Parallels is a synth-pop trio consisting of honey-haired front-woman and vocalist, Holly Dodson (2008-present), her brother, drummer Nick Dodson (2010-present), and pianist / vocalist Artem Galperine on synthesizers (2010-present). In 2012, Parallels released their much-anticipated second album, XII on Canadian imprint, Marigold Productions Limited. Shortly after it’s release, the album reached #5 on Earshot’s National Electronic Charts in Canada, charted on CMJ in the United States and went into rotation on over 40 college radio stations in the US, and 36 out of 40 college stations in Canada. XII has already clouted praise from trendsetters such as Fashion Magazine, Daytrotter, AOL Spinner, Filter Magazine, Societe Perrier & Nylon Magazine.
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Since forming in 2008, Parallels has been inspiring dance parties with their vintage synth-driven licks and uptempo HI-NRG rhythm patterns likened to acts such as Giorgio Moroder, New Order and Depeche Mode. In NOW Magazine's 'best of Toronto issue', Parallels was rated critic's pick for 'best electronic group of 2009', alongside other "best of" picks such as artists Metric and Drake. Dodson represented Parallels in Flare Magazine's 30th anniversary issue as one of the 'Hottest names to know in Canadian Music'. Parallels accredit much of their foundational success to being a blog-favourite having been featured acclaimed blogs including RCRD LBL, Discodust, 20jazzfunkgreats, Valerie, The Music Fix and more. They have also appeared in The London Guardian (U.K), FACT Magazine, Clash Magazine, DUMMY, Exclaim!, NOW Magazine and The Toronto Star. Parallels continues to build a loyal following having been featured on the cover of Toronto’s largest free newspaper, formerly known as EYE Weekly.
