Backstory:
Yawning Visitor was formed in the heart of the vibrant Toronto indie scene in 2014. The band consists of five childhood friends who grew up sharing the same love for alternative music and avant-garde art. Lead singer and lyricist, Jasper Sloan, drummer, Courtney Baker, bassist, Max Willis, guitarist, Erin Rhodes and keyboardist, Kieran James, decided to channel their shared passion into a music project that would stand out. They garnered attention after their self-produced EP was picked up by a local radio station, earning them a growing fan base. After two successful albums, the band continues to ride the wave of indie-pop, fueling listeners with their enticing dreamy vibes and thought-provoking lyrics.

Genre:
Indie Pop / Dream Pop

Title:
“Galaxies in Coffee Cups”

Full Song Lyrics:
[Verse 1]
Em G
Wake up, the day’s got your name,
D C
Lost in the dream, life’s a game,
Em G
Skies turn pink, the world’s a stage,
D C
Innocence lost in the turning page.

[Chorus]
G D
Galaxies in coffee cups
Em C
Time, it never stops, it’s never enough,
G D
Love in the morning dew,
Em C
Stars reflecting in the color blue.

[Verse 2]
Em G
Broken hearts, in silent screams,
D C
Chasing shadows, chasing dreams,
Em G
In the mirror, reflections lie,
D C
Beneath the mask, the tears we hide.

[Chorus]
G D
Galaxies in coffee cups,
Em C
Time, it never stops, it’s never enough,
G D
Love in the morning dew,
Em C
Stars reflecting in the color blue.

The Band’s Favorite Fan:
The band’s favorite fan is a girl named Lily Adams. Lily stumbled upon Yawning Visitor’s music during a difficult period in her life. She felt an instant connection with their lyrics and sound, which she describes as “a heartfelt embrace in musical form”. The band’s song “Galaxies in Coffee Cups” became her anthem, helping her navigate through her struggles. Lily has since attended every gig she possibly could and even started an online fan club.
Testimonial:
“Yawning Visitor’s music is like a safe space for me. Their songs encapsulate the beauty and pain of existence and somehow make it all bearable. They are my favorite band because they have this uncanny ability to reach into my soul, put words and rhythms to my unexpressed emotions, and give voice to my silent screams. I owe them for making me feel seen and heard through their art.” – Lily Adams.