Date with the Night – Détails, épisodes et analyse

On episode 31 of Date With The Night, I’m joined by the legendary Paul Banks of Interpol to discuss the 20th anniversary tour of their seminal sophomore album Antics, the band’s origin story, lore, & more. 

We talk Antics song writing & memories, musical & creative influences, 2000’s NYC, In Utero deep cuts, his new generation of fans, Interpol message boards, B Sides, 9/11, Six Feet Under, David Lynch, & his love of film.

Make sure to follow both Interpol and Paul Banks on Instagram to find tour dates near you!

On episode 30 of DWTN, I’m joined by of Montreal’s Kevin Barnes who has just released their latest album Lady on the Cusp. We dig into the writing and production behind the album, of Montreal’s upcoming tour, and Kevin’s musical background as well as the music scene in Athens, Georgia. 

Kevin talks about the lead single Yung Hearts Bleed Free, which was inspired by the 1984 film Boy Meets Girl directed by Leos Carax, and exploring new sonic palettes with the Yamaha TG33 and the Kawai K1M. We discuss Kevin’s unique approach to song structure and lyrics, erasure writing exercises, humour and comedy, film, and being a DIY self-produced musician. 

We also talk about of Montreal’s iconic Outback Steakhouse commercial, collaborating with Jon Brion, Solange, and Janelle Monáe, listening to albums front to back, and relocating to Vermont after almost three decades in Athens, GA. 

Lady on the Cusp is out now on all streaming platforms, and of Montreal begins their next tour on May 31st. Make sure to follow of Montreal on Instagram @of_montreal for cities and tour dates!

On episode 21 of DWTN, I’m joined by Dustin, Jack, and Tommy of Beach Fossils who have just released their highly anticipated, 4th full-length album: Bunny. We dig into the songwriting and musical direction for Bunny, and discuss the balance between evolving as a band and honouring your sonic roots.

We talk about Beach Fossils’ origin story: uploading singles to MySpace, mailing personalized demos in brown paper bags to record labels, and playing the legendary DIY venue 285 Kent - which was infamously taken over by VICE in 2014. 

We also talk about their label Bayonet Records, the challenges that artists and bands face (specifically touring), Gregg Araki, their appreciation for Times Square, NY in the summer, and much more. 

Make sure to follow Beach Fossils on Instagram, and listen to Bunny available on all streaming platforms.

On episode 20 of Date with the Night, I’m joined by JD Samson - musician, producer, songwriter, DJ, professor, artist, activist, and member of the iconic bands MEN and Le Tigre. JD talks about her unconventional entry into the music scene: meeting Le Tigre at film school and going on her first tour with the band as a projectionist. We also discuss Le Tigre’s upcoming tour after an 18-year hiatus, and what the indie music landscape looks like now in comparison to the 2000s. 

JD talks about how MEN came together and evolved over time, her close relationship and collaboration with Peaches, as well as some of the iconic parties and events that she has DJ’d. We dig into Le Tigre and MEN’s feminist and political expression, and JD identifies some of the problems that the LGBTQ+ community is still facing today.

JD and I also talk about experimental film, fashion, thrifting, coffee shop culture, recording mixtapes from the radio, as well as some of the financial struggles that many artists and musicians face.

Make sure to follow JD Samson and Le Tigre on Instagram, and grab tickets for Le Tigre’s 2023 tour here!

On episode 19 of Date with the Night, I’m joined by Dylan Chenfeld of Rebounder, a rock band who is infusing mid-2000s New York indie sounds with modern production. We talk about Dylan’s musical influences, how Rebounder was formed, and the timelessness of mid-00s indie rock. We also discuss Rebounder’s connection with The Neighbourhood, the revival of band culture, the film “I’m Not There” directed by Todd Haynes, as well as Rebounder’s recent write-up in NME.

This episode was recorded back in December of 2022, and when asked what band Dylan would love to tour with, one of the bands he mentioned was Phoenix. Lo and behold just a few weeks later, Rebounder announced a tour supporting none other than Phoenix! We manifest a lot on this podcast, and this was a really cool moment. 

Make sure to follow Rebounder on Instagram, and check out their latest single Dreamland on all streaming platforms. 

