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| PlaylistMakers: Songs From a Debut Album (Shoshin Boy, Matt Mitchell, Field Medic) | 17 Sep 2024 | 01:00:51 | |
Welcome to another edition of PlaylistMakers: a new Indie Basketball Podcast episode where a group of folks collaboratively make a playlist together, fantasy draft style. I am joined by Royce Wilmot (Shoshin Boy on TikTok), Matt Mitchell (Paste Magazine), and Kevin Patrick Sullivan (Field Medic) to draft a playlist of songs from a debut album. Want to listen to the final output playlist? Check it out here: https://spoti.fi/3B7D8Kl ---- Check out YouTube for new Half Court Sessions and a brand new series making Justin Vernon in NBA 2K25: https://www.youtube.com/@indiebasketball Bon Iverson hats and Lift Yr Skinny Fists And Take A Jumpshot From Heaven t-shirts are available at http://www.indiebasketball.com Get Indie Basketball exclusives and support us on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. Outro courtesy of Mother Evergreen. | |||
| Rick Maguire (Pile) | 03 Sep 2024 | 00:45:29 | |
Rick Maguire of the indie rock band Pile joins me to talk about the Celtics championship and the joys of pickup hoops at the Y. We also do a game of Musician Matchups!
---- We have brand new Half Court Sessions with Free Range and Mister Goblin, now available: https://www.youtube.com/@indiebasketball Bon Iverson hats and Lift Yr Skinny Fists And Take A Jumpshot From Heaven t-shirts are available at http://www.indiebasketball.com Get Indie Basketball exclusives and support us on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. Outro courtesy of Mother Evergreen.
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| Divine Sweater | 31 May 2024 | 00:54:44 | |
I am joined by Sean and Alex of the Boston-turned-Brooklyn band Divine Sweater. As huge Celtics fans, it is the perfect time to talk about the Celtics playoff run with them, along with a peek at some new music from them. Plus, they go ham on Musician Matchup: Celtics Edition with one of the most detailed and accurate pairings I have heard to date.
---- Half Court Sessions with Ducks Ltd. is now live: https://www.youtube.com/@indiebasketball Bon Iverson hats and Lift Yr Skinny Fists t-shirts available at http://www.indiebasketball.com Get Indie Basketball exclusives on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. Outro courtesy of Mother Evergreen. | |||
| Blvck Hippie | 24 May 2024 | 00:46:11 | |
Josh from Blvck Hippie is on the pod to share the story behind their new album Basketball Camp, due out June 14th. We also geek out about everything basketball, from playing it in high school, to their love of the Grizzlies (and LeBron), to getting into the latest NBA playoff matchups. They also take their shot at a Grizzlies focused MUSICIAN MATCHUP to some incredible results.
---- Half Court Sessions with Ducks Ltd. is now live: https://www.youtube.com/@indiebasketball Bon Iverson hats and Lift Yr Skinny Fists t-shirts available at http://www.indiebasketball.com Get Indie Basketball exclusives on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. Outro courtesy of Mother Evergreen.
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| Young Jesus | 10 May 2024 | 00:53:31 | |
John Rossiter of Young Jesus joins me to talk about their new album on Saddle Creek out May 24th, and we get deep into some thought provoking NBA theories and the state of the game today. Plus, he does a little Build-a-Band with some past Bulls players.
---- 2024 Half Court Sessions are live with San Fermin: https://www.youtube.com/@indiebasketball Bon Iverson hats and Lift Yr Skinny Fists t-shirts available at http://www.indiebasketball.com Get Indie Basketball exclusives on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. Outro courtesy of Mother Evergreen.
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| Bothering the Band's Abby & Ryan | 03 May 2024 | 01:08:03 | |
A podcast crossover episode! Talking with the duo from Bothering the Band, and they give their Starting 5 of Bands you should know. Plus we get into the Orlando Magic and their playoff outlooks, along with a lot of off-topic runs.
---- 2024 Half Court Sessions are live with San Fermin: https://www.youtube.com/@indiebasketball Bon Iverson hats and Lift Yr Skinny Fists t-shirts available at http://www.indiebasketball.com Get Indie Basketball exclusives on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. Outro courtesy of Mother Evergreen.
