Spring Demos (2017) features a collection of unreleased tracks was released July 3rd. Dana Gavanski released the tracks via Full Time Hobby. This is a fascinating listen for seeing how Dana constructs her songs. There is a lot of fragile acoustic sounding tracks on this. Super chill listen and something definitely worth keeping a hold of until Autumn comes.
Born in Vancouver, British Columbia, to a Serbian family, Dana Gavanski relocated to Montreal for university with initial plans to pursue a film career. A shift occurred when an ex-partner gifted her a guitar, prompting her to relearn the instrument. In 2016, a summer job as a producer’s assistant on a film provided the financial means to dedicate a year to music, leading to her debut EP, “Spring Demos.”
By 2019, Gavanski signed with the record label Full Time Hobby, releasing her critically acclaimed debut album, “Yesterday Is Gone,” in March 2020. This was followed by the covers EP “Wind Songs” later that year. Her sophomore album, “When It Comes,” was released in April 2022, and her third album, “Late Slap,” was released in April 2024.
Gavanski’s career has been marked by significant challenges, including the release of her debut album just as the COVID-19 pandemic prompted widespread lockdowns. The promotional cycle for the record was heavily impacted by the global shutdown, which coincided with her recent move to London.
The creation of her second album, “When It Comes,” presented another major hurdle: Gavanski experienced a period of voice loss that rendered her unable to sing or speak. This personal health crisis profoundly influenced the album’s themes and delayed its production. Despite these obstacles, she has continued to tour extensively throughout the U.K., Europe, and North America, building a reputation for her resilient and evolving artistry.
Tracks on Spring Demos (2017)
Tracks included in the release
1. Heart Inside
2. The Wind (Blew You Away) 04:52
3. How Much is Enough? 05:08
4. Broken Seams 04:48
5. How Long Has it Been? 02:59
6. Circles 03:05
7. Those Days 03:23
Self-described as “A reflective collection of Dana Gavanski’s earliest songs, originally released in 2017” this newest release is 100% worth the listen.
Gavanski’s work will appeal to fans of introspective songwriters like Laura Marling and Marika Hackman. Her early EP, “Spring Demos,” was re-released in July 2020. The record provides direct insight into her foundational songwriting process.
The collection is composed of fragile, acoustic-driven tracks. The raw production showcases her great vocals and Beatles-issue guitar work. For newcomers to Dana’s work or Cate le Bon fans, check out Leaving Home Again,
For more information on her music and tour dates, visit Dana Gavanski’s official website.