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Newfoundland and Labrador Pop Culture
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Pop Culture Posts
Once in Royal David’s City by Matthew Hender
13 days til Christmas… listen to Matthew Hender’s version of ‘Once in Royal David’s City.’
House Full of Christmas by Courtney Wicks
14 days until Christmas… spend some of it with Courtney Wicks in her House Full of Christmas.
The One Horse Open Sleigh by Mick Davis and Thin Love
15 days til Christmas… Mick Davis and Thin Love serve up a rock-edged sleigh ride… that reminds me of the outport Santa Claus parades of my youth.
I Heard The Bells on Christmas Day by Little Known Artist
16 days til Christmas… Check out this fresh, drum-forward rendition of a Christmas classic.
Plank’er Down by Kitchinparti
Only 18 days until Christmas! The St. John’s Mummers Parade is upon us. It’s the perfect time to celebrate the season with a little Christmas Kitchinparti.
Christmas Time! by Matthew Hender
Only 19 days until Christmas! Celebrate the season with the sophisticated pop of Matthew Hender. He’s got perfectly crafted melodies to brighten your holiday countdown.
A Trinity Hall Christmas Vol. 2
Celebrate the season with A Trinity Hall Christmas Vol 2! Local artists, festive tunes, and all proceeds support the Janeway. Order your copy now!
December by The Heartbroken
20 days until Christmas… spend part of it listening to The Heartbroken’s fantastic song ‘December.’
White Winter Hymnal by Quintessential Vocal Ensemble
21 days until Christmas … Quintessential Vocal Ensemble’s White Winter Hymnal is a must-hear: hypnotic harmonies, rich percussion, and winter magic.
Ian Foster and Nancy Hynes’ Song for a Winter’s Night
22 days until Christmas — take a few minutes to listen to Ian Foster & Nancy Hynes’ cover of this Gordon Lightfoot classic.
Cause It’s Christmas by The Once
23 days ‘til Christmas and I’m listening to an old favourite by The Once.
Light the Light by Tim Baker
24 days until Christmas…. and I’m starting my 2024 Newfoundland Music Advent Calendar with a fantastic new song from Tim Baker.
For You by ANIL ft. Gedo Junior
Check out 'For You,’ a fun (and infectious) new love song from ANIL.
Black Market Hard-Tack’s ‘Coming Out of the Coffin’
Black Market Hard Tack are doing what the do best — serving punky pop. This time it comes with some bonus nostalgia.
Jenina MacGillivray’s Perseids
I'd tell you Jenina MacGillivray's Perseids deserves your attention but the truth is your attention deserves Jenina MacGillivray's Perseids.
Pretty by Dark Horse Heroine
"A little vulnerability is where the magic starts," sings Dark Horse Heroine. I think she knows what she's talking about.
James by Kathy Stock
Kathy Stock’s latest single ‘James,’ inspired by her paternal grandfather, paints a picture of struggle and resilience.
Newfoundland & Labrador Mixtape
There is amazing music being made in Newfoundland and Labrador. Every day. You can hear some of my latest favourites on the Youtube playlist above. Get more playlists here.