Dylan Forshner's new EP, “Hopeless Optimism,” presents itself not so much as a collection of songs but as a series of candid diary entries set to intricately picked acoustic strings. This five-song journey from the Welland, Canada artist begins in a place of palpable internal wrestling, where the lyrics – and Forshner’s delivery – map out the grim territories of being overwhelmed, using substances...

Stefano May is a singer, composer, and piano virtuoso who creates thrilling musical journeys by fusing soul music with pop and classical styles. In 2012, Stefano broadened his exposure to a variety of cultural experiences by taking trips around Europe and the United States, where he resides at the present time. https://open.spotify.com/artist/18rLfBrAfl3Rde6MbYBGLF?si=XJwj1y7WTIiBE9DjjxgsRQ These travels have provided him with unique opportunities that have led to numerous collaborations with...