BC Folk-Roots Duo The Eisenhauers Announce New Album

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Acclaimed BC folk-roots duo The Eisenhauers are proud to announce their long-awaited new album, Back Burner, set for release on September 12th, 2025. Today, they offer a first glimpse of what’s to come with the release of the evocative lead single, “Gambler,” available now on all major streaming platforms via Black Hen Music.

Produced by Steve Dawson (Matt Anderson, Birds of Chicago), “Gambler” was written by Sheree Eisenhauer during a tough season in her marriage with bandmate/husband Jeremy – about risking everything for love. Recorded live at Vancouver’s Warehouse Studio with a full band who hadn’t heard the songs before, it captures raw, one-take energy and features backing vocals by Vancouver singer-songwriter Jill Barber.

“Writing 'Gambler' was like holding up a mirror to everything I was afraid to admit,” says Sheree. “It came from a place of real vulnerability – the kind you don’t always want to share, even with yourself. Recording it live, with musicians who were hearing it for the first time, gave it this unfiltered urgency that matched exactly how it felt to write it. It was terrifying and cathartic all at once.”

Based in Kimberley, BC, The Eisenhauers are an award-winning folk-roots duo known for their introspective lyrics, close-knit harmonies, and intimate performances. Their past releases have received national airplay, critical acclaim, and resonated deeply with audiences seeking authenticity in music.

Back Burner marks a powerful return for Jeremy and Sheree Eisenhauer and is their first release since their 2017 debut album The Road We Once Knew. Rooted in the personal and reflective storytelling the duo is known for, the new album dives deep into themes of resilience, reinvention, and the quiet strength found in letting go. Perhaps no song summarizes the tone and message of the record as much as the first single, "Gambler." The lyrics lay out simple truths, like the inevitable dark days of any relationship and that love is inherently a gamble, free from guarantees, regardless of marriage covenants or a house full of children. Yet, despite this uncertainty, the message is clear: The Eisenhauers have made the decision to go all in on love and music one more time.

"Gambler" is available now on Spotify, Apple Music/iTunes, and other digital retailers and streaming services worldwide. The Eisenhauers will support the album release with tour dates this fall, to be announced soon. For more information, please visit theeisenhauers.com.

Tracklisting
The Eisenhauers - *Back Burner*
(Black Hen Music)
01. At This Rate
02. Back Burner
03. First Robin
04. Gambler
05. Pretty Song
06. Heartache Alley
07. Not Working
08. Someday
09. Something's Gotta Give
10. Need A Little Help
11. Well My Dear
12. What If

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Ottawa Pop-Punk Band MAJORS Share Video For New Single ETIQUETTE

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Ottawa-based pop-punk band MAJORS are teeing up something unforgettable with the release of their first-ever music video for their latest single 'Etiquette' streaming now on YouTube. The video showcases a dynamic collaboration with Juno Award-winning cinematographer Peter Schnobb (Bahamas, Sarah Harmer), who brought the high-energy visual to life as director and producer.

Released in May and mixed and mastered by Dean Hadjichristou (Parkway Drive, Four Year Strong), 'Etiquette' is MAJORS’ first release since their fan-favourite 2024 EP Songs in the Key of Golf and continues the band’s signature blend of driving punk energy and unexpected thematic twists. This time, MAJORS takes aim at a most unforgivable villain: the disrespectful golf partner.

"'Etiquette' is about getting matched up on the golf course with a terrible person," says vocalist Justin Camarena. "Anyone who’s played regularly knows there are some people with no respect for the game or for others, and the idea for the song came from one of those instances. In golf, you have a lot of time to think, and your mind can wander to happy or dark places. This song goes to a dark place. When I’m writing I like taking a small thought and exaggerating it to squeeze out all the feelings I had when I was in that moment. I’ve golfed with a lot of people who have annoyed me, but this song magnifies that tenfold, and the video has us murdering a guy.”

Filmed over two days at the Irish Hills Golf and Country Club in Ottawa, the video follows a boorish character who defies every rule of golf decorum – arriving late, acting out on the course, and shamelessly ignoring the game’s dignity. As the song builds in urgency, so does the narrative, culminating in a satisfyingly rebellious climax that only MAJORS could deliver.

