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MusicNL Week 2026
Rock Artist & Rising Star
A huge surprise—and we're incredibly grateful—for the two nominations we received today in recognition of our debut album, In-Yun.
We truly didn't expect this, and we'd like to sincerely thank MusicNL and everyone involved in the nomination process for recognizing the hard work we've put into this release. It means a great deal to us.
Congratulations to all of today's nominees and to our fellow artists across the Newfoundland and Labrador music community. Keep rockin'! 🤘
Nominated for:
⭐ Rock Artist of the Year
⭐ Rising Star of the Year
See you at MusicNL Week 2026!
#MNLW2026
July 24 at The Black Sheep
Modern Behaviours & The Way East
Drop down to the Black Sheep, post Churchill Park Festival, and see The Way East & Modern Behaviours rock the night away on July 24! (FRIDAY)
If you're into Goo Goo Dolls, Gin Blossom, Foo Fighters, Kings of Leon but with a fresh twist, you're sure to be in for a treat that night!
See You There ❤✌
#georgestreetmusic #alternativemusic #thewayeastnl #newfoundlandrockartist
Downhome Magazine
July Edition 2026
Pickup your July copy of the Downhome Magazine. Newfoundlands premier Magazine of all things Newfoundland & Labrador.
Inside is an interview done with Wendy Rose and the band, as they discuss the bands debut album release "In-Yun".
Lots of fun facts and insight into the band, plus a Q&A section with each of the band members you'll want to check out!
Pickup your copy today! 👀
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ALBUM RELEASE SHOW
Sat. June 27 - JUNCTIONS
💥IN-YUN Album Release Show💥
Join us on Saturday, June 27 at Junctions as we celebrate the release of our debut album, In-Yun!
We'll be sharing the album live from front to back, along with a few favourites from the past and even some new music we've been working on. 👀
We're also excited to be joined by the incredible Strike4 and Evan West & His Band for what promises to be a great night of local music.
Grab your friends, have a drink, sing along, and help us celebrate this milestone with us. We'd love to see you there!
📍 Junctions
🚪 Doors: 9 PM
🎸 Music: 10 PM
🎟️ Cover: $15
Let's make it a night to remember.
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SPARKS Hits #1
East Coast Top 30
After several weeks on East Coast Top 30, SPARKS reaches #1 and retires into the Hall of Fame (10 Weeks).
"Back"-Track
"Life’s Mysteries" is a band favourite to perform live and stands as a defining track from the upcoming album In Yun.
The song explores themes of addiction, trauma, grief, and recovery, reflecting on why people often turn to self-destructive behaviour while trying to cope with emotional pain.
Addiction has impacted nearly every community in some way, affecting families, friendships, and personal identity. "Life’s Mysteries" speaks to that reality — the difficult path through substance abuse, the attempt to numb trauma, and the struggle to find clarity on the other side.
Its lyrics paint the emotional tension between pain and healing: how choosing temporary relief can often deepen long-term hardship, while recovery slowly reveals perspective and growth.
At its core, the chorus reflects on how life eventually forces understanding — how, over time, we begin to make sense of our past while continuing forward.
For the band, this song carries personal weight and also marks an important musical step forward, capturing both emotional honesty and the evolving sound of The Way East.
New Year / New Music
SPARKS
January 23, 2026 - The band releases new music to start the year off with a bang!
SPARKS offers everything you want to feel and hear in an early 2000s rock song, when the band pays homage to their younger roots.
Heavy drums, rolling bass lines and lead hooks that give and take, connecting the choruses lyrics and the angst felt from our youth.
Check it out wherever you listen to music or check out the Music Tab here on our webpage and give it a listen!