Bio

Liam Sanagan’s alt-pop music swings between heart-aching folktronica and dance-pop with a twang, a style that emerged from intimate house shows, sweaty dance-floors, and the immediacy of music in the internet age. His work is heavily inspired by classic songwriting heros of the 60s, but borrowing sounds from a mix of contemporary artists like Hannah Diamond, Adrienne Lenker, and Porches. A veteran of the DIY scene with nearly 20 years of music-making, Liam has been a quietly influential figure in the music community in Ontario.

Liam cut his teeth organizing shows and playing countryside gigs as a teen. By 21, his band had caught the attention of Pitchfork, launching him into the music world and laying the foundations for a close-knit musical community. Later milestones include opening for SOPHIE, promoting iconic DIY dance parties, and releasing three career-defining EPs with Swim Good Now.

Liam has just release Heaven Mix / Earth Mix, an album that evokes a mixtape shared between friends. One side is skiney synth-pop, the other is dusty dark ballads.

Also a multidisciplinary visual artist, Liam creates his own visuals, blending professionalism with a sense of humour. Each song on this album has its own story, both in its creation and its lyrics. Through the cover art, Liam imagines alternate timelines where these songs were released and are now being rediscovered as creased relics in record store dollar bins.

His music invites listeners into a space of wit and vulnerability, where love and transformation take centre stage.