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Band Bio

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Madame Psychosis is a five-piece alt pop & indie rock band from Toronto. The band first made waves with their self-titled debut album, released in June of 2017. Alan Cross, the internationally syndicated host of The Ongoing History of New Music, selected the single “Space Motorcycle” for his weekly Top 11 Playlist in August of 2017.

Coming off the heels of this positive reception, Madame Psychosis was invited to perform on the nationally televised segment of Global’s The Morning Show in January 2019. They were also selected to perform at Canadian Music Week in May 2019 and cracked Dropout Entertainment’s Top Picks for CMW 2019.

That same year they released their sophomore album, Survivor, which garnered positive reaction. RX Music says, “the band sound better than ever, with memorable hooks that reward repeated listens, and an elevated chemistry fans will appreciate.” LA-based Buzz Music says, “The musicianship on this project is consistently flawless, whether the moment is high energy or more of a subtle, intentional gathering of layers.”

Madame Psychosis is turning their attention in 2023 to recording their third studio album, with plans on releasing new music throughout the year.

You can find Madame Psychosis on all major streaming services.

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Music

Albums

Our new album, Survivor, was released on September 20th, 2019. It is available on Spotify, Apple Music, SoundCloud, Bandcamp, Deezer and Tidal.

Album credits:

Recorded at Union Sound Company by Alex Gamble
Mixed by Alex Gamble
Mastered by LANDR
Distributed by LANDR
Artwork by Bret McCaffrey

Our self-titled debut album was released on June 16th, 2017. It is available on Spotify, Apple Music/iTunes and Bandcamp.

Album credits:

Recorded at Candle Recording Studio and Union Sound Company by Alex Gamble
Mixed at Poetic Groove Productions by Michelle Mondesir
Mastered at IndiePool by Joao Carvalho
Band photo by Marcin Kaczor
Album artwork by Bret McCaffrey

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Singles

“Kapow” was released on July 8th, 2019 as the third single from Survivor. The song is now available on Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer and SoundCloud.

Song Credits:

Recorded at Union Sound Company in Toronto on February 3rd, 2019 by Alex Gamble
Mixed by Alex Gamble
Mastered by LANDR
Distributed by LANDR
Artwork by Bret McCaffrey

“Crashing Down” was released on May 6th, 2019 as the second single from Survivor. The song is now available on Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer, Bandcamp and SoundCloud.

Song credits:

Recorded at Union Sound Company in Toronto on July 14th, 2018 by Alex Gamble
Mixed by Alex Gamble
Mastered by LANDR
Distributed by LANDR
Artwork by Bret McCaffrey

“Just Wanna Be Myself” was released on January 3rd, 2019 as the lead single from Survivor. It is available on Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer, Bandcamp and SoundCloud.

Song credits:

Recorded at Union Sound Company in Toronto on November 17th, 2018 by Alex Gamble
Mixed by Kevin O’Leary
Mastered by LANDR
Distributed by LANDR
Artwork by Jaina Tharakan

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Videos

Official music video for “Crashing Down”

Official music video for “Just Wanna Be Myself”

Official music video for “Born to Love You”

“Kapow”, performed live on Global’s The Morning Show on September 25th, 2019

“Just Wanna Be Myself”, performed live on Global’s The Morning Show on Jan. 3rd, 2019

“Space Motorcycle”, performed live at The Opera House in Toronto on July 21st, 2017.

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Social Media

Madame Psychosis can be found on the following social media and music platforms. Please click on any of the logos to visit the band’s respective pages.

