The Fine Art of Self Destruction

The Fine Art of Self Destruction is Jesse Malin's debut solo album. Released on December 24, 2002 in the UK and January 28, 2003 in the United States. It was produced by Ryan Adams (his album-production debut). The front cover photograph was taken at Delancey Street Subway, Manhattan, New York City.

The album was reissued in 2022 to celebrate the album's 20th anniversary. The reissue featured eight re-recorded versions of songs from the original release.

Personnel

 * Jesse Malin – vocals, acoustic guitar
 * Johnny Pisano - bass guitar, upright bass, backing vocals
 * Paul Garisto - drums
 * Joe McGinty - piano, Hammond organ, Wurlitzer
 * Toby Dammit (Larry Mullins) - percussion
 * Ryan Adams - electric guitars, backing vocals, keyboards
 * Melissa Auf der Maur - backing vocals
 * Richard Fortus - lead guitar on "Queen of the Underworld"
 * Esko - guitar on "TKO"