Folk Pop from xty

Canadian singer-songwriter xty has released a new single, “hold me steady,” which showcases her unique fusion of indie folk and pop music. With her experimentation of sounds and different art mediums, xty has become known for keeping her listeners on their toes, and this latest release is no exception. The song is a love letter to Vancouver winters, exploring intimate, hopeful emotions in the emptiest of spaces.

xty’s music is largely influenced by artists such as Lights, Kings of Leon and Alicia Keys, and she infuses her own creative soul with dark and heavy vocals and meaningful lyricism. She also enjoys putting a light spin on the struggles of life and sprinkling off-beat humour into her music and creative pursuits. Her goal is to write from the heart and comfort the lonely and the awkward, which is evident in the emotional depth of “hold me steady.”

The song begins with an acoustic guitar intro, joined by her delicate vocal leads which quickly collide with a dreamy soundscape. xty’s softly floating vocal leads over the acoustic arrangement make for a beautiful and instantly memorable folk pop outing that showcases her talent as both a vocalist and songwriter.

As the song progresses, the instrumentation grows in intensity, building to a chorus that captures the urgency and passion of the lyrics as xty duets with a male vocalist. With “hold me steady,” xty demonstrates her ability to craft a deeply personal and intimate song that resonates with listeners.

The lyrics paint a vivid picture of winter in Vancouver, and the emotions that come with it. The song captures the feeling of being lost in the darkness and finding hope in unexpected places. It’s a reminder that even in the bleakest of moments, there is always a silver lining to be found.

Overall, “hold me steady” is an impressive addition to xty’s growing body of work. It’s a well-crafted song that showcases her unique sound and her ability to write from the heart. With her experimentation of sounds and different art styles, xty continues to be a rising star in the Canadian indie folk and pop music scenes. It will be interesting to see what inspirations will come to life in her future projects, but for now, “hold me steady” is an excellent introduction to xty’s world and dazzling sonic vision.

Listen to hold me steady below