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33 episodes
Language
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Date created
2025/09/19
Latest episode
2026/10/07
Average duration
63 min.
Release period
11 days
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Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts is the podcast that dives headfirst into the swirling, kaleidoscopic universe of the Elephant 6 Recording Company, the loose collective of musicians whose experimental pop and psychedelic sounds reshaped indie music in the 1990s and beyond.
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DBWS 3 -1 The Same Place
2026/10/07
DBWS Season 3 Episode 1
27 YEARS IN THE MAKING.
We celebrate the brand-new record from The Olivia Tremor Control — The Same Place.
And for the FIRST TIME EVER, you’ll be able to hear fragments of new songs from The Same Place as part of this very special episode. Our first episode of Season 3!
Special guest We’ll be joined by Derek Almstead , Ron Kwasman , and Jason Nesmith to talk about the making of The Same Place! https://patreon.com/dontbotherwearingseatbelts?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&utm_content=copyLink
Speaking of, Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts also has a Patreon!!! Wait!
Come back! It’s not like that! Our show is free, and will remain that
way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver
level ($1 monthly) allows you to participate in our monthly giveaways.
There will always be at least one giveaway per month, often there will
be two or more per month, and each giveaway will include at least one
piece of physical media (cd, cassette, or vinyl record.) There will be
times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they
receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always
be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at
DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times
there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork,
etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but
they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes,
and various other production costs.
You can find Bored Music Geek Radio and its wide array of programming
here: https://live365.com/station/Bored-Music-Geek-Radio-a13080 You can
find old episodes, like this one, of “Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts”
(these will all eventually be re-aired on Bored Music Geek Radio in
repackaged form) here: https://www.patreon.com/c/discograffiti/posts
Speaking of, Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts also has a Patreon!!! Wait!
Come back! It’s not like that! Our show is free, and will remain that
way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver
level ($1 monthly) allows you to participate in our monthly giveaways.
There will always be at least one giveaway per month, often there will
be two or more per month, and each giveaway will include at least one
piece of physical media (cd, cassette, or vinyl record.) There will be
times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they
receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always
be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at
DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times
there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork,
etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but
they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes,
and various other production costs.
https://www.patreon.com/dontbotherwearingseatbelts
https://patreon.com/dontbotherwearingseatbelts?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&utm_content=copyLink
Speaking of, Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts also has a Patreon!!! Wait!
Come back! It’s not like that! Our show is free, and will remain that
way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver
level ($1 monthly) allows you to participate in our monthly giveaways.
There will always be at least one giveaway per month, often there will
be two or more per month, and each giveaway will include at least one
piece of physical media (cd, cassette, or vinyl record.) There will be
times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they
receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always
be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at
DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times
there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork,
etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but
they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes,
and various other production costs.
DBWS - 2-33 - PYLON REENACTMENT SOCIETY
2026/09/30
DBWS - 2-33 - PYLON REENACTMENT SOCIETY
We’re reaching back into the vault for another classic episode of Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts — and this one is an absolute blast.
We’re joined by the entire Pylon Reenactment Society for a conversation about carrying forward the legacy of Pylon, one of the most incredible, influential, and downright singular bands to ever emerge from the legendary Athens, Georgia music scene.
We talk about what it means to honor that music while creating something that stands on its own, the formation and evolution of Pylon Reenactment Society, their extensive touring, the records they’ve released, and what it’s been like bringing these songs to audiences around the world. https://patreon.com/dontbotherwearingseatbelts?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&utm_content=copyLink
Speaking of, Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts also has a Patreon!!! Wait!
Come back! It’s not like that! Our show is free, and will remain that
way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver
level ($1 monthly) allows you to participate in our monthly giveaways.
There will always be at least one giveaway per month, often there will
be two or more per month, and each giveaway will include at least one
piece of physical media (cd, cassette, or vinyl record.) There will be
times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they
receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always
be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at
DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times
there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork,
etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but
they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes,
and various other production costs.
You can find Bored Music Geek Radio and its wide array of programming
here: https://live365.com/station/Bored-Music-Geek-Radio-a13080 You can
find old episodes, like this one, of “Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts”
(these will all eventually be re-aired on Bored Music Geek Radio in
repackaged form) here: https://www.patreon.com/c/discograffiti/posts
Speaking of, Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts also has a Patreon!!! Wait!
