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  • How Artwork and Music Intertwine

    Design communicates the music’s message visually and contributes to the artist’s branding.  Written by Madison Kelly  Jud Haynes album cover design for Chris Hadfield album in Canada, on Oct. 9, 2015.  When shuffling through music apps or going to a vintage record store, we search through dozens of album covers, unaware of the effect they…

  • How M1rza’s identity shaped his music

    After having been exposed to traditional Pakistani and Toronto culture, M1rza established his brand and musical style as an RnB artist.  By Sarah Tomlinson M1rza posing wearing a keffiyeh on July.23,2018. (Photo by, M1rza,Taha Muharuma)  M1rza’s eclectic new single “Jump” is a testament to the influence of his East Asian heritage on his Canadian upbringing. …

  • How Independent Artists Can Get Funding For Their Music

    Various Canadian organizations offer grants and programs tailored towards the development, marketing and overall production of music for independent artists. Written by Isaac Fontes An at-home setup for the recording of music. Photo taken by Bru-nO on Pixabay.com. In one way or another, the ongoing global pandemic has taken a toll worldwide. According to the…

  • Via Barcelonia will whisk you away with their new album Wonderland

    With catchy melodies, 32 layers of harmonies and world music influences, the album is sure to be stuck in your head for a while.  By: Sarah Tomlinson Andrew Allen and Taylor McKnight jumping in an alleyway (Via Barcelonia/ LMW Photos) Via Barcelonia’s new album is a fusion of alternative pop world music that will take…

  • How to Create a Home Recording Studio on a Budget

    Here are some tips on how you can lay down some tracks without having to break the bank By Manus Hopkins Home recording is totally in right now. Not only can it be a great lockdown activity for smaller-scale artists, but there are home-recorded albums out there topping charts and raking at the Grammy Awards.…

  • Canadian musicians are finding ways to adapt to the COVID-19 pandemic and how it has impacted the music industry.

    It’s been 10 months since the beginning of the pandemic. In a year filled with uncertainty and adaptation, the pandemic has changed the music industry..  By, Megan Ebreo A time of stagnancy has been putting strain on artists and it’s affecting their well-being and their craft. For Toronto-based DJ artist, singer-songwriter Martina Kiridzija, commonly known…

  • Ramy Zhang: Growing Pains

    For her debut EP, a composite Ramy Zhang sings about a closed chapter; leaving high school behind as she enters a pre-adult world of boundless energy and sudden longing. By, Eduard Tatomir Courtesy Ramy Zhang RAMY said that it all started when she joined the choir at just eight-years-old. She said she discovered her love…

  • How Ryerson University’s Vocalist Society is surviving COVID-19

    Photo by, Sarah Tomlinson Online has benefits, but members miss the in-person sense of community  By, Sarah Tomlinson View this post on Instagram Starting tomorrow, our members will be taking over our IG stories! Stay tuned for our day-to-day rehearsals, HELL WEEK, family dinners, and of course ICCAs! #roadtoicca #ryecca #acappella #ryerson A post shared…

  • Canada’s top music video directors

    The creators of your favourite visuals  Photo: Jakob Owens/Unsplash By Will Lofsky Since the creation of YouTube, music videos have made artists’ careers. Canada has played a pivotal role in the rapidly changing mainstream visual marketplace. Here is a list of some of the top music video directors in Canada.  One of Toronto’s most famous…

  • RUSSELL! claims his spot in Toronto’s hip hop scene with ‘boy lonely’

    A consistent presence in Toronto, RUSSELL! shows his versatility with his newest album By Severina Chu With the release of boy lonely, RUSSELL! is cementing his place in Toronto’s hip hop scene. View this post on Instagram “boy lonely” OFFICIAL ALBUM ART – DROP A 👦🏻 IF UR EXCITED. THE ALBUM IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR…

  • The Evolution of Music Over the Last Decade

    Photo by Cezar Sampaio on Unsplash By Mia Maaytah During the past decade, the music industry has exploded into a haven of endless possibilities for both listeners and creators. Music is anywhere and everywhere. To think of a song is to add it to a new playlist on your favourite streaming service at any time.…

  • Justin Bieber: From small-town boy to Superstar

    After a rocky journey, Bieber’s upcoming album, Changes, could not come at a better time By Will Lofsky Born and raised in the small town of Stratford, Ont., by a single mother in a tiny apartment, 25-year-old Justin Bieber never could have imagined how his life would turn out. Bieber entered a singing competition when…