On episode 18 of Date with the Night, I’m joined by Rahill, a multi-disciplinary artist, DJ, and founding member of Brooklyn garage-rock band Habibi. She just released her single Fables featuring Beck, off of her upcoming debut solo album Flowers at Your Feet. We discuss Rahill’s wide range of musical influences from Detroit’s punk and hip-hop scenes to Iranian music from the 60s and 70s. 

Rahill talks about her collaboration with producer Alex Epton, and what it was like meeting and working with Beck. We also talk about Rahill’s unique usage of personal field recordings in her music, and how she expresses everything that she loves in her upcoming album. 

We also discuss Rahill’s fashion inspiration, records, Meet Me In The Bathroom, and our shared love and appreciation for Meg White.  

Make sure to follow Rahill on Instagram, and listen to Fables on all streaming platforms. Keep an eye out as well for Flowers at Your Feet which will be released on May 12th.

On episode 17 of Date with the Night, I’m joined by Curtis Everett Pawley, AKA The Life. We discuss his new song Grace, the ingredients of a perfect pop song, and the importance of good songwriting vs purely nostalgic sounds. We talk about Curtis’ lifelong passion for music, and what it has been like to release his first single after being in the public eye as a popular podcaster. 

I ask Curtis’ opinion on underrated pop artists, why some people dismiss pop as a genre, his favourite films and film scores, and the differences between songwriting and film scoring. Curtis also gives a timeline of the recent music scene revival in New York.

Make sure to follow Curtis on Instagram, and check out Grace on all streaming platforms. And keep an eye out for his latest film score for the feature film “Salamander Days” coming out soon!

On episode 16 of Date with the Night, I’m joined by writer, musician, and dancer, Brontez Purnell. We discuss all things Valentine’s Day, Gravy Train!!!, his self-titled punk band Brontez Purnell (formerly The Younger Lovers), as well as his latest book release 100 Boyfriends. Brontez talks about growing up in Alabama, finding connection through online message boards, and making the move to California and finding community within the indie, punk, and electroclash music scenes. 

Brontez and I talk extensively about his writing style and particular interest in flash fiction and poetry. We discuss some of the themes and inspiration behind 100 Boyfriends, as well as the ideas that will be explored in his upcoming works. We also touch on his dance company, as well as his first solo dance piece inspired by Sylvia Plath, which he is currently performing in Manhattan. 

Make sure to follow Brontez on Instagram, and check out his most recent book 100 Boyfriends. You can also listen to Gravy Train!!! and Brontez Purnell on all streaming platforms.

On episode 15 of Date with the Night, I’m joined by Lulu and Angel of Frost Children. We discuss how their cover of Yule Shoot Yr Eye Out by Fall Out Boy that started it all, why their song GET WHAT WE WANT is cursed, and FLATLINE: their latest single on True Panther Sounds. We also talk about their 2022 album SPIRAL, happy songs that make you cry, their holistic vision and the concept of “gesamtkunstwerk”, and their shared love of Skrillex and SpongeBob. Lulu and Angel also teach me how to summon an abrys. 

Make sure to listen all the way to the end for an exclusive, live acoustic performance that blew me away! I maybe even cried a little…don’t judge. Listen and hear for yourself just why Frost Children are an indie duo destined to be the pop stars of the future.

On episode 14 of Date with the Night, I’m joined by Allyson Camitta of Shallowhalo. We discuss their dark and dreamy new single Crystal Ball as well as their beautifully haunting 2022 album release No Fun. We dive into Allyson’s story-driven writing style, her love of synths, renaissance fairs, and the indie music scene in New York. We also explore Allyson’s connection to the indie sleaze era, from growing up online to now being photographed by the Cobrasnake and opening for Alice Glass in 2022. Shallowhalo seamlessly meshes vintage synth pop and electro sounds with a fresh modern take. There is something so rare and exciting about Shallowhalo, making them a burgeoning act to keep on your radar. 

Make sure to follow Shallowhalo on Instagram, and check out their most recent single Crystal Ball on Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal, and anywhere else you can find music.

Shallowhalo is also featured on the Modern Age playlist on Spotify, which you can check out here.