Artist Spotlight - Idle Lane

Hey Music Fans! Are you ready to be introduced to some of the amazing local talent we have here, and to be reacquainted with some of your favourites? We have such an incredible music scene here in the GVA, and there are so many amazing artists just waiting for you to check them out.

The darkest of the days of winter are finally coming to a close, and with it come the eventual sprouts and blooms of spring, and the warmer days that accompany them. We'll begin to see the start of the festival and event season, and are excited to see what this year holds for our next spotlighted artist. 

Check out today's spotlight: 

Idle Lane

Here's what they had to say... 

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        Q: For those who don’t know you, can you please introduce yourself and describe your sound?

We are Idle Lane, an alternative rock band from Victoria! Most of us were born and raised here and have been involved with music since early childhood. We started playing shows locally in 2021 and since then we've had the opportunity to perform all over Canada. Our sound draws influence from rock bands of the '70s and '90s, (Alice in Chains, Smashing Pumpkins, The Rolling Stones), and though emphasis is placed on songwriting and heavy grooves that leave an impact, we are definitely suckers for the double guitar attacks as well.

        Q: What’s one of the biggest successes you’ve had as a musician?

Every single show we played in Montreal was hugely significant and successful to us. The energy at those shows that was circling around the room was truly insane. As far as a single "pinch me" moment, I think playing at Rifflandia takes the cake for us.

        Q: What’s your favourite venue to play?

Oh man, many have stood out throughout the years. Most recently, The Aviary in Edmonton was the best time. We also enjoyed making noise at the VEC (sad to see it gone now), the Phoenix, and Red Gate. 

        Q: What do you think was the best Medium for music to be on? (Vinyl, Tape, CD, Digital)?

I (Vanilia) have always been hooked on music videos of my favourite bands so I'd say I'm partial to digital because of that. Pat and Cole have quite the vinyl collections so for them probably a mix of both.

        Q: Who is your favourite local band to see perform around town?

Too many to list really, but Autonomous Apes are especially locked in, super sick to watch and play shows with. We're playing with them again at Paul Phillips Hall on March 29th - DON'T MISS IT.

        Q: What’s coming up next for your music?



Our EP "Like a Zipper" is OUT FEB 7th and it will be followed by an absolute unit of new music later on in the year.

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To learn more about Idle Lane, listen to some of their music, and to find out about their  upcoming shows, head on over to their Linktree! 

 

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