What makes And Distrust It by Emm Gryner notable?

And Distrust It received critical acclaim for its lyrical sophistication and melodic composition, helping to establish Gryner as a notable figure in the Canadian pop music landscape. The album cultivated a dedicated fan base and positioned her for future successes, including subsequent albums that would further explore her artistic range. Released in January 1995, And Distrust It was Emm Gryner's debut album, marking her entrance into the Canadian music scene. At this time, she was a young artist establishing her unique sound after years of honing her craft, having previously been involved in various musical projects.

Who is And Distrust It for?

And Distrust It works well if you're into introspective moments of quiet reflection, melodic explorations of emotional depth and short tracks for focused listening.

How many songs are on And Distrust It?

And Distrust It has 11 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.

And Distrust It

Emm Gryner · 1995

42 min · 11 tracks · pop music

A blend of introspective lyrics and melodic pop, weaving emotional depth with vibrant instrumentation.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Higher — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its soaring melodies and reflective lyrics, showcasing Gryner's vocal prowess right from the start.
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Strange Heaven — This song combines haunting melodies with evocative imagery that captures themes of longing and introspection, serving as a highlight of her songwriting skills.
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Safety in Solitude — With its intimate arrangement, this track delves into personal themes of isolation and self-reflection, revealing a vulnerable side of Gryner's artistry.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

introspective moments of quiet reflection
melodic explorations of emotional depth
short tracks for focused listening
gentle melodies for late-night solitude

Maybe skip if you

prefer high-energy anthems
want immediate gratification

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in January 1995, And Distrust It was Emm Gryner's debut album, marking her entrance into the Canadian music scene. At this time, she was a young artist establishing her unique sound after years of honing her craft, having previously been involved in various musical projects.
Stylistic neighbors: Neko Case· Laura Veirs· Fiona Apple

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

David

The narrative voice shifts between past and present experiences highlights memories tied to a significant relationship.

This structural choice adds a layer of complexity to the storytelling, contrasting nostalgia with current emotions.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Higher 4:25
2 David 4:51
3 Strange Heaven 4:56
4 The Winter 5:12
5 Five Days 4:24
6 Coming to Me 3:26
7 Trike 0:52
8 Lay Back 4:49
9 Safety in Solitude 4:30
87 [silence] 1:19
88 What You’re Making 4:05

What to play next

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