Cynthia MacLeod

Riddle - Cynthia MacLeod Riddle marks a leap forward for Cynthia MacLeod. She hopes it shows her growth from “energetic girl” to “dynamic, strong young woman.” With its unique arrangements, musicianship, and broad and varied influences, Riddle shows a sophistication and artistry earned by Cynthia over her decade as a performer.

Max Keenlyside

KeenlyStride - Max Keenlyside Max Keenlyside released his second CD, KeenlyStride, at The Guild in Charlottetown in July.

Keenlyside is a 19-year-old pianist and composer who lives in Charlottetown whose influences have been all forms of ragtime, early jazz and music from the 1870 to 1930 period. He is known for his stride and Jelly Roll Morton chops, as well as a firm grounding in the ragtime piano tradition. Keenlyside is currently pursuing a degree at UPEI. His debut album was entitled Charlottetown Rambler.

super visas

READ (I found out), the debut album by super visas, combines elements of indie, lo-fi, noise, drone and pop to produce atmospheric songs. A side project of James Hicken (wallscenery demos), READ (I found out) is a limited edition album which will be independently released and manufactured.

Various artists

Atlantic Standards—Kitchen Party Atlantic Standards: Kitchen Party has gathered the quintessential party tracks from Nova Scotia/Cape Breton and Newfoundland, as well as a dash of traditional Acadian dance reels from Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick. The recently released CD is in stores now.

Fiddlers’ Sons

This Is My Island - Fiddlers' Sons The fifth studio album from Music PEI award winners, Fiddlers’ Sons, is a double CD titled This Is My Island. It was recorded by Serge Bernard at Diamond Productions in Stratford. There are 21 tracks on this 2 CD package which reflect on the PEI landscape and the people who call it home. The first disk called Rural Routes features songs with a rural theme. The second CD called City Beats contains songs that are more urban in nature and it includes a bonus track called “The Garbageman’s Xmas Blues.” All songs are wrapped in the folk sounds that Fiddlers’ Sons have been known for over their 13 years playing together.

SHE EP

SHE EP - Molly Rankin Brought up in a family of musicians, Molly Rankin was inspired by the traditional Celtic music around her to tackle music beast herself. Molly convinced Alec O’Hanley (THT/Danks) to helping arrange and produce her first EP. O’Hanley donated his time and patience to embark on the journey to Halifax with Molley.