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Wildchoir | |
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 Wildchoir performing at Bioneers in 2019 | |
| Background information | |
| Origin | Oakland, California |
| Genres | |
| Years active | 2006–present |
| Labels | Independent |
| Website | wildchoir |
Wildchoir is an ensemble of vocalists, artists, activists, educators, healers, and community organizers based in Oakland, California. The group is known for their rich harmonies and the diverse blend of cultures and identities they bring to their music, which encompasses genres such as R&B, Soul, Gospel, and Folk. [1] Wildchoir originated as “Thrive Choir”, and spent its first years as the musical voice of Thrive East Bay and the global Thrive Network.
Collaborations and Performances
editWildchoir has recorded on a Grammy Award-winning album with Esperanza Spalding and has performed alongside nationally-acclaimed artists dedicated to social change, including Rising Appalachia, Climbing Poetree, and MaMuse. The group has also shared stages with notable progressive figures such as Bernie Sanders, Ericka Huggins, Joanna Macy, and Resmaa Menakem. They have performed at prominent festivals and conferences across California, including Bioneers, Lightning in a Bottle,California Institute of Integral Studies, the Institute of Noetic Sciences, and the North America Permaculture Convergence.
Debut EP: Love Anyway
editIn 2023, Wildchoir released their debut EP, Love Anyway. This EP showcases their powerful soul and gospel harmonies and delves into themes of connection, justice, healing, and both self and community love.
Touring and Activism
edit2023, Wildchoir embarked on their first tour, performing across Northern California alongside bands MaMuse and The Feelings Parade. The group thrives in environments of activism, often performing at demonstrations and rallies.[2] They have led thousands in song at protests and actions supporting anti-war movements as well as racial, economic, and climate justice.
References
edit- ^ https://www.wildchoir.org/
- ^ "The Thrive Choir: Harmonies of Liberation". 26 June 2020.