Selfish Things have finally released their debut album, and it is one for the books.
The eleven track album, titled “Logos” (a reference to psychoanalyst Carl Jung) is the band’s first full length release and officially hit the airwaves this morning- though fans who have caught the band on their current tour with Don Broco were able to score early listens by buying physical copies at their merch table.
Though the album came after months of teasing and several single releases, including “Flood,” “Blood,” “Drained,” and “Pride,” the remaining unreleased tracks were entirely worth the wait.
From the heartbreaking ballad about self-doubt titled “Synaptic” to the extremely personal track about frontman Alex Brio’s daughter “Rowen,” every track on “Logos” touches on some of the most painful aspects of existence, along with some of the most beautiful. From being in love, to wondering why you’re alive, Selfish Things perfectly capture what it means to be human in the most honest and lovely sounding way.
If you haven’t checked them out yet, what the heck are you waiting for?
Be sure to check out “Logos” now, linked track by track below along with some of our thoughts, and be sure to catch Selfish Things when they make their way back to Boston on November 20th with Boston Manor and Heart Attack Man.
Flood
“Flood” was the first track released off of “Logos” last year. It is one of the heavier tracks on the album, with a very driving guitar and a hard hitting percussion track during the chorus. Lyrically the song is also brutal, discussing how humans are literally destroying the world with toxicity- both literally and metaphorically.
Blood featuring Andy Leo
Written from the perspective of a disease that killed Biro’s grandmother while he was recording “Logos,” “Blood” is an alternate take on what it is like to physically or mentally struggle. With a feature from Andy Leo (of Crown the Empire) this is the *heaviest* track on the album and will leave you intrigued but also afraid.
Rowen
Right down to the song’s name, “Rowen” is the most personal track on “Logos.” Written about Biro’s own daughter, Rowen describes the difficulty he faced leaving his family to go on tour. If you’ve ever doubted yourself and your decisions, whether rapid or thought out, this song is one you can relate to.
Pride
“Pride” was one of the few tracks released prior to “Logos” debut, but it stands it’s ground as one of the best tracks on the album. Entirely about self doubt and the struggle to remain relevant in a world of clout chasing, “Pride” is the album’s first soft track, which is driven by vocals and guitar rather than percussion. And though it is a little different than the previous three songs, it’s unique sound and take on life are worth the listen- and the subsequent 100 listens.
Synaptic
Written about singer Biro’s struggle with mental illness, “Synaptic” is an anthem for anyone who has felt the same. Performed on piano, this song actually made it’s debut earlier this year while the band was on tour, but today’s release comes with a backing chorus and a music video. It is hands down the best track on “Logos” and there’s not much more to say other than- listen to it.
Torn featuring Spencer Chamberlain
“Torn” is one of the darker tracks on the album. With lyrics like “Tell me little lies, I need your love, I need you now.” the song taps into feelings of uncertainty and angst. An internal battle to exist without validation. The song seems almost as a call back to “Pride,” but we’ll let you interpret the rest.
Hole
If you’ve ever felt as though you were sinking, or like you wanted to bury yourself into your own isolation chamber, this song is for you. About the struggle to exist in a world full of so much trauma and hate, “Hole” is one of the deepest cuts on the record. And the music video has creepy dolls being lit on fire and buried, so what more could you want from a song?
Crutch
“I guess I’m trying to be different when we all die the same,” “Crutch” is about the struggle to stand out when in reality we are all at the simplest, flesh and bones. This track is one of the softer on the album, but the catchy guitar riffs will have you swaying while the lyrics will have you questioning yourself- something Selfish Things is very good at making you do.
Drained featuring William Ryan Key
“Drained,” which features the band’s former tour mate William Ryan Key (formerly of Yellowcard) describes a relationship that is going nowhere. No matter what you do to leave, you find yourself trapped. It has a very driving guitar, and a good beat that will make you want to mosh while also questioning every relationship you’ve ever had.
Mind
“Mind” is one of the best songs off of “Logos” only second to “Synaptic.” A pure love song, the mix of Biro’s vocals and acoustics pull your heartstrings like no other. Written about the singer’s wife, “Mind” encapsulates what it’s like to be in love and vulnerable. Make sure you have tissues by when listening. You’ll need them.
Youth
According to the Selfish Things Twitter account, this track is about an adolescent love that was so strong it could “burn cities down.” However, it is a love that is not healthy, and therefore one that you must move on from. An acoustic song, “Youth” is about the repetitive pattern of finding yourself intertwined with a partner you should stay away from. And if you watch the video you can catch some photos of a particular band member in their youth.
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