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Free Form Freakout

Free Form Freakout
Experimental Music
Underground Music
Crash Symbols
Noise Rock
Vinyl Records
KMSU Studios
Experimental Sounds
My Enemies Are Mine To Keep
Pop Music
Get Off the Coast
Decoder Magazine
Cds
Bandcamp
Morgantown
Psychedelic Music
Reds, Pinks and Purples
Amoeba Music
Cassette Releases
Bay Area Music Scene
Paisley Shirt Records

Free Form Freakout is a weekly radio show that plays a broad mix of popular and obscure music and produces bi-monthly podcasts focused on underground and experimental music.

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Playlist and other information available at: www.freeformfreakout.com/fffoxy-podcast-276/

*Playlist and other information available at: www.freeformfreakout.com/fffoxy-podcast-275-12xu-feature/ **This episode includes an interview with Gerard Cosloy of 12XU and Matador Records**

Playlist and other information available at: www.freeformfreakout.com/fffoxy-podcast-274/

Playlist and other information available at: www.freeformfreakout.com/fffoxy-podcast-273/

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Recent Guests

Gerard Cosloy
Founder/owner of 12XU label
12XU
Episode: FFFoxy Podcast #275: 12XU feature
Matt Reitz
Founder of Tern & Crow and former member of Falcon Arrow
Tern & Crow
Episode: FFFoxy Podcast #263: Tern & Crow feature
Glenn Donaldson
Musician and member of the band Reds, Pinks and Purples
Episode: FFFoxy Podcast #253 with Glenn Donaldson of The Reds, Pinks & Purples
Sam Richardson
Founder of Feel It Records, involved in the underground music scene as a record label operator and musician.
Feel It Records
Episode: FFFoxy Podcast #251: Feel It Records feature
Jim Strong
Visual artist and sound artist known for his unconventional sound-making techniques.
Horn of Plenty record label
Episode: FFFoxy Podcast #250
Chris Berry
Music enthusiast and label operator of Soft Abuse and Fruits and Flowers
Soft Abuse / Fruits and Flowers
Episode: FFFoxy Podcast #247 with in-studio guest Chris Berry of Soft Abuse / Fruits & Flowers
Jimmy Joe Roche
An interdisciplinary artist involved in video, sculpture, performance, and sound art, and the founder of Ultraviolet Light.
Ultraviolet Light
Episode: FFFoxy Podcast #244: Ultraviolet Light feature

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David
Host of Free Form Freakout; appears across many episodes discussing music, labels, and scene culture.
Foxy
Lead host with a focus on curated underground selections and discourse on experimental music.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • Top notch sound exploration

    Two-hour playlists of exquisitely selected deep-deep-underground tracks, every other week--incredible. The host has a remarkably expansive and refined palette, and curates knockout mixes of everything from jangly alt-rock to cavernous ambient to far-out sound art. For adventurous listeners, it's hard to imagine something better than this. The show's website also hosts great content from a regular rotation of equally keen contributors.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    micahwinters_
    United States4 years ago
  • Midwest love

    This show is beautiful and weird in a beautifully midwestern American way: I love it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tr1pm4ker
    United States8 years ago
  • The Mind is Vast and Music is the answer

    This leaves you with a pile of new artists to explore and creates mushroom clouds of new ideas for your mind to welcome, excavate and navigate.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    irwiniantheory
    United States8 years ago
  • FFFan

    Great podcast. Thanks for taking the time to make this show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Automatic07
    United States10 years ago

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Fans praise the depth of dives into independent labels and DIY scenes.
Commenters note the show's unique mix of new discoveries and archival picks, with a sense of community around the music.
Listeners highlight the show's adventurous, boundary-pushing music and strong curation.

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FFFoxy Podcast #275: 12XU feature
Q: What's the rationale behind the Casual Victim Pile compilations and their role in the Austin scene, and how did they influence later projects?
The compilations served as a snapshot of a vibrant, evolving scene and acted as a catalyst for broader involvement with artists and stores; despite mixed commercial reception, they created lasting value as historical documents and helped re-engage audiences with the label's identity.
FFFoxy Podcast #275: 12XU feature
Q: How did your involvement with Matador relate to the early days of 12XU, and why did you steer releases onto 12XU rather than Matador for certain artists?
Cosloy explains that collaboration and timing shaped the split—some artists and records were better suited to 12XU's independent footprint, while others could be managed through Matador's greater resources; over time, relationships and opportunities led to strategic decisions that sometimes redirected releases between the labels.
FFFoxy Podcast #263: Tern & Crow feature
Q: Can you describe the recent Tern & Crow Fest?
Matt recounts the fest as a celebration of the label's milestone, featuring performances, community engagement, and bittersweet farewells to bands.
FFFoxy Podcast #263: Tern & Crow feature
Q: What were some of the factors that made you want to start up Tern & Crow?
Matt explains his passion for physical media and wanting to help artists release their music in a tangible format.
FFFoxy Podcast #241: Sweet Wreath feature
Q: How do you balance collaborative work with your own artistic pursuits?
Collaboration drives my artistic practice; it's crucial for community and creativity, offering a supportive framework for new ideas and projects.

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What is Free Form Freakout about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show spotlights underground and experimental music through densely curated mixes, deep-dive discussions, and tributes to influential figures. Episodes blend new releases with archival picks, feature conversations with makers and labels, and often center on community-driven scenes, DIY labels, and live performances. Listeners can expect thoughtful commentary, a wide sonic palette, and a strong emphasis on independent artists and physical media, making it appealing to fans of adventurous, boundary-pushing music and the culture surrounding it.

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1. Gerard Cosloy
2. Matt Reitz
3. Glenn Donaldson
4. Sam Richardson
5. Jim Strong
6. Chris Berry
7. Jimmy Joe Roche

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