A full moon, rainy forecast, and a Monday evening in Vancouver—the perfect backdrop for Madi Diaz‘s show at the Fox Cabaret for The Weird Faith Tour. Nashville-based singer-songwriter Daniel Nunnelee warmed up the stage and quickly bonded with the audience as he pulled newly written songs out of his back pocket to add to his set. Madi Diaz then graced the stage and kicked her set off with “Same Risk”, the first track off of her latest record Weird Faith. Diaz was joined by her longtime touring band member, Adam Popick, who was multi-tasking on backing vocals, drums, and the keys. Diaz is an ef ..read more

Vancouver-raised singer-songwriter Haleluya Hailu recently released her debut EP, eternally, yours. The seven-track EP touches on coming-of-age themes, and the earnesty you experience in Hailu’s songwriting is universally welcoming—regardless of where you currently are in life. Hailu will be playing a show in Vancouver at Red Gate Arts Society on Sunday, March 31st with Postmodern Connection and Eva Lucia. Tickets are available here. In the meantime, take a listen to her latest single, “MANIC PIXIE PACIFIST”. aa ff Learn more about Haleluya Hailu at https://haleluyahailu.ca ..read more

Madi Diaz captures the human experience beautifully on her latest record—Weird Faith. The title in itself is almost a reminder that all we can do is our best and have faith things will work out. In her own words, the Nashville-based singer-songwriter states: “This record is about the beginning of love, and saying every feeling out loud, when I feel it, for better or worse because I can’t help it.” Diaz is currently headlining a tour across the U.S. and Canada in support of Weird Faith, including a stop in Vancouver at the Fox Cabaret on March 25th. Tickets are available here. In the meantime ..read more

Alex Fraser is a singer-songwriter based on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. He finds tremendous joy in performing live, whether it’s an open mic, competition, or a show booking. Alex was the winner of Unsigned BC’s 2023 Song of the Summer contest with his track, “Summertime High”. In addition to having the song of the summer, Alex also won the 2023 Battle of the Bands competition hosted by The Zattzoo Project Association. What’s coming up next for Alex: new music in the new year and an upcoming show at Guilt & Co, one of his favourite music venues in Vancouver, on Thursday, November 30 ..read more

Altın Gün has captured the world’s attention with their signature blend of psychedelic rock, deep funk, synth pop, cosmic reggae, and more with the rich and incredibly diverse traditions of Anatolian and Turkish folk music. The Grammy-nominated, Amsterdam-based band has graced stages around the world, including an appearance at last year’s Coachella. They are currently on tour across North America and will be stopping in Vancouver on Wednesday, November 15 at the Commodore Ballroom for what’s sure to be a dizzyingly good time. Tickets are available here. Learn more about Altın Gün and mo ..read more

It might just be the nature of Dizzy‘s music, but their show on Tuesday night at the Biltmore Cabaret felt like a hometown show, or at least it felt like home. Winnipeg-based singer-songwriter Cassidy Mann opened the evening with a beautiful set that included songs from her 2022 EP, If It’s Not Forever, and a 10/10 cover of Taylor Swift’s “Clean”. The moment that Dizzy hit the stage, the audience at the Biltmore was captivated and all eyes were on lead singer Katie Munshaw as she carried the room through a jam-packed setlist that weaved all three of the band’s albums. The four-piece band, incl ..read more

A self-titled album often signifies a balance of identity and confidence for an artist in a body of work, and this rings especially true for Dizzy. The Oshawa band released their third full-length eponymous studio album in August and the band has proven themselves to have grown into their own over the past few years. For listeners, there has always been a sense of familiarity and nostalgic comfort in Dizzy’s music, and their latest record is no exception as it delicately weaves together themes that include self-reflection, relationships, and being perceived. The band is currently on tour suppo ..read more

Toronto-based bedroom pop artist Peach Luffe leans into his classical musical training to build lush soundscapes that draws listeners into a state of daydream. His latest release, “Say It Back”, is a reminder of the power of sweet nothings through the ebbs and flows of a relationship. Take a listen below. Learn more about Peach Luffe at https://www.peachluffe.com ..read more

Sarah Jane Scouten is a folk-country singer-songwriter originally from Bowen Island and currently based in a tiny village called Moniaive in southwest Scotland. Her fifth studio album, Turned to Gold, dropped on Light Organ Records this past Friday. The album is lovingly deemed a road trip album, and features the deep level of introspective storytelling that Scouten is known for and has showcased over the course of her musical journey. Read ahead to learn more about Sarah in her own words. Q: Introduce yourself! Sarah Jane Scouten: My name is Sarah Jane Scouten (like a girl scout) an ..read more

The winner takes it all, just like The Crystal Casino Band‘s cover of the beloved ABBA song. In case you missed it, we interviewed the Washington, D.C.-based band earlier this summer and shared their excitement for their first-ever tour stop in Vancouver. We’ve partnered with the band to give away two tickets to their show this Friday, September 1st at The Biltmore Cabaret. Head over to our contest page here to enter today: https://woorise.com/asapmusicblog/thecrystalcasinoband. Rules & Regulations: Must be 19+ to enter. Winner will be selected at random on Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at 7 ..read more