Battle of the Bands

Blood Pressure was founded in 2024 by singer and guitarist Tom Shenher, bringing together a unique blend of rock, pop, and dance music. The band’s sound is a refreshing fusion that feels both classic and innovative, appealing to a wide range of listeners.

Blood Pressure aims to bridge various musical communities in Edmonton, fostering collaboration and connection among artists and fans alike. By combining different styles of pop music, they aspire to create an inclusive atmosphere that revitalizes the local scene. Their mission goes beyond entertainment; they seek to elevate Edmonton’s musical landscape and draw greater attention to the city’s rich musical backgrounds. 

The concept of The Carpoolers was formed back in 2023 when Hunter McWatters, (bass), had the idea to start a band. At first, he met with a group of local musicians, holding his very first band practice at MacEwan University. After some trial and error, Hunter realized that the best people to jam with were Maddie McWatters, (lead vocals), and Jayson Jones, (drums).

The trio noticed that something was missing, which were Myles Berezowsky’s, (lead guitar), blues inspired solos. Although the chemistry existed between the four, it still wasn’t complete. After searching for a few months, Rhys Primus, (backing vocals/percussion), joined the band while bringing his beaming energy, and Stephanie Martin (rhythm guitar) filled in the empty spaces, adding the finishing touch to the band known today as The Carpoolers.

Delta ‘88 is an indie alt rock collective from Edmonton, Alberta. With their
explosive yet sensitive sound and heart wrenching lyrics, Delta ‘88 will have you
dancing while simultaneously feeling introspective. Channeling influences from
the likes of John Mayer, Bon Iver, Kings of Leon and Alice in Chains, Delta ‘88
has cultivated a sound that is uniquely theirs. With their debut album,
“By Day By Night” , the band aims to showcase their depth and versatile play style.
Delta ‘88 is currently playing shows alongside bands such as Morning Coyote,
Paro, and Monks On Call. They plan to record their second album “Centre of a Breath” in winter of 2024.

Fin McDowell is a Canadian singer-songwriter with musical influences running the gamut from folk, celtic, R&B, rock to pop, out of which she derived her own authentic style of music. Her writing hones in on and encapsulates the intricacies of human emotion as it relates to the human experience. Influenced by artists such as Lizzy McAlpine, Tori Kelly, Lennon Stella, Imogen Heap and JP Saxe, Fin McDowell offers an eclectic, introspective, ethereal, and melodically captivating sound. With a love of nuance and unique melody lines, listening to Fin McDowell offers listeners an urge for introspection in an age of separation. 

Morning Coyote is an Edmonton band that weaves mercurial arrangements, drawing upon classic folk-jazz stylings, repackaged in a modern indie context.