Recorded live at Weltklang Studio in 2017, the Martin Miller Session Band reimagines Dark Side of the Moon with breathtaking precision and energy. Featuring standout performances from a powerhouse lineup of musicians and guests, this tribute captures the spirit of Pink Floyd while adding new depth. With a full visual and audio production helmed by Miller himself, it’s a must-watch for fans of prog rock and beyond.
Don Macdonald’s ‘Short Stories’ Blends Jazz, Folk, and Filmic Flair Into One Captivating Album
Canadian composer, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist Don Macdonald unveils Short Stories—a vibrant collection of original songs and imaginative re-interpretations that celebrate storytelling through jazz. Blending the intimacy of folk, the rhythmic vitality of jazz, and the emotional immediacy of great songwriting, Short Stories marks a striking new chapter in Macdonald’s multifaceted career.
Known internationally for his award-winning film and choral compositions, including the cult-classic Fido soundtrack and the opera KHAOS, Macdonald returns to his roots as a performer on this self-released album. His warm, expressive voice and deft saxophone and violin work are at the heart of the project, joined by a powerhouse ensemble: JUNO-winning guitarist Mike Rud, acclaimed pianist David Restivo, bassist Jill McKenna, drummer Joel Fountain, and guest appearances by Allison Girvan (voice) and Kiyo Elkuf (tenor sax).
Across ten tracks—seven originals and three inventive covers—Macdonald crafts vivid musical vignettes. From the rollicking, second-line groove of “Sofia’s Coming Out” to the moody balladry of “Fall From Grace” and a haunting rendition of Canadian composer, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist Don Macdonald unveils ‘Short Stories’—a vibrant collection of original songs and imaginative re-interpretations that celebrate storytelling through jazz.’s “One More Cup of Coffee,” the album pulses with character and narrative depth. Each song reveals Macdonald’s knack for melody and his fearless blending of genres, drawing on influences as diverse as Chet Baker, Django Reinhardt, and Madeleine Peyroux.
Short Stories was recorded with Macdonald’s colleagues and friends at the Selkirk College Contemporary Music and Technology Program in Nelson, BC, where he also teaches. The collaborative spirit of the project infuses every track, creating music that feels both sophisticated and deeply personal.
Slow Joy Announces First Post-Album Tour with Texas Is the Reason and Inoha
Following the release of his acclaimed debut album A Joy So Slow At Times I Don’t Think It’s Coming, Slow Joy — the solo project of Dallas-based, New Mexican-born Chicano artist Esteban Flores — will join influential post-hardcore vets Texas Is the Reason for a run of fall tour dates in September and October. Following the Texas Is the Reason run, Slow Joy will continue on the road with rising indie/alternative band Inoha for another US tour through mid-November.
These dates mark Slow Joy’s first tour since the album’s release, and serve as a milestone moment for an artist who’s been praised for bringing a fresh emotional perspective to the alternative landscape. The tour pairing feels especially meaningful: Texas Is the Reason helped shape the sonic DNA of ’90s emo and post-hardcore, and their invitation to Slow Joy underscores Flores’s emergence as a bold new voice in that lineage.
Produced by Mike Sapone (Oso Oso, The Front Bottoms), A Joy So Slow At Times I Don’t Think It’s Coming is a sweeping and vulnerable debut, rooted in Flores’s identity and grief. With its signature mix of shoegaze textures, grunge weight, and cathartic punk edge, the record has resonated deeply, led by fan favourites like “Gruesome,” which earned spins at alternative radio and helped introduce Slow Joy to a wider national audience.
Ahead of the Texas Is The Reason tour, fans can catch Slow Joy’s headline performance on Day One of this year’s Tough Luck Fest on September 5th in Boston, MA — details HERE. Slow Joy’s fall North American run will continue with Inoha, whose dynamic mix of intricate guitar work, catchy vocals, and rhythmic punch is quickly earning them a devoted following. Based in San Antonio, TX, the band features Keanu Bicol, Ricky Juarez, Christian Young (ImTrying), and Gavin Gonzalez. All confirmed Slow Joy dates are below, and for the most up-to-date information, please visit the band’s official website.
