Hex Records
SPB: How do you typically find the bands you sign to the label?
Hex: There’s a secret cabal of labels that select bands through an ancient ritual and lots of blood… wait, I just gave too much away. Honestly though, it’s a mix of keeping up with what my friends and bands I’ve worked with in the past are up to, keeping an ear to the ground for new music, and careful consideration of what I’m realistically able to put time and money into.
John Garwood (Coming Down – guitar) SPB: What is your favorite record store – either locally or something you’ve discovered while traveling? Garwood: Needle Drop Records in Rochester, NY. I’m a little biased considering the owner, Russ Torregiano, is a long-time friend and brother in rock. I’ve been loitering around … Read more
Dylan (Colonial Wounds – bass/vocals) SPB: Is there a particular musician who inspired you to start playing your instrument? Dylan: Bass was the first instrument I learned to play and it was Hunter Burgan of AFI that inspired me the most at that point. The first song I tried to … Read more
Ray Gurz (WIPES – bass/vocals) SPB: How likely you to pick up a record based off its cover with no knowledge of the band or music? Gurz: I worked in are Double Decker Records for 8 years and during that time I became attracted to check out strange covers or … Read more
Chris (Paths 2 Glory) SPB: What is your favorite Bad Religion song? Chris: It's hard to just have one favorite Bad Religion song. I have a few but the one that will always be my favorite or go to answer is "You." I first heard that song while playing Tony … Read more
Luke Blanton (The Sleights) SPB: Do you have any vinyl that you own strictly for collector’s purposes and never listen to? Blanton: I have never really bought a record specifically to collect it but I have bought a few records that ended up falling under that category. I was in … Read more
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