independent thoughts on indie rock, alternative, and indie pop music
Blog favorite Canadian indie pop band, The Zolas, have released an interactive 360° live video* for their hit single,“Swooner”, that allows the viewer to toggle their viewpoint around the screen throughout the video. The song opens with a strong rocky riff, but soon transforms into ‘80s- inspired pop bliss, with a highly addictively striking chorus filled with... Continue Reading →
Recently, I spoke with Zach Gray, frontman of Canadian indie pop band The Zolas, about their latest album, Swooner, out in March via Light Organ Records; “It's the alternative pop record of the year; if I was only a listener, I would be super excited about this album,” he said with a laugh. “It’s our ‘Kanye Moment.’ ... Continue Reading →
Canadian alt-pop outfit The Zolas were in Germany, and frontman Zach Gray had just finished a delicious lunch of spaetzle and mushroom sauce. “I love Germany so much. Germany has been very good to us, I have nothing but gratitude right now,” he declares. “I’m feeling very #blessed at the moment.” And yes, that should... Continue Reading →
Vancouver’s prolific indie-pop band The Zolas return with their self-produced third studio album Swooner set for release on March 4th via Light Organ Records. The record marks a major departure from their first two albums; Swooner features vibrant, experimental pop, showcased by stirring modern production. The band recently premiered the album's title track “Swooner”, a fuzzed out, guitar-driven, feminist... Continue Reading →
