Jon Mullane Says "Remember In November"
One of Canada’s most consistently compelling voices in contemporary pop-rock is back. After a two-year hiatus, Nova Scotia’s own Jon Mullane returns for his next musical renaissance— embarking on what promises to be his most inspiring and dynamic chapter yet. Since bursting onto the scene in 2007 with The Source, Mullane has built an international following that continues to accumulate with each release. Over the years, his music has garnered a remarkable array of awards, accolades, and media coverage, along with radio play and placements in film and television—all testaments to the universal appeal of his genre-blending sound.
With nearly two decades of musical experience, Mullane has mastered the rare ability to weave together infectious pop hooks and electrifying rock anthems into a sound that evolves alongside him, interconnected with every place that’s shaped him. After a period of living in LA, Mullane’s return to Nova Scotia’s picturesque, coastal landscape sparked a renewed sense of creativity. Surrounded by the province’s natural beauty, he’s begun to experiment with a more grounded, introspective style—crafting heartfelt songs brushed with sea salt and carried by ocean breezes. Now, reignited with the same unbridled passion that’s fueled him from the start, Mullane stands at the edge of a new beginning—ready to remind the world that his best work is still to come.
In music, collaboration is often the key to success, and few examples illustrate this better than “Remember in November,” Mullane’s first single on his upcoming EP, set to release next spring. This touching, evocative track was written in Nashville alongside two of the top A-list hitmakers in the business: Michael Dulaney, a Grammy-nominated songwriter whose seven #1 Billboard hits have been recorded by nearly every major name in country music, and Michael Jay, a songwriter, record producer, and composer best known for his prolific catalog of hits, including Martika's #1 Billboard smash, "Toy Soldiers.” Together, they’ve crafted the ultimate autumn love song—a wistful tribute to brighter, sunlit days, written from the gray haze of November.
It’s as if Mullane has slipped on a pair of rose-colored glasses, reliving each moment of falling in love, and letting the nostalgia wash over him. From the first notes, the track wraps listeners in a tender, reflective melody—shimmering guitars, a gentle beat, and Mullane’s soulful, gravel-edged vocals all building toward a rush of emotion. When the chorus arrives, bursting with indie-rock energy, the depth of the story becomes clear. This isn’t just another love song—it’s a once-in-a-lifetime connection, a honeyed romance worth remembering. The narrator vows to hold on tight to those fleeting moments: watching the sun set, walking hand in hand along the boardwalk, wrapped in moonlight. And when the days inevitably grow dark, cold, and gloomy, those sun-soaked memories will still shimmer, lighting the way back to those lovely, golden summer days.
The “Remember in November” music video paints this dreamy, rarely seen portrait of Halifax—a city every bit as romantic as New York, Paris, or any other capital of love. With its cinematic style, it feels less like a traditional music video and more like a tender short film, following two young lovers as they savor each other's company on a cool summer night out on the town. Each frame captures the spirit of the season: glowing sunsets, flashing amusement park lights, and radiant smiles that bring a sense of airiness and serenity to every moment. Yet the subtle grain of the film hints that this love story may exist only in memory. As Mullane’s voice—narrating the tale as it unfolds—bounces off the walls of the iconic Astor Theater in Liverpool, NS, one of Canada’s oldest theaters, it feels like a full circle moment, a homecoming, a heartfelt declaration: he’s still here, and he’s making his homeland proud.
After your two-year break, how did it feel to return to making music again?
It was really energizing and inspiring for me to begin the journey of creating new music again.
You’ve lived and worked everywhere from LA to Nova Scotia—how has being back home shaped your new sound and perspective?
I feel it has allowed me to create in a balanced environment. I think the result of that is there’s a more organic and soulful nature to my sound. And it’s highlighting more of my guitar background, where it all began for me.
“Remember in November” feels full of nostalgia and heart. What sparked the idea for this song?
I was in Nashville in April in a writing room at Peer Music Publishing with hit songwriters Michael Dulaney and Michael Jay. It was our first session together for the three of us, so we were just chatting about a few things to break the ice and I started playing a chord progression I’ve had for a while, and Michael D mentioned a title that came to him earlier that morning and it was Remember in November. That’s where it all started.
The lyrics and vocals carry a real sense of warmth and reflection. Was this written from personal experience?
I think it was more a collective of all three of us of our own personal experiences. As it turns out, and I didn’t even think of it at the time, I had the exact situation that the song describes early in my life.
You teamed up with Michael Dulaney and Michael Jay on this one—how did that collaboration come about, and what was the creative vibe like in the room?
I had previously written my last single with Michael Jay, and my publisher, Michael Davenport, connected me with Michael Dulaney about a year ago. And the two of them had both been involved with famous music publishing back in the late 80s where they managed Michael Jay’s catalogue. So it seemed like it was a serendipitous natural evolution for all three of us to write together.
The song blends catchy pop hooks with a soulful rock edge. How do you find that balance in your writing and production?
That’s the million-dollar question, and it’s not easy to do. I think I’m at a point in my life and career that that ideal is very important to me, and I am very aware now of incorporating those elements into the music.
The music video paints such a romantic, cinematic picture of Halifax. What did it mean to you to showcase your home province that way?
It wasn’t really the intention to do that, but more of the result. Nova Scotia is such a beautiful place, and I’m glad we were able to capture the essence of that.
What’s your secret to connecting emotionally through melody?
For me, melody is almost always where it starts for me and I always feel an emotional connection to when I come up with something I think is good.
After two years away, did your creative process or mindset change when you started recording again?
I think it always evolves on every recording project, but the real change was during the writing sessions. All of the writers that I collaborated with for this collection of songs were terrific and inspiring to me. Having their input and creative energy drove the project.
“Remember in November” marks the start of a new chapter—what can fans look forward to next from you and this upcoming EP?
Well, the EP is going to be released at the end of March 2026, preceded by another single. Currently, I’ll be doing a couple of theater shows in Nova Scotia in December and will be doing some more concerts to support the EP throughout 2026. And there will be some more music videos as well!
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