Todd Fink is the lead singer of The Faint, a vital and important band that grew up alongside Bright Eyes in those early Saddle Creek years in Omaha. We talk about touring with Bright Eyes on the Digital Ash tour, life in Joshua Tree, the Desert Oracle, creative Saddle Creek bands, going electronic, masterful Mogis production, keeping imperfections, me having Covid, Todd’s parents didn’t love young-kid squealing Conor but Todd saw his talent, the Fevers & Mirrors radio interview and Pitchfork review, Conor's and Bright Eyes' writing and recording process, what’s next for The Faint, Recapitate Headwear, and Tim Kasher’s early encouragement. 

At 53:00, I’m joined by a few of the After the Deluge Patreon supporters to talk about this record and some select tracks. The voices you’ll hear are Reed, Per, Jon, Lyzi and myself. We dig into specific Digital Ash tracks, moments, and lyrics. 

Extra shit and a Bright Eyes zine! patreon.com/afterthedeluge

Todd Fink: instagram.com/toddthefink

Justin Cox: twitter.com/routinelayup