Wilder, Vivienne
I Don't Believe
Drawn to outsider art and '90s indie music, Toronto's Vivienne Wilder tackles inner strength on her latest release I Don't Believe, a reference to her dismissal of most evil actions as addictive power trips by individuals who are themselves feeling outcast. Over 8 tracks of Elastica-tinged mixed with the sax-laden The Zutons, while discussing Tom Waits with Mazzy Star inspired music, Vivienne Wilder delves into topics surrounding mental health, both her own and those around her. With a lauded, distinctive smoky voice that's been strengthened through weekly YouTube livestreams during the pandemic, Wilder's take on the world is engaging, raw and at times raucous. On the song "Sparrow Bones", Wilder takes the message from film 'Harold & Maude' that although a field of daisies all look alike, each one is unique, and applies it to Sparrows, and how we all need to celebrate our uniqueness, despite feeling homogenous For fans of PONY, Cloud Nothings, IAN SWEET, Elastica, Big Thief