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Announcements

Press release: Madame Psychosis have “raised the stakes” with the release of their new album “Survivor”

Press release: Madame Psychosis releases “infectious earworm”, “Kapow”, just in time for summer

Press release: Madame Psychosis releases “soaring” new single “Crashing Down” ahead of CMW performances

Press release: Madame Psychosis releases new high-energy single, “Just Wanna Be Myself”

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Media & Reviews

“Just Wanna Be Myself” cracks A Journal of Musical Things’ ‘Top 5 New Music from the Inbox’ list (December ’19)

“When listening to their music, it becomes so evident that their collective sound is completely new from anything we’ve heard before… Madame Psychosis embeds a variety of genres, seeming almost effortless in its execution” – from Buzz Music’s ‘Best of 2019’ feature (December ’19)

“The musicianship on this project is consistently flawless, whether the moment is high energy or more of a subtle, intentional gathering of layers, Madame Psychosis know precisely how to bring about the right pace while still managing to impress” – from Buzz Music’s review of Survivor (September ’19)

“The band have raised the stakes…The band sound better than ever, with memorable hooks that rewards repeated listens, and an elevated chemistry fans will appreciate” – from RX Music’s review of Survivor (September ’19)

“This 5 piece have created a piece of art that is rich in heart and soul. Their sound is accessible and filled with beautiful arrangements” – from FVMusicBlog’s review of Survivor (September ’19)

“Don’t Care” featured on UK-based Right Chord Music’s Lost on Radio podcast, in which the song is called “a gem” and “absolutely brilliant” (September ’19)

“Mindful of the slogan ‘don’t bore us, get to the chorus’, they don’t waste any time on an intro…the up-beat feel-good song contains a catchy chorus that’s impossible not to sing along to” – from Carte Blanche Music review of “Kapow” (September ’19)

Madame Psychosis performs “Kapow” on Global’s The Morning Show during the national broadcast (September ’19)

Interview with Canadian Beats Media ahead of Survivor‘s release date (September ’19)

Madame Psychosis is featured on 94.9 The Rock FM‘s artist spotlight, Generation Next, during the week of May 14th, 2018 leading up to the release of Survivor. Four songs from the album were showcased, including “Kapow”, “Just Wanna Be Myself”, “Don’t Care”, and “Not Supposed To Be Here”. (September ’19)

Survivor featured on Germany-based music blog Find A Song. (September ’19)

Interview with UK-based Cougar Microbes about the “infectious” single Kapow and the imminent release of Survivor (September ’19)

Madame Psychosis featured in Cashbox Magazine ahead of Survivor album release (September ’19)

“Kapow” featured on UK-based Right Chord Music’s Lost on Radio podcast (August ’19)

“It hints at the 90s, slips in a nod to 00s alt rock and tops it of with a dose of modern pop to create a classic earworm” – from Yack! Magazine’s review of “Kapow” (August ’19)

Madame Psychosis performs “Kapow” on CHCH’s Morning Live Music Friday segment (August ’19)

“The heart-dropping anthem leaves us craving more from the indie rock collective, we can’t wait to see what they deliver next!” – from LA-based Buzz Music’s review of “Kapow” (August ’19)

Interview with Steel City Music on 101.5FM The Hawk (August ’19)

“The writing of “Kapow” is one of the most original tales you’ll ever hear” – from PureGrainAudio feature (August ’19)

“Kapow” featured on UK-based Lost In The Manor’s The Big 6 roundup (August ’19)

“Led by the infectious vocals of Michelle Mondesir, the quintet offer up infectious melodies and funky guitar riffs in their lively indie-meets-rock sound” – from UK-based GigRadar’s review of “Kapow” and interview with the band (July ’19)

“A brilliant piece of music…Madame Psychosis has made a real gem again” – from Lefuturewave’s review of “Kapow” (July ’19)

“..frenetic pace is kept up across three and a half minutes of driving drums, reverberating guitar riffs, and the fierce vocal delivery of singer Michelle Mondesir” – from Little Indie review of “Kapow” (July ’19)

“This song is a drum fuelled tour through what a band enjoying themselves can do” – from Mind Noise Network review of “Kapow” (July ’19)

“From beginning to end, “Kapow” is a head-thrashing, wild ride of energy and guitar riffs that will have listeners on their feet…sounds like the exact moment a shot of espresso hits your blood stream and feels like you could take on the world because of it” – from Hot Lunch Music review (July ’19)

