Although the album cover was shot in Iceland, the YouTuber-turned-traveling-musician Shelley O’Brien has released an album full of Canadiana. She is fortunate to possess a voice that is casual and welcoming so it can softly waft and blend with the various instrumental components of her art. Performed by herself and Mathew Rogers, this album entices fingers to tap to the beat with heads bobbing along. The soft sounds speak to a love of natural beauty that drives some to partake in a spontaneous road trip into the back country; a feeling that is lost among those with a strongly urban upbringing. “Perfect Day” is one song that is hard to overlook. Another song to put on repeat is “From The Caribou,” featuring a chorus of powerful chanting that is excellent for a song dedicated to the incredible migration patterns of those great mammals. All in all, Vivarium is a wonderful compilation of songs that are easy to listen to. They please ears and excite them for future releases. (Right On! Media, shelleyobrien.ca) Jesse Blackman