Leith Ross On "I Can See The Future" (Press Conference Recap)

Written by Claire Hookstra

The Winnipeg-based artist, Leith Ross, first made waves in the indie scene with their 2022 viral hit, “We’ll Never Have Sex.” Known for their introspective lyricism and acoustic production, Ross rightfully gained a dedicated audience following the single, who embraced their first studio album, To Learn, with open arms. Their second studio album, I Can See The Future, is being released on September 19, 2025, followed by a North American tour this fall.

“I’m never not going to write a coming-of-age record. Whether that age be 27, 35, [or] 52. I'm always gonna be writing about some coming-of-age.” Ross shared when asked about the comparison in style between To Learn and the upcoming record. Emotion and vulnerability fill Ross’ music, with songs that explore the unanswerable questions of romance, individualism, and life itself. This concept should be expected to only develop and flourish in the new album, as existential as ever. 

I Can See The Future’s title is reminiscent of the final song on the record, “(I Can See) The Future.” Ross described the track as the outlier, having “Grieving” and “Grieving- Reprise” start and end the main tracklist of the album. However, the track is also the “beating heart” of the work, according to the artist, encompassing the album’s themes of hope and community as a whole. After the main part of the album concludes, listeners are left with an experimental song of hope for the future and finding peace in others' lives that will flourish long after we are all gone. 

The title track is written from the perspective of someone in the distant future, documenting the beauty that Ross dreams lies ahead for our planet. The record explores both these feelings of joy and hope present here, while countering them with grief and desperation. “Stay,” the last single before the record’s release, gives listeners a glimpse into the more somber aspects of the album. The song navigates the complexities of learning to be your own friend while also contributing to your community. Without community, we are simply alone; however, you must also learn the importance of solitude. 

Sonically, I Can See The Future consists of more “sparkly” beats and rapid synth, a direct result of Ross’s collaboration with Rostam, the producer behind Clairo’s Immunity and HAIM’s I Quit. In “(I Can See) The Future,” backing vocals from Dijon add depth to the already vivid imagery of the lyrics and electric production. While the acoustic and quietness of Ross’ older work are still present on the record, the artist’s new approach to sound is fresh and welcoming.  

Soon, we will all be able to fully immerse ourselves in the world of I Can See The Future, which should first be listened to on a long walk or bike ride, according to Ross. Be sure to check if Leith Ross is coming to a city near you, so you can experience the magic of their music live.

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