J. Wang (Come Closer / Fast Crowd Records)
What are your top five albums that were released in 2023? (In order 1-5)
- Bully - Lucky For You
- The Mountain Goats - Jenny From Thebes
- Superchunk - Misfits and Mistakes
- Cowboys in the Campfire - Wronger
- Worriers - Trust Your Gut
What band did you discover in 2023 (can be a brand new band or an older band) that had an impact on your life? How so?
The '80s band The Hated from DC. I don’t know where the heck I’ve been!
Also, Cowboys in the Campfire. Tommy Stinson has always had an impact on my approach to music but listening to concepts and setting his own rules on how to play shows, record, etc., resonated so much with me and gave me some confidence that I’m doing something right for the love of what I do and nothing more.
How will you remember 2023 (in terms of music)?
2023 is going to be related to the self-release of the Come Closer LP We Died With Print. Most of my energy went into the production and release of this record.
What can we look forward to from you in 2024?
Live shows and more Come Closer releases. We owe it to people who have supported us.
What records are you looking forward to most in 2024?
Something unexpected that resonates with me. That is what I’m always looking for. Also really looking forward to hearing Laura Jane Grace’s new album.
With physical media sales seemingly less popular than ever, what are some the best ways that fans can help to support the musicians when they go to a live show?
Buy whatever merch they have as well as buy them a beer!
J. Wang – social media links
- Instagram: @come_closermusic
