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InnerSelf's Daily Inspiration: April 3, 2025
April 3, 2025 This is Marie T. Russell, publisher of InnerSelf.com wishing you a day of tuning in to your inner gifts (today and every day). We all have unique talents and gifts. And those are usually the things that we enjoy doing the most... for artists it is creating or performing, for scientists it is research... whatever it is that brings you bliss and joy so that you lose track of time... The focus for today is: I choose to tap in to my inner power and divine gifts.
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Interview With Teens in Trouble: Finding Our Identity & the Power of Rocking Out
Coinciding with the release of her debut album ‘What’s Mine’, North Carolina’s Teens in Trouble (AKA Lizzie Killian) chats about following your ambitions, the concept of time, and the magic of sharing playlists. Stream: ‘What’s Mine’ – Teens in Trouble It gives us the impression of being alone in our bedrooms, staring helplessly at the walls while wondering what exactly it is that we’re doing with our lives.
Madrid's Hinds Return With the Addictively Energizing “Coffee”
Revisiting their origins as a duo, Spanish indie rock band Hinds return with their new single “Coffee,” a lighthearted reminder that life shouldn’t be taken too seriously. follow our Today’s Song(s) playlist Stream: “Coffee” – Hinds What are the simple things in life that give you a sense of mischievous pleasure? Things that you know that you probably shouldn’t like, because they’re unhealthy or negatively regarded, but feel so darn good?
Feature: Exploring the Haziness and Intensity of 'Nostalgia' With Feliz Final's Debut EP
Atmospheric and pensive, ‘Nostalgia’ by Feliz Final is formed around a recurring emotion that we can all relate to. Coinciding with the EP’s release, Nacho Cobián from the group breaks down the personal elements behind the tracks, as well as the process of replicating a state of mind through music.
Middle Kids Explode Through the Negativity with "Terrible News"
“Terrible News,” the latest release from Middle Kids’ upcoming third album, is a playful urge to escape the overwhelming opinions of the people around us. follow our Today’s Song(s) playlist Stream: “Terrible News” – Middle Kids Whether it’s on a societal level or purely personal, we can feel ourselves being engulfed by the negativity.
Interview: Forming Connections & Easing Anxiety With Julie Arsenault's ‘Nothing Sweeter’
Released in November last year, Canadian singer-songwriter Julie Arsenault’s second album, ‘Nothing Sweeter’, is a reassuring hug and source of empowerment for those who may be feeling alone and unheard. ‘Nothing Sweeter’ – Julie Arsenault I encourage everyone to share the things that are hardest to share instead of keeping it to themselves. I can guarantee you’re not alone.
Today’s Song: Complexities in Life Are Lightheartedly Simplified with U.S. Girls' "Futures Bet"
The lead single off their eighth album ‘Bless This Mess,’ “Futures Bet” by Toronto-based U.S. Girls is a burst of energy reassuring us about the cycle of life.
Premiere: Gabriella Rose Seeks Playful Revenge with “Because You Got Caught”
With her latest single “Because You Got Caught,” singer/songwriter Gabriella Rose puts herself in the cowboy boots of an outlaw while emphasizing the self-assured and Americana streaks of her identity. Stream: “Because You Got Caught” – Gabriella Rose It’s fun to pretend, to take aspects of our personality and morph it into something else.
Today's Song: The Childhood Innocence of Sam Singer’s “Sunny”
With his latest single “Sunny,” Canadian singer/songwriter Sam Singer explores nostalgia and transition while taking inspiration from an amiable cat. follow our Today’s Song(s) playlist Stream: “Sunny” – Sam Singer Emotions and memories are personal, usually contemplated at their fullest in periods of solitude. When we delve into sentimental moments from the past, the reality of it all becomes distorted and the people, the places, and the feelings experienced merge into a type of fantasy.
Premiere: [mila] Defeat Toxic Obstacles with Energized Debut Single “Thuong Qua Is Vietnamese For I Love You”
With their debut single “Thuong Qua Is Vietnamese For I Love You,” Boston alt-pop band [mila] emphasize the relatability of things that can seem incomprehensibly personal. “Thuong Qua Is Vietnamese For I Love You” – [mila] Whatever language we communicate in, love is universal. That’s because saying I love you isn’t just a combination of words but often a transmitting of deep emotion that can be expressed without needing to speak.
