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Each week, Chase Schweitzer and Parker Reed (Cityview, Consequence of Sound, iHeartRadio) sit down in the pink room to catch up, pet Juno, and review something new. Submit your music (or your favorite music – whatever you're listening to) at our website. Rad!

https://prettyfort.com]]>enMusicCopyright Pretty Forthttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/2dec5fc109c5399095997b6318026b44.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/show/pretty-fort-weeklyWed, 29 May 2024 22:11:58 +0000Pretty FortPretty Fortcontact@prettyfort.comAll Iowa Music. Made in Des Moines, baby. Each week, Chase Schweitzer and Parker Reed (Cityview, Consequence of Sound, iHeartRadio) sit down in the pink room to catch up, pet Juno, and review something new. Submit your music (or your favorite music...
Each week, Chase Schweitzer and Parker Reed (Cityview, Consequence of Sound, iHeartRadio) sit down in the pink room to catch up, pet Juno, and review something new. Submit your music (or your favorite music – whatever you're listening to) at our website. Rad!

https://prettyfort.com]]>trueepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/161-andrew-hoyt-album-release-show-with-andrew-hoyt--53989864
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53989864Thu, 25 May 2023 14:00:02 +0000Pretty FortHoyt is here! For the first time on Pretty Fort Weekly, one of our previously featured artists joins us on the program. We chat about Hoyt's upcomng album, "Fine," and his corresponding album release show on June 2nd at Horizon Line. Cop a ticket...
]]>2263falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/160-kyler-boss--53933524
Note: This was recorded a few months ago (obviously).]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53933524Fri, 19 May 2023 19:05:44 +0000Pretty FortKyler Boss is back with another epic confluence of classical, jazz, electronic, djent, and everything in between. Chase and PR discuss the latest collab project, "Omnitone," from the Des Moines-area composer. Rad! Note: This was recorded a few months...
Note: This was recorded a few months ago (obviously).]]>1467falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/159-goyf-bodiah--52833061https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52833061Fri, 24 Feb 2023 01:26:59 +0000Pretty FortThis week the boys get EXPERIMENTAL. Chase & PR discuss the split EP from electronic artists Goyf and Bodiah released via local tape imprint, Liminal Ennui. Rad!1123false5fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/158-bouquet--52688973https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52688973Fri, 10 Feb 2023 15:00:01 +0000Pretty FortThis episode devolves into chaos at the end and I just wanna apologize to the listeners. We're talkin' about "Curtain Call" by Bouquet. I'm sorry.1543false5fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/157-best-of-2022--52590972https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52590972Tue, 31 Jan 2023 16:30:01 +0000Pretty FortPR & Chase finally look back at 2022 and name their favorite songs, albums, and artists of the year. Thanks to all of the incredible artists, fans, and friends that make Iowa rad. Rad!4595false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/156-elizabeth-moen--52385360https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52385360Sun, 08 Jan 2023 19:53:10 +0000Pretty FortPR is back from the dead and it's finally time to discuss the 2022 LP, "Wherever You Aren't," from our soulternative lord and savior, Elizabeth Moen. There's a lot of sauce to get lost in so strap in and prepare for a long one.3045false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/155-penny-peach--52275138https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52275138Sat, 24 Dec 2022 20:05:08 +0000Pretty FortMerry Punkmas! The holiday season is here and the PF boys have finally gotten around to discussing the highly anticipated debut LP, “EGO PARTY,” from Iowa jazz punk queen Penny Peach. Festive!2275false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/154-halfloves--52132774https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52132774Thu, 08 Dec 2022 18:51:45 +0000Pretty FortThe moody boys are back! Chase and PR break down the first single, "Hospice," in over a year from Iowa City indie legends, Halfloves. Mellow!1232false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/153-the-autumn-inbox-episode--52037432https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52037432Thu, 01 Dec 2022 15:00:01 +0000Pretty FortSara Routh, Justin Jarrell, Ryan Bernard, ZD & the List, Superboss, and Rhys WZA round out the line up for our inaugural inbox episode! In order to keep up with submissions, we'll be doing one of these per season. Rad!2034false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/152-the-finesse--51866379https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51866379Fri, 11 Nov 2022 19:52:10 +0000Pretty FortWe're here to FUNK. PR & Chase discuss the debut single, "Rolling Stone," from Des Moines R&B/funk outfit, The Finesse. The flutes are poppin' and these boys aren't stoppin' – rad!1315false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/151-allegra-hernandez--51782283https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51782283Fri, 04 Nov 2022 14:00:02 +0000Pretty FortGet ready to S H R E D. The debut LP from Des Moines alternative singer/songwriter Allegra Hernandez is finally here! PR is ready to rock and Chase is overly caffeinated – what more could you want?2221false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/150-slipknot--51700065
DRINK ME!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51700065Thu, 27 Oct 2022 14:00:02 +0000Pretty Fort"The End... So Far." No introduction required. It’s Slipknot. Episode 150. Strap in. DRINK ME!
DRINK ME!]]>4783false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/149-kyle-james--51639323https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51639323Thu, 20 Oct 2022 23:47:37 +0000Pretty FortBack-to-back banger LPs??? Is it even possible??? PR & Chase discuss Iowa-native singer/songwriter Kyle James' new record, "Climbing," the alternative R&B follow-up to "Datum," his instrumental jazz record from earlier this year. Rad!1792false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/148-daizey--51494155https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51494155Fri, 07 Oct 2022 00:11:10 +0000Pretty FortOh baby, it’s another debut! PR & Chase are talkin' about the first release, "Demos," from Des Moines area alternative rock band, Daizey. Rad!1577false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/147-annie-kemble--51419485https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51419485Thu, 29 Sep 2022 17:44:12 +0000Pretty FortThe Queen is dead, Zelda has been announced, and yet the new track, "Cherries" from Iowa jazz/R&B singer/songwriter Annie Kemble is the biggest news of the day. Chase & PR struggle to stay awake on this extra sleepy edition of PRETTY FORT WEEKLY. If...1195false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/146-eleanorgrace--51349344https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51349344Thu, 22 Sep 2022 20:27:51 +0000Pretty FortAutumn is here! And so is the debut LP, "Dream About a Cowboy," from Des Moines singer/songwriter EleanorGrace. Yeet haw!1897false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/145-fair-fair--51301810https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51301810Sun, 18 Sep 2022 22:21:17 +0000Pretty FortThe boys celebrate the closing of another neurotic summer with one of the most emo releases of the year. That's right – it's time to talk about the debut EP from Iowa-based alt rockers, Fair, Fair. It's appropriately titled "Fair, Fair" and Chase is...1744false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/144-treesreach--51203338https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51203338Fri, 09 Sep 2022 18:47:52 +0000Pretty FortIt's time (and time). Our favorite Cedar Rapids sauce masters are back with a new EP, "Time and Time." Can the treesreach boys top last year's "Galaxies Away," the official PF "multi-track release of the year?" Can PR and Chase win a softball game?...1917false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/143-hot-kunch--51094228https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51094228Thu, 01 Sep 2022 14:00:02 +0000Pretty Fort[Audio should be fixed this time!] The Kunch is back and it's HOT! That's right, PR & Chase are chattin' about the new single, "Feelin Alright," from Des Moines alt rockers Hot Kunch. Spoiler alert: It's a ripper. Rad!929false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/142-elizabeth-moen--51057241https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51057241Sun, 28 Aug 2022 16:13:16 +0000Pretty FortHappy Moenday! (And apologies for the late upload!) PR & Chase have been holdin' out for as long as they can but it's finally time to address the latest tunes from Chicago-based (but Iowa-original) blues/pop singer/songwriter Elizabeth Moen! The song...1045false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/141-jarrett-purdy-dan-padley--50953799https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50953799Thu, 18 Aug 2022 19:33:13 +0000Pretty FortSit back, relax, and shrink yourself down to a microscopic level so you can skitter about on the forest floor – that's right, we're talking, "Ecotones," the latest ambient jazz record from pianist/synthman Jarrett Purdy & guitarist Dan Padley. If...2040false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/140-mr-softheart--50880785
And keep an eye out for our Hinterland 2022 coverage, dropping on the main feed soon! Thanks for all your love and support as we close out this summer strong – we appreciate the good vibes.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50880785Thu, 11 Aug 2022 14:00:02 +0000Pretty FortDon your leather jacket and hop on your TRON bike... it's time to visit the cyberpunk soundscape of Mr. Softheart. That's right, Chase and PR finally check out the debut single "Caravaggio" (and its b-side, "Flower of Tomorrow"). And keep an eye...
