Animal

Us Villains, a three-piece rock band based in Barrie, Ontario, believes life is a series of moments deserving of their own soundtrack. "Each song we write," says front-woman Taylor LaBrier, “…is a part of our story.” “Our own life experiences have become the raw ingredients for our lyrics,” adds songwriter and guitarist Tim Stead. Behind the scenes, instrumentalist and producer G.I. Holm serves as the architect of Us Villains' emotive sound. Holm’s multi-instrument work and poignant arrangements provide the foundation for the band's musical narrative.

Written and performed by Us Villains (Taylor LaBrier, G.I. Holm, Tim Stead)

Produced, mixed and mastered by G.I. Holm (Wallsdown Studios, Owen Sound).
Lyrics and melodies by Taylor LeBrier and Tim Stead.
Instrumentation by G.I. Holm.
Vocal production and additional production by Murray Daigle (Phase One Studios, Toronto).
Photography by Dennis Colley (Invoke Media, Elmvale).
Album artwork and branding by Tim Stead (Paper Rockets, Wasaga Beach).

MAY 20, 2024 - Release for streaming and airplay

May 27, 2024 - Release official video

May 30, 2024 - Release lyric video

June 3, 2024 - Release live acoustic video (from Ash Acoustic Sessions)

CONTACT: Connect@usvillains.com

Open my eyes to start a war
Ready to break down every door
I don't think you know what you’re in for
'Cause now I'm here to settle the score, to settle the score

My backs against the wall, you’ll never see me fall

Throw me to the wolves
I'll make my home among them
I'm just an animal, I'm just an animal
Watch me bare my teeth
And see what's living underneath
I'm just an animal, I'm just an animal

Woah, I'm just an animal, I'm just an animal
Woah, I'm just an animal, I'm just an animal

Dug my way back through thorns and leaves
All I have left, this heart on my sleeve
I wear my battle scars like a crown
Nothing stays buried in this ghost town

Throw me to the wolves
I'll make my home among them
I'm just an animal, I'm just an animal
Watch me bare my teeth
And see what's living underneath
I'm just an animal, I'm just an animal

Woah, I'm just an animal, I'm just an animal
Woah, I'm just an animal, I'm just an animal

I'd rather be a villain than a victim
So tired of hearing all your contradictions
Something inside me has fully awoken
I'd rather be a villain than a victim

I'll be the villain

Throw me to the wolves
I'll make my home among them
I'm just an animal, I'm just an animal
Watch me bare my teeth
And see what's living underneath
I'm just an animal, I'm just an animal
Throw me to the wolves
I'll make my home among them
I'm just an animal, I'm just an animal
Watch me bare my teeth
And see what's living underneath
I'm just an animal, I'm just an animal

Woah, throw me to the wolves
Woah, I'm just an animal, I'm just an animal

I'd rather be a villain than a victim
So tired of hearing all your contradictions
Something inside me has fully awoken
I'd rather be a villain than a victim