Plain Mister Smith, an enigma wrapped in melody, drops his latest EP, “New Wave Angst.” It’s a quirky blend of indie-folk, peppered with clever, introspective lyrics. Over five tracks, he takes us on a journey through a landscape of existential musings, all while maintaining an intimate, yet oddly familiar vibe.
“Run, Fly or Sail” bursts onto the scene as a standout track. It’s a heady mix of tight instrumentation and soaring vocals that somehow leaves you feeling both trapped and liberated.
Then there’s the rest of the EP, a tapestry of sound that flits from the acoustic trippiness of “El Presidente” to the synth-laden beats of “New Wave Sangfroid.” Each track is a doorway to a different corner of Smith’s eclectic mind.
Once a guitarist for the shadowy Canadian band Moev, Smith now plucks the cello strings with the Vancouver Philharmonic Orchestra. Yet, under the guise of Plain Mister Smith, he carves out a niche in the indie-pop world, subtle but steadfast.
And hey, if you’re itching to follow his every move, Plain Mister Smith’s Instagram is just a click away. But remember, it’s not just about the ‘gram—it’s the music that’ll haunt you.
