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Tunisian-American artist, producer and activist Emel Mathlouthi, known as EMEL, is set to perform at the at TD Music Hall in Toronto on April 5, 2025.

SWOMP caught up with EMEL to discuss the show, her career, touring plans and her latest album MRA.

EMEL recently released a new remix of her track "Lose My Mind" featuring Nayomi. The remix, created by Parisian duo Acid Arab, transforms the song’s original Arabic reggaeton groove int...

While Post-punk legends The Chameleons are gearing up for a brand new full-length album due later this year (their first full-length in over 20 years!), they've released two new EPs Where Are You? and Tomorrow Remember Yesterday - the former consisting of new material and the latter of archival material recorded with the current lineup.

To celebrate this new chapter of The Chameleons, the band is coming to Toronto to celebrate at t...

Northport, Long Island-based indie rock band Arcy Drive is currently on tour supporting flipturn, which includes two shows in Canada.

They're set to perform a show on March 29, 2025 at The Danforth Music Hall in Toronto and the following night at the Théâtre Beanfield in Montreal. The Toronto show is sold-out, but get tickets to the Montreal performance, here.

SWOMP caught up with guitarist/vocalist Nick Mateyunas, guitarist Austin...

Legendary punk band the Dwarves are set to release a long-awaited collector’s gem for Record Store Day 2025 (April 12)—an exclusive, limited edition picture disc of Sunshine, Lollipops & Rainbows, a never-before-released live studio recording from 1989.

SWOMP caught up with Dwarves vocalist and founding member Blag Dahlia to discuss the special release.

Limited to just 2,500 copies, this release features newly mixed and mastere...

Award-winning and platinum-selling band Bedouin Soundclash is set to embark on a Canadian tour.

The tour, originally scheduled for late last year, was postponed due to an injury sustained by bassist Eon Sinclair that temporarily prevented him from performing.

The tour begins March 20 at Edmonton's Starlite Room and includes stops in Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Calgary, Victoria, Ottawa and Hamilton.

SWOMP caught up with Jay Malin...

Two-time Juno Award-winning Oji-Cree artist Aysanabee is currently in the middle on his first Canadian headlining tour, Now and Then.

SWOMP caught up with Aysanabee to discuss the tour, which is coming back through Ontario this month, including:

- Wednesday, Mar 19 - Guelph, ON - Sonic Hall (ALL AGES)

- Thursday, Mar 20 - London, ON - Rum Runners (ALL AGES - w/ special guests Brothers Wilde and Thea May)

- Friday, Mar 21 - Toronto,...

When stepping into the role of producer and bandleader for her third full-length album, New Orleans-based singer-songwriter Sarah Quintana drew from her wildly varied musical experiences to create a “Louisiana” record her way.

Having worked previously with Cajun legends, French musicians, New Orleans roots-rock bands, and storytelling folk artists, Quintana thought long and hard about what it means to make music in New Orleans but ...

The OLP30 tour is rolling across Canada this year and it will be stopping at Canada Life Place in London, Ontario on Saturday, March 8. 

Grab your tickets at ourladypeace.com. 

SWOMP is excited to once again have the opportunity to cover the Canadian rockers.

One of our talented photographers Christina Marchioni, from Marchioni Photography, has been approved for photo credentials for the London show. Keep an eye on swomp.ca and ou...

Joining Our Lady Peace across Canada this year are Georgia-born rock band Collective Soul.

They’ll be opening up the show at Canada Life Place in London, Ontario on March 8, 2025.

SWOMP has been approved for credentials for the concert and we’re pumped to see the work by photographer Christina Marchioni. 

Similar to OLP, Collective Soul are also celebrating three decades of making music together. 

They’re also set to perform at the...

Alternative rockers Good Boy Daisy penciled in second on the lineup card on day two at Innings Festival 2025.

Led by identical twin sisters Hallie Mayes, on vocals, and Dylinn Mayes, on guitar, the band hails from nearby Scottsdale, Arizona.

Hallie said the band ran into technical issues before gracing the Right Field stage.

