Longform: Guides

From “Album of the Year” to “Flavour of the Month,” SMACK picks their favourite stories in a non-stop year.

In commemoration of the 20th anniversary of 9/11, we look at the impact of 9/11 on millennials, Gen Zs and the pop culture we consume.

Big Boi, André, the Coastal Feud, the ’96 Summer Olympics, Atlanta and Alienation set the backdrop for one of the most unique hip hop albums of all time.

On the eve of its ninth birthday we talk about Frank Ocean mania in 2012 and collect the sea of media surrounding the instant classic.

On its middle aged birthday, The Smiths' definitive work gets the SMACK Media shrine treatment - discussion, multimedia, and contemporary fare.

The New Goddess of Reinvention receives the SMACK Media Treatment.

from “Album of the Year” to “Flavour of the Month.”

Toronto-based Latin artist Lido Pimienta is turning heads for her outspoken political views, but retaining focus for her incredible music.

The people at SMACK MEDIA have compiled a list for music lovers who are running out of content to binge in the middle of self-isolation.

One of Africa’s modern musical giants is bursting into the Canadian mainstream.

Montreal's Lou Phelps is making waves for his dance bangers and skills on the mic.

How indie band Phosphenes are making it in and out of Nepal.

Ahead of their show in Toronto in 10 days, we at Smack have done our best to capture the EARTHGANG story thus far.

The first in our "What About" breakthrough artist profile series.