Alternative Rock | Crucial Rhythm 2/15

Singer passionately performing on stage with purple lighting. Spotlights and drums in background, creating a vibrant, energetic atmosphere.

VHS(X) Tour: X Ambassadors and Delacey - Los Angeles, CA

On September 5, 2025, X Ambassadors brought their VHS(X) tour to The Wiltern in LA, with special guest Delacey opening the night.

Juri Kim

Sep 11

Red butterfly silhouette against a white background, appearing abstract and artistic. The mood is calm and expressive.

Beauty School Dropout - WHERE DID ALL THE BUTTERFLIES GO?

LA-based rockers Beauty School Dropout have released their highly anticipated debut album, WHERE DID ALL THE BUTTERFLIES GO?

Samuel Stevens

Sep 4

The Free Label performing at this year's CEBL Championship weekend street festival in Winnipeg.

CEBL CW25 Street Festival - Night 1: The Free Label, Snackie & Courtney Fox, and Jérémie & The Delicious Hounds - Winnipeg, MB

On August 22, 2025, as part of the CEBL Championship Weekend, The Free Label, Snackie & Courtney Fox, and Jérémie & The Delicious Hounds performed at the CW25 Street Festival.

Samuel Stevens

Sep 2

Overlapping images of a man in a dim room with sunlight. Text reads "the loneliest place I've ever been." Mood appears introspective.

Have Mercy - the loneliest place i've ever been

Alt-rockers Have Mercy are back with their sixth studio album, the loneliest place i've ever been, out August 29, 2025, via Rude Records.

Samuel Stevens

Aug 28

The Glorious Sons performing at this years Burt Block Party.

Burt Block Party 2025: The Glorious Sons, Everclear, JJ Wilde, and The Ripperz

The third night of the year's Burt Block Party saw performances by The Glorious Sons, Everclear, JJ Wilde, and The Ripperz.

Samuel Stevens

Aug 28

A person stands alone on a dark street under a streetlight. Text reads "VHS" and "X Ambassadors." The mood is mysterious and solitary.

X Ambassadors - VHS(X)

X Ambassadors have recorded their massive debut album, VHS, which will be released on August 29, 2025.

Samuel Stevens

Aug 27

Winnipeg rock band Neighbourhood Andy performing at the Canada Life Centre before the Winnipeg Sea Bears game.

Neighbourhood Andy Live at the Winnipeg Sea Bears

On August 8, 2025, before the Winnipeg Sea Bears took on the Brampton Honey Badgers, local rock band Neighbourhood Andy performed.

Samuel Stevens

Aug 23

Hundred Mile High Tour: Cameron Whitcomb and The Shindigs - Winnipeg, MB

On August 2, 2025, Cameron Whitcomb made his way to Winnipeg's Burton Cummings Theatre with special guests The Shindigs.

Samuel Stevens

Aug 13

The four members of alt-grunge band Return to Dust lying on the ground, heads together in a circle, looking upward. The image has a greenish-yellow tint with a relaxed mood.

Return to Dust Have Released Their New EP 'Speak Like the Dead'

Alt-grunge rock band Return to Dust talks about their new EP, Speak Like the Dead, which was released on August 1, 2025, via Republic Records.

Sabrina Shahryar

Aug 11

Kami Kahoe's face in shadow, illuminated by blue light, looking up in contemplation. Dark background enhances the mysterious mood.

Kami Kehoe - Kandy EP

Kami Kahoe is back with her brand new EP, Kandy, out July 25, 2025, via Atlantic Records, Coup D'Etat Recordings, and 10K Projects.

Samuel Stevens

Jul 22

Pleasure Pill plays guitars outdoors near a house, with one person standing apart. Clear blue sky. The text "pleasure pill" is visible.

Pleasure Pill - Hang A Star

Indie rock band Pleasure Pill have readied their debut album, Hang a Star, for release on June 27, 2025.

Samuel Stevens

Jun 26

Three Days Grace's Adam Gontier and Matt Walster performing on stage in dynamic poses, microphone in hand, with drums and a bassist in the background. Energetic vibe.

Three Days Grace, Volbeat, and Wage War - Winnipeg, MB

On June 13, 2025, Three Days Grace, Volbeat, and Wage War took to the Canada Life Centre stage in Winnipeg for a thrilling evening of rock and metal music.

Samuel Stevens

Jun 16

The 5 band members of Your Favorite Colour in dark attire stand in an alley. One smokes a cigarette. A sign on the wall reads "PRIVATE PROPERTY." Mood is casual, edgy.

Interview With Your Favorite Color

Huntington Beach indie rock outfit Your Favorite Color answers some questions pertaining to their latest singles "Less In Love" and "Forever," the past, present, and future of the band, and everything in between.

Samuel Stevens

Jun 13

Three people in white outfits hold boomboxes. One wears a robot helmet and holds a sign: "GRAMMY AWARD WINNING ARTIST, PLEASE SPARE SOME CHANGE."

The Messenger Birds - GRAMMY AWARD WINNING ALBUM IT'S ALL A BLUR

The Messenger Birds will release their new EP, GRAMMY AWARD WINNING ALBUM IT'S ALL A BLUR, on June 13, 2025.

Samuel Stevens

Jun 9

The Blue Stones performing in front of a completely sold out show at the Park Theatre.

Metro North American Tour: The Blue Stones and The Darcys - Winnipeg Night Two

On May 29, 2025, The Park Theatre in Winnipeg played host to a powerhouse night of Canadian rock as The Blue Stones wrapped up a two-night stand with support from The Darcys.

Samuel Stevens

Jun 4

The Blue Stones waving goodbye to the Winnipeg audience on the first night of two at the Park Theatre.

Metro North American Tour: The Blue Stones and The Darcys - Winnipeg Night One

On May 28, 2025, The Park Theatre in Winnipeg played host to a powerhouse night of Canadian rock as The Blue Stones kicked off a two-night stand with support from The Darcys.

Samuel Stevens

Jun 1

Silhouetted performer on stage with red lights, drums, keyboards, and guitars. Geometric neon sign glows in the background, creating a dynamic concert atmosphere.

Thanks For Coming Tour: Rainbow Kitten Surprise and New Translations - Winnipeg, MB

On May 14, 2025, Rainbow Kitten Surprise brought their long-awaited Thanks For Coming Tour to the Burton Cummings Theatre in Winnipeg.

Samuel Stevens

May 20

FRANK with short hair in deep shadows gazes upward. The dark setting creates a mysterious and introspective mood.

FRANK - My Darkness Is Not Pitch Black EP

Indianapolis-based artist FRANK has entered the scene with her bold debut EP, My Darkeness Is Not Pitch Black, out now via Absorb.

Samuel Stevens

May 18

Rainey Qualley with long hair wears a reflective crown against a sunny background. Red design elements and text "Horse" are present, creating a mystical mood.

Rainsford Returns With New Single "Horse"

Rainsford, aka Rainey Qualley, returns with her latest single, “Horse,” a first taste from her debut album due later this year on Sparta Distribution.

Crucial Rhythm

May 17

White leaves and fruit in a cyanotype style on blue background. Text reads "farmer's wife" and "faint illusion." Dreamy, ethereal mood.

Farmer's Wife - Faint Illusions EP

Farmer's Wife is back with their latest EP, Faint Illusions, out May 15, 2025.

Samuel Stevens

May 12

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