And keep an eye out for our Hinterland 2022 coverage, dropping on the main feed soon! Thanks for all your love and support as we close out this summer strong – we appreciate the good vibes.]]>1231false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/139-druids--50707044
This week, PR & Chase summon an orc army and charge into battle. That's right – it's time to talk "Shadow Work," the latest LP from Des Moines metal trio Druids. Rad!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50707044Mon, 25 Jul 2022 17:30:01 +0000Pretty FortLooking for our 80/35 2022 recap? Just search your podcast app for "Pretty Fort" to find our main feed with event coverage, single premieres, artist interviews, and more! This week, PR & Chase summon an orc army and charge into battle. That's right...
This week, PR & Chase summon an orc army and charge into battle. That's right – it's time to talk "Shadow Work," the latest LP from Des Moines metal trio Druids. Rad!]]>1847false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/138-ramona-and-the-sometimes--50421228https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50421228Thu, 30 Jun 2022 16:02:23 +0000Pretty FortPR & Chase listen to the most Des Moines record of the year so far. That's right – we're talkin' about the new LP, “Did I Miss It? Is It Over?” by art pop legends, Ramona & The Sometimes. We’ve also got an interview with Ramona and Derek Muse Lambert...1487false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/137-plumero--50237733https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50237733Fri, 17 Jun 2022 14:07:41 +0000Pretty FortIt's time for another debut! PR & Chase are checking out the brand new album from Des Moines based pop rockers Plumero, "Prune Juice." They've been playing together all over the metro for four years... but how do they come together on their first...1646false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/136-flylife--50154720https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50154720Fri, 10 Jun 2022 13:53:35 +0000Pretty FortThe epic double album, "A Different View," from Des Moines emcee FlyLife is here! PR & Chase dive into one of their most anticipated local hip hop projects of the year. Pods are what they’re worried ‘bout – let’s get it.1729false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/135-b-well--50044436https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50044436Thu, 02 Jun 2022 23:25:20 +0000Pretty FortAs preparation for this summer’s 80/35 Music Festival, PR & Chase are discussing one of their most anticipated local performers on the lineup: B.Well! That’s right, the boys are finally getting around to the spectacular hip-hop/R&B album, "Billy,"...1509false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/134-citizen-ft-clayton-ryan--49955556https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49955556Thu, 26 May 2022 15:48:53 +0000Pretty FortPR & Chase journey from one dystopian capitalist nightmare into another, more "cyber goth" dystopian capitalist nightmare – that's right, the boys are talking about the new single from Des Moines based synthwave duo, Citizen. It's called "Anything You...1319false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/133-the-envy-corps--49894468
(You can find "Born in Fog" on Bandcamp before it hits streaming services later this summer.)]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49894468Sun, 22 May 2022 14:42:07 +0000Pretty FortThree years and over one hundred episodes later... iconic Des Moines alt-rockers, The Envy Corps, finally follow up their comeback single, "Weather Baby," with a brand new album, "Born in Fog." PR & Chase drink some electrolyte-loaded sports hydration...
(You can find "Born in Fog" on Bandcamp before it hits streaming services later this summer.)]]>2840false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/132-basketball-divorce-court--49777834https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49777834Thu, 12 May 2022 20:09:57 +0000Pretty FortIt's been nearly one hundred episodes since Basketball Divorce Court last graced the feed – but the Iowa City/Minneapolis punk rock outfit is back and gnarlier than ever! That's right, Chase and PR discuss the band's latest singles, "RAWR XD" and...1369false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/131-gdp-2022-recap--49719026https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49719026Sun, 08 May 2022 23:31:53 +0000Pretty FortOh yeah, it's a crossover episode! Chase and PR discuss the recent GDP Music Festival. Go subscribe to the Pretty Fort feed for more event coverage, song premieres, interviews, and more!2497false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/130-hailey-whitters--49601927
On what may go down as the most chaotic episode of Pretty Fort Weekly, the boys discuss the new LP, "Raised," from Iowa native (Nashville-based) country singer/songwriter, Hailey Whitters. Chase completely snaps and PR tries to keep the show on the rails. Is he successful? I guess you oughta listen to find out.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49601927Sat, 30 Apr 2022 01:15:56 +0000Pretty Fort!!! MAJOR SALT WARNING !!! On what may go down as the most chaotic episode of Pretty Fort Weekly, the boys discuss the new LP, "Raised," from Iowa native (Nashville-based) country singer/songwriter, Hailey Whitters. Chase completely snaps and PR...
