Young Galaxy released Double-sided 7''

Montreal elctro pop trio Young Galaxy have been striking through the indie music scene with their Polaris-nominated effort, Shapeshifting, filled with spacious glamorous electro tunes. No one can stop them from crafting such alluring material. 

Young Galaxy have unveiled two more new tracks, Shoreless Kid and Youth via Paper Bags Records. Enjoy!

NXNE preview: The Black Belles

Since NXNE is less than two weeks away, let's start introducing some artists that you don't want to miss out during the festival. NXNE is held across the city between June 11th-17th.

My first must-see artist is the Black Belles. When I saw this band on the list, I screamed since I had to miss their performance during SXSW as there was an insane 6 hours of line up for their show, opening up for Jack White. Nashville rock quartet, the Black Belles are finally performing in Toronto. 

Many of you may know that this psychedelic girls outfit has been signed up with Jack White's label, Third Man Records and are produced by White himself. They've alsoperformed as a back band for Stephen Colbert. Their 60's garage rock and goth style are definitely reminiscent of White Stripes and Dead Weather. Be ready to indulge in their cult look and Jack White infused Rock N Roll style?

The Black Belles recently released a new single, Wishing Well prior to their first UK tour.

The girls will be performing on June 14th at the Garrison and 15th at Horseshoe Tavern.

NXNE Preview: Papermaps

It's been a bumpy ride for Toronto rock band, Papermaps. The owner of Toronto studio, Chemical Sound and the lead singer and guitarist of the band, Dean Marino was force to close down the precious studio, where a number of well-known  bands, including Tokyo Police Club, Born Ruffians and the Black Keys, have recorded material in the past. The economical pressure was felt by all including Marino, whilst the demand for recording at a professional space has slightly ebbed due to the accessibility of new recording tools on laptops or even mobile phones. 

Their upcoming EP, Inferior Ghost, was one of the last efforts recorded in the studio. It is set to be released in August. Prior to the release, Papermaps are ready to showcase their first single off the record, There Are Wolves. The repeated chorus from the very beginning lingers throughout the song, leaving a significant impression. The lyrics of the song seem to be referring to the tough time that Marino has gone through, while indicating the plaintive feeling in the line such as this town didn't have patience for me. (Click here to listen to the track via Exclaim! Magazine)

Papermaps are heading towards the bright side with this new release as well as showcases during NXNE and a residency at Drake Hotel Underground in July. More to look forward for the band, rather than looking back.

NXNE showcase

June 14th Rancho Relxo

June 15th Football Factory (SonaBlast/NXNE Private Party)

June 17th Of A Kind (NXNE in-store show)