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SilverKing Charts A Decade Of Growth On Poised And Powerful Single “In My Eyes”
SilverKing’s new release “In My Eyes” arrives with the confidence of a rock artist who knows exactly what he wants to say and the patience to say it well. The Colorado-based project led by Knate taps into the roots of classic rock, but the song feels more like a personal milestone than a nostalgia trip. There is a calm sense of clarity running through the track, the kind that only comes after years of reflection and refinement.
What immediately stands out is the balance between grit and grace. The guitars have weight, the rhythm section holds steady, and the piano adds a thoughtful softness that keeps the song from tipping too far into aggression. Everything feels measured and intentional, the work of someone who has shaped and reshaped this idea until it finally clicked.
The lyrics unfold like snapshots of a difficult chapter. Images of broken glass, frozen moments, and light emerging from darkness create a story that feels both intimate and relatable. Rather than leaning into melodrama, SilverKing lets the imagery speak for itself. There is a quiet confidence in that choice, and it gives the track a strong emotional pulse.
What gives “In My Eyes” its lasting impact is the sense of transformation at its core. You can hear the years that went into finishing it, but the song never feels overwrought. Instead, it carries the tone of someone who has come through a storm and learned to appreciate the first signs of light. It is controlled yet expressive, polished yet still full of feeling.
“In My Eyes” is a thoughtful and compelling entry in SilverKing’s catalog, and it shows an artist stepping fully into his identity with both skill and sincerity. It is the kind of rock song that does not need to shout to make a lasting impression. Let the song speak for itself and give it a listen below:
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Plain Mister Smith Pieces Together a World of Sound on Bric-À-Brac Attack
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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