T. Buckley, “Miles We Put Behind”
Writing about Canadian music means constant surprises in the form of artists who we should have known previously, but didn’t. Alberta-based T. Buckley is…
folk/roots
Review: John Wort Hannam, “Acres of Elbow Room”
Some months ago, I happened on a posting from an artist soliciting contributions for his album pledge campaign. Intrigued by the description and by…
Matthew Byrne & The Fretless: Live in Westminster, MD
Team GDW had purchased tickets to see this show with The Fretless (featuring Matthew Byrne) when first announced back in early September. After all,…
Erin Costelo, “Sweet Marie”
Don’t let anybody try to convince you that it is not easy to find great new music in this era of social media, genre-specific…
The Slocan Ramblers: Live in Frederick, MD
One great thing about the fall season is the anticipation of the schedule releases from our favorite music venues and theaters in close proximity…
Canadians Return to Pennsylvania’s Celtic Classic
It’s hard to believe that a year has passed since Team GDW ventured out to our first annual Celtic Classic event in Bethlehem, PA. …
Sarah MacDougall Releases New Single, Announces Fall Tour Dates
In advance of her new album (coming 2 November), “All the Hours I Have Left to Tell You Anything,” Sarah MacDougall recently released a…
Interview: Roxanne Potvin, “All It Was”
With the recent release of her five-song EP, “All It Was,” Roxanne Potvin has delivered a tantalizing set of songs not only exploring love…
Review: Innes Wilson, “Seaview EP”
It’s a sunny morning with a cool breeze lingering after an intense storm last night in Ottawa which produced a tornado. There’s a sense…
Interview: Craig Robertson, “Late Mornings”
Today, Toronto-based singer/songwriter Craig Robertson is releasing his third full-length album, “Late Mornings.” Produced by Michael Timmins (Cowboy Junkies), this is an enjoyable and…