Apologue Podcast

Kelowna, BC  –   The Cavernous, a heavy psychedelic electronic duo from Kelowna, BC, are releasing their most unconventional project yet:  Please Hold , a full-length concept album only accessible by calling a toll-free number. The album dropped  July 28, 2025 . Dial 1-877-420-9159 and you won’t find a streaming link – you’ll be placed in a surreal hold sequence filled with lo-fi beats...

With over 50,000 streams and a reputation for vivid, emotionally honest songwriting, Toronto-based folk artist Stan Simon returns with Narrow Bridge, a new EP set for release on July 9, 2025, through Slammin’ Media, distributed worldwide by Believe. Rooted in contemporary folk traditions and laced with elements of country and Americana, the EP weaves together themes of climate urgency, personal lo...

Born from a sense of discouragement that policies related to incarceration are slow to change and a recognition that a significant portion of the general public is unaware of the larger societal impacts that occur when someone is incarcerated – the harms to family and social circles, to children and to future generations. What’s it like to find out that someone you love has committed a crime...

Carmen Toth is a Toronto-based singer-songwriter known for her hook-driven power pop, heartfelt storytelling, and retro-influenced sound. Drawing inspiration from artists like Stevie Nicks, Kate Bush, Cyndi Lauper, and Sheryl Crow, her music blends vulnerability with classic pop-rock grit. Over the past two decades, Toth has evolved from solo acoustic sets and her early duo Social Potion into a fu...

Gomer is a Toronto-based power punk band born during the 2020 pandemic. What started as a demo-swapping project grew into a full-force collaboration, with the lineup solidifying in 2024: Michael Hawco (bass), Chad Kerswill (vocals), Oscar Laguan (guitar), Jessica Fleming (guitar), and Andrew McMullen (drums). Their debut release, The Age of Gomer (2022), laid the foundation for their storytelling....

Seattle’s Acapulco Lips return with  Now , a full-length burst of fuzz, flair, and sun-scorched swagger, out July 14 digitally and July 18 on vinyl via Killroom Records. Their signature cocktail of psych, surf, and garage rock gets a sparkling refresh on this latest release, with thicker grooves, sharper hooks, and even more attitude. For over a decade, the band has been a staple of the Pacif...

The Planet Smashers return with “Things You Do,” the second single from their upcoming album On the Dancefloor , out August 22 on Stomp Records. Dropping August 8 alongside a new video, the track delivers everything fans have come to expect: big hooks, sharp horns, and the kind of bounce that turns a casual listen into a full-body groove. With a walking ska bassline that moves, drives, and shakes...

What do the Goonies, Chewbacca, and Star Trek’s The Borg all have in common? They’re all nerdy pop punk songs released by the Atlanta based band, Hyperspace! Hyperspace is comprised of vocalist/guitarist Jason Kochis, drummer Ryan Paul, and bassist Kayvan Sarikhani who have been rocking out the southeast corner of the U.S. for a little over a decade. The geeky rock trio has performed at large and...

Beta Trip, the new project from Toronto multi-instrumentalist Steve Lewin, announces his debut full-length album Superette, out September 26 on Having Fun, the rock imprint of We Are Busy Bodies. The first advance single, “Juliet,” lands June 13 and offers a high-energy introduction to Lewin’s matured sonic vision. Melodic, emotionally resonant, and firmly rooted in the atmospherics of Britpop and...

Green Noise Records is proud to present  Prime Primitive: 1976–1977 , a vital archival release from legendary New York City punk band Testors, available May 30, 2025. Capturing the essence of the band’s earliest studio and live recordings, this LP offers a long-overdue look at one of the rawest and most uncompromising acts to emerge from the original NYC punk underground. Founded by Sonny Vin...

Founded by Portland natives  Dainéal Parker  (vocals, guitars) and  Daniel Alden  (bass), the group found revelation with the inclusion of their drummer,  Josh Harris . Drawing inspiration from iconic bands like  The Cure ,  Hum ,  The Smashing Pumpkins ,  Explosions In The Sky , and  Deftones , the group embarked on a creative journey during the p...

In the ever-evolving landscape of rock music, where authenticity often takes a backseat to fleeting trends, Elephants and Stars emerge as a beacon of genuine artistry. Hailing from Canada’s Golden Horseshoe region, with roots deeply embedded in both Hamilton and Toronto, this quartet crafts music not out of obligation, but from an intrinsic need to express, connect, and resonate.​ The Genesi...

