I’m totally killing your vibes

This collection explores the blurred lines between identity and performance, revealing the complexities of love, violence, and self-construction in I’m totally killing your vibes.

Ahren Warner's fourth collection, I’m totally killing your vibes, presents a captivating blend of phantasmagoria and stark realism. The poems within are rich with irony and sincerity, exploring a world where identity and performance blur together. In this intricate tapestry, feelings often overwhelm the safety nets of logic and ethics, revealing how violence and inadequacy frequently accompany love. The collection invites readers to reflect on the complexities of human experience, where the exuberance of performance coexists with the fragility of self.

The work navigates the slow, fragmented disintegration of relationships, featuring a diverse cast of itinerant characters. Each poem serves as a tableau vivant, painting vivid scenes that highlight the chaotic interplay between personal and collective narratives. The dialogue within I’m totally killing your vibes is darkly comedic, drawing from literary, academic, and everyday life, creating a rich tapestry of voices that resonate with authenticity.

In its final section, a long-form prose poem delves into contemporary themes of consumption, masculinity, and desire, further expanding the book's exploration of self-construction. This collection not only challenges conventional notions of identity but also compels readers to confront the often uncomfortable realities of their own lives. Through its compelling language and sharp insights, I’m totally killing your vibes stands as a significant contribution to contemporary poetry.