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The Permanent Rain Press Interview with Carmen Gloria Pérez. (Watch in HD)

Carmen Gloria Pérez chats about returning as Linda in the final season of Young Royals, her character's motivations, understanding family, dedicated fan support, and working with on-screen children Omar Rudberg and Frida Argento.

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BABY JEY: CROP CIRCLES

Crop Circles – Baby Jey Release Date: November 24th, 2023

Track Listing:

1. Intro 2. Little Trouble 3. What's The Point of Saying Sorry 4. Good & Bad News 5. Swing Like This 6. You're In Yr Mind 7. Interlude I 8. Crop Circle 9. I Can't Just Stop 10. …1 More Day …1 More Night 11. Bad Routine 12. Why U Asking Now 13. Happy For Me 14. Interlude II 15. I'll Wait

This is the second full-length album release from Baby Jey, an indie-pop group based in Edmonton. This is an album to zone out to, with sounds that are ambient, complex, and fittingly to the themes, otherworldly. It is almost dream-like in the melody; an ethereal and hazy mix. It’s somehow mellow yet also upbeat – you can hear this as chill background noise, or really get into the production and careful assembly. The mixing and time measures are considered with care and far more complicated than many albums, leading to an interesting and unique result.

Crop Circles is almost a concept album that echoes an unlikely combination. There are Alberta tropes – cowboys and farms – alongside aliens and UFOs. It’s a fun concept, also fusing in emotions and personal experiences that speak from the heart. Many of the themes are less about extraterrestrials and more about winter, memories, lost love, and dwelling on the past. But the space influence can’t be denied in the music and in the radio clips sampled.

Several interludes are sprinkled through — a feature I enjoyed and would love to see on more albums of this genre. These are actual radio broadcasts alluding to UFO investigations and the titular crop circles found in Alberta back in the 80s. It adds to the old-timey element: many of these songs, especially the instrumental parts, sound timeless. It has a modern sound echoing Tame Impala or MGMT, but some of these riffs echo songs from the 80s, or even back to the 50s. The era and style is ambiguous. I don’t know if that was intentional, but it adds to the distinct and ambitious vibe here.

Despite the cosmic, futuristic blend, there’s a lot of earthiness and old-fashioned sounds in this record. It mixes country and folk music with synthesizers and drum machines. Overall it is loud – every song is booming with prominent rhythms and beats that really pop.

“Swing Like This” is very catchy and will be in your head long after it finishes. Every song here is fun and dance-worthy, but this one stands out. Even the lyrics are all about dancing — twisting your hips, “swing so mesmerizing, left foot to right.” This is perhaps the most traditional 'rock' song here – a little less cosmic than the others. It’s just a merry good time.

“I Can’t Just Stop” is a highlight of the album. It is a song full of anguish, clearly expressed in the vocals of singer Jeremy Witten. It tells the story of a dark and cold weather and the aftermath of a relationship. More intimately, the namesake refers to how the singer can’t just move on (“my love is not a switch that I can just turn off”). It’s a heartbreaking track, with the backing riffs featuring minor chord sounds that beep in sadness. Paradoxically, it’s also very upbeat for most of its runtime. The great saxophone solo that it finishes on is jolly – as the sax tends to be – yet still captures that lingering emotion of regret.

Crop Circles is a ride through space, time, and the inner mind. I’ve not heard something like this in a long time, and found myself immersed in this strange yet captivating fusion. This is an impressive and heartfelt release. It was my intro to Baby Jey – but you can definitely consider me a fan now!

Written by: Cazzy Lewchuk

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thepermanentrainpress · 13 days

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The Permanent Rain Press Interview with Jack Blocker. (Watch in HD)

Jack Blocker chats about competing on this season of American Idol, including song selection, contestant bonding and Katy Perry's constructive critique in his audition, experiences with his former band, Rightfield, and what inspires him as a songwriter.

