I’m constantly rediscovering songs in my catalog. Today while peeling an orange, Goldmine by Hopeful Monster came on and instantly made me stop what I was doing. Such a beautifully sleepy song, perfect for a slow dance out under the stars.
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‘Flow’ by Emma-Lee, as featured in The Border and Degrassi.
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Starting completely sombre and using the full 5:12 to redefine the definition of ‘the build’. Nearing the end of ‘Very First Time’ by Alexander Fairchild, you hear the vocal hook accompanied by layer after layer, each added subtly; you wonder how it all got so big.
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You can’t really argue with a driving beat, ringing distorted guitars and a catchy chorus. This one is about the City.
Already pitched it to ‘The City’, they didn’t go for it.
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It was 2007 when Toronto singer/songwriter Donovan Woods released The Hold Up; an album that Exclaim! called “an engaging and articulate window into the heart of an extremely unique writer“. Three years later, Donovan has pushed his ‘gruff but surprisingly tender’ voice up front in the 12 songs of this year’s “The Widowmaker“. This time around, expect touches of piano, banjo, synth tones and female backing vocals to his signature acoustic guitar led songs. A great follow-up showcasing the growth of a talented songwriter.
Good On A Mixtape With: Damien Rice, Elliott Smith, Alexi Murdoch, Sufjan Stevens, Ray Lamontagne
Key Tracks: Phone, Your Daughter John, Let Go Lightly, I’m Still Sweet, Lawren Harris
Lawren Harris
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I’m Still Sweet
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Let Go Lightly
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