“Kapow is full of gritty spunk, it gives us blaring guitars, a driving drumbeat, and orotund vocals, add the infectious chorus into the mix and you have the perfect anthem for your weekend and beyond. Keep a lookout for Madame Psychosis’s sophomore album” – from The Girls at the Rock Show’s ‘Four For Friday’ feature (July ’19)

“Toronto-based outfit unleash a fast and frenzied alt-rock belter, with hints of The Yeah Yeah Yeahs” – from UK-based Mystic Son’s review of “Kapow” (July ’19)

“The bands mixture of indie rock and alt pop is very impressive, whether they are performing more melodic and refined pieces such as ‘Crashing Down’ or full on rockers like ‘Kapow’, they give every song their all, and do so with considerable class” – from Beehive Candy’s band feature (July ’19)

“Kapow” featured on UK-based music blog She Makes Music, which features female-identifying and non-binary artists from around the world (July ’19)

“An exciting pop rock single this summer. Fast, dynamic and spontaneous, inviting us to sing with them” – from Indonesian-based ParaPOP’s review of “Kapow” (July ’19)

Interview with Madame Psychosis after the release of “Kapow” on Broadtube Music Network (July ’19)

“’Kapow’ is a non-stop, energy ride shooting out of the gate with a driving drumbeat, a thunderous guitar riff, and an anthemic lyrical delivery” – from Nashville-based East of 8th’s review (July ’19)

“An infectious earworm reminiscent of youthful summer love and endless summer days.” – from The Spill Magazine’s exclusive premiere of “Kapow” (July ’19)

“Kapow” featured on Germany-based music blog Find A Song. (July ’19)

“This track is all mellifluous magic wrapped in a grungy garage rock exterior…“Crashing Down” is upbeat, overjoyed, poetic, good-natured awesomeness put to music.” – from Odd Nugget review of “Crashing Down” (July ’19)

“Crashing Down” featured on UK-based music blog She Makes Music, which features female-identifying and non-binary artists from around the world. (July ’19)

Madame Psychosis cracks Dropout Entertainment’s Top Picks for Canadian Music Week 2019 (May ’19)

“A song that takes the listener on a poetic journey” – from Spill Magazine’s exclusive premiere of “Crashing Down” (May ’19)

“There’s a genuine air of honesty that runs throughout their songwriting…this song is one that gets better and better with each revisit” – from Stereo Stickman review of “Just Wanna Be Myself” (March ’19)

‘“Just Wanna Be Myself” is a pop-rock diddy and a testament to being comfortable, or the quest to be comfortable -in your own skin’ – from Dropout Entertainment review (February ’19)

Madame Psychosis featured in Cashbox Magazine following the release of “Just Wanna Be Myself” (January ’19)

“Why I like it: A fun, upbeat song with sweet yet edgy female vocals” – from Alan Cross’ blog, ‘A Journal of Musical Things’ following the release of “Just Wanna Be Myself” (January ’19)

Alan Cross an internationally-syndicated radio broadcaster and host of radio series ‘The Ongoing History of New Music’.

Madame Psychosis performs “Just Wanna Be Myself” on Global’s The Morning Show during the national broadcast (January ’19)

Madame Psychosis is featured on 94.9 The Rock FM‘s artist spotlight, Generation Next, during the week of May 14th, 2018. Four songs from the debut album were showcased, including “Space Motorcycle”, “Run”, “On Top of The Game”, and “Mellow”. (May ’18)

“Space Motorcycle” comes in at number four on Alan Cross’ ‘A Journal of Musical Things’ weekly top 11 playlist (August ’17)

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Upcoming Shows

Sunday, June 4th – Brampton Pride – Garden Square, Brampton
Wednesday, June 7th – Canadian Music Week – The Wheatsheaf Tavern, Toronto
Friday, June 30th – Dakota Tavern (in support of Lost In Japan), Toronto