Come back! It’s not like that! Our show is free, and will remain that
way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver
level ($1 monthly) allows you to participate in our monthly giveaways.
There will always be at least one giveaway per month, often there will
be two or more per month, and each giveaway will include at least one
piece of physical media (cd, cassette, or vinyl record.) There will be
times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they
receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always
be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at
DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times
there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork,
etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but
they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes,
and various other production costs.
https://www.patreon.com/dontbotherwearingseatbelts
https://patreon.com/dontbotherwearingseatbelts?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&utm_content=copyLink
Speaking of, Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts also has a Patreon!!! Wait!
Come back! It’s not like that! Our show is free, and will remain that
way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver
level ($1 monthly) allows you to participate in our monthly giveaways.
There will always be at least one giveaway per month, often there will
be two or more per month, and each giveaway will include at least one
piece of physical media (cd, cassette, or vinyl record.) There will be
times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they
receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always
be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at
DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times
there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork,
etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but
they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes,
and various other production costs.
DBWS 2-32 J. Kirk Pleasant - Calvin, Don’t Jump/Crystal Clear Mississippi
2026/09/16
DBWS 2-32 J. Kirk Pleasant - Calvin, Don’t Jump/Crystal Clear Mississippi
This week we’re joined by the fantastic J. Kirk Pleasant for a conversation about his beautiful Calvin, Don’t Jump! record, Crystal Clear Mississippi.
But really we don't talk much about it.. But we do talk about his undefeated college marching band, behind the scenes stories of Neutral Milk Hotel, and the Gerbils. His mention in Rolling Stone magazine, The Mountain Goats getting towed in the snow, being a fire fighter, and bird migration enthusiast, and he also takes us back through some incredible memories from his time touring as a member of The Olivia Tremor Control.
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Speaking of, Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts also has a Patreon!!! Wait!
Come back! It’s not like that! Our show is free, and will remain that
way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver
level ($1 monthly) allows you to participate in our monthly giveaways.
There will always be at least one giveaway per month, often there will
be two or more per month, and each giveaway will include at least one
piece of physical media (cd, cassette, or vinyl record.) There will be
times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they
receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always
be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at
DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times
there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork,
etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but
they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes,
and various other production costs.
You can find Bored Music Geek Radio and its wide array of programming
here: https://live365.com/station/Bored-Music-Geek-Radio-a13080 You can
find old episodes, like this one, of “Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts”
(these will all eventually be re-aired on Bored Music Geek Radio in
repackaged form) here: https://www.patreon.com/c/discograffiti/posts
Speaking of, Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts also has a Patreon!!! Wait!
Come back! It’s not like that! Our show is free, and will remain that
way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver
level ($1 monthly) allows you to participate in our monthly giveaways.
There will always be at least one giveaway per month, often there will
be two or more per month, and each giveaway will include at least one
piece of physical media (cd, cassette, or vinyl record.) There will be
times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they
receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always
be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at
DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times
there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork,
etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but
they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes,
and various other production costs.
https://www.patreon.com/dontbotherwearingseatbelts
https://patreon.com/dontbotherwearingseatbelts?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&utm_content=copyLink
Speaking of, Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts also has a Patreon!!! Wait!
Come back! It’s not like that! Our show is free, and will remain that
way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver
level ($1 monthly) allows you to participate in our monthly giveaways.
There will always be at least one giveaway per month, often there will
be two or more per month, and each giveaway will include at least one
piece of physical media (cd, cassette, or vinyl record.) There will be
times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they
receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always
be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at
DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times
there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork,
etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but
they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes,
and various other production costs.
DBWS 2-31 Organically Programmed / Great Lakes
2026/09/02
DBWS 2-31 Organically Programmed / Great Lakes
IT’S A Late Night DOUBLE FEATURE Podcast show!
Welcome back to Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts, where this week we’re unlocking TWO classic episodes from behind the paywall and setting them loose into the universe!
First up, we talk with Oliver Domingo of Organically Programmed about the band’s wonderfully strange, inventive self-titled record.
