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Taylor Acorn will return to Canada this weekend as the opening act on the main stage at All Your Friends Fest, taking place Sunday, June 29 at Burl’s Creek.

Set in one of Ontario’s most scenic summer spots, Acorn will be warming up the crowd for Avril Lavigne, who headlines the festival that night.

The American artist has been called a “certified punk star”—a label that will be on full display this summer as she joins the Summer Sc...

Vancouver rockers Econoline Crush kicked off Day #2 of the 2025 Bluewater Borderfest at Centennial Park in Sarnia on Friday, June 20.

Right after their sound check, SWOMP caught up with vocalist Trevor Hurst for an interview.

The band have several shows planned for the rest of the year, new music is set to be released later this year and a documentary about Econoline Crush is also in the works.

Follow the band at https://econolinec...

As far as high-voltage summer shows go, Incubus’ upcoming June 30th stop at Toronto’s Budweiser Stage is already looking like one of the season’s must-see moments.

It’s the only Canadian date on the band’s 2025 schedule so far, and it lands right in the middle of a landmark year — new music on the way, a global touring sprint, and the continued evolution of a band that’s never stood still.

We caught up with bassist Nicole Row ahead...

Canadian singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Sandra-Mae Lux has released her latest studio album, Seasons in Jazz, marking a return to her jazz beginnings.

SWOMP caught up with Sandra-Mae to discuss the new album.

Now based in London, the Richmond, B.C. native explores the evolving nature of love through original compositions inspired by the Great American Songbook and the golden era of songwriting from the 1920s to 1950s...

Rising country duo The Band Loula is gaining momentum on the national stage this summer as part of Dierks Bentley’s Broken Branches Tour, joining fellow opener Zach Top for a run of high-profile dates across North America.

The tour includes major stops at Los Angeles’ Intuit Dome and New York’s Madison Square Garden, offering a growing audience a chance to experience the North Georgia pair’s unique blend of harmonies and swamp-ting...

Award-winning Canadian country rocker Devin Cooper is boldly stepping into a new chapter with the release of his timeless summer anthem “Memories That Made Us.”

The new track marks the beginning of a jam-packed summer for Cooper, featuring performances at major festivals including three back to back nights at the Calgary Stampede after a run of shows across Alberta and Ontario last month.

SWOMP caught up with Devin to talk about th...

Australian rockers Jet are currently on their highly anticipated North America Tour 2025.

The band kick started the tour at the end of May with back-to-back shows on Canadian soil, first at The Danforth Music Hall in Toronto and the following night at L'Olympia in Montreal.

In between the Canadian performances, SWOMP caught up with Jet bassist Mark Wilson for an interview.

The tour reaches the halfway mark on Friday, June 6, 2025 w...

The sun broke through the clouds at the Meadows Music Festival on Saturday, May 31, 2025, as JJ Wilde performed a brand new, unreleased song - 'If I'm A Woman' - for the first time.

"(Meadows) you were too good to us," the Canadian rockstar wrote on social media following her performance.

"Best way to kick off the festival season."

Prior to her show, JJ took some time with SWOMP for an interview.

Vices, the latest album from the ch...

Canadian singer-songwriter Skye Wallace performed on the main stage at the Meadows Music Festival in Fergus, Ontario on Saturday, May 31, 2025.

Shortly after her, Syke caught up with SWOMP for an interview.

With a voice that soars and captivates, Skye Wallace has earned a reputation as one of Canada's most compelling artists.

Her blend of folk, rock, and alternative influences, along with her ability to craft emotive and impactful ...

Fresh off the release of their 7th studio album, Over Years and Overnight, Lowest of the Low performed on the second day of the Meadows Music Festival in Fergus, Ontario on Saturday, May 31, 2025.

About an hour before their set, SWOMP caught up with frontman Ron Hawkins inside their trailer.

A milestone for the band, Over Years and Overnight marks the first time three of its 11 songs were co-written by all members — a testament to ...

Three of Canadian country’s top rising stars; Tyler Joe Miller, Shawn Austin and Andrew Hyatt; have been teaming up for their co-headlining 'Country MixTape' show.

After touring throughout 2024, the trio brought their performance to the Meadows Music Festival in Fergus, Ontario on Friday, May 30, 2025.

About an hour before they hit the stage, Tyler Joe Miller caught up with SWOMP for an interview. 

Surrey, BC’s Tyler Joe Miller qui...

The Road Hammers roared back onto the live music scene Friday night, May 30, rocking the Meadows Music Festival stage in Fergus, Ont.

Known for their gritty blend of ‘60s and ‘70s-inspired classic country and southern rock, the platinum-selling group delivered a high-octane set that had fans revved up from the first chord.

Prior to the show, SWOMP caught up with frontman Jason McCoy for a telephone interview.

With over 43 million g...

As National Indigenous History Month approaches, Métis alternative pop artist Robin Cisek is using her platform to ensure Indigenous women have a place in Canada’s music industry.

The Edmonton-based singer-songwriter just released her self-produced debut album Tempered on May 30, a project that delves into themes of self-discovery, healing and resilience. With a creative team composed primarily of women, Cisek says the record is bo...

Following their debut album 12:34, Norter has returned with their second release, The Yearbook Club!!! — a high-energy blend of indie rock grit, shoegaze textures and raw emotional urgency.

The album is loud, unapologetic and deeply relatable, exploring themes of feeling unheard, unappreciated and forgotten.

Described as a coming-of-age fever dream, the record balances nostalgia and intensity, layered with reverb, distortion and an...

The Ataris have released Car Song, the lead single from their forthcoming album and their first full-length release since 2007.

The track, recorded using vintage tones and analog tape, is a tribute to frontman Kristopher Roe’s late father, William Roe, who was a longtime supporter and presence in the band’s community.

Alongside Car Song, the band has reimagined their early-2000s hit In This Diary with two new versions: a 2025 studi...

Wardrobe isn’t a piece of furniture — it’s a shift in identity. It’s the feeling of change that comes from altering your environment, and for Toronto’s Laurent Bourque, it’s also the name of his new pop sonic project.

Now, he’s gearing up to release his debut EP Common Touch on May 29 — a collection of vibrant, emotionally resonant pop songs that explore transformation, nostalgia, and human connection.

SWOMP caught up with Wardrobe...

Montréal-based pop artist Flara K is stepping into her spotlight with the release of Seasons — a bold, cinematic, and deeply personal debut album arriving independently on May 23, 2025.

SWOMP caught up with Flara for an interview to discuss her new album.

Raised just outside Montréal in a house filled with music and sisterhood, Flara K (a moniker that channels both her alter ego and her truest self) found early solace and expressio...

Celebrating a decade of powerful storytelling and musical connection, Four Chords and The Truth returns to TD Music Hall at the Allied Music Centre in Toronto on May 22 at 7 p.m. ET for its 10th anniversary edition.

The acclaimed semi-annual songwriter series brings world-class songwriters to the stage for intimate semi-round performances, and the stories behind the songs.

Tickets are available, here.

Toronto-based singer-songwrite...

What began five years ago as three friends jamming around a campfire has now blossomed into Cabin Fever, Canada’s latest contribution to the international Americana music scene.

Comprised of Kyle Faulkner on guitar and vocals, Jessica McKay on upright bass and vocals, and Colin Jolly on mandolin, Cabin Fever is primed to make a lasting first impression with a five-song debut EP entitled It’s Only Forever.

Produced by Craig Smith (O...