Alternative music with a gangster grunge heart and lyrics that explore themes of despair, paranoia and the absurdity of life, Martha Zed’s musical output can best described as the ramblings of a reckless mind, consumed with curiosity for the world around them and a relentless desire to express their indefinable inner life in song.
Martha Zed’s latest EP is a masterclass in modern alternative grunge. Combining heavy, slacker-influenced rhythms with a raw "gangster grunge" ethos, the Calgary artist constructs a compelling sonic landscape that explores the margins of paranoia and existential dread. Featuring visceral vocals, uncompromising production, and a captivating independent spirit, this EP cements Zed's place as one of the most exciting alternative voices emerging from Western Canada today.
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Martha Zed's debut EP
Songs written by Martha Zed Production credits: Lorrie Matheson, Martha Zed, Ryan Bourne Vocals/guitar: Martha Zed Bass/guitar: Ryan Bourne Drums: Chris Dadge Keys: Eric Heitmann Synths: Eric Andrews Trumpet on "Cat Song": Anna Horabin Additional guitars on the song "Soothing Me": Shaun Lee "Sunkgutspleen" recorded live on CJSW 90.9 'Saved by the Bell' with Dawn Loucks. Audio engineers: Whitney Ota, Adam Mbowe & Curtis Lefthand All songs mixed at Arch Audio by Lorrie Matheson Mastered by Ron Skinner Album Photography: Paul Kent
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“First off, let’s start with the fact that Martha Zed is an absolutely bangin’ grunge rock name. It’s earnest but still has that rock and roll purr, much like “Cat Song,” Zed’s debut tune. This track is ice cream and hot fudge alt-rock, a classic slacker rhythm with cutie pie vocals. The wailing guitar at the end is the cherry on top. This song is dedicated to the greatest love story ever told – a human and their sweetie baby murder floof. It’s all love, and this love is one you’ll want to gobble up over and over. Check it out.” - Kat Meow
“Martha Zed has always impressed me as having genuine talent that comes from territories largely uncharted. Martha’s songwriting and guitar playing is a clear reflection of an inspired mind full of fresh ideas that verge on the seminal. With both live performances and studio releases, Martha’s creative spark has an avant-garde quality that’s also extremely personable.” - Brad Simm
— Publisher, Beatroute / Head of Print Publication Production Mt. Royal University
Photos by Paul Kent Photo