Alex Henry Foster Unveils New Album A Measure of Shape and Sounds and Prepares for U.S. Tour with Temples

Alex Henry Foster, the Canadian musician known for his deep, introspective soundscapes, is once again captivating audiences with his new ambient LP, A Measure of Shape and Sounds. Set against a backdrop of intricate guitar loops, reverberations, and meditative sound, Foster’s latest work continues to push the boundaries of his artistic journey. As he prepares for his first-ever U.S. solo tour, The Heart Full of Colors, where he’ll support psych-rock band Temples from October 9 to 18, Foster is not just delivering music—he’s delivering an experience.

In discussing the themes behind his latest track, Cinematic Insight, Foster delves into the deeper meanings driving his work. “The song gravitates around intimate and reflective meditations,” he shares, describing how it explores the illusions and projections we create about ourselves. “It offers an introspective invitation to outgrow our pretension, denial, and make-believe through honesty, acceptance, and letting go.” This concept, much like his music, demands contemplation, inviting listeners to engage with their own inner landscapes and to confront the truths they may avoid.

The accompanying music video for Cinematic Insight adds another layer of depth, capturing the evocative symbolism of smoke as a universal spiritual element. Foster explains, “It’s a passage through time…from birth to life, death, and rebirth, and whatever lies in between.” This visual journey, paired with the ambient sonic waves of A Measure of Shape and Sounds, creates a powerful, reflective space for the viewer. Foster’s decision to record the album live, in the moment, allows the music to capture an organic, raw energy. Each sound, each vibration, represents the push and pull of emotional cycles—an “emotional twirl” Foster describes as something we can break free from if we allow ourselves to be in sync with the organic movements of the music.

As he embarks on the Heart Full of Colors tour, Foster’s new album stands not as a continuation of his previous work, Voyage à la Mer, but as its own living organism. Instrumental and minimalist by design, Foster calls this record a “self-searching reflection” and a soundtrack for internal exploration. He adds, “No introspection is really yours until you voice it yourself.” A Measure of Shape and Sounds asks listeners to not only absorb its sound but to find their own voice within it, inviting a personal journey that transcends the traditional boundaries of music.

With Foster’s unique ability to transform his emotional landscape into a sonic masterpiece, this album and the upcoming tour promise to be a dynamic experience for both old fans and new. For anyone yearning for music that is both immersive and thought-provoking, A Measure of Shape and Sounds offers a sonic sanctuary, urging us all to pause, reflect, and engage with the world around us—and within us.

TRACKLISTING
1. Thoughtful Descent
2. Mechanical Revision
3. A Mind’s Tapestry
4. Cinematic Insight
5. Self-Portrait
6. Sorrowful Bouquet
7. Manic View
8. A Gesture, A Present
9. Alchemical Connection
10. Reflective Ascent