The Playlist: Amanda Sum

Vancouver singer-songwriter Amanda Sum just released a 16-minute flowing suite made up of 18 short songs about a failing love life, so she’s got some time now to get back to being a pop culture consumer. Here’s what she’s watching, listening to and obsessing over right now.

THE ARTIST: Remi Wolf

I’ve jumped on the Remi Wolf train and will ride it forever. I’ve also been listening to a lot of Carol Ades, Djo and Rachel Chinouriri lately. All of these artists have lyrics that make my head tilt in the best way and have grooves that get me wiggling in my kitchen.

THE SONG: “Wait for the Moment” by Vulpeck

This song has become my pre-show (both theatre and music concert) and pre-audition ritual. I feel like something is missing if I don’t listen to it before a show now.

THE FILM: Past Lives

I loved Past Lives. So much ache in subtle and intricate ways. And Aftersun. My breath gets locked in my throat thinking about the end.

THE GUILTY PLEASURE SHOW: The Bachelorette

Okay, I admit there is something very interesting to me about The Bachelorette because (despite its trashiness) there is an element of communication that is somewhat… refreshing? Is that wild for me to say? I know it’s performative, but sometimes I watch scenes of dates and get impressed because I have never seen a man be so articulate with his feelings before in “real life.”

Sum’s new EP, does it make me naive if I’ve never been part of something where I’ve meant more to them than they did to me?, is available on streaming services now.