INTERVIEWS

Tyler Joe Miller opens up on heartbreak, growth behind new single ‘Under the Influence’

Tyler Joe Miller says his latest single, “Under the Influence,” hits close to home, tapping into the emotional back-and-forth that comes with trying to move on from a past relationship. In an interview with SWOMP, the JUNO Award-nominated country artist described the song as a deeply relatable reflection on the internal struggle between progress and relapse. Listen to the full interview, below: https://youtu.be/WXDswHtf9ps?si=DSGf23VuTbZW8NeQ “‘Under the Influence’ is...

Q&A: Dream-pop duo Sports set for Canadian tour stops in Toronto & Montreal

Oklahoma-based dream-pop duo Sports are bringing their latest material north of the border this month, with two Canadian tour dates scheduled in Toronto and Montreal. The band will perform April 21 at Lee’s Palace in Toronto, followed by an April 22 show at Bar Le Ritz in Montreal. The performances come as the duo, made up of Cale Chronister and Christian Theriot, continue touring in support...

Olivia Penalva explores self-reflection with new single ‘Distance Makes A Love Story’

Canadian pop singer-songwriter Olivia Penalva is back with a new single that blends romance with introspection, offering listeners a layered take on personal growth. “Distance...

Collective Soul on new documentary ‘Give Me A Word’ + upcoming show in Windsor on March 27

Multi-platinum rock band Collective Soul will bring its 30-plus-year catalogue to Windsor later this month, with a show set for March 27 at The...

Catie Turner reflects on Innings Festival, new single & music in the works

Folk-pop singer-songwriter Catie Turner is embracing a new chapter in her music career following her recent appearance at Innings Festival and the release of...

The Sheepdogs talk new album ‘Keep Out of the Storm’ + upcoming Canadian tour

Canadian rock band The Sheepdogs have released their latest album, Keep Out of the Storm, and are preparing to launch a Canadian headline tour...

Sully Burrows talks touring, debut EP and what’s next in 2026

Rising Canadian country artist Sully Burrows is carrying strong momentum into 2026, following a breakout year that included new music, major tour opportunities and...

From ‘late 1900’s’ to now: Eve 6 rock Innings, talk backstage with SWOMP

Eve 6 performed their first show of the year on the final day of Innings Festival 2026 in Tempe, Arizona, blending self-aware humour with...

Artikal Sound System bring South Florida groove, chat with SWOMP at Innings Festival 2026

Artikal Sound System performed on the Right Field Stage at Innings Festival 2026 in Tempe, Arizona on Sunday, February 22, delivering an engaging early...

Common People open main stage, talk breakout moment with SWOMP at Innings Festival 2026

Common People kicked off the Home Plate Stage on the final day of Innings Festival in Tempe, Arizona on Sunday, February 22, 2026, becoming...

The Ramona Flowers kickstart final day, talk new album with SWOMP at Innings 2026

The Ramona Flowers played the Right Field Stage on the final day of Innings Festival 2026, delivering an energetic set that helped set the...

Canadian MLB pitcher Ryan Dempster talks ‘Off The Mound’ at Innings Festival 2026

Former Major League Baseball pitcher, World Series champion, All-Star and Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame inductee Ryan Dempster took some time out of his...

Congress The Band chats with SWOMP at Innings Festival 2026

Congress The Band are quickly moving beyond their roots as a cover band in Charleston, and their early set at the Innings Festival showed...

Quebec singer-songwriter Avril Jensen on her debut album ‘Is Any of This Real?’ + March 27 show at Drake Underground in Toronto

Avril Jensen once dreamed of becoming an astronaut or a screenwriter. Instead, the Quebec singer-songwriter found her calling in music — a path she...