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Doyle’s last solo recording, dav-net, was a sophisticated, acoustic, roots/rock recording. Her powerful original material garnered two 2004 East Coast Music Awards for Female and Pop/Rock Recording of the Year and Afterglow positioned her as a finalist in the International Songwriting Competition.

A singer, songwriter, guitarist, composer, producer, engineer, writer, broadcaster and educator, each of Blair Packham’s life and work experiences inform the others, and he has many stories to share.

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Straight from the heart of the suburban wasteland of southern Ontario comes Brett Caswell, an emerging singer songwriter who has set his sights on breaking your heart, then making you smile. Drawing comparisons to Ryan Adams, Ben Folds, Led Zeppelin, and Connor Oberst, Caswell’s song-writing, coupled with the energy of his live performances have earned him a large and enthusiastic regional following.

A true music fan and accomplished performer, Julian displays a raw emotion on stage and in the studio that is palpable. His distinct vocal delivery gives unique expression to his well-crafted songs, resulting in highly energetic and incredibly entertaining performances.

Gillis made an immediate impact on the Niagara music scene, winning Songwriter of the Year at the 2009 Niagara Music Awards, followed by Female Vocalist and Album of the Year in 2010. She networked at music conferences, which led to a quick, two-song performance for Dave Marsh in a stairwell in Memphis, following the release of her second album, Forget Me Not.

Ben Kunder is the kind of guy you pray sits next to you on a long-haul flight. Affable, erudite, and full of riveting tales about the ordinary and the extraordinary — and the intersection where they converge — Kunder is a storyteller of the highest order

Straight from the heart of the suburban wasteland of southern Ontario comes Brett Caswell, an emerging singer songwriter who has set his sights on breaking your heart, then making you smile. Drawing comparisons to Ryan Adams, Ben Folds, Led Zeppelin, and Connor Oberst, Caswell’s song-writing, coupled with the energy of his live performances have earned him a large and enthusiastic regional following.

After making a name for himself as a record producer for a roster of other artists that includes Robert Earl Keen and Lucinda Williams, Gurf Morlix struck out on his own with a solo effort when Catamount Records issued Toad of Titicaca in 2000.

Wayne Petti is a Canadian singer-songwriter best known the vocalist for indie rock band Cuff the Duke. He has contributed to projects by Blue Rodeo, The Hylozoists and Hayden in addition to releasing material on his own and as part of his side-project Grey Lands.

With his debut solo album, Toronto-based singer/songwriter Dave Allen establishes himself as a bona fide roots music auteur, transporting us to a place that to our modern perceptions will seem uncomfortably foreign, or conversely, all too real.

Straight from the heart of the suburban wasteland of southern Ontario comes Brett Caswell, an emerging singer songwriter who has set his sights on breaking your heart, then making you smile. Drawing comparisons to Ryan Adams, Ben Folds, Led Zeppelin, and Connor Oberst, Caswell’s song-writing, coupled with the energy of his live performances have earned him a large and enthusiastic regional following.

In recent years, Jim has been recording and producing records for artist from all over in his Fixed Hinge Studio he built in 2013. Some names of note Jim has worked with include Oh Susanna, Little Scream, The Skydiggers and Kalle Mattson.

His own self-described musical A.D.D. has kept his music fresh for decades now. Thoughtful lyrics & charming performances have earned him a devoted fan base, nominations for three Juno awards, The Polaris Prize, and The CBC’s "Heart Of Gold", and most recently winning the CFMA's "Producer of the year" and "Oliver Schroer Pushing the Boundries" Awards.

Vocalist Carleigh Aikins has appeared on numerous reknown stages singing for audiences all over North America and Europe. She's graced everywhere from Royal Albert Hall to the Ryman Auditorium; Red Rocks Amphitheatre to Massey Hall- and countless stages in between them.

Straight from the heart of the suburban wasteland of southern Ontario comes Brett Caswell, an emerging singer songwriter who has set his sights on breaking your heart, then making you smile. Drawing comparisons to Ryan Adams, Ben Folds, Led Zeppelin, and Connor Oberst, Caswell’s song-writing, coupled with the energy of his live performances have earned him a large and enthusiastic regional following.

