Ivy Mairi – Something of Love

Ivy Mairi is a local Toronto artist, or, more specifically, from the Toronto Islands. The Islands are the ideal environment for a young musician; nightly bonfires during the summer, surrounded by guitars, harmonicas, violins, and banjos. It’s no wonder that Ivy has flourished as a musician, while keeping a folky, warm sound.

Ivy is currently working on new music with Lucas Gadke and Matthew Bailey, and from what we’ve heard, it’s something to keep an eye out for! Something of Love is a truly stunning song, perfect for summer, with the sweetness of the mandolin, and the perfect amount of rasp in Ivy’s voice.

Ivy’s first album, Well You came out in 2007, and while record-wise, nothing has come out since then, I need to admit that I still listen to her music at least once a day- the songs are light, melodic, and emotional. The string arrangements on songs like If You’re Going Where I’m Going provide a warm, entrancing accompaniment to Ivy’s meticulous guitar playing, and her youthful, whispering voice. Other songs, like the title track, Well You and I Watched You Reading are playful and spirited, daring you to sing along.

Ivy Mairi’s inclusion of various instruments is truly what makes this album a success; a full bodied sound, simple vocals, and sweet delivery of lyrics make the songs light and airy, with just the right amount of emotion.

Working with bands like The Skydiggers and Cowboy Junkies has allowed her the opportunity to perfect her sound, and learn from seasoned musicians.

Well You is on iTunes, and is available on the Latent Recording’s website HERE where you can also listen to the full album.

We eagerly await more music from Ivy, and can’t wait to fall in love with her new songs!