What does someone have to do to be the Dr. Frankenstein to your monster?

Toronto’s indie-pop landscape has a fresh new voice, and his name is Echo The Screen. Blending soft, dreamy instrumentals with a surprisingly heavy emotional core, the rising artist steps into the scene with a debut that feels both nostalgic and refreshingly new.

“Frankenstein” dives straight into one of the messiest, most universally understood relationship dynamics: the exhausting cycle of breaking up, making up, and going nowhere fast. Echo The Screen sings through the familiar fog of red flags ignored, boundaries blurred, and that magnetic pull toward someone who isn’t good for you. It’s the classic tale of knowing better but staying anyway—told with vulnerability, charm, and a hint of summer brightness that softens the blow.

What makes the track stand out is the emotional contrast. On the surface, it’s breezy and melodic; underneath, it’s an honest confession of frustration, confusion, and emotional fatigue. The guitar work adds a warm, grounding touch, giving the song a nostalgic feel that lingers even after it ends.

“Frankenstein” is an impressive first step, showcasing Echo The Screen’s ability to blend dreamy aesthetics with heartfelt storytelling. It’s definitely a track worth revisiting—and one that suggests there’s much more to come from this promising new artist.

Luna