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thepermanentrainpress · 1 month

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The Permanent Rain Press Interview with Thalia Tran. (Watch in HD)

Thalia Tran discusses her role as Mai in Netflix's Avatar: The Last Airbender, including her character's privileged upbringing, demeanor, friendship with Azula and Ty Lee, and the future for Mai, support for their adaptation, her love of music, and being a part of projects that celebrate Asian voices.

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The Permanent Rain Press Interview with Yvonne Chapman. (Watch in HD)

Yvonne Chapman discusses her role as Avatar Kyoshi in Netflix's Avatar: The Last Airbender, including her character's past and purpose in Season 1, choreography, creating her live action look, fan support and hopes for the future, time on the CW's Kung Fu, and forthcoming projects.

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The Permanent Rain Press Interview with Blas Polidori. (Watch in HD)

Blas Polidori chats about his role as Gustavo "Coco" Nicolich in Society of the Snow (La sociedad de la nieve), including understanding who Coco was through his family and letters, filming, and working with the cast and creators, dream roles, and his modelling career.

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The Permanent Rain Press Interview with Aidan Scott. (Watch in HD)

Aidan Scott chats about his role as Helmeppo in One Piece (including his motivations, relationships with his father and Koby, and a surprising nude scene), guesting at his first fan convention, ADHD journey, co-founding the theatre company Falstaff Play Co., and upcoming role as Mozart in Amadeus.

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Gordon Cormier, Kiawentiio, Ian Ousley, Dallas Liu & Paul Sun-Hyung Lee on Avatar: The Last Airbender. (Watch in HD)

We chat with Gordon Cormier, Kiawentiio, Ian Ousley, Dallas Liu and Paul Sun-Hyung Lee at the Vancouver premiere of Avatar: The Last Airbender about their highly anticipated series, online content, and favourite eats in the city.

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The Permanent Rain Press Interview with Celeste Loots. (Watch in HD)

Celeste Loots discusses her role as Kaya in One Piece (including her core values and thought process in shaping her, Kaya's relationships with her parents, Usopp and Klahadore, set decoration, and important scenes), theatre and performance studies, and current projects Trompoppie and Wyfie.

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thepermanentrainpress · 3 months

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The Permanent Rain Press Interview with Martina Frosini. (Watch in HD)

Martina Frosini discusses joining DI4RI Season 2 as Sara, her character's friendship with Katia, conflicting emotions and the bullying of Arianna and Livia, training in music and dance, and starring in Musical Times' production of Hairspray.

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thepermanentrainpress · 3 months

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The Permanent Rain Press Interview with Biagio Venditti. (Watch in HD)

We reunite with Biagio Venditti to chat about Season 2 (Part 2) of DI4RI, including Daniele and Mirko's relationship, protecting his character's feelings, 3D group scenes and how he's grown as an actor, and his upcoming projects.

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thepermanentrainpress · 3 months

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The Permanent Rain Press Interview with Sofia Nicolini. (Watch in HD)

We reunite with Sofia Nicolini to discuss Season 2 (Part 2) of DI4RI, including the love triangle between Isabel, Pietro and Livia, memorable season finale scenes, putting herself first in love, and dedicated fan support.

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thepermanentrainpress · 3 months

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TEENAGE ART SCENE: PIPES ON THE INSIDE

Pipes on the Inside – Teenage Art Scene Release Date: September 9th, 2022

Track Listing:

1. Crystal 2. Full of It 3. Never Live This Down 4. Feeling This 5. Pipes on the Inside l 6. Pipes on the Inside ll 7. Pipes on the Inside llI 8. Weeks (Years) 9. Electrical

Teenage Art Scene's latest release Pipes on the Inside fuses indie rock with 80s synth pop, new wave, and electronica. Bold, colourful shapes and meticulous attention to detail merge in a collection that feels like it belongs in the Fallout video game series. Victoria’s Rupert Yakelashek adapts in this exciting musical journey, presenting an array of genres that gracefully fall into place.

From the spacey opener “Crystal,” with its swooping synths, nasally vocals, and gritty electric guitar melodies, to the retro relaxation of “Full of It,” with its light percussion, sad words, and hopeful layers, each song is stylishly surreal.

