Single Release: Rick Sparkes, “Presently Looking Back”
What defines a “summer song?” Is it the energetic pulse mirroring the steady flow of vacation highway traffic? Or perhaps it’s an opening guitar…
Dillon Ryan & The Grapes Of Wrath: Live At Fire Escape Wine Parlour
When my friend (and occasional bandmate) Dillon Ryan invited me to photograph his show in Grand Falls, NB – opening for the great Canadian…
Living Roots Music Festival – 2025 Recap (Part 3)
The momentum of the festival carried seamlessly through the final three days, from Friday to Sunday, each packed with memorable performances. Choosing a single…
Living Roots Music Festival – 2025 Recap (Part 2)
Thursday, June 12th, marked the day the festival truly hit its stride. With a diverse array of shows and performances unfolding across five venues,…
Living Roots Music Festival – 2025 Recap (Part 1)
This year, I’m once again thrilled to share my experiences from Fredericton’s Living Roots Music Festival! While last year I focused on specific artists,…
Review: Red Cardinal, “Find Yourself” EP
In a world awash with noise and distraction, the quest to “Find Yourself” feels more vital than ever. The relentless barrage of advertisements—often louder…
Single Release: Joel Manchester, “Suddenly Violently”
“A picture is worth a thousand words”—we’ve all heard the saying. At first glance, it might seem that painters and photographers have an unfair…
Single Release: Jacob Rose, “Hold Your Head Up”
I first encountered Jacob Rose at a holiday fundraiser last December. What immediately struck me was his rare combination of humility and quiet confidence…
Single Release: Levi Richard, “Being Used”
I typically gravitate towards reviewing full albums rather than singles, as I find a complete body of work more compelling. However, Levi Richard’s “Being…
Find A New Favorite: The UnHeard, “Rising Wind”
If you’ve seen Cameron Crowe’s “Almost Famous,” you might recall the scene where band manager Dennis Hope, played by Jimmy Fallon, quips, “If you…