Traveling into Pearla's Imaginary Universe with Debut Album ‘Oh Glistening Onion, The Nighttime Is Coming'
Coinciding with the release of her debut album, Brooklyn singer/songwriter Pearla chats with Atwood Magazine about the power of songwriting, mixing reality and fantasy, and the satisfaction of a good night’s sleep. Stream: ‘Oh Glistening Onion, The Nighttime Is Coming’ – Pearla Six years after her first single “Somewhere” was released, the debut album by Brooklyn-based artist Pearla feels long-awaited.
Premiere: Redbud’s “Sad on the North Side” Sends Us into Summery Dreaminess
Hypnotic and softly atmospheric, “Sad on the North Side” by Austin-based group Redbud encapsulates the power of our emotions when unexpectedly falling in love. Stream: “Sad on the North Side” – Redbud Life can sometimes feel drab and sad, empty and filled with melancholy, and then maybe you will unexpectedly meet someone special who sends you floating towards the clouds in a daze.
Music Archives - Atwood Magazine
Atwood is a digital music magazine that seeks out visionary artists and fresh voices with the goal of promoting the arts. The Atwood team is made up of individuals from all over the world that are passionate about art and innovation. We aim to showcase not only incredible creation, but also the stories behind them.
Premieres Archives - Atwood Magazine
Atwood is a digital music magazine that seeks out visionary artists and fresh voices with the goal of promoting the arts. The Atwood team is made up of individuals from all over the world that are passionate about art and innovation. We aim to showcase not only incredible creation, but also the stories behind them.
Rebecca Black Fiercely Enters the Future with “Crumbs”
Rebecca Black’s fierce new single “Crumbs” delves inside the body in order to turn inner emotions into renewed assertiveness. follow our Today’s Song(s) playlist Stream: “Crumbs” – Rebecca Black How do you reinvent yourself while likely having every action judged? How do you grow up forever being linked to a period in your early adolescence where you were experimenting, having not yet found your full identity? It’s a rare situation to be in and one that could send many people into chaos.
Today’s Song: Francesca Blanchard’s “Je sais plus quoi te dire” Is a Caricatural, Playful Take on Rejection
In the video for her latest single “Je sais plus quoi te dire,” French-American singer/songwriter Francesca Blanchard plays with cinematic codes while finding the bright side of feelings of unworthiness. follow our Today’s Song(s) playlist Stream: “Je sais plus quoi te dire” – Francesca Blanchard We’ve all probably had those periods where we feel exasperated and lost for words because things aren’t going as hoped. We’re pushed away, rejected, given the impression that we aren’t good enough.
Today’s Song: The Raw Vulnerability of Dizzy's "Barking Dog"
Eerie, sombre, and personal, “Barking Dog,” the latest release by Canadian group Dizzy, is a push forward when tired of beating yourself up. follow our Today’s Song(s) playlist Stream: “Barking Dog” – Dizzy “'Barking Dog” is mostly about how we’re all just products of our youth; doomed in various ways none of us asked for,” Dizzy frontperson Katie Munshaw says of their newest single.
Interview: '60s Nostalgia, Preservation, & Projecting Identity with Julie Aubé
Following the release of her solo album ‘Contentement,’ Acadian artist Julie Aubé talks about redefining recognizable sounds of the past with a francophone touch and the importance of expressing your true self. Stream: ‘Contentement’ – Julie Aubé There is something about the 1960s and ‘70s that evokes nostalgia for people regardless of if they lived through these eras or not.
Premiere: Sara Jean Kelley Buries Past Encounters with the Ghostly “Peaceful Rest” ft. David Borné
With new song “Peaceful Rest,” Sara Jean Kelley and David Borné gently say goodbye to persistent negative emotions and move forward with life. Stream: “Peaceful Rest” – Sara Jean Kelley When thinking about the present and changes going into the future, it’s inevitable that there are things that we’d like to leave behind. Maybe these are memories, such as people and experiences, that hold too much significance thus the sadness and frustration that they bear make the moving forward challenging.
The Energy and Emotion of Laura Niquay’s ‘Waska Matisiwin’
With her second album ‘Waska Matisiwin,’ Atikamekw singer/songwriter Laura Niquay preserves her language and puts spotlight on her culture in an accessible and engaging way. Stream: ‘Waska Matisiwin’ – Laura Niquay What can we acquire from music? We can make sense of our emotions, we can discover the context behind songs that leave us inspired or with greater cultural awareness, we can become aware of different instruments/methods of production, and we can even learn languages.