September 5th @ Tough Luck Fest at in Boston, MA
Texas Is The Reason & Slow Joy Tour Dates:
September 16th @ Preserving Underground in Pittsburgh, PA
September 17th @ Rec Room in Buffalo, NY
September 19th @ St. Andrew’s Hall in Detroit, MI
September 22nd @ The Bluestone in Columbus, OH
October 5th @ Pappy & Harriet’s in Pioneertown, CA
October 7th @ The UC Theatre in Berkeley, CA
October 8th @ Observatory SA in Santa Ana, CA
October 9th @ Observatory SD in San Diego, CA
Inoha & Slow Joy Tour Dates:
October 22 – The Rebel Lounge – Phoenix, AZ
October 23 – Voodoo Room @ HOB – San Diego, CA
October 24 – The Roxy – Los Angeles, CA
October 25 – Crybaby – San Francisco, CA
October 27 – Mission Theater – Portland, OR
October 28 – Madame Lou’s – Seattle, WA
October 30 – The Beehive – Salt Lake City, UT
November 1 – Globe Hall – Denver, CO
November 3 – Blueberry Hill – St. Louis, MO
November 4 – Bottom Lounge – Chicago, IL
November 5 – Mahalls – Cleveland, OH
November 7 – LPR – New York, NY
November 8 – Brighton Music Hall – Boston, MA
November 9 – Foundry – Philadelphia, PA
November 10 – The Atlantis – Washington, DC
November 11 – Local 506 – Chapel Hill, NC
November 12 – Purgatory – Atlanta, GA
November 13 – The Social – Orlando, FL
November 14 – Handlebar – Pensacola, FL
November 15 – Saturn – Birmingham, AL
Submissions for the 2026 JUNO Awards Open September 22: New Categories, Key Deadlines, and More
| Visit junoawards.ca/submissions for everything you need to know, including eligibility details, new category information, and timelines. Key Deadlines: Submissions Open: September 22, 2025 Early Bird Deadline: October 3, 2025 (11:59 PM PT / 2:59 AM ET October 4) Final Deadline: November 6, 2025 (11:59 PM PT / 2:59 AM ET November 7) Check out our 2026 JUNO Submissions Reference Guide for key dates and step-by-step tips to get you started. New for 2026, The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences introduces Latin Music Recording of the Year, celebrating the growing influence and excellence of Latin music in Canada. We’ve also updated eligibility criteria for Rap Album/EP of the Year and Rap Single of the Year to better recognize the Canadian contribution of artists in the genre. For full details on category eligibility, visit our Criteria by Category page. |
SiriusXM Introduces Artist Residency Initiative, a New Way for Artists to Connect with Fans Across Multiple Channels and Genres
SiriusXM today announced its new Artist Residency initiative, leveraging the power of the leading audio entertainment company’s platform to put a spotlight on top artists with exclusive content and programming across multiple channels, helping them connect with audiences within their core genre, as well as those aligned with their broader interests. The series launches August 5 with multi-platinum country superstar Bailey Zimmerman, followed by 3x Grammy Award-winning Diamond-certified band, Maroon 5 on August 15.
The SiriusXM Artist Residency will feature marquee artists engaged in a multi-channel series across SiriusXM’s diverse music, sports and talk offerings and will include performances, interviews, Guest DJs, takeovers and more. The program is a unique way to demonstrate how SiriusXM and Pandora serve as artist-first platforms that foster meaningful fan engagement and creative freedom, while giving artists strategic, multi-genre promotional impact.
The program spotlights SiriusXM’s breadth of unique programming while also creating both on-air and digital content that resonates with subscribers and provides conversations from talent that can only be heard on this platform. SiriusXM’s Artist Residency brings fans closer to the artists they love with content across multiple different music and talk channels that are relevant to their music’s genre, and also lets artists step outside their usual formats and tap into their personal interests.
“With our new Artist Residency initiative, artists can participate in special programming across multiple SiriusXM channels and Pandora to help promote a new album, tour, or other key projects.” said Steve Blatter, SiriusXM Senior Vice President & GM, Music Programming. “Bailey Zimmerman and Maroon 5, with their genre-bending sounds and wide variety of influences, are the perfect artists to help us launch this new program, and we’re thrilled to deliver their fans a truly unique dive into their next major album releases.”
Fans of Bailey Zimmerman can tune into SiriusXM’s Hip Hop Nation, Octane, SiriusXM Hits 1, MLB Network Radio and NASCAR Radio to hear the multi-platinum country singer-songwriter as he shares insights, stories and his surprising passion for hip hop, rock, pop music and sports. Timed to the release of his new album, Different Night Same Rodeo on August 8, he will also take the mic for an exclusive subscriber performance event and interview on The Highway, along with a Pandora takeover on The 615 station.
SiriusXM’s Artist Residency program will then put multi-platinum powerhouse Maroon 5 center stage starting on August 15 with a special live performance event and interview for a super-fan subscriber audience airing on SiriusXM Hits 1. Celebrating the band’s new album Love Is Like, they will also take over The Pulse and Pandora’s Afterglow station on release weekend sharing exclusive new music commentary, followed by guest DJ appearances on the 10s Spot, Pop2K. Driven by the band’s personal interests, content will also air on Lithium and Mad Dog Sports Radio channels with programming on shows including Mad Dog Sports and The D.A. Show with Babchik.
Puddles the Clown Returns With Haunting Rendition of ‘Hallelujah’
Puddles Pity Party, everyone’s favorite sad-faced baritone, has shared a breathtaking cover of Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah.” His version blendsJeff Buckley’s delicacy with John Cale’s solemn grace. If you’re lucky, you might just hear it live this fall.
One Direction’s Isolated Vocals For “Act My Age”
Released on November 17, 2014, FOUR marked One Direction’s fourth studio album and a more mature pop-rock sound. Featuring the platinum hits “Steal My Girl” and “Night Changes,” it cemented their chart dominance in both the UK and US. It also became a bittersweet milestone as the final album to feature Zayn Malik before his departure in March 2015. The fan-favorite anthem “Act My Age” appeared on the bonus edition, closing the era with a cheeky, unforgettable send-off.
Photo Gallery: Jade LeMac at Montreal’s Osheaga on August 3, 2025
All photo credits belong to Benoit Rousseau and Osheaga.
Photo Gallery: Gigi Perez at Montreal’s Osheaga on August 3, 2025
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Photo Gallery: Debby Friday at Montreal’s Osheaga on August 3, 2025
All photo credits belong to Benoit Rousseau and Osheaga.
