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Fontaines D.C. has become one of my new favorite “discovered” bands. They formed in 2014, so they have been around for quite some time. Even so, I first heard 'Jackie Down the Line' by this Dublin-based band on Sirius XMU in the Spring of 2022. I was going through a tumultuous time and was heavily relying on music to get through – (a shameless SiriusXM plug coming up) – so I resubscribed to SiriusXM, as I love discovering those “newer” bands. It hits different than Spotify’s “weekly discovery.” The DJ was likely Jenny Elescu.
I have become very fond of the Skinty Fia album, which is the third for Fontaines. The entire album has a way of inducing an innocence-inspired nostalgia. For me, this album reminds me of my college years, as this would be something that would be on my rotation while studying or walking to class.
While 'Jackie Down the Line' may sound upbeat, the lyrics suggest the insecurities and potential hurt we can experience in a relationship.
'Roman Holiday'’s psychedelic rock-esque beat and lyrics have a way of reeling you in and making you stay for the entire ride. It reminds me strongly of Jim James or something that a modern-day Zeppelin would produce.
I sincerely hope that Fontaines D.C continues to move in a direction where they gain more exposure, as they are one of the good ones.
Check out the music videos to 'Jackie Down the Line' and 'Roman Holiday' below:
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