Shot with precision and punch by Schnobb, and supported by No Hands Films, the video marries raw performance footage with a tongue-in-cheek storyline that pays homage to both punk rock angst and golf traditionalism. It’s a pairing no one expected – but one that works with surprising harmony.

MAJORS’ music is a high-energy blend of modern rock rooted in classic 2000s punk with lyrics featuring wide-ranging golf themed storytelling. Formed in 2023 by former members of The Fully Down – Justin Camarena (vocals) and Rich Latour (drums) – the band quickly expanded to include guitarist Jason Mooney (We Were Sharks), Nathan Pearce (guitar), and Jeff Britten (bass), all seasoned musicians with touring pedigrees.

Their 2024 debut EP established their distinct identity, and their latest single 'Etiquette' builds on that momentum with hard-hitting riffs and a sharply humorous narrative. With more singles ready to roll and a full-length album on the way in 2026, MAJORS continues to prove that punk rock has room for fairways and fury alike.

'Etiquette' is available now on Spotify, Apple Music/iTunes, and other digital retailers and streaming services worldwide. For more info, please visit majorsband.com.

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Yellowknife Indie Folk Project HUGHES Share New Single PASSERBY

2nd SINGLE FROM NEW ALBUM
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Yellowknife musician Benji Straker’s indie folk project Hughes share their raw and introspective new single ‘Passerby’ out now on all digital streaming platforms. Listen here.

Produced by Dan Ponich (Bad Hoss, Twin Willow) and featuring the vocals of Yellowknife musician Ben Cornel (MOOCH), ‘Passerby’ is the second single from Hughes' self-titled debut full-length set for release on July 11th. Reflective and richly textured, the new single feels both intimate and expansive, capturing the fleeting nature of time and the quiet significance of human connection.

"'Passerby’ was an interesting song to write because, at first, I wasn’t even sure what I was trying to say – it just started coming together as I put the words down,” says Benji Straker. “It’s about reflection, about how the past, present, and future are just fleeting moments in the grand scope of life. We’re all just passing through, so there’s no point in clinging to things that don’t really matter. What does matter is making the most of the time we have with the people we love. My good friend and incredible musician, Ben Cornel, really connected with this track, so we teamed up for the recording – blending harmonized vocals and his additional guitar work to bring it to life.”

Through Hughes, Benji Straker blends introspective lyrics, ambient textures, and country-surf guitar into a sound that feels both ethereal and grounded. Rooted in the wild beauty of the North, the project channels the stillness of lakes and the glow of the aurora to explore themes of love, loss, and self-discovery. Hughes was a solo project until last year, when Benji invited some other musicians to jam. The band quickly came together and shaped many of the compositions that made it onto the forthcoming album. What began as a solo endeavor has since evolved into a full-band experience, combining folk storytelling with blues-rock grit and richly layered instrumentation.

'Passerby’ (feat. Ben Cornel) is available now on Spotify, Apple Music/iTunes, and other digital retailers and streaming services worldwide. For more information, please visit linktr.ee/hughesmusic.

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Celtic Folk Duo Jocelyn Pettit & Ellen Gira Release New Album HERE TO STAY

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Canadian Folk Music Award winners Jocelyn Pettit & Ellen Gira share their new album Here To Stay out now on all digital streaming platforms. Listen here. The duo is also featuring the title track 'Here To Stay' as the second single from the album, following lead track 'Midnight'.

Known for their vibrant fusion of traditional Celtic music and contemporary folk influences, Canadian fiddler Jocelyn Pettit and American cellist Ellen Gira have carved out a distinctive space on the international music scene. Their latest single carries a message of unity and emotional resilience, which is something that Jocelyn (who wrote the lyrics) finds especially meaningful.

"Here To Stay' is about coming together for strength and happiness, especially in times of hardship," said Jocelyn Pettit. "The jig in the middle of the song was inspired by my dear cousin, Mary-Jane, whose bright spirit lives on.”

Here To Stay is Jocelyn Pettit & Ellen Gira’s second collaborative release, following their award-winning debut All It Brings, and is Jocelyn’s fifth album overall. The album is a vibrant celebration of home and travel, featuring 11 carefully crafted instrumental and vocal tracks inspired by the duo’s roots and global journeys. Since first meeting in Scotland, both musicians have returned to North America – a migratory path reflected in the album’s artwork, which features the Common Loon. Blending textured fiddle-cello interplay, French Canadian foot percussion, rich harmonies, and lively dance tunes, the album also features Montréal-based guest guitarist Everest Witman.

