Since forming in Omaha in 2017, Ingrid Howell (Vocals, Bass), Cole Kempcke (Guitar), Connor Paintin (Guitar, Keys), and Jesse White (Drums, Vocals) have captivated audiences with performances that seamlessly blend theatrical simplicity and psychological depth. Rooted in candid reflection and unflinching honesty, their music forges a sound unmistakably their own. Bad Self Portraits champion the act of embracing discomfort as a path to growth, courageously spotlighting life’s messiest truths. Their songs resonate like emotional mirrorballs—inviting listeners to shed pretense and revel in the messy, magnificent truth of being human.