New Music Edmonton’s Autumn Equinox recap.
Pseudo-Antigone (Simone A. Medina Polo) performing parts of her album Melancholic Melodrama. Prapti Sapkota/The Griff. Insight into the musical exploration of Edmonton. Article by Josalynn Lawrence Photos by Prapti Sapkota New Music Edmonton’s Autumn Equinox concert was an absolute masterclass in sonic exploration, showcasing a lineup of artists who treat sound not just as entertainment, but as inquiry. The evening unfolded like a curated thesis on musical experimentation, each act offering a distinct chapter in the story of Edmonton’s vibrant and studious music scene. Golden Sun Trio on stage. Prapti Sapkota/The Griff. Opening the night was Pseudo-Antigone (Simone A. Medina Polo), performing excerpts from her album Melancholic...
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