Too Much Light, the Vancouver-based audiovisual Goth pop project of Jenny Kirby (they/them), Sean Keane (he/him) and Parris Florence (she/her) just released a timely anti-capitalist mash up of two classic gothic works, Nine Inch Nails’ “Head Like A Hole” and their queer twist on the imagery from the Charles Dickens classic “A Christmas Carol.”
According to Kirby, “The intent was to combine two prolific creative works with an anti-capitalist theme that has been influential for me personally and artistically. I wanted to draw thematic parallels between the two and highlight their relevance even though they were created 150 years apart. Art is powerful, and art is resistance. It’s a way to fight systemic oppression through non-violence and make a cultural impact. I also wanted to expand on Dickens’ theme of social responsibility through representation in media. It’s a topic Sean, Parris and I are very passionate about. We are a queer band with a BIPOC member, and know first-hand how validating it feels to be seen and represented in media. We also acknowledge our power and responsibility as creators, and wanted a cast of characters that are diverse and inclusive.”
The video features Dickensian ghosts in drag. Kirby, who identifies as non-binary and pansexual, shows up as an androgynous Jacob Marley’s ghost. Florence portrays drag king version of the Ghost of Christmas Present and Spencer Densmore plays a drag queen version of the Ghost of Christmas Past. The straight couples portrayed are also intentionally interracial. Other local artists within Vancouver’s dark alternative music scene appear in the video — Stephen Hughes of Bleached Heat and Bruce Wilson of RxHx.
The video was directed by Erik Gustafson (Adoration Destroyed, Eva X, Skull Cultist), Production Design by Jenny Kirby (Borg Queen, Too Much Light) whose film credits include, Avatar: The Last Airbender S1, Woman of the Hour and The Mysterious Benedict Society S1.
The process was a true Dickensian exercise of constraint in lean times. Working in collaboration with Erik we were able to shoot the video in 2 days in Jenny’s living room using all thrifted and handmade costumes, props and set dec.
Too Much Light is currently recording their debut EP, “Exposure” which will be released in 2026 along with a series of music videos.
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Upcoming Live Shows:
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Feb 14, 2026 at The Phoenix in Victoria, BC
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Feb 20, 2026 at Lana Lou’s in Vancouver, BC