Author Archives: Sonus Magazine

El Presco Builds “War On Art” Into a Cultural Statement Beyond Music

Toronto artist El Presco, founder of War On Art (W.O.A), is turning creative struggle into a movement. Discover the meaning behind the brand, the influence of FTN, and how his music fuels it all.

K Coop: Launching Spacecoop. From Small-Town Roots to a Citywide Takeover

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Kneecap Ban in Canada Sparks Free Speech Backlash

Canada’s ban on Irish rap group Kneecap over alleged ties to Hamas and Hezbollah raises serious concerns about censorship, free speech, and the silencing of artists speaking out against Israel’s war in Gaza.

Lilo Vanity Unveils Room 333: South Carolina’s Rising Experimental Voice

South Carolina’s Lilo Vanity drops debut album Room 333—a fearless blend of hip-hop, R&B, and experimental sound shaping her bold artistic identity.

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Kendall Shiree: The Future of Independent R&B

Kansas City-born artist Kendall Shiree releases BACK 4 YOU, a soulful anthem about peace, empowerment, and independence. Explore her music journey, her independent brand, and her growing streaming presence on Spotify, Apple Music, and SoundCloud.

Exploring #mollywood: The Art of Molly Rockz

Toronto-based artist Molly Rockz is carving out a distinct space in rap. Her debut project, #mollywood, offers a blend of raw spirituality. It combines heavy vibrations and playful swagger. She channels both energy and authenticity. She describes it as “if Playboi Carti was a spiritual & self aware baddie.” The editors found this reply quiteContinue reading “Exploring #mollywood: The Art of Molly Rockz”

How Aesthetics Records Is Transforming Artist Promotion in Toronto

An article about a music marketing agency/record label that specializes in playlisting and ad-spend.

Bodeen Turns Heartbreak Into a Neo-Soul Statement on “Ego”

Toronto’s Bodeen has a knack for making the personal feel universal. A decade into writing, the singer-songwriter has been releasing music publicly for a few years. She leans on a freestyle-first process. Creating on the spot from lived experience is her method. That instinct is the heartbeat of her new single, “Ego.” The record isContinue reading “Bodeen Turns Heartbreak Into a Neo-Soul Statement on “Ego””