Mischa’s sophomore EP, Alpha Barbie, has a lot to infer in the subjects of inclusivity, gender equality, and vulnerability.

With her textured, soulful voice and self-assured lyrics, it’s hard to believe that Ottawa, Canada proud Kelsey Hayes is crossing the stage at her university graduation a few days from our interview in a gorgeous café in the 613’s Little Italy neighbourhood. 

One of the really special features about MEGAPHONO 2018 in Ottawa, I find, is how much genuine, direct access is offered.

The “Starving Artist” trope is hard enough to prove wrong as it is, making it even harder are these three Canadian laws that are essentially siphoning revenue away from us.

Like many aspects of the music business, record deals have also adapted with the new, digital age. Because there is a lot less extra money to throw around in the industry, labels are taking fewer chances on promising talent, and are carefully calculating the risks and ROI (return on investment) that every act they are considering brings.

Jeff describes Annihilator’s upcoming Canadian tour as “almost like a super-energetic rehearsal with 250-1000 metal friends.”

hile it seems like young artists are releasing quick singles every month for fear of losing relevance, adult contemporary/pop (with an edge!) singer-songwriter Chantal Hackett is on the edge of jumping back into her own show after half a dozen years.

Alan then moved to Toronto, and All Day Breakfast was cooked up when Stefan crashed on his couch during a solo tour; they are a mix of indie folk and garage rock.


From February 1st-3rd, 2017, my hometown of Ottawa, Canada was host to the MEGAPHONO Music Showcase and Conference.

Crystalena has, without a doubt, positive and sunny personality. Despite the cold, windy day in Ottawa, she’s all smiles – walking on air since her first official single, “Found,” was released the day before.