Pearla's "About Hunger, About Love" Is a Pondering of Loneliness in a Not So Lonesome Way
Capturing the essence of autumn and periods of transition, “About Hunger, About Love,” the latest release by singer/songwriter Pearla, is a soothing hug if feeling lost and alone. follow our Today’s Song(s) playlist Stream: “About Hunger, About Love” – Pearla Pearla’s songs have a way of instantly grabbing at the heart, melancholic and delicate but with rushes of emotion.
Premiere: Villages’ "Love Will Live On" Emphasizes the Charm of Simple Living
With their latest single “Love Will Live On,” Nova Scotian four-piece Villages abandon the stress of everyday life to live idealistically, embracing heritage and natural landscapes at the same time. Stream: “Love Will Live On” – Villages Do you ever have that sudden urge to pack your bags and go settle somewhere far from the city? You watch your money disappear on things not that are not that necessary but that you feel are needed in order to stay on top of the action around you.
Today’s Song: Tim Bernardes Poetically Defines the Meaning of Life with “Nascer, Viver, Morrer”
With “Nascer, Viver, Morrer,” Brazilian singer/songwriter Tim Bernardes captures the essence of life in a short, flowing stream of gentle reassurance. follow our Today’s Song(s) playlist Stream: “Nascer, Viver, Morrer” – Tim Bernardes The acknowledgement of living can pass by in a second. The sweetness can be taken for granted and we never really appreciate the small moments.
Francesca Blanchard’s “Loon Song” is the Sizzling Utopia of Summer
With her latest single and video “Loon Song”, singer-songwriter Francesca Blanchard emphasizes the sense of revitalization felt when camping in the wilderness. Stream: “Loon Song” – Francesca Blanchard When taking a trip to the wildness, a green, fresh and secluded place far from the city, one has the impression that there aren’t a lot of sounds or that those around- the insects, the birds, the trees in the breeze- are in no way overpowering.
Premiere: “The Rat” Leads Us into the Mysterious Universe of Plain Mister Smith
Peculiar but inviting, Plain Mister Smith’s “The Rat” featuring Jordan Klassen further introduces us to the artist while putting spotlight on the complex nature of make-believe. “The Rat” – Plain Mister Smith ft. Jordan Klassen Why be yourself when you can take on the persona of someone or something else? You can get up in the morning and glance at your face and body in the mirror but instead of the conventional you looking back, your imagination takes over.
Premier: “The Rat” Leads us Into the Mysterious Universe of Plain Mister Smith
Peculiar but inviting, Plain Mister Smith’s “The Rat” featuring Jordan Klassen further introduces us to the artist while putting spotlight on the complex nature of make-believe. “The Rat” – Plain Mister Smith featuring Jordan Klassen Why be yourself when you can take on the persona of someone or something else? You can get up in the morning and glance at your face and body in the mirror but instead of the conventional you looking back, your imagination takes over.
Premiere: B-ahwe’s “Circles” Sends Us Drifting in the Whirlpool of Life
Stuck in the loop of a negative past and hopeful future, “Circles” by B-ahwe is a laid-back and gentle remedy for overcoming stressful times. Stream: “Circles” – B-ahwe We want life to be this linear route where we just keep pushing forward and once something has ended we don’t have to deal with it again, but we have to see life in cycles. Taking emotions and translating them into sensory and abstract forms is something that comes naturally to artists.
Interview with Allie Crow Buckley: Magic, Nature, and Adventuring in Italy
Ahead of the release of her debut album, ‘Moonlit and Devious,’ Allie Crow Buckley talks about evolving, mythology, and recreating experiences through music. Stream: “Nothing Sacred” – Allie Crow Buckley We stayed in this town that was literally carved on the side of a mountain and it was so heavy there, the energy was so thick with all of this history, so it was really incredible. A lot of the record sounds like what it felt like there to me which I was very so amazed about.
Hunter debuts the PLAY Clog Collection
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Interview with Baio: Developing a Voice & Spreading Joy Amidst an Apocalypse
Vampire Weekend bassist Chris Baio gives an insight into his latest solo album ‘Dead Hand Control,’ growing as an artist, and having fun with songwriting. •• •• Stream: ‘Dead Hand Control’ – Baio I think it’s a hopeful romantic record ultimately. I hope that it happens to be timed with a kinder era, and a safer era too! Like all art, often music is just a form of lighthearted relief, whether it’s an approach to the creation or the optimism dispersed with the sound.
