THE LOCALIST: JULY 2025

SIN COLA-demo 2025 (Demo)

Release Date: Jun. 30, 2025

City: Kitchener 

Genre:Emo Folk

The sophomore demo release from SIN COLA is a compelling two-track installment featuring only vocals, acoustic guitar and the soft buzz of ambient noise filling the background. The recordings immediately establish a warm lo-fi charm that pairs thoughtfully alongside the intimate lyricism and delicate vocal delivery of Nicolas Couture.  

SOFTCULT— Naive (SINGLE) 

Release Date: Jul. 9, 2025

City: Kitchener 

Genre: Grunge, Shoegaze

Softcult is a powerful duo consisting of twins Phoenix and Mercedes Arn-Horn. Their newest single, “Naive,” precedes their forthcoming debut full-length album [title?]. The track is an emotional rollercoaster that which tackles themes of innocence and broken trust. The band carefully balances hazy shoegaze riffs with ethereal vocals and mindful instrumental reprieves to help convey their lyrical intentions.  

SHRIEKING— demo (Demo)

Release Date: Jul. 14, 2025

City: Kitchener 

Genre: Electronic, Hyperpop

Inspired by the local music scene and motivated by the goal to publicly release music for the first time, Shrieking’s debut demo includes features two instrumental electronic beats that are songs with abrasive, electrifying and chaotic electronic beats. Self-proclaimed as hardcore grimy hyperpop, Shrieking is currently working on an EP that will include vocals to help fulfill their broader musical vision. 

AVRO ARROWS— It’s Easy//Moving Fast (SINGLE) 

Release Date: Jul. 18, 2025

City: Waterloo 

Genre: Indie Rock, Power Pop 

Having brought their brand of power- pop- inspired indie rock to the Waterloo Region for just over a year now, Avro Arrows have finally delivered their debut recordings with the songs “It’s Easy” and “Moving Fast.” The clean and well-polished production compleiments the bright guitars and catchy choruses that are at the forefront of these upbeat power rock anthems.  

SYDNEY JONES—NOT MY PEOPLE (Single) 

Release Date: Jul. 24, 2025  

City: Kitchener 

Genre: Folk

Sydney Jones is a heartfelt singer-songwriter and is accompanied by Rob Szabo and Ben Rollo on her newest song “Not My People,” which is a sentimental exploration of the experience of outgrowing yourself and the people around you. Jones appears more comfortable than ever in her sound—exhibiting a careful blend of pop, indie and folk influences.  

Album artwork sourced from Bandcamp. 

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THE LOCALIST: JUNE 2025 WRAP UP

I, THE MOUNTAIN-PRIMROSE (SINGLE) 

Release Date: May 30, 2025

City: Kitchener 

Genre: Indie Folk, Pop

Primrose is the first installment of an upcoming EP slated for later this year that was assembled over the course of the last six months.
The catchy singalongs, four-part harmonies and overall grittier sound on the track feel simultaneously like a continuation of what I, The Mountain fans have come to expect while explicitly establishing a fresh and exciting direction for the band.

NATE SAVOY— WILD ROSES(SINGLE) 

Release Date: June 6, 2025

City: Waterloo 

Genre: Folk

The vocalist and guitarist of local indie rock outfit Avro Arrows, Nate Savoy, has taken his first steps towards exploring a self-titled project with his debut single “Wild Roses.” Savoy’s storytelling is heartfelt and emotionally gripping, featuring vocals, piano and acoustic guitar that are all reminiscent of familiar folk classics. The song culminates with an unexpected yet welcome harmonica solo.. 

CAPRICE SOLEIL— F&F (SINGLE)

Release Date: June 11, 2025

City: Waterloo 

Genre: Hip-hop

Caprice Soleil, also known as ONE16GOAT, continues to expand his experimental genre-defying sound with his fifth single of 2025.
F&F, an abbreviation of ‘forgive-and-forget,’ is the thematic focus of the song which highlights somber lyricism paired comfortably alongside dark and intense electronic hip-hop instrumentation.

MASON SMYTH & JEREMY CAR— PAINTING FLOWERS (SINGLE) 

Release Date: June 27, 2025

City: Kitchener 

Genre: Pop 

Since beginning their musical partnership, Mason Smyth and Jeremy Car have covered significant musical ground across their discography. Their newest release is an infectious foray into bossa nova- inspired pop and is a captivating listen from beginning to end. The lyrics read, “there’s a million simple things that bring me joy in June”—and Painting Flowers is one of them.

MILHOWSE—E IS FOR EXISTENTIAL CRISIS (LP) 

Release Date: June 27, 2025 

City: Kitchener 

Genre: Pop Punk

Having spent the last several years playing live gigs across the Waterloo Region, Milhowse have finally delivered their hard-hitting debut album. The album sees the band continue to delve into themes of heartbreak and existentialism, finding inspiration from bands like blink-182 and Modern Baseball. Jam-packed full of early 2000s pop punk angst, this is the perfect soundtrack for high school hallways or suburban backyards.

Album artwork sourced from Bandcamp. 

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