“After taking a stance on female body rights in her last single, Toronto-based artist Puma June returns with another poignant track "Love Comes & Goes." The reflective ballad sees her looking deep into the complexities of women's health and the struggles people rarely speak of.”

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“Puma June’s Love Comes & Goes is a deeply personal neo-soul ballad that unravels the weight of uncertainty and self-acceptance.”

“Known for her vulnerability and rawness, Puma June creates a space where self-love and acceptance take centre stage.”

"What sets Puma June apart is more than just her versatility; it’s her ability to weave a clear perspective into her music. We love an artist who has something to say, and Puma says it loud and clear."

“Her voice is powerful enough to break through even the toughest exterior, yet it carries an accent that beautifully reflects her unique identity. It’s truly a pleasure to witness.”

“The video is a visually striking piece of high fashion rebellion, which not only challenges societal expectations but also celebrates the pursuit of creative freedom and shameless ownership of one’s body and identity.”

“Armed with an expressive and distinctive vocal tone, Puma delivers an engaging performance bolstered by raw emotionally powerful lyrics that tap into her experience as a woman dealing with societal constraints that try to hem women and put them in a box.”

“Up and coming artist Puma June releases her first single off her upcoming debut EP with a video that explores control, power and bodily autonomy.”

“The music video, directed by Arden Grier, was brought to life through the support of the RBC Music x Prism Prize grant. As a recipient of this prestigious award, Puma June has crafted a visual masterpiece that resonates with the struggles and triumphs of self-expression and control.”

“Toronto-based multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Shanti Abbott, also known as Puma June, evokes a hopeful sadness through her introspective songwriting. A self-taught guitarist and Suzuki-trained violinist, she has a dreamy yet rich, experimental chamber-pop style with a sprinkle of R&B.”

“Achingly intimate and beautifully raw, Puma June’s first single of the year is a resounding anthem of empowerment and self-love. Independently released January 11, “Holy” is a stunning assertion of self-worth, importance, and human value, and an impassioned rejection of a society that commodifies women and so often reduces them to their bodies.”

“On the sanguine “Lost Years,” the new single from Puma June, the project of Toronto singer-songwriter Shanti Abbott, those feelings dance around a melancholic alt-R&B twirl that understands missteps of the past but also yearns optimistically for a better future.”

“Toronto, ON-based artist Puma June shared her single, “Holy,” last month. Enjoy a brief cover of “Natural Woman” by Arena Franklin performed by Puma June below.”

“emerging Canadian artist you need to hear”

“Abbott's brand of R&B-laced chamber pop gives FOMO depth far beyond an acronym.”

“Hailing from Toronto is emerging artist Puma June. As a self-taught singer, producer and multi-instrumentalist, June creates intricate and elegant pieces of pop that are not only sonically mesmerising, but lyrically powerful…With support from the likes of Exclaim Magazine already under her belt, Puma June is one Canadian talent to watch for.”

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“June’s music is characterised by a dreamy, lush, experimental chamber-pop sound that is accented with R&B. Her contemplative songwriting evokes an optimistic melancholy in her listeners.”

“Мудрая песня с очень глубоким текстом и запоминающимся вокалом -Puma June-, энергия голоса которой держит вас в напряжении. Сильная мелодическая составляющая очень концентрированными порциями подаёт всю свою красоту и мощь содержания.”

“A wise song with very deep text and memorable vocals -puma june-, the energy of the voice of which holds you in tension. A strong melodic component with very concentrated portions serves all its beauty and power.” (Automatically Translated)

“What got my attention first was Puma June‘s comment about working as a registered nurse. It’s rare that we come across musicians with such a demanding profession. The more I am in awe with “Lost Years,” Puma June’s new single and mesmerizing video…This is all very, very promising.”

“A base é levada por um piano suave que usa notas maravilhosas, fazendo assim uma cama perfeita para que ela execute sua voz maravilhosa de maneira brilhante. Para deixar a música ainda mais perfeita somos agraciados com um solo de Guitarra bem suave que dá aquele toque todo especial a canção.”

“June has a strong political stance, with an emphasis on women’s rights and family trauma. She has experienced the pain and growth that result from these experiences. June has an alluring way of transforming sorrow into inspiring victories.”

“Puma June prouve avec Glass Curtain que la voix est le plus beau des instruments. Elle peut faire beaucoup de choses comme raconter une histoire, inviter des gens à un voyage et nous laisser avec de belles images. Nous avons aimé cette production très apaisante, ce mood jazzy et ce rythme rappelant une soirée d’été à la plage!”

“I am loving Puma June's rich, enchanting vocals and ethereal harmonies which soar beautifully over the captivating production that features orchestral strings seamlessly intertwined with lush guitar plucks, steady drum patterns, emotive piano chords and warm sax touches that together create quite a comforting and intimate piece of music perfect for a reflective day.”

“A definite soul exists within this song and as it seems to blossom and grow musically throughout, it ends with these horns and just this feeling of free jazz, which really also just takes it across genres.”

“June, a vocalist, self-taught guitarist, and Suzuki-trained violinist, spent her formative years song writing and getting involved in musical projects in her hometown of Barrie, Ontario.”

“With notable singles like “Lost Years” and “Glass Curtain”, Puma June has garnered recognition as an emerging Canadian artist. Her music tackles powerful themes of family, growth, women’s rights, and the challenges faced by artists in a society that often undervalues their contributions.”