Brother Barnaby – “Mystery of the Self”

Brother Barnaby’s “Mystery of the Self” is a slow burn in the best way. The artist’s first full-length effort doesn’t feel like a debut, it feels like a private collection of carefully built ideas that finally decided to see daylight. The charm isn’t in polish for polish’s sake, it’s in the balance. A song like “Samantha” is easygoing but sharp enough to keep looping in your head.

“Labrador” might be the one that catches you off guard, it’s quieter but sneaky, and by the time it swells, you’re already invested. And “By Choice” is not flashy, but it hangs in the air, these aren’t big, dramatic songs, but they don’t need to be.

If you’re into records that hold up after summer fades, this one’s worth your time. And if you want to keep up with whatever Brother Barnaby has coming next, do yourself a favor and follow him on social media to stay in the loop for the rest of 2025.