Dropped Among This Crowd

We're diving into this week in rock history and bit of modern buzz: celebrating birthdays, remembering legends like Bob Weir and David Bowie, and marking iconic albums and milestones from Led Zeppelin to Nirvana. Plus, some music news, updates from my Something On live stream, exciting RoughGauge website updates and more! The Copper Penny Project: https://www.instagram.com/thecopperpennyprojec...

DATC Media Presents: Something On - A new bi-weekly news show, live on Tuesdays on YouTube with the first episode airing this Tuesday, January 6 at 7pm Eastern hosted by Sara J! The show explores the latest music news through the lens of The Hip, creating space for tribute artists, adjacent acts and projects, creators, and fellow storytellers to join the conversation! Our first guest is Jeremy Hoy...

It’s the first episode of 2026, and Sara J is back in your feed with a holiday recap and reset energy heading into the new year. Sara also pulls back the curtain on what’s been cooking behind the scenes at DATC Media, including exciting updates on The Copper Penny Project and a preview of Something On — a brand-new bi-weekly live news show premiering January 6th at 7 PM on YouTube. The Copper Penn...

The Copper Penny Project, an immersive multi part mini series diving deep into the formative years of The Tragically Hip and the legend of The Copper Penny recording. Join me, Sara J, and my cast of super fans as we explore stories, music and history with those who were there. "Good Music Never Goes Out of Style." The Copper Penny Project coming soon. Follow on instagram: https://www.insta...

Sara J. is getting nostalgic with a look back at 2025! From a rundown of the captivating guests she’s welcomed to the show, to the launch of the RoughGauge featured artist series, the addition of two new photographers to the DATC Media team, and the company’s expansion to an international presence—this year has been full of milestones. She also reflects on a year-in-the-making event that turned ou...

"No one's gonna die, it's just art" This week, host Sara J welcomes Loveland, CO–based psychedelic indie rock band Satellite Pilot to the show. Joined by Cody (bass), Amy (guitar, synth), Sierra (keys, harp), and Alex (guitar, vocals) — with a shoutout to Jared on drums — the band sits down to talk all things Satellite Pilot as they gear up to release their first EP, 2 furreels 2 t...

The Sunday Evening Jam — your all-things-Tragically-Hip live hang — is back and now available right here in this feed! Hosted by Sara J from DATC Media, with special co-host Craig Rogers from Discovering Downie, this episode covers Craig’s recent shows with his band Gift Shop, community check-ins, updates, and a peek at what’s next for our live hangs. (Originally aired live on YouTube on November...

This week on the show, Sara J. is joined by Alex Moore of Satellite Pilot, a psychedelic indie-pop band based out of Loveland, CO. We dive into the Denver & Fort Collins music scene—what makes it special, why authenticity matters, and how even in a crowded landscape, there’s truly room for everyone. Naturally, we get into the heart of music community and the way sound connects people no matter...

It’s my turn in the hot seat! This week, I’m excited to share a rebroadcast of my guest appearance on At Home with Mark, hosted by Mark Hopkins. We dive into everything from my earliest musical roots to the work I do today, including: How my love of music began with the mix tapes my dad used to send me My mother’s work in the music industry, and how the two of them shaped the foundation for everyt...

After taking a week to recap the magic and madness of Hulaween 2025, Karl Engelmann returns to the show for part two — and we pick up right where we left off. Karl dives into life at his restaurant and bar, Epic Catering/Mel’s Place, including hosting the Cuddle Clouds album-release party on November 2nd. From there, the duo gets into the world of independent artists — releasing music across forma...

Photographer David Armas is back to chat about his sophomore year of covering Hulaween Music Festival for DATC Media. He walks us through the full four-day ride — the sets he was thrilled to catch, the acts that left him wanting more, and the surprises that hit along the way. David opens up about what it felt like to be more present in year two - and really embodying the "dropped among this cr...

This week on the show, Sara J sits down with the one and only Karl Engelmann! An in-depth, no-stone-unturned conversation — but would you expect anything less when Karl comes to hang? We dive into his new creative project, Cuddle Clouds, with drummer Ben Kilmer and their self-titled debut album. Karl walks us through the tracks, the creative process, and the hilarious visual that pops into his min...

