{"id":2401887,"date":"2026-05-04T18:57:07","date_gmt":"2026-05-04T18:57:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/?p=2401887"},"modified":"2026-05-04T18:57:07","modified_gmt":"2026-05-04T18:57:07","slug":"new-music-monday-five-tracks-for-the-first-week-in-may","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/new-music-monday-five-tracks-for-the-first-week-in-may\/","title":{"rendered":"New Music Monday: Five Tracks For The First Week In May"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div id=\"\">\n<figure class=\"aiir-c-news-figure \">\n                <br \/>\n                            <\/figure>\n<p class=\"aiir-c-news-article__abstract\">\n            Fresh sounds from White Denim, Janet Stahle, Beck, The Tragically Hip\/City and Colour\/Ruby Waters, and Metric\n        <\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:11px\"><span style=\"font-size:18pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\">The early days of May in Muskoka bring a shift in the air that is both heavy and hopeful. While the &#8220;Big Three&#8221;\u2014Lakes Muskoka, Rosseau, and Joseph\u2014are finally shedding their winter shells, the &#8220;ice out&#8221; has transitioned into the season of the rising river. With flood warnings currently in effect across the district and the sound of rushing water replacing the winter silence, there is a distinct sense of urgency in the landscape. It is a time for music that matches this momentum: songs that feel grounded in the earth but ready to flow. This week\u2019s New Music Monday selection explores that duality, blending soulful roots, local folk, and soaring indie anthems to navigate the damp, high-water mornings of the spring thaw. <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:11px\"><span style=\"font-size:18pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\">Here are five tracks worth your time this week:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:11px\"><span style=\"font-size:18pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\"><b>White Denim \u2013 &#8220;Ruby&#8221;<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"jeg_video_container jeg_video_content\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Ruby\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/YngVat4otHE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:11px\"><span style=\"font-size:18pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\">White Denim\u2019s James Petralli digs into the &#8220;grit of it&#8221; with &#8220;Ruby,&#8221; a standout track from the band&#8217;s 13th studio album, <i>13<\/i>. The song is a soulful, colorful country croon that leans heavily into down-dirty blues while maintaining a contemporary edge. Inspired by the warbled audio of vintage cassette recorders\u2014a texture Petralli likens to the opening bars of the Rolling Stones&#8217; &#8220;Street Fighting Man&#8221;\u2014the track feels lived-in and authentic. It\u2019s a warm, rootsy piece of Americana that provides a perfect, steady rhythm for a morning spent watching the mist lift off the swollen banks of the Muskoka River. <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:11px\"><span style=\"font-size:18pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\"><b>Janet Stahle \u2013 &#8220;Big East&#8221;<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:11px\"><span style=\"font-size:18pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\">Local singer-songwriter Janet Stahle captures the spirit of the region with &#8220;Big East,&#8221; a folk-inspired ode to the waterways that define our landscape. Stahle\u2019s storytelling is as clear as a spring-fed stream, weaving together themes of resilience and natural beauty. The track\u2019s gentle acoustic arrangement allows her evocative vocals to take center stage, echoing the quiet strength of the Huntsville community as they navigate the annual spring melt. It is a piece of music that feels deeply connected to the local soil, serving as a reminder of the enduring bond between the people and the land.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:11px\"><span style=\"font-size:18pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\"><b>Beck \u2013 &#8220;Ride Lonesome&#8221;<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"jeg_video_container jeg_video_content\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Beck - Ride Lonesome (Official Music Video)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/VqQmgHcIHN0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:11px\"><span style=\"font-size:18pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\">Beck returns to the &#8220;dark comfort&#8221; of his <i>Morning Phase<\/i> era with &#8220;Ride Lonesome,&#8221; a melancholic single released alongside his latest North American tour announcement. The track is a gorgeous, &#8217;70s-style singer-songwriter ballad that explores the necessity of pushing through difficult landscapes on one\u2019s own. With lush, acoustic textures and a cinematic sense of loneliness, it captures the mood of a solo drive along Highway 11 during a grey spring rain. As Beck told NPR, it is a song about having &#8220;distant faith&#8221; that the journey will pull you through to the other side\u2014a sentiment that resonates deeply during the unpredictable transition of the season. <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:11px\"><span