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| Jersey Dan | 26 Apr 2024 | 01:05:50 | |
Jersey Dan joins the podcast this week, a man with roots in Philly with stories on stories that hit both sides of the Indie Basketball coin. He gives his Starting 5 of Philly Bands to Know, as well as his take on Build-A-Band.
---- 2024 Half Court Sessions are live with San Fermin: https://www.youtube.com/@indiebasketball Bon Iverson hats and Lift Yr Skinny Fists t-shirts available at http://www.indiebasketball.com Get Indie Basketball exclusives on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. Outro courtesy of Mother Evergreen.
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| Ben Hendricks (Annabel) | 19 Apr 2024 | 00:34:11 | |
Midwest emo band Annabel is back and putting out a new album, and Ben is joining the podcast to talk about it along with a lot of Cleveland Cavaliers discussion. We also break down what to expect for the NBA Playoffs (note: we recorded before the Play-In Tournament started). He also takes his try at Musician Matchups: Cavs Edition. ---- Bon Iverson hats and Lift Yr Skinny Fists t-shirts available at http://www.indiebasketball.com Check out our 2023 Half Court Sessions on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@indiebasketball Get Indie Basketball exclusives on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. Outro courtesy of Mother Evergreen. | |||
| Mark Rose (Spitalfield) | 12 Apr 2024 | 00:52:06 | |
We're feeling our feelings but trying to remain optimistic about the Bulls with Mark Rose of Chicago band Spitalfield. Plus, he talks about his custom song provider Downwrite and tries his hand at Build-a-Band. ---- Bon Iverson hats and Lift Yr Skinny Fists t-shirts available at http://www.indiebasketball.com Check out our 2023 Half Court Sessions on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@indiebasketball Get Indie Basketball exclusives on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. Outro courtesy of Mother Evergreen.
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| Hovvdy | 29 Mar 2024 | 00:48:37 | |
Will and Charlie of the Texas band Hovvdy join the podcast to talk about their new self-titled album coming out April 26th. We also dive into some of the nostalgia of childhood basketball, growing up with the NBA, and we talk about the current state of the Dallas Mavs. Plus, we collectively take a shot of Musician Matchups: Mavs Edition. ---- Bon Iverson hats and Lift Yr Skinny Fists t-shirts available at http://www.indiebasketball.com Check out our 2023 Half Court Sessions on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@indiebasketball Get Indie Basketball exclusives on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. Outro courtesy of Mother Evergreen.
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| Joseph Therriault (Gulfer) | 23 Feb 2024 | 00:36:50 | |
Joseph Therriault from Gulfer talks about what it's like to be both a neuroscientist and musician, being a Bucks fan in Canada, the Doc Rivers saga, and he takes his shot at building a band of NBA players. Gulfer has a new album called "Third Wind" due out on February 28th on Topshelf Records.
---- Bon Iverson hats and Lift Yr Skinny Fists t-shirts available at http://www.indiebasketball.com Check out our 2023 Half Court Sessions on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@indiebasketball Get Indie Basketball exclusives on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. Outro courtesy of Mother Evergreen.
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| Dave Hartley (The War on Drugs) | 16 Feb 2024 | 00:44:33 | |
Dave Hartley from The War On Drugs joins the podcast to talk about the delightfulness of ABBA, the sillyness of the Dunk Contest, and greatness of Sixers basketball. Plus, he gives his go at a round of Musician Matchup: Sixers Edition.
---- Bon Iverson hats and Lift Yr Skinny Fists t-shirts available at http://www.indiebasketball.com Check out our 2023 Half Court Sessions on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@indiebasketball Get Indie Basketball exclusives on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. Outro courtesy of Mother Evergreen.
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| Nik Ewing (Local Natives / Chewing) | 27 Aug 2024 | 00:46:26 | |
Returning guest Nik Ewing of Local Natives joins the podcast to discuss his new album for his solo project for Chewing, Olympic basketball, Clippers season preview, and dive in for another Build-A-Band. ---- We have brand new Half Court Sessions with Free Range and Mister Goblin, now available: https://www.youtube.com/@indiebasketball Bon Iverson hats and Lift Yr Skinny Fists And Take A Jumpshot From Heaven t-shirts are available at http://www.indiebasketball.com Get Indie Basketball exclusives and support us on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. Outro courtesy of Mother Evergreen. | |||
| Tom McGreevy (Ducks Ltd.) | 09 Feb 2024 | 00:51:18 | |
Tom of Ducks Ltd. came on to talk about their new album "Harm's Way" which drops Feb 9th, as well as geek out about Raptors, Wizards, Rockets (oh my). He also does a little hybrid Musician Matchup of Wizards/Raptors players.