Then we’re back with Ben Crum of Great Lakes, diving into the album Contenders and the history of one of the most enduring bands from the Elephant 6 orbit.
Strap in. It’s a late night double feature podcast show.... where's the best place to listen in the back row!
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Speaking of, Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts also has a Patreon!!! Wait!
Come back! It’s not like that! Our show is free, and will remain that
way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver
level ($1 monthly) allows you to participate in our monthly giveaways.
There will always be at least one giveaway per month, often there will
be two or more per month, and each giveaway will include at least one
piece of physical media (cd, cassette, or vinyl record.) There will be
times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they
receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always
be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at
DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times
there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork,
etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but
they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes,
and various other production costs.
You can find Bored Music Geek Radio and its wide array of programming
here: https://live365.com/station/Bored-Music-Geek-Radio-a13080 You can
find old episodes, like this one, of “Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts”
(these will all eventually be re-aired on Bored Music Geek Radio in
repackaged form) here: https://www.patreon.com/c/discograffiti/posts
Speaking of, Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts also has a Patreon!!! Wait!
Come back! It’s not like that! Our show is free, and will remain that
way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver
level ($1 monthly) allows you to participate in our monthly giveaways.
There will always be at least one giveaway per month, often there will
be two or more per month, and each giveaway will include at least one
piece of physical media (cd, cassette, or vinyl record.) There will be
times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they
receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always
be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at
DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times
there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork,
etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but
they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes,
and various other production costs.
https://www.patreon.com/dontbotherwearingseatbelts
https://patreon.com/dontbotherwearingseatbelts?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&utm_content=copyLink
Speaking of, Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts also has a Patreon!!! Wait!
Come back! It’s not like that! Our show is free, and will remain that
way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver
level ($1 monthly) allows you to participate in our monthly giveaways.
There will always be at least one giveaway per month, often there will
be two or more per month, and each giveaway will include at least one
piece of physical media (cd, cassette, or vinyl record.) There will be
times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they
receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always
be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at
DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times
there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork,
etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but
they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes,
and various other production costs.
DBWS - 2-30 Fear Of Fear with Ben Crum of Great Lakes
2026/08/26
DBWS - 2-30 Fear Of Fear with Ben Crum of Great Lakes
On this episode, we sit down with Ben Crum of Great Lakes to talk about the band’s beautiful and deeply personal new record, Fear of the Fear.
A semi-concept album inspired by the loss of a close friend, Fear of the Fear explores grief, memory, friendship, and all the complicated emotions that come with losing someone important. Interestingly, the album was actually recorded before Great Lakes’ last record Don't Swim To Close, making its long-awaited arrival feel even more special.
This episode has some really amazing E6 stories including some fun ones about the great Belle and Sebastian and Alex Chilton of Big Star.
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Speaking of, Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts also has a Patreon!!! Wait!
Come back! It’s not like that! Our show is free, and will remain that
way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver
level ($1 monthly) allows you to participate in our monthly giveaways.
There will always be at least one giveaway per month, often there will
be two or more per month, and each giveaway will include at least one
piece of physical media (cd, cassette, or vinyl record.) There will be
times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they
receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always
be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at
DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times
there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork,
etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but
they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes,
and various other production costs.
You can find Bored Music Geek Radio and its wide array of programming
here: https://live365.com/station/Bored-Music-Geek-Radio-a13080 You can
find old episodes, like this one, of “Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts”
(these will all eventually be re-aired on Bored Music Geek Radio in
repackaged form) here: https://www.patreon.com/c/discograffiti/posts
Speaking of, Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts also has a Patreon!!! Wait!
Come back! It’s not like that! Our show is free, and will remain that
way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver
level ($1 monthly) allows you to participate in our monthly giveaways.
There will always be at least one giveaway per month, often there will
be two or more per month, and each giveaway will include at least one
piece of physical media (cd, cassette, or vinyl record.) There will be
times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they
receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always
be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at
DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times
there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork,
etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but
they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes,
and various other production costs.
https://www.patreon.com/dontbotherwearingseatbelts
https://patreon.com/dontbotherwearingseatbelts?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&utm_content=copyLink
Speaking of, Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts also has a Patreon!!! Wait!
