Cults

Lost And Sound

As the winter chill sets in, imagine cozying up with a warm cup of tea and the wall of noise psych-pop of Cults, the band that first took over the web with "Go Outside." In this episode, Brian Oblivion and Madeleine Follin join Paul to share their journey from a viral sensation to seasoned artists. We meander through their contrasting COVID experiences, with Brian finding solace in the snow-capped quiet of upstate New York while Maddie paints a vivid picture from the bustling downstate. Their anecdotes of musical resurgence on TikTok will remind you why "Always Forever" and "Gilded Lily" have found a new lease on life among listeners.

Have you ever wondered about the creative alchemy that fuels a band's sound? Brian and Maddie pull back the curtain on their songwriting and recording process, with a candid look at their winter studio sessions and the tightrope walk of their unique partnership. They offer a glimpse into their musical origins, from Maddie's punk band beginnings to Brian's unconventional path, all leading up to a serendipitous convergence that neither of them saw coming. Their reflections on navigating the music industry's ebbs and flows are as enlightening as they are inspiring.

To round off our chat, we explore the delicate interplay of hope and pragmatism that drives a musician's career. Brian and Maddie share insights into the validation they've felt from new platforms and the importance of staying humble and adaptable, echoing advice from family that has kept them grounded.

Presented and produced by Paul Hanford

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Lost and Sound is proudly sponsored by Audio-Technica

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Lost and Sound title music by Thomas Giddins

Chapters

1. Cults (00:00:00)

2. Conversation With Cults and Updates (00:00:02)

3. Music, Winter Recording, and Deadlines (00:06:01)

4. Finding Identity and Validation in Music (00:22:15)

5. Music, Artistic Bonds, and Changing Methods (00:29:13)

6. Musicians Discuss Optimism, Success, and Perseverance (00:43:22)

7. Sponsorship and Availability for Lost and Sound Book (00:50:53)