Album Premiere: Reinventing Traditional Folk Tales with Rosier's Debut ‘Légèrement’
With their latest album ‘Légèrement’, Montreal-based band Rosier take the traditions of Québécois folk and sweetly revitalize it for a modern day setting. Stream: ‘Légèrement’ – Rosier OXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX The opening track on the latest album by Rosier is a recreation of a traditional folk song, something that is instantly felt with the whirling sparseness and flowing repetition.
Interview with Buck Meek: Summery Naturalness and the Comfort of Imagination
Coinciding with the release of his second solo album ‘Two Saviors’, Buck Meek gives an insight into his methods of storytelling, spreading authenticity, and recording in a house with the presence of ghosts. •• •• Stream: ‘Two Saviors’ – Buck Meek Some styles of music have distinctive qualities that immediately transport us to vivid places.
Review: Seeking Guidance with Sufjan Stevens’ 'The Ascension'
Inquisitive, chaotic, and immersive, ‘The Ascension’ is Sufjan Stevens reflecting society while forming personal connections at the same time. •• •• •• •• Listen: ‘The Ascension’ – Sufjan Stevens As 2020 comes to a close, there are likely two things at the forefront of our approach to the world: faith and disgust. Faith in the passing of time that things will naturally get better or faith in the people who are contributing positively to society.
Interview with La Femme: Travel, Experimentation, & Collaboration
French band La Femme continue to take listeners on hypnotic journeys while bringing in new influences along the way on new songs “Disconnexion,” “Cool Colorado,” and “Paradigme” off their upcoming third album. •• •• Stream: “Disconnexion” – La Femme Some artists make albums with strategically thought out track listings, ensuring that the overall result has a cohesive narrative that the listener is drawn into.
Today's Song: William Harries Graham’s “Confidant” Is a Light Skip Through Concepts of Love
Taken from his upcoming EP ‘St.Claire,’ “Confidant” by William Harries Graham is a sunny, simple musing on what it means to be falling in love. follow our Today’s Song(s) playlist Stream: “Confidant” – William Harries Graham To fall in love: it’s a combination of words that just rolls off the tongue, never really thought about but acknowledged as being a beautiful thing. But ‘to fall’ is generally negative, being unexpected, out of control, and often leading to pain.
Interview: The Brazilian Warmth and Playful Escapism of Laure Briard’s “Eu Voo”
Taken from her upcoming EP of the same name, “Eu Voo” by French singer/songwriter Laure Briard is positivity delivered by way of Brazil. — — Stream: “Eu Voo” – Laure Briard Ambiances are created through familiarity, associations charging to the senses and causing us to react and think in certain ways. It’s like that with style, with decor, with music, whether it be stereotypes, traditions, or zeitgeist. French singer-songwriter Laure Briard is pretty accomplished at transporting listeners.
Norwegian Rapper Musti’s Debut ‘Qoyskayga’ Is an Energized Exploration of Identity
With her debut album ‘Qoyskayga,’ Norwegian rapper Musti embraces her blend of cultures while giving a universal lesson in how to stay true to yourself. Stream: ‘Qoyskayga’ – Musti Somali-Norwegian artist Musti has instantly garnered attention, performing at Oslo’s Øya Festival last year before having even released a single. With her debut album Qoyskayga (released October 30) intrigue is a continuing factor. Her rapping in Norwegian feels fresh.
Transition & Light in the Darkness: An Interview with Meg Myers
With Meg Myers’ two EPs, ‘Thank U 4 Taking Me 2 The Disco’ and ‘I’d Like 2 Go Home Now’, anger, sparkly energy, and intimacy are markers of the past leading to self-discovery. Stream: “Any Way You Wanna Love” – Meg Myers For the songs on Meg Myers’ two newly released EPs, I’d Like 2 Go Home Now and Thank U 4 Taking Me 2 The Disco (released November 13) a mood is instantly set. It’s one that feels suited to the onset of winter, when the clocks have been put back and the days are getting shorter.
TikTok, The Music Industry, and Self-Producing: An Interview with Avenue Beat
Following the success of “F2020”, Nashville-based trio Avenue Beat talk about their musical relationship with social media and doing things totally DIY. Stream: “F2020” – Avenue Beat Avenue Beat are just three great friends, Sami Bearden, Savana Santos, and Sam Backoff, making music that doesn’t take itself too seriously. Their debut self-titled EP is a burst of sunniness, Taylor Swift-style popiness set to lighthearted yet motivational lyrics.