Come back! It’s not like that! Our show is free, and will remain that
way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver
level ($1 monthly) allows you to participate in our monthly giveaways.
There will always be at least one giveaway per month, often there will
be two or more per month, and each giveaway will include at least one
piece of physical media (cd, cassette, or vinyl record.) There will be
times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they
receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always
be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at
DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times
there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork,
etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but
they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes,
and various other production costs.
DBWS 2-29 Happy Happy Birthday To Me Ep. 2 with Mike Turner
2026/08/19
DBWS 2-29 Happy Happy Birthday To Me Ep. 2 with Mike Turner
This time, we’re going even deeper into the story of HHBTM Vol. 1, the legendary compilation that captured a wildly creative moment at the brink of a legendary record label.
Mike takes us inside the making of the comp—the bands, the friendships, the discoveries, the stories behind the songs, and what it was like building a label around a community of musicians who were creating some of the most exciting music happening anywhere.
And, of course, we’re listening along the way.
This episode features music from of Montreal, Elf Power, The Masters of the Hemisphere, The Minders, Marshmallow Coast, and more as Mike gives us the stories behind the artists and songs that helped make HHBTM Vol. 1 such a special snapshot of its time.
It’s part oral history, part mixtape, and a full-on celebration of the beautiful interconnected world of independent music.
So put on your headphones, dig through the record collection, and join us for another deep dive into the wonderfully weird world of Happy Happy Birthday To Me Records.
Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts — Episode 2-29: Happy Happy Birthday To Me with Mike Turner, Part Two.
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Speaking of, Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts also has a Patreon!!! Wait! Come back! It’s not like that! Our show is free, and will remain that way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver level ($1 monthly) allows you to participate in our monthly giveaways. There will always be at least one giveaway per month, often there will be two or more per month, and each giveaway will include at least one piece of physical media (cd, cassette, or vinyl record.) There will be times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork, etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes, and various other production costs.
You can find Bored Music Geek Radio and its wide array of programming here: https://live365.com/station/Bored-Music-Geek-Radio-a13080 You can find old episodes, like this one, of “Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts” (these will all eventually be re-aired on Bored Music Geek Radio in repackaged form) here: https://www.patreon.com/c/discograffiti/posts
Speaking of, Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts also has a Patreon!!! Wait! Come back! It’s not like that! Our show is free, and will remain that way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver level ($1 monthly) allows you to participate in our monthly giveaways. There will always be at least one giveaway per month, often there will be two or more per month, and each giveaway will include at least one piece of physical media (cd, cassette, or vinyl record.) There will be times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork, etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes, and various other production costs. https://www.patreon.com/dontbotherwearingseatbelts
https://patreon.com/dontbotherwearingseatbelts?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&utm_content=copyLink
Speaking of, Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts also has a Patreon!!! Wait! Come back! It’s not like that! Our show is free, and will remain that way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver level ($1 monthly) allows you to participate in our monthly giveaways. There will always be at least one giveaway per month, often there will be two or more per month, and each giveaway will include at least one piece of physical media (cd, cassette, or vinyl record.) There will be times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork, etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes, and various other production costs.
DBWS 2-27 Jake Whitener - Bazooka Fest
2026/08/12
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Speaking of, Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts also has a Patreon!!! Wait! Come back! It’s not like that! Our show is free, and will remain that way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver level ($1 monthly) allows you to participate in our monthly giveaways. There will always be at least one giveaway per month, often there will be two or more per month, and each giveaway will include at least one piece of physical media (cd, cassette, or vinyl record.) There will be times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork, etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes, and various other production costs.
You can find Bored Music Geek Radio and its wide array of programming here: https://live365.com/station/Bored-Music-Geek-Radio-a13080 You can find old episodes, like this one, of “Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts” (these will all eventually be re-aired on Bored Music Geek Radio in repackaged form) here: https://www.patreon.com/c/discograffiti/posts
Speaking of, Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts also has a Patreon!!! Wait! Come back! It’s not like that! Our show is free, and will remain that way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver level ($1 monthly) allows you to participate in our monthly giveaways. There will always be at least one giveaway per month, often there will be two or more per month, and each giveaway will include at least one piece of physical media (cd, cassette, or vinyl record.) There will be times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork, etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes, and various other production costs. https://www.patreon.com/dontbotherwearingseatbelts
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DBWS 2-26 Consult The Oracle - The High Water Marks
2026/08/06
DBWS 2-26 Consult The Oracle - The High Water Marks
Today we're unlocking another classic episode that's available for the very first time outside the paywall.