---- Bon Iverson hats and Lift Yr Skinny Fists t-shirts available at http://www.indiebasketball.com Check out our 2023 Half Court Sessions on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@indiebasketball Get Indie Basketball exclusives on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. Outro courtesy of Mother Evergreen.
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| Free Range | 26 Jan 2024 | 00:38:36 | |
I'm joined by some more Chicago folks to talk Bulls as Sofia and Andy of Free Range join the podcast. We take about their busy 2023, upcoming album, formative Bulls memories, and we play GM a little bit. They also take a shot at Build-A-Band with a twangy twist.
---- Bon Iverson hats and Lift Yr Skinny Fists t-shirts available at http://www.indiebasketball.com Check out our 2023 Half Court Sessions on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@indiebasketball Get Indie Basketball exclusives on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. Outro courtesy of Mother Evergreen.
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| Ryland Heagy (Origami Angel) | 19 Jan 2024 | 01:05:10 | |
Ryland of Origami Angel joins me and gets passionate about the Sixers, basketball, talks faves of 2023, and comes up with his own Sixers themes Musician Matchup. ---- Bon Iverson hats and Lift Yr Skinny Fists t-shirts available at http://www.indiebasketball.com Check out our 2023 Half Court Sessions on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@indiebasketball Get Indie Basketball exclusives on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. Outro courtesy of Mother Evergreen. | |||
| PONY (Sam & Matty) | 12 Jan 2024 | 00:51:12 | |
I'm joined by Sam and Matty from the Toronto based band PONY. They share the influences that led to their album "Velveteen", diving into basketball fandom, the Pistons losing streak, and more. They also both try their hand at BUILD-A-BAND, with two very different results. ---- Bon Iverson hats have been restocked at http://www.indiebasketball.com Check out our 2023 Half Court Sessions on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@indiebasketball Get Indie Basketball exclusives on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. Outro courtesy of Mother Evergreen. | |||
| Hotline TNT | 05 Jan 2024 | 00:52:08 | |
To kick off the first episode of the new year, I'm joined by some dudes who put our one of the raddest albums of 2023, Will and Mike from Hotline TNT. We talk about their new album, the delightful drama of the NBA, Timberwolves, Celtics, and a mixed-bag edition of Musician Matchups. Make you sure check out Hotline TNT on tour starting January 2024 and listen to their latest album "Cartwheel". ---- Bon Iverson hats have been restocked at http://www.indiebasketball.com Check out our 2023 Half Court Sessions on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@indiebasketball Support Indie Basketball on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. Outro courtesy of Mother Evergreen. | |||
| PlaylistMakers: Album Openers (Dan Ozzi, Ian Cohen, Josh Terry) | 04 Dec 2023 | 01:05:52 | |
Welcome to PlaylistMakers: a new Indie Basketball Podcast episode where a group of folks collaboratively make a playlist together, fantasy draft style. I am joined by Dan Ozzi, Ian Cohen, and Josh Terry to collectively create a playlist of Album Openers / Track 1's. Want to listen to the final output playlist? Check it out here: https://spoti.fi/3sYmrgF ---- All merch is on sale until December 15th at http://www.indiebasketball.com Half Court Sessions with Ratboys is now up on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@indiebasketball Support Indie Basketball on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. Outro courtesy of Mother Evergreen. | |||
| Petey | 06 Nov 2023 | 00:35:43 | |
Musician and TikTok dude Petey joins the podcast to talk about his new album USA, his range of influences, why he hates the Lakers, and he gives his take on Build-a-Band. ---- Bon Iverson hats have been restocked at http://www.indiebasketball.com New Half Court Sessions with Ratboys is now up on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@indiebasketball Support Indie Basketball on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. Outro courtesy of Mother Evergreen. | |||
| Adam T. Siska (The Academy Is... / Footballhead) | 30 Oct 2023 | 01:18:25 | |
