Chloe Stankowski has never shied away from tackling complex emotions with vulnerability and an emo rap flair. On her latest debut album Chloe, she pushes the envelope even further from start to finish; inviting listener’s into what she’s been up to over the last four years during the making of it and her journey as an artist thus far. Based in Calgary, AB, the budding alternative artist has also amplified DIY culture in the city, engaging with various collectives and venues to showcase the talent that exists within our cutting edge music scene.

Seeing a Sextile show is a colourful experience. Bouncing around from post-punk guitar riffs to rave anthems, they have pushed the boundary of their sound, especially with their latest album Push. Coined as the party-provoking force in the LA underground, the album marked their first release in 5+ years and saw the band embrace a new energy that has created a space for inclusivity, vibrancy, and overall: a good time. Consisting of founding members guitarist/vocalist Brady Keehn and multi-instrumentalist Melissa Scaduto, in addition to Cameron Michel on guitar/keyboard; the band have found their place in the world of electronic synth-pop, while still forging a unique path of their own.

Glixen are one of North America’s up-and-coming alternative bands who create layers of sound in the shoegaze realm. They are not just any shoegaze band, throwing their name under the umbrella as a tag: they are going back to the original concepts of the genre that made shoegaze renowned. Glixen meld proper gliding techniques with dissociative lyrics, all the while collaborating with producers that have worked on some of the most iconic records in the scene, including LA sound engineer Sonny Diperri who’s in-house credits include DIIV, My Bloody Valentine, and Trent Reznor.

Shortly after releasing their Jack Endino-produced single, "foreversoon.", the group made their SXSW debut. We caught their mind-melting set at the Third Man Records and CREEM Magazine showcase and met with vocalist Aislinn Ritchie and guitarist Esteban Santana to hear more about their love of shoegaze legends like loveliecrushings and their debut EP they have on the way via AWAL, making them a one-to-watch artist for 2024.

You better remember Montreal punk group Whoredrobe, consisting of Tara Cohen, Magali Demers, Julia Hill and Natty Filth, because their punk rock attitude is here to stay. Entering 2024 with a debut EP under the belt, titled Mirror Games, the band are on the rise with no signs of stopping now. From the origins of lead single “Dead Girl” to the music they listen to when they need a moment of inspiration - we cover it all in our latest interview with Whoredrobe who’s sneering headbanging tracks left us with a lasting impression.

Calgary’s psych-rock trio Stolen Moon have gone through numerous transformations and changes throughout the years. Pushing boundaries on what people think of them as a band has helped reshape and reform what Stolen Moon is now.

Their recent release, Pleasure and Pain is their homage to their transformations as a band and what they want to be known for. From gaining the support of their peers, to the uncertainties of being a three piece band, Stolen Moon have navigated finding their high-energy sound that is here to make their mark on Calgary’s music scene.

Read our interview with the band below to hear more about their inspirations, a few of their favourite venues to play at (including one where a bar fight ensued, Roadhouse style), and a teaser of what you can expect for their Halloween costume next year.

Calgary punk rockers, WACK, are playing this year’s Sled Island All Ager Rager on April 6th, 2024: an event that is new to the festival and the city. While Sled Island is known for their all-ages programming, with the loss of many venues there is a gap in youth programming at the festival that needs to be bridged, with the All Ager Rager being the perfect first-step solution for youth to find their new up-and-coming favourite band, while making new friends with other music lovers in the process.

Leading the pack in the youth local music community is WACK. Fresh off the release of their new debut EP Lateral Adderall, we caught up with the group to learn more about their high-energy sound that is making waves in the music scene and what we can look forward to when we catch the band live.

Montreal musician Devon Welsh has released his highly anticipated album Come With Me If You Want To Live, a menacing album title that shows the songwriter putting up a fight and not backing down in his artistic endeavours. Released via American Dreams, the former member of defunct band Majical Cloudz steps into the experimental pop terrain with luscious synth hooks and a reverberating sincerity.

New York-based, Shanghai-raised artist SEBii is sharing his latest evolution of his hyperpop/rap sound on his sophomore album VVSS2 and with it he continues to expand the lore that surrounds his project. With origins stemming from online, SEBii’s project has started taking on a tangible life of its own, immersing himself in the real world with live sets in LA for the iconic Boiler Room x Subculture party and more. He’s also gained recognition from pioneers in the industry, collaborating with the likes of Ashnikko, Travis Barker, and Umru - in addition to praise from Anthony Fantano and Playboi Carti.

We sat down with SEBii to talk about where it all began and how his universe continues to take shape.

Vancouver based indie/rockers La Lune are new on the scene, blending shoegaze with nostalgic emo sensibilities. We first discovered the band after stumbling across their high-energy live performance video at Green Auto. The video is drenched in their signature greyscale aesthetic, taking us back to the found footage era of the 90’s when live concerts were filmed on a DV cam. With two singles currently floating around, La Lune are in a place where their dreamy sound will keep you anticipating their next move and wanting more.

Portland indie/rock band The Fourth Wall write profoundly emotive songs that face the complexities of life head-on. Their next album Return Forever will be released on March 15, 2024 via DevilDuck Records, leading with newest single “Darkness of Heart”. We caught up with band leader Stephen Agustin to chat about the evolution of The Fourth Wall, inspirations, and how they achieve their expansing sound.

Rising pop sensation Carlie Hanson is captivating audiences once again with her new single, "Covering Faces," and this time she’s forging her own path. The track delves into the intricate nuances of personal growth and changing connections, showcasing Hanson's lyrical prowess and emotive delivery.

The release of "Covering Faces" marks a new chapter for Carlie Hanson, marking her status as an independent artist. We connected with Carlie to learn more about her soothing pop ballad, her love of production, and the impact she’s making in the DIY-sphere.