8/10

Over these last few years, Canadian singer-songwriter Jon Bryant has established himself as one of the more emotive names doing the rounds. Largely thanks to his wistful approach to the indie-folk aesthetic, the Vancouver native has brought a warm and vibrant array of delights to the fold in years gone by, heightened by his tender songwriting and compelling vocal presence. And after making waves with a string of lovelorn delights in recent months, he now returns with his fifth studio album 'Therapy Notes', a record that builds upon that illustrious nature he is known for.

Much like what the previous singles 'Street Level', 'High Season', and 'Same Old You' have been alluring to, 'Therapy Notes' finds the frontman in one of his more heartfelt guises to date. Continuing to explore another heady dose of riveting, acoustic-led textures across all thirteen tracks, this new collection builds upon his dynamic foundations in recent years, returning with a rejuvenated presence throughout. Whether he is looking to pull on our heartstrings or offer up something more vibrant, Bryant takes it all in his stride to unveil something both spellbinding and euphoric in equal measure.

He has certainly left a strong and lasting impression with his recent material, but 'Therapy Notes' highlights the broader and more inventive direction he has been pursuing lately. Brimming with this fresh and progressive intention at every turn, Jon Bryant remains a stalwart figure in the heartfelt corners of the current new music scene.