Review: Neil Little, “Little Light”
In a world where fires rage across California, political turmoil brews on both sides of the border, and the cost of living threatens the…
folk/roots
Review: Kailan McGee, “The Songstress’ Empire”
“Oh, if ever you could hear me / Like winds sweep through the valleys / Like rain on the willow trees / Your voice,…
Single Release: Julianna Riolino & Adrian Underhill, “Against the Grain”
I’m sure that most folks would agree that nothing beats hearing an amazing tune burst from the airwaves when watching a movie or television…
The Honey Dewdrops: Live in Harrisonburg, VA
For Team GDW, being based here in the US northeast, our concert-going season typically wraps up for the year around the US Thanksgiving holiday,…
Single Release: Desiree Dorion, “Remember Your Name”
When my daughter was in 8th grade, she had an assignment where she asked a parent for advice to be passed down to them. I recall expressing to her…
Single Release: Amanda Keeley, “Better Days”
Spending the last few weeks of the year (2024) scrambling frantically to fulfil deadlines for our year-end features often means temporarily losing track of…
Martin’s Favorite Four Canadian Albums Of 2024
Following the feature last week that chronicled what I consider to be my 20 favorite Canadian albums released across 2024, it was an incredible challenge…
A Special Experience At The Scene Presents: BIG Battle Of The Bands
While running errands on a quiet Wednesday afternoon, I received a message from Zack Ingles, whom I’ve previously featured here at Great Dark Wonder….
Martin Noakes: 2024 Fave 20 Albums List
As 2024 winds down, I am happy to share what I consider to be 20 of the finest Canadian album releases over the last…
A Few Thoughts on Canadian Music in 2024 (Douglas McLean)
As 2024 comes to a close, it is customary to reflect on the songs and music that for various reasons stand out and remain…