This episode was a great conversation full of nostalgia for the 2000's Chicago emo scene, lots of Bulls talk, we even played a game of HoopGrids. Adam was the bassist for The Academy Is..., touring bassist for numerous band, and as of late, helping guide new project Footballhead. ---- Bon Iverson hats have been restocked at http://www.indiebasketball.com New Half Court Sessions with Ratboys is now up on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@indiebasketball Support Indie Basketball on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. Outro courtesy of Mother Evergreen. | |||
| Charlie Brand (Miniature Tigers) | 11 Sep 2023 | 00:50:43 | |
Charlie Brand of Miniature Tigers joins the podcast to talk about their latest album, relive the glory of 90's NBA, and play a rather interesting version of Musician Matchup: Suns Edition. ---- Merch available now at http://www.indiebasketball.com New Half Court Sessions with Ratboys is now up on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@indiebasketball Support Indie Basketball on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. Outro courtesy of Mother Evergreen. | |||
| Ryan Fox (The Good Life) | 28 Aug 2023 | 00:42:24 | |
Had on Ryan Fox of The Good Life and The '89 Cubs to talk about vent about the Damian Lillard situation and talk Portland Trailblazers. Plus we're back with Musician Matchups! ---- Merch available now at http://www.indiebasketball.com Season 2 of Half Court Sessions is here: https://youtu.be/Uv9RSZB1Iz8 Support Indie Basketball on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. Outro courtesy of Mother Evergreen. | |||
| Bloomsday | 06 Aug 2024 | 00:35:47 | |
Iris Gunnison of the New York band Bloomsday is here to talk about their recent album Heart of the Artichoke and get into their history with basketball, including some NBA 2K and growing up a New Jersey Nets fan. Plus, they do their version of Build-a-Band. ---- We have a brand new Half Court Session with Runnner, now available: https://www.youtube.com/@indiebasketball Bon Iverson hats and Lift Yr Skinny Fists And Take A Jumpshot From Heaven t-shirts are available at http://www.indiebasketball.com Get Indie Basketball exclusives and support us on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. Outro courtesy of Mother Evergreen. | |||
| John Vanderslice | 21 Aug 2023 | 00:41:11 | |
We have longtime indie musicmaker John Vanderslice on the podcast as we cover off on the everchanging style of music, basketball fandom etiquette, and we even take a stab at a basketball Immaculate Grid. He also puts his twist on Build-a-Band by ranking his top 3 NBA players with musical talent.
---- Merch available now at http://www.indiebasketball.com Season 2 of Half Court Sessions is here: https://youtu.be/Uv9RSZB1Iz8 Support Indie Basketball on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. Outro courtesy of Mother Evergreen. | |||
| Deeper (Shiraz Bhatti & Kevin Fairbairn) | 20 Jul 2023 | 00:55:50 | |
Been blessed to be joined by some fellow Bulls fans lately, and this time it's with half of the band Deeper to talk the Chicago music scene, 90s Bulls memories, Shiraz explains Rez Ball, and you guessed it, we're doing Musician Matchups with Bulls players! Don't forget to check out the Season 2 premiere of Half Court Sessions featuring Wild Pink available now on YouTube! ---- Lift Yr Skinny Fists t-shirts are still available at http://www.indiebasketball.com Check out the entire first season of Half Court Sessions: https://youtu.be/Uv9RSZB1Iz8 Support Indie Basketball on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | TikTok Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. Outro courtesy of Mother Evergreen. | |||
| Cusp (Jen Bender & Gaelen Bates) | 01 Jul 2023 | 00:49:39 | |
I'm joined by Jen and Gaelen of the Chicago band Cusp, who just put out a fantastic new album this year. Hear us talk about some great new bands, lots of Chicago Bulls talk, NBA draft, playoffs, and they give us a wild version of Build-a-Band. Don't forget to check out the Season 2 premiere of Half Court Sessions featuring Wild Pink available now on YouTube! ---- Lift Yr Skinny Fists t-shirts are still available at http://www.indiebasketball.com Check out the entire first season of Half Court Sessions: https://youtu.be/Uv9RSZB1Iz8 Support Indie Basketball on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | TikTok Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. Outro courtesy of Mother Evergreen.
