Tropigloom drops new single “Invisible”

Toronto-based Tropigloom is the project of Canadian musician Andrew Roy, an artist who fuses shoegaze, lo-fi and alternative rock into a sound that stands at the crossroads between sonic nostalgia and modern energy. It’s music built on melancholic undertones, yet tinged with a dreamlike quality that wraps the sound in an immersive and transportive fabric.

While Tropigloom is a relatively new venture, Andrew has already proven himself an accomplished figure in the music scene. A seasoned session musician, he’s contributed his guitar work to several Toronto-based projects, most notably as part of Hannah Georgas’ For Evelyn record. His creative output also includes work with bands like Etiquette, Off The International Radar, Praises and Beliefs but with Tropigloom, he’s been bringing his solo sonic vision to life.

In December last year he revealed the project with the debut single “Believe It,” weturning the following month with his sophomore outing, “Out of Body.” Now brings us the latest Tropigloom release with the brand new third single titled “Invisible,” a song which frames the relatable context of the desire to move through life untouched by its struggles only to confront the reality that suppression doesn’t erase pain, it compounds it.

Written when the dust was settling from a near-death experience, the song carries the weight of reflection while instilling a sense of liberation. That life-altering moment, which reset his perspective and left existence feeling simultaneously familiar and profoundly changed, became a poignant turning point and suddenly the past was illuminated. The track also offers a taste of Tropigloom’s upcoming debut EP called Everything Now But In Reverse, which is set for release in November.

Taking influence from acts like The Cure, Interpol, My Bloody Valentine and Slowdive, “Invisible” leans into sombre and reflective scenes, yet allows for moments of brightness that stop it from collapsing into gloom. It’s a delicate balance that mirrors life itself; fragile but with flashes of determination and strength. Brought in by the airy twang of plucked guitar notes, the rattle of punchy drums and warm bass pulses forms a grooving soundscape as Andrew’s hushed vocals enter to glide above.

Stitching soft melodies into the engrossing arrangement, the track floats through a dreamy sound of sweeping instrumental elements and pattering percussion as elegant vocal melodies drift in the chorus. From start to finish, “Invisible” serves up an engrossing sound of atmospheric rock that’s mesmeric, energising and engaging all at once. With the release of Everything Now But In Reverse approaching, fans won’t have long to wait for the next chapter in Tropigloom’s original and highly compelling musical story and it’s sure to firmly plant the project on the map of must watch acts.

Listen to Invisible below