What better way to listen to The Something Club’s latest single, “You’re Weird,” than to pair it with a luxurious raspberry mousse dessert topped with rich chocolate ganache? Check out the recipe below! 

Toronto-based duo The Something Club is feeling inspired and excited after releasing their playful new single “You’re Weird” earlier this summer. This track is the first of five singles they plan to share before unveiling their full-length album later this year—a vibrant 12-song collection that beautifully blends pop, electronica, and heartfelt emotion with a fun twist. The band consists of lifelong friends Hailey and Shayne, who first connected while studying at Toronto’s Harris Institute for Audio Production. Their natural creative chemistry blossomed during class projects, where they discovered a shared passion for experimentation and the joy of making music together. Over time, their casual writing sessions turned into a dedicated journey driven by curiosity, purpose, and the timeless question: How do you get music out into the world? Harris Institute played a big role in this process, offering practical training in publicity, radio, and the ins and outs of the music industry. But what truly defines their sound is the special connection between Hailey and Shayne. Shayne handles production and instrumentation, drawing inspiration from artists like Kaytranada, Pharrell Williams, Kendrick Lamar, Hozier, and Bruno Mars. Meanwhile, Hailey brings her storytelling gift and magnetic charisma, shaping their unique sound and pushing their music toward something both fresh and familiar.

 

 

“You’re Weird” started with a funky beat that Shayne passed to Hailey as a joke, but the groove stuck. What began as laughter and improvised lyrics turned into a fully developed single, with nostalgic references to high school awkwardness and the freedom of embracing one’s individuality. The song is silly, upbeat, and intentionally quirky—like a neon time capsule of being a kid with headphones, trying to fit in and figure things out.

Their sound is a fusion of electronic and pop—catchy enough for the mainstream but quirky enough to feel personal. There’s a touch of retro charm in their cover art and sonic textures, evoking everything from old iPods to late-night dance parties in your room. But the more profound message resonates too: life isn’t always bright and shiny, and that’s okay. 

Our music reflects the full range of human experience. You can be suffering a little—and still dance through it.

Both Hailey and Shayne shared that they grew up introverted and leaned on music as a constant companion during tough times. That honesty comes through in their work. There’s humor, melancholy, and joy all mixed—sometimes even in the same track. One moment might feel like a joke between friends, and the next might hit you with a bittersweet truth. Looking ahead, The Something Club is building more than just a catalog—they’re building community. They envision a future that includes touring, podcasting, and possibly working with charities or other artists. Their goal is to stay creative, remain kind, and continue producing music that resonates. With a natural banter and unforced charisma, these two also give off major podcast potential. 

Whether they’re making you laugh, dance, or reflect, The Something Club is a name to keep an eye on. Stream “You’re Weird” and follow The Something Club on all major platforms—more weird and wonderful things are on the way! 

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When it comes to food, Hailey’s mind immediately went to her mom’s hamburger macaroni goulash, a nostalgic one-pot wonder that’s still one of her favorites. But this isn’t your typical American-style goulash with tomato sauce. Growing up in Canada, Hailey had a different version: a creamy twist made with condensed cream of mushroom soup, elbow macaroni, ground beef, and chopped celery. It’s not traditional by any stretch, but for Hailey, it’s the kind of cozy, home-cooked meal she was raised on.

Day-to-day, meals are more practical. With opposite work schedules and a tight budget, Hailey and Shayne often rely on frozen staples like lasagna and chicken fingers—quick, easy, and affordable options. They still make an effort to choose healthier options when possible, especially with grab-and-go options. When it comes to snacks, they’re all about the chips, particularly bold Canadian flavors like ketchup and all dressed. While ketchup chips are a classic up north, I was thrilled when All Dressed finally hit the shelves in Tennessee. It’s now a top-tier favorite for me as well. For dessert, it’s all about chocolate. Think brownies, Swiss rolls, truffles, chocolate mousse—anything rich and indulgent. They especially love that smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture, à la Lindor truffles.

For this feature, I wanted to capture the sweet-tooth spirit of The Something Club, while also playing off their signature color scheme. So I created a decadent chocolate raspberry mousse—light, tangy raspberry mousse layered under a rich chocolate ganache. It’s a delicious tribute to everything Something Club. Check out the recipe below!

 

 

Raspberry Mousse with Chocolate Ganache

Ingredients

For the Raspberry Mousse

  • 2 cups fresh raspberries
  • ¼ cup pure cane sugar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin
  • 2 tablespoons cold water
  • ¾ cup heavy whipping cream, chilled

For the Chocolate Topping:

  • ½ cup heavy whipping cream
  • 4 oz dark chocolate, finely chopped or chocolate chips work as well
  • fresh raspberries for garnish
  • chocolate shavings for garnish

Directions

  1. In a saucepan, combine raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice, and cook over medium heat until the berries have broken down, about 7 minutes.
  2. Pass the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to strain out the seeds. Return the strained puree to the pan.
  3. Pass the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to strain out the seeds. Return the strained puree to the pan.
  4. Whip the cream to soft peaks. Soften the gelatin by immersing it in cold water for 5 minutes. Then, stir it into the warm raspberry puree until it is fully dissolved. Allow it to cool to room temperature.
  5. Gently fold whipped cream into the cooled raspberry mixture.
  6. Spoon mousse into glasses or bowls. Chill for 3 hours until set.
  7. For the chocolate ganache, heat the cream just until it steams (be careful not to boil), then pour it over the chopped chocolate or chocolate chips.
  8. Let sit 1 minute, then stir until smooth.
  9. Let ganache cool slightly (it should still be pourable, not hot), then gently spoon or pour over the set raspberry mousse.
  10. Chill for an additional 60 minutes, or until the chocolate is set.
  11. Garnish with raspberries and chocolate shavings, if desired. Serve and enjoy!