Will Toledo, known for his grand concepts, takes his music to a whole new level with The Scholars. This ambitious rock opera unfolds at the fictional Parnassus University, a surreal academic playground where characters grapple with spirituality, identity, and personal evolution. The album employs narrative structure and conceptual storytelling, drawing inspiration from postmodern indie music like Tommy or The Wall, but filtered through Toledo’s signature lo-fi anxiety and sha

Critics have praised its emotional honesty and maturity, even as some listeners may find the minimalism a challenging entry point.