September Soundscapes: Farewells, Returns, and Indie Futures
In this episode of NNC Daily News, we delve into Fontaines D.C.’s surreal ‘Desire’ live video and tour finale, David Byrne’s avant-pop reinvention on ‘Who Is the Sky?’, and Saint Etienne’s farewell album ‘International’. We also explore Ivy’s long-awaited return with ‘Traces of You’, Liquid Mike’s breakout ‘Hell Is an Airport’, and Motion City Soundtrack’s decade-later comeback ‘The Same Old Wasted Wonderful World’.
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In this episode:
• 🎥 Fontaines D.C. close their ‘Romance’ era with a surreal live video for ‘Desire,’ directed by Aube Perrie—haunting tour visuals, a lime-green balaclava figure, and future-headliner energy from Alexandra Palace to Belfast with Kneecap.
• 🌌 David Byrne returns Sept 5 with ‘Who Is the Sky?,’ an avant-pop exploration blending electronic flourishes and existential lyricism—playful, profound, and restlessly inventive.
• 🌍 Saint Etienne bid an elegant farewell on Sept 5 with ‘International,’ a swan-song steeped in lush indie-pop and cultural flair.
• 📼 Ivy resurfaces on Sept 5 with ‘Traces of You,’ transforming archival demos into fresh indie-pop nostalgia after a 15-year pause.
• ✈️ Liquid Mike breaks through on Sept 12 with ‘Hell Is an Airport,’ a power-pop/indie-rock jolt with catchy riffs and DIY grit.
• 💥 Motion City Soundtrack return Sept 19 with ‘The Same Old Wasted Wonderful World,’ fusing emo heart and pop-punk polish after a 10-year studio hiatus.
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In this episode:
• 🎥 Fontaines D.C. close their ‘Romance’ era with a surreal live video for ‘Desire,’ directed by Aube Perrie—haunting tour visuals, a lime-green balaclava figure, and future-headliner energy from Alexandra Palace to Belfast with Kneecap.
• 🌌 David Byrne returns Sept 5 with ‘Who Is the Sky?,’ an avant-pop exploration blending electronic flourishes and existential lyricism—playful, profound, and restlessly inventive.
• 🌍 Saint Etienne bid an elegant farewell on Sept 5 with ‘International,’ a swan-song steeped in lush indie-pop and cultural flair.
• 📼 Ivy resurfaces on Sept 5 with ‘Traces of You,’ transforming archival demos into fresh indie-pop nostalgia after a 15-year pause.
• ✈️ Liquid Mike breaks through on Sept 12 with ‘Hell Is an Airport,’ a power-pop/indie-rock jolt with catchy riffs and DIY grit.
• 💥 Motion City Soundtrack return Sept 19 with ‘The Same Old Wasted Wonderful World,’ fusing emo heart and pop-punk polish after a 10-year studio hiatus.
🎧 Subscribe and follow NNC Daily News for more sharp insights on tech, markets, and the moments moving headlines. 📞 Have a tip or question? Reach us at 888-666-4469. 📝 Neural Newscast is AI-assisted, human reviewed. View our AI Transparency Policy at NeuralNewscast.com.
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Chad Thompson is the producer of Neural Newscast, bringing his expertise in technology, cybersecurity, media production, DJing, music production, and radio broadcasting to deliver high-quality, engaging news content. A futurist and early adopter, Chad has a deep passion for innovation, storytelling, and automation, ensuring that Neural Newscast stays at the forefront of modern news delivery. With a background in security operations and a career leading cyber defense teams, he combines technical acumen with creative vision to produce informative and compelling broadcasts. In addition to producing the podcast, Chad creates its original music, blending his technical expertise with his creative talents to enhance the show's unique sound. Outside of Neural Newscast, Chad is a dedicated father, electronic music enthusiast, and builder of creative projects, always exploring new ways to merge technology with storytelling.
