Dropped Among This Crowd

Greetings, fellow music enthusiasts! Welcome to the Dropped Among This Crowd Podcast! This is your space to explore the role of music in our lives, our love for it, and the sense of community that it creates. Each episode will feature a diverse selection of topics and insightful conversations with captivating guests. Hosted by DATC Media Company CEO Sara J.* Sponsorship opportunities available. Email: sara@datcmediacompany.com for more information *

Dropped Among This Crowd is a music podcast hosted by Sara Jachimiak, with 95 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Sara Jachimiak hosts Dropped Among This Crowd, a music show with 95 episodes published.

Our AI reads these to draft pitches. Use them as grounding for a pitch that cites a real guest and a specific topic.

• 

  Episode #324

  Phil Collins: The Hardest Working Man in the History of Music

  —23 min

  In this episode of Dropped Among This Crowd, Sara J. dives deep into the life and career of Phil Collins—from his formative years, to Genesis, to his groundbreaking solo work, and beyond. We explore the stories behind In the Air Tonight, his collaborations with legends like Eric Clapton, his commercial dominance alongside artists like Paul McCartney and Michael Jackson, and the unforgettable Live Aid performance that cemented his place in music history. Sara also shares personal memories of seeing Phil live as a kid, highlights his autobiography Not Dead Yet, and invites listeners to weigh in: which era of Phil Collins do you remember most—Genesis, solo hits, or even the Tarzan soundtrack? Join us for a deep dive into a career that has truly soundtracked our lives. Listen to the BBC Sounds Eras five-part podcast series with Phil Collins: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eras/id1703570820 Not Dead Yet: The Autobiography — Phil Collins https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Not+Dead+Yet+Phil+Collins+autobiography&tag=saraj08-20 I always encourage checking your local library first — borrow, explore, and support your community! For those who want to own a copy, I’ve included Amazon links to grab your favourites. Northern Wish - A Canadian's Perspective on Music: https://www.northernwish.com/category/genesis/ Follow DATC Media: https://datcmediacompany.com https://www.facebook.com/datcmedia https://www.instagram.com/datcmediacompany/ Follow Dropped Among This Crowd Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/droppedamongthiscrowdpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/droppedamongthiscrowd/ Email: droppedamongthiscrowdpod@gmail.com Book a conversation on "Dropped among this Crowd": https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcast Follow Sara J: https://www.facebook.com/sara.till41/ https://www.instagram.com/sarajachimiak/ Donate to DATC Media Company: https://datcmediacompany.com/support Join the community on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Datcmediacompany/gift Want to be a guest on the show? https://datcmediacompany.com/contact-%26-collab-with-us/ola/services/something-on-guest-spot Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cancon_eh/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/14UyoATZkcz/?mibextid=wwXIfr YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Cancon_eh The CanCon Playlist: https://bit.ly/4r92PPO

  ListenShow Notes
• 

  Dropped Among This Crowd

  Something On: (New Music, Recommendations & Gord’s Birthday Celebration)

  —29 min

  In this third episode of Something On, Sara J. switches things up and brings you a streamlined music news rundown—this time dropping directly into your podcast feed. The big story this week: the release of “Generation” from Gord Downie, The Sadies, and the Conquering Sun – Live at 6 O’Clock, arriving February 27. Sara breaks down what to expect from the live album, why the Discovering Downie podcast is an essential companion listening, and how this project captures Gord at his electrifying best. She also covers: The latest from The Hip on Shuffle (including her recent appearance on the “Fire in the Hole” panel and a killer unreleased 1997 live cut from Rock am Ring) New content from School of Hip A deep dive recommendation into Phantom Acoustics Highlights from Gord Downie's birthday celebrations in Buffalo, including standout performances by The Strictly Hip A special audio clip from Craig (Discovering Downie / Gift Shop) recorded at a Gord birthday tribute show Plus, in the DATC Media world, Sara shares details from the latest episode of Dropped Among This Crowd, featuring Brady Callan of Cancon_eh. They talk Canadian music culture, Finger Eleven, Nickelback’s love-to-hate legacy, Richard Beland’s photography, desert island albums, music books, vinyl collecting, and the formative power of live music. Whether you’re here for The Hip, Gord’s solo work, or the broader Canadian music community, this episode is packed with news, recommendations, and celebration. Be sure to stick around to the end for a special audio clip—and check the show notes for all links mentioned. Something On will return April 14th with a live guest episode. Follow DATC Media everywhere to stay in the loop. The Copper Penny Project: https://www.instagram.com/thecopperpennyproject/ The Hip Archive: https://thehiparchive.com/Compilations.shtml Follow DATC Media: https://datcmediacompany.com https://www.facebook.com/datcmedia https://www.instagram.com/datcmediacompany/ Follow Dropped Among This Crowd Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/droppedamongthiscrowdpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/droppedamongthiscrowd/ Email: droppedamongthiscrowdpod@gmail.com Book a conversation on "Dropped among this Crowd": https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcast Follow Sara J: https://www.facebook.com/sara.till41/ https://www.instagram.com/sarajachimiak/ Donate to DATC Media Company: https://datcmediacompany.com/support Join the community on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Datcmediacompany/gift Want to be a guest on the show? https://datcmediacompany.com/contact-%26-collab-with-us/ola/services/something-on-guest-spot https://exclaim.ca/music/article/gord-downie-the-sadies-and-the-conquering-sun-detail-new-album-live-at-6-o-clock?fbclid=IwY2xjawP5vaRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFIVFZRNTZUbENveUtKUWM5c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHtwCXmVMzM7vLpzCM-6hzLrAh_120iNDOgpQC7L9SGQMQbgKJDOuHkWJpSws_aem_f6CzTIEhSX3kchynW-N7yg Gord Downie, The Sadies, And The Conquering Sun - Watch the video, stream, and pre-order the vinyl: https://gorddownie-thesadies-andtheconqueringsun.lnk.to/general?fbclid=IwY2xjawP5uTRleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFIVFZRNTZUbENveUtKUWM5c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHlvcl6zoaoV1a1GHs6LYFtvTe8crtP9QXIo4qeXMGziQ4k9h3kcy8USnXQaW_aem_dcncjgatDWz7jps2NAuDuQ https://www.thestrictlyhip.com The Tragically Hip Podcast Series: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thetragicallyhippods https://www.youtube.com/@tthpods School of Hip: https://shows.acast.com/school-of-hip/episodes?fbclid=IwY2xjawP6rXFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFIVFZRNTZUbENveUtKUWM5c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHhGL5TekThY2hCljXS6Mr7rKoZR-1PkDWcdE7t0VC7MbO4VAqezCHftoFu-C_aