Toronto artist Adam Platek, known as Missing Pet has just released his new EP “Moon Rules”. It’s a five-track project that feels both personal and universal at the same time. The story behind the music is powerful, after a near-death cycling accident earlier this year, Adam felt as though life had given him a second chance and this sense of rebirth flows strongly through the record. You can hear it in the lyrics, the emotions and the way the music moves from light to shadow, just like the phases of the moon.
The EP opens with “Broad Daylight”, a track that immediately sets the tone with energy and emotion. It mixes acoustic guitar riffs with rich production layers, giving the song a sense of both intimacy and fullness. The vocals here stand out, the’re emotional and drawing the listener into the world Adam has built. It feels like the perfect way to begin a record that’s about transformation and survival.
Next comes “Secret Admirer”, which brings deeper, more distinctive vocal melodies. The production is creative and layered with small details in the background that make the song feel alive. It’s one of those tracks you can listen to multiple times and always discover something new in the sound.
Things take a different turn on “Bitey”, a slower and calmer track with fewer elements in the arrangement. Instead of big energy, the focus here is on atmosphere. The haunting quality of the vocals and the stripped-back production give the song a sense of stillness, almost like being alone at night under the moonlight.
The standout moment of the EP might be “Floodgates”. With captivating melodies and some of the best vocal production on the project, this song feels like a release of emotion and is beautifully delivered.
Finally, “Over It” closes the record in a way that feels uplifting and complete. The energy returns and with it, a rush of emotion. It’s a strong ending that leaves the listener not in darkness, but in light.
This release is more than just an EP. It’s a journey through emotion, survival and self-discovery. Adam Platek has created something deeply personal, but also easy for anyone to connect with. It’s music that reminds us of resilience and of the beauty in starting over.
