Colin Self

Colin Self is a Brooklyn-based interdisciplinary artist, composer, and performer whose work fluidly bridges experimental electronic music, opera, and community-centered practices. Known for their genre-defying approach, Self crafts lush, otherworldly soundscapes that explore themes of queer futurism, collective care, and the relationships between technology and embodiment. Their releases, like the hauntingly beautiful *Siblings* (a collaborative album with Cecile Believe) and the poignant *Stay with the Trouble (For Donna)*, often feel like sci-fi rituals—layering ethereal vocals, glitchy beats, and emotional vulnerability into immersive concept albums.

A vital figure in NYC’s experimental art scene, Self has collaborated with artists like Holly Herndon and contributed to projects blending performance art with activism. Their work extends beyond music, incorporating workshops and gatherings that emphasize queer world-building. With releases such as *respite for the tulpamancer* and *lemniscate*, Self invites listeners into a transformative space where introspection and communal healing collide with futuristic pop sensibilities.

Genres

Experimental

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Latest Release

Busy walks into The Memory Palace

Colin Self

Ep - 4 Tracks - Released January 14, 2025