Amplify T. Chandy’s “Ego Trip” is One to Remember RAC alum T. Chandy is perfecting the recipe for success, armed with an airtight flow and undeniable work ethic. His latest album EGO TRIP balances the bravado with astute observations on the human psyche. Describe your music in three words: Story, Feeling, Identity Best way to get inspired: Go for a walk Favourite software: DAW […] Written by @recordingarts 5 November 202116 February 2022
Amplify Featured: Lørra RAC student Maria-Lorraine Caluya, better known as Lørra, is making her mark in Montreal’s R&B scene with a commitment to creative authenticity. The singer-songwriter’s forthcoming album D’ange Heureuse promises to share her compelling story of reflection and resilience. Follow Lørra Lørra: Cheat Sheet Describe the sound of Lørra: R&B/Jazz Biggest accomplishment so far? EYEZ (SoundCloud […] Written by @recordingarts 1 October 202116 February 2022
Amplify Featured: Stephen “King Luck” Williams Known for his unwavering curiosity and variety of accomplishments in music production and film scoring, it’s no surprise that Stephen “King Luck” Williams is keeping busy. As one-half of Jaabu Music Group, Williams rounds out the year with high praise for scoring the socially conscious HBO drama The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain. Follow King Luck […] Written by @recordingarts 2 September 202116 February 2022
Amplify Featured: Méandre Riding high on the success of his melancholy debut, Francophone artist Méandre’s sophomore record, Là où les saisons t’emmènent, reaches for song structures that pack a little more punch but also build on the sincerity and purity that marked his earlier work. Find Méandre online Méandre 101: Cheat Sheet A piece of gear you can’t […] Written by @recordingarts 12 August 202116 February 2022
Amplify Featured: sisterBlaze Always marching to the beat of his own drum, Mike Ferguson’s sisterBlaze project is back with a brand-new prog-pop opus, Gemini, that fuses all his pop, punk and prog influences for a result that’s sophisticated, musically accomplished, and “progcessible”. sisterBlaze 101: Cheat Sheet Your role in sisterBlaze: Composer, lyrics, guitars, drums, bass, synths, some keys, […] Written by @recordingarts 8 July 202116 February 2022
Amplify Featured: Gant Fusing the electro bombast of new wave pioneers Depeche Mode with the dark thematic content of Nick Cave’s best work, darkwave duo Gant have just unfurled their doomy first full-length LP on an unsuspecting world. Get ready for synths. Lots of synths. Find Gant online Gant 101: Cheat Sheet Depeche Mode vs The Cure. Who […] Written by @recordingarts 4 June 202116 February 2022
Amplify Featured: Melotika Mel Yelle, who goes by Melotika on stage, creates unique electro-pop music with a message. With a knack for making danceable darkness, she stands for self-confidence, empowerment and individuality. Melotika 101: Cheat Sheet One piece of gear I can’t live without My SM-58 Top musical moment or achievement to date Dancing Without You Go-to “I’m […] Written by @recordingarts 20 May 202116 February 2022
Amplify Featured: Polykrome Energetic and always ready to bring the party, RAC grad and electronic music creator Polykrome has just dropped a new single, “No Doubt”. It might just be your next song of the summer. Follow Polykrome on Instagram / Facebook / Twitter / YouTube / Spotify / Apple Music / Amazon Music / SoundCloud Polykrome 101: Cheat […] Written by @recordingarts 6 May 202116 February 2022
Amplify Featured: Michael Perry With two EPs already in hand, pop crooner Michael Perry looks to break out of his musical comfort zone in 2021 with rock and punk-inspired new tracks dropping each month and an ongoing exploration of individuality, self-acceptance and love through music. Follow Michael on Instagram / Facebook / Site Web / Twitter / YouTube / Spotify […] Written by @recordingarts 29 April 202116 February 2022
Amplify Featured: Lofsky RAC alum Lofsky is making the most out of lockdown with a rapid-fire string of new releases and a brand new collab with DillanPonders. Expect fresh tracks every three weeks until the end of the year from the up-and-coming Toronto rapper. Follow Lofsky on Instagram / Spotify / Apple Music / YouTube / Facebook Lofsky 101: […] Written by @recordingarts 22 April 202116 February 2022
