Weekly Friday recap - April 26, 2024

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I had an all-new experience this week. Melt Motif shared their latest release before it was public, so I got a sneak peek and a chance to discuss it with one of the members of the band.

I also went to a book thing hosted by Rina from Curiosity House Books where I met Elizabeth Renzetti and Kate Hilton, and heard them discuss their new book Bury the Lead. Haven’t had a chance to read the book yet, but soon.

Tomorrow is Indie Bookstore Day in Canada (and the US). Take that dough you didn’t spend on Record Store Day and support your local. There are prizes.

It snowed a couple of times in the past few days, so it was easy to do indoor things. Here’s everything I got up to on the blog in the past 7 days:

Music

If you want to hear a couple tracks from each of these, I’ve made you a mixtape in Apple Music and Spotify.

Check ’em out and if you have anything to say, please do.

Fxrrvst – Lavender

Toronto

Toronto emo/indie band has been in daily rotation for a while, but a new single deserves new attention.
hear it

April 26, 2024
Melt Motif – Pilgrim (Original Soundtrack)

Bergen, Norway

This band’s music has always been cinematic. Now they’ve actually produced a soundtrack for a film
hear it

April 26, 2024
HONESTY – BOX

Leeds, UK

This near-perfect mixtape is like an unforgettable set by a brilliant late-night DJ.
hear it

April 25, 2024
Essie Watts – Shadow Box

Toronto

This Toronto artist is a sharp songwriter with a hint of psychedelia.
hear it

April 25, 2024
Roach – No One to Lose

Toronto

Toronto indie/punk/alternative rock with a broad range and great songwriting.
hear it

April 24, 2024
Pride Month Barbie – Obsession/Effulgent

Los Angeles

High-energy California synthpop that’s super weird in the best way.
hear it

April 22, 2024