Derek Downham is an award-winning songwriter/producer. A formidable multi-instrumentalist, Derek has recorded and played live/toured with many of Canada’s finest bands and artists. He has performed/recorded/written with (in no particular order): The Beauties, Gordon Downie, Don Felder (of The Eagles), Broken Social Scene, Andy Kim, James Burton, Albert Lee, July Talk, Alex Lifeson, Serena Ry...

Edmonton’s pop-punk powerhouse Real Sickies are set to release their fifth full-length album,  Under a Plastic Bag , on March 14, 2025, via Stomp Records. The album’s first advance single, “Triage,” is out now, offering an electrifying glimpse into the band’s knack for blending raw punk energy with sharp, melodic hooks. Known for their relentless touring and infectious anthems, Real Sickies h...

Gerry Plant was introduced to me by his niece Emma who was on the show two episodes ago. Gerry is an interesting person who didn’t come on the show to promote anything. he came on the show to have a conversation. And that’s pretty much what the show is all about. Good chats and a few laughs. Come to think of it, that would be a great name for the podcast. oh well! Enjoy the Episode and...

“Stephen Stohn is one of the architects of the current Canadian star system. He is also its most committed champion, so proud of the creative class we have here in Canada, and yet so humble about his own contribution to our vibrant creative community. From k.d. lang to Drake, from ‘Black Velvet’ to  Degrassi , he’s telling the stories  —  as a mento...

Lazy Days is a high energy pop-rock trio consisting of Emma Plant, Craig McDorman and Del Cowsill. Working together since the winter of 2023, they have quickly garnered the eyes and ears of musicians and fans alike. With catchy hooks, Barbie-esque harmonies and a whole bunch of attitude, they deliver a uniquely familiar approach to the genre which is on full display in their fun and carefree shows...

Chicago psych-rock band Spun Out have just released their second LP Dream Noise , out October 25th via Shuga Records , and shared the lead single/video “ Paranoia .” Consisting of former NE-HI members Michael Wells (guitar, vocals) and James Weir (keys), plus the addition of Sean Page (synths), Joshua Wells (drums, recording, mixing), and Chris Sutter (bass), Spun Out create melancholic psych-pop...

Vancouver, BC  — Chronic Fatigue, Vancouver’s emerging powerhouse in the punk scene, announces the self-release of their second EP,  Surrender To Serenity , dropping on November 15th, 2024. Known for their high-octane performances and raw punk ethos, Chronic Fatigue takes a bold sonic leap with this self-produced release, blending their punk roots with influences from post-punk, metal, a...

Vancouver’s 604 Records is thrilled to announce the upcoming release of “I Relate,” the first advance single from the long-awaited collection of rarities by cult shoegazers Movieland. Set to drop on October 22nd, this track will be featured on 604 Records’ new archival label imprint known as 604 Decades, encapsulating the band’s signature blend of dreamy melodies and raw, introspective lyrics. The...

Recorded in May and July 2024 at Afterlife Studios in Vancouver, “Graystone” was produced by Brian Minato and the band, with mixing by Dave Ogilivie and mastering by Ronan Chris Murphy at Veneto West. Since their formation in 2012, SLIPons have established themselves as a powerful, guitar-driven band from Vancouver, BC, blending influences from the Exile on Main St. era of the Stones a...

The father-and-sons trio,  The Discarded , are back with their sixth full-length studio album,  The Green Door , set to release on November 25, 2024. Leading the album is the energetic first single, “Testify!”—a fiery rock anthem that channels the band’s signature intensity and passion set for release on October 16th, 2024. The song originated from a jam session between...

Toronto’s indie rock sensation HotKid is back with a brand-new 4-track EP, “Downtown,” set for release on October 4th, 2024 out on Fortune Stellar Records. The EP features both full-band and acoustic versions of the title track, as well as two additional guitar-driven songs, “Naked” and “All Time,” capturing the band’s signature sound and versatility. The full-band tracks were re...

Antoine Arvizu is the studio owner and manager, recording and producing most of the artists that come to us for that “Compound Sound”. Some artists and producers of note include:  Chicano Batman, Ryan Bingham (Grammy and Oscar winner for Crazy Heart), Marc Ford (The Black Crowes, Ben Harper, Booker T. Jones), Ikey Owens (Free Moral Agents, Jack White, The Mars Volta), Jay Buchanan (Rival Sons...

Vancouver pop-punk supergroup Precursor is set to ignite the music scene once again with their latest full-length album, “Thick & Thin,” scheduled for release on August 9th, 2024. Known for their eclectic blend of punk, skatepunk, softcore, melodic hardcore, and pop punk influences, Precursor promises fans an exhilarating musical journey reminiscent of bands like The Story So Far,...