Apres Pompeii is the Chicago-based solo-project of Zachary Weiss. You may recognize Zack from LWYL’s Album of the Year episodes because they’ve been a guest on each and every one (even a lost episode!)

In this conversation Zach and I go deep on the production of Paint, a vibrant pop-record that is set on a hot summer night of partying. We dive into the themes and influences for the record, including the artists that inspired specific moments in the track list. Its a great conversation.

We then, of course, get into the music that Zack has connected to and discovered throughout their life - which includes a fun discussion of Blake-favorite band, Jimmy Eat World.

Bands Mentioned (My new favorite part of doing this show):

Prince, Bjork, Kate Bush, Lady Gaga, Beyoncé, Laura Marling, Depeche Mode, A-Ha, Tears for Fears, The Police, Talk Talk, Panic! At The Disco, Alvin Cobb Jr., Jennifer Femme, The Dangerous Summer, The Rocket Summer, Death Cab For Cutie, Bruce Springsteen, PJ Harvey, Jimmy Eat World, Paula Cole, Amaarae, Joanna Newsom.