East Coast Folk Meets Celtic Romance on "Indefinitely," the Heart of Malia Rogers' Debut 'Chameleon' EP
Nova Scotia raised, Ottawa-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Malia Rogers unveils her debut EP, Chameleon, featuring the vast and heartfelt centerpiece, "Indefinitely." Chameleon merges her East Coast roots with folk, bluegrass, and Celtic traditions to explore themes of identity, growth, self-compassion, and enduring connection. With a storytelling voice rich in vulnerability and nuance, the six-song collection offers a layered portrait of transformation – pairing past hurts with their healing counterparts.
"Indefinitely" offers a barefoot love song for the deeply known – a sweeping meditation on partnership, evolution, and unconditional devotion. Built on rhythmic acoustic textures, lilting mandolin, melodic strings, and a heartbeat of bodhrán, the track captures the feeling of the tide coming in – calm, powerful, and enduring. "I told my producer Neil Whitford that I wanted it to sound like the tide," says Rogers. "There's ocean imagery in the lyrics, and as a Nova Scotian living away in Ontario, the water makes me feel like I'm home. So does the love this song is written about."
Written on the seventh anniversary of her relationship with now-husband Matthew, "Indefinitely" reflects on the idea that we become entirely new people over time – and how rare it is to evolve in tandem with another.
Stream + share Chameleon feat. "Indefinitely" now: https://maliarogers.fanlink.tv/chameleon
Watch + share "Indefinitely" Live at Breezehill North Studios w/Erik Johnson-Scherger, as well: https://youtu.be/sb1onv48bDA
A seasoned performer in the Canadian folk scene, Malia Rogers also lends her talents to acclaimed roots group Jessica Pearson & The East Wind, offering mandolin, banjo, and harmonies. With Chameleon, she steps into a new chapter – one that embraces change, affirms her voice, and finds courage in emotional honesty.
"This release has helped me overcome a lot of impostor syndrome," says Rogers. "I've learned to trust my instincts, take my time, and be proud of my work. Chameleon is proof that our stories can change – and so can we."
