Totem

After a series of singles that showcased TOTEM’s intriguing take on modern pop, the enigmatic singer delivers his seven song pride EP. Highlight “Devotion” builds on the restrained formula that made previous single “Countdown” and non-EP track “Lo-Fi” so enjoyable, while EP-closing standout “Shame” pushes TOTEM into unabashedly radio-ready territory while maintaing a bit of edge and intricacy in its production. A worthwhile and concise body of work from an artist visiting familiar pop confines with fresh perspective. “I think the draw is that neither I nor the music are perfect. My only goal is to sustain a reaction to the passion and performance in the moment. TOTEM is a symbol of our shared imagination. An object created from our basic need to be both within and without.” -TOTEM