In this conversation, we're joined by Hilarie and Per Ole Bratset of High Water Marks to celebrate their wonderful album, Consult the Oracle. We dive into the band's signature dueling vocal chemistry, the making of the record, and plenty of delightful detours along the way—from Vikings to the essential Norwegian artists everyone should have on their playlist.
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times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they
receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always
be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at
DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times
there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork,
etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but
they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes,
and various other production costs.
You can find Bored Music Geek Radio and its wide array of programming
here: https://live365.com/station/Bored-Music-Geek-Radio-a13080 You can
find old episodes, like this one, of “Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts”
(these will all eventually be re-aired on Bored Music Geek Radio in
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Speaking of, Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts also has a Patreon!!! Wait!
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way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver
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be two or more per month, and each giveaway will include at least one
piece of physical media (cd, cassette, or vinyl record.) There will be
times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they
receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always
be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at
DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times
there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork,
etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but
they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes,
and various other production costs.
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way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver
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times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they
receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always
be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at
DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times
there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork,
etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but
they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes,
and various other production costs.
DBWS 2-25 - Happy Happy Birthday To Me With Mike Turner
2026/07/23
PLEASE READ BEFORE LISTENING • This episode contains frank discussions of autism. You will actually hear us talking about cutting the entire section before it airs. However, we, along with Mike, decided that the conversation was extremely interesting, inspiring, and important to the story being told.
On this special episode, we're joined by one of the most influential and creative figures connected to the Elephant 6 universe: Michael Turner.
As the founder of Happy Happy Birthday to Me Records, Michael has championed countless Elephant 6 artists and helped introduce an incredible wave of independent music to the world. He's also the driving force behind the legendary Athens Popfest, where so many unforgettable Elephant 6 performances and reunions have taken place over the years.
In this epic two-part conversation, Michael takes us behind the scenes of Happy Happy Birthday to Me, shares stories from the early days of the label, reflects on the Athens music community, and offers a fascinating look at the artists, friendships, and moments that helped shape one of indie rock's most beloved musical collectives.
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times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they
receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always
be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at
DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times
there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork,
etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but
they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes,
and various other production costs.
You can find Bored Music Geek Radio and its wide array of programming
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find old episodes, like this one, of “Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts”
(these will all eventually be re-aired on Bored Music Geek Radio in
repackaged form) here: https://www.patreon.com/c/discograffiti/posts
Speaking of, Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts also has a Patreon!!! Wait!
Come back! It’s not like that! Our show is free, and will remain that
way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver
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There will always be at least one giveaway per month, often there will
be two or more per month, and each giveaway will include at least one
piece of physical media (cd, cassette, or vinyl record.) There will be
times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they
receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always
be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at
DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times
there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork,
etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but
they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes,
and various other production costs.
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way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver
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times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they
receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always
be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at
DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times
there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork,
etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but
they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes,
and various other production costs.
DBWS 2-24 Elf Power Vainly Clurching with Andrew Reiger
2026/07/09
DBWS 2-24 Elf Power Vainly Clurching with Andrew Reiger
Here's another season one episode freed from behind the paywall. This episode marked the official start of Patrick Tape Fleming' as a co-host. We kinda forgot to tell Andrew Reiger about it ahead of time.
But no biggie...
They actually know each other and are fans of each other's musical work.
We mostly discuss Elf Power's lo-fi 1995 masterpiece of a debut release "Vainly Clutching at Phantom Limbs", but, per usual, the conversation wanders. Whether you are familiar with Andrew's work or not, prepare to be edumacated and enraptured by the magic of Elf Power!
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receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always
be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at
DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times
there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork,
etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but
they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes,
and various other production costs.
