| October 16, 2025 (Toronto, ON) // In the lead up to their upcoming album Black Avalanche, ONE HUNDRED MOONS has released their latest single “The Architect”. Starting with a deep resonant bass line setting an utmost dark and atmospheric soundscape, this track gives way to an imaginative sonic voyage that builds tension and momentum toward a dismantling climax resolved into an abrupt stillness. In their lyrical narrative, the song struggles with themes of self-imposed pressure and personal responsibility. Initially born from a stream of consciousness pondering human agency and the absence of a higher authority, the track transformed into a study of overthinking and the hazards of allowing a spiral of thought to proceed unchecked. Retaining the title The Architect remains a strong declaration of this thread, suggesting that we are, in fact, the architects of our own paths. |
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Listen to “The Architect” HERE |
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The single is propelled by its dynamic contrasts, with layers of ominous sounds. The track is one built on tension, using sound to express the twists and turns of self-reflection and existential musings, all while wrapping listeners in the band’s signature ONE HUNDRED MOONS aura. The release comes as ONE HUNDRED MOONS continues their fall tour across Ontario, hitting Waterloo, Oshawa, Niagara, Toronto, Hamilton, and Windsor. Fans can now pre-save Black Avalanche, getting ready to experience the full depth and atmosphere of the upcoming album as the band brings their sound to the stage this autumn. “The Architect” is a small window into one of the many complicated terrains explored on Black Avalanche, where tension, mood, and melody are three entirely interwoven concepts. ONE HUNDRED MOONS continues to push the boundaries of shoegaze further while conjuring some very haunting and deeply affecting music. |
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ONE HUNDRED MOONS // Credit: Whim and Willow Photography |
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ONE HUNDRED MOONS is a Toronto shoegaze revelation, guiding listeners through ethereal soundscapes and introspective melodies. The band—Collin Young, Jen Vella, Justin Hunt, Matt Laplante, and NJ Borreta—creates lush, layered textures using cascading guitars, hypnotic rhythms, and captivating vocals. Their music draws influence from acts like My Bloody Valentine and Radiohead, blending the dreamy ambiance of shoegaze with the emotional gravity of post-rock and the grit of ’90s alt-rock. With a sound that feels both nostalgic and refreshingly modern, they explore themes of longing, transformation, and inner reflection. Known for their immersive live performances and critically acclaimed debut, ONE HUNDRED MOONS has quickly carved out a space in the indie music world. Each performance showcases their technical precision and deep emotional resonance, proving them to be thoughtful musicians with a clear artistic vision. As they continue to evolve, ONE HUNDRED MOONS is redefining the possibilities of dream pop and shoegaze. |
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