Erik Mut is a Canadian singer-songwriter and digital nomad whose music and business demonstrate a commitment to experiencing and exploring the world. Enamoured with the Balkans, Erik left his hometown of Toronto in 2008 and moved to Belgrade, Serbia. Here, he formed the band Worldly Savages, crafting catchy folk-punk energy that drew hordes of fans to over 250 shows across Europe. Delving into the concept of being a global citizen and internationalism, Erik’s music speaks to embracing life beyond borders, with nuanced reflections on the dark side of travellings, such as alienation and displacement.
Possessing a rare and unique talent to bridge the gap between poetic story-telling and contagious rhythms, Erik is an acclaimed artist and ambitious entrepreneur, employing over 180 people in his ex-pat support venture, Support Adventure, which allows people to work remotely and travel for a living. Endowed with an abundance of potential, Erik continues to spread his powerful message of freedom and exploration.
Erik & The Worldly Savages’ new EP, “Break Free”, is a captivating exploration of rock music. From the moment the opening track “Brainwashed” begins, listeners are treated to a feisty blend of edgy guitar and male vocals that will stay with them long after the EP ends. It’s immediately clear that this is an anthem meant to be sung along to and the catchy melodies prove this from start to finish.
The driving force of “Break Free” is Erik & The Worldly Savages’ hard-hitting variety of rock sounds. Presented in a highly polished and controlled way, the energy remains consistent throughout the EP. Instruments and vocal melodies somehow manage to stay fresh and exciting with each song and not at all repetitive. This helps to make each song its own unique entity and lends to the overall narrative of breaking free and travelling the world.
For anyone looking for a sound a little different from the pop music dominating today’s airwaves, look no further than Erik & The Worldly Savages’ “Break Free” EP. The slickly produced and rhythmically engaging tracks are a clear testament to their masterful skill for creating anthemic, rock-inspired music. Get ready for a truly wonderful listening experience.
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