Toronto-based artist Mylie Taylor is carving out her own lane in alternative rock, blending metalcore intensity with pop energy and emotional storytelling. With a sound that feels both dark and empowering, she is creating music that connects deeply with listeners who have experienced love, loss, and growth. “I make alternative rock music… metalcore leaning. That’s like the basics,” Mylie says. But her story and her artistry goes far beyond a simple description.

Music has been part of Mylie’s life from the very beginning. Growing up with a father who played in bands, she was introduced to live shows at an early age. “My first show was my dad… as soon as you can safely have a baby around a show, that was me,” she recalls. That early exposure made music feel less like a dream and more like a natural path. “From the second I could process it… I thought that was what I wanted to do,” she says. By age nine, she joined a Canadian performance group similar to Kidz Bop, performing until she was 12. After stepping back for a few years, she returned with a stronger sense of identity, eventually launching her current project and pursuing music professionally.

Now, Mylie is stepping into a new era sonically. While her foundation remains rooted in heavier, metalcore-inspired sounds, she is experimenting with more upbeat and danceable elements. Her new single Novocaine is a key example of this evolution, blending intensity with a confident, pop-driven energy. “I wanted to stay true to the heavy stuff that I love, but also incorporate those vibes that made me feel empowered,” she explains. This shift is especially important in her latest project, which centers around heartbreak but refuses to stay in a place of sadness. “It’s a breakup album, but I wanted girls to feel sexy and empowered too,” she adds, highlighting her goal of creating balance between vulnerability and strength.

Much of Mylie’s music is rooted in real-life experiences, particularly when it comes to relationships. Her track One Day I’ll Forget explores the pain of losing someone who once meant everything. “I found God in your eyes… when you’re in that position, you truly put a lot of your self-value in them,” she says. Mylie is also open about her struggles with borderline personality disorder, which intensifies emotional connections and influences her songwriting. That honesty carries into songs like Homicide, where she uses metaphor to describe emotional pain. “Every song is a real story… emotionally, yes, I was ‘murdered,’” she explains. Even when the imagery is dramatic, the feelings behind it are completely real.

Her new album is designed to be more than just a collection of songs; it is a full emotional journey. Mylie intentionally structured it to move from heartbreak to healing, allowing listeners to grow alongside her. “I want someone to listen to it and feel seen, but by the end be like, ‘okay, I’m a bad bitch, goodbye,’” she says. That transformation is central to her message. She wants listeners not only to connect with the pain but to come out stronger on the other side. “I want them to feel like, ‘I know my worth and peace out,’” she adds, emphasizing the importance of self-respect and empowerment.

Beyond the music itself, Mylie places a strong focus on visuals, using imagery to enhance the stories she tells. Her aesthetic leans toward dark, cinematic themes, often inspired by fashion and pop culture. “I love referencing things I find cool. Visuals are a reflection of the song and me,” she explains. For her album artwork, she drew inspiration from Pamela Anderson and a 90s Weezer music video, showing how her influences extend beyond music into a broader creative vision.

When it comes to writing, Mylie’s process starts with emotion and reflection rather than sound. “It’s always words and concepts first for me,” she says. She often writes ideas down like poetry, building a mood or world before turning it into a song. Sometimes, inspiration comes from simple realizations. “One day I will forget… and then I wrote a song about it,” she shares. This approach keeps her music grounded in authenticity, allowing each track to feel personal and intentional.

Even with her current album complete, Mylie is already thinking ahead. She is actively planning her next era, making sure everything she creates connects as part of a larger story. “I’m already working on the next album, everything connects. We’re building a world here,” she says. While there are no official tour announcements yet, she remains hopeful about bringing her music to the stage.

With her mix of raw honesty, evolving sound, and clear artistic vision, Mylie is proving that heartbreak can be transformed into something powerful. Her music doesn’t just sit in sadness..it pushes through it, offering listeners a way to feel understood while also reminding them of their own strength.