Time to hit shuffle on another instalment of What’s Going On. From shimmering debuts to late-night bangers and an unexpected foray into country, this week’s lineup is stacked and spinning in all directions. As always, if you dig what you hear, be sure to stream and follow these artists.
Hush – Montreal trio Hush emerge as one of the city’s most exciting new acts with their debut single “The Mirrors Were Right,” out now via Simone Records. Blending shimmering guitars and synths with hypnotic vocals, the track unfolds like a lucid dream, surreal yet emotionally precise. Co-produced with René Wilson, it’s a dazzling statement of intent: psychedelic pop reimagined for a new era. Hush aren’t just ones to watch, they’re the mirror reflecting what’s next for Canada’s music scene.
Listen to Hush’s new single “The Mirrors Were Right” below.
Milk & Bone – Montreal electro-pop duo Milk & Bone return with “Halfmoon,” the third single from their upcoming collaborative EP with Chromeo, A Little Lucky (due out December 5th via Nettwerk). A darker, moodier track, “Halfmoon” captures the moment you realize your own worth and the clarity that comes with deciding to walk away. Anchored by layered, luminous vocals and restrained yet magnetic production, it channels a quiet, feminine rage: deliberate, poised, and freeing. It’s a different sound for Milk & Bone and sees them at their most self-assured.
Listen to Milk & Bone’s new single “Halfmoon” below.
Nep – Florida-born indie darling Nep is making waves with her debut project Noelle, a raw and radiant coming-of-age album that transforms small-town angst into pure catharsis. Written during her college years with longtime collaborator Jake Sonderman, the record fuses biting humour, emotional honesty, and cinematic indie-pop. From the punk fury of “Daytona” to the tender defiance of “Florida Girl,” Noelle is Nep shaking the table and proving that she’s a breakout star in the making.
Watch the music video for Nep’s “Florida Girl” below.
AP Dhillon – Global Punjabi star AP Dhillon surprises fans with “By My Side,” a soulful, country-inspired single that marks a bold new chapter and a sonic left turn. Teaming up with Shinda Kahlon, AP trades his signature heavy beats for acoustic warmth and introspective storytelling while keeping the emotional depth and vulnerability that his fans have come to love. It’s an intimate, unexpected turn that proves his artistry transcends borders, languages, and genres alike.
Listen to AP Dhillon’s new single “By My Side” featuring Shinda Kahlon below.
Arm’s Length – Fresh from their set at When We Were Young Festival, Quinte, Ontario emo outfit Arm’s Length drop the cinematic video for “The World,” a standout track from their raucously received album There’s A Whole World Out There (released via Pure Noise Records). I actually used to date a guy from Quinte a long time ago, but that’s a story for another day. The band’s new video blends electrifying live footage with emotional intensity; it’s a vivid snapshot of a band redefining modern emo with heart, grit, and undeniable energy and having a hell of a lot of fun along the way.
Watch the new music video for Arm’s Length’s “The World” below.