“We are pretty much using none of our gear,” Hallie told the Saturday afternoon audience.

“These microphones...

Fresh off the release of their debut album My Apologies To The Chef, Nashville punk rockers Winona Fighter raised the volume on the opening day of Innings Festival 2025 on Friday, February 21, 2025, in Tempe, Arizona.

Sporting a black-and-white baseball jersey with ‘Yes Chef’ printed on the back, vocalist Coco Kinnon greeted the amped crowd in front of the Right Field stage.

“We’re so fuckin’ stoked to be opening up this stage for ...

Kicking off the 2025 Innings Festival soundtrack in Tempe, Arizona on Friday, February 21, 2025 were Los Angeles-based, indie rock duo Boyish.

Formed by vocalist India Shore and guitarist Claire Altendahl in 2016 at Berklee College of Music, Boyish set the tone on the opening day of Innings with an energetic set, which included several performances of unreleased songs from their forthcoming album.

“I’m so excited for the rest of th...

SWOMP re-visits our September 28, 2024 interview with P.O.D. vocalist Sonny Sandoval and guitarist Marcos Curiel at Louder Than Life 2024, on a soggy day in Louisville, Kentucky. 

In recent news, the platinum selling superstars have revealed a fresh take on their hit single "I WON'T BOW DOWN," with a collaboration with singer and guitarist Andrés Giménez of Argentinian metal band A.N.I.M.A.L.

The original is taken from P.O.D.'s mos...

Emerging Canadian country artist Angelica Appelman, who just released her compelling new single 'Finding My Feet' on January 31st via all streaming platforms, caught up with SWOMP for an interview. Listen, below:

Following a devastating car accident that left her with a serious brain injury and other long-lasting effects, Angelica is sharing her journey of healing, hope and resilience with "Finding My Feet”.

With raw vulnerability,...

Roots-Rock band The Matinee recently shared a fresh remix of their irresistible track, “Eddie Vedder.”

SWOMP caught up with frontman Matt Layzell for an interview to discuss the song.

For this version, Steve Bays (Hot Hot Heat, Mounties, Said The Whale, Dan Mangan) worked his magic, giving a new spin to a song that 3am Revelations described as “the kind of catchy, roots-rock jam you’d expect from the band.” The original single was ...

Alternative band Violet Night has recently released their new single “Does It Even Matter?”.

Produced by Father Bobby Townsend (JESSIA, Margø, Laur Elle) and Randor Lin (Our Lady Peace, Bishop Briggs), the new single ushers in the start of a new era for Violet Night and more music to come in 2025.

SWOMP caught up with vocalist/guitarist Connor Pohl to discuss the new track track.

"‘Does It Even Matter?' is about my tendency to roma...

The Band Feel is set to open up for one of our favourite Canadian artists, Big Wreck, for three dates in New York in April of 2025, they are also on the incredible bill for the Bourbon and Beyond Festival, which we discussed in our last episode, in Louisville, Kentucky this September.

Follow the band at https://www.thebandfeel.com/.

SWOMP had the opportunity to chat with lead singer Garrett Barcus back in November 2024.

This ban...

Have you seen the lineup for Bourbon and Beyond 2025?

It’s phenomenal.

Organized by Danny Wimmer Presents, the World's Largest Bourbon, Food & Music Festival is taking place September 11-14, 2025 in Louisville, KY.

Headliners include Jack White, Phish, Noah Kahan, The Lumineers, Sturgill Simpson, also on the bill, Ringo Star and his All-Star Band, Cage the Elephant, Alabama Shakes, Benson Boone, Pixies, Pat Benatar and the l...

Renowned Canadian / International vocalist Holly Cole released her 13th studio album, Dark Moon, on January 24, 2025.

Teaming up with her long-time live performance partners, along with additional musicians to create rich harmonies and layers, this album is a true ensemble project that highlights her signature style.

Dark Moon is available via Rumpus Room/Universal Music Canada.

SWOMP caught up with Cole for an interview to discuss...