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Previous Shows

Saturday, November 26th – Lee’s Palace (in support of Skye Wallace’s Terribly Good Tour)
Saturday, July 16th, 2022 – Sneaky Dee’s
Friday, February 25th, 2022 – The Monarch Tavern
Friday, August 27th, 2021 – Festival Lingua Franca (live stream)
Friday, June 18th, 2021 – Finessed Finds: Rising Artist Showcase (live stream)
Saturday, December 5th, 2020 – Punk Black Virtual World Tour (live stream)
Saturday, June 27th, 2020 – Voices in Unity Queer POC Artist Showcase (live stream)
Saturday, May 2nd, 2020 – Dropout Entertainment’s #QuaratineSongs Series (live stream)
Friday, March 6th, 2020 – The Hideout (The Bout Music Festival & Competition)
Saturday, February 29th, 2020 – Drums N Flats
Sunday, February 23rd, 2020 – Bovine Sex Club
Sunday, January 26th, 2020 – Handlebar
Saturday, January 4th, 2020 – Lee’s Palace
Saturday, December 21st, 2019 – The Garrison
Friday December 6th, 2019 – The Cavern Bar
Friday, November 15th, 2019 – Cameron House (Indie Week)
Wednesday, November 13th, 2019 – The Mod Club (RAW Toronto artist spotlight)
Wednesday, September 25th, 2019 – Global’s The Morning Show (TV appearance)
Friday, September 20th, 2019 – The Hideout (album release)
Friday, August 9th, 2019 – Music Friday on CHCH Morning Live (TV appearance)
Friday, August 2nd, 2019 – Sneaky Dee’s
Sunday, June 30th, 2019 – Toronto Ribfest
Friday, June 21st, 2019 – The Joint
Friday, May 10th, 2019 – Revival Bar – (Canadian Music Week)
Wednesday, May 8th, 2019 – Stackt Studio (Canadian Music Week)
Friday, April 12th, 2019 – The Cavern Bar
Friday, March 22nd, 2019 at The Hideout (The Bout Music Festival & Competition)
Monday, February 25th, 2019 – The Horseshoe Tavern
Thursday, January 3rd, 2019 – The Morning Show on Global (TV appearance)
Tuesday, December 11th, 2018 – The Rivoli
Tuesday, December 4th, 2018 – The Gladstone (private function)
Friday, October 19th, 2018 – The Cavern Bar
Friday, October 12th, 2018 – B-side Lounge
Friday, October 5th, 2018 – The Cavern Bar
Thursday, September 20th, 2018 – The Piston
Monday, July 23rd, 2018 – The Horseshoe Tavern
Sunday, July 1st, 2018 at Toronto Ribfest (Canada Day)
Saturday, May 26th, 2018 – The Cavern Bar
Friday, April 27th, 2018 – Revival Bar
Friday, February 9th, 2018 – Junction City Music Hall
Friday, December 15th, 2017 – Junction City Music Hall
Friday, November 17th, 2017 – The Opera House
Saturday, September 9th, 2017 – The Supermarket
Friday, August 25th, 2017 – The Cavern Bar
Friday, July 21st, 2017 – The Opera House
Friday, June 16th, 2017 – Junction City Music Hall (album release)
Friday, May 5th, 2017 – The Cavern Bar
Thursday, April 13th, 2017 – Hard Luck Bar
Saturday, March 18th, 2017 – The Opera House
Friday, February 10th, 2017 – Revival Bar
Wednesday, November 2nd, 2016 – The Supermarket
Tuesday, October 25th, 2016 – Junction City Music Hall
Friday, October 21st, 2016 – Revival Bar
Thursday, October 6th, 2016 – The Silver Dollar Room
Saturday, September 3rd, 2016 – The Central
Saturday, August 27th, 2016 – Sue-Ann Staff Estate Winery
Thursday, July 21st, 2016 – The Cavern Bar
Wednesday, June 8th, 2016 – Smiling Buddha
Thursday, May 26th, 2016 – The Silver Dollar Room