Canons EP by Emily McLean

Canons EP is a four song EP, and is a collaboration with Jazz bassist Rashaan Carter. Canons is minimal R&B, that finds itself dabbling in New Age esoterica. Repeating motifs, form the foundation that creates a meditative, and solemn experience. Reminiscent of Arthur Russell and Laurie Anderson. The songs feature straightforward instrumentation and arrangements that intentionally tests the listener’s patience.

Recorded in a month, while caring for my mom, this “bedroom” project is a reflection on fear, mortality, confusion about life and the times we currently live in. I wanted the songs to reflect what I needed for myself at the time, so I created sparse, slow, open arrangements and songwriting. In other words, this EP is simply a statement of sadness, fear, and maybe a little hope.

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