Listeners can expect a mix of anecdotes, thoughtful commentary, and a bit of irreverence as Ian introduces you to music you never knew you adored!

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Sombrero Fallout in numbers…

No #1

in the UK, NZ & AU*

224 episodes

1486 artists

2827 songs

* Sombrero Fallout was the number one music podcast in the UK, New Zealand & Australia for 2 weeks in 2021

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Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ has turned out to be a runaway success at the box office. Now it’s…

Discussing music by:
Franz Ferdinand
Peach Pit
Big Thief
Bjork
The Buttertones
Deep tan
Automatic
Andrew Bird
Ibeyi
ROSALÍA
The Decemberists
Boards of Canada
The Oh Hellos
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Adam Buxton Avatar
been introduced to so many great bands Been listening to and really enjoying Sombrero Fallout … Ian guides you through artists you are up for in principle but don’t know everything about … been introduced to so many great bands thanks to Ian’s podcast.
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Adam Buxton
Actor and comedian
18 Apr 2021
Pete Scamper Avatar
There are not many music podcasts which are keepers, but Sombrero Fallout is definitely one for me. I haven't missed an episode since the Guardian boosted it way back. Ian hits the right balance of music and chat, as well as classics and new artists. His indie knowledge is comprehensive and his taste infallible.
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Pete Scamper 22 Apr 2025
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