Darron Hemann (DC-Jam Records)
What are your top five albums that were released in 2022? (In order 1-5)
- Ultrabomb
- Meat Puppets - Live Manchester
- 16 Hi-Fi Hits vinyl compilation
- Jack Swagger
What band did you discover in 2022 (can be a brand new band or an older band) that had an impact on your life? How so?
Ultrabomb (featuring members of Hüsker Dü, UK Subs, and The Mahones). Ridiculously talented lined up who will be taking their show on the road in 2023.
How will you remember 2022? (In terms of music)
A nice recovery from Covid. Finally bouncing back and live music is a thing again.
What can we look forward to from you in 2023?
A new record by JFA, and something new from T.S.O.L.
What records are you looking forward to most in 2023?
I wish I was at liberty to say right now because I’m chomping at the bit to do so, but until contracts are finalized I cannot say. Nevertheless, it will be a very good release.
Live shows are still a mixed bag as we adapt to social gatherings in a COVID world. What is something positive you see about touring right now? Anything you’d like to see change?
Touring is back and most of our artists are on the road again. It’s crucial for bands to tour now because music profits aren’t what they used to be. The band survives when they hit the road. Hopefully everyone will go see a live show this year.
