Music
In Conversation With Canadian Band Hot Mondy
The Canadian band of 5, Hot Mondy, releases a new track “Desert Moonlight.” The song preserves a serene country feel that is perfectly constructed with their unique talents.
We chatted with Matt Rhind, Travis Flint, Troy Arseneault, Mat Budreski, and Matt Brannon for an interesting interview.
Congratulations on releasing your new hit track titled “Desert Moonlight.” Can you tell us what drove you to drop this track?
Our first single Pale Ember was a slower burn and we wanted to follow it with a more uptempo track. The video is also super cool and takes listeners on a wild ride.
What are the essential qualities that make a good musician?
Curiosity, open minded; especially in the context of a band. Nothing torpedoes writing great music faster than ego and a shallow well.
How do you approach the sensitive task of discussing changes and rearrangements within each other?
We have an easy creative relationship, we don’t always all get what we want but understanding that having elements of everyone’s sensibilities is what makes a band interesting.
How do you guys start discussing new song options?
It usually starts with a single idea, and we decide if we think it’s cool or the start of something and we go from there. Sometimes it’s music other times it’s a lyrical idea.
Who would you like to collaborate with on your upcoming songs?
Depends who in the band you ask but a shortlist would be Kevin Morby, Bahamas, Jason Isbell, Kacey Musgraves, Brittney Spencer, Charley Crockett, John Mayer.
What kind of band would you classify yourself as?
No clue, we’ve heard alt country but it’s hard to put us in a box. We have a country element for sure, but rhythmically we’re stealing from everywhere and we have two great lead vocalists that bring very different flavors.
How did you find each other?
We started off as an outlaw country band, ripping Waylon, Willie, Merle and the boys. Met at that first rehearsal and took off from there, we all get along so well and aren’t afraid to dream big.
Hot Mondy is on Instagram – Facebook – Twitter – Spotify
Album Review
R3b3l I explores self-discovery through sound on “A Different Frequency” album
In a music scene often ruled by lyrics, R3b3l I proves that you can tell a powerful story without a single lyric. “A Different Frequency” is a twelve-track instrumental hip-hop and rap-inspired album inviting you into a deeply personal journey of growth, self-discovery, and purpose, speaking its message purely through mood, rhythm, and expression.
“Dance Before the Throne” opens the album, immediately establishing the tone of reflection and reverence. From here, “Elevate” and “The Wave” continue, adding momentum and a sense of movement and change. Each piece is a chapter in a larger story, allowing you to interpret the music with your own experience.
Songs like “I AM Power,” “Level Up,” and “Awaken” seem to be a big part of the progression of the album. The energy is one of empowerment and inner evolution. “The Jazzy Hop” is a nice change of pace in style, with a smooth, groove-flavored taste that shows R3b3l I’s versatility. Meanwhile, “Carousel,” “Raindrops,” and “Heartbeat” are moments of introspection that balance uplifting themes with emotional depth and openness.
The project wraps up on an emotional high with “Ancestors,” a heartfelt tribute to the forebears and the invisible forces that still influence us on our journeys. It’s a fitting way to close out an album about connection, growth, and purpose. “A Different Frequency” is more than a collection of tracks with carefully constructed instrumentals and thoughtful sequencing, and it’s a rewarding journey for those who want immersive instrumental hip-hop with heart, imagination, and substance.
Artist Spotlight
“Signalling Signatures” finds Mr Pigeons exploring dreams, truth, and hidden meanings
While the first look at an upcoming project usually sets the expectations, Mr Pigeons does something more ambitious with “Signalling Signatures.” With this release, the hip-hop artist opens up a portal into “Shining Arras,” inviting you into a world where dreams, symbols, and hidden meanings collide.
“Signalling Signatures” is an exploration of the thin veil between reality and imagination, based on themes of altered consciousness and shifting perspectives. The song is a mix of mythology, film, and spiritual symbolism and encourages you to look beyond the ordinary and find the messages in everyday life. Mr Pigeons delivers with purpose and swagger, blending introspection with crisp storytelling. He also renders the abstract ideas of the song accessible.
The thing about “Signalling Signatures” that is so compelling is its sheer audacity to challenge you. There are no easy answers in this song, only a quest for truth, perception, and uncertainty. A good opening chapter to “Shining Arras,” and it manages to build up suspense as well as showing Mr Pigeons’ artistic vision. “Signalling Signatures” is a good introduction to what could be an interesting new creative phase for the artist.
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