Young Empires make what they call “world beat haute rock.” They are also one of the most enterprising indie bands in the Canadian scene right now, growing audiences both here and in the States thanks to blog support, radio play and music placements in TV and film projects.

I managed to corner frontman Matt in the Young Empires tour van and get him to tell us just what “world beat haute rock” is all about, among other things. Listen to our chat.

1) Young Empires, Wake All My Youth EP (2012) "White Doves”

2) Young Empires, Wake All My Youth EP (2012) "Enter Through the Sun”

3) Young Empires, Wake All My Youth EP (2012) "Beaches”

4) Young Empires, Wake All My Youth EP (2012) "Rain of Gold”

ALL songs CANCON