The contemporary sonic soundscape of pop music toward the end of the 2010s lent itself heavily to a sort of anti-melodicism, a particular dissonance that sprang up in the likes of queer underground artist collectives.
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On The Decks: Moustapha S.
Moustapha S., started to DJ under the alias “ASîDE” at İstanbul Pride Week parties in 2018, and performed in prominent venues of the city.
On The Decks: MS. BABY
Spinning with SIM
Nervous Horizon’s SIM is a DJ and producer based in Montreal. Having been involved in the Music industry for more than a decade he has developed great insight into what makes the Montreal techno scene one of a kind.
Sophia Bel brings alt-pop adolescence to life
When first listening to Sophia Bel’s ‘I Won’t Bite’ and ‘2 AM’, the influences of alt-pop yet sweet melodic tones from the 90s are ever-present.
Who is Sisi Superstar?
Sisi Superstar is far more than just a drag performer. Behind the signature, bold-liner is a multi-faceted talent that explores the realm of Y2k alt-rock mixed with bubblegum pop and the depth of the Tiohti:áke/Montreals queer party scene.
P2 Represents the New Generation of Virtual Musicians
Released on January 1st Lossy is the latest single from self-described post-human post-genre musician P2 or Pkilladuh. Featuring heavy production and airy synthesizers, the song gives the unmistakable feeling that you’re listening to some sort of alt ambient loading music from deep inside the metaverse.
This Is House: Live at Belvedere Mont Royal
Montreal-based non-profit This Is House presents Live @ Belvedere Mont-Royal featuring 4 Montreal-based techno and house music artists, spinning at the peak of Montreal’s most famous landmark.
Maria Domark is our CyberPunk Hyperpop Princess
One track into Maria Domark‘s debut E.P Flawless, and you get the sense that you’re about to be taken on a psychedelic sonic journey.
Tin:Ma’s Move is an Industrial Hyperpop Celebration of Personal Evolution
Toronto-based independent musician/producer Tin:Ma released their EP, Move on Dec 31 of 2021. A psychedelic trip into the awry world of left-field electronica and hyperpop, Move is a project born of pandemic struggles and a desire to move forward.