You can find Bored Music Geek Radio and its wide array of programming
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find old episodes, like this one, of “Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts”
(these will all eventually be re-aired on Bored Music Geek Radio in
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way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver
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piece of physical media (cd, cassette, or vinyl record.) There will be
times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they
receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always
be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at
DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times
there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork,
etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but
they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes,
and various other production costs.
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There will always be at least one giveaway per month, often there will
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times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they
receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always
be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at
DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times
there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork,
etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but
they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes,
and various other production costs.
DBWS 2-23: The Sunshine Fix — Age of the Sun
2026/06/25
DBWS 2-23: The Sunshine Fix — Age of the Sun
As the 1990s came to a close, the Elephant 6 universe entered one of its most fascinating and creative chapters.
The Olivia Tremor Control — the Athens, Georgia kaleidoscopic psychedelic pop machine that helped define an era .. had drifted into different corners of time and space. Its two visionary songwriters began exploring new worlds: Will Cullen Hart traveled deeper into the dreamlike experimental galaxies of Circulatory System, while Bill Doss chased the eternal glow of the perfect pop song with The Sunshine Fix.
And with Age of the Sun, Bill created his post OTC masterpiece.
Filled with Byrds-like harmonies, sun-drenched melodies, 1960s psychedelic color, a little 70's funk and the beautiful layered orchestration we'd come to know from OTC, Age of the Sun feels like a transmission from another dimension.. completely powered by Bill’s unmistakable optimism, his worldly lyrics, and melodic genius
On this episode we talk with Sunshine Fix members Derek Almstead and Kevin Sweeney about what it was like working alongside Bill Doss — not just as a songwriter, but as a friend, producer, and bandleader.
They share stories of Bill’s kindness, his endless encouragement, his belief in the people around him, and the way he created space for every musician to bring their own personality into the music.
Much like Paul McCartney building Wings after that “other little band he was in” Bill wasn’t looking for hired hands. He was building a BAND.
This is a conversation about friendship, collaboration, creativity, and the magic that happens when a great songwriter trusts the people around him. https://patreon.com/dontbotherwearingseatbelts?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&utm_content=copyLink
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be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at
DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times
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etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but
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find old episodes, like this one, of “Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts”
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Speaking of, Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts also has a Patreon!!! Wait!
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way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver
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times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they
receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always
be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at
DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times
there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork,
etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but
they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes,
and various other production costs.
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times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they
receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always
be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at
DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times
there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork,
etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but
they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes,
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DBWS 2-22 Azalia Snail
2026/06/18
DBWS 2-22 Azalia Snail
We are honored to be joined by the one and only Azalia Snail — the legendary “Queen of Lo-Fi.” A true pioneer of the 1990s underground, Azalia helped shape the sound of home recording, neo-psychedelia, experimental pop, and the DIY universe that so many artists continue to explore today.
She is a songwriter, a multi-instrumentalist, a sonic explorer — and someone whose life story almost feels like the indie rock version of Forrest Gump. Somehow, someway, Azalia has crossed paths with everyone from Beck during the explosion of the lo-fi movement to the legendary Dick Van Dyke — collecting stories that sound too magical to be real.
In this episode, we talk about her incredible journey, the freedom of making art without rules, and her brand new album coming out on Cloud Recordings — a perfect home for an artist who has always lived in the clouds, creating her own universe one song at a time.
So sit back, open your mind, and enjoy our conversation with the endlessly fascinating Azalia Snail.
