Men I Trust – Equus Caballus
Release Date: May 6, 2025
Origin: Montreal, Canada
Genre: Indie pop, dream pop, soft electronic
With Equus Caballus, Montreal-based trio Men I Trust deliver another spellbinding chapter in their quietly evolving sound—a dreamy, introspective album that continues their signature blend of soft electronics, silky grooves, and hypnotic melodies. Founded in 2014, the band—Jessy Caron, Dragos Chiriac, and Emma Proulx—have built a distinct world of understated charm, and this new record feels like a deeper dive into that universe.
Band Members
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Jessy Caron – Guitar, bass, co-production
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Dragos Chiriac – Keyboards, production, synths
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Emma Proulx – Vocals, guitar, lyrics
Together, they craft music that is both intimate and expansive, minimalist yet emotionally full—songs that feel effortlessly smooth while carrying layers of subtle complexity.
Sound & Aesthetic
Equus Caballus continues Men I Trust’s tradition of warm, laid-back arrangements, built around soft grooves, liquid guitar lines, vintage synth textures, and Emma’s airy, melancholic vocals. The production is fluid and analog-leaning, giving the album a tactile, almost weightless feel—like moving through a familiar dream.
Though rooted in indie pop, the band weaves in elements of chillwave, lounge, and soft electronic, resulting in a sound that’s distinctively theirs: mellow but never flat, sentimental without being saccharine. Each track unfolds at its own pace, never rushed, inviting the listener into a space of calm reflection.
Themes & Mood
Lyrically, Equus Caballus evokes themes of longing, solitude, self-exploration, and emotional detachment. There’s a sense of drifting through time—both physically and emotionally—capturing the disorientation and serenity of modern life. The album’s title, referencing the Latin name for the horse, subtly suggests ideas of movement, freedom, and silent strength.
The overall mood is meditative, romantic, and gently introspective. It’s the kind of album that works as both a soundtrack for quiet evenings and a companion for long, inward-looking journeys.
Critical Response
Equus Caballus has already received praise for its sonic coherence, emotional subtlety, and the band’s continued ability to do more with less. Critics have noted that Men I Trust remain masters of mood—able to create albums that are deeply personal, quietly stylish, and timeless in feel. With this record, they further refine their minimalist aesthetic into something emotionally profound.
