Omaha indie heavyweights Bad Self Portraits have announced their long-awaited debut full-length I Think I’m Going to Hell, out August 26 exclusively on vinyl through the Buy Before You Stream initiative.
Since 2017, Bad Self Portraits have quietly become one of the Midwest’s most vital live acts, known for gigs that leave audiences both emotionally gutted and fiercely loyal. Their debut LP doesn’t try to rebrand or dilute them; instead, it offers an unflinching look into the raw, unpolished humanity that’s always been there.
On standout track “Pensive,” vocalist Howell sounds like she’s living every line as it leaves her lips. There’s a push and pull between vulnerability and defiance, between confession and self-preservation. The record as a whole is a masterclass in letting the mess breathe, full of slow burns, uneasy truths, and moments of cathartic release.
Partnering with Buy Before You Stream (run by Midtopia), Bad Self Portraits are choosing to bypass the playlist churn and streaming algorithms in favor of something more tangible. Fans can grab the album on vinyl before it ever hits digital services, creating a real connection between artist and listener, and putting money directly in the band’s hands.
For those craving music that feels fiercely human and refuses to be flattened into background noise, I Think I’m Going to Hell promises to be a must-have. Pre-order the vinyl now and get ready to be punched right in the heart.
