Vivek Shraya Unveils Stellar Collaboration with Canadian Icon Jann Arden “I Miss My Friends”
Vivek Shraya proudly announces the release of a music video for the captivating new version of “I Miss My Friends” originally from her latest visual album, Baby, You’re Projecting. This rendition features the legendary Jann Arden, marking another milestone in Shraya’s series of major collaborations, including with Jully Black and Donovan Woods, as well as the release of How To Fail As A Popstar, her new CBC Gem original series that premiered in October.
Speaking of the experience, Arden says,
“It was an absolute adventure recording with Vivek!! It’s such a great song with such a universal message of friendship and connection. I think we sound great together!”
Acknowledging Arden’s influence on her artistic journey, Shraya says,
“I feel like on some level, this song was inspired by Jann Arden’s “Ode to a Friend.” As a fellow Albertan, I owe so much to Jann and the path she has paved for artists like me, and I was obsessed with her album “Happy” (which recently celebrated its 25th anniversary!) which features this song. I remember thinking at the time that it was so special because there are so few pop songs that center on friendship. Friendship is where I am most vulnerable and needy, so I have listened the shit out of that song and it feels extra special to have this full circle moment with Jann singing on this track.”
In a thrilling bonus, Shraya had the opportunity to be in the studio while Arden recorded her vocals. “I HAVE A SONG WITH JANN ARDEN!?! Life is strange and awesome!” Shraya exclaims.