At first listen, her warm, gritty, boot stompin’ music leads you through the southern USA, though Hanson hails from Ottawa, Canada. Her sound is born honestly through a lifetime of experience and influence, expressed through the rock, blues and roots that bleeds from her very being.

Skye Wallace is what happens when a classically trained singer with east coast roots discovers punk rock in their youth. Hailed coast to coast as a “national treasure” (Sad Mag), Skye Wallace is based out of Toronto, Ontario.

Singer / songwriter from Barrie, ON.

Straight from the heart of the suburban wasteland of southern Ontario comes Brett Caswell, an emerging singer songwriter who has set his sights on breaking your heart, then making you smile. Drawing comparisons to Ryan Adams, Ben Folds, Led Zeppelin, and Connor Oberst, Caswell’s song-writing, coupled with the energy of his live performances have earned him a large and enthusiastic regional following.

Andrew Cash is a Canadian singer-songwriter and an NDP politician who was the Member of Parliament for the Toronto-area Davenport electoral district from 2011 to 2015. He grew up in Toronto, where he and Charlie Angus founded the Toronto punk band L'Étranger. In the late 1990s he wrote for the Toronto weekly Now.

Cash draws on influences from 70’s Rock and Roll, 90’s Americana, Y2K Indie Rock, and current pop music—which all comes together to bring a uniquely simple and poignant style of song writing, where he weaves compelling stories that touch on the heart of the something that listeners can relate too.

Bonnell has never been easily pigeon-holed into the predictable mold of the singer-songwriter and Separate Rooms embraces this edict, turning traditional musical genres on their heads. With her hallmark honesty, the two-time Canadian Folk Music Award nominee effortlessly tackles such intense subject matter as mental illness, early pregnancy loss, and the dissolution of love.

Straight from the heart of the suburban wasteland of southern Ontario comes Brett Caswell, an emerging singer songwriter who has set his sights on breaking your heart, then making you smile. Drawing comparisons to Ryan Adams, Ben Folds, Led Zeppelin, and Connor Oberst, Caswell’s song-writing, coupled with the energy of his live performances have earned him a large and enthusiastic regional following.

A multi-instrumentalist (guitar, mandolin, tenor banjo), singer, and songwriter, Joey Wright is a much in demand player on Canada's bluegrass and acoustic folk scene, having worked with Amy Millan, Oh Susanna, Pierre Schryer, Ron Hynes, John Southworth as well as with his wife, Jenny Whiteley and more.

Don Kerr is a Canadian multi-instrumentalist and record producer. He is the drummer, lead singer and front man of Toronto band Communism, founded in 2014. He was a member of Rheostatics from 1995 to May 2001.

Schmidt has six LP's to her writing credit, along with a range of singles, collaborations with artists as wide ranging as hardcore punk phenomenon Fucked Up, to the inimitable USGirls, and Old Time and Bluegrass veteran Chris Coole.

A talented vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, Caswell has drawn upon his innumerable influences and more than a few friends to craft the follow up to his debut album Love Waiting.

A prolific songwriter, Lily Frost currently has 12 albums under her belt, under 5 different labels — Warner, Nettwerk, Aporia, Boxton and Marquis. Lily Frost comes from the Montreal underground mod scene. She moved to Vancouver and went from busking rockabilly to spearheading the Cocktail nation with her band The Colorifics who led the Blue Lizard Lounge scene throughout the 90’s.

Gillis gained Canadian national attention via her recordings and live performances. As a performer she has toured with such artists as Josh Ritter, Eliza Gilkyson, Jeremy Fisher and Ani Difranco, and opened for Shawn Colvin, Patty Griffin and John Prine. Her other appearances have included festival dates throughout North America, a one-year residency at New York City’s The Living Room, and a SXSW endorsed showcase.

Sarah Morano, bass player for the indie rock band, The Rip Nancies, whose ripping tones and up-beat garage rock will have you quickly dancing along. A force of underground sounds that bleed both contemporary and classic.

A talented vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, Caswell has drawn upon his innumerable influences and more than a few friends to craft the follow up to his debut album Love Waiting.