style=\"font-size:18pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\"><b>The Tragically Hip ft. City and Colour &amp; Ruby Waters \u2013 &#8220;Ahead By A Century&#8221;<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"jeg_video_container jeg_video_content\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"AHEAD BY A CENTURY\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/tLuDJatibWE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:11px\"><span style=\"font-size:18pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\">In a stunning collaboration for Canada Soccer\u2019s <i>Perfect Pitch<\/i> initiative, The Tragically Hip\u2019s iconic &#8220;Ahead By A Century&#8221; has been reimagined by Dallas Green (City and Colour) and Ruby Waters. Produced by Boi-1da, this version strips the anthem down into a haunting, downcast ballad driven by soft, melancholy harmonies. Green\u2019s signature ethereal delivery pairs beautifully with a more polished, less raspy performance from Waters, creating a version that feels both sacred and fresh. It is a powerful tribute to a Canadian staple, arriving just in time to soundtrack the dramatic, slow-motion shifts of the northern spring. <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:11px\"><span style=\"font-size:18pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\"><b>Metric \u2013 &#8220;Victim of Luck&#8221;<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"jeg_video_container jeg_video_content\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Metric - Victim of Luck (Official Music Video)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/shmhTOUd8mA?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:11px\"><span style=\"font-size:18pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\">Metric kicks off their new album, <i>Romanticize The Dive<\/i>, with the sharp, propulsive &#8220;Victim of Luck.&#8221; The track is a masterclass in the band\u2019s ability to blend infectious indie-rock energy with Emily Haines\u2019 biting, introspective lyricism. Built on a driving beat and shimmering synths, the song explores the fine line between fortune and fate. It provides a necessary jolt of adrenaline for the Monday commute, offering a sense of forward motion that mirrors the breaking of the ice and the inevitable rush toward summer. It\u2019s a high-energy close to the week\u2019s playlist, proving that even in the face of uncertainty, there is power in moving forward. <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:11px\"><span style=\"font-size:18pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\">As the water levels stabilize and the green begins to fight its way through the grey, these five tracks provide a soundtrack for the resilience of the North. Whether you are seeking the soulful grit of a Texas blues-rocker or the haunting echoes of a Canadian classic, this week\u2019s New Music Monday ensures your journey through the thaw is as resonant as the landscape itself.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:11px\">\u00a0<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:11px\">\u00a0<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:11px\"><span style=\"font-size:18pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\"><span style=\"font-size:12.0pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\">Sources:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin-bottom:11px\">\n<li style=\"margin-left:8px\"><span style=\"font-size:18pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\"><span style=\"font-size:12.0pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\">Digital High<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-left:8px\"><span style=\"font-size:18pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\"><span style=\"font-size:12.0pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\">Stereoboard<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-left:8px\"><span style=\"font-size:18pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\"><span style=\"font-size:12.0pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\">Wikipedia<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-left:8px\"><span style=\"font-size:18pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\"><span style=\"font-size:12.0pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\">CBC Music<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-left:8px\"><span style=\"font-size:18pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\"><span style=\"font-size:12.0pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\">Peermusic<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:11px; margin-left:8px\"><span style=\"font-size:18pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\"><span style=\"font-size:12.0pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\">Dork<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<p><em> \u2018 The preceding article may include information circulated by third parties \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n<p><em> \u2018 Some details of this article were extracted from the following source www.muskokaradio.com \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Fresh sounds from White Denim, Janet Stahle, Beck, The Tragically Hip\/City and Colour\/Ruby Waters, and Metric The early days of May in Muskoka bring a shift in the air that is both heavy and hopeful. 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