Andrew Spice Leans Into Love's Comical Disasters on Whimsical Indie Single, "Terrible Date"

• LISTEN TO + SHARE “TERRIBLE DATE” HERE •

• WATCH + SHARE THE OFFICIAL “TERRIBLE DATE” VIDEO HERE •

Canadian indie singer-songwriter Andrew Spice swaps fury for farce on his charming new track, “Terrible Date.” Following the cinematic drama of his previous singles, “Rage Stage” and “Gentle Sentinel,” this whimsical indie waltz turns the awkwardness of a romantic flop into something melodically melancholic and universally relatable.

Written by Spice and produced by two-time JUNO nominee Matthew Barber, “Terrible Date” is a playful detour into romantic misadventure. The song features strings, synths, and a lilting piano rhythm that mirrors the emotional chaos of an evening gone sideways. Acclaimed musician Mike Tompa contributed a madcap string arrangement along with additional keys and guitar, helping to capture both the charm and cringe of a date best left in the rearview. Spice’s husband, Miss Moço, directed, filmed and co-starred in the accompanying visuals – an ironic, full circle moment for a song about a “Terrible Date.”

Listen to “Terrible Date” HERE. Watch the official music video HERE.

A “Terrible Date” is something most of us have gone through. Although it can be a crushing experience, a little time and distance can help us look back and find some humour in it all. This song is a whimsical and melancholic ode to a Saturday night with a person I will never see again (and I’m sure we’re both okay with that). – Andrew Spice

These small degradations

While I search for my companion

Andrew Spice’s return to music after a 21-year hiatus has been anything but quiet. His singles “High Park,” “Gentle Sentinel,” and “Rage Stage” drew praise from Wonderland, FAULT, and House of Solo, with over 60k music video views and airplay on CBC, WXPN, and campus radio across North America. His long-awaited sophomore album – set for release later this year – explores themes of queerness, resilience, grief, humour, and healing, all delivered with unflinching emotional honesty.

A classically trained pianist and acclaimed songwriter, Spice first emerged with 2003’s Pretty Demons (produced by Emm Gryner), earning an OutMusic Award nomination and accolades from NOW Toronto, Toronto Star, and Swerve. After stepping away from music to become a clinical psychologist, he has returned with a fresh body of work that is both hard-earned and deeply human.

FOLLOW ANDREW SPICE ON SOCIALS:

FACEBOOK • INSTAGRAM • TIKTOK • SPOTIFY • APPLE MUSIC • BANDCAMP • YOUTUBE • WEBSITE