Los Angeles band Wavy Trees released their new single “Nothing But You”, blending garage-punk with hard rock, accompanied by a nostalgic animated video. Continue reading Discover Wavy Trees: Q&A About ‘Nothing But You’

Famous Strangers, formed in 2023, is a dynamic new band blending classic heavy metal and modern rock. Their latest single, “I’ll See You In The Stars,” showcases emotive lyrics and diverse sound. As they prepare for a full album in 2025 and numerous live performances, their focus remains on impactful, meaningful music. Continue reading Q&A with Alberta Metal Band Famous Strangers

Maddie Regent is emerging in the indie pop scene, known for her raw storytelling and captivating melodies. Her upcoming album, “On the Phone with My Mom,” explores themes of love and resilience, showcasing her growth as an artist through collaboration and personal experiences. Continue reading Q&A With Maddie Regent

In the ever-evolving world of alt-pop, few rising stars shine as brightly as Caroline Romano. With a unique blend of heartfelt lyrics and genre-defying melodies, she has quickly captivated listeners with her authentic storytelling and bold sound. Having recently released her emotionally charged single “IDK These Days,” Caroline is preparing for the release of her highly anticipated EP, How The Good Girls Die. Her music … Continue reading Q&A With Caroline Romano: The Raw Emot

Here is an interview between the artist Annabel Gutherz and Switching Styles’ own Dylanna Fisher. Continue reading Annabel Gutherz Q&A

Experience the relentless sonic exploration of Edmonton’s alternative rock powerhouse, Degenerator, with their debut album, ‘The Abyssal Throne.’ Dive into stoner, sludge, grunge, and goth rock as they push the boundaries of sound. Join them on November 24, 2023, and listen to their first single, ‘Eternalism. Continue reading An Interview with Degenerator, Edmonton’s alt-rock sensation.

It’s interesting to reach out to people and ask them about the music in the world around them. We’ve talked to local Edmonton artists, LARPers, librarians, and cover artists. But what about a Star Trek fan that doesn’t like music? Continue reading Interviewing Melvin Marsh; a Star Trek Fan that doesn’t like music

Christmas is a time of joy, family, and of course creativity. Switching Styles has reached out to our very own guest writer, Jason Greiner to get his take on Christmas cover songs. Continue reading Asking About Christmas Music? Interviewing Jason Greiner

Many folks combine music and cooking, or baking. Jade Ireland is one of those types of people. Continue reading Interviewing Jade Ireland About Cooking and Music

Max Preuss (drums) and Trymer Martin (guitars/vocals) combine to form the band, Notedead. It all started where all great bands start, with a passion for music. The band found their start during the 2020 global COVID-19 pandemic, despite the hardships. Everything was rough. That didn’t stop them. For Notedead, this was a new beginning. The band formed in 2020 and has been rocking the world since. Continue reading Interview With Notedead

KDrummer 16 Is a drummer working on his music career during the pandemic. Below he dives into your questions in a Q&A with Switching Styles. Introduction The covid pandemic has impacted so many different aspects of the world. The Coronavirus pandemic has made it hard for many citizens around the world to function day to day. The pandemic has interrupted normal functions such as work, … Continue reading Covid-19’s impact on YouTube Cover artists; Interview with KDrummer 16

With Ether, known for their intricate guitar arrangements, has gained popularity through their original works and covers. In an interview with Dylanna Fisher, band members Simon and Al share their musical backgrounds, influences, and the origins of their name, which conveys a tranquil, healing aesthetic. They discuss the importance of YouTube as a platform for musicians, their philosophy on copyright, and the creative challenge of rearranging complex orchestral pieces. Additi

This Corona pandemic has also made music at the media forefront. This includes getting music online both from streaming and illegal services and encouraging a conversation on music piracy. Continue reading Music piracy amid a pandemic; Interview with Cody Blakely

Phillip Rodda from Medical Pilot shares insights into the music industry during the Covid-19 pandemic. Medical Pilot, an Alberta-based alternative rock band, emphasizes engaging melodies and stellar riffs. With a discography including multiple EPs and albums, the band is working on a new debut album. Rodda discusses the importance of music, the shifts to livestream performances, and ways artists maintain income through merchandise during lockdowns. He acknowledges that while

Thaddie parodies, AKA Thadudette is a parody musician creating Disney, cartoon, anime, and gaming parodies to “make people emit hahas out of their chew holes”. Continue reading A Q&A with Thadudette

Merging the centuries within the ’20s, their music blends modern music with a vintage sound. It’s a fantastic way to celebrate the 2020’s with the styles of the 1920s. Traditional jazz music was party music and that’s what they deliver in their songs and their concerts. Their versatility allows them to play for a range of audiences from jazz clubs and speakeasies to weddings to corporate events to festivals. Continue reading Interviewing Swing’it Dixieband

Using music as a way to mix together sounds, bytes, and especially genres, Dabbledob has a way of bringing you into his world solely with his music. Continue reading Dabbledob Q&A

Bringing you covers with an anime flair is the band I am Justice. For those that are anime fans, yes, their band name is inspired by Death Note. Continue reading Switching Styles Q&A with The Band I Am Justice

Starting in September of 2014, KDrummer 16’s YouTube channel has increased to 15,771 views and ever increasing. His love for music started way before YouTube, however. In fact, it started in his 3rd grade music class. Continue reading Interviewing KDrummer 16

Bringing you amazing drum covers brought to a whole and creative new levels with practical and edited effects. These covers are hard, energetic, amazing and visually stunning. These visuals add to the drum covers themselves allowing them to “capture the beauty of drumming, and of course the drumming of the metal and hard rock genre.” Continue reading KDrummer 16 Q&A