In her first solo episode in a while, Sara J. takes the mic to share the whirlwind that was Rocktober — a month packed with music, milestones, and meaning. From an event that marked the culmination of a year’s hard work, to an impromptu adventure to the Away From Home Festival with her daughter, multiple border-crossing trips, finally seeing Steve Hackett live, and celebrating the exhibit opening...

“There’s always some genesis of it all.” Iconic music photographer Richard Beland is back for the conclusion of his conversation with Sara J, diving right into his latest and most ambitious project yet — Liss Gallery Presents: OUR IMMORTAL STARS Vol. 1, a six-week exhibition and photography book that captures decades of rock history. Richard walks Sara through the journey from the very beginning —...

“There could be world peace if everybody just went to rock concerts all the time.” This week on Dropped Among This Crowd, Sara J. welcomes world-renowned and iconic music photographer Richard Beland for a captivating two-part conversation that dives deep into music, memory, and the magic of live shows. In Part One, Richard takes us on a journey through his early years in a border town, where misch...

This week, we’re welcoming some feminine energy to the mic with special guest Leah Naomi Singman — a Michigan-based musician, mother, and longtime friend of Sara J’s. In this heartfelt and inspiring conversation, Leah opens up about navigating the male-dominated music industry, transforming life experiences into creative purpose, and what we hope our children learn by watching us chase our dreams....

This week on the show Sara J. is joined by musician and podcast host Mark Hopkins for a wide-ranging conversation that’s equal parts heartfelt, hilarious, and deeply human. They dive into everything — from the power of music and raw emotion to time itself, ghost stories from Salem, UFOs, and beyond. Mark shares how hearing Pearl Jam’s Ten for the first time changed the trajectory of his life, the...

Craig is back with the final three bands on his list — and this episode gets real. We dive deep into the raw power of music, the moments that stay with us forever, and the feeling of greatness it can bring. Craig opens up about an unforgettable experience, shares a documentary everyone should see, and reminds us why music hits the soul in ways nothing else can. So get comfy (and maybe grab the Kle...

She had no notes, guys!! Sara J. hands over the reins to returning guest Craig Rogers for a special two-part mini-series. Craig kicks things off talking a bit about the CanCon laws and what sparked this series. From there, we dive into the first four bands on the list — and trust us, this is just the beginning. More From This Week's Guest: Gift Shop: https://www.giftshophipband.ca Discovering...

Craig brings it all home in this can’t-miss part two starting with Gift Shop—the West Coast’s ultimate tribute to The Tragically Hip. Craig shares the story of how he joined the band, what it’s like stepping into the role of Paul Langlois (right down to the gear), He also reflects on the unique experience of playing in a country where Hip tribute bands are a dime a dozen. Craig talks about the wil...

The wait is over—Sara J finally sits down with Craig Rogers: co-host of Discovering Downie & guitarist for Gift Shop (West Coast’s ultimate tribute to The Tragically Hip) In typical DATC Pod fashion, this chat is so good it had to be split into two parts! In part one, Craig takes us through his musical journey (with his guitars as our guide)—from the influence of his father’s own musical caree...

In the final installment of Sara J's conversation with jazz saxophonist Dan Wallace, the focus shifts to his band, The 11th Hour, and their phenomenal cover of Tool's "Sober." Dan also shares his aspirations for a live album and the story of his friendship with musician Marc Shapiro, who was the catalyst for Dan's guest spot here on the show. Dan shares his experiences in the B...

This week marks a very special moment here at the podcast — it’s our 300th episode 🎉 AND I just celebrated my 41st birthday on August 4th! So I had to jump into your feed with a quick bonus episode to reflect, celebrate, and say a huge heartfelt thank you. In this mini milestone episode, I talk about: The wild journey from a tiny podcast to a full-blown media brand The growth and expansion of DAT...

🎷 In this captivating first installment of another epic two-parter, host Sara J. is joined by Baltimore-area jazz saxophonist Dan Wallace for a raw, real, and wide-ranging conversation—true to Dropped Among This Crowd form. Things leap off with Dan sharing the absolutely fascinating story of local legend Daryl Davis—a blues pianist who, through conversation and courage, convinced dozens of white...

In this mid-summer solo episode, host Sara J checks in with listeners after a transformative few months both personally and professionally. She shares updates on DATC Media Company, upcoming collaborations, and exciting projects in the works—plus a little behind-the-scenes from a recent cross-border adventure. Donate to DATC Media Company: https://datcmediacompany.com/support Give the gift of Patr...