Feel My Heart Beat (feat. Christina Miter)

With J9’s next series of releases, the artist will be releasing each track off of their next album, Colt 45, as a single and then repackaging them as an album. “I Like It” is the second single off of Colt 45, of 9 anticipated tracks to be released that will make up the album.

I Like It (ft. Dylan Reisch)

Dark Arts (ft. Gin Sexsmith)

That Was Yesterday

Lonely Road (ft. The Dark Notice & Gin Sexsmith)

Reinventing a classic, J9 presents a revitalized take on "Pleasure & Pain," originally crafted by Djedjotronic and Miss Kitten.  The reimagined track is a journey into the realms of electronic body music, blending a dark, shadowy undertone with an edgy, driving force that demands movement.  J9's rendition goes beyond a simple remix, offering an adventurous exploration of industrial rhythm and layering that adds a fresh dynamic to the classic track.

Joining J9 on this sonic voyage is Peril Erinyes, the enigmatic vocal powerhouse fronting the band Phantom High.  Erinyes' voice, characterized by its unique tonal quality, brings a richness to the song that's both inviting and intriguing. Peril’s addition of a new verse further elevates the track, creating a captivating tension that keeps the listeners hooked from start to finish.

"Pleasure & Pain" marks an important milestone for J9 as their first single independent of an album, charting a new course in their musical journey.  "Pleasure & Pain" not only showcases their deftness in manipulating soundscapes but also their ability to inject their unique essence into a beloved classic.

Pleasure & Pain (ft. Peril Erinyes)

Break Us (Ft. Mike Oz & Christina Miter)

How The World Ends (Ft. Dylan Reisch)

J9 - ApolloArchitectSet - Nov5 - 2020

Born and raised in the town of Dunnville, southern Ontario, Janine "J9" Carter has been a constant figure in Toronto's thriving music scene. This art and music enthusiast took the leap from the small-town life and ventured into Toronto's bustling energy right after high school. While J9 initially opted for a career in visual arts, their innate passion for music never waned, only growing stronger after building a lasting friendship with Scott Gray, a prominent figure in bands like World Next Door and Tripping Hazard.

As a seasoned Royal Conservatory musician, J9 made meaningful contributions to the Toronto art rock scene with their involvement in local bands The Good Ideas and Tripping Hazard. Eventually, their creative journey took a turn towards the electronic genre, allowing J9 to craft a unique sonic identity that was a distinctively alternative spin on contemporary electronic pop. This sound was notably influenced by '90s trip-hop and experimental pop, drawing inspiration from the likes of Cibo Matto, Bjork, and Mazzy Star.

Immersed from a young age in the eclectic worlds of Bjork, Beethoven, and The Beatles, J9's music naturally exudes an offbeat, audacious, and romantic quality - a vibe that existed even before their venture into electronic sounds.  Elements of J9's non-binary Metis Canadian identity occasionally surface through their androgynous vocal tones and distinctive percussion choices.  In the realm of production, Ableton Live and Push are J9's canvas and brush of choice.  Analog synth contributes significantly to their work, playing a vital role in providing many of the unique textural nuances in their tracks.

With a firm belief in the healing power of art, J9 transformed personal struggles into catalysts for transformation, most notably reflected in their debut album, Destructo. This theme continued in their subsequent album, Colt 45, released as a sequence of singles. Both albums, akin to cathartic breakup anthologies, draw inspiration from the tribulations of love, the swings between intoxication and sobriety, and the turmoil of global chaos.

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