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Listen to “PLEASE” by cleopatrick
cleopatrick is back with “PLEASE,” a mesmerizing track that explores the tension between individuality and belonging, ahead of their sophomore album FAKE MOON dropping March 14. Listen to the track and watch the cinematic video here.
Killswitch Engage Unveil New Single "I Believe" Ahead of Upcoming Album ‘This Consequence’
Killswitch Engage is back with an empowering new single, “I Believe,” offering a message of resilience and hope ahead of their highly anticipated album This Consequence dropping February 21. Watch the inspiring music video and get all the details on their upcoming tour!
Marshall Unveils Exciting New Products at NAMM 2025
Marshall amps just got a game-changing upgrade! Discover the new Modified Series, Studio 900 amps, and overdrive pedals unveiled at NAMM 2025—offering fresh ways to experience the legendary Marshall sound.
Listen to “Like cleopatra” by Babe Rainbow
Babe Rainbow returns with “Like Cleopatra,” a funky, sun-soaked preview of their upcoming album Slipper imp and shakaerator, out April 4th. The psych-rock trio captures dreamy, laid-back vibes while exploring their most homegrown sound yet.
Coheed and Cambria Announce Co-Headline Tour with Taking Back Sunday, Drop New Single "Someone Who Can"
Coheed and Cambria have dropped their most accessible single yet, "Someone Who Can," alongside a nostalgic music video and exciting news of a co-headline summer tour with Taking Back Sunday. Dive into the details of their upcoming album The Father of Make Believe and find out how to catch them live this year.
PUP Drops Explosive New Single “Paranoid” Ahead of Arena Tour with Sum 41
Toronto’s PUP is back with their first new track in two years! “Paranoid” is a fiery anthem paired with a hilarious merch-inspired music video that you won’t want to miss — check it out before they hit the road with Sum 41.
Mac Miller Estate Shares New Song "5 Dollar Pony Rides" Ahead of Balloonerism Release
Mac Miller's Estate just dropped '5 Dollar Pony Rides,' a sneak peek into the long-awaited Balloonerism album releasing next week. Discover the full tracklist, exclusive vinyl details, and more about this fan-favorite project finally getting its official debut!
L.S. Dunes Drops Title Track “Violet” from Upcoming Album
L.S. Dunes is gearing up to drop Violet, their highly anticipated sophomore album. Get a first listen to the electrifying title track and see why fans are already buzzing!
Cloakroom Announces New Album 'Last Leg of the Human Table' – Listen to “Bad Larry” Now
Cloakroom is back with Last Leg of the Human Table, blending shoegaze, doom, and post-punk into their most essential release yet. Dive into the lead single "Bad Larry" – a tale of freedom, defiance, and the chaos of modern life.
A Love Letter to The Opera House in Toronto
Did you know Nirvana, Foo Fighters, and Metallica have all played at The Opera House? Our new series, Love Letter, kicks off with a deep dive into this legendary Toronto venue’s history, iconic architecture, and the unforgettable shows that make it a cornerstone of the city’s music scene.
Beyond The Watch’s Best Concert Photos of 2024
Toronto’s live music scene in 2024 was unforgettable – from electric punk shows to intimate indie sets, we captured it all. Check out our favourite concert photos of the year and relive the moments that made this year one to remember.
Sweet Pill Release New Acoustic Version of “Cut” From Forthcoming EP: Unraveled
Sweet Pill strips things down with an acoustic twist on their fan-favourite tracks in their upcoming Unraveled EP. Experience a softer, more intimate side of the Philly band — listen to the new track here.
Listen to "In The Grey” by Shadows Fall
Shadows Fall is back with "In the Grey," a crushing new single marking their return to the forefront of metal and their signing with MNRK Heavy. Watch the video now and see why these New Wave of American Metal icons reign supreme!
Beyond The Watch's 50 Best Albums of 2024
This year's list covers an eclectic mix of genres and styles, from emerging artists to pop culture icons. Whether you're into death metal, infectious indie pop, hip-hop, or experimental sounds, this collection will shake up your everyday rotation.
Without further ado, here are the 50 Best Albums of 2024, according to us.
Sent into Orbit: Blood Incantation Opened The Stargate at Lee's Palace in Toronto
Step into the cosmic chaos of Blood Incantation's jaw-dropping set at Lee's Palace, where progressive death metal collided with intergalactic vibes. From Midwife's hauntingly beautiful opening set to chants of "Open the Stargate!"—relive the night and check out the full gallery of concert photos.
Tame Impala's Kevin Parker Unveils Ideation Machine "The Orchid" by Telepathic
Tame Impala's Kevin Parker is redefining music creation with The Orchid—a portable idea machine for musicians of all levels. Discover how this innovative synth from Telepathic Instruments is set to transform your creative process.
5 Can’t Miss Concerts This December
Every month, we challenge ourselves to find five concerts in Toronto that you shouldn't miss. See this month's recommendations and pick up your tickets here.
Best New Music This Week: Father John Misty, Michael Kiwanuka, Opeth, And More
Every Friday we challenge ourselves to sift through new music releases and curate a list of albums we think you should be listening to. Tap your favourite music app, put those headphones on and listen to some new music.
Photos of Pond and Fazerdaze at The Danforth Music Hall: A Psychedelic Night in Toronto
Western Australian psych-rock icons Pond and New Zealand’s Fazerdaze lit up The Danforth Music Hall with a night of electrifying energy and intimate vibes. Dive into our full review and concert photo galleries to relive the show!
Killswitch Engage Announce New Album This Consequence and Release First Single "Forever Aligned
Killswitch Engage is back with This Consequence, their highly anticipated new album dropping February 21. Dive into the first single, "Forever Aligned," and discover why Jesse Leach calls it the record they needed to make.