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If we had to pick one band from Canada keeping the scene alive, it would have to be Silverstein. No question. The post-hardcore band show no signs of slowing down after 10 albums over the course of two full decades and have influenced countless other people to start a career in music. Here’s to 20 […]

Bands playing a show in a weird place can be either a novelty or simply because they have nowhere else to go. But picking an unusual spot to perform can have many pros and cons. Sometimes the band face extravagant charges, and sometimes they just get a lot of free publicity. But every time a […]

You’re welcome: We’ve made finding new songs by rising bands easy. Each week, we’re gathering the best from the underground and offering it to you in one concise AP&R list. Scroll below and check out our Spotify Discover playlist, featuring these tracks and more! In return, we want to hear your favorite. Let us know […]

Seaway have announced a new headlining tour with their Canadian pop punk compatriots Rarity and Coldfront. You can check out the full routing below. Read More: Seaway trailer robbed in Oakville, Ontario Tour Dates: July 2nd • Ottawa, ON • Club Shaw July 3rd • Quebec City, QC • L’Anti Bar and Spectacles July 5th • Montreal, […]

[Photo courtesy Kurt Cuffy] After brokering deals with Rise Records and Goodfight Management, the boys in Rarity hit the road right out of high school. They went  from jamming in Canada’s Steel City to touring the continent with bands like Silverstein, Vanna and Being As An Ocean. They have learned a lot in the past […]

Rise Records band Rarity have dropped a new single in anticipation for the release of their album I Couldn't Be Weaker, which debuts April 15. The track, “Absent,” features State Champs frontman Derek DiScanio. Check it out below, and let us know what you think in the comments. Read more: Rarity sign with Rise Records The pop punk […]

Sublime got it right when they sang “summertime and the livin’ is easy,” but just because the air freezes doesn’t mean the gigs do, too. Many bands around the world play shows right through the winter season, which means dealing with icy roads, snow storms and cold gear. As always, it’s important to be ever […]

Everyone's favorite post-hardcore Canadians, Silverstein, are hitting the road again in February and March. Joining them in direct support are Emarosa and Being As An Ocean, with help from Coldrain and Rarity.  Read more: Silverstein frontman Shane Told releasing solo album The bands will take on Canada beginning February 26, and move on to the United […]

Canada's Rarity have signed a deal with Rise Records. Watch their new video for “Anne Hathaway” below and leave us a comment with your thoughts! Read more: Hidden In Plain View to release new seven-inch through Rise Records In light of the band's signing, you can download their debut EP, Alive In Your Eyes, for free. The effort was recorded with Sam […]