Empty Barrooms, Big White Dogs & Silver Linings: 16 Songs, 15 Artists, All Canadian

This Week on Songwriters From Here And Away This week we're taking another musical trip across Canada with a wonderfully eclectic collection of original songs. From indie pop and folk to roots, rock and everything in between, these artists prove once again that there's no shortage of great songwriting happening across the country. Turn it up, settle in, and come along for the ride! Featured Artists & Songs Aline Deanna – “Road Runners” Aline Deanna brings an adventurous spirit and contemporary edge to this energetic song about movement, freedom and life on the road. Begonia – “Hotter Than the Sun” Winnipeg-born singer-songwriter Begonia delivers her powerful vocals and soulful pop sensibilities in a song that's every bit as fiery as its title suggests. Dan Young – “Empty Barrooms” Dan Young turns the lonely atmosphere of an empty barroom into a thoughtful piece of songwriting with plenty of character and emotional weight. Dan Young – “I Thought I Had More Time” A second appearance from Dan Young, this reflective song looks at the passing of time and those moments when we realize life isn't waiting for us. Darren Greer feat. Melissa Lauren – “Trying To Say” A compelling collaboration that pairs Darren Greer's songwriting with the expressive vocals of Melissa Lauren. Graeme Jonez – “The Storm” Graeme Jonez brings us a song that uses the storm as both atmosphere and metaphor, creating a powerful musical journey. Kelly Bado – “Silver Lining” Kelly Bado's soulful voice and positive spirit shine through in this uplifting reminder that even difficult moments can contain a little light. KINLEY – “New Light” KINLEY brings her distinctive voice and modern pop-rock songwriting to a song about fresh perspectives and finding a new way forward. Maggie Andrew – “If God Was Real” Maggie Andrew tackles big questions with honesty and a contemporary songwriting style that refuses to shy away from complicated ideas. Michelle Calder – “The Hike” Michelle Calder takes us outdoors with a song that captures the adventure, beauty and perhaps the occasional challenge of getting out on the trail. Michelle Lee-Klaassen – “Rabbit Hole” A wonderfully intriguing title for a song that takes us down the proverbial rabbit hole, with Michelle's distinctive songwriting leading the way. Orchid Orchestra – “The Weekend” Orchid Orchestra brings a vibrant, contemporary feel to this celebration of that wonderful moment when the work week finally gives way to the weekend. Silver Sardines – “Big White Dog” Quirky, memorable and impossible to ignore, Silver Sardines prove that great songwriting doesn't always have to take itself too seriously. Super Pyramid – “Only the Vain” Super Pyramid delivers an intriguing take on vanity and human nature wrapped in their distinctive contemporary sound. Veronica Raine – “August” Veronica Raine captures the mood and memories of late summer in a song that feels perfectly suited to those fleeting August days. The Minimum Wage – “Ransom Note” With a name like The Minimum Wage and a song called “Ransom Note,” you know you're probably in for something a little different—and they don't disappoint. MORE AT: www.SFHAA.ca