Tag: local music

just fine is a soft alt-rock band from Ottawa, ON with a very misleading name. They are commonly described as “more than just fine” (or “the nickel back of Ottawa” by some die-hard fans)

It’s April of 2023, and the Ottawa music scene, teeming with life and zeal, is ramping up for a summer that local music enthusiasts will not forget. Among the talented bands leading the charge is a long-time, beloved Ottawa contributor: Growing Fires. 

F!TH is a 5 piece hard rock group from Ottawa and just released their debut self-titled EP

Noise Hotel released their debut single, Tea For One, earlier this year, after almost a full year of playing shows and gaining a following in the Ottawa music scene.
To follow that up Noise hotel is now releasing their second single Caroline, available March 24.

Give three cheers and crack two beers everyone, it’s time for the brand new EP from Ottawa indie rockers, Dart Trees: “Consider Two Beers”.

Started in February 2022 OK Naledi is the newest project for Ottawa Musician Naledi Sunstrum. Teaching themselves how to play guitar, Sunstrum originally produced acoustic folk music, under their English name, Kimberly Sunstrum.

Il Vicolo’s infamous outdoor patio was closed- reserved for quick smoke breaks, and drawing attendants inside. A narrow front room with homey accents and a long stretch of wooden bar marks the first room of this multi-level locale.

With the arrival of the new year, the Ottawa music scene has opened its arms wide to local talent in the form of fresh faces and original sounds. Among Ottawa’s newest musical additions is the upcoming alternative band, The Kaladars. 

F!TH is the latest hard rock 5-piece band to break into the Ottawa scene with their debut single “DEAD” and they are coming out swinging with no remorse.

So we must ask ourselves, “How does Ottawa top 2022?”

Let’s plunge into our scene and get to know a few Artists we are excited to see & hear from in 2023!