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r.mason - I Live Here Now
"I Live Here Now" by Victoria, BC's r.mason is a delightful musical journey, a sonic gem that combines the essence of Canadian folk with dashes of emerging sunshine. Picture a sumptuous, sun-kissed meadow where The Weather Station and Sarah Harmer are crafting melodies under a golden sky.
The song opens with warm and spacious piano tones that envelop you in summery harmonies, like a comforting embrace from an old friend. The electric guitar work is reminiscent of the lovely ambience and melodic counterpoints of Radiohead, weaving a sonic tapestry around the vocals, bass and piano threads.
It's a beautiful work of folk/rock art that captures the essence of Canadian songwriting at its finest. This song is a perfect companion on a scenic road trip through the Canadian countryside, where every turn reveals a new vista of sonic beauty.
Up next for r.mason is a performance at the lovely venue Birdsong on Galiano Island on Oct 14th.
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'You' by Sarah Orton
"You," the latest release by BC artist Sarah Orton, is an electrifying journey through time and music, delivering soul-tinged goodness that leaves you craving more. This track sounds like a mashup of 70s sultry soul singers, 80s synth dance vibes, and 90s dance pop.
From the opening notes, you're transported to the heyday of soul, with pulsating rhythms that beckon you to move and sway. Orton’s voice is a sultry, soulful instrument that infuses the track with a passionate and seductive energy, creating a sonic tapestry that's as rich as it is infectious. The passionate, honeyed vocals bring an additional layer of magic, evoking the spirit of iconic soul pop singers like Chaka Khan and Erykah Badu. .
Listening to this track, you feel like you're floating on a big pink fluffy cloud of love, surrounded by the intoxicating rhythms of an era-defying dance party. With this song, Sarah Orton has crafted a sonic masterpiece that not only pays homage to the past but also pushes the boundaries of contemporary music, leaving you with an insatiable desire for more of this irresistible groove fusion and her mesmerizing vocals.
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'Happy To Be Here' by SIESKI
‘Happy to Be Here’ the latest single by Vancouver alt-pop queer-femme singer-songwriter SIEKSI is a musical masterpiece that defies genre boundaries and serves as a sonic tapestry of life's kaleidoscope. This track weaves together a genre fusion of gospel, alt-pop, and synthwave, creating a sound that's as eclectic as it is enchanting. It's music for living in the moment, for basking in the golden glow of a BC mountain at sunset.
The vocals, reminiscent of R&B and gospel, soar with a spiritual intensity that adds depth to the song's message of hope and self-discovery. As you listen, you can't help but be drawn into the song's feel-good vibes that celebrate living in the moment. It's a musical journey that makes you feel like you're speeding down the highway of destiny at golden hour, with the wind in your hair and the world at your feet, with Halsey and Sia dueting as the soundtrack.
‘Happy to Be Here’ invites you to dance, dream, and reflect all at once. SIESKI has crafted a song that transcends time and genre, a testament to the power of music to inspire, uplift, and transport you to a place where every moment is a gift.
Up next for SIESKI is an early show on Halloween night at Guilt & Co. in Vancouver, Oct 31st.
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'Ocean Lullaby' by CLARA CLOUD
‘Ocean Lullaby’ by the spellbinding artist Clara Cloud, is a mesmerizing journey into the depths of mystical fairy pop. This song sounds like a bewitching blend of witchy pop, Celtic folk, and baroque pop, creating a sound that is ethereal and progressive. Imagine Kate Bush, Fiona Apple and Peter Gabriel leading you down a fairy path to a magical musical realm.
It’s a siren song, with spirited and otherworldly vocals and harmonies that transport you to a world where dreams and reality intermingle. The beguiling melodies and haunting instrumentation create an atmosphere that feels like you're walking in the silent forest, searching for the very sounds of life hidden among the ancient trees. It's a sonic incantation that invites you to explore the hidden corners of your imagination, where magic and mystery await.
As you listen, you can't help but feel like you're under a spell, lost in the enchanting realm of Clara Cloud’s music, where the boundaries between reality and fantasy blur, and the possibilities are endless.
Clara Cloud is currently working on her debut album ‘The Woods.’ A fundraiser for the project is now open - https://ko-fi.com/claramacleod/goal?g=7
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