Victoria’s r.mason Shares New Single, “European Swimsuit”
Victoria, BC-based artist r.mason has unveiled the first of two new singles set to be released entitled “European Swimsuit.”
r.mason shares,
“I wrote this song after a trip to Antibes, France – it’s about open sexuality and freedom despite those
that try to keep us covered up. There had just been a terrorist attack at the Antibes Airport and I was
terrified to spend time in Antibes. When we landed, the first place we went was to the beach right in
front of our hotel. The beautiful people on the beach were wearing these, what we Canadians would
call, tiny bathing suits, and some were only half-dressed. The open confidence, bravery, sexuality,
beauty, and freedom was so apparent that it was almost hard to see if there was any felt vulnerability at
all. Part of the reason the terrorists attack, is to oppose this lifestyle of freedom. To see these people
so openly enjoying their bodies and the beaches in the sunshine was an image I will never forget.I learned so much that trip, about letting yourself be free and open, and standing up for what you believe no matter what.
Before I left I went to the bathing suit shop and bought a bathing suit. I am ashamed to say, I chickend
out and bought the top and not the thong bottoms. If ever I return, I’ll buy a pair in every colour.“