Moist and David Usher, one unmistakable Canadian voice across two eras. MuchMusic nostalgia at its finest.
Usher Parasol is all about David Usher, the voice of Canadian alt-rock band Moist, who went on to a strong solo career. Moist takes ten of the 15 tracks, including “Breathe” (in a TLA mix), “Leave It Alone,” “Tangerine,” “Silver” and “Push,” the songs that were all over MuchMusic and Canadian rock radio in the mid-90s.
David Usher’s solo work fills the rest, with “Alone In The Universe,” “Love Will Save The Day” and “Black Black Heart” featuring Marie-Mai, which brings a Québec pop sparkle. The play on words in the title gives you an umbrella over all of it: one artist, two eras, one unmistakable voice. It’s moody but melodic rock with a lot of heart, perfect for a rainy afternoon, a late-night drive or a dose of Canadian nostalgia. If you grew up hearing “Push” and “Silver” on the radio, this short list will take you right back. If you didn’t, it’s a great introduction to one of Canada’s most distinctive rock voices.
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