“Never Live This Down” chimes in with a Depeche Mode tone. Clean guitar riffs support an echoing, amused voice: “And I’ll express that you’ve made quite a mess.” Standout track “Feeling This" provides a beachy goth essence with lingering horns, deep guitar strums, and 90s rock. “You're the pinnacle of what I could achieve / If I didn’t give up so easily.” Sharp, faded synth entrances charge a trippy soundscape.

Metallic notes soar and urgent bass floods “Pipes on the Inside I.” A sonic machinist, Yakelashek cultivates a fascinating audio field. Frantic percussion transitions into stronger beats. The conjoined song “Pipes on the Inside II” is lighter, almost dainty. It integrates sweet, haunting bells with rubbery bass. Third edition “Pipes on the Inside III” switches gears. Speedy and tenacious, gritty guitar cuts through contagious synths. “This Anthropocene makes it so hard to glean / I can feel the pipes on the inside.”

With gentle, catchy hooks, “Weeks (Years)” grooves with stacked synths. Playful use of high and low pitches makes for a fun auditory experience. Nostalgia and reflection of time emerge from the piece: “More than anything combined / the weeks and years we left behind.” A sly and sneaky undertow adds lightheartedness to an otherwise somber message.

The last song off the album, “Electrical,” sparks neon melodies and embodies a glamourous, youthful 80s vibe. Rigid vocals exude confidence and weave through the tune with swagger: “You seem like such a spectacle / I can’t help but notice you’re electrical.” Robotic reverb brushes against pixelated notes and bouncy guitar. Intriguing mystery exists in a colourful synthetic haze, while arcade noises diffuse energetic retro charm.

Pipes on the Inside is a trendy development in Teenage Art Scene's evolution. Rupert Yakelashek's willingness to intertwine genres results in a cohesive yet abstract collection. The union of eclectic aesthetics with vintage technology creates a multifaceted music adventure that showcases creative growth. Pipes on the Inside breaks away from usual patterns while staying true to Teenage Art Scene's artistic vision.

Written by: Jenna Keeble

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thepermanentrainpress · 3 months

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The Permanent Rain Press Interview with Flavia Leone. (Watch in HD)

We reunite with Flavia Leone to discuss Season 2 (Part 2) of DI4RI, including the love triangle between Livia, Pietro and Isabel, her character's personal growth, new friendship with Bianca and filming on the island of Ischia, and her recent trip to Japan.

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thepermanentrainpress · 4 months

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UNDER THE RADAR: DECEMBER 2023

Sneaking in one last Under The Radar with tunes from Softly Jade, Tara Kannangara, Lucas Penner, Common Fires, mow mow, and Jaya Bremer! Thanks for following the journey; it's been real and it's been special.

1) Softly Jade - "missing out"

There can be a fine line between confidence and ego, but Softly Jade plays her cards right in "missing out." The solo project of Fraser Valley singer-songwriter Jada Klein, her debut single is playful and moody. Written after a sudden falling out with a close friend—to a girl, as bluntly conveyed—she expresses mild regret but primarily an empowered sarcasm. I love the warm and casual sound it radiates. Her feet firmly planted between 90's shoegaze and bedroom pop, soft but full-bodied with a whimsy feel. It's upfront and teasing, but sincere given her point of view ("And it's so funny / Yeah I could care less honey / Cause you'll never find someone better than me").

The early acoustic setting and weighty choruses fit the narrative well. Produced by Nathan Chiu, he had the prettiest melody to play off of. "missing out" breezily condemns the abrupt switch up while keeping composure and self-assurance.

Written by: Chloe Hoy

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2) Tara Kannangara - "Lisa Turtle"

"Lisa Turtle" plays out a fantasy relationship between Zack Morris and the sweet, spunky Saved by the Bell character of its namesake – one that never materialized on the show despite a few fleeting moments of affection. For Sri Lankan Canadian artist Tara Kannangara, the song also recalls her initial reaction to seeing a racialized woman as a sitcom lead: encouraging, but vigilant as to how she would be portrayed.