Today's Song: Charlotte Cardin Keeps Things Sensual & Self-Assured with "Passive Aggressive"
A breakup anthem delivered sleekly and composed, “Passive Aggressive” is Charlotte Cardin expanding her sound while maintaining the familiar mood. follow our Today’s Song(s) playlist Listen: “Passive Aggressive” – Charlotte Cardin Even though Charlotte Cardin is yet to release an album, she feels like an established force in the music industry.
Today’s Song: Hiroki Tanaka’s “Bare Hallways” Is a Gently Haunting Account of Life as a Caregiver
Inspired by Japanese folk songs, hymns, and his time as a caregiver for his grandmother, Hiroki Tanaka turns the deeply personal into a shared experience with “Bare Hallways” follow our Today’s Song(s) playlist Stream: “Bare Hallways” – Hiroki Tanaka The work of a caregiver often goes under-appreciated.
Linaire Arrives Fully-Formed on Self-Titled Debut
Published Oct 08, 2020 7 Linaire is the new solo project of Anna Atkinson, a Montreal-based singer, composer, and multi-instrumentalist. Her self-titled debut album, intended as a state of reflection for dealing with complex emotions, is powered by vocals that echo and swirl atop atmospheric and at times sparse instrumentation.
Interview with Bright Eyes: Forming Emotion Through Atmosphere
Following the release of ‘Down in The Weeds, Where The World Once Was’, Bright Eyes chat to Atwood Magazine about the relationship between lyrics and sound as well as forming a connection with listeners. — — Since Letting off the Happiness in 1998, the intros of Bright Eyes records have followed a similar ambience: Monologues and soundscapes that are a little weird, slightly psychedelic, and at times unsettling.
Nicolas Michaux’s ‘Amour Colère’ Is a Summing Up of Life in All Its Varied Ways
With its multiple influences and approach to language, the latest album by Belgium-born Nicolas Michaux is a colourful depiction of life’s realities. Stream: “Harvesters” – Nicolas Michaux Amour Colère, the newest album by Belgium-born, Denmark-based artist Nicolas Michaux (released 25 September), is an album that covers multiple ground but keeps you moving at a light, steady pace. The topics are heavy, dealing with all aspects of life, but they’re delivered with a skip in their step.
EP Premiere: Flora Hibberd's ‘Archipelago’ Intertwines Love with Ghostly Romanticised Landscapes
‘Archipelago’, the latest collection of songs by British-born, Paris-Based Flora Hibberd is filled with drama but poetically gentle, the fragments of past love reimagined in the atmosphere of eery nature. Stream: ‘Archipelago’ – Flora Hibberd Flora Hibberd only has one EP to her name (The Absentee EP released in November last year) but she already has an instantly recognizable aura: a luscious darkness and vocal richness with lyrics that flow like poetry.
Questioning Loneliness & Transition: A Conversation with Fenne Lily
Bristol-based singer/songwriter Fenne Lily chats to Atwood Magazine about her sophomore album ‘BREACH’, relationships, and the many forms of isolation. — — Singer/songwriter Fenne Lily’s music is the recognizably soft melancholic kind, with vocals like a trailing whisper and downbeat electric guitars.
‘Down in the Weeds, Where the World Once Was’ Is Just Bright Eyes Doing What They Do Best
Drawing upon loss and love, gloominess and life’s previous moments, Bright Eyes’ ‘Down in the Weeds, Where the World Once Was’ is comfortingly familiar but refreshing too.
Corridor's Jonathan Personne Mines Decades of Rock History on Solo Album 'Disparitions'
Published Aug 28, 2020 7 There is a distinctive style that circulates the work of Jonathan Personne. Known as the frontman of Montreal's Corridor, his music is submerged in an '80s pop punk gloominess with echoing vocals and luscious melancholy. Disparitions, Personne's second solo album, follows in the same vein but with enough variation and textures that the listener is taken on a journey. "Springsteen," the lead single, has a toe-tapping ambience mixed with the general lo-fi sound.
The Blam Blams Embrace Theatricality, Excessive Rock, & Storytelling with Debut Record ‘Opening Night’
A concept album exploring sexuality and anxiety, The Blam Blams’ debut album ‘Opening Night’ is an animated blast of the familiar. — Stream: “Throwaway Lines” – The Blam Blams Sometimes the best way to come to terms with something is by turning it into a show. Putting on a performance allows us to express ourselves while also hiding behind a mask, releasing emotions while not revealing our true self. But even when not behind a mask, a show can be put on.
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