For her latest project, Aubrie Sellers' Attachment Theory serves as a bold, "country garage" manifesto on the emotional labyrinth of modern relationships. Combining raw, rock-forward production with the sharp insights of a political science scholar, Sellers has crafted a record that is as intellectually stimulating as it is sonically heavy.
“This record came out of a really reflective period in my life,” Sellers admits. After stepping back from music during the COVID era to finish her degree in political science and international relations, she found herself rethinking not just her career but her life. “Taking that step back ended up being really important. It gave me space to live life, learn more about myself, and think intentionally about what I wanted my career to look like going forward.”
The album’s title isn’t just clever wordplay—it’s a thematic mission. “The idea for Attachment Theory came from noticing patterns in my own relationships,” Sellers explains. “Many of [the songs] were exploring the same themes: connection, insecurity, emotional triggers, and the ways people struggle with intimacy. Around the same time I was reading a lot about psychology, and attachment theory kept coming up in conversations with friends. It gave language to dynamics that many people experience but don’t always know how to explain.”
Working closely with collaborators Ethan Ballinger and Jeremy Ferguson at Battle Tapes in East Nashville, the album grew organically over a couple of years. “Because it’s a concept record, we were always thinking about how each song fit into the larger theme. We recorded the album over a couple of years, but the concept helped keep everything cohesive." Most of the record was made in a small, collaborative environment, "which made the process really special," she says. "Being in the studio is my favorite part of making music, and building the record in such an intimate way was incredibly rewarding.”
Sellers’ aim is as much about connection as it is about catharsis. “My songwriting has always come from personal experiences, but with this record I was also thinking about how many people share these same relationship struggles," she says. "Modern dating can be confusing, and a lot of us are repeating patterns without realizing it. My hope is that the record can be emotionally cathartic, while the podcast offers a more practical way to think about those dynamics. If the project does anything, I hope it helps people feel less alone in what they’re experiencing and encourages them to approach their relationships with a little more curiosity and self-awareness.”
Fans will want to pay special attention to the title track, “Attachment Theory,” co-written with Ken Yates. “It was one of the earliest songs written and the one that made me realize the album could become a concept project.” And if you need a punch of emotional release, check out “Trigger Happy,” which drops alongside the album. “It’s a really cathartic song that deals with subconscious relationship triggers and how we sometimes react emotionally before we fully understand what’s happening inside us.”
Beyond the music, Sellers is building a broader conversation with the Attachment Theory podcast, digging deeper into the very themes explored on the record. “Understanding attachment theory doesn’t solve everything, but it’s a powerful starting point,” she says. “Ultimately, I think it’s important that we take responsibility for understanding our own patterns so we don’t unintentionally hurt the people we care about.”
Looking ahead to 2026, Sellers is hitting the road with her first headlining tour in years, joined by Jade Jackson, and opening a few dates for Parker McCollum. Meanwhile, the Attachment Theory podcast will continue to unpack the record’s emotional terrain. “I hope to see people on the road and online—I love chatting with people who have connected with the music or the podcast,” she says.
With Attachment Theory, Sellers isn’t just sharing music; she’s inviting listeners into a conversation about intimacy, self-awareness, and the messy, beautiful patterns that connect us all. Be sure to check it out!
Attachment Theory is out now, stream on Spotify.
