The Rickaneers are guitarist and vocalist Jesse and drummer Doug Brown and have been gaining attention for their unmistakable sound which blends garage, blues rock and grunge.

Based in Toronto, they formed in 2012 and released their first self-titled Ep in 2013. "Heartbreaker" was the first single and most requested song off that EP. The Rickaneers have gone on to release a second EP "Ghost Town" in 2014 as well as a live album "The Horseshoe Bootleg" in 2015. With comparisons to The Stooges, White Stripes and QOTSA it's clear The Rickaneers have gained a reputation for being one of Toronto's best up-and-coming indie rock acts.

The studio version of 'Heartbreaker' can be heard during 'The 6ix Rock' airing daily at 6pm EST.

Veil Unknown is an alternative metal group from the Toronto area, their explosive high energy sets a standard, gaining reputation as a "must see live act" that demands maximum crowd participation.

June 2015, Veil Unknown entered the Studio at Verge Music Labs with producer Devon Lougheed (Smashing Satellites) to record their debut album " Life Starts Right Now". The album was released on October 30 2015. Inspired by all genres of music, crafting songs together that tell a story. The album can be noted for its hard hitting riffs, up beat tempo and catchy melodies that keep the listener engaged and singing along. The lead single "Life Starts Now" challenges the listener to seek their dreams and follow through.

You can hear Veil Unknown daily on The 6ix airing daily at 6pm EST and Rock'd airing at 7pm EST.

A passionate alternative rock band from Toronto, Canada. Parasona works to share their creativity with the world with powerful guitar, big drums and unique vocals that will provoke you to feel again.

Parasona's debut single "FALL DOWN" produced by Arnold Lanni (Our Lady Peace, Simple Plan, Finger Eleven) is now available. Accepted to The Artist Entrepreneur program, Canadian music/ management label Coalition Music helped progress the band immensely. That's where they performed in front of renown producer Arnold Lanni. Arnold took a keen liking to Adam's unique voice and the pair started working right away on their debut single "Fall Down". Parasona recently traveled down to California where the single was recorded. Working together with Arnold Lanni, Parasona’s song writing and overall vision has evolved. A great song has to resonate and connect with a listener and make the listener feel ‘something’. That is what Parasona strives for in their instrumentals and especially in the unique vocals.

'Fall Down' can be heard during The New Music Show daily at 8am/8pm and on 'The 6ix' at 6pm daily.

Alternative rock powerhouse and Toronto native VENN (a.k.a. Nneka Atto) is an artist of many faces. Her eclectic music style, brought to life by her captivating contralto vocals fuses rock with elements from pop, experimental, folk, and electronica to create a distinct, unforgettable sound.

"We all experience many storms in life, sailing through blissful highs then crashing into devastating lows. These storms can be terrifying, some may even cause you to lose hope and give up, entirely. 'Aquaheart' is about those people who stand by you and help you "weather the storm". These are the people who give you strength; urge you to keep going; and provide you with safe shelter. A much-needed anchor."