Firehose of Lies is the latest single from Jeff D. Michel, an Estevan, SK, based singer/songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer. It is his first new music since the release of his 2021 album Back to the Moon, and one of only a select number of new songs containing vocals. On Firehose of Lies, Jeff blends elements of folk/roots/blues with thoughtful and well-crafted lyrics to convey the urgency of current events. Firehose of Lies is a clear-eyed and sober look at the divisive and dangerous state of the current United States political landscape and its enablers, as seen from an outsider’s lens. Firehose of Lies will be released to all digital/streaming services on Friday, February 27, 2026.
Firehose of Lies is the first offering from Jeff’s forthcoming collection of new music, tentatively entitled The View From Up Here, an eclectic mix of instrumental and vocal tracks, with instrumental themes ranging from high-energy backcountry off-roading vibes to meandering, light, acoustic-driven pieces. The vocal tracks offer insightful commentary on some of the urgent social justice issues at the forefront of the current daily news cycles.
Jeff’s 2021 album Back to the Moon was well-received at radio, with 4 tracks featured regionally on CBC Radio One (SK) as well as College Radio with adds/rotation in over 65 markets across the US and Canada. It tied for #10 in the Best Saskatchewan Albums of 2021 and was nominated in the Best Roots/Folk Album category in 2022. Never Had a Chance to Miss You from Back to the Moon was selected as a semi-finalist in the 2021 International Songwriting Competition. In 2020, as a member of the folk/roots trio Hook & Nail, their album Ghosts of Taylorton earned them a Canadian Folk Music Award nomination for New/Emerging Artist of the Year.
Watch for additional tracks from The View From Up Here to be announced leading up to the full album release expected in Fall of 2026. Follow Jeff on social media to stay informed of release dates and other news.
