We're in a leap year, which means we have an extra day in February to discover new songs. Here are ten that caught our attention.
The weatherBrigitte Boisjoli
Brigitte Boisjoli Photo by Bruno Petrozza provided by Torpille
(CB) – Like Miley Cyrus with Flowers, Brigitte Boisjoli sings to an ex (real or fictional?) that she will manage to live well without him. It's less sloppy than Miley, but if you like the unique voice of our national voice, Brigitte, don't deny your pleasure.
die in heaven, The Devadates
Photo of Les Dévadés provided by Des Ruisseaux communication
(SEN) – If the group The Cure sang in French, they would definitely sound like Les Dévadés. The duo consisting of Luc De Larochellière and Éric Goulet offers a new wave piece that takes us back to the era of synthesizers, emerging music and pop and gothic influences. Yummy!
Île d'Orléans, Simon Kearney
Simon Kearney Photo Archive Pascal Huot/Agence QMI
(AC) – This song will perfectly accompany your long and quiet car rides by the water. With his voice and a few acoustic notes, Simon Kearney will make you nostalgic for your moments on the Île d'Orléans, even if you've never set foot there.
The big meetingFanny Bloom
Fanny Bloom Photo Archive Thierry Laforce/Agence QMI
(MP) – If children allowed themselves “a taste of a blooming and sweet world”? In her song “Le grand rendez-vous”, written as part of the Culture Days, Fanny Bloom calls on young people to take care of the earth, which “will give us back thousands of times”. After a version with the Montreal Symphony Orchestra, the artist presents the piece with a more poppy touch.
Blueberry IslandBibi Club
Bibi Club Photo Manoushka Larouche provided by Secret City Records
(CB) – New wave influences remain at the heart of Bibi Club's artistic approach on this new release, which arrives less than 18 months after the release of a remarkable first album. Caution: Dependence increases with use.
Decisions, The Franklin Electric
The Franklin Electric photo from Jonathan Julien's archives, provided by the Cigale Festival
(SEN) – Jon Matte returns to us with a new work that we fall in love with after the first listen. We love their unique voice, the sensitive lyrics that encourage introspection, and the gentleness that radiates from them.
Good problem, Clay and Friends with Pierre Kwenders
Clay and Friends Photo Archive Marcel Tremblay/Agence QMI
(AC) – This exotic sound with hints of folk and reggae is sure to warm hearts before the arrival of spring. Clay and Friends, a group that will release a new album in the coming weeks, has managed to brilliantly combine its avant-garde style with the gentle and gentle voice of Pierre Kwenders.
Change our livesRau_Ze
Rau_Ze Photo provided by Six Media Marketing
(MP) – The latest excerpt from the debut album Virer nos vies will be released on March 29th. The title track addresses the effects of addiction and mental health issues against the backdrop of neo-soul. A powerful piece that sets the course for the Francoouvertes' winning duo in 2022.
MadonnaVirginie B
Virginie B Photo Andy Jon provided by Bonsound
(CB) – Who is Virginie B? What is Hyperpop? So many questions that begin to find answers when listening to this confusing title, the work of a creator who clearly thinks outside the box. A must for brave minds.
For the living, Elliot Maginot
Elliot Maginot photo archive provided by Karine Ruel
(SEN) – From the first notes of this piece, with its sad lyrics but a very catchy melody that combines violin and children's screams, you have the impression of entering the pub of a small Irish village. What can we say about Elliot Maginot's incomparable voice!