In The Spotlight

Willem James Cowan – “Not For You, Not For Us”

Based in London, Ontario, this Canadian folk singer and songwriter got introduced to The Ramones by his dad aged 6, which sparked a passion for songwriting. He went on to study Music Industry Arts and Audio Post Production at Fanshawe College, giving him the tools to release his music independently. He’s since played festivals like NXNE and the Live From The Rock Folk Festival. Inspired by Joni Mitchell, Elliott Smith and Sufjan Stevens, he debuted with his EP “Friends Of The Cove” in 2018.

Capturing the mutual understanding that a relationship has run its course and their paths no longer align, his new single follows the journey of starting over. Taken from his upcoming album “What Should Happen Next?”, expected September 18th, this song combines lush folk with a touch of Americana. Built with atmospheric acoustic guitars, a driving rhythm and a melancholic pedal steel guitar, it’s his intimate storytelling vocals that take us from breakup sadness to hopefulness.

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Music History

Mandy Smith – “Positive Reaction”

From her album “Mandy” (1988):

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New Music

Leon Bridges – “Talk It Over”

From his upcoming album “Happiness Anytime”, to be released in 25 September 2026:

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In The Spotlight

Chez Kane – “One Day (Is All That It Takes)”

Hailing from South-Wales, this British singer-songwriter grew up in a family of musicians, with her dad, aunt and grandparents all involved in music or singing. Being raised on vintage melodic rock like Def Leppard influenced her current sound. She first formed the rock band Kane’d with her sisters Steph and Stacey. Since going solo she’s played festivals like Sweden Rock and the Maid Of Stone Festival. Inspired by Pat Benatar, Heart and Whitesnake, she debuted with “Too Late For Love” in 2021.

Exploring how quickly love can spark and change your life, her new single shows that you don’t always need months or even years — a single day can turn strangers into lovers. Radiating a glittering neon glow, this song is an emotional, 80s-dipped power ballad that blends melodic rock and AOR. Anchored around a shimmering synth, it’s completed with slick electric guitars and a smooth retro sax. And with her powerhouse vocals, this vintage groove is a sonic trip back in time.

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Music History

Earth, Wind & Fire – “Star”

From their album “I Am” (1979):

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New Music

Dani Offline – “Reasons”

From her upcoming album “Lover’s Discourse”, to be released autumn 2026:

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