Sexy Mathematics “Integration”
Sexy Mathematics are indie rock at its finest. With guitar fuzz galore and high intensity percussion accompaniment throughout their debut six-song EP, Integration, Sexy Mathematics are well on their way. While some tracks embody more of an electronic vibe easily pictured playing at clubs, others are straight up solid rock tracks that I can only hope to experience live in concert.
After spending years crafting indie pop melodies in his basement, Chris Daviduik decided it was time to record his best material at a studio. The resulting masterpiece that is Integration, he describes as “a blend of piercing guitars and orchestrated synthesizers with alternative rocking drum and bass lines driving the songs to completion.” I couldn’t agree more. Based out of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, the band consists of Chris Daviduik on guitar/vocals, Liz Syrnick on synthesizer/backup vocals, Dylan Smith on drums and Brandon Mellish on bass.
“A Novel Romance” kicks things off on Integration with plenty of guitar and percussion textures blending well with Chris Daviduik’s vocals. He sings softly at first, before a gritty guitar interlude envelops the track. At three and a half minutes long, the song is a glimpse into the rest of the EP and a solid portrayal of Sexy Mathematics’ talent.
Having spent years crafting each song to perfection, Sexy Mathematics’ debut EP demonstrates countless hours of hard work and perfection. With an EP this strong, one can only wonder what their next release will bring. “Who Knows” segues effortlessly after “A Novel Romance.” A guitar heavy track, it is the singer that is in the background on this song. “I don’t think this love is what we had in mind or resolved/Changing is young and over-rated,” Daviduik sings. The guitar riffs quickly capture the listener’s attention wholeheartedly while the musical accompaniment remains at the forefront of this track instead of the singer. Not always in the best interest for a band, but it works well on “Who Knows.”
“When Isometrics Collide” is as close to a psychedelic experience as one can have listening to music. Heavy in synthesizer, Daviduik sings, “Start seeing your life as the best thing to happen to me or anyone else alive,” among plenty of guitar fuzz. “When Isometrics Collide” leaves the listener begging for more. Just over halfway through the EP, the song presents an ethereal quality with Daviduik’s seductive singing style and accompanying music.
“The Void” and “Set Up!” close Integration strong and with incredibly high intensity. One of the more upbeat and gritty tracks on the EP, Daviduik’s singing style throughout “Set Up!” brings slight resemblance to that of The Clash. The song powers through from the guitar entrance to the fade out of the song, leaving listeners wanting more. An accurate portrayal of an up-and-coming indie rock band, Integration promises great things for Canada’s Sexy Mathematics.
Review written by Annie Reuter
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