On what may go down as the most chaotic episode of Pretty Fort Weekly, the boys discuss the new LP, "Raised," from Iowa native (Nashville-based) country singer/songwriter, Hailey Whitters. Chase completely snaps and PR tries to keep the show on the rails. Is he successful? I guess you oughta listen to find out.]]>3687false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/129-wave-cage--49515693https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49515693Fri, 22 Apr 2022 13:08:03 +0000Pretty FortOne more day 'til GDP! PR & Chase check out the BRAND NEW single from Wave Cage, the Iowa-based electronic jazz band co-headlining the festival. That's right – we're talkin' "Bumpus" (featuring Elvis Phillips & Kyler Boss). Oh yeah!2022false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/128-allegra-hernandez--49430832https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49430832Thu, 14 Apr 2022 14:00:03 +0000Pretty FortGDP is just around the corner! To prep, PR & Chase are talkin' one of the festival's most anticipated acts, Allegra Hernandez, and their mathy, alty, shreddy, emo EP, "Pearl." Rad!1563false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/127-pictoria-vark--49361265https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49361265Fri, 08 Apr 2022 14:00:05 +0000Pretty FortThe boys are day and date, bay-bee! Go stream the brand new LP from singer/songwriter/bassist extraordinaire, Pictoria Vark! It's called "The Parts I Dread" and it rocks! Pictoria Vark will also be playing the 80/35 music festival downtown Des Moines...2413false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/126-lvvmaking--49284925https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49284925Fri, 01 Apr 2022 17:57:19 +0000Pretty FortOh hey... didn't see ya there! PR & Chase get caught off guard before diving into the fourth EP in a series of experimental, dancey, poppy, rocky, everything-y releases from Des Moines indie rockstars LVVMAKING. It's called, "Memory Metals IV." Rad!1402false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/125-abbie-sawyer--49178322https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-the-bolgers-during-a-time-in-need]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49178322Thu, 24 Mar 2022 14:00:02 +0000Pretty FortPR & Chase discuss the delightful debut single, "Love Is a Flood," from Des Moines singer/songwriter Abbie Sawyer. You can help support Abbie's family by donating via the link below: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-the-bolgers-during-a-time-in-needhttps://www.gofundme.com/f/help-the-bolgers-during-a-time-in-need]]>946false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/124-kyle-james--49099008https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49099008Thu, 17 Mar 2022 21:42:18 +0000Pretty FortThe boys are wandering out of their pop/rock/post-modern-noise-core comfort zone to review some... STRAIGHT-UP JAZZ. That's right, it's finally time to settle into the debut LP, "Datum," from 515 legend himself, Kyle James! Coooooooooooooooooool!2215false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/123-molly-brandt--49006640https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49006640Thu, 10 Mar 2022 17:00:02 +0000Pretty FortThe boys are tired... the world's on fire... but VIBE always remains. It's time to talk about the debut single, "Revenge," from country/blues singer/songwriter Molly Brandt! Absolutely radical!1499false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/122-the-paddlers--48941587https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48941587Thu, 03 Mar 2022 22:52:05 +0000Pretty FortSomehow we got the episode numbers mixed up but rest assured, this IS in fact episode 122 and we ARE in fact talking about the debut LP from Iowa alt-rockers, The Paddlers! It's called "Ocean and Space" and the boys are ready to take a "dive" right...1828false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/121-lily-detaeye--48852706https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48852706Thu, 24 Feb 2022 15:00:03 +0000Pretty FortIt's "The Return of the Queen" (4k Ultra HD Extended Edition). That's right, Lily DeTaeye is back with another gorgeous, vulnerable ballad and it's called "What We Do." But what do PR & Chase do? They make dumb puns like "Krilly Fillet" and ruminate...1292false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/120-ghostcat--48778633https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48778633Fri, 18 Feb 2022 01:42:54 +0000Pretty FortDid Chase and PR love Jackass Forever? Did Juno see a specter in the mailroom? Did this new single, "Lotus Queen," from Sioux City alt rockers, GhostCat, rip? All these questions and more will be answered on tonight's episode of PRETTY FORT WEEKLY.1247false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/119-run-wilson--48675999https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48675999Thu, 10 Feb 2022 17:39:35 +0000Pretty FortPR & Chase finally get around to the debut LP, "Hypna," from Des Moines indie/alternative outfit, Run Wilson. Packed with summery jams, this is just what the boys were looking for in the middle of a cold, cold Iowa winter. Frosty!2419false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/118-jordan-burgett--48566140https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48566140Thu, 03 Feb 2022 15:00:04 +0000Pretty FortPR & Chase don some shades (and throw some too) for this absolute bop from rapper/singer/songwriter Jordan Burgett. It's called "Yolanda" and the boys can't get enough of the summer vibes, despite the frigid weather. Rad!1328false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/117-maaaze--48439985https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48439985Thu, 27 Jan 2022 15:00:02 +0000Pretty FortIt's time for another debut! (...or is it?) This week, the boys are finally checking out "VOL. I" from eastern Iowa sludge rockers Maaaze. That's three a's – count 'em up!1456false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/116-juliano-dock--48338486https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48338486Thu, 20 Jan 2022 15:00:02 +0000Pretty FortCheck out our interview with today's featured artist, Des Moines rapper Juliano Dock! Just search "Pretty Fort" on your podcast app to find our newly rebranded "main" feed. Today we're talking "Alias," Dock's latest full-length LP. Rad!1728false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/115-elison--48282581https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48282581Thu, 13 Jan 2022 16:48:05 +0000Pretty FortIt's a brand new band for a brand new year. That's right, the boys are finally checking out the debut single, "Meet Me Halfway," from midwestern indie rockers Elison. It's sweet, it's twangy, it's everything PR needs to start throwing 'bows. Rad!1303false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/114-kyler-boss--48191730https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48191730Thu, 06 Jan 2022 16:32:45 +0000Pretty FortIt's 2022! You know what that means... Time to review something from 2021! The boys finally catch up on some of the latest tracks from classical/electronic composer Kyler Boss, specifically his massive, chaotic, djenty, jazzy arrangement, "Magnum Opus...1395false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/113-best-of-2021--48106167https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48106167Thu, 30 Dec 2021 15:00:02 +0000Pretty FortThe end of the year is here and the time has come to reflect on all of our favorite tunes from 2021. The boys sit down to rank their top five favorite songs and albums/EPs of the year (with some honorable mentions along the way). Rad! Thanks to all of...3141false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/112-davis-john-patton--48049583https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48049583Fri, 24 Dec 2021 17:57:19 +0000Pretty FortHappy holidaze from your favorite late-posting meme-heads, Chase and PR! This week, we're finally talking the new, mellow EP, "Songs from Davis," from Waukee native singer/songwriter Davis John Patton. Merry!1432false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/111-anthony-worden-the-illiterati--47937229https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47937229Thu, 16 Dec 2021 15:00:02 +0000Pretty FortThe time has come. PR & Chase have been steadily churning through the backlog of submissions and finally got around to discussing the latest LP from Iowa City singer/songwriter (and accompanying band) Anthony Worden & The Illiterati: "How Can We Lose...3303false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/110-slipknot--47855719https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47855719Thu, 09 Dec 2021 18:00:07 +0000Pretty FortSo PR & Chase were jamming out to some IPR (you know, like they usually do) when they stumbled across this interesting little indie band... apparently they were pretty big in the nu metal scene back in the day? Either way, they're called Slipknot and...3230false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/109-treesreach--47749060https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47749060Thu, 02 Dec 2021 15:00:02 +0000Pretty FortPR & Chase are back from holiday break and ready to break into an instant classic. That's right, it's finally time to talk "Galaxies Away," the 2020 EP from Cedar Rapids alt/jazz/everything band treesreach. Yes, that lowercase "t" is intentional.2158false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/108-hot-kunch--47526554https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47526554Thu, 18 Nov 2021 15:00:08 +0000Pretty FortIt's our kunch and we want it hot! That's right, PR & Chase are checking out the debut EP, "Puzzle Master" from Des Moines (formerly Ames) prog band Hot Kunch. Rad!1991false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/107-pictoria-vark--47428691https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47428691Thu, 11 Nov 2021 17:10:28 +0000Pretty FortChase is going through a "phase" and PR has some questions about Thanksgiving... but the boys sort it out and get down to business because Pictoria Vark is back with a new single ("I Can't Bike") and it SLAPS. Rad!1419false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/106-elizabeth-moen--47313475https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47313475Thu, 04 Nov 2021 15:01:40 +0000Pretty FortIs Heaven Just a Waiting Room? PR & Chase dive into the latest single from Iowa blues/folk/Americana singer/songwriter extraordinaire, Elizabeth Moen to find out! Rad.1130false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/105-seth-cloe-and-the-silver-liners--47192126https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47192126Thu, 28 Oct 2021 14:00:10 +0000Pretty FortWe've got a debut on our hands! PR & Chase sit down to talk "No Need to Say Goodbye," the first single from melodic alt rock trio, Seth Cloe and the Silver Liners. It's rockin', it's rollin', it's got the boys ready to crank that soulja boy...1568false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/104-good-morning-midnight--47089457https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47089457Thu, 21 Oct 2021 23:29:08 +0000Pretty FortThe boys are ready to dive back into the GCEU (Grandchamp Extended Universe) and discuss the latest LP, “Songs of Violence,” from Iowa City-based psychedlic/folk/emo/rock/indie/everything artist, Good Morning Midnight! It’s got luscious interludes,...2381false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/103-patrick-cunningham--46974066https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46974066Thu, 14 Oct 2021 14:00:12 +0000Pretty FortIt's a short, sleepy week here in at Pretty Fort HQ but the boys have the perfect ballad for just the occasion – it's the (second newest) single "Touchstone" from Iowa/Washington/California-based producer/singer/songwriter Patrick Cunningham featuring...1086false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/102-purple-frank--46866953https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46866953Thu, 07 Oct 2021 16:15:50 +0000Pretty FortPurple Frank is back with a new LP ("Grief, and Its Due") and the boys finally make time to talk about it! Tune in to find out whether or not Purple Frank's baby is just his baby or literally a baby... the boys are still split.1975false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/101-the-august-guns--46750191https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46750191Thu, 30 Sep 2021 14:00:12 +0000Pretty FortWelcome back to our regularly scheduled programming! The boys get back to business and discuss the new single, "Victories," from Iowa-based post hardcore band The August Guns. Vicious!1670false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/100-ill-way-with-jaydn-swailes--46646083https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46646083Thu, 23 Sep 2021 14:00:11 +0000Pretty FortHoly shit, we made it. To celebrate one hundred episodes of talking about other people's music, we decided to shine the harsh spotlight of semi-anonymous internet criticism back on ourselves... it's finally time to revisit PR & Chase's high school...8228false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/99-zap-tura--46501727https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46501727Thu, 16 Sep 2021 14:00:08 +0000Pretty FortCOSMIC VIBES INBOUND. PR & Chase are chatting about the new single, "Echospace," from the Des Moines-based experimental alt rock artist, Zap Tura. This one is a blistering, spacey creation that sends the boys through a portal and back to the time of...2030false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/98-riverview-music-festival--46435987https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46435987Thu, 09 Sep 2021 14:00:19 +0000Pretty FortRIVERVIEW WAS SO RAD. Chase catches up PR with all the highlights of his experience at the new hip hop festival on the north side. The boys are talkin' dragon bites, they're talkin' VanJess, Chase bullies an eight-year-old... it's a classic episode of...3600false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/97-forest-and-family--46336642https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46336642Thu, 02 Sep 2021 14:00:09 +0000Pretty FortIt's a debut! Chase & PR sit down to talk about the charming cigarette-folk record, "You Found a Match (and Other Stories)," from Forest and Family! Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhh yeah!2011false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/96-english--46242593https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46242593Thu, 26 Aug 2021 14:00:02 +0000Pretty FortOh baby, the boys are back and ready to riff out with the new single/video "Ouroboros" from Des Moines alt-rock/alt-country/alt-everything band ENGLISH. Rad!2417false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/95-jordan-mayland--46140097https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46140097Thu, 19 Aug 2021 14:00:04 +0000Pretty FortPR & Chase sit down to chat about a new track from an old fave! That's right, it's time to check out "The Plan" from Des Moines singer/songwriter/producer/lots-of-stuff-guy Jordan Mayland! Rad!1212false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/94-hinterland-2021-with-jorb-and-mikey--46063272
And there’s so much to talk about. Jorb (Josh Petefish) and Mikey (Michael Entin) return to the pod to recap the first live music festival the boys have been to since… GDP 2019? Holy smokes! We're talkin' music, we're talkin' corndogs, we're talkin' logistical mishaps – what else could ya want? It's the biggest PFW of the year! Let's get crackin! YEE HAW!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46063272Thu, 12 Aug 2021 14:00:02 +0000Pretty FortIT’S TIME. HINTERLAND IS BACK. And there’s so much to talk about. Jorb (Josh Petefish) and Mikey (Michael Entin) return to the pod to recap the first live music festival the boys have been to since… GDP 2019? Holy smokes! We're talkin' music, we're...
And there’s so much to talk about. Jorb (Josh Petefish) and Mikey (Michael Entin) return to the pod to recap the first live music festival the boys have been to since… GDP 2019? Holy smokes! We're talkin' music, we're talkin' corndogs, we're talkin' logistical mishaps – what else could ya want? It's the biggest PFW of the year! Let's get crackin! YEE HAW!]]>6205false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/93-highrise--45972104https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45972104Thu, 05 Aug 2021 14:00:11 +0000Pretty FortThe boys are vibin' out today with the latest EP, "Panacea," from ambient, piano, chill-hop artist Highrise. Mellow!1494false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/92-the-peaks--45879757https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45879757Thu, 29 Jul 2021 14:00:10 +0000Pretty FortThe boys are back with another gem from Bandcamp! This time it's the chill, sample-packed, electronic beat tape "Siphonophore 2" by The Peaks. Rad!1468false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/91-honey-swell--45789155https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45789155Thu, 22 Jul 2021 14:00:01 +0000Pretty FortPR & Chase strike some more emo gold! This week, the boys are talkin' about the new single (double?) "over n over" from Cedar Falls shoegaze-y rockers, Honey Swell. Rad!1623false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/90-clayton-ryan--45699848https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45699848Thu, 15 Jul 2021 14:00:14 +0000Pretty FortThe boys are back in town and checking out the new single/video/visualizer, "Animals," from country rock outfit, Clayton Ryan and the Singing Mountain. Rad!1365false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/89-lightning-round-pink-neighbor-halfloves-and-max-jury--45629321https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45629321Thu, 08 Jul 2021 19:28:50 +0000Pretty FortChasey brings