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JoyRukanza Returns With Incredible New Album
Zimbabwean musician JoyRukanza has emerged as a force to be reckoned with in the music industry, captivating audiences worldwide with her extraordinary storytelling abilities. Her long-awaited debut album, “MatterMoreForSis,” is a testament to her talent and unwavering commitment to empowering women through her art. With 11 tracks that traverse the stages of unrequited love, this album takes listeners on a captivating journey filled with raw emotions and personal growth.
From her early days leading her high school choir to her academic achievements as a top-performing student, JoyRukanza’s dedication and passion for music have been evident throughout her life. The release of “MatterMoreForSis” marks a significant milestone in her career, following the critical acclaim of her three previous singles, “Queendom,” “New Day,” and “Roses.” These tracks not only showcased her exceptional vocal prowess but also resonated deeply with audiences worldwide.
However, JoyRukanza’s contributions extend far beyond her music. Her commitment to empowering women and making a positive impact in her community is truly commendable. Through her non-profit venture, Project Qeqesha, she facilitates better access to education for female students in impoverished Zimbabwean communities. Additionally, she launched the JoyRide Initiative, providing free transportation for schoolchildren facing difficulties. These endeavors align perfectly with her ambition to create a global impact through music.
“MatterMoreForSis” is a beautifully crafted album that combines the concept of metamorphosis with JoyRukanza’s goal of uplifting women. Each track represents a different phase of the protagonist’s transformative journey, capturing the rollercoaster of emotions experienced in unrequited love. From soul-stirring ballads to empowering breakup anthems and infectious uptempo tunes, JoyRukanza skillfully blends genres to create a diverse sonic landscape. Tap in below…
Plain Mister Smith returns with Bric-À-Brac Attack, a beautifully offbeat collection of indie-folk, pop and atmospheric songwriting. Released via Amelia Records, the album finds the Vancouver and London-based multi-hyphenate turning fragments of memory, relationships and everyday absurdity into something quietly cinematic.
At its centre is “Grindavik”, a shimmering, reflective track inspired by the Icelandic town shaped by recent volcanic activity. Bright acoustic guitars and steady drums carry a constantly shifting chord progression, mirroring the song’s central metaphor of a relationship under pressure and the hope that its fissures can eventually heal. Featuring Jordan Klassen and Kitt, the track captures the emotional tension that runs throughout the album.
Elsewhere, Bric-À-Brac Attack moves effortlessly between playful guitar-driven moments, lush arrangements and more introspective passages. “Miss Sunshine” brings infectious energy, while collaborations with Findlay Brown, Leeroy Stagger, Krystle Dos Santos and Tyson Mostenbocher add colour to an already eclectic record.
Former guitarist of Canadian darkwave band Moev and a cellist with the Vancouver Philharmonic Orchestra, Plain Mister Smith brings an unusually broad musical perspective to his songwriting. Yet Bric-a-Brac attack never feels overly calculated. Instead, it has the charm of something discovered rather than constructed.
Warm, strange, melodic and emotionally searching, Bric-À-Brac Attack is a record that rewards getting lost in its details. Plain Mister Smith may remain deliberately mysterious, but the music itself speaks with remarkable clarity.
Photo credit: Sandra Lockwood
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