The xx’s Oliver Sim on Horror and Having Graham Norton, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and Placebo as Childhood Heroes

<p><a href="https://consequence.net/artist/oliver-sim/" rel="nofollow">Oliver Sim</a> speaks with Kyle Meredith about his debut solo album, <a href="https://consequence.net/2022/09/oliver-sim-hideous-stream/" rel="nofollow"><em>Hideous Bastard</em>,</a> an LP that triumphs over fear and shame.</p><p><a href="https://consequence.net/artist/the-xx/" rel="nofollow">The xx</a> member discusses talking about living with HIV in the opening track, wearing several &#34;masks&#34; throughout the set, and literally wearing a monster mask in the accompanying short film. That leads Sim to talk about his love of horror, appreciation of Sara Michelle’s <em>Buffy the Vampire Slayer</em>, and having Graham Norton and Placebo as heroes while growing up.</p><p>We also hear about what it’s been like working outside of The xx and their plans for more music in the future.</p><p>Listen to Sim discuss <em>Hideous Bastard</em>, The xx, and more on the <a href="https://consequence.net/category/kyle-meredith-with/" rel="nofollow"><em>Kyle Meredith With…</em></a> podcast now, or watch the chat via <a href="https://consequence.net/2022/10/oliver-sim-hideous-bastard-the-xx-kyle-meredith/" rel="nofollow"><em>Consequence</em></a>. Remember to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and keep up to date with all our shows by following the <a href="https://consequence.net/category/consequence-podcast-network/" rel="nofollow">Consequence Podcast Network</a>.</p><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>