Date with the Night

bonjour // hi !! On episode 32 of DWTN, I’m joined by Megan Louise of the band Desire & president of the revered independent record label/creative collective Italians Do It Better . We talk her new album Games People Play (out now!), growing up in Montreal, the 2000’s Montreal Party Scene, Montreal’s Mile End, co-owning her small live venue called Zoobizarre at age 19, meeting Johnny Jewel, th...

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...

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 d...

On episode 29 of DWTN i’m joined by the super incredible Lovefoxxx of CSS (Cansei De Ser Sexy), an artist that helped define the indie sound of the 2000s, and whose band is going on its first tour across North America, the UK, and the EU in 11 years. We talk about the upcoming tour, Lovefoxxx coming to Sao Paulo by herself at age 16, her musical influences, Flickr, Fotolog, meeting Paris Hilton, w...

On episode 28 of DWTN, I’m joined by Jojo Orme aka Heartworms - an artist out of South London whose dystopian gothic post-punk is making waves across the UK and beyond. Heartworms’ latest single May I Comply was released November of 2023, and just finished supporting The Kills on tour across the US.  We talk about her EP A Comforting Notion , working with legendary producer Dan Carey, balancing dy...

4, 3, 2, 1! On episode 27 of DTWN I’m joined by rapper, DJ, and producer, Princess Superstar , whose song Perfect (Exceeder) is going viral on TikTok, Spotify playlists, and on the dance floor. We talk about the use of her song in the film Saltburn , her beginnings as an artist, and coming up in the East Village in NYC on the precipice of the post-punk revival and electroclash scenes.  We discuss...

On episode 26 of DWTN I’m joined by Joelle Bouchard aka namaste.at.home.dad . Joelle is a leading voice in a generation of meme artists who provides hilarious critique on internet phenomenons, pop culture & counterculture of the past and present.  We dive into some of my favourite memes of Joelle’s & talk about the history of memes as a form of art and comedy, film, Grimes, American Appare...

On episode 25 of DWTN, I’m joined by Master Peace , a rising star from the UK who will be releasing their debut album “How To Make A Master Peace” on March 1st, 2024 - featuring I Might be Fake , LOO SONG , and his most recent single GET NAUGHTY!   Master Peace digs into his inspiration, goals, and writing and production process behind his upcoming album, and what it's like working with Mike S...

On episode 24 of DTWN I’m joined by VV and Hotel of The Kills to talk about their new album God Games , available now. We take a deep dive into the writing and production process for the album, as well as the tech behind the music video for “103”.  The Kills get into their origins as a band: meeting in a squat, finding music gear in a dumpster, and mailing venues to get gigs. We discuss what it wa...

On episode 23 of DTWN I’m joined by Robbie Banfitch, director, producer, editor, writer, and sound designer of the indie arthouse horror The Outwaters. We talk about the inspiration behind his found footage film, filmmaking on a budget, DIY, all things horror, gay pumpkin carving, halloween, his upcoming film Tinsman Road, working for Greenpeace, and a chance encounter with Lana Del Rey.  Follow R...

On episode 22 of Date with the Night, I’m joined by singer, songwriter, and podcaster, Allison Wolfe - lead singer of the iconic feminist punk-rock band Bratmobile , and one of the founders of the riot grrrl movement of the early 90s.  Allison digs into Bratmobile’s origins as a theoretical band, their famous feminist zine Girl Germs , and Bratmobile’s reunion after 20 years. Allison also talks ab...

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 demo...

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,...

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” dire...

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.  Rah...

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’...

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 Cal...

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 “ges...

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, f...

On episode 13 of Date with the Night, I’m joined by Blaketheman1000 . We discuss Blake’s recent feature in Rolling Stone , his creative process, personal expression, genre-bending, as well as Blake’s connection to the indie sleaze revival. We also talk about the classic iPod Touch game Tap Tap Revenge , Pixies, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, and Blake and The Dare ’s shared love for Weezer song structure...

On episode 12 of Date with the Night, I’m honoured to be speaking with an artist who was instrumental in defining the sounds of the 2000s, and has released their first full-length album in 12 years. Today I’m joined by Anna-Catherine Hartley, AKA Uffie . Uffie discusses her start in the music industry, being propelled to fame at the age of 16, and going viral before that was even a term. She talks...

On episode 11 of Date with the Night, I’m joined by Michael Incognito with an exclusive sneak peek at his latest single DIY , which will be released at midnight. Michael discusses the song writing and production behind DIY as well as his previous single Boys Go , and his music and performance inspirations and influences. We also talk about film, The Sopranos, the queer community in New York, as we...

On episode 10 of Date with the Night, I’m joined by photographer, DJ, and UX designer, Ron Snake . Ron talks about the music and party scene in LA during the 2000s, working a coveted job at the Apple Store, and meeting and working with Steve Aoki and The Cobrasnake . We also discuss the DJ community in LA, spinning vinyl, and Ron’s set with Cosmic Kids at Just Like Heaven ‘22 - which you can liste...

There’s one artist in particular who is determined to bring the early 2000s era bloghouse aesthetic back, and it’s Brooklyn-based Harrison Patrick Smith of The Dare , our guest on Date with the Night episode 9. We discuss The Dare’s recent single Girls , and dig into Harrison’s song writing process. Harrison unpacks what he loves about the early 2000s bloghouse and electroclash sound, and talks ab...

On episode 8 of Date with the Night, I’m joined by the legendary promoter, DJ, and founder of IHEARTCOMIX , Franki Chan. Franki gives an incredible, historic overview of the music and party scene in LA during the 2000s, outlining some of the great parties that he started alongside people like Steve Aoki, The Cobrasnake, and Har Mar Superstar. Franki also discusses the infamous turf war between Dim...