Lithuanian-Canadian songwriter Aistis returns with, Caviar For Seagulls, an album that feels like a confessional—raw, poetic, and brimming with self-exploration. Expanding on the introspective lyricism of, Clay, Aistis offers a cinematic folk experience that intertwines melancholy with humor, and reality with imagination. This is not just an album; it’s a journey through memory, regret, and the search for meaning.
The production is lush yet restrained, balancing grandeur with a haunting intimacy. Aistis draws from classical and theatrical influences, incorporating sweeping strings, pedal steel flourishes, and clarinet interludes that lend an ethereal quality to the album. Each track stands alone as a meticulously crafted world, yet together, they form a fragmented tapestry of self-discovery.
Caviar For Seagulls, is a meditation on identity and imperfection, filled with exceptional lyrics. Songs like “Rejoice” and “86/Dove” encapsulate moments of hope and acceptance, while “The Inpatient” takes a stark look at the limits of empathy. Aistis has a gift for blending romantic satire with weighty existential questions, crafting lyrics that feel both deeply personal and universally resonant.
Behind the album’s intricate production lies an emotional core that makes every listen feel like uncovering a new layer. Working alongside engineer Gilles Castilloux and co-producer Niall Mutter, Aistis achieves a sonic balance that highlights both the theatrical and the deeply vulnerable. The textures of the record make it a mesmerizing listen, one that shifts between sorrow and transcendence with remarkable fluidity.
Caviar For Seagulls, is a testament to Aistis’ artistry, a record that refuses to be confined by genre or expectation. It is folk music for the dreamers and the disillusioned, a collection of stories that linger long after they are told.