With a keen eye for the quirky and lyrics that create stories behind the songs, this born storyteller shares the personal and the profound. Thriving on live performance, John Wort Hannam is truly happy when he is on the road playing and connecting personally with an audience.

Bob Charters has an ability to hold an audience with a true and unique voice, and songs which express a poetic range from love to loss, from beginning to end. It's evident when Bob takes the microphone he's in a different place, like he's writing the song each time he sings it. It's this symbiotic relationship between voice and song that's made him a success on stages across Ontario and the East coast.

In late October Chantal has released her first EP'Call You Later'. Chantal was proud to put out a short Country-Pop album that was all her own original music but she felt that something was missing. After another year of writing she decided to record a full length album, with more of a pop feel that expressed personal experiences and heartfelt lyrics.

A talented vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, Caswell has drawn upon his innumerable influences and more than a few friends to craft the follow up to his debut album Love Waiting.

Bry’s lyrics are like strings of knots: you apprehend them, slowly unravel them, couldn’t ever understand how they were tied. He is a man whose steady, ragged voice draws shapes in freehand, his music is gorgeous and occasionally terse, more ore than filigree.

Wade launched a solo career in 2000 when he signed to Shoreline Records and released his debut album, Lucky 13. Five singles were released from the album, including the top 10 "Running Away with You".

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A talented vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, Caswell has drawn upon his innumerable influences and more than a few friends to craft the follow up to his debut album Love Waiting.

Lori Cullen is a Canadian pop and jazz singer-songwriter. She has released seven albums as a solo artist, has collaborated with other artists as a guest musician, and has been a Juno Award nominee.

Taylor Knox’s 2015 debut EP, Lines, marked the arrival of a rare breed of singer/songwriter, one whose instincts are naturally attuned to the power pop principles of crunchy guitars, smooth harmonies and tales of teenage heartache.

Craig Smith possesses warmth and an honesty that permeates everything he touches, everyone he meets, every song he sings. In addition to getting out on the road and playing live as a solo performer, as well as his band MACHINE, Craig Smith continues to record and produce other artists.

A talented vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, Caswell has drawn upon his innumerable influences and more than a few friends to craft the follow up to his debut album Love Waiting.

Visiting planet Gurf has always been an enlightening experience. After all, this Gurf Morlix fellow – Buffalo born, Texas bred – has provided us with countless indelible musical moments in the last 40-plus years.

The Junction is an indie rock band formed in 2000 from Brampton, Ontario, Canada. They signed to Universal Music in 2006 but later split from the label and went on to release recordings on their own independent label.

James Gray is a Singer/Songwriter from Emsdale On.

A talented vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, Caswell has drawn upon his innumerable influences and more than a few friends to craft the follow up to his debut album Love Waiting.

Oh Susanna (Suzie Ungerleider) discovers what it means to be undone by love, the exuberant freedom under the cover of night, and music bursting with riotous rebellion.

Julie Gibb is a Toronto-born author, songwriter, singer and multi-instrumentalist. Her current CD, All My Yesterdays, is quickly gaining momentum across Europe with great support from Euro-Americana radio stations and stellar reviews from print, television and internet media outlets alike.

Looking back in order to look ahead. Drawing from memories to open up new possibilities. That, in many respects, sums up Colour Film, the new identity of Hamilton, Ontario’s Matthew de Zoete.

A talented vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, Caswell has drawn upon his innumerable influences and more than a few friends to craft the follow up to his debut album Love Waiting.

Jane Siberry is a pure, prolific, Canadian singer-songwriter, composer, musician, record producer, poet, renowned for her hauntingly beautiful music, a signature sound that is uniquely her own, and for her unfailing artistic integrity and creative innovations.

Originally from Etobicoke, Ontario, he was a founding member of the rock band Rheostatics, and currently performs with Bidiniband. In addition, he has published several books about music, travel and sports, and has written feature journalism pieces and columns for numerous Canadian magazines and newspapers.

Wayne Petti is a Canadian singer-songwriter best known the vocalist for indie rock band Cuff the Duke. He has contributed to projects by Blue Rodeo, The Hylozoists and Hayden in addition to releasing material on his own and as part of his side-project Grey Lands.

