

746. - The Horrors
5 snips Jan 24, 2025
Faris Badwan, the charismatic lead singer of The Horrors, shares insights from his eclectic music career and their upcoming album, 'Night Life.' He dives into the quirks of fashion, discussing everything from 80's goth culture to tactical vests. The conversation shifts to the world of cryptocurrencies, revealing his early Bitcoin experience, and extends to the charm of video game testing. Faris also fondly recalls the band's adventures in Japan and his love for football, all sprinkled with humor and candid reflections on artistic evolution.
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Tactical Vest Surprise
- Faris arrived at the podcast wearing a tactical vest.
- He surprised the hosts by pulling a book out of a vest pocket.
Bitcoin Misfortune
- Faris bought Bitcoin at £50 each through Silk Road.
- He got hacked three times due to insecure storage and lost his investment.
Palestinian Musicians
- Faris is one of the few Palestinian musicians in his genre.
- His brother is the only other Palestinian musician he can name.