Every so often, a song arrives that feels like it was written for everyone, everywhere. For Newbridge, that song is “San Somewhere,” the standout single from their debut album Past Lives.
Hailing from Halifax, Nova Scotia, Newbridge blends Americana, folk, and roots-rock with a warmth and grit that feels both timeless and immediate. On Past Lives, the group channels the storytelling spirit of The Band and Van Morrison, but it’s “San Somewhere” that has truly captured hearts across Canada and beyond.
At its core, “San Somewhere” is about escape, that universal desire to break free from routine and rediscover possibility. It’s a song that invites listeners to imagine a horizon just out of reach, a place where renewal waits. With its soaring melodies, blues-tinged foundation, and lyrical honesty, the track manages to sound both deeply personal and widely relatable.
The impact of “San Somewhere” has already been undeniable. Since its release, the song has found high-profile placements on CBC’s Hockey Night in Canada during Hockey Day in Canada 2025, as well as on Rogers Sportsnet’s coverage of the Toronto Blue Jays Opening Week. What makes the song resonate so deeply is the synergy of the band itself. With veterans like Keith Maddison, Glen Nicholson, Jeff Mosher, Warren Robert, and Robbie Crowell, Newbridge brings together decades of experience on global stages. Their collective history gives “San Somewhere” both polish and soul, making it a track that lingers long after the last chord.
For fans of folk-rock storytelling, “San Somewhere” is more than just a song, it’s an invitation. An invitation to roll down the windows, turn up the volume, and set out on a journey toward whatever’s next. And with Past Lives, Newbridge has proven they’re more than ready to lead the way.
