Don't worry, Wild Rivers is feeling better now. The indie outfit is experiencing quite a unique run as they share their fourth studio album Better Now only three months after releasing their critically acclaimed third, Never Better. Described as companion records, the Nettwerk-released projects dive deep into the confusing, complicated & unknown realities of life in your twenties. The trio, consisting of members Khalid Yassein, Devan Glover & Andrew Oliver, explain how both "projects make up the full spectrum of who we are. […] We wrote all of the songs at the same time. Finishing Better Now, we really felt that it was the close of a massive musical and personal chapter."
The triumvirate is no stranger to success. Their breakout single "Thinkin' Bout Love," which was off their second LP Sidelines, garnered over 850 million global streams and was also certified Gold in the US and Australia, Platinum in Canada. They've similarly seen their twin projects receive high praise, especially in standout tracks like "Everywhere I Go," which perfectly captures the groovy, earthy essence of the band and "What Kind of Song," which showcases the band's raw, reflective disposition, lush harmonies & tasteful blend of soft rock and pop.
Much of their story also takes place on the road. Initially playing with acts like The Chicks and Noah Kahan as support, Wild Rivers has gone on to play countless headline shows at larger venues, developing their engaging live performance they have become known for. The band is fresh off a sold-out North American leg and are taking the show to Europe next month where they will play to fans in Germany, Switzerland, France, the UK & more.
The indie band's recent output is a testament to one of the core messages of both albums, embracing change. As the trio continues to grow and change, their sound across their four projects, too, becomes more empathetic, more beautiful. With upcoming shows to round out the year and both albums out in the world, Wild Rivers highlights that it's "bittersweet, but so meaningful to be able to chronicle our lives between these projects. Ultimately, we are optimistic."
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