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| Ellis Ludwig-Leone (San Fermin) | 22 Apr 2023 | 00:45:20 | |
I am joined by Ellis Ludwig-Leone, composer and member of the band San Fermin. We talk about his new album "False We Hope", as well as get into his years playing competitive basketball, falling out of love with the Boston Celtics, and his evolving fandom of the NBA. We also takes a stab a Build-a-Band, creating a band out of NBA players. ---- Lift Yr Skinny Fists t-shirts are still available at http://www.indiebasketball.com Check out the entire first season of Half Court Sessions: https://youtu.be/Uv9RSZB1Iz8 Support Indie Basketball on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | TikTok Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. Outro courtesy of Mother Evergreen. | |||
| Sergie Loobkoff (Samiam) | 17 Apr 2023 | 01:07:09 | |
We're back with a 1-on-1 with Sergie Loobkoff of Samiam and Knapsack. Sergie tries to play it cool on his Warriors fandom but knew much more than he let on. So talk the new Samiam record, the 90's scene, Baron Davis, and Warriors playoff outlook. Plus, yessir, that's a Musicians Matchup: Warriors Edition! ---- NEW Lift Yr Skinny Fists t-shirts available at http://www.indiebasketball.com Check out the entire first season of Half Court Sessions: https://youtu.be/Uv9RSZB1Iz8 Support Indie Basketball on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | TikTok Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. Outro courtesy of Mother Evergreen. | |||
| Fantasy Draft: NBA Fits | 05 Mar 2023 | 01:00:43 | |
Draft day is upon us! Today we are joined by JE Skeets (No Dunks), Katie Heindl (Basketball Feelings), and Jamel Johnson (Air Buds) to drunk the best and worst NBA fits! Which styles are taking the fashion crown? Make sure you head to Twitter to cast your vote for your favorite selections. ---- NEW Lift Yr Skinny Fists t-shirts available at https://www.indiebasketball.com Check out the entire first season of Half Court Sessions: https://youtu.be/Uv9RSZB1Iz8 Support Indie Basketball on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | TikTok Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. Outro courtesy of Mother Evergreen. | |||
| Chris McCaughan (The Lawrence Arms) | 31 Jan 2023 | 00:54:51 | |
I finally get to talk Bulls with someone! Chris McCaughan of the Lawrence Arms / Sundowner is on to talk about recent music faves, growing up with the Bulls, the teams past and present, and at long last, a Bulls edition of Musician Matchups. ---- NEW Lift Yr Skinny Fists t-shirts available at http://www.indiebasketball.com Check out the entire first season of Half Court Sessions: https://youtu.be/Uv9RSZB1Iz8 Support Indie Basketball on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | TikTok Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. Outro courtesy of Mother Evergreen. | |||
| Ellen Kempner (Palehound) | 20 Jan 2023 | 00:33:34 | |
Ellen Kempner of Brooklyn-based band Palehound joins us to talk about her longtime Knicks fandom, some new music on the horizon, and a Knicks-centric version of Musician Matchups. ---- Check out the entire first season of Half Court Sessions, including the season finale from Hemlock: https://youtu.be/Uv9RSZB1Iz8 Support Indie Basketball on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball New merch available at http://www.indiebasketball.com Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | TikTok Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. Outro courtesy of Mother Evergreen. | |||
| Chris Porterfield (Field Report) | 12 Jan 2023 | 00:48:13 | |
We're doing an iso 1-on-1 conversation with Chris Porterfield, better known as Field Report. Chris is a Bucks superfan so we're talking all things Bucks, Giannis, and Milwaukee. We also give ourselves a go at Musician Matchups: Bucks Edition. ---- Check out the entire first season of Half Court Sessions, including the season finale from Hemlock: https://youtu.be/Uv9RSZB1Iz8 Support Indie Basketball on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball New merch available at http://www.indiebasketball.com Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | TikTok Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. Outro courtesy of Mother Evergreen. | |||
| Devin McKnight (Maneka) | 22 Dec 2022 | 00:57:57 | |
Devin, known from his band Maneka, is here to discuss a smattering of things ranging from 2022 favorites, to Wizards misery, to mental health in basketball (and music). Plus, he takes a stab at his very own Build-A-Band and makes a connection that truly warms my heart. ---- Half Court Sessions are live with new episodes from Rat Tally! https://youtu.be/Uv9RSZB1Iz8
