Broken Social Scene: Remember the Humans and the Collective Spirit

Brendan Canning and Kevin Drew founded Broken Social Scene in 1999. Nearly 30 years later, the Canadian collective's message is more relevant than ever. Their new album "Remember the Humans" arrives after nearly a decade, though the band remained active touring and performing before and after the pandemic. The album began at Kevin Drew's rural home, where members lived communally, engaging in wood chopping, swimming, and salmon fishing. Canning describes the collective as more than a band, requiring compromise and setting aside individuality. The title "Remember the Humans" carries irony, acknowledging a world that often feels post-apocalyptic, bombarded by tragedies in Iran, Sudan, and Palestine. Canning emphasizes the importance of human encounters lost to younger generations. The band's approach stands as a counterpoint to social media and AI-generated music, aiming to inspire others by redefining the concept of a band. Success, Canning notes, should not come at the cost of one's entire life.