Feel layers of ranging emotions on Kira May’s lush LP, Sense

Originally appeared on the 405, view archived article here.  Saying that Kira May’s new album is an experience sells it short. The Toronto-based artist first made a mark with her debut Health EP, which earned praise for its prominent use of looped vocals, able to create soaring soundscapes with some accompaniment on guitar and percussion. Her new record, due out this Friday, uses these techniques … Continue reading Feel layers of ranging emotions on Kira May’s lush LP, Sense

Isaac Waddington’s ode to keeping your eye on the prize Originally appeared on the 405, view archived article here.  Isaac Waddington is young, but the world has already come knocking on his door. After placing fifth on Britain’s Got Talent, his talents have been lauded by the mainstream and niche music press alike. His debut Borselli EP is brewing, and his first single now has … Continue reading

Alexander Vincent’s debut single is a glorious, glitchy first impression

Originally appeared on the 405, view archived article here.  If you heard that the drummer for Magic!–the band that found fame with their seemingly ubiquitous 2014 single, “Rude!”–had a new project, you probably wouldn’t expect to hear it compared to the likes of Radiohead and Sam Smith. Yet that’s exactly who comes to mind when listening to Alexander Vincent’s newest single, “I Won’t.” Read more.  … Continue reading Alexander Vincent’s debut single is a glorious, glitchy first impression

LA’s Saigo has always written about complex emotions, and “Neither” is no exception. In his own words:  “‘Neither’ was written about the peril of idealizing those we admire, and how we magnify the inevitable disappointment. We are in the process of renewal, redrawing the borders of our societal grey areas, tearing down the glossy posters of our false saints and fallen idols.” Source: SoundCloud / SAÍGO Continue reading