Tag Archives: Halifax

Audible Hoots: Shadow Folk

Posted on May 23, 2013 by

Shadow Folk are back. No, not the creepy, mythological creatures but the rather mysterious Halifax outfit. Their new track is called “When She Smiles At Me” and it’s surprisingly straightforward. Some nice vocal harmonies, a fairly steady bit of guitar … Continue reading →

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Review- “Hello Halifax”- Jont

Posted on May 22, 2013 by

reviewed by Michael Thomas The cover art for Jont’s latest album features him with his eyes closed and arms spread. The image seems to suggest he’s ready to take something on, or perhaps he’s surrendering to something. Whatever it may … Continue reading →

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Review- “In the Nighttime”- David Myles

Posted on May 10, 2013 by

reviewed by Michael Thomas Would it be too much to call David Myles one of the most prolific love-song writers in Canada? As he says in an intro to a song from his Live at the Carleton album from two … Continue reading →

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Review – “WANTON” – Heaven For Real

Posted on April 26, 2013 by

reviewed by Laura Stanley  In four quick and deliciously poppy songs, Halifax’s Heaven For Real have released an easy-to-love debut EP, WANTON. Heaven For Real’s, who consist of twin brothers Mark Grundy and J. Scott Grundy, from Quaker Parents, along … Continue reading →

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Review- “(disambiguation)”- AA Wallace

Posted on April 22, 2013 by

reviewed by Michael Thomas For an album’s worth of “bedroom disco” music, Halifax musician AA Wallace sure does a hell of a lot. (disambiguation) covers a wide range of both song themes and musical textures that will keep the avid … Continue reading →

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Review- “On Personhood”- Gianna Lauren

Posted on April 15, 2013 by

reviewed by Michael Thomas It’s been quite some time since Gianna Lauren has released a recording, and from what she told us years ago, it’s not that surprising. She’s a bike enthusiast, produced a documentary about midwifery and does lot … Continue reading →

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Review- “Back to Perfection”- The Graboids

Posted on April 1, 2013 by

reviewed by Michael Thomas If the luchador mask on the album cover is any indication, you can expect a smackdown from the latest release by Halifax/Darmouth-based punk outfit The Graboids. Funny that a wrestling metaphor comes up again (see previous … Continue reading →

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Review – “Cold Feet In The Heat” – Sheepman

Posted on March 25, 2013 by

reviewed by J. Francis This winter has overstayed its welcome. I am writing this from my bedroom in a small duplex on the Kingston shore of Lake Ontario, and we’ve just received a snowfall that, despite its admittedly undeniable elegance, … Continue reading →

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Review- “Old Haunts”- Quiet Parade

Posted on March 14, 2013 by

reviewed by Michael Thomas Quiet Parade, on their new EP, continue to show why they have one of the most fitting names for a band. The band excels at being quiet and gentle on one hand, while on the other … Continue reading →

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Review- “Elementary/Lamb Girl”- Sheep Man/Walrus

Posted on February 27, 2013 by

reviewed by Michael Thomas Last month, the tirelessly recording band Walrus released a split cassette with fellow Halifax band Sheep Man. The two bands may both be animal-referencing, but on the split cassette (available in eight different colours!) they act … Continue reading →

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