Anomie Belle

Anomie Belle (an·o·me bel) is an American musician and artivist. Originally a classically trained violinist and songwriter from Portland, Anomie began recording her own music as a child. She has since worked as a musician and producer in Madrid, Glasgow, Amsterdam, New York, Buenos Aires, and London before moving to Seattle in 2006. She is also active as a film composer.

Anomie Belle is noted for provocative vocals/lyrics set to complex beats and layers of herself on strings, electric guitars, synths and other electronic instruments. Haunting melodies and experimental soundscapes transport listeners through the crowded nature of their modern minds and urban spaces. Her material grapples with issues ranging from suburban alienation to human spirituality, sexuality and critiques of corporate power. She also highlights these issues by creating Culture Jams in collaboration with other artists, such as The Yes Men. Anomie is openly queer and throughout her work she blurs typical representations of sexuality.