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SemaFORECAST

Hosted by Semaphore · music · EN-US

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Welcome to the SemaFORECAST! Semaphore Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/semaphoremusic/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@semaphoremusic Bandcamp: https://semaphoretheband.bandcamp.com/ Season 2: Siddhu embarks on a journey to discover and connect with fellow shoegaze musicians (post/proto/etc) around the world! In Season 1: Siddhu, Emmett, Niko, and Jay of the Brooklyn-based post-shoegaze band Semaphore discuss some of their favorite bands, albums, and music trends while connecting current releases to their knowledge of music history and theory. ~hilarity ensues~

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Guest openness

Selective

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Questions about SemaFORECAST

What is SemaFORECAST about?

Welcome to the SemaFORECAST! Semaphore Links: Instagram: TikTok: Bandcamp: Season 2: Siddhu embarks on a journey to discover and connect with fellow shoegaze musicians (post/proto/etc) around the world!

Who hosts SemaFORECAST?

SemaFORECAST is hosted by Semaphore. The show has published 42 episodes to date.

What has SemaFORECAST covered recently?

Recent episodes include "S2: E33 Interview with BLACK MARKET PLAYLIST (Thomas and Franka)" (13 February 2026, 39 minutes), "S2: E32 Interview with DYAMI BRYANT (Collective Effort)" (6 February 2026, 40 minutes), and "S2: E30 Interview with ADAM ELARA (Sikeen)" (30 January 2026, 36 minutes).

How often does SemaFORECAST publish?

SemaFORECAST publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 43 minutes across 42 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on SemaFORECAST?

Booking probability for SemaFORECAST is 21%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. SemaFORECAST requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. SemaFORECAST's contact route on record: public web form.

Who should pitch SemaFORECAST?

The strongest fits for SemaFORECAST are Artists, Writers & Performers. SemaFORECAST has a music audience.

About the host

Semaphore hosts SemaFORECAST, a music podcast with 42 episodes published.

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  • SemaFORECAST

    S2: E33 Interview with BLACK MARKET PLAYLIST (Thomas and Franka)

    Feb 13, 202639 min

    We discuss: How Thomas discovers new music What draws Thomas to shoegaze Which subreddits he finds the most success in posting What made you decide to become a member of right chord music His prior life managing bands...

  • Episode #32

    S2: E32 Interview with DYAMI BRYANT (Collective Effort)

    Feb 6, 202640 minS2

    We Discuss: How booking shows has changed since the 90s Dyami’s favorite closed venus importance of flyering/ show posters Booking at the Hard Rock Cafe in Times Square Collective Effort Fest Collective Effort CE's...

  • SemaFORECAST

    S2: E30 Interview with ADAM ELARA (Sikeen)

    Jan 30, 202636 min

    We Discuss: Palestinian Dabke Sneaking CDs into Saudi Arabia Singing Arabic with a Tom Delonge accent Learning a chapter of the Quran to get a guitar from his uncle Toyota commercials The Crow and Yu Yu Hakusho Adam...

  • SemaFORECAST

    S2: E29 Interview with ASHBRINGER (Nick Stanger, Jackson Catton)

    Jan 23, 202631 min

    We Discuss: The lessening of the purity of Black Metal The progression of Ashbringer’s sound what color do you most directly connect with the aesthetics of the band? How do you get better at mixing and mastering over...

  • Episode #28

    S2: E28 Interview with DECLAW (Graham, Jovani, Nate)

    Jan 16, 202646 minS2

    We discuss: Is Alkaline Trio the best power trio? Are drummers the wild cards of the band Future Breed concert pics Do**ing Nate’s old landlord Cat Fights The meaning of their song names Declaw: Instagram...

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  • Episode #26

    S2: E27 Interview with PLASTIC (George, Wylie, Nigel, Sam, Mariah)

    Jan 9, 202644 minS2

    We Discuss: the use of tape manipulation in a band setting improvisation and french horns, and Sun 0))) Logos Modularity of design a setlist Visual art that inspires the band Plastic: Instagram...

  • SemaFORECAST

    S2: E26 Interview with LUKE IVANOVICH (Photographer: @czukphoto)

    Dec 12, 202531 min

    We Discuss: The magic of polaroid The photography of Ray Johnson and Fluxus Art Indigo Children Extended photography techniques Luke’s lineage of photography Taking photos of Chernobyl The New Brunswick Basement scene...

