None More Than You

Released in July 2014, 'None More Than You' served as a precursor to My Brightest Diamond's fourth studio album, 'This Is My Hand.' The EP is a concise exploration of art pop and chamber pop, notably featuring a collaboration with Ryan Lott (Son Lux), whose signature rhythmic complexity and digital textures provide a sharp contrast to Shara Nova's operatic vocal delivery. The tracklist includes two versions of 'Dreaming Awake,' showcasing the album's dual nature: one side is a polished, electronic-forward studio creation, while the other (the Mason Jar live version) emphasizes the raw, theatrical power of Nova's live performance. Critically, the EP was praised for its sophisticated arrangements and Nova's ability to blend classical precision with indie-pop accessibility. It marks a period where the artist was heavily experimenting with woodwinds and brass as primary rhythmic drivers rather than traditional rock instrumentation, solidifying her place as a leading figure in the baroque pop revival of the 2010s.