Toronto-based artist Lia Pappas-Kemps taps into something special on her new single “Sad In Toronto,” a song for our times, despite if you’re from the titular city or thousands of miles away in a distant land.
The loneliness mentioned is felt throughout the sparse and emotive atmosphere, which feels like a combination of the lyrical prowess and sadness of both Phoebe Bridgers and Julien Baker in her own ways. The song builds and builds to it finally finds a cathartic release that allows her detailed lyrics to blossom and touch you deep within your emotional center.
It feels like the sort of starting point where you will look back on someday when Pappas-Kemps becomes a household name.
For now, enjoy a listen to “Sad In Toronto” below.
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