“Organon” opens introducing a system of logic for the album. Telling us we will experience a deeply biographical work. The album is plodding, reflective and moody with almost a lofi aesthetic vibe. Mixing dreamy vocals with a lofi beat but Hifi synth and keyboards. As it tells a story of growing up in the Canadian country side, there are hints of disfunction, aspects of fondness and unsettling shades of inappropriateness. There is obvious disconnection in the two voices on “Oh Dove” and heavy tones of manipulation in “Sugar”, while “Sorbitol” seems to be a retrospective look at the confusion of teen years which bring feelings of both “shame and pride”(words which are repeated throughout the album). Yet the majority of the lyrics are not dark but instead convey nostalgia with an honest authenticity. The feel is dulcet tones and soothing melodies which makes for an interesting but somewhat disturbing contrast on first listen but then melts on replay. I found myself trusting the album after I knew where it was going and then was able to relax and enjoy the very mellow vibe of the whole thing sounding good on headphones, alexa or even those tiny speakers on my phone. The album fills the room and eeks into the corners and gets behind the furniture. My advice is to let it. You’ll definitely want a smooth cab with this one.
(recommendation origin: Helen McFadden)
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