the IPR energy and PR is back from Seattle. You know what that means – it's time for a L I G H T N I N G R O U N D ! We're spinning "Organic/Plastic" (the latest EP from Pink Neighbor), "Do U Follow Me?" (the new double-single from...1599false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/88-katie-sin--45400501https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45400501Thu, 01 Jul 2021 14:00:15 +0000Pretty FortThis week PR & Chase are finally catchin' up with Katie Sin and her new single, "Thankful Collector" which features b-side "Nice Day." Both boys get caught in their feels but close it out with some classic zucchini bits. Healthy!1257false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/87-riverview-lineup-reactions--45418914https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45418914Thu, 24 Jun 2021 14:00:02 +0000Pretty FortThe Riverview Music Festival lineup is here! PR & Chase break down the bill while getting hyped for EARTHGANG, Sudan Archives, and everything in between. Save the date for September 4th and grab your early bird tickets for Des Moines' newest...1592false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/86-mark-shippy-and-alex-cunningham--45331273https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45331273Thu, 17 Jun 2021 14:00:15 +0000Pretty FortWe're going borderline experimental with this one! Chase & PR are talkin' "Ghost Note," the improvisational collaboration of Mark Shippy and Alex Cunningham released by Iowa record label, Personal Archives. Rad!1719false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/85-bouquet--45207860https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45207860Thu, 10 Jun 2021 14:00:09 +0000Pretty FortThe boys are crankin' that Booth knob and spend way too long talkin' about pizza rolls for some reason. That's right, today's show is all about "Glisten," the debut single from Iowa alt/emo/shoegaze rockers Bouquet. Sparkly!1255false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/84-halfloves--45156999
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l_0dxnTWJoU]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45156999Thu, 03 Jun 2021 22:11:19 +0000Pretty FortIt's Halfloves szn for the boys – we're talkin' the recently re-released collection of b-sides "Otherloves" that just hit streaming services a couple weeks ago. And if that wasn't enough, you can literally watch us play some 2v2 against Jeff & Trev on...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l_0dxnTWJoU]]>2028false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/83-ben-rendall--45049943https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45049943Thu, 27 May 2021 14:00:04 +0000Pretty FortIt's a Cedar Falls episode, baby! PR & Chase are talkin' "Pointless," the new single/video from one of their favorite singer-songwriter-piano-boys, Ben Rendall. Heck yeah!1118false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/82-upsidedow-n-smileyface--44911163https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44911163Thu, 20 May 2021 14:00:18 +0000Pretty FortPR & Chase sit down to talk "Funky Magic," the debut EP from Iowa City funk rockers upsidedow.n.smileyface. Rad!1556false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/81-riverview-music-festival--44778749https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44778749Thu, 13 May 2021 14:00:13 +0000Pretty FortRED ALERT: 80/35 2021 IS CANCELLED. But fret not! DMMC board member, Diana Weishaar, calls in to talk PR & Chase down from the ledge, confirm that 80/35 2022 is FOR SURE happening, and chat about the recently announced Riverview Music Festival (set...1612false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/80-max-jury--44682938https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44682938Fri, 07 May 2021 15:48:44 +0000Pretty FortPR & Chase are back at it again, talkin' about the new single, "The Desperate Kingdom of Love," from Des Moines native singer/songwriter Max Jury. Rad!1390false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/79-glass-ox--44556938https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44556938Thu, 29 Apr 2021 14:36:58 +0000Pretty FortPR & Chase are stopping by the sludge festival to check out the debut EP, "Temptress," from Des Moines metal outfit Glass Ox. Grimey!1211false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/78-st-lenox--44428564https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44428564Thu, 22 Apr 2021 14:00:05 +0000Pretty FortPR & Chase are talkin' about the new indie/dance/gospel banger "Deliverance" from Iowa-native singer/songwriter, St. Lenox! But first the boys gotta rescue Juno from an inescapable crevice in the sofa.1423false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/77-caroline-stump--44336787https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44336787Thu, 15 Apr 2021 13:44:01 +0000Pretty FortPR & Chase are starting a softball team but first they're checkin' out the debut LP, "Navy," from singer/songwriter/former-high-school-acquaintance Caroline Stump! Let's hit some dingers!1903false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/76-stars-hollow--44247461https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44247461Thu, 08 Apr 2021 12:00:14 +0000Pretty FortMidwestern emo champs Stars Hollow are back with a new single and the boys are ready to get twinkle-y! "With Weight." is the first glimpse at the upcoming debut LP from r/emo's favorite sad boys. Rad!1035false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/75-penny-peach--44139015https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44139015Thu, 01 Apr 2021 14:00:03 +0000Pretty FortPunk is back on the menu boys! PR & Chase are talkin' "brain games," the debut EP by Iowa City singer/songwriter/rocker Penny Peach! Radical!1565false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/74-nalani-proctor--44020243https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44020243Thu, 25 Mar 2021 14:00:10 +0000Pretty FortPR & Chase have been flippin' through the latest Bandcamp new releases and stumbled upon Keokuk, IA singer/songwriter Nalani Proctor and her latest compilation "you were right, hold my hand." Rad!1507false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/73-hinterland-2021-lineup-announcement-reactions--43941086https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43941086Thu, 18 Mar 2021 14:00:08 +0000Pretty FortIS IT REALLY HAPPENING? FESTIVALS ARE BACK! Hinterland has dropped their official 2021 lineup, apparently sealing the deal for the St. Charles music festival that these goons are calling "Coachella of the Prairie." PR & Chase discuss the new safety...1613false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/72-hex-girls--43828321https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43828321Thu, 11 Mar 2021 15:00:11 +0000Pretty FortCedar Falls rough-and-tumble punk group Hex Girls are back at it again with another garage rocker called "Electric Eel" and the boys are ready to mosh.1399false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/71-elizabeth-moen--43721049https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43721049Thu, 04 Mar 2021 15:00:09 +0000Pretty FortPR & Chase are talkin' "Creature of Habit," last year's mellow, vibey, quarantine banger from Iowa's illustrious singer/songwriter/bluesy-guitarist Elizabeth Moen. What's your favorite chip? Do Pringles count?1763false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/70-plainer--43619191https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43619191Thu, 25 Feb 2021 15:00:11 +0000Pretty FortChase & PR flip through the Bandcamp crate of new releases to find the exciting debut EP "Via" from Iowa City grunge rockers Plainer. Rad!1444false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/69-the-vahnevants--43482666https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43482666Thu, 18 Feb 2021 15:00:12 +0000Pretty FortIt's the one y'all have been waitin' for, ain't it? On this Valentine's Day special episode (jk) of PFW, PR & Chase are talking about Des Moines lofi garage rockers The Vahnevants and their new single, "Stoned Together."1462false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/68-purple-frank--43368326https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43368326Thu, 11 Feb 2021 15:00:13 +0000Pretty FortPR & Chase dig through the insta deep cuts and come correct with the new single "In the Q" from Iowa City yeet-haw rocker Purple Frank! Rad!1501false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/67-joel-sires--43272362
You can preorder "Dog Years" (digital/vinyl) at https://seederrecords.bandcamp.com. Rad!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43272362Thu, 04 Feb 2021 15:00:07 +0000Pretty FortPR & Chase are talking about the inaugural (pun intended) release from Seeder Records – it's "Dog Years" by Joel Sires! This EP is the first solo release and follow-up to "Dream On" from the Twins frontman, who continues to sharpen his mellow, creaky,...
