Poetic Indie-Pop Artist Victoria Staff Lives in the Moment on Sophomore EP 'I Wake Up Smiling :(' feat. Relaxed Single "My Whole Life Long"
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Born and raised in Toronto, Victoria Staff was always an “anxious child.” The string that connected much of her young life was using music to communicate with family, friends, teachers, and even therapists. Over time, this coping mechanism developed into a passion for music that would lead to her career as an indie-pop artist. Staff continues to use the written word to communicate with her audience. Her debut EP, Records & Honesty, was released in 2023 under the guidance of Canadian music producer Dan Hosh.
Sophomore EP, I Wake Up Smiling :(, continues her narrative, as she begins to build the world around her. The record follows her journey through love, life, and mental health, as she navigates this next chapter of her life. “Happiness is super elusive. It can feel like your chasing it down, but it’s often faster than I am,” says Staff, “it’s just about trying to find it, whether or not you actually get there is beside the point sometimes.”
I Wake Up Smiling :( features highlighted single, “My Whole Life Long.” Instead of being a cathartic outlet, “My Whole Life Long” finds Staff communicating through a new lens, one where her storytelling is centered around a place of joy. Her public autobiography this time tells the story about love found, not love lost. So many relationships are one sided, but “My Whole Life Long” tells a story where both people were in it together as equals.
Listen to I Wake Up Smiling :( featuring “My Whole Life Long” HERE.
‘Records & Honesty’ was about where I was last year, and in contrast, this is all about where I am now. I got to work with some incredible musicians: Will Crann, John Karkar, Luke Fair, and Dan Hosh. I also built ‘I Wake Up Smiling :(’ with my sister. She is and always will be my favourite collaborator. Her voice is all over the songs. She makes me a better musician.
– Victoria Staff
You’re in the texture of my skin
I’m in the centre of your palm
The heavy undertones of Victoria Staff’s music are offset by her light-hearted personality on stage, on social media, and amongst her peers. She continues to show she is an up and coming force in the music industry. With notable performances alongside Australia’s Kim Churchill and Nashville’s Kenzie Cait, Staff continues to grow and reach new audiences with the written word.
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