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Sombrero Fallout

Ian Deeker Forth
Alternative Music
Music
Melbourne
Horses
Transgender Artists
The Fall
Australia
Carolinas
Brighton
England
Joy Division
Black Country New Road
Phone Calls
Water
Malmo
Copenhagen
American Civil War
James Corden
Sparkle Horse
Guided By Voices

Sombrero Fallout delivers you alternative music intriguingly themed every fortnight.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes217Founded9 years ago
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An episode devoted to all things garden-related - flowers, plants, grass and so on

An alternative selection of tracks featuring gardens, grass, plants and flowers

SF0215 "It was 20 years ago today" 2006 Revisited by Ian Deeker Forth

The second of our two-part series on Manchester, this one covering the "post post-punk era"

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Recent Guests

Dave Kelly
Guitarist, slide guitar expert, guest on the episode
Dave Kelly Band
Episode: SF0210 Slide Guitar Special with Dave Kelly
Ian Forth
Creator of the acclaimed podcast Sombrero Fallout
Sombrero Fallout
Episode: SF0180 Bonus Ep: Steve Pringle hosts Ian for Mix Tapes podcast
Luke Finley
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Episode: SF0179 The Transgender Episode
Steve Pringle
Author of 'You Must Get Them All,' a definitive chronicle of The Fall.
Episode: SF0167 - Steve Pringle Unleashed

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Ian Forth
Host of Sombrero Fallout, central to the show's voice and curation.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 87 ratings
  • The best music podcast out there

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Jaymoid
    5 months ago
  • Great Podcast

    Have enjoyed listening to this podcast for a number of years now. Great themed shows with mix of old and new tunes. Always a few new discoveries in there

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thrash45
    Irelanda year ago
  • Fantastic music recommendations and rambles

    I stumbled across Sombrero Fallout after listening to a glowing recommendation from Adam Buxton. I then loved working my way through the back catalogue of 150 episodes. Ian’s choices are great and I’ve come across a few missed gems from back in the day too. I now greatly look forward to my bimonthly alternative music rambles.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jpjp1980
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • A Real Gem

    What a find! (thank you Dr Buckles for the recommendation ). I’ve already insatiably consumed 3 episodes in one sitting. Stanley Brinks and The Wave Pictures were a great discovery. Thank you for the great songs.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DNix87
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Thanks

    Missing The Fall and having a bit of Mark E nostalgia and found this podcast. Really appreciate the coverage

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    samajax
    United States5 years ago

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#227
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SF0210 Slide Guitar Special with Dave Kelly
Q: What are your thoughts on lap steel and pedal steel in relation to blues and slide playing?
Dave discusses the differences between lap steel and pedal steel, noting how pedals allow bending notes and how lap steel can be challenging but rewarding; he also shares personal experiences with lap steel in various sessions and recordings.
SF0210 Slide Guitar Special with Dave Kelly
Q: Why did you choose Crossroad Blues by Robert Johnson for this set?
Dave explains that the track represents a foundational blues piece and illustrates the bottleneck slide technique; he also adds context about his own guitar setup and how Johnson's legend influenced his approach to slide guitar.

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A fortnightly show focused on alternative and indie music, blending curated track selections with intimate host storytelling and guest insights. Episodes cover deep-dives into genres or artists (from blues-inflected slide guitar to digital-age sounds), listener polls and community contributions, and personal anecdotes about gig experiences, memories, and the music scene. Unique strengths include a strong sense of music history, a witty, dry humor, and a collaborative vibe with patrons and listeners shaping the playlist through polls and shout-outs. This mix makes it appealing to listeners who love discovery, sentimentality for older tracks, and behind-the-scenes anecdotes from the music world. The show frequently features guest musicians or... more

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