In these (musical) notes from the underground, Asphyxiation embodies the collective frustration with “the system” and transmutes this anger into powerful prose that galvanizes the listener away from political despair and into action.

Beefcakes’ debut album, Goin’ Postal, is nine tracks of musical absurdism, in the best way. It’s got all the instrumental prowess of Primus and all the irony of Viagra Boys mixed into one post-punk, thought-provoking, experimental playthrough.

Thunder Bay/Toronto-based artist Nadjiwan has released his latest album, Now Is the Right Time of Year, an eight-track, boundary-pushing collection of Indigenous rock music.

Christopher Waite is an Ojibwe scholar of history and lover of stories and this, his first book in print, is a unique and highly enjoyable blend of fiction, traditional knowledge, fantasy, history, and a journey of self-discovery.

Director Laura-Lynn Petrick’s Lempo brings a chilling and intimate story to life on familiar northern waters. Childhood friends Shaun and Annie reconnect at neighbouring cabins, only to be forced to confront an ominous figure tied to Annie’s family history.

Aysanabee exploded onto the Canadian music scene to national attention and acclaim in 2022, and his latest album, Edge of the Earth, proves that he has much more to say—and we are eagerly listening.

‘Tis the season for festivals, fun, and folk music, and Mt. Joy’s fourth LP, Hope We Have Fun, boasts 13 tracks that sound as good in headphones as they do on a festival stage.

Bon Iver is hard to categorize but easy to recognize, with a distinctly unique sound and immediately identifiable voice. His latest album, SABLE, fABLE, is a 12-track collection of emotive, introspective songs guaranteed to get you in your feels.