By Molly Labenski
The Vancouver artist leans into her singer-songwriter roots, adding a dash of country twang to her lyrical storytelling.
LIGHTS - PEP
Fueled By Ramen
by Ben Boddez
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After unexpected diversions into comic books, dubstep-oriented side projects and a Drake cover album, Lights is back to doubling down on the pop instincts that got her here.
Injecting positivity and energetic riffs into the darkest spaces, the result is funny and relatable, touching upon the ridiculousness of some of the most manic parts of the human psyche that we try to forget are lurking in the background. If you’re feeling down, this is the pep talk of effervescent pop tunes you need.
By Cam Delisle
The Sudbury duo’s latest album, Tears of Paint, is a coldwave ritual that pulses through synths and sculpture alike.
By Dust Cwaine
On his new album Blurring Time, the Montreal songwriter finds catharsis in harmony, memory, and hard-won self-acceptance.
