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THE SOUND CAFÉ
Global Journal of Roots & World Music
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Denver's Kayla Marque Releases Soulful New Album 'Midheaven'
Born and raised in Denver, Kayla Marque's musical journey began in her childhood home in Park Hill, a place steeped in creativity and talent

Stevie Connor
3 min read


Unveiling Rewind: A Fresh Voice In Global Pop-Rock From South Africa
In a world where music transcends borders, discovering new talent is always an exhilarating experience. Enter Rewind,

Stevie Connor
4 min read


New Single Release,'Waitin' On The Wind', By Berlin-Based Canadian Singer-Songwriter and Actor, Luke Hawkins
Single Review: 'Waitin' On The Wind' By Berlin-Based Canadian Singer, Songwriter, and Actor Luke Hawkins

Stevie Connor
2 min read


Travelogue For The Sound Cafe Part 2: A Nashville Pilgrimage - The Ryman, Jack Daniel’s, American Pickers & The Heart Of Country Music
We set out for a day packed with iconic Nashville destinations that, quite simply, you couldn’t miss if you tried.

Stevie Connor
11 min read


Jo's Picks Of The Month - October 2024
Jo's Picks Of The Month is a regular monthly contribution, published exclusively in the Sound Café

Jo Louks
2 min read


The Sound Café: A Global Music Showcase At The Folk Music Ontario Conference 2024
The Folk Music Ontario (FMO) Conference, running from October 3-6, 2024, in Mississauga, Ontario

Stevie Connor
6 min read


The Rising Costs of Everything: A Tectonic Shift in the Music Festival Landscape
Over the past few decades, music festivals have been cultural touchstones, vibrant gatherings where communities come together to celebrate m

Stevie Connor
7 min read


A Heartfelt Thank You: Celebrating Connections in the Music Community
The Sound Cafe is truly a global stage for musicians, with a reach that spans continents and brings international talent to the forefront.

Stevie Connor
5 min read


From Global Stages To TV Screens: South African Cindy-Louise's Impactful Musical Journey And The Release of Her ‘Alone’ Music Video
From Global Stages To TV Screens: South African Cindy-Louise's Impactful Musical Journey And The Release of Her ‘Alone’ Music Video

Stevie Connor
16 min read


Jo's Picks Of The Month - September 2024
Jo's Picks Of The Month - September 2024

Jo Louks
3 min read


Inspirational South African Artist Stephen Gawking Unveils 'Remember the Dream' – An Anthem of Hope and Resilience in Tribute to the Indomitable Mzansi Spirit
Inspirational South African Artist Stephen Gawking Unveils 'Remember the Dream'

Stevie Connor
5 min read


The Changing Landscape of the Independent Music Industry: Struggles, Survival, and the Art of Adaptation
The Changing Landscape of the Independent Music Industry

Stevie Connor
11 min read


GRAMMY®-Nominated Irish Singer-Songwriter Hozier Unveils His Anxiously Awaited New 'Unaired' EP
GRAMMY®-Nominated Irish Singer-Songwriter Hozier Unveils His Anxiously Awaited New 'Unaired' EP

Stevie Connor
4 min read


GRAMMY® Award-winning Leon Bridges Releases First Single From Forthcoming Full-length LP 'Leon'
GRAMMY® Award-winning Texas recording artist, songwriter, and performer Leon Bridges announces his fourth full-length LP, Leon,

Stevie Connor
3 min read


Rising From The Great White North: Matthew Holtby
Matthew Holtby, whose music is creating ripples across Ontario and beyond, is making waves with his latest release.

Stevie Connor
3 min read


Jo's Picks Of The Month - August 2024
Jo's Picks Of The Month is a regular monthly contribution, published exclusively in the Sound Café magazine with the intention of providing

Jo Louks
2 min read


Greco-Swedish Artist Plàsi Unveils Stunning New EP 'Salamina'
Greco-Swedish singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist steadily shifts course on his 2024 EP, Salamina

Stevie Connor
4 min read


Canadian Songstress Devon Cole Accepts That She Can’t Fall For The 'Good Guy' On New Single
A flirty bass line and a funky guitar accompany Devon’s exploration into her questionable dating choices.

Stevie Connor
2 min read


Plains Cree and Coast Salish Singer-Songwriter Tia Wood Returns With Her Sophomore Single 'Losing Game'
Plains Cree and Coast Salish Singer-Songwriter Tia Wood Returns With Her Sophomore Single 'Losing Game'

Megan Routledge
3 min read


Basson Laas Unveils New Single and Music Video 'Worth Loving' – A Song of Pure Joy!
Basson Laas Unveils New Single and Music Video 'Worth Loving' – A Song of Pure Joy!

Stevie Connor
3 min read
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