Andy Shauf's songs unfold like short fiction: they're densely layered with colourful characters and a rich emotional depth which catapulted him to indie notoriety, landing a Polaris Prize nomination, and mentions on several best-of lists; among them, a track on Barack Obama's playlist.
Levitating, synth-laden atmospherics drive the Canadian's storytelling with his latest oblique songwriting hinting at sinister happenings and dark motivations. The result: an intoxicating collection of mellifluous melodies and beguiling lyrics.