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You can find Bored Music Geek Radio and its wide array of programming here: https://live365.com/station/Bored-Music-Geek-Radio-a13080 You can find old episodes, like this one, of “Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts” (these will all eventually be re-aired on Bored Music Geek Radio in repackaged form) here: https://www.patreon.com/c/discograffiti/posts
Speaking of, Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts also has a Patreon!!! Wait! Come back! It’s not like that! Our show is free, and will remain that way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver level ($1 monthly) allows you to participate in our monthly giveaways. There will always be at least one giveaway per month, often there will be two or more per month, and each giveaway will include at least one piece of physical media (cd, cassette, or vinyl record.) There will be times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork, etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes, and various other production costs. https://www.patreon.com/dontbotherwearingseatbelts
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DBWS 2-21: Honey Puppy b/w Witch Cat Records
2026/06/11
DBWS 2-21: Honey Puppy b/w Witch Cat Records
This episode is a special two-fer. The first half is a discussion with Athens, GA upstart Honeypuppy about their "Dirty TV" release. Their previous work and "Dirty TV release on Cloud Recordings can be purchased here: https://honeypuppy.bandcamp.com
Then things transition to a talk with Johnny of Witch Cat Records about his very unique physical releases of both experimental ambient music and re-releases of Elephant 6 associated artists. You can find the large Witch Cat catalog on BandCamp here: https://witchcatrecords.bandcamp.com
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You can find Bored Music Geek Radio and its wide array of programming here: https://live365.com/station/Bored-Music-Geek-Radio-a13080 You can find old episodes, like this one, of “Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts” (these will all eventually be re-aired on Bored Music Geek Radio in repackaged form) here: https://www.patreon.com/c/discograffiti/posts
Speaking of, Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts also has a Patreon!!! Wait! Come back! It’s not like that! Our show is free, and will remain that way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver level ($1 monthly) allows you to participate in our monthly giveaways. There will always be at least one giveaway per month, often there will be two or more per month, and each giveaway will include at least one piece of physical media (cd, cassette, or vinyl record.) There will be times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork, etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes, and various other production costs. https://www.patreon.com/dontbotherwearingseatbelts
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Speaking of, Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts also has a Patreon!!! Wait! Come back! It’s not like that! Our show is free, and will remain that way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver level ($1 monthly) allows you to participate in our monthly giveaways. There will always be at least one giveaway per month, often there will be two or more per month, and each giveaway will include at least one piece of physical media (cd, cassette, or vinyl record.) There will be times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork, etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes, and various other production costs.
DBWS Episode 20: Of Montreal with Andy Gonzales
2026/05/28
DBWS Episode 20: Of Montreal with Andy Gonzales
In this episode of Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts, we sit down with former Of Montreal member Andy Gonzales to dive deep into Of Montreal’s beloved Elephant 6 classic, Coquelicot Asleep in the Poppies: A Variety of Whimsical Verse.
Andy takes us behind the scenes of the album’s creation, sharing incredible stories about recording the entire project on tape, the experimental spirit surrounding the sessions, and the bizarre, beautiful world of the album’s many invented characters. We talk about the record’s constant musical zig zags, its fearless creativity, and why Coquelicot remains one of the most adventurous and unique albums to come out of the Elephant 6 universe.
We also learn the hilarious story of how Andy first joined Of Montreal, along with reflections on the collaborative magic of that era and what made those recordings feel so alive and unpredictable.
If you love Elephant 6, psychedelic pop, strange storytelling, or hearing how truly inventive records get made, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Andy also dives into his band Marshmallow Coast, and being a former member of The Music Tapes.
You can find Bored Music Geek Radio and its wide array of programming here:
https://live365.com/station/Bored-Music-Geek-Radio-a13080
Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts also has a Patreon!!! Wait! Come back! It’s not like that! Our show is free, and will remain that way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver level ($1 monthly) allows you to participate in our monthly giveaways. There will always be at least one giveaway per month, often there will be two or more per month, and each giveaway will include at least one piece of physical media (cd, cassette, or vinyl record.) There will be times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork, etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes, and various other production costs.
https://www.patreon.com/dontbotherwearingseatbelts
https://patreon.com/dontbotherwearingseatbelts?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&utm_content=copyLink
Speaking of, Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts also has a Patreon!!! Wait! Come back! It’s not like that! Our show is free, and will remain that way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver level ($1 monthly) allows you to participate in our monthly giveaways. There will always be at least one giveaway per month, often there will be two or more per month, and each giveaway will include at least one piece of physical media (cd, cassette, or vinyl record.) There will be times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork, etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes, and various other production costs.
