MINOE Leans Into the Pull of the Past on “Foghorns”

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by Lauren Chenette

photo by Eleala

MINOE’s latest single “Foghorns” continues to carve out a compelling space for the Nova Scotia-born artist, blending emotional depth with a sleek, club-ready edge. Following the momentum of “Loophole,” this new release leans further into her signature contrast: glossy, DNB-inspired production paired with lyrics that confront some heavier emotional terrain. 

At its core, “Foghorns” captures the quiet pull of returning to places and people that no longer serve you. MINOE explores that lingering sense of dread with a measured, almost hypnotic delivery, as if circling the feeling rather than confronting it head-on. The production mirrors that push and pull, full of airy, atmospheric textures that drift over the pulsing beat, while subtle Celtic influences give the track a distinct identity without overpowering its pop sensibilities. 

What stands out most is MINOE’s control. There’s a restraint in how “Foghorns” unfolds, allowing its themes of fear and emotional entrapment to simmer beneath the surface rather than erupt. It makes for a listening experience that feels both introspective and immersive, music you can move to, but also sit with. 

With a debut album, Stella Marina, on the horizon, “Foghorns” feels like a confident step forward. It builds naturally on the groundwork laid by “Loophole,” while hinting at a broader, more cohesive sonic world still to come. If this track is any indication, MINOE is not just refining her sound, she’s deepening it, balancing vulnerability and polish in a way that feels increasingly self-assured. 

“Foghorns” is being released April 23, 2026!