A talented vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, Caswell has drawn upon his innumerable influences and more than a few friends to craft the follow up to his debut album Love Waiting.

Wendell won the "Guitar Player of the Year" so many times (7) they retired him. He's no longer eligible. Wendell has won the Canadian Country Music Associations' "Guitar Player of the Year" 1995-'96-'97-'98-'99.

The charismatic and sultry Eleanor Bull fronts the band with her powerhouse vocals flowing elegantly over harmonies, twang, and grooves echoing classic country and rock and roll.

Since Kevin debuted in 2014 with Dear Mama, an EP that saw international success, Kevin has situated himself next to his love in Montreal, and returns to the writer’s chair to bring us two new singles that take a deeper glimpse into the fleeting, never-ending chase of our “Golden Dreams” and one’s eternal search for who “I Am”.

A talented vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, Caswell has drawn upon his innumerable influences and more than a few friends to craft the follow up to his debut album Love Waiting.

Andrée-Anne Leclerc is known as Andee, with her fresh, incomparable voice and breathtaking talent. Born into a family of musicians, from early on Andee’s daily life evolved to the rhythms of popular music, both in French and English, which would reverberate in the living room at home.

His love of song writing is also complimented by his passion for performing. With his high energy and engaging live show, he will surely leave everyone with a tune in their head and a smile on their face.

Myles is a pop singer/songwriter from Toronto, ON that has recently been signed to Warner Music Canada.

A talented vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, Caswell has drawn upon his innumerable influences and more than a few friends to craft the follow up to his debut album Love Waiting.

Justin Nozuka began writing his own songs at the age of 12. Since then he has continued to impress every person who comes across him. His debut album ‘Holly’ was released in 2007 to critical acclaim when Justin was 17 years old.

Jory Nash is an award-winning singer-songwriter and storyteller who blends elements of folk, jazz, blues, pop & soul into an original stew of sound. He has recorded 8 critically acclaimed albums. the most recent being his Spring 2015 release The Many Hats of Jory Nash.

Zachary Lucky is unapologetically old-school country, armed with a husky, baritone voice - He carries himself like a younger Richard Buckner or a heartier Doug Paisley and receives comparisons to songwriters such as Gordan Lightfoot and Kris Kristofferson.

A talented vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, Caswell has drawn upon his innumerable influences and more than a few friends to craft the follow up to his debut album Love Waiting.

Originally from Lakefield, Ontario, Luke Nicholson had his first major breakthrough in 2008, when the track “Breathe” from the film Poor Boys Game earned a Genie nomination for Best Original Song.

Sean Pinchin delivers stories of personal struggle and triumph after living with depression for many years. Realizing that his grief could be put to constructive use, he began writing about everything that caused him pain, fear and heartache.

Singer, songwriter, guitarist from Barrie, ON

A talented vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, Caswell has drawn upon his innumerable influences and more than a few friends to craft the follow up to his debut album Love Waiting.

Born and raised on the Canadian prairies, Joey Landreth has grown up with a guitar in his hands. Working as a side man through his teens and early twenties Joey grew up on the road, playing music across genres from gospel to country.

Mark Kulmala, is a Montreal-based musician, originally from Sault Ste Marie. His new solo project, My Father’s Son, brings together intricate lyrics and the richness of simplified, acoustic sound.

Cassie Dasilva is a singer-songwriter from smalltown Ontario. Several hilariously failed attempts at a love life have inspired her committed relationship with music. The young artist is clumsily navigating the world, writing songs and preparing for her debut release.

A talented vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, Caswell has drawn upon his innumerable influences and more than a few friends to craft the follow up to his debut album Love Waiting.

Dave Bidini s a Canadian musician and writer. Originally from Etobicoke, Ontario, he was a founding member of the rock band Rheostatics, and currently performs with Bidiniband. In addition, he has published several books about music, travel and sports, and has written feature journalism pieces and columns for numerous Canadian magazines and newspapers.

Craig Smith possesses warmth and an honesty that permeates everything he touches, everyone he meets, every song he sings. In addition to getting out on the road and playing live as a solo performer, as well as his band MACHINE, Craig Smith continues to record and produce other artists.

