The concept is simple; when we fall in love with a record and cover it on herohill we reach out to the artist and ask for a song-by-song breakdown of their latest release, hoping to give the reader a window into the creative process. Whether it’s about the lyrics, the timing, or finding the sound,(…)
Ok, now this is awesome. Hopefully you’ve already had the chance to check out some of our “Deeper Into Music” posts where we ask an artist to jot down a few thoughts about each song on their latest album. They’ve gotten a really positive response so far, and I have to say I think they’ve(…)
When I first heard Tamara Lindeman’s voice, it changed me. While that may sound overly dramatic, it’s true. Her music wasn’t just the result of teenage heartache. In fact, at the time, she was no musician. Tamara wrote songs and learned notes to help her get through her pain. Now, after an EP steeped(…)
Another treat here. Mark Davis just released what will probably end up as my favorite album of 2011. Riding a courageous blend of roots, pop, electronics and even hints of dub, Davis smashes through the barriers that have all but stagnated today’s roots scene. There is nothing safe or reserved. No water to ease the(…)
This one is pretty special. Dog Day is about to kickstart the campaign for their new album, Deformer, the first full length release on their own label. I can’t think of more talented band that has had to deal with as much shit as Seth and Nancy, so going at it with full control is(…)
Trevor Murphy has been covered on herohill in a surprising number of incarnations. His most successful endeavors have been as the ring leader of a sprawling indie collective – Sleepless Nights – part of the new local artist collective/label, Acadian Embassy and tugging at your heartstrings with the intimate confessions of Quiet Parade. His latest(…)
Twelve releases. Over one million plays on CBC3. I know that you can torture stats to make them confess to almost anything, but when you look at the career of Halifax song writer and National treasure, Joel Plaskett, the numbers are a bit mind blowing. Precious few artists are more deserving of a celebratory(…)
I have to give credit where it’s due, so kudos to the Ack for coming up with the concept for these “Deeper Into Music” posts, where we ask artists to give us a little window into their creative process with a little song-by-song breakdown of their latest release. For someone like me, who has as(…)
Daniel Romano’s slow and steady transformation from the frantic, amp cranked music he created as a part of Attack in Black to the seasoned, country performer you hear on Sleep Beneath the Willow (read our review here) has been rewarding for any music lover willing to start the journey. Romano’s latest, and dare I say(…)
Today we have another great addition in the Deeper into Music series. Louise Burns, a fantastic singer from Vancouver that’s been playing music professionally for almost half her life (as a part of Lillix and The Blue Violets), is about to release her debut solo LP, Mellow Drama on Light Organ records. Chock-o-block full(…)
