Today, Bria Salmena, known for her work with FRIGS and Orville Peck, has released the long awaited debut album called Big Dog via Sub Pop (outside of Canada) and Royal Mountain Records (in Canada).
On Big Dog, Salmena crafts a brooding blend of indie alt-rock, laced with synth-like textures and raw, evocative songwriting.
The album showcases her distinctive vocal delivery—smoky and commanding—while weaving between shadowy atmospheres and jagged guitar-driven moments. Fans of her past work will appreciate the noir-tinged aesthetic, but Big Dog also marks a bold step forward, embracing a fuller, more expansive sound.
About the album by Bria:
Big Dog chronicles a story of transformation–a deeply personal exploration of resilience and a declaration of artistic independence forged through collaboration.
Long celebrated as the frontwoman of Canadian post-punk outfit FRIGS and as a vocalist in Orville Peck’s live band, Salmena culminates her artistic evolution on Big Dog.
Anchored by her commanding voice—alternately tender, raw, and defiant—the album traverses the terrain of vulnerability and connection, marking the arrival of an artist boldly coming into her own.
Big Dog gets: 📷📷📷📷📷📷📷📷/10.
Bria Salmena – Big Dog [Streaming]
