The Human Recommendation interview #32, Ben Sooy from A Place For Owls
The Human Recommendation is a weekly radio show on Flirt FM 101.3 in Galway city showcasing the best of indie & alternative music from Ireland and around the globe. But in this special interview side project, host Damien had the opportunity to catch up with Ben Sooy from Denver EMO band A Place for Owls. In a wide ranging discussion on EMO, music, creativity, the Punk spirit of D.I.Y. and building a community around music. Ben explained their altruistic idea that might just work in 'Holy Fool', a nonprofit he started to help working musicians and he'd like your help.More here at https://www.holyfoolco.com/ Also features music from their latest album 'How We Dig in the Earth' and their split with Birthday Dad.To keep up with the Human Recommendation, subscribe to the newsletterhttps://buttondown.com/thehumanrecommendation
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The Human Recommendation interview #33, Frame And Mantle
The Human Recommendation is a weekly radio show on Flirt FM 101.3 in Galway city showcasing the best of indie & alternative music from Ireland and around the globe. But in this special interview side project, host Damien had the opportunity to talk with Brian Thompson and Connor Freer from Pittsburgh’s Frame and Mantle. The band just released their second album 'Well of Light' and the guys spoke about their music, their city of Pittsburgh, touring, the challenges of creativity and commerce as they juggle day jobs with making music, their evolution since forming back in 2014.The interview contains two of their tracks "Green Grove Zone" and "Failsafe".To keep up with the Human Recommendation, subscribe to the newsletterhttps://buttondown.com/thehumanrecommendation
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The Human Recommendation interview #31, Sligo's Some Remain
The Human Recommendation is a weekly radio show on Flirt FM 101.3 in Galway city showcasing the best of indie & alternative music from Ireland and around the globe. But in this special interview side project, host Damien had the opportunity to chat with Some Remain. The band hail from Sligo on the North West coast of Ireland and consist of Jamie (Vocals), Colm (Guitar), Leo (Bass), Matthew (Drums) and they are set to release their 5 track EP on July 19th . Jamie and Colm spoke about the upcoming physical release, starting out as a band, challenges of releasing and promoting a record in the current music landscape and life in a band in 2025.The interview contains their track "Feel Low"To keep up with the Human Recommendation, subscribe to the newsletterhttps://buttondown.com/thehumanrecommendation
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The Human Recommendation interview #29 Adiós Cometa
The Human Recommendation is a weekly radio show on Flirt FM 101.3 in Galway city showcasing the best of indie & alternative music from Ireland and around the globe. But in this special interview side project, host Damien had the opportunity to chat with Pablo from Adiós Cometa.Hailing from San José, Costa Rica, Adiós Cometa are Mark Murillo, Emanuel Mora, Pablo Matamoros, Jonathan Villalobos and Gabriel Piedra.They have been making waves with their unique blend of shoegaze, dream-pop, and post-punk."Candelaria" is their new single from their upcoming full-length album due out in October called 'Un Destello De Luz' ('A Glitter of Light'). Pablo spoke about San Jose, making music in Latin America and the fun of performing live, their new album, the local music scene in Costa Rica and much more.The interview contains two of their tracks; the earlier "Franco" and their latest single "Candelaria"Vamos Adiós Cometa!To keep up with the Human Recommendation, subscribe to the newsletterhttps://buttondown.com/thehumanrecommendation
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The Human Recommendation interview #30, Bon Enfant
The Human Recommendation is a weekly radio show on Flirt FM 101.3 in Galway city showcasing the best of indie & alternative music from Ireland and around the globe. But in this special interview side project, host Damien had the opportunity to chat with Daphné and Guillaume from Montreal’s beloved indie rock quintet Bon Enfant. The other members of the band are Étienne Côté, Mélissa Fortin, and Alex Burger.Their music is both retro, refreshingly modern and uplifting. They have been charming audiences across Canada and Europe with their infectious grooves and energetic live performances in support of their current record, 'Demande Spéciale', released via Duprince.Daphné and Guillaume spoke about the band coming together, releasing 3 albums and solo work, winters in Montreal, making music and touring.The interview contains two of their tracks; "Magie" from their debut album and "Trompe-l'oeil" from 'Demande Spéciale'To keep up with the Human Recommendation, subscribe to the newsletterhttps://buttondown.com/thehumanrecommendation
The Human Recommendation is a weekly radio show on Flirt FM 101.3 in Galway city showcasing the best indie & alternative music from Ireland and around the globe.But in this special interview side project, host Damien takes the opportunity to converse with sound artists, musicians and indie record label owners.Newsletter to accompany the show is available at https://buttondown.com/thehumanrecommendationInstagram page https://www.instagram.com/humanrecommendation/
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