Subliminal Plastic Motives Explained

Subliminal Plastic Motives
Type:Album
Artist:Self
Cover:Self subliminal plastic motives front.jpg
Released:October 1995
Recorded:1993–1995
Genre:Alternative rock
Length:43:01
Label:Zoo/Spongebath
Producer:Matt Mahaffey
Next Title:The Half-Baked Serenade
Next Year:1997

Subliminal Plastic Motives is the debut studio album by rock band Self.[1] It was released in 1995.[2]

The album was recorded entirely by Matt and his brother, Mike. The album found some modest success with MTV and flagship radio stations like KROQ-FM. Once the band was solidified, videos were made for "So Low" and "Cannon".

The album was released by Spongebath Records and was immediately picked up by Zoo Entertainment (now Volcano Entertainment). Critical reception was very positive, with Mahaffey receiving praise for his cut-and-paste, eclectic take on rock music, and garnering comparisons to artists such as Beck and Beastie Boys. Many of Self's fans hold the album in high regard and most of the songs are now fan favorites. While the album featured a hearty dose of what could best be described as "modern rock" songs, elements such as hip-hop beats, jazzy piano, dense, complex arrangements, and triggers/samples were dispersed throughout, hinting at Mahaffey's versatility as a composer and Self's future musical directions.

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Notes and References

  1. Helligar . Jeremy . Subliminal Plastic Motives by Self . People . Jan 15, 1996 . 45 . 2 . 23.
  2. News: Orr . Jay . Music City: Lyrics on band's 1st album won't expose too much of 'Self' . Nashville Banner . 20 Oct 1995 . C1.