From a musical family, he is the eldest of three brothers, the other two being proficient bass (Danny) and brass (Ricky) players.

The Tomatoes managed a couple of EPs, including Acton Baby and the four-track CD Hormones and Hangovers.

One album, Mad Cows and Englishmen, was released amidst much touring of the UK and Europe, often playing the supporting slot to Toy Dolls.

Realizing that he was not going to get the gigs he needed if he stayed in London, he moved to the United States, where his working partnership with Watts led to his inclusion in the lineup of KMFDM.

[2] In late 2007, Selway played the drums for the Seattle rock band DragStrip Riot and Japanese pop star Ayumi Hamasaki in her songs "Talkin' 2 Myself" and "Decision".