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Excuses Excuses - Oshawa

New Single
"Nothing At All"

Excuses Excuses return with “Nothing At All,” an anthemic, defiant, and raw rallying cry that questions the impact of social media on our increasingly divided world. The track cuts through the noise to encourage listeners to reject the curated smokescreens algorithms present and reclaim an honest, individual perspective on life.

St. Doval - Toronto

New Single
"Kids of Our Time"

Toronto, ON – [Friday Aug 22nd] — Canadian rock artist St. Doval has unveiled his latest single, “Kids of Our Time”, a powerful, hook-driven Rock song that blends raw nostalgia with the restless energy of modern life. Equal parts personal memoir and cultural commentary, the track captures what it feels like to grow up in an age of economic uncertainty, digital noise, and fading innocence.

Absolute Losers - Charlottetown

New Single
"At The Same Time"

Charlottetown, P.E.I. trio Absolute Losers return with “At The Same Time,” releasing August 19th, the first single from their forthcoming album In The Crowd, out September 26, 2025 via Having Fun Records, the latest imprint from Toronto’s We Are Busy Bodies. Recorded with producer Graham Walsh (Holy Fuck) at Palace Sound in Toronto, the new record sees the band pushing into more expansive and emotionally raw territory than ever before.

So Dirty The Flamingo's - Toronto

New Single
"Eloise"

Troubling the Pines, the fifth EP from Toronto’s Americana/alt-country outfit So Dirty the Flamingos, arrives September 12, 2025 on vinyl, CD, and all streaming platforms. The record captures the band’s signature blend of roots-rock grit and indie-folk lyricism, carrying themes of resilience, longing, and the in-between spaces of modern life. With soaring harmonies, raw storytelling, and a sound shaped by years of steady growth on Canadian stages—from basements, backyards to the Horseshoe Tavern —this collection stands as the group’s most dynamic and heartfelt work to date.

World On Loan - Niverville, Man.

New Single
"Ghosts of Everything In You"

Carmen Toth, Toronto

New Single
"Pretty Dresses"

Written during a period of deep self-reflection, “Pretty Dresses” grapples with Carmen’s complicated relationship to beauty and belonging. On one hand, the song leans into the desire to be seen - to wear the dress, walk the red carpet, and feel like you’re at the front of the line. But beneath the catchy hooks and retro shimmer lies a deeper question: Who gets to be visible and why?

The Planet Smashers - Montreal

New Single
"Things You Do"

The Planet Smashers are a Canadian ska punk band from Montreal, formed in 1994 by Matt Collyer, and are known for their energetic, party-oriented ska music. Active during the third wave of ska, the band toured internationally and helped establish Stomp Records, co-founded by Collyer, as a major independent label for ska and punk. They have released several albums, including their self-titled debut, Attack of the Planet Smashers, Life of the Party, and Unstoppable, and are recognized for their infectious pop-infused melodies and energetic live shows.

D2UR, Winnipeg

New Single
"Fire"

D2UR are a Canadian band who strive to write great modern rock music. John Colburn (bass), David-Sikorski Thorn (guitar), and Stephen Broadhurst (drums) join Mike & Diane Isbister, the founding members of the band. D2UR began writing original songs in 2010 and have two full-length albums: “Rev U Up” and “Tic Toc”. They have just released their new Single ‘Fire’ and have two additional singles set for follow up releases.