“It is so exciting to share this new music!," says Jocelyn. "With inspiration from home and from touring adventures, Here To Stay combines traditional tunes and songs with more original material than our previous album. It’s a joy to be part of the vibrant traditional music community, and to bring people together through music. We’re keen to help keep traditional music alive and celebrate this living tradition!”

Here To Stay is available now on Spotify, Apple Music/iTunes, and other digital retailers and streaming services worldwide. Following a UK tour throughout May, Jocelyn and Ellen will kick off their North American dates on June 20th at St. James Hall in Vancouver. For more information and full tour listings, please visit jocelynandellen.com.

Tracklisting
Jocelyn Pettit & Ellen Gira - Here To Stay
(Independent)
01. Bellechase
02. Passport to Mettabee
03. Rothiemurchus
04. Midnight
05. Blow Ye Winds
06. Return
07. Going Home
08. Road Trip To Cape Breton
09. Mona's
10. Catherine's Waltz
11. Here To Stay

JOCELYN PETTIT & ELLEN GIRA | UPCOMING TOUR DATES
06-20 - Vancouver, BC - St. James Hall
06-21 - Gibsons, BC - Summer Solstice Garden Concert
06-25 - Olympia, WA - Traditions Fair Trade
06-26 - Mount Vernon, WA - Littlefield Celtic Center
06-27 - Brentwood Bay, BC - The Butchart Gardens
06-28 - Tofino, BC - Tofino Jazz Festival
07-05 - Squamish, BC - Squamish Academy of Music

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Vancouver Indie Pop-Rock Artist Dust Cwaine Shares New Single + Video LITTLE PLANS

LEAD SINGLE FROM NEW ALBUM TWIN LAKES
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Vancouver drag performer and indie pop-rock musician Dust Cwaine returns with their electric new single and video, 'Little Plans', out now on all digital streaming platforms. Listen here.

Produced by Josh Eastman (Kylie V, Turunesh) and written by Dust and Charlie Kerr (Hotel Mira), 'Little Plans' is the lead single from Dust's forthcoming album Twin Lakes, set for release later this year. Emotionally charged and buzzing with energy, the driving synth-rock track channels the all-encompassing feeling of a new romantic connection.

"'Little Plans' is a T4T love story that celebrates the joy of trans love," said Dust. "I wrote it in my living room with my friend Charlie Kerr. I was excited about the new person I was seeing, and this potential for transformation and magic seemed to be all around me. I told him I was so in love that every time I saw this person, I refused to wash my hands after they left so the scent would linger. That excitement of new love, and that particular power that T4T love brings, can take the everyday minutiae of your life and transform it into something you would have never thought was possible."

With nearly a decade of performance experience, Dust Cwaine needs little introduction at home in Vancouver, BC. Already well-known for their drag shows, both as a performer and impresario, Dust’s songwriting project began in 2020 and channels the moody synthesizer excess of The Cure with the bare-faced honesty of Haim and Noah Kahan. Anchored with a tender sense of responsibility and truth, enlivened by a quick wit and penchant for a catchy chorus, their body of work maps out a rich array of subjects and priorities.

Dust’s genre-blurring sound – described as “nostalgia pop-rock navel gaze” – has earned praise from Exclaim!, The Jann Arden Podcast, and The Georgia Straight, which named them a Vancouver Local Hero in 2024. They’ve shared stages with acts like Hotel Mira and Young Friend, and sold out headline shows nationwide. Their new single, 'Little Plans', follows 2024’s 'Brooklyn' and 'Everything', the 2023 EP 17, and their acclaimed 2022 debut Arcana, all building anticipation for their sophomore LP later this year.

'Little Plans' is available now on Spotify, Apple Music/iTunes, and other digital retailers and streaming services worldwide. For more info, please visit dustcwaine.ca.

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**FIRST SINGLE "GAMBLER" OUT NOW
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2nd SINGLE FROM NEW ALBUM
OUT ON JULY 11th

STREAM/SHARE LYRIC VIDEO HERE

LEAD SINGLE FROM NEW ALBUM TWIN LAKES
SET FOR RELEASE LATER THIS YEAR

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