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Eva Under Fire’s Amanda Lyberg Gets “Villainous,” Embraces the Villain, and Redefines Identity
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- May 3, 2026
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Summary
It’s been a few years since Amanda Lyberg of Eva Under Fire last stopped by — and this time, the stakes feel different . This week, we dig into Villinous , a record that doesn’t just evolve the band’s sound , but reframes it — leaning hard into identity , perception , and what it really means to take back labels that were never meant to empower . A big part of that conversation centers around the title track , featuring Maria Brink of In This Moment — and how her presence doesn’t just elevate the song , but adds a whole new layer of intensity and perspective to its message . Across the album, you can hear the tension between individuality and expectation — how personal reflection collides with social media , pressure , and a world that rarely lets you slow down long enough to process any of it. We also get into the band’s sonic shift — what changed , what didn’t , and how those choices show up in the music — along with a really honest look at balancing life as both an artist and a therapist , and how that dual perspective shapes the songs in a way you might not expect . There’s a lot packed into this one — introspection , real-world perspective , and the kind of behind-the-scenes insight that gives these songs much more weight once you hear them. 🎙️ LEARN MORE 🎵 Hear the Playlists / Browse the Catalog: https://myweeklymixtape.com 💬 Join the Mixtaper Community (Patreon): https://patreon.com/myweeklymixtape 🌐 Connect on Social: https://myweeklymixtape.com/social-media 📧 Email the Show / Contact: https://myweeklymixtape.com/contact 👕 Shop MWM Gear: https://myweeklymixtape-shop.fourthwall.com/