You can preorder "Dog Years" (digital/vinyl) at https://seederrecords.bandcamp.com. Rad!]]>1809false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/66-the-paddlers--43147011https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43147011Thu, 28 Jan 2021 15:32:09 +0000Pretty FortThis week PR & Chase are slipping back into their pop punk phases to talk "Peterson," the new EP from Iowa rock-n-roll outfit The Paddlers. Rad!2075false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/65-anthony-worden--43046387https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43046387Thu, 21 Jan 2021 16:27:38 +0000Pretty FortPR & Chase check out the new Beach Boys cover from Iowa City singer/songwriter Anthony Worden! We also catch up with his latest project "Voila," which dropped last year and, take it from us, this thing S L A P S.1379false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/64-best-of-2020--42934024- Hendy: “Emerald” and “Nothing New”
- Anthony Worden: “Voila”
- Jonny Dexter: “Junebug”
- Wave Cage: “Portrait”
- Trevor Sensor: “These Dark Days”
- Redcoat: “Cold Open”
- Ethridge: Netz “Pyramid Scheme”
- The Host Country: “Strike Gently”
- Twins: “Dream On”
- Lily DeTaeye: “Sensitive”
- End The WRLD: “Come on By”
- Elizabeth Moen: “Creature of Habit”
- Juliano Dock “Birds”

Rad!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42934024Thu, 14 Jan 2021 15:25:34 +0000Pretty FortThe year is over! By a couple weeks! PR & Chase reflect on their favorite Iowa releases including: - Hendy: “Emerald” and “Nothing New” - Anthony Worden: “Voila” - Jonny Dexter: “Junebug” - Wave Cage: “Portrait” - Trevor Sensor: “These Dark Days”...- Hendy: “Emerald” and “Nothing New”
- Anthony Worden: “Voila”
- Jonny Dexter: “Junebug”
- Wave Cage: “Portrait”
- Trevor Sensor: “These Dark Days”
- Redcoat: “Cold Open”
- Ethridge: Netz “Pyramid Scheme”
- The Host Country: “Strike Gently”
- Twins: “Dream On”
- Lily DeTaeye: “Sensitive”
- End The WRLD: “Come on By”
- Elizabeth Moen: “Creature of Habit”
- Juliano Dock “Birds”

Rad!]]>1705false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/63-end-the-wrld--42648459https://www.patreon.com/thesupplyhive]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42648459Thu, 24 Dec 2020 17:34:16 +0000Pretty FortPR stumbles upon one of his favorite tracks of 2020 and Chase is along for the ride, baby. Go support The Supply Hive, a non-profit that focuses on nourishing marginalized groups in the Des Moines area: https://www.patreon.com/thesupplyhivehttps://www.patreon.com/thesupplyhive]]>2007false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/62-wave-cage--42541319https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42541319Thu, 17 Dec 2020 20:00:55 +0000Pretty FortPR & Chase are talkin' about the debut single, "Portrait," from Iowa electronic/jazz collective Wave Cage. Keep on spinning.1789false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/61-vaudeville-mews-with-adam-callanan--42098652
This episode was recorded in late October – thanks for bearing with us on the slow turnaround!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42098652Sun, 22 Nov 2020 01:08:34 +0000Pretty FortAdam has journeyed from the parking lot to the Pink Room for an hour of mourning the loss of Vaudeville Mews, an iconic Des Moines venue. We swap our favorite memories and wax poetic about the creaky stairs, sticky floors, and unforgettable nights on...
This episode was recorded in late October – thanks for bearing with us on the slow turnaround!]]>3096false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/60-christopher-the-conquered--41292878
Thumbnail photography by Lucas Jensen (Instagram: @lucasleeland).]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41292878Sun, 04 Oct 2020 16:05:17 +0000Pretty FortWe're goin' back-to-back this week, baby! It's time to talk about "I Am Christopher," the follow-up to 2016's stellar "I'm Giving Up on Rock & Roll" from Des Moines (turned Denver) singer/songwriter/piano journeyman himself, Christopher the Conquered....
Thumbnail photography by Lucas Jensen (Instagram: @lucasleeland).]]>2606false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/59-gloom-balloon--41264220
Thumbnail photography by Lucas Jensen (Instagram: @lucasleeland).]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41264220Fri, 02 Oct 2020 17:28:10 +0000Pretty FortYo! It's a new look for the PF boys! We're talking about the long-anticipated LP3 from Des Moines indie rocker Gloom Balloon titled "So Bergman Uses Bach to Get His Point Across, I Feel Like I Have Chosen Rock but at What a Cost." Absolutely rad, man!...
Thumbnail photography by Lucas Jensen (Instagram: @lucasleeland).]]>3505false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/58-hendy--40978767https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40978767Fri, 18 Sep 2020 17:33:01 +0000Pretty FortHey! PR & Chase are catchin' up on the tunes they've been listening to plus the new single, "Emerald," from Des Moines metro singer/songwriter Hendy. Super dope, man!1818false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/57-ethridge-netz--40680427https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40680427Thu, 03 Sep 2020 18:01:45 +0000Pretty FortThe boys are back in town! Were they ever outta town? No! But now they're back and talkin' the new EP "In Isolation Sessions" from Rockwell City, IA country singer/songwriter Ethridge Netz! Rad!3007false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/56-lightning-round-hwh-gloom-balloon-christopher-the-conquered-and-eleanorgrace--40231761https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40231761Sun, 09 Aug 2020 17:23:25 +0000Pretty FortThe boys are tired but there's a whole lotta new music to talk about! We discuss the new demo tape EP hybrid "Soak the Master Sessions, Volume 1" from the familiar road trip rock crew, Holy White Hounds. Then we take a peek at two new music videos...2925false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/55-rip-80-35-2020--38459662https://api.spreaker.com/episode/38459662Fri, 10 Jul 2020 23:48:28 +0000Pretty FortThe boys are bummed out this week.3588false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/54-redcoat--32517455https://api.spreaker.com/episode/32517455Mon, 22 Jun 2020 21:45:45 +0000Pretty FortPR & Chase are talkin' the debut EP, "Cold Open," from Ames emo outfit, Redcoat. Radical!3205false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/53-twins--30443688
Today we're talking about the long awaited LP, "Dream On" from Iowa power-pop-band-turned-dusty-rustic-crooners Twins. Keep on spinning!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/30443688Fri, 12 Jun 2020 16:05:09 +0000Pretty Fort#BlackLivesMatter Today we're talking about the long awaited LP, "Dream On" from Iowa power-pop-band-turned-dusty-rustic-crooners Twins. Keep on spinning!
