Check out the new song by TEEN DAZE, “Brooklyn Sunburn” and a remix he did for YOUNG LIARS. Stay tuned for his first full length out on May 22nd.(day after my birthday!) You can also catch him djing at The Astoria this Saturday along with da WC djs!!

Teen Daze – Brooklyn Sunburn
Young Liars – Colours (Teen Daze Remix)

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Love this music video for The SSRIs “CLAY FACE, MEAT BOOTS”! Done by the talented and crazy Owen Ellis. Its all about the trials and tribulations of an egg. Check it out.

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ADAM KADMON is a dance-punk/noise trio from Vancouver or as it’s described on their facebook “2 polite quiet asians and one loud outgoing white boy”.

Their music is definitely not for the faint at heart. A key feature is definitely the hypnotic catchy bass lines and 90′s feel. Even though KADMON is fairly new to the scene both of the shows they’ve played have been packed full. It probably has something to do with the fact that even though there is an obvious comparison to DFA 1979 they’re doing something different from a lot of the other bands in Vancouver. Not to mention they cover songs like Alice Deejays ‘Better off alone’! Oh and the lead singer is kind of a babe. Make sure to keep an eye out for their next show as I’m sure they will only get bigger and better.

ADAM KADMON – Paternal Love

ADAM KADMON – White Robe

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Meet Cyclist, a DJ / Electronic artists that had recently migrated from Winnipeg to Vancouver. Now picture yourself in a rave that’s happening in an empty subway tunnel in an early 80’s flashback, that should be about the right spot. This man has got a sonic identity that’s all own, blending the pulse of the club with swooping melodramatic atmospheres.

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Opening the show was Blood Diamonds and his reputation, as usual, preceded him. With the kids from Oh No! Yoko backing him up it was a perfect tease for our boys Peter and Robbie.

HUMANS have always been a Winnie favorite and all I can say about their live show is money well spent. Peter and Robbie have an infectious chemistry on stage that gets the audience frantically involved. Although I was excited to hear some of the new material for their next record, I can’t seem to stop enjoying Avec Mes Mecs; still.

Make sure you drop a line with the boys next time you’re out, they’re total sweethearts. Enjoy the single from their last record, “Avec Mes Mecs“, and “Dreams” from our Blood Diamonds.

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No More Strangers is hosting a killer line-up consisting of Chains of Love, Lost Lovers Brigade, Ville Kulla sponsored by BeatRoute + CiTR @ The Biltmore Thursday February 16th and you won’t want to miss it. Local Vancouverites Slim Fathers are opening with their debut performance so be sure to get out early — RSVP at the Facebook event page here. RABBLE rabble rabble..

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When I first saw Jonny Dylan Hughes, it was several years ago back in the suburban sprawl of Langley. Hughes became known as the guy who brought his laptop to Screamo band shows and performed opening sets of unabashed indie-pop back before The Postal Service really even set sail. He’s come a long way since those days, and his latest release “We’re Going to Make It” is all the proof we need.

Between the perky, 8-bit melodies, and dreamlike atmospheres there is a clear intention to this record. Hughes’ blurred and fizzled out vocals are concise and point straight to the heart on his sleeve. Lyrics that would often be off-the-charts on the cheese scale, come off completely genuine with JDH’s ethereal and melancholy delivery. “We’re Going to Make It” is an ideal split fit for an ecstatic moment at an electro dance party, or a thoughtful walk alone with headphones.

You can stream the full album on Jonny’s Bandcamp.
You can buy your very own download to cherish forever for $10.

In a brief correspondence I had with Hughes recently, I’m told he is currently on a break from live performance. He’s working on his design company http://hughesdesign.co and spending time with his wife and toddler son. We can expect a release from Hughes’ other project, Branches, in the near future.

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Toronto’s very own Steamwhitsle Brewing Co. and The Biltmore Cabaret are hosting a sexy looking indie music series featuring some outstanding local groups with 100% of proceeds going toward supporting Music BC. Come check out Treelines, The Ruffled Feathers, and Sidney York January 26th @ The Biltmore ($5 at the door). Check out Steam Whistle’s event details here.

Dick and Jane by Sidney York

The Ruffled Feathers – Home

Treelines – When I Get Grown

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Vancouver’s Glass Kites are a five-piece progressive rock band who just released their debut album earlier this month. In July the band played alongside some of Canada’s finest, including Ron Sexsmith, at the Kluth Music Fest in Nanaimo B.C. Their hypnotic sound and female friendly lyrics will for sure help a bro out this winter season. Check them out on Facebook or Bandcamp.

Glass Kites – Mirror Me 

Glass Kites – Soothsayer 

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Download their 7′ for free.

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Darren Woodhead was just your average dreamboat growing up in the lush landscape of beautiful British Columbia when he suddenly discovered that he had a preoccupation for getting peeps on the dance floor.

When Darren moved his bass heavy electro to the big city, he dropped his first name and became officially known as Woodhead.  Now the resident DJ at the Lotus Lounge’s Signal Saturday, Woodhead continually helps couples make love on the dance floor.  Woodhead is also known for his Body Language mix CD’s, where he beautifully blends together hip-hop, house, and electo. He followed up the Body Language series with his Acid Electotrash Mixes and the Signal Sessions Mix Series for Intimate Productions.  Look out for Woodhead’s six song EP Morning Wood expected in August on Homebreakin Records/Punch Out. Download Woodhead  SoundCloud or saunasessions.

Little Dragon – Little Man (Woodhead Remix)

D’Bora vs Icy D – Hiphouse Love (Woodhead Mash-Up)

I Get Raw – Woodhead & The Stunt Man

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Vancouver band GANG SIGNS & electronic producer SHAKY SNAKES team up and the result is magic.

GANG SIGNS – Counting On You (SHAKY SNAKES Remix)

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The Lost Boys are a Vancouver based 4 DJ / Producer team.  Check out their latest remix of The Weeknd’s Echoes of Silence.  They convert the downtemp jam into a slow burner dance floor track.

In other news, check out The Weeknd’s behind the scenes photos working on Winnie’s fave album of the year, Drake’s Take Care.  Apparently they are reeeeally into smoking.

The Weeknd – Echoes of Silence (The Lost Boys Remix) by lostboysmusic

and while we are Still on Drake and The Weeknd, this via Mark Kill.
Drake ft The Weeknd – Crew Love (MARK KILL Remix) by MARK KILL

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Andy Dixon is a multifaceted Vancouver artist.  Take a listen to his Clipse remix done under the Secret Mommy moniker.

Clipse – Wamp Wamp (Two Part / Mirror Image Mix)

Check out more Andy Dixon on his Soundcloud or website.

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While creeeepin’ the internet for the latest GRIMES news I learned she has a step brother who’s a Vancouver / LA based rapper who spits a mean drank and smoke laced game. Check out Jay Worthy Vancouver’s best kept hip hop secret?

More Jay on the soundclouds.

All Independent ft Irocc by jay worthy
Made My Mistakes ft Tre Nyce by jay worthy

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