In the world of music, Jeff Beadle is a creative force fueled by the raw energy of inspiration. He immerses himself in solitary, unromantic spaces, weaving a touch of melancholy into his captivating compositions. With a personal evolution shaped by extensive touring...
2023 CMW ARTISTS
Starship Experience
Starship Experience is an unorthodox Garage Rock band founded by Jesse (Vocals/Songwriter) and Shawn (Drummer/Producer) on the belief that this planet has had enough of over polished, over produced crap, and is ready for some simple, straightforward crap instead.
Velvet Beach
Velvet Beach is an independent band from Toronto. Originally formed by members of Newcomer, Matias Gutierrez, and Martin Camara were then joined by Sean Stover (Silus, The Honeycomb Flyers), Suhail Othman (Per Su), and Meagan Aversa. Fusing a wide range of sonic...
KYTLY
“The only truth is music.” ― Jack Kerouac The road of life is full of twists and turns. It's easy to get lost. Go off course. Find yourself somewhere unintended. But if your sense of direction is good and you keep your eyes on the horizon, you'll get back on track,...
Autopilot
Canadian alt rockers Autopilot are on anything but when it comes to the break the world took during COVID-19. With their new album near completion, 2022 has the band returning to the road with upcoming North American tours taking them through to the end of the year....
APACALDA
APACALDA is the name of singer/songwriter Cassandra Angheluta, a Montreal based artist. APACALDA, meaning “warm water” in her mother tongue, Romanian, is a reflection of Cassandra’s means of movement through her art and life. A reminder to reconnect to the warm water...
ALIAS
Multi-instrumentalist, composer, dilettante, polymath: Emmanuel Alias has traversed many paths en route to his current eponymous psych-rock project. After nine years of jazz studies at the Darius Milhaud Conservatory in Aix-en-Provence, he moved to Québec in 2014 and...
Madame Psychosis
Madame Psychosis is a five-piece alt pop & indie rock band from Toronto. Though their sound is often compared to Metric or a cross between the Black Keys and Alabama Shakes, the band cites a number of musical influences across several genres, including War on...
Jacob Dsouza
Since the age of 3, Jacob Dsouza has had a passion for music. It was passed down to him through his parent's music school, Avalon Music Academy, in his hometown of Brantford, Ontario. At a young age he took a liking to guitar, drums, piano, and vocals. Eventually,...
Cigar Club
In their interpretation of rock music, Cigar Club combines blues, psychedelic, and alternative influences which has established the band as “one of Ontario’s premier alternative rock bands (Spill Magazine, 2021)”.' Their live show has caught the attention of the music...
Local Pressure
Local Pressure is a rock band from Hamilton, Ontario formed in 2022. Their sound ranges from a modern take on roots rock to indie rock.
James Blonde
“So which one of you is James Blonde?”, we get this question all the time. The answer is quite simple: ALL THREE of us! Phil, Steph & Neil comprise the entity that is James Blonde. These multi talented men have been writing bad jokes and great music together for...
The Spiral Theory
The Spiral Theory is looking to reignite the sounds of modern rock. The band’s sounds contain influences from iconic classic rock sounds, combined with an original, melodic take on their genre. In short, classic in feel but modern in execution! The Spiral Theory is an...
The Empties
It’s not every day that you find a group of young musicians that write and perform electrifying music like they’ve been doing it for twenty years. In the short span of a year, The Empties have proven to be a unique musical entity that can’t be missed. Comprised of six...
Raincity
“If No Doubt had a child with the Red Hot Chilli Peppers and Rage Against the Machine, it would be Raincity.” - Vancouver Guardian Described as “an acid trip struck by lightning” and “the rebellious daughter of goth and ska”, Raincity is a Vancouver-based Rage-Funk...
Po Lazarus
Po Lazarus is a five-piece rock n’ roll outfit from Montreal founded by Joshua Carey (lead vocals), and bassist Paul Mascarenhas in 2014. While their sound is sown from seeds of rock n roll, Po Lazarus’ influences are gleaned from folk, country, punk, jazz and more....
Piqued Jacks
Piqued Jacks are pure energy. Alt/rock from Italy with an international appeal. Their successes include: opening act for Interpol, Chevellle, Balthazar and The Boomtown Rats, plays on Virgin Radio, Kerrang! Radio, SiriusXM, MTV and BBC Radio and performances during...
Oliver Forest
With an alternative mixture of folk, pop and rock, Oliver Forest has been carving a place for themselves in the Montreal indie music scene. Powerful melodies and a rich and unique sound conspire to create an energetic and heartwarming performance. “Euthanasia” was...
Matt Morson
MATT MORSON IS A SONGWRITER AND PERFORMER. HIS MUSIC IS INFUSED WITH SOUTHERN ROCK, COUNTRY AND BLUES INFLUENCES. Born and raised in a small town in rural Ontario, Matt used his passion and desire for music and songwriting as a way to express himself. Matt picked up...
LYNN
“Lynn “ After debuted with the electronic trio-Jade Eyes in 2014, Lynn and the group has been known for her unique music style consisting of retro sounds, enchanting vocals and mysterious which led to invitations to perform at renowned international showcases such as...
Krill Williams
From Treaty 7 Territory, Calgary Alberta, Krill Williams brings dreamy soundscapes layered in soft vocals and harmonies; their reverb soaked guitar melodies are underpinned by a driving rhythm section. Each element of personal inspiration from Krill's five members...
FRANKIE FLOWERS
FRANKIE FLOWERS is an emerging alternative artist from Waterloo, ON. Her desire to perform was initially sparked by working coat check at a concert venue, and then after an abysmal breakup she began to create music as a release. She produces her own genre bending...
Frank Mighty
Frank Mighty grew up on the west coast, among the majestic mountains, towering trees and wandering wildlife. That’s where he made his music and felt most at peace. But eventually, he felt the pull of the big city, a place where limitless opportunities awaited him....
FKB
FKB is a high-energy, four-piece, alternative rock band based in Edmonton, influenced by the mystique, glamour, and excess of the 1960s-1980s entertainment business. Formed in Bonnyville, Alberta, the band is fronted by JUNO Award-nominated songwriter (2019), Drew...
Ellis in Transit
Ellis in Transit are a British-Canadian indie rock band from Hamilton, Ontario. Before moving to Canada and branching into a full band, Ellis in Transit started as an acoustic duo in Scotland, playing UK shows and writing music. Ellis in Transit are known for pairing...
Élishia Sharie
Electrifying, daring, and hypnotizing are just a few words used to describe Los Angeles Neo Alternative Rock artist, Élishia Sharie. Drawing upon iconic influences, like AC/DC and Nirvana, Élishia Sharie effortlessly synthesizes elements of 80’s Classic Rock with 90’s...
Carbon Memory
Carbon Memory is a dynamic alternative rock band that develops sonic snapshots that are both transporting and cinematic. The Toronto band cues magnetic guitars and contemplative lyrics to a reel of ambient textures that oscillate between a sense of nostalgia and...
Hyaenas
Embodying the energy & ferocity of their animal namesake, Hyaenas is a new Indie Rock/Synth Pop band taking the scene by storm. With fun, catchy hooks, their songs are written through a queer feminist lens - exploring meaningful themes from acceptance to...
Skatton Club
Skatton Club is a Ska and Rocksteady group founded 10 years ago in Montreal and led by seasoned saxophonist, songwriter, composer and performer André Désilets. This passionate and unifying character has worked with just about everyone in different musical styles,...