Combining dry and processed voice to create soundscapes underneath simple, earnest melodies and stories. The sound that is minimalist at some moments, can be dense, raw and abrasive at others. This bizarre and transportive dream pop welcomes and then immerses you.
Performing compositions by Stefan Hegerat, Parade incorporates elements of rock, pop, noise and improvised music traditions to give an intense and introspective listening experience. Stefan Hegerat (drums), Chris Pruden (piano and synths), Patrick O’Reilly (guitar), and Laura Swankey (voice and electronics).
A chamber jazz ensemble lead by Toronto bassist and composer, Devin Patten. A dreamy and lush electro-acoustic sound that is shaped by some of Toronto’s finest improvisers. Patten’s compositions feature the rich words of Rainer Maria Rilke.
Featuring compositions by Elisa Thorn, HUE presents music that is both abstract and accessible. HUE explores colour, movement and storytelling through lush melodies and improvisation, using textures that are both dry and processed. Elisa Thorn (harp), James Meger (bass), Justin Devries (drums) and Laura Swankey (voice).
Your favourite trio of weirdos come together for storytelling, connection, soundscape, improvisation and escapism. Featuring Christine Duncan (voice and theremin), Patrick O’Reilly (guitar and pedals) and Laura Swankey (voice and pedals).
Toronto-based six-piece ensemble performing the beautiful compositions of guitarist David Riddel. Featuring a lineup of improvisers that draw from jazz, rock and electronic music traditions.
MIke McCormick’s Proxemic Studies, are an intensely personal examination of human intimacy that depict the unabashed beauty of unconditional love, the bitterness of heartbreak, and the volatility of passionate lust. Mike McCormick (electric guitar), Emily Denison (trumpet), Laura Swankey (voice and electronics), Knut Kvifte Nesheim (drum kit, vibraphone).
Photo by Mickle Lynn