Two Hours Traffic, the PEI indie rockers known for their Polaris Prize shortlist and TV placements like The Office and The O.C., are back after a hiatus since 2013. They’ve released a new EP, I Never See You Anymore, their first work since the 2013 album Foolish Blood. The band will play four Ontario shows this month, starting May 28 at The Rivoli in Toronto.
Roots-rock artist Graham Brown, known for his work with Vancouver bands Happyman and Brilliant Orange, has released his 14th album, Outside Within. After exploring acoustic sounds, he returns to electric with his seasoned band.
Other releases this week include Métis singer-songwriter Amanda Rheaume’s The Truth We Hold, David Celia’s vinyl reissue of Organica, Gordie Tentrees and Jaxon Haldane’s debut collaboration Double Take, Logan Richard’s Character Traits, Victoria Cheong (New Chance)’s A Rock Unsteady, Juno-nominated Ryland James’ Heart Of Me, Montreal post-rockers L.O.E’s I Was Not Magnificent, Montreal pop artist Flara K’s debut Seasons, and Cassia Hardy’s solo debut In Relation, praised for its open-hearted songwriting.
Toronto artist Omega Mighty announces her new album REGENESIS for fall, debuting the single “Cock Up” featuring dancehall icon Pamputtae, produced by Banx & Ranx. Omega blends reggae, dancehall, pop, and R&B, aiming to bring Caribbean-influenced music into Canada’s mainstream.
Upcoming releases also include hard rock veterans Sven Gali’s Live At The El Mocambo (June 13), Montreal rock band No Joy’s Bugland (Aug. 8), and Aiko Tomi’s Everything Sparks Joy (June 20).
Source: Swifteradio.com
