Anders delivers a sound that is inextricably linked to the 'Toronto Sound' popularized in the mid-2010s, but with a sharper, more melodic pop sensibility. His music feels like a high-definition photograph of a city at night: cold, expensive, and slightly lonely. The production is characterized by heavy low-end, crisp hi-hats, and atmospheric synths that create a sense of vast, empty space.
What sets him apart is the seamless transition between traditional R&B crooning and a modern, rhythmic rap flow. His voice often sounds submerged or distant, treated with just enough reverb to feel like it is bouncing off the walls of an empty penthouse. It is luxury music for people who are currently processing the emotional cost of that luxury.
Start with the '669' EP to hear the foundation of his sound. It captures the perfect balance of moody atmosphere and infectious hooks that earned him his initial following. From there, move to 'Twos' for a more refined, high-gloss evolution of his nocturnal aesthetic.
Anders Ly (born July 14, 1995), known mononymously as Anders (stylized as anders), is a Canadian singer, rapper and songwriter. Anders is a two-time Juno Award–nominated artist. He is best known for his debut EP, 669 (2017), and second EP, Twos (2018), both featuring production from Canadian Grammy-nominated music producers FrancisGotHeat and Luca “905LUCA” Polizzi, as well as for his hit single collaboration with Canadian DJ duo Loud Luxury titled "Love No More," which peaked at number 44 on the Billboard Canadian Hot 100 chart and spent 20 weeks there. Anders released his latest single collaboration with Toronto-based music producer Dimi, “Not Impressed,” on May 5, 2023.
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