  • Episode #25

    S2: E25 Interview with STREGA NONA (Anthony-Tiguar, Julia, Jordan, Nick)

    Dec 7, 202541 minS2

    We Discuss: Is it easier to write a sub 4-minute long or 10+ min What magic food would they have in their cauldron Designing book covers Which super hero is each member We play an improv game Strega Nona: Instagram...

  • SemaFORECAST

    S2: E24 Interview with CHRIS ENRIQUEZ (New Noise Magazine, Light Tower, Spotlights, Orange 9mm)

    Nov 28, 202545 min

    We Discuss: Long Island Hardcore The bands that Chris has opened for PBR being the beer for indie rockers The Crow soundtrack and being a POC in alt-rock music The NYC/London connection Taking part in the Mentorship...

  • SemaFORECAST

    S2: E23 Interview with War Machine (Xavier, Lex, Brendan)

    Nov 20, 202543 min

    We Discuss: Opening for TAGABOW Favorite alternate tunings The max number of boyfriends one is allowed what they miss about being 13 Warmachine: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealwarmachine/?hl=en Bandcamp...

  • Episode #22

    S2: E22 Interview with JORDYN BLAKELY (Smile Machine, Maneka, Stove)

    Nov 13, 202535 minS2

    We Discuss: Every band Jordyn's been in The Exploding in Sound scene in Brooklyn Living in every major Northeast city The Powepuff Girls Yoshi's Story Smile Machine: Instagram...

  • Episode #21

    S2: E21 Interview with BOOK/SPIRIT (Pete, Garrett, Micah)

    Mar 21, 202539 minS2

    We Discuss: Having a first album as a live improv album The best new York bands Working with Colin Mohnacs The art of Yeji Moon Why Indie Sleeze is a dumb name Scranton, PA The concept of “big ghost energy” Bill...

  • Episode #20

    S2: E20 Interview with Aidan Page (Husbands, Candlepin Records)

    Mar 14, 202543 minS2

    We Discuss: Curating compilations Other labels he’s inspired by Open D tuning and The Tallest Man on Earth Baby Rat Studios (is where the heart is) The best Gene Hackman movies Husbands: Instagram...

  • Episode #19

    S2: E19 Interview with SALINE (Joe Sioufi)

    Mar 7, 202542 minS2

    We Discuss: The magic of Criagslist The LA Hardcore scene The influence of Mogwai The best spiderman Why we always root for the underdog Saline: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saline.band/ Bandcamp...

  • Episode #18

    S2: E18 Interview with Matthew Molnar (Kissing is a Crime, Friends, MCYC)

    Feb 28, 20251h 10mS2

    We discuss: The Art of Curation Being a Jersey kid going to shows in the 90s Why hardcore kids listen to shoegaze The best defunct Brooklyn venues The time when Urban Outfitters mattered The best part of Brooklyn to...

  • Episode #17

    S2: E17 Interview with FLATWAVES (Tara Sullivan, Allie Lannutti, Stephen Edwards, Greg Foran)

    Feb 21, 202556 minS2

    We discuss: Important Philly things (The non-debate of Wawa vs Sheetz, what even happens in ~western PA~, B&E in Centralia) The web of all the bands related to Flatwaves Working with Jeff Schroder The influence of...

  • Episode #16

    S2: E16 Interview with MINAXI (Shrenik, Liam, Steve, Thomas)

    Feb 14, 202549 minS2

    We discuss: The band’s songwriting process Connecting with other South Asian musicians How visual art influences songwriting Albums vs singles Minaxi: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/minaxitheband Website...

  • Episode #15

    S2: E15 Interview with STAY IN NOTHING (Axel and Dino)

    Feb 9, 202544 minS2

    We discuss: The growth of the band Setting up a DIY tour in the US vs England vs Europe Playing in a band with your family What colors they associate with the band What would be in the center of their snow globe Stay in...

  • Episode #14

    S2: E14 Interview with MAIN ERA (Willie, Gigi, Maeve, and Jack)

    Jan 31, 202544 minS2

    We Discuss: The benefits and pitfalls of live recordings Who the best hockey sacker is The best places to plunder VHSs Answer the important question of Denny’s vs Waffle House v iHop Main Era: Instagram...

  • Episode #13

    S2: E13 Interview with NATURAL VELVET (Corynne Ostermann and Spike Arreaga)

    Jan 24, 202547 minS2

    We discuss: The double edge sword of being a musician and a visual designer for your own project Starting your own imprint Working with J. Robbins The influence of data-moshing Favorite Sailor Moon characters Favorite...

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