Indiecast: Fontaines D.C. and the Most ‘Obamacore’ Artists

Steven and Ian kick off this week’s episode discussing pontoon boats. Steven recently enjoyed a ride on one, while listening to Steve Winwood’s “Back In The High Life Again” on repeat. Ian adds his own pontoon story featuring an interesting character named Uncle Zippy.

The conversation then shifts to the Fantasy Albums Draft. Steven has new records from Sabrina Carpenter, The Spirit Of The Beehive, and Illuminati Hotties. They also delve into a recent article that charts significant pop culture events from the Obamacore era. Steven seeks Ian’s thoughts on artists like Tune-Yards, Chance The Rapper, and Run The Jewels. Are they considered part of Obamacore? And what exactly defines Obamacore?

The duo then moves on to discuss “Romance,” the latest album from the Irish rock band Fontaines DC. Is this the record that can finally win over a band they’ve been indifferent to? For one of them, it is. In the mailbag section, a listener corrects some misinformation regarding a recent Ween concert. Steven and Ian also address an email about traveling long distances to attend concerts when living in a small town. Along the way, they also discover the Canadian hardcore band Dayglo Abortions, for better or worse.

In the Recommendation Corner, Ian highlights the latest from Magdalena Bay, while Steven recommends BBsitters Club.

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