Interviews About Albums: Trailight - Mirrors (2023)

In this new interview, we sat down with the Canadian Progressive Metal band Trailight to ask some questions about their upcoming album "Mirrors". 

1. What can you say about this new EP/CD?

Mirrors are my 6th full-length release. I’ve enlisted the help of Daniel Cardoso (drums) and Cory McBain (guitars, co-production) amongst other guests like Devin Townsend, and Oswin Wong amongst others. The album took about a year and a half to complete from rough demos to the final master. I believe this is my best work yet.

2. What is the meaning of the EP/CD name?

Mirrors in essence mean reflections. As one journey through life and encounters numerous people some of which are closer in relational proximity to another, each person reflects something back at you depending on your reaction or response to any given situation. We mirror one another in life and if we pay enough attention we can get to the truth of things.

3. Which one is the composer of the CD/EP?

I wrote the music and lyrics. Cory McBain added some details with his guitar parts and changed things around as he saw fit in some parts.

4. If you had to pick one song, which one would you pick?

The One You Feed is my favourite with Traveller being a close second.

5. Is there a special message in this EP/CD? If there is what it is?

The main theme revolves around reflections as mentioned above.

6. Are there some lyrics that you'd love to share?

“Blind in the eye of the storm, ominous shapes and forms Seeking redemption in a wilderness of reflections” Chorus for the song Mirrors summarizes a lot of the album.

7. Which inspirations have been important for this album? Like musically or friends, family, someone you'd love to thank especially?

Musical inspirations come from all sorts of places. Bands that I listen to are too numerous and varied to mention. But I draw a lot of my inspiration from nature and where I live here on Vancouver Island. I am grateful for my co-musicians on this album. They have all done such a beautiful job!

8. Something to add?

I would be grateful for any support on BandCamp: www.trailight.bandcamp.com