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HOTEL MIRA INVITE YOU TO THEIR ‘PITY PARTY’ – IF YOU CAN HANDLE IT

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Get ready to lose yourself in the exhilarating highs and crushing lows of ‘Pity Party’, the latest album from Canadian alt-rock powerhouse HOTEL MIRA. Out March 14, this dynamic record perfectly captures the euphoria of reckless indulgence (party) and the sobering reality of self-destruction (pity).

Led by charismatic frontman Charlie Kerr, alongside Clark Grieve (guitar), Mike Noble (bass), and Cole George (drums), HOTEL MIRA has built a reputation for delivering electrifying performances and razor-sharp lyricism. With tracks that dance between Iggy Pop-style hedonism and raw, introspective storytelling, ‘Pity Party’ is an emotional rollercoaster that refuses to slow down.

Coming off extensive tours with Rare Americans and rock legends like Our Lady Peace, the band has proven they’re a force to be reckoned with. Whether you’re looking for an anthem to fuel your wildest nights (‘America’s Favourite Pastime’, ‘Runner’) or a gut-punch of reflection (‘There Goes The Neighbourhood’, ‘Back to the Bedroom’), this album delivers in every way.

Brace yourself – ‘Pity Party’ is the kind of celebration you’ll never forget, and possibly never recover from.

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Rising Superstar AMBER Turns Everyday Moments Into Vivid Stories On Just a Daydream

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Songwriters often draw from personal experience, but what makes Just a Daydream stand out is the way AMBER reshapes those experiences through imagination. Instead of presenting events exactly as they happened, she builds scenes that feel colourful, expressive and full of possibility, giving the songs a distinctive identity from the very beginning.

That approach reflects the idea behind the EP’s title. What begins as a passing thought or a hopeful fantasy gradually develops into something more tangible, carrying listeners through romance, longing, disappointment and, ultimately, self-acceptance. The songs remain connected by that thread, making the EP feel like one continuous conversation rather than a collection of separate ideas.

Musically, AMBER blends soul, jazz, funk and pop touches without allowing any one influence to dominate. The lively pulse of “Say What” explores the confusion that can grow from crossed wires, while “Aromatherapy” offers a gentler close, bringing the emotional journey to a place of calm reflection.

Working with producer Kipper Eldridge, AMBER has created a debut that places storytelling at its heart. Every musical choice supports the atmosphere of the songs, allowing the lyrics and performances to take centre stage. Out now through Now Listen, Just a Daydream is more than a collection of well-made tracks. It is an invitation into a creative world where imagination gives everyday emotions a fresh perspective and where even the smallest moments have a story worth telling.

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