And your ears shall hear…

Fontaines D.C. writes bangers. Let’s get right to the point; these boys never miss. They are mood makers, not hit chasers. Crafting moods, building atmosphere, where every track feels like a cinematic punch to the chest.

Their latest track, “Before You I Just Forget?” That bassline alone deserves its own museum wing. Shoutout to Conor Deegan III (bass), the man who keeps the whole machine grounded and grooving. His bass work isn’t just a rhythm section—it’s a statement. It pulses like a second heartbeat through every track, laying down a low-end that feels equal parts menace and meditation.

That’s the thing about Fontaines D.C.—they’re not trying to impress. They’re trying to express. Always vibing, never pandering. They don’t chase trends or top 40 formulas. They reach for truth, for texture, for some raw nerve that hasn’t been touched in a while. And they find it.

What sets them apart is how original their sound is without ever being self-conscious. There’s no gimmick. Just five artists who know exactly who they are and trust their instincts. And sure, they do end up writing bangers—but it’s not the goal. It’s just the result of being uncompromisingly them.

Fontaines D.C. makes music that feels lived-in. There’s grit, poetry, and bite in every track. They give you points of reference, not blueprints—each song a kind of emotional landmark you can return to when you’re feeling something real and don’t quite have the words.

If you know, you know. If you don’t—start with “Starburster.” Play it loud. Feel that bassline in your bones, and the pulsating beats of drummer Tom Coll. And welcome to the ride, as Grian Chatten (vocals) takes each journey to new heights.

During an interview with the NME, their bassist Deego was asked about how the the bands latest b-side and newest single came to fruition. He replied: “That is a song that Curley [Conor Curley] (guitar) wrote and we finished off. I really like that song. It’s got a great bassline and a real sweetness to it in the vocals, but in a way that you’re kind of worried about the person singing it because it’s a bit manic. I would say that it’s well-considered.”