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On November 4th, our boutique record label imprint, The Confidence Emperors, releases Good Fight, the new single and video from Sam Casey. It’s the first single from her new EP, More Songs About Weed And Toxic Relationships. The song was written by Sam, Mike Schlosser and Laurel Clouston, and produced by Mike. The video for the single was produced by Moon Reel Media, directed by Agata Waclawska and filmed by Alex Exists.

Sam says that “Good Fight was born out of a conversation between one of my co-writers on this song, Laurel Clouston, and myself. We were simply shooting the shit in our producer’s home studio about the abundance of female musicians and the polarizing lack of females we had personally seen in positions of power/management positions, as well as the pressure to “look” like an artist rather than just be an artist. We were and are very cognizant of the vast improvements for women in the entertainment industry over the past few decades, and we spoke about certain women who have become decision-makers for themselves such as Rihanna, Maggie Rogers, and Beyoncé.”

You can pre-save or pre-order the single here: https://smarturl.it/samcaseygoodfight

John Orpheus, Sam Casey & Alex Exists Perform Live In Toronto On October 13th

October 11, 2022

Alex Exists, John Orpheus, Popguru Sound & Vision, Sam Casey, The Confidence Emperors

AfroPop, Alt Pop, Glam Pop, Indie Pop, Pop, RnB, Soul

This Thursday, October 13th, John Orpheus, Sam Casey and Alex Exists will be performing at the Garrison in Toronto. Doors are at 8:00 PM for this fabulous triple bill. Advance tickets are $15 and it’s $20 at the door.

Advance ticket link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/415128278857

Triple Bill Featuring John Orpheus, Sam Casey And Alex Exists

September 8, 2022

Alex Exists, John Orpheus, Popguru Sound & Vision, Sam Casey, The Confidence Emperors

Afro Pop, Afrobeat, Alt Pop, Hip Hop, Indie Pop, Pop, Soul

We are excited to announce that The Confidence Emperors will be presenting a triple bill at The Garrison in Toronto on October 13th featuring John Orpheus, Sam Casey and Alex Exists. John combines hip-hop swagger, Afrobeat energy and dancehall rhythms to create a sound built on big catchy hooks. His rabble-rousing live shows are filled with audience participation, chanting and impromptu dance-offs. Sam Casey’s starkly honest music demonstrates that, as an artist, she is incredibly confident in articulating her personal life experiences through songwriting. Her “goosebumps” voice will send shivers down your spine. Alex Exists is fascinated by pop culture and his music is inspired by hyper surrealism with an acid tongue planted firmly in his cheek. His musical signature is his unique sonic touches, drum heavy rhythms and classic “pop through a blender” melodies. How can this live show be anything other than a can’t miss event?!

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/415128278857

Sam Casey New Company EP Release Show

July 26, 2022

Popguru Sound & Vision, Sam Casey, The Confidence Emperors

Alt Pop, Live Show, Pop, RnB

Sam Casey and her band will be performing at the Garrison in Toronto on Wednesday, August 17th to celebrate the release of her debut EP, New Company. The show will also include special guests TANDM.

Advance tickets are available here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sam-casey-new-company-ep-release-show-tickets-383588733227

Sam Casey Releases Debut Single & Video

May 1, 2022

Sam Casey, The Confidence Emperors

Alt Pop, Pop

I’d Rather Go Blind is the debut single and video for Toronto based artist Sam Casey. “I have been performing this song for years in venues around Toronto as it is one of my favourite songs and lyrically hits me at my core. To be able to record an original rendition of the track that fits my exact feelings when listening to the lyrics was a dream and a privilege. The feelings that emanate from this song are so human and deep inside that singing this can bring me to tears. I can only hope listeners will feel this same connection.” Since being introduced to us by mutual friend Kim Cooke of Revolution Recording, Sam has collaborated with UK producer/songwriter Joe Thompson, Canadian producer/songwriter Mike Schlosser (John Orpheus) and Martha Johnson and Mark Gane of Martha and the Muffins.

Check out the single and video here: https://smarturl.it/SamCaseyGoBlind

Juliana Eye Releases Dreaming Video & Single

May 1, 2022

The Confidence Emperors

Alt Pop, Indie Pop, Pop

We have known Juliana Eye since she was a teenager. It has been amazing to watch her grow as a singer, songwriter, musician and producer since her early days in The Ruby Spirit and as an accompanist for Ghost Caravan. For the forthcoming COVERAMA album, she has recorded one of her favourite songs, Dreaming by Blondie. She has also collaborated with another former member of The Ruby Spirit, filmmaker Jason Cipparrone, who directed the cool black and white video that was shot in Juliana’s basement.

Check out the single and and video here: https://smarturl.it/julianaeyedreaming

ANNOUNCING NEW ALBUM BY MARTHA & THE MUFFINS

October 6, 2021

Martha and the Muffins, Popguru Sound & Vision

Alt Pop, Art Pop, Indie Pop, Pop

Described as “one of the most innovative of their era,” iconic Canadian artists Martha and the Muffins have announced the release of their new album, Marthology: In and Outtakes — available November 5th!

Groundbreaking from inception, Martha and the Muffins formed during the early days of Toronto’s punk / new wave / art pop scene in 1977. They were the first Canadian band to sign to a UK label, recording their debut, Metro Music, at England’s The Manor Studio, and would go on to tour and receive more than three decades worth of critical acclaim worldwide.

Founding members Martha Johnson and Mark Gane revisited their extensive archives recently, selecting 12 rare or never-before-heard singles, B-sides, and unreleased songs for what has ultimately become Marthology: In and Outtakes — their ninth album, and first in eleven years.

Spanning 35 years of recordings, the 12-track compilation includes previously limited releases of “Summer Of Song,” “Big Day,” and “Do You Ever Wonder,” as well as the 30th anniversary version of JUNO-winning single, “Echo Beach.” In addition, the CD includes the bonus track, “I Am Vertical!”, a demo recorded in 1988 but never released.

Marthology: In and Outtakes is available November 5th, 2021.

// Marthology: The In and Outtakes Track Listing

“On A Silent Summer Evening”

“Summer Of Song”

“Do You Ever Wonder?”

“Act Like A Woman”

“Don’t Monkey With My Love”

“Talking Through My Hat”

“Big Day”

“There Comes A Day”

“Fighting The Monster (Alt. Version)”

“Resurrection”

“Delicate”

“Echo Beach (30th Anniversary Version)”

Bonus track CD only: “I Am Vertical!”

Popguru Signs First International Artist

April 30, 2020

Mike Schlosser, MOJO, Popguru Sound & Vision, SyncGuru

Alt Pop, Electronic Pop, Indie Pop, Pop

Popguru has signed Swedish-raised, Los Angeles-based singer/songwriter Moa Munoz. Her new project, MOJO, is punchy pop with attitude and a large dose of self-empowerment. MOJO is “what a self-help book would sound like if written by a beat-obsessed whirling dervish”. She has collaborated with Popguru producer/songwriter Mike Schlosser to create songs with bouncing bass lines and hooks that stick like gum! Mojo is your new favourite, confidence-boosting cocktail. The new tracks are available by request. So, reach out.

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Sam Casey Releases New Single & Video