It has a potent power pop sound with trumpet, grungy bass, and an all-out cheer sequence. Kannangara's vocals – and backhanded compliments penned through her lyricism – exude personality. Young adulthood is a life stage in which we often suppress our emotions, so there is good reason to celebrate the character. "Lisa Turtle" is catchy and festive, as much about the confidence as it is the feelings.

Originally from Chilliwack, BC, Kannangara pursued music studies in Victoria and Toronto. The "Lisa Turtle" music video was directed by Brittany Farhat (Monowhales, The Rural Alberta Advantage), and features choreography from Leah Fay Goldstein of July Talk.

Written by: Natalie Hoy

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3) Lucas Penner - "Silence On the Moon"

"Are you blind / what’s in the ground that’s not in my eyes?"

Written with Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's The Little Prince in mind, "Silence On the Moon" is a song that pulls itself out of loneliness. Lucas Penner taps into feelings of love, something true, between beaming folk rock lines and quiet self-assurance. His vocals are benevolent and easy to follow, with a scratchy howl looping back around to the final chorus. Penner is a beautiful storyteller. We are at our best when kind to ourselves first.

The Penticton-based actor and musician released his debut album, Mergatroid, in November.

Written by: Natalie Hoy

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4) Common Fires - "Vice"

Common Fires' Caleb McAlpine lay the groundwork for "Vice" in 2017. A campy piano bit was built up with eerie syncopation, harmonies, and disco strings to form the generous listen it is today.

McAlpine sings of the crutches in our everyday lives – and how easily they can become a substitute for reason and personal growth. "Knuckle on varnish, I know what you’re waiting for / Just a touch less self control." Danielle Metcalfe lends her gorgeous tone on backing vocals, and Chloe Davidson brings the spice on violin. I enjoyed the production on this track as well. "Vice" has such rhythm. Flush with lively percussion; humble in collaboration. Cruelly comfortable with the faults we can't let go of. Common Fires' album Great Pink Heron is out now.

Written by: Natalie Hoy

5) mow mow - "never/always"

"never/always" is a divine and intimate self-reflection. mow mow's Matthew Lindholm leans on a toxic repetition of romantic partners as motivation to choose oneself. It looks toward gut feelings to lead in the right direction – a path of less expectation and subsequent disappointment ("late nights you can always take me / back to melancholy baby / one more time then never call again"). He is a talented vocalist whose tepid yet aching tone created a telling space. His music holds sentiment while severing ties. I was captivated by the production and how it sounded effortlessly romantic on the surface. The intertwined chimes and beats felt both retro and contemporary. However, lyrically, visible damages were to be found.

And alas, Lindholm makes himself "the right guy" in his story. It can take time and courage to fight for and respect oneself wholeheartedly; "never/always" encourages us to take that care when needed. It is the second single off mow mow's upcoming EP.

Written by: Chloe Hoy

6) Jaya Bremer - "Our Potential"

While "Our Potential" severely lacks in sacrifice, its untimely attraction has an alluring draw. It's a reminder of our fantasies and dreams—often unattainable but rarely forgotten. Bremer sings to the listener as the unwitting apple of her eye; it is sensual and we hear her candor build in confidence. The song screams desire whilst retaining an ambient and intricate sound; drum loops synths and dance floor beats strike with authority.

She is not shy over the delicacy of the topic at hand ("I wanna give up nothing / And still command your attention"), but in doing so musically, protects herself from a physical indulgence she'll likely regret. Bremer's sincerity and vocal smolder find listeners in a lush space that ponders a new crush while taken.

Written by: Chloe Hoy

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thepermanentrainpress · 4 months

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Gallery: Mac Saturn @ Commodore Ballroom - Vancouver, BC Date: November 27, 2023 Photographed by: Josh Papalia

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The Permanent Rain Press Interview with Ellie O'Brien. (Watch in HD)

Ellie O'Brien discusses her role as Grace in My Life With The Walter Boys, her character's motivations, memorable moments and friendship with Jackie, creative studies and passion for working behind the camera, and upcoming horror film, It Feeds.

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