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Joyce Manor are a blend of punk, pop, and emo music. Never Hungover Again is their third studio album, released in 2014 and was my first introduction to this band, and holy guacamole what an introduction. This album is amazing, and my only critique is that it's finished too soon, clocking in at under twenty minutes. There's a mix of slow and fast songs, and each one is as catchy as the last. The band manages to capture that hopeful, angsty feeling of youth and blend it with their sound to create something really unique and honest sounding. This album is short and sweet, just like this post. Definitely check it out if you're on the hunt for something fun, catchy, and easy to listen to. Top Three Tracks: Heart Tattoo The introduction with the bass, drums, and vocals opens into a simple, catchy song that's easy to sing along to. The Jerk This song starts off incredibly strong, flowing into another fun, catchy tune. Heated Swimming Pool Str...

I think I discovered Protest The Hero when I was in grade 10, so I was about 14 or 15. After that point I think I listened to this album almost everyday for a year while I was going to class. Kezia is probably my favourite album of all time. Protest The Hero released their first LP, Kezia, in 2005. The soaring vocals Rory puts out over top the musicianship of the other members of this band really put this album at the forefront of Canadian metal, and at the top of my list. As a guitarist, I was instantly fascinated with the guitar work of of Tim and Luke. You don't need to play any instrument to appreciate it though. Every track is unique enough so that you're always left amazed and wondering what's gonna come next. I think that's why this album stands out so much to me. Nothing gets stale, there's no filler. It's one banging track after another. If you like mathy, technical metal with a lot of clean vocals, you won't be disappointed with this albu...

I thought it would be fun to start a blog and talk about music I like, and maybe instruments and other things music related. You get to discover new music, and I get to talk. It's a win-win. Anyways, if anyone is reading this I hope you enjoy.