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| Joey Vannucchi (From Indian Lakes) | 23 Jul 2024 | 00:48:39 | |
Joey Vannucchi is here talking about the newest From Indian Lakes album and to get into how much of a hoop head and Warriors fan he really is. He also provides his take on Build-a-Band. ---- We have a brand new Half Court Session with Runnner, now available: https://www.youtube.com/@indiebasketball Bon Iverson hats and Lift Yr Skinny Fists And Take A Jumpshot From Heaven t-shirts are available at http://www.indiebasketball.com Get Indie Basketball exclusives and support us on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. Outro courtesy of Mother Evergreen. | |||
| Allen Tate (San Fermin) | 13 Nov 2022 | 00:58:58 | |
After a little downtime, we return with a 1-on-1 conversation with Allen Tate of San Fermin and Better Company Records to talk about growing up playing competitive basketball, the new San Fermin album, and the side effects of being a Knicks fan along with a game of Musician Matchups: Knicks Edition. ---- Half Court Sessions are live with new episodes from Sincere Engineer and Mukiss https://bit.ly/3ICM6yF
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| Fantasy Draft: Cover Songs | 13 Sep 2022 | 01:20:44 | |
The Drafts are back, and despite a battle with a cough, we drafted covers! I was delighted to be joined by Abbie Gobeli (Sub Pop, KEXP), Ryan Silva AKA Plato III, and Tom Mullen (Washed Up Emo). We have 5 rounds of excellent covers that are all over the place, and for your convenience, has been turned into a little Spotify playlist (in order of draft selection): https://spoti.fi/3d301mt Make sure you head to Twitter to cast your vote for your favorite selection. ---- Half Court Sessions live! Our first episodes feature the band String Machine. https://bit.ly/3ICM6yF
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| Bo Koster (My Morning Jacket) | 27 Jul 2022 | 00:46:19 | |
We are joined by an Indie Basketball Hall of Famer! Bo Koster (My Morning Jacket) joins to talk Cavs, LeBron, George Harrison, and play yet another rendition of Musician Matchups: Cavs Edition. ---- Half Court Sessions are live! Our first episodes feature the band String Machine. https://bit.ly/3ICM6yF
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| Josh Berwanger (The Anniversary) | 15 Jul 2022 | 00:50:10 | |
This episode brings in Josh Berwanger (The Anniversary) as we talk his new project Gemini Parks, the Bulls, and coaching high school basketball. He also takes part in not 1, not 2, but 3 games. ---- Half Court Sessions are live! Our first episodes feature the band String Machine. https://bit.ly/3ICM6yF
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| Josh Kolenik (Small Black) | 22 Jun 2022 | 00:59:26 | |
I'm joined by Josh Kolenik of Small Black to get in-depth with the 2022 NBA Draft as we each do a mock draft of our top 5 picks as well as recap the NBA finals. Find out what we really think of the man Chet. ---- Support Indie Basketball on Patreon! Your support goes a long way and means so much. Help get the Half Court Sessions off the ground. http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Death Cab For Curry sweatshirts and Bon Iverson hats still available: http://indiebasketball.myshopify.com Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | TikTok Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. | |||
| Richard Edwards (Margot & The Nuclear So and So’s) | 07 Jun 2022 | 00:57:20 | |
On this episode, our 1-on-1 conversation is with Richard Edwards of Margot & the Nuclear So and So's. We touch on his new album, NBA Finals, wino's, and more. Plus he puts together his version of a Build-a-Band. ---- Support Indie Basketball on Patreon! Your support goes a long way and means so much. Help get the Half Court Sessions off the ground. http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Death Cab For Curry sweatshirts and Bon Iverson hats still available: http://indiebasketball.myshopify.com Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | TikTok Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. | |||
| Andrew Dost (Fun.) | 09 May 2022 | 00:52:25 | |
We return for another 1-on-1, this time with Andrew Dost (fun., Anathallo). We talk about his upcoming solo album, the 2022 NBA Playoffs, and the ups-and-downs of being a Pistons fan. Plus, Musician Matchups is back: Pistons Edition! ---- Support Indie Basketball on Patreon! Your support goes a long way and means so much. Help get the Half Court Sessions off the ground. http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Death Cab For Curry sweatshirts and Bon Iverson hats still available: http://indiebasketball.myshopify.com Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | TikTok Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. | |||
