Ryan Hicks is an alt-pop singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer from Regina, Saskatchewan. Having previously released three full-length albums throughout his career, he’s happy to now share his fourth record, Experience.
The LP was recorded over a five day span with producer/engineer Jonathan Anderson at Protection Island in Vancouver, BC. Experience is a deeply personal and cinematic record that reflects the ups and downs of three years throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
The titular focus track, “Experience,” is a love letter to live music and experiencing it with others, inspired by his own experience at a Father John Misty, Jason Isabel and Jade Bird concert in Minneapolis. After that show, he made a promise to himself that if he was able to play live music and go to shows again, he would never take them for granted.
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https://songs.ryanhicksmusic.com/experienceLP
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“The last few years have been challenging,” says Hicks. “In that time, I had time to look at myself and what I want for a future. I want to be a part of a world where we care for each other and where all are welcome. I also realized how important live music is to me. This song is looking forward to new experiences and not taking them or anyone for granted.”