Kat has built an extensive career as a touring musician over the years, most recently on the road with international pop star P!NK playing keys, guitar, and singing backing vocals in her band.

A talented vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, Caswell has drawn upon his innumerable influences and more than a few friends to craft the follow up to his debut album Love Waiting.

Dani Strong is a Country singer/songwriter with incredible depth and charm. She is a natural musician, multi-instrumentalist, exceptional songwriter and a captivating performer.

Since Fall of 2013 Pat has performed more than 600 times in 4 different countries. Lengthy tours of the United Kingdom during University “Freshers” and “Refreshers” seasons have galvanized his efforts as a hard-working, self-made artist. Pat is an award-winning favorite in the Canadian campus market.

With her girl next door good looks and small town charm, it might be tempting to describe Karla Crawford as just another typical country girl who can sing. But that wouldn’t be entirely accurate.

A talented vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, Caswell has drawn upon his innumerable influences and more than a few friends to craft the follow up to his debut album Love Waiting.

Russell deCarle is a founding member, lead vocalist, bassist, and contributing songwriter to the multi-platinum, Juno award winning, country roots group Prairie Oyster.

Jerry Leger is a Canadian singer-songwriter. Since 2005, he has released 8 acclaimed albums and toured extensively playing shows with acts such as Ron Sexsmith, The Sadies, Jesse Winchester, Fred Eaglesmith, Danny Michel, Jill Barber, Justin Townes Earle, Deer Tick, Skydiggers, Jim Lauderdale, Dawes, Tift Merritt, Doug Paisley, among others.

The Toronto-by-way-of-Sarnia, Ontario singer-songwriter’s work has appeared on television shows, in films and in commercials but it’s the personal tales on his debut full-length album While It’s Still Light Out that stand to gain Austin the most notice.

A talented vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, Caswell has drawn upon his innumerable influences and more than a few friends to craft the follow up to his debut album Love Waiting.

In addition to recording and performing the music of Zeus, the band also served as the backing band for Canadian musician Jason Collett. The band have release three albums and an EP.

Wendell won the "Guitar Player of the Year" so many times (7) they retired him. He's no longer eligible.

Self described first and foremost as a guitar player, Yates reaches out to his fans by crafting rhythmic guitar arrangements blended seamlessly with melodies that transport his listeners into the world of his lyrics.

A talented vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, Caswell has drawn upon his innumerable influences and more than a few friends to craft the follow up to his debut album Love Waiting.

Gurf's integrity, combined his near innate sense of music and how to make it sound not just good, but great, that have attracted so many well-respected artists to work with him over the years.

Wayne Petti is a Canadian singer-songwriter best known the vocalist for indie rock band Cuff the Duke. He has contributed to projects by Blue Rodeo, The Hylozoists and Hayden in addition to releasing material on his own and as part of his side-project Grey Lands.

Shannon Lyon released his first solo album in 1994 and has released 13 albums to date. He has toured extensively throughout North America, Australia and Europe and has lived in Holland, Germany and Spain.

A talented vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, Caswell has drawn upon his innumerable influences and more than a few friends to craft the follow up to his debut album Love Waiting.

Julian Taylor is a Canadian singer-songwriter. Formerly associated with the band Staggered Crossing, he has continued to record and perform as a solo artist since that band's breakup in 2007.

“When you meet Australian native Gina Horswood you notice all the charm and warmth you expect from an Aussie, but when you hear her sing her songs you feel the depth and understanding of an artist.”

Singer/Songwriter & Pianist based out of Barrie, Ontario. Vocals in band Stonetrotter

Smith first made his mark in 2007 as a solo recording artist, with his debut album Not Sure Not Sure, a musical statement of self-awareness that made the Toronto Star Anti-Hit List.

In 2003 he won the Roots Artist of the Year at the Canadian Country Music Awards and he has also won the Independent Male Artist of the Year award in 1997.

Kelly Prescott is a "from-the-cradle" country singer. She hails from two musically renowned family lines, spanning three generations. Naturally, she inherited the foundation to follow her musical heart.

