Kayla Williams is making waves in the world of yacht-pop with her signature blend of ’70s and ’80s retro-funk, soulful vocals, and a modern edge. Based in Calgary, she returns with her sophomore EP POPSTALGIA, […]
Calgary’s indie-folk outfit The Sour Patch Men blends sharp modern songwriting with the warmth of traditional arrangements, creating a sound that feels both timeless and daring. Beloved for their disarming stage presence, quick wit, and […]
Born in New Brunswick and raised in Alberta, Jacquie Drew is a solo singer, songwriter and dazzling multi-instrumental performer. This means that, depending on her chosen arrangement for a given song, she layers hand-held percussion, […]
We’re excited to share our Fall Spotify Playlist—a rich, soulful collection of tracks from Calgary’s ever-growing music scene. Every week on the Calgary Guardian, we highlight a different local artist, and as the season changes, […]
Born out of the raw energy of Treaty 7 Territory’s punk scene, Quit It! has carved out a reputation as a band that refuses to be ignored. Praised by Maximum Rocknroll as torchbearers of “socio-political […]
Hailing from Calgary, Oranje is a dynamic math-rock trio known for their tight, start-stop arrangements rooted in jazz and articulated through a raw punk-tinged energy. The group consists of Joseph Bahhadi on guitar, Michael Buie […]
Chris Nikiforuk-Rhyason, better known as Damn Coyote Chris, has been a vital presence in Alberta’s cultural landscape for more than 35 years. A multi-award-winning tattoo and visual artist, as well as a musician and writer, […]
Science is Fiction is a four-piece indie rock band from Calgary, Alberta, comprised of Pavan Singh (vocals, guitar), Kirk Stensrud (vocals, guitar), Blair Lipkind (bass), and Matt Anderson (drums). Their music is built on a […]
Celogen is the solo venture of Calgary’s Dominic Demierre, a pop experimenter who first made his mark as a post-punk/emo drummer. Since striking out on his own in 2018, he’s explored everything from tender folk […]
Award-winning songwriter T. Buckley is a rare craftsman in today’s musical landscape—quietly steadfast, steeped in tradition, and fiercely dedicated to the art of storytelling. Grounded in his Western roots, Buckley’s voice carries a soulful authenticity, […]
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