You can find Bored Music Geek Radio and its wide array of programming here: https://live365.com/station/Bored-Music-Geek-Radio-a13080 You can find old episodes, like this one, of “Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts” (these will all eventually be re-aired on Bored Music Geek Radio in repackaged form) here: https://www.patreon.com/c/discograffiti/posts
Speaking of, Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts also has a Patreon!!! Wait! Come back! It’s not like that! Our show is free, and will remain that way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver level ($1 monthly) allows you to participate in our monthly giveaways. There will always be at least one giveaway per month, often there will be two or more per month, and each giveaway will include at least one piece of physical media (cd, cassette, or vinyl record.) There will be times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork, etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes, and various other production costs. https://www.patreon.com/dontbotherwearingseatbelts
https://patreon.com/dontbotherwearingseatbelts?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&utm_content=copyLink
Speaking of, Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts also has a Patreon!!! Wait! Come back! It’s not like that! Our show is free, and will remain that way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver level ($1 monthly) allows you to participate in our monthly giveaways. There will always be at least one giveaway per month, often there will be two or more per month, and each giveaway will include at least one piece of physical media (cd, cassette, or vinyl record.) There will be times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork, etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes, and various other production costs.
DBWS 2-19: Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts Dressy Bessy
2026/05/14
DBWS 2-19: Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts Dressy Bessy
Mathew and Rudy are back in this episode from our first season... now free from behind a paywall.. speaking with Dressy Bessy core members Tammy Ealon and John Hill about their new 1999 “Pink Hearts, Yellow Moons”.
But this ain’t no nostalgia show! In addition to discussing their debut full-length release, we get into their long history up to present day with all the many changes within the music industry. You can follow Dressy Bessy online at any of these places: http://www.dressybessy.com http://www.facebook.com/dressybessy/ http://www.twitter.com/dressybessyband http://www.instagram.com/dressybessy https://www.youtube.com/@dressybessyofficial https://bsky.app/profile/dressybessy.bsky.social
https://patreon.com/dontbotherwearingseatbelts?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&utm_content=copyLink
Speaking of, Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts also has a Patreon!!! Wait! Come back! It’s not like that! Our show is free, and will remain that way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver level ($1 monthly) allows you to participate in our monthly giveaways. There will always be at least one giveaway per month, often there will be two or more per month, and each giveaway will include at least one piece of physical media (cd, cassette, or vinyl record.) There will be times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork, etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes, and various other production costs.
You can find Bored Music Geek Radio and its wide array of programming here: https://live365.com/station/Bored-Music-Geek-Radio-a13080 You can find old episodes, like this one, of “Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts” (these will all eventually be re-aired on Bored Music Geek Radio in repackaged form) here: https://www.patreon.com/c/discograffiti/posts
Speaking of, Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts also has a Patreon!!! Wait! Come back! It’s not like that! Our show is free, and will remain that way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver level ($1 monthly) allows you to participate in our monthly giveaways. There will always be at least one giveaway per month, often there will be two or more per month, and each giveaway will include at least one piece of physical media (cd, cassette, or vinyl record.) There will be times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork, etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes, and various other production costs. https://www.patreon.com/dontbotherwearingseatbelts
https://patreon.com/dontbotherwearingseatbelts?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&utm_content=copyLink
Speaking of, Don’t Bother Wearing Seatbelts also has a Patreon!!! Wait! Come back! It’s not like that! Our show is free, and will remain that way. However! Joining the Patreon, and pledging at the Reckless Driver level ($1 monthly) allows you to participate in our monthly giveaways. There will always be at least one giveaway per month, often there will be two or more per month, and each giveaway will include at least one piece of physical media (cd, cassette, or vinyl record.) There will be times that the winner can choose the format of the media that they receive, but as long as the album was pressed on vinyl there will always be that option available for the winner (we’re vinyl fanatics here at DBWS.) Sometimes it could be just the album in question, and other times there will be quite a few things included (t-shirts, stickers, artwork, etc..) We aren’t looking to turn a profit off of your donations, but they will definitely help us handle the shipping costs for the prizes, and various other production costs.
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Roxy Ottercakes 2025/11/21
Phenomenal!
Fantastic show anyone with ears and a heart for music can enjoy! Get into this podcast!
KLMH25 2025/11/21
So much information!
Love the enthusiasm of the hosts and always walk away excited to listen to an album, whether it was the topic of a episode or a side note. Hosts are s...
Biliunas 2025/09/20
Awesome!
Great podcast with amazing guests. If you want to know anything about the artists involved with Elephant 6 this is where you go.
sbiliunas14369 2025/09/19
Love elephant six
This show is pretty great and interesting! Love hearing every episode!
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