Alex Biro knows a thing or two about writing a tune. Whether as a member of the Boom Boom (now K.I.D.), delivering a beat for Trinidad James or co-writing with Crystalyne, the multi-instrumentalist's musical prowess is multifaceted. Now he's keeping a few of his hooks for himself in Selfish Things, and they've just delivered the lead single from their upcoming Vertical Love EP.
Entitled "8147 Mulholland Terrace," the James Paul Wisner-produced track is a far cry from his work with the aforementioned artists, but no doubt enabled by Biro's diverse writing style. An emo rollercoaster ride, the song starts with understated chords and a building beat beneath a distinct croon that's both sneering and sullen, then explodes into a gang vocal-led chorus, all topped off with an occasional falsetto flourish.
"'8147' ended up being a song for those who feel alone, or lost, or consumed in a sea of fallacy and Instagram feeds," Biro tells Exclaim! "A battle cry for the kids who were always awake to the perpetuated bullshit around them. A place where the misfits can rally."
Selfish Things will support the new cut with a single release show on February 11 at Adelaide Hall in Toronto, with the Vertical Love EP set to follow some time this spring.
Listen to "8147 Mulholland Terrace" below, and get ready to sing along.
Entitled "8147 Mulholland Terrace," the James Paul Wisner-produced track is a far cry from his work with the aforementioned artists, but no doubt enabled by Biro's diverse writing style. An emo rollercoaster ride, the song starts with understated chords and a building beat beneath a distinct croon that's both sneering and sullen, then explodes into a gang vocal-led chorus, all topped off with an occasional falsetto flourish.
"'8147' ended up being a song for those who feel alone, or lost, or consumed in a sea of fallacy and Instagram feeds," Biro tells Exclaim! "A battle cry for the kids who were always awake to the perpetuated bullshit around them. A place where the misfits can rally."
Selfish Things will support the new cut with a single release show on February 11 at Adelaide Hall in Toronto, with the Vertical Love EP set to follow some time this spring.
Listen to "8147 Mulholland Terrace" below, and get ready to sing along.
