: Amythyst Kiah
Why This Album Matters: Amythyst Kiah shares her own experiences, struggles, and hopes as a queer Black woman in the South on this very personal collection of songs that reflects the ongoing national discourse on race and identity. The Tennessee-born Kiah, who plays acoustic guitar and is backed by a formidable band, has a strong, confident voice and profound honesty as a lyricist. Wary + Strange is a multidimensional statement on Black power, gay pride, and self-discovery. In Her Own Words: “This album serves as a way to cope with the crippling anxiety I’ve felt about my identity, w...