BROKEN SOCIAL SCENE BRINGS HUMANITY TO THE FOREFRONT IN 'REMEMBER THE HUMANS'

Legendary Toronto indie rockers Broken Social Scene are back with a new record after a decade. Their sixth album, Remember The Humans, is a personal record that explores themes of grief, coming-of-age, and all the emotions that make us human in an era of doomscrolling.

Broken Social Scene has shaped Toronto’s indie music scene for decades, as well as established artists such as Feist and Metric’s Emily Haines, who feature alongside Lisa Lobsinger as collaborators on the record..

Remember The Humans starts with “Not Around Anymore.” The track opens to horns and drum instrumentation as the vocals begin to kick in at the 27-second mark. It’s therapy for the soul, exploring the grief in losing a loved one or losing an institution you called home.    

“Only The Good I Keep” is the stand-out track on the record. Georgas’ raw and authentic vocals are at the forefront of an anthem that explores growing up in a rough family, maturing into adulthood, and everything that comes with it. It’s also a relatable track, referencing the good memories an individual has kept while growing up. 

“The Call” is a spontaneous yet jubilant track that feels celebratory right from the opening 51-second intro. A cacophony of indie- and alternative electronica that somehow matches the vibes of the Closing Ceremony of the Olympic Games. 

“This Briefest Kiss” is a seductive six-minute track that swings into a Bossa Nova influence, best suited for a long night-time walk on the beach with a full moon, or a slow dance where time stands still. It is anchored by Ariel Engle’s trance-like vocals and a sweeping arrangement of pianos, horns, and drums. 

“Hey Amanda” is a light-hearted and rebellious coming-of-age track that features an innocent yet playful horn and drum arrangement, and later transitions to memorable lyrics depicting childhood memories and teenage years.  It’s also a song about being true to your authentic self. 

“What Happens Now” is an emotionally charged five-minute track. Feist’s vocals carry the weight of the song, backed by guitars and synthesizers and dealing with the emotions of an untimely event. 

“Parking Lot Dreams” is the final track on the record. As the title suggests, Parking Lot Dreams delves into a contemplative tone of regrets, hanging on to memories, and hope for the future. It also serves as a metaphor for a lengthy conversation between two friends. The acoustic track is driven with Kevin Drew’s soft and therapeutic vocals, reassuring us that we’re gonna be alright.  

Broken Social Scene’s Remember The Humans is a personal and contemplative record dealing with grief, nostalgia, yearning, and missed connections. These are timely themes, as connection is something we all crave in this era of being glued to a screen. We’re all human at the end of the day. 

This album comes highly recommended, and is already one of the best of 2026.