I am always on the lookout for indie rock-pop songs that go deep and redefine genre boundaries. “Papier-Mâché” is a new track from Close Talker that has met those criteria. After it ends, this song will continue to resonate in the listener’s ear.
The band comes from Saskatoon, Canada and they have earned big accolades from NPR & Billboard because of their well thought out lyrics and engaging soundscapes. The pop elements are robust while the indie rock authenticity is raucous in “Papier-Mâché”. The arrangement is full of thought and feeling as it reveals the band’s mature writing style and innovative direction. The vocals which are catchy when paired with vibrant instrumentation stand out uniquely. Original expressive words take listeners through contemplation alongside replay worthy rhythms.
Close Talker has once again proven that they can deliver a narrative depth coupled with a melodic appeal that no Indie music fan should miss. In this song, Close Talker gives us something enjoyable and at the same time enriches our knowledge about indie music as a whole, showing us how much they’ve come and what their craftsmanship looks like now.
ABOUT THE BAND:
Close Talker is an indie rock band from Saskatoon, Canada. The band has toured throughout North America and Europe, gaining the attention and praise of notable publications such as NPR, Billboard, Clash, Spin, Q Magazine, and Consequence of Sound.
After a successful campaign, they wrapped up their 2019 tour with a stunning performance at Saskatoon’s Broadway Theater accompanied by a classical string ensemble, one of their longtime goals as a band. ‘How Do We Stay Here’ was beautifully wrapped when Close Talker was awarded Alternative Artist of the Year at the 2020 Saskatchewan Music Awards.
After now a decade of performing and writing together, Close Talker has been an integral aspect to the individual lives of Will, Matthew, and Chris. The project that started as a passion for three friends in 2012 has become formative to their identities. It’s applying the nurture vs. nature argument to now-thirty year olds from the Canadian prairies, a place where change happens slowly and nostalgia holds strong. These are the core themes they dig into in their upcoming release: ‘The Sprawl’.
