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Rising Star Lauren Torres Unveils Stunning New Single “Mangos”
Renowned LA-based singer-songwriter, Lauren Torres, has just unveiled her latest musical gem, “Mangos”, the fourth single from her highly anticipated upcoming album, Trash. With this soulful and introspective track, Lauren once again captivates her audience with her signature blend of heartfelt lyrics and buttery smooth vocals.
Inspired by legendary artists like Stevie Wonder and Etta James, Lauren Torres embarked on her music journey in 2016 with the release of her independent single and music video, “Lullaby”. Since then, she has continued to push the boundaries of her artistry with a series of singles and projects.
“Mangos” stands as a poignant testament to Lauren Torres’ artistic evolution. The song delves into the theme of retrospection, acting as a letter to her younger self. The track represents the paradise we envision as children, which becomes more distant as adulthood sets in. Through her expressive lyrics and melodious vocals, Lauren takes listeners on a journey of self-discovery and introspection. “Mangos” arrives alongside a stunning live performance video, which amplifies the song even further.
Speaking about “Mangos”, Lauren Torres says, “Written in retrospect, ‘Mangos’, in a literal sense, is a letter to my younger self – a story of shedding and replenishing youthful naïveté. It poses the concept that we humans never truly grow up but instead grow into the various stages of our lives. In a more figurative sense, ‘Mangos’ is representative of a paradise that, as children, we believe will come to fruition in adulthood. As adulthood sets in, however, so do the ever-increasing responsibilities, and the series of decisions we have and continue to make only complicate things, inching us even further away from our child-like depiction of the future.”
Lauren Torres continues to push herself artistically and connect with her audience on a deeper level. “Mangos” is a testament to her growth and unwavering dedication to her craft, leaving fans eagerly awaiting the full release of upcoming album Trash. “Mangos” is available to buy/stream now on all platforms: https://onerpm.link/743936352266.
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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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