Today we're talking about the long awaited LP, "Dream On" from Iowa power-pop-band-turned-dusty-rustic-crooners Twins. Keep on spinning!]]>2799false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/52-the-host-country--28557736https://api.spreaker.com/episode/28557736Thu, 28 May 2020 17:45:04 +0000Pretty FortTHE BOYS ARE BACK! And today we're talking about the new LP from Des Moines roots rock outfit The Host Country.4179false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/51-clayton-ryan--24406810https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24406810Fri, 27 Mar 2020 02:16:19 +0000Pretty FortHey it's Chase. I wanna say sorry for posting this so late. I also wanna say thank you to all the Iowan musicians keeping their chins up and their grooves groovy through this tough time. Clayton Ryan's new record, "Free" is out tomorrow!1295false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/50-we-made-it-to-50--23999325https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23999325Wed, 18 Mar 2020 01:12:53 +0000Pretty FortWell the world is certainly a different place than the one PR and Chase recorded this laid-back episode in. But we've still got music and we've still got good vibes. Keep it wavy, thanks for sticking with us.2473false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/49-hex-girls--23616328https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23616328Sat, 07 Mar 2020 19:17:19 +0000Pretty FortAnd we're back! Chase is 75% through his emotional breakdown but the studio is so close to done that the boys had to break it in with a big one: Hex Girls! Their debut record "More of That" dropped in 2018 but as the band ramps up to play Hinterland...1558false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/48-ben-rendall--23157527https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23157527Tue, 25 Feb 2020 03:39:45 +0000Pretty FortBetter late than never! Chase has a new cat and Parker is stoked about our Hinterland interview (search Pretty Fort Interviews to find it!). The boys are chatting about the new single "In Your Twenties" by Waterloo singer/songwriter, Ben Rendall. Tight!1473false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/47-sad-boy-albums--22566448https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22566448Sun, 09 Feb 2020 00:35:41 +0000Pretty FortChase has a squeaky voice and Parker is here to commiserate. What records do you listen to when you're down? AJR?2395false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/46-lav-ish--22463951https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22463951Thu, 06 Feb 2020 03:06:41 +0000Pretty FortThis week (or last week, really!) the boys are talking about the new single "Big Splash" from Des Moines hip hop/R&B collective LAV.ISH – radical, dude!1863false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/45-elizabeth-moen--22054673https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22054673Sat, 25 Jan 2020 13:04:04 +0000Pretty FortSKIP to 7:00 if you want to avoid the Toy Story 4 spoilers we start talking about a few minutes into the podcast. This week we're talking about the KILLER Audiotree Live session from singer/songwriter Elizabeth Moen. Also, Chase somehow wills a...1356false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/44-jonny-dexter--21801276https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21801276Sat, 18 Jan 2020 02:25:48 +0000Pretty FortThe boys are back! Chase is moving and everything's been delayed but the boys are back! And they're talking the garage rock single "Party's Over" from Jonny Dexter.1829false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/43-best-of-2019-and-the-decade--20963324https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20963324Sun, 22 Dec 2019 02:27:04 +0000Pretty FortSee ya later, 2010s! Parker and Chase cover their top five local songs/albums/EPs of the year and the decade.6291false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/42-d-smith--20745832https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20745832Sat, 14 Dec 2019 17:32:10 +0000Pretty FortChase is medicated and Parker is rolling with it. This week the boys discuss the new single "Was You" from the Maytags frontman D. Smith!2595false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/41-gdp-music-festival-2019--20514602https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20514602Thu, 05 Dec 2019 22:57:00 +0000Pretty FortWe're back from our unannounced Thanksgiving break! This episode was recorded the Monday after Gross Domestic Product, a local music festival organized by the Des Moines Music Coalition. We go through all the dope acts we saw and discuss our thoughts,...2359false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/40-juliano-dock--20154310https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20154310Thu, 21 Nov 2019 13:50:03 +0000Pretty FortThis week Chase and Parker are sleepy but talking about the new single "Humble Beginnings" from Des Moines hip hop artist Juliano Dock. You can catch him live at GDP music festival on November 23!1261false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/39-christopher-the-conquered--20035710https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20035710Thu, 14 Nov 2019 22:16:40 +0000Pretty FortChase is an anarchist, Parker is already listening to Christmas music, and Christopher the Conquered has a new EP of delightful covers. Happy winter, Des Moines!1396false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/38-greg-wheeler-and-the-polygamist-mall-cops--19912121https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19912121Thu, 07 Nov 2019 20:16:07 +0000Pretty FortParker and Chase finally get around to the three-track-single "Room" from Des Moines punk outfit, Greg Wheeler and the Polygamist Mall Cops. The boys also discuss the likelihood of a sequel to the seminal sports film, Kicking and Screaming, starring...1114false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/37-soak-the-master--19795747https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19795747Fri, 01 Nov 2019 00:20:39 +0000Pretty FortThis week, PR & Chase discuss the brand new tracks from Brenton Dean (Holy White Hounds) and Chase also cuts out the fifteen minute segment about Jesus Is King.1803false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/36-lily-detaeye--19670260https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19670260Thu, 24 Oct 2019 15:33:32 +0000Pretty FortOur favorite Des Moines singer songwriter has finally dropped her debut record! Parker and Chase discuss Shrek, Little Italy, and most importantly "Bite Back," by Lily DeTaeye.2317false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/35-basketball-divorce-court--19559135https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19559135Thu, 17 Oct 2019 21:35:14 +0000Pretty FortIowa City post-punk band Basketball Divorce Court surprise dropped their EP an hour before PR & Chase were going to review their first single – so the boys switch gears and start moshing. Tight!1681false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/34-fall-concert-preview-2019--19449915https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19449915Thu, 10 Oct 2019 22:46:43 +0000Pretty FortThis week PR is running Chase through some of the most interesting picks on Pitchfork's "200 Best Albums of the Decade" list. The boys also discuss their most anticipated upcoming shows in the Des Moines/Ames area.1772false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/33-eleanorgrace--19344528https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19344528Thu, 03 Oct 2019 21:52:36 +0000Pretty FortThis week PR & Chase are talking about the DEBUT EP from Des Moines indie pop artist EleanorGrace! Radical, dude!2329false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/32-volcano-boys--19250408https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19250408Fri, 27 Sep 2019 01:37:14 +0000Pretty FortChase was lucky enough to snag a copy of the new Volcano Boys record "You Don't Love Me" for this week's episode of PFW! The two dudes in the loop with the Mews discuss.1476false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/31-goldblums--19156232https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19156232Thu, 19 Sep 2019 21:18:12 +0000Pretty FortPR & Chase are diving into the lofi slacker punk world of GOLDBLUMS and their latest single "Sunroom," off of their upcoming album, "BLUSH." We also get distracted and talk about cable television for a bit.2319false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/30-pink-neighbor--19083693https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19083693Thu, 12 Sep 2019 22:40:56 +0000Pretty FortIt's Pretty Fort Weekly: Civil War this week as PR & Chase go head-to-head over the debut full-length album from Grinnell pop band Pink Neighbor. But who is on which side? You'll have to listen to find out.1757false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/29-slipknot--19006342https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19006342Thu, 05 Sep 2019 12:30:13 +0000Pretty FortWe had to do it. This week, PR and Chase are talking about perhaps the biggest Iowa band of all time, Slipknot. Their new album "We Are Not Your Kind" is a banger for sure, but can Chase get over his apprehensions toward metal? And can Parker get over...2219false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/28-halfloves--18945372https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18945372Thu, 29 Aug 2019 15:58:15 +0000Pretty FortOn the day before it hits the digital shelves, Chase and Parker are discussing the second album from Iowa City alternative rock band, Halfloves, titled "Dazer." The boys have been waiting a long time for this one, let me tell