Danielle has been living and working in Nashville for four years where she has been writing with a number of A-list songwriters and has signed a worldwide publishing deal with Ole Media Management. Danielle got her 1st big cut with legend Tom Cochrane which was released this July 2014.

A talented vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, Caswell has drawn upon his innumerable influences and more than a few friends to craft the follow up to his debut album Love Waiting.

Robitaille has independently released four full-length albums and several EPs. One of his music videos reached the #1 spot on MuchMoreMusic's Daily Top 10 countdown. He has played hundreds of shows, performed at the Mariposa Folk Festival and the Hillside Festival.

Mythen is a globetrotting troubadour – an Irish-born, contemporary Canadian folk artist who’s been amassing accolades and achievements across several continents over the years.

With two full length albums of his own material, Dave offers an eclectic blend of heartfelt, lyrically driven acoustic tunes, and an indie rock style, that reflect his time becoming the performer he is now.

A talented vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, Caswell has drawn upon his innumerable influences and more than a few friends to craft the follow up to his debut album Love Waiting.

Jamie Warren, born in Hanover, Ontario, Canada, is a country music singer-songwriter, and the most awarded independent male artist in the Canadian country music industry.

Her old-time banjo-picking skills, deft arrangements, and songwriting abilities have landed her in the spotlight in North America and the UK, garnering critical acclaim from outlets such as Rolling Stone, CBC Music and The Roots Music Report.

Graham Nicholas has created an emotionally resonant world inhabited by troubled and love hungry characters. Never alienated for their insecurities, his characters are instead respected by the empathetic voice of an honest songwriter.

A talented vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, Caswell has drawn upon his innumerable influences and more than a few friends to craft the follow up to his debut album Love Waiting.

Gavin began his foray into music armed with a 4-track cassette recorder and a Radio Shack microphone. The love of music that was born inside those basement walls eventually led to his role as a burgeoning and sought after Mastering Engineer.

It’s been said before how so much of what Sam Cash does is reminiscent of Bruce Springsteen and Elvis Costello at the outset of their careers. Does that create unrealistic expectations? Perhaps, but one can’t forget that both of those artists were tagged with being “new Dylans.”

Cat Montgomery is a trained theatre artist and pianist. She combines the two: she kicks up in the composition/songwriter/pianist department, and executes her music live with her highly passionate performance ability.

A talented vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, Caswell has drawn upon his innumerable influences and more than a few friends to craft the follow up to his debut album Love Waiting.

This Canadian songstress has a voice that can pierce a heart of stone. Her superbly crafted songs often tell stories of troubled souls who rebel against their circumstances to attain a quiet dignity. These are tales of longing and love, of small town joys and pains, of our simple feelings and strong passions.

Slow Leaves is the project of Winnipeg’s Grant Davidson who began making albums under his own name in 2006. After leaving his day job in 2012 to work on music full-time, Davidson adopted the project name Slow Leaves for subsequent releases the Second Chances EP and the full-length Beauty Is So Common.

Local artist Todd Jeffery is a founding member of alt-folk band HarpaCash & the Morals. His songwriting as well as his graceful guitar sounds, are key components of the band’s success. The band's first full-length album, Lamps, produced by Michael Timmins (Cowboy Junkies) is due out later this year.

A talented vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, Caswell has drawn upon his innumerable influences and more than a few friends to craft the follow up to his debut album Love Waiting.

Emm Gryner is a Canadian pop/rock singer-songwriter with several albums to her credit. She won the Canadian Music Publisher’s Songwriting scholarship, the Mix 99.9 Songwriting Contest (now Radiostar) and has been nominated 3 times for a Juno Award (twice for Best Pop Album).

Jonathan Byrd is an American singer-songwriter based in Carrboro, North Carolina. He is best known for his narrative tales of love, life, and death in America.

He'll move you and groove you with traditional Celtic tunes, soulful roots-rock originals and high-energy covers that he makes his own. His seamless combination of looping and effect pedals deliver an amazingly rich, big sound. And, with his entertaining Scottish sense of humour, he's a force to be heckled with.

A talented vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, Caswell has drawn upon his innumerable influences and more than a few friends to craft the follow up to his debut album Love Waiting.