Sled Island Edition: Cassia Hardy - In Relation
Rare are the records where a whole community went into making them, rarer even are artists who they go lengths to honour that work and influence behind-the-scenes. In Relation by Cassia Hardy is one such record, stemming from a devoted songwriter who invests all of herself to making explicit what this all means by way of sticking to her ethical and political commitments.
Scenic Route to Alaska - Lasts Forever
Josiah Snell writes about Scenic Route to Alaska’s new record Lasts Forever, a record that “balances its melancholy and hope with an easy confidence”.
The Mothercraft
Over the four songs found on this EP, The Mothercraft deliver heavy riffs over a thunderous rhythm section while peppering solos that call for bedroom air guitar antics.
The Wet Secrets
The return of the Wet Secrets helps fill a void for danceable, punchy, pop music in Canada.
Faith Healer
Jessica Jalbert’s second outing as Faith Healer moves past the 60's psych of Cosmic Troubles to expand into 70’s rock territory.
Sister Ray
Vocals and guitar are the only instruments you’ll hear on this album and that’s all that’s needed to turn a casual listen into an obsession. Coyes’ voice is utterly captivating as it trembles with intensity and raw power over simple guitar