Toronto-based duo fxrrvst is formed by musicians Holly and Matt, who’ve been making an impact in the alternative indie scene with their environmentally conscious and socially impactful artistic ethos. Since their debut in 2017 with the single “Tidal Wave” and their first full-length record May XXVI, the band has continued to impress fans and critics alike with their thoughtful approach to music and activism.
Their dedication to eco-friendly practices, including self-made merchandise, goes hand in hand with their artistic mission, creating a unique blend of music and message. Following a successful run with numerous singles, EPs, over a million and a half streams and performances at major festivals like NXNE, CMW and Riverfest Elora while sharing stages with artists such as Tiny Moving Parts and Foxing, fxrrvst has proven their live appeal both on stage and via studio releases.
Following their 2021 EP release Dear Friend, Pt. 2, they took a hiatus before returning earlier this year with the track “Lavender,” re-establishing their presence in the indie music scene. Now, having just complete a string of live shows, they bring us their latest outing with the brand new single titled “CBAYAOM.”
An acronym for ‘Can’t Be All You Ask of Me,’ their new single is a nostalgic nod to the indie rock anthems of the early 2010s, reminiscent of summer road trips and festival season. Brought in by the deep swell of string textures, the intro lulls the listener in before bursting into a a bright indie rock jam driven by the bouncy strike of drums, intricate guitar rhythms and silky vocal leads.
With an uptempo energy and instantly catchy melodic leads carried by Holly’s alluring voice, lightly gritty guitar stabs accent the rhythm to form a danceable indie anthem tinged with the band’s alternative aesthetics. With delicate ebb and flow, the song breaks down to dreamy tones of soft guitar strums and hushed vocals before launching back into the upbeat chorus, resulting in a sound that’s both infectious and memorable.
With another display of their charming songwriting talent and ability to bring to life their engaging sonic vision in spectacular fashion, “CBAYAOM” builds to an epic finale before the sustained synth tone brings the musical ride to a close. As they continue to impress on their return to the music scene, we can’t wait to see what fxrrvst has in store for the rest of 2024 and beyond.
Listen to CBAYAOM below
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