Unlikely lineup to rock Bishop

In the midst of another low-key Bloomington summer, an unlikely lineup promises to bring the energy to the Bishop.

On Sunday, local bands Fluffer and the Broderick will open for the return of raunchy rapper Andy D.

However, when you mix a newcomer math-dance foursome like Fluffer, a folk-rock favorite like the Broderick and a veteran like Andy D, what can fans expect from the show?

Broderick lead singer Max Mullen said he’s not worried that the band’s styles contrast.

“It’s an interesting lineup,” Mullen said. “We’ve played with Andy D, and he puts on a hell of a show. We liked to have a lot of energy, and Fluffer is the same way.

“Though the styles are contrasting, I think it will be a nice contrast.”

Mullen said he believes this will be Andy D’s last performance in Bloomington, and potentially the region, before he leaves for LA.

“We’re excited because he has a lot of potential,” Mullen said.

In addition to this being Andy D’s potential last show in Bloomington, this is Fluffer’s first show at a venue.

The “up-beat rock band with a healthy dose of oddness,” according to lead singer Al Sigman, has played only a few shows around Bloomington, including the Jordan Parking Garage and one in the IMU bookstore display case. Now, the band will get a taste of the Bishop stage.

“It’s really exciting because the Bishop is an awesome venue,” Sigman said. “I’ve always wanted to play there because I go to a lot of shows there, and I think everyone feels the same.”

Mullen, Sigman and Fluffer drummer Patrick Apfelbeck all said that even though it is summertime, they’re not worried about attendance.

“There’s not a lot to do on a Sunday night in Bloomington,” Apfelbeck said. “It’s going to be a kickass Viking rap show. And even if there were only three people there, we wouldn’t care. We’ll play as long as anyone wants to hear us.”