Keep up to date with your favourite musicians and hit the right notes with fellow music lovers by reading "This Week in Music." This weekly summary will keep you up to date on some happenings in the industry, from newsworthy headlines and new releases, as well as offering up some recommendations for your playlist and local bands or shows you need to catch.
News to note
Neil Young announces reunion with Crazy Horse
On Tuesday it was announced Canadian legend, Neil Young would reunite with members of Crazy Horse for two shows at the Warnors Theater in Fresno, California on May 1 and 2. The announcement was made through Young’s website.
Though not all members have confirmed their return, Nils Lofgren announced via Twitter that he would be.
The great news is I am jumping back in with #CrazyHorse @Neilyoung I will be there . Beyond honored. Nothing like playing with old friends. A friend just reminded me, at this age you can’t coast. https://t.co/JO9CZZFzi5
— Nils Lofgren (@nilslofgren) April 24, 2018
Yodel Kid drops his first official single
After a video of Mason Ramsey yodeling in Walmart went viral, the youngin’ has become a sensation. After opening famous festival Coachella and a visit with Ellen, Ramsey is now well on his way to stealing the hearts of fans in every nook of the world.
His new single “Famous” was released on April 26 on streaming sites, along with a music video on his Youtube page.
Newly Released
beerbongs & bentleys
After the success of 2016’s Stoney, Hip-Hop artist Post Malone is back with his sophomore Album. beerbongs & bentleys features some big names like Ty Dolla $ign, G Eazy and Nicki Minaj. The new, 18 song record hears tales of the peaks and valleys of the young star's career so far.
Dirty Computer
Janelle Monae returns with a soulful R&B record! Filled to the brim with a variety of dance-inducing songs like “Make Me Feel”, this album is sure to provide many jams for your summer 2018 playlist.
Local Spotlight
This week we spotlight local group, Yard Sale. Doing their part to keep Pop Punk thriving, Yard Sale features fuzz ridden guitar, hard-hitting drums, and gasoline soaked vocals all the while still being melodic.
Influenced by groups like The Story So Far and Trophy Eyes, it isn’t hard to picture this group conquering the Warped Tour stage (if the was ever a reboot). Their live shows are energetic, exciting and infectious, prompting all who hear to revert back to their former angsty-teenage selves and thrash away their problems.
Photo Credit: Yard Sale
Yard Sale is set to play Muninn's Post May 5, 2018 with local group BL00M. Their latest single "Coffee Run" dropped on April 27, with a new EP set to follow. Keep up with them on Facebook, or listen to more of their music on Bandcamp.
Upcoming shows in Kelowna
Thursday, May 3, 2018
James & The North Shore w/ Kendall Wright Kinnear at Record City – 6 p.m.
Tricia Dalgleish at the Rotary Centre for the Arts – 7:15 p.m.
Friday, May 4, 2018
Southern Belles at MTL – 7 p.m.
Stickybuds with Galactic Hobos and Bright Idea at Sapphire – 10 p.m.
Ancient Engines & The Carbons at Milkcrate Records – 7 p.m.
Saturday, May 5, 2018
Shut up Patrick & Sugar Coated Killers at Fernando’s – 9 p.m.
Leisure Club with Windmills at the Habitat – 9 p.m.
BL00M with Yard Sale and Iron Skies at Muninn's Post – 8 p.m.
Recommendation
Everything All the Time by Band of Horses
Genre: Alternative
This has been one of my favourite albums this year, even though it is 12 years old. The easy-going nature of practically all the songs make it ideal to listen to when you just need to unwind. The lyricism can weigh heavy on the heart but the dreamy musicality works to keep emotions in check.
My top 3 from the album: “I Go to the Barn Because I Like The,” “Our Swords,” and “The Funeral.”
It’s been a busy week for music buffs, if there was something exciting you know about but wasn't mentioned, let me know! Send an email with all your music ideas to savannah@kelownanow.com
