While I’ve had a great time showcasing a ton of great acts from around the lower mainland, there’s still so many more that deserve some recognition too! Allow me to introduce you to a few more bands I think you should check out!

The Zolas

This indie-pop band has been rocking out tunes since 2009 but didn’t really catch traction until around 2016 when they released their third album, Swooner. It features my two favourite songs from them, Molotov Girls and Swooner. This year has been big for them too as they’ve released four singles and one two-song EP. The latest offering, I Feel the Transition, released earlier this month.

We Hunt Buffalo

These guys deliver one of the grimiest feeling kinds of rock you could imagine. It sounds like a group of dudes just got together one day and started going HARD on some instruments in a garage. If I had to make a comparison, I would say they sound like a slightly harder version of early 2000s The Black Keys. They eminate the same fuzzy vintage energy but with a darker tone.

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Goodwood Atoms

This is quite a departure from We Hunt Buffalo but we like variety here. This band has a much more laid back folk sound with hints of electronica interlaced. They have a very dreamy sound similar to the likes of The Velveteines. They’ve been fairly quiet only releasing four short EPs and completely dormant since about 2017. Let’s bring these guys back!

Scenic Route To Alaska

Ok, as “small” bands go these guys are definitely my favourites. I’ve seen them play four times, met them, gotten their autographs, the whole nine yards. They never cease to amaze me. Whenever someone asks for music recommendations they’re my go-to pick. They make the most upbeat and singable indie rock that you can’t help but smile and sing along to. They’ve released four full length albums with another one on the way. Here’s their latest song Polarized.

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Good Nature

I have to admit, I’m a bit biased with this pick. One of my friends plays trumpet for this band so I promote them whenever I get the chance! They actually have a super unique sound though, one I’ve not heard very frequently. The best way I can describe it is punk meets jazz with an indie rock twist. Even though they only have one EP and a few singles I always find myself going back to their songs. And even if my friend wasn’t in the band I’d still think they were awesome. I can’t wait for them to put out more tunes.

I hope you’ll find some new local/Canadian tunes to jam out to from my suggestions! Give them a listen and let us know what you think!