On this episode of Lipps Service, part two of our special NYC music scene episode, Scott sits down with two members of the contemporary New York City music scene: frontman Jackson Hamm of Telescreens and frontman Sid Simons of Sid Simons & The Darlings. Scott first sits down with Jackson, who shares his insights on the state of NYC’s music landscape, discussing how it has evolved and the role of community among bands in the city. They also explore Jackson’s relationships with other bands and making money as an artist in today’s industry. Later in the episode, Scott interviews Sid of Sid Simons & The Darlings, who discusses his early influences and forming The Darlings. He also lists his favorite NYC bands and venues and talks about underrated bands. Go check out part one of our NYC music scene episode with artist manager Ryan Gentles, frontwoman Bec Lauder of Bec Lauder & The Noise, and frontman Zane Acord and guitarist Jack Bradley of The Thing. 

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CREDITS (Instagram handles) 

Host @ScottLipps 

Edited by @toastycakes 

Music by @Robby_hoff 

Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NY

Jackson Hamm of Telescreens

1:05:05 – Start

1:07:35 – Current NYC scene 

1:09:15 – Relationship with other bands

1:10:00 – Influences

1:10:55 – The scene’s popularity and Jackson’s favorite current bands

1:14:20 – Telescreens’ major label debut

1:16:00 – Making money as an artist

1:18:00 – Jackson’s favorite venues

1:19:40 – Favorite NYC records

1:20:30 – Upcoming tour 

Sid Simons of Sid Simons & The Darlings

1:22:57 – Start

1:26:00 – Early influences

1:27:20 – Relationship with other bands

1:28:17 – Formation of The Darlings 

1:29:36 – Current influences in the scene

1:31:50 – Upcoming projects

1:32:50 – Radiohead

1:34:25 – Underrated bands

1:35:00 – Sid’s favorite NYC band

1:36:10 – NYC venues

1:37:50 – Touring

1:40:00 – Record deal search