Completely Conspicuous

This week, it's my conversation with Bryan Hamill about how music discovery has evolved over the years. Show notes: - Recorded at a noisy pub in Cambridge, Mass. - Check out Bryan's blog The Ash Gray Proclamation - Pre-gaming prior to Swervedriver show - Bryan used to find out about music from radio (WBCN, WFNX) and magazines - The inevitable teenage metal phase - Older brother introduced him to bands like the Neighborhoods and the Replacements - Record reviews and tips from friends were important - Boston rock scene was pivotal, then and now - Worked in radio for several years - Started blog 9 years ago to champion indie rock scene - Scours Soundcloud, Twitter, Spotify for new music - Major labels are less important now - Nobody plays indie rock on radio other than college stations - Bands make money through playing shows and selling merch - Records sales are no longer a factor - Tips from publicists and bands - Bands don't have to compromise because chances of success are sligh