¡Simpatico! Listening Party Very excited about this event on February 22, 9pm(uk), 1pm(eat), 10am(pdt). Join us on Instagram (Surprise Cast) to celebrate one of the most ear infectious indie albums of all time. Invite your friends. www.instagram.com/p/DUtIUsxFDrt/ @subpop.bsky.social #velocitygirl

IT'S OFFICIAL SURPRISE CAST #232 Listen to this heartwarming episode with @carrierstheband.bsky.social Curt discusses his new album, Every Time I Feel Afraid, Ohio upbringing, faith, & creative collaborations. #americana #bryandevendorf @brassland.bsky.social podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...

CHECK OUT these upcoming episodes. Each one will be available for download/streaming on major social media platforms! @carrierstheband.bsky.social @charlienieland.bsky.social #thistlesifter #silkdaisys Don't forget about our album listening party with indie darlings, Velocity Girl on Feb. 22.

FEBRUARY 22, 2026 Surprise Cast & Velocity Girl are excited to co-host a smashing listening party. We'll honor the indie remastered album ¡Simpatico! The listening party will take place on Surprise Cast's Instagram page. www.instagram.com/surprisecast_/ @subpop.bsky.social #velocitygirl #indiepop

IT'S OFFICIAL SURPRISE CAST #231 Don't miss this conversation, which focuses on personal challenges, indie music, Inga Maria Hauser, and a brand new album, Girl on the Edge of the World. #keeley #indie #dreampop #mikiberenyi #sice #podcast #ireland #DKFM podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...

1 MORE DAY! My interview with KEELEY band arrives on Thursday, Feb. 12. The powerful new album drops next Friday. It's a good one! keeleytheband.bandcamp.com/album/girl-o... ##dreampop #indierock #ireland #newalbum #podcast #interview #london #alternative

CHECK OUT these upcoming conversations on Surprise Cast. Each one will be available for download/streaming on major social media platforms! #keeleyband @charlienieland.bsky.social #thistlesifter @carrierstheband.bsky.social #podcast #interview #indiepop #americana #dreampop #ambient #electronica

IT'S OFFICIAL SURPRISE CAST Enjoy my interview with this talented artist. We discuss journalism, traveling, collaboration with The Ocean Blue, and the process behind his paintings/illustrations. #england #artist #podcast #art #theoceanblue #travel Listen: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...

Just one more day until my interview w/ the talented artist, Paine Proffitt, who shares his love for art and brings his unique talent to the table. #paineproffitt #stokeontrent #artist #theoceanblue #artschool #philadelphia #journalism #chagall #visualart #podcast #surprisecast paineproffitt.com

A big thank you to my guest today, Peter Barnes, who joined me to discuss... - neoliberalism and environmental issues - creative process behind the upcoming album, 'Forever the Optimist', which will be out on Feb. 6th. #thistlesifter #electronica #ambient #netherlands thistlesifter.com

A big shout out to Charlie for joining me in the Surprise Cast studio. We discussed... - life in NYC - importance of collaboration and community - the creative process behind his album, 'Stories From the Borderlines'. @charlienieland.bsky.social @shamelesspromotion.bsky.social #indie #dreampop

A big shoutout to Silk Daisys, who joined me on Surprise Cast to discuss... - connecting music and life - brand new s/t album - collaborations, including Mark Gardener of Ride #silkdaisys #dreampop #markgardener #podcast #ride The episode will arrive soon! silkdaisys.bandcamp.com/album/silk-d...

UPCOMING EPISODE! I engage in a deep conversation w/ musician Andrew, exploring themes of faith, personal transformation, and the struggles of addiction. He shares his journey of battling alcoholism and the nature of God. Powerful! #andrewdarby #dreampop #hiphop #lofi #mentalhealth #DKFM #religion

IT'S OFFICIAL SURPRISE CAST #228 Enjoy this engaging conversation w/ Becca as she talks about personal growth, intentionality, Boston, creative process, and her new jazz/soulful album, Tonight in my Dreams. #beccahannah #music @bighasslemedia.bsky.social podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...

Why does this 2013 album still kick ass? - production work is pure ace - massive guitars, drums, bass, and vocals are anthemic! - it's their go BIG or go home album Bronze - "New York" Silver - "Fragile" Gold- "Promises" #theboxerrebellion #alternative #indie #vinyl #albums theboxerrebellion.com

Experience upcoming episodes w/ some wonderfully talented musicians. You'll be able to access them on all podcast platforms. Thank you for following Surprise Cast & these guests! #leonjoycejr #beccahannah #andrewdarby #keeley #jazzmusic #soulmusic #hiphopmusic #indiepop #podcast #interviews

IT'S OFFICIAL SURPRISE CAST #226 Worm School shared the story behind their musical inspirations, creative process, and amazing song, "Jacob's Ladder". #craftingroomrecordings #wormschool #simonscott #dearyband #shoegaze #dreampop #alternative Listen: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...

