For the up-and-coming pop star Saya Gray from Toronto, music is a shimmering mosaic of endless influences. Her body of work resembles a sonic mirage, with limbs made up of dissimilar yet complementary musical organisms. She creates a blend of pop, folk, rock, and R&B.
Gray’s often collage-like sonic landscapes, layered with riffs and electronic production, reveal the boundless potential of music as an art form. In an industry where music often feels confined not only by genre but also by celebrity status and the demands of the streaming economy, Gray’s passion for raw experimentation stands as an example of what can emerge when an artist quiets their ego and reveals their true self.
In February, she released her long-awaited debut album SAYA. To celebrate, she’s making a stop at Paradiso.