Exclusive: Broken Social Scene Returns – “Remember the Humans” After 9 Years
Broken Social Scene returns with "Remember the Humans" after nine years, redefining the band paradigm. The Canadian collective, notorious for its rotating lineup, rejects rigid roles. Founding member Brendan Canning’s earlier solo attempt at conventional rock failed. Their comeback matters because it reaffirms communal, chaotic creativity in an era of polished production, reminding fans music thrives on collective spirit.
Canadian collective Broken Social Scene have always been a funny answer to the classical idea of a band. The classical idea being a tight group of individuals who churn out songs with everyone playing their specific part of their designated instrument. And maybe attempt to look cool on stage doing just that. Founding member Brendan Canning already tried his hand at this archaic paradigm in the wake of the alternative rock boom Powered by MTV, to not much avail.