IT'S OFFICIAL SURPRISE CAST #225 Check out my latest interview with The Sundries. We explore their musical journey and inspirations, and the creation of their magnificent new s/t album. @sundriesband.bsky.social @janglepophub.bsky.social podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s... #indiepop #podcast

Check out the special episodes for the rest of January. You'll be able to stream/download on all major platforms. Thank you for following h.i. art on the edge and surprise cast. Enjoy the conversations! #sundries #wormschool #leonjoycejr #beccahannah #podcast #interviews #surprisecast

Why does this album kick ass? - infectious hooks and melodies - endless head swaying and toe tapping rhythms - warm and buttery vocal work Look for my interview with The Sundries to drop on Monday! @sundriesband.bsky.social @janglepophub.bsky.social thesundries.bandcamp.com/album/the-su...

I interviewed The Sundries. We explored their musical journey, the role of art in their lives, and the creation of their highly contagious self-titled album. Whilst waiting, take a listen to their s/t album. @sundriesband.bsky.social @janglepophub.bsky.social #indiepop thesundries.bandcamp.com

IT'S OFFICIAL SURPRISE CAST #224 Callière (Andrew Rose) Hear the incredible story behind Andrew's new album, Solar. You'll get a chance to hear his musical influences, the importance of gratitude and friendship. @shorediverecords.bsky.social #calliere #indie podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...

UPCOMING ON SURPRISE CAST KEELEY It was an honor speaking w/ the Keeley band. We focused on David Byrne quotes, musical collaboration, the spirit and energy of Inga Maria Hauser, & the amazing album, Girl on the Edge of the World, which drops on February 20. #Keeley #london #indie keeleysound.com

Coming real soon! Callière Be ready to download this warm-hearted episode as Andrew talks about Chameleons, life-lessons from Ethan Hawke's book, Rules for a Knight, and his breathtaking new album, Solar. Hear the interview on January 7! #calliere #dreampop #podcast #france calliere.bandcamp.com

IT'S OFFICIAL SURPRISE CAST #223 Peter Coyle (ESP project/ex.The Lotus Eaters) Peter and I have a deep discussion about family life, songwriting, musical inspirations, and the groundbreaking album, Velvet Crunch. #progrock #postpunk #newwave #liverpool podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...

I'm super excited to kick off 2026! All of these upcoming episodes will be available for download/stream on all major podcast platforms. Thank you for supporting these artists and Surprise Cast--much appreciated! #petercoyle #calliere #thesundries #wormschool #newwave #progrock #dreampop #shoegaze

IT'S OFFICIAL SURPRISE CAST #222 This is one of the deepest conversations I've had w/ an artist about theatre & performance, not to mention Reception: The Wedding Present Musical :). @receptionmusical.bsky.social @weddingpresent.bsky.social #performer Listen: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...

IT'S OFFICIAL SURPRISE CAST #221 Sea of Days Hear my conversation w/ Shane Speed. We go deep inside the world of Cocteau Twins, health, Wound album, & more. He's a class act! @seaofdays.bsky.social @shorediverecords.bsky.social #shoegaze #dreampop #alternative podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...

GET READY FOR SOME DREAMPOP/JINGLE JANGLE GREATNESS!

On Tuesday, you'll hear Shane Speed's story, which includes collaboration, health issues, Cocteau Twins, The National, the songwriting process for the album Wound, artwork, and everything! @seaofdays.bsky.social @shorediverecords.bsky.social Album: seaofdays.bandcamp.com/album/wound-2

IT'S OFFICIAL SURPRISE CAST #220 This is a deeply authentic conversation about the complexities of being part of the LGBTQ community, collaboration & the 'Things Must Change' album. Listen: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s... @montjuicmusic.bsky.social #LGBTQ #electronica #theorchids #onedove

Coming up on Surprise Cast! Sea of Days We discuss the influence of bands like Cocteau Twins & The National, being a music teacher, and sharp insights into the creation of his beautiful album, Wound. Don't miss it! @seaofdays.bsky.social @shorediverecords.bsky.social #dreampop #postpunk #brighton

IT'S OFFICIAL SURPRISE CAST #219 Enjoy my conversation with Ron & Jason from Blueshift Signal. They discussed the impact of art, the Painted Air record label, & their sublime album, Eventide. @paintedair.bsky.social #shoegaze #dreampop #blueshiftsignal Listen: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...

