Montreal (Feeling it All): Esteban Obando Captures the Beauty of Memory and Nostalgia

Los Angeles based artist Esteban Obando continues to establish his unique creative identity with “Montreal (Feeling it All),” the debut single from his waterfall release album Tiny Pieces of Tape vol.1. Released earlier this year, the track offers a heartfelt reflection on memory, nostalgia, and the lasting emotions connected to Obando’s years growing up in Montreal.

Working entirely as a solo multi instrumentalist, Obando writes, performs, records, and produces every aspect of his music independently. For this release, he embraced a deliberately stripped back recording process, capturing the entire song in a single afternoon using minimal equipment and recording directly to cassette. The result is an intimate performance filled with warmth, authenticity, and charming imperfections that perfectly complement the song’s emotional core.

The recording features double tracked vocals, rich spring reverb, and every instrument played by Obando himself, creating a beautifully cohesive sound that feels both personal and timeless. By limiting technology and focusing on honest performances, he allows the emotion of the songwriting to shine naturally.

“Montreal (Feeling it All)” has already connected with listeners, earning praise for its nostalgic atmosphere and heartfelt delivery while drawing comparisons to artists known for their sincerity and warmth. It is a memorable introduction to Tiny Pieces of Tape vol.1 and a promising showcase of Esteban Obando’s distinctive artistic vision.