Taylor Knox
Here Tonight, Cadence Recordings, cadencerecordings.com
If you’ve seen Canadian bands live in the last few decades, you’ve probably seen Taylor Knox play, whether you know it or not. His in-person stints with The Golden Dogs, Sloan, Owen Pallett, Hayden and countless others have informed the sound of this second full-length solo piece, and Knox ultimately settles on a strain of guitar-driven pop that’s reminiscent of Stars’ Set Yourself On Fire era. This is a celebration of nighttime from Knox’s life-long bus tour, his lyrics flush with memorable moments, friends and lovers, and late-night introspection. The pace of Here Tonight rarely wavers, and the result is a little one-note, so partake in small doses.