TODAY! Attention all dreampoppers and shoegazers. Head on over to www.instagram.com/p/DR7OBzFEXxT/ at 10am (pdt) / 1pm (edt), 6pm(uk) to join the fun. Chat with the fans and Blueshift Signal band members--it's gonna be a good time! #listeningparty #dreampop #shoegaze @paintedair.bsky.social

REMINDER! Our album listening party is this Sunday. Listen to Eventide, chat with Blueshift Signal fans, & ask the band members questions. The event will happen on the band's Instagram page. (www.instagram.com/blueshiftsig...). Also, Painted Air is offering a 30% off sale. @paintedair.bsky.social

IT'S OFFICIAL SURPRISE CAST #218 Enjoy my engrossing conversation with indie/shoegaze band from Australia. We go deep inside their new album, Feel Alright, impactful bands, A.I., & more. #trillionband #shoegaze #dreampop #sydney #dkfm #podcast #interview Listen: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...

Bring your friends to this listening party -- it's gonna be a rocking good time!

IT'S OFFICIAL SURPRISE CAST #217 Helen Millington It was a pleasure speaking w. this amazing artist from Manchester. She goes deep into mental health, childhood memories, and her job as a music photographer. @helsmill.bsky.social #photographer #manchester podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...

IT'S OFFICIAL SURPRISE CAST #216 Peter Duggal & Wolfgang Flur In this entertaining episode, we discuss the creative process, collaboration, and the dazzling 2025 album, Times. Listen. Like. Share. @peterduggal.com #wolfgangflur #kraftwerk #electronica podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...

If you can attend any of the Balloon shows, grab that ticket. I imagine each one will be magical!

Check out these upcoming Surprise Cast episodes. They will certainly be entertaining and educational! @peterduggal.com #wolfgangflur @helsmill.bsky.social #trillionband #zoeallan #thesundries #wormschool #podcast #interviews #surprisecast

IT'S OFFICIAL SURPRISE CAST #215 Ed Mazzucco Enjoy this episode as we discuss musical inspirations, childhood connections, & the responsibilities of running a record label. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s... @shelfliferecords.bandcamp.com #music #portland #musicproduction #podcast #indie

IT'S OFFICIAL SURPRISE CAST #214 Massage Listen to this extremely detailed podcast on all streaming platforms. The band talks about musical inspirations, parenting, and their dazzling new album, Coaster. @massagetheband.bsky.social #indiepop #losangeles Episode: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...

One of the most beautiful songs of the year! Well done, #wormschool, #beneaston, #domfreeman, and #simonscott #craftingroomrecordings www.youtube.com/watch?v=F7sO...

What makes this album kick ass? - shimmery guitar pop - warm bass lines - warm hearted blanket vocal work @janglepophub.bsky.social @subjangle.bsky.social #thesundries #london #janglepop #indiepop #shimmerpop #tweepop Take a listen: thesundries.bandcamp.com/album/the-su...

The Messenger Album Listening Party! Join Jack Richard Sobel and H.I. Art on the Edge for this extraordinary event on Instagram. More details including a specific time and an official invite are on the way. Stay tuned! #blackswanlane #postpunk #alternative #atlanta blackswanlane.hearnow.com

IT'S OFFICIAL SURPRISE CAST #213 Ultan Conlon Enjoy my conversation with one of Ireland's favourite singer-songwriters. We discuss movies, collaborations, and his brand-new, heartwarming album, Only. #ultanconlon #galway #singersongwriter #indiefolk listen: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...

What makes Coaster such a kick ass album? - lyrically emotive - heartbursting instrumentation - wonderful choruses @massagetheband.bsky.social #dreampop #indiepop #collegerock LOOK FOR MY INTERVIEW WITH THE BAND TO DROP ON THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13! Listen: massagetheband.bandcamp.com/album/coaste

Get ready to put your focus on a gorgeous album by Blueshift Signal. You'll have the opportunity to speak with fans & members of the band on December 7 at 1pm (EDT) on Instagram. More details are on the way. Put it on your calendar! @paintedair.bsky.social #blueshiftsignal #dreampop #hiartontheedge

COMING SOON Surprise Cast w/ Zoe Allan She discussed w/ me... - musical theatre - performance and the influences that shaped her artistic journey - Reception: The Wedding Present Musical Tune in on December 18! #theweddingpresent #ZoeAllan #performer #actress @receptionmusical.bsky.social