ya!2795false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/27-schweitzer-2020--18894926https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18894926Fri, 23 Aug 2019 03:33:13 +0000Pretty FortParker and Chase are playing a show on 9/24! The boys catch up on all the sweet tunes they've been listening to over the month and Chase goes on a rant about Kanye West that ends up edited out of the podcast.2077false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/26-hinterland-2019-with-jorb-and-mikey--18846372https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18846372Sun, 18 Aug 2019 02:16:35 +0000Pretty FortChase is back from India and ready to hear how Hinterland 2019 went! Parker is joined by Josh Petefish and Michael Entin (of The Ringwalds) as the boys run through their experience of the St. Charles yee-haw festival.4145false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/25-nicholas-naioti--18747687https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18747687Thu, 08 Aug 2019 13:00:03 +0000Pretty FortThis week Chase is still in India, so the boys dive into the backlog and talk about the indie pop dream "I'm On Your Side" from Nicholas Naioti. Rad!1843false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/24-maids--18689315https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18689315Thu, 01 Aug 2019 12:30:19 +0000Pretty FortThe indie electronic duo is back and PR & Chase are grooving hard. This episode was pre-recorded because Chase is in India!1183false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/23-80-35-2019-part-two--18636100https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18636100Thu, 25 Jul 2019 11:23:50 +0000Pretty FortPR & Chase finish reviewing 80/35 2019! We talk about The Envy Corps, Portugal. The Man, and our predictions for the future of 80/35. We also make a ridiculous bet concerning a potential headliner.4335false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/22-80-35-2019-part-one--18581250https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18581250Thu, 18 Jul 2019 13:43:27 +0000Pretty FortIn the first part of this extra special PFW, PR and Chase discuss the new layout, #GateGate, and the lineup! Next week we're talking The Envy Corps, Portugal. The Man, and the future of 80/35!3679false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/21-keuning--18518638https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18518638Thu, 11 Jul 2019 12:30:07 +0000Pretty FortThis week PR & Chase are throwing it back to the synthy "Prismism," which debuted late last year as the first solo record from Killers guitarist (and Pella, Iowa native) Keuning! Dreamy!2149false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/20-the-maytags--18456452https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18456452Thu, 04 Jul 2019 12:30:06 +0000Pretty FortWe're revisiting Des Moines soul/jazz/pop band The Maytags to chat about their brand new LP, "Meriweather." Chase also spends a lot of time gushing over "Acid Rap."1908false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/19-moonlighting--18385389https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18385389Thu, 27 Jun 2019 12:30:12 +0000Pretty FortThis week the boys are back in town (they never left) and talking about the brand new EP, "Tell Me a Secret," from Iowa hard rock band, Moonlighting. Parker thinks Up is the best Pixar movie but Chase would probably argue for a Coco or Toy Story 3...1519false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/18-max-jury--18331917https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18331917Thu, 20 Jun 2019 21:44:46 +0000Pretty FortThis week PR & Chase are diving into "Modern World," the second LP from Des Moines native Max Jury. The boys are split on this one, but they can both agree that Banjo-Kazooie is a moderately cool addition to the Super Smash Brothers Ultimate roster...1695false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/17-the-maytags--18255879
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But in the meantime, the boys are chatting about the dope new single from Des Moines staple The Maytags, "Cities."]]>1568false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/16-summer-music-and-the-gov-ball-disaster--18190440https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18190440Fri, 07 Jun 2019 12:30:23 +0000Pretty FortChase and PR are talking summer music in the metro. We also get the full rundown of Chase's disastrous festival experience in New York City.4679false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/15-kayak-jones--18116763https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18116763Thu, 30 May 2019 12:30:12 +0000Pretty FortThis week PR & Chase are talking about the Dubuque pop punk powerhouse Kayak Jones and their debut album "You Swear It's Getting Better Every Day."2063false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/14-nick-booth--18050445https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18050445Thu, 23 May 2019 12:45:16 +0000Pretty FortThis week Parker and Chase talk about the debut solo EP from Iowa singer/songwriter Nick Booth entitled "Safer Here." Rad!2065false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/13-karen-meat--17942020https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17942020Thu, 16 May 2019 12:30:10 +0000Pretty FortChase is sleepy, Parker is sniffly, but we're still talking about the new single "I Made You a Card" by Karen Meat.3054false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/12-glitter-density--17876771https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17876771Fri, 10 May 2019 12:30:06 +0000Pretty FortThis week Chase and Parker are spinning the new EP from bombastic Des Moines rock duo Glitter Density, "Make Ya Dad Mad." Radical!3025false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/11-lily-detaeye--17811482https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17811482Thu, 02 May 2019 12:40:12 +0000Pretty FortThis week Parker and Chase are trying to remember the name of Dashboard Confessional, imitating Thor from Avengers: Infinity War, and discussing the latest single from Lily DeTaeye, "Hurt You."1766false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/10-pictoria-vark--17747571https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17747571Thu, 25 Apr 2019 22:24:35 +0000Pretty FortYou're in for a loopy one this week! PR and Chase are discussing the incredibly promising "Self-Titled" EP from indie singer/songwriter/bassist Pictoria Vark.2007false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/9-john-june-year--17708635https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17708635Mon, 22 Apr 2019 01:22:36 +0000Pretty FortChase is finally back from Germany! This week the boys catch up and chat about the first full-length record from John June Year. Danke!3429false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/8-foxholes--17603169https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17603169Thu, 11 Apr 2019 14:30:13 +0000Pretty FortThis week, PR and Chase sit down to chat about 2018's "Foxhole" from the Des Moines band... Foxholes! What song was their favorite? Was it the first track on the EP, "Foxhole?" You'll have to listen to find out!1729false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/7-the-envy-corps--17523478https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17523478Thu, 04 Apr 2019 05:30:05 +0000Pretty FortThis week PR and Chase are talking about storied Ames/Des Moines group The Envy Corps. They're back for the first time in seven years with a brand new single, "Weather Baby." As mentioned in the episode, Chase is leaving for Germany so the next couple...1497false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/6-80-35--17457097https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17457097Thu, 28 Mar 2019 12:30:09 +0000Pretty FortThe 80/35 2019 lineup is here! We run through our highlights, discuss some changes to the festival, and then share our top 10 80/35 moments from the past few years.3855false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/5-halfloves--17388495https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17388495Thu, 21 Mar 2019 12:35:04 +0000Pretty FortThis week, PR and Chase sit down to discuss a new single from Iowa City indie outfit Halfloves entitled "A Little Lie." Chase also opens up about his cat.1922false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/4-honeygold--17325493https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17325493Thu, 14 Mar 2019 23:25:26 +0000Pretty FortThis week PR and Chase are diving into the first full-length LP from Ames emo trio Honeygold, "i'll love you just the same." We also talk about the new HBO documentary "Leaving Neverland" and the impacts it will have on pop culture and the music...2503false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/3-christopher-the-conquered--17249158https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17249158Thu, 07 Mar 2019 03:14:39 +0000Pretty FortThis week we're talking about one of our favorite local musicians of all time. Christopher the Conquered returns with "The Day I Went Solo" and "Too Many Teardrops Away." Surprisingly, Parker and Chase disagree completely on these tracks, so the...2652false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2-the-fuss--17178469https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17178469Thu, 28 Feb 2019 04:30:35 +0000Pretty FortThis week we talk two new singles from Des Moines band The Fuss. We also talk The Grammys, Kacey Musgraves, and the recently announced Hinterland music festival lineup.3087false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/1-holy-white-hounds--16952030
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