Episode 7 of Sonic Midlife kicks off with Jeff’s deep dive into the BFF Festival, where he caught performances from an incredible lineup including Home is Where, Pinback, Foxing, American Football, Fiddlehead, The Dismemberment Plan, Algernon Cadwallader, Cap’n Jazz, Braid, Jawbox, Built to Spill, Unwound, Mannequin Pussy and Sunny Day Real Estate. If you’re a fan of emo, post-hardcore, and indie rock, Jeff’s festival recap is a must-listen.

Next, Zach brings a massive week of new music releases, starting with Christopher Owens' track “I Want to Run Barefoot Through Your Hair,” followed by High Vis’ punk-influenced Guided Tour, Bon Iver’s ethereal SABLE, and Japanese Breakfast’s Sable. Zach’s picks span from indie rock to atmospheric soundscapes, offering something for every listener.

In the literary corner, Jeff discusses Caitlin Dickerson’s gripping article “Seventy Miles in the Darien Gap” from The Atlantic’s September 2024 issue, while Zach shares his thoughts on The Message by Ta-Nehisi Coates.

Jeff also tantalizes the taste buds with his review of a Hatch Green Chile Bacon Burger and Yukon Pizza.

In the 'Watching and Listening' segment, Jeff covers the Hell 99 music video, while Zach recommends the YouTube channel Books are Sick. This episode is packed with stellar music, compelling reads, and mouth-watering food suggestions.