| Fantasy Draft: NBA Hairstyles | 13 Apr 2022 | 00:56:54 | |
We're back for another Fantasy Draft episode, we're diving into a rich world of NBA Hairstyles-- the good, the bad, the ugly. Joining me we have David Futernick (Actor, Super Hoopers Podcast), Clair de Lune (Tiny Deaths), and Sean Keane (Comedian, Roundball Rock Podcast). Make sure to check Twitter to vote for your favorites. Follow our guests on Twitter! @davidfuternick | @claireMPLS | @seankeane
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| Honus Honus (Man Man) | 22 Mar 2022 | 01:03:01 | |
On this episode, I have a conversation with Ryan Kattner AKA Honus Honus of Man Man to complete the Mister Heavenly trifecta. We're talking all things NBA including Sixers, Ben Simmons, Myles Turners TikTok, and we give BUILD-A-BAND another go! ---- Support Indie Basketball on Patreon! Your support goes a long way and means so much. Help get the Half Court Sessions off the ground. http://www.patreon.com/indiebasketball Death Cab For Curry sweatshirts and Bon Iverson hats still available: http://indiebasketball.myshopify.com Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | TikTok Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven. | |||
| Nicholas Thorburn (Islands) | 02 Mar 2022 | 00:41:20 | |
This episode brings a 1-on-1 conversation with Nicholos Thorburn, known for his work in many acts including Islands, The Unicorns, and Mister Heavenly. We talk about basketball in Canada, Michael Cera, and try our hands at a brand new game of crafting a band of NBA players.
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| Nick Thorburn (Islands) | 16 Jul 2024 | 00:38:51 | |
We have our very first returning guest on the podcast in Nick Thorburn of the band Islands and formerly The Unicorns. He's back to talk about a new Islands album and what makes it different than previous ones. We also talked playoffs, Raptors, offseason, NBA trading cards, and having previously done Build-a-Band, it's his turn to do Musician Matchups with some Raptors legends.
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| Harry Day (Middle Kids) | 18 Feb 2022 | 00:44:34 | |
I'm joined by Harry Day, drummer for Middle Kids, as we have our 1-on-1 iso-ball conversation to discuss their latest album, basketball in Australia, and of course do another edition of Musician Matchups: Raptors Edition. Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven! If you don't already, be sure to follow on Instagram (@indiebasketball) for all the latest. Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/HJaDNwxSbe Follow on Twitter! https://twitter.com/indiebasketball Check out the ol' YouTube channel! | |||
| Craig Hendrix (Japanese Breakfast) | 24 Jan 2022 | 00:40:28 | |
Craig Hendrix of Japanese Breakfast joins me for our 1-on-1 iso-ball conversation where we discuss being nominated for a Grammy, growing up a Sixers fan, and play another edition of Musician Matchups: Sixers Edition. Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven! If you don't already, be sure to follow on Instagram (@indiebasketball) for all the latest. Follow on Twitter! https://twitter.com/indiebasketball Check out the ol' YouTube channel! | |||
| Joe Plummer (Cold War Kids) | 12 Oct 2021 | 00:38:39 | |
This one-on-one episode is with legendary indie rock drummer Joe Plummer from such bands as Cold War Kids, Modest Mouse, The Shins, and Mister Heavenly. He also runs a podcasting group called Ruinous Media. We talk about touring with Cold War Kids, Stephen Malkmus playing basketball, and play another edition of Musician Matchups: Sonics Edition. Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven! If you don't already, be sure to follow on Instagram (@indiebasketball) for all the latest. Follow on Twitter! https://twitter.com/indiebasketball Check out the ol' YouTube channel! | |||
| Fantasy Draft: Sub Pop Artists | 03 Sep 2021 | 01:08:52 | |
It's time for another Fantasy Draft. This time we are joined by Julia Steiner (Ratboys), Evan Weiss (Into. It Over It. / Pet Symmetry), and Hanif Abdurraqib (Writer, Poet) to draft all-time Sub Pop Records Artists! Head over to the Twitter and vote for whose lineup you prefer. Theme music courtesy of Empty Heaven! If you don't already, be sure to follow on Instagram (@indiebasketball) for all the latest. Follow on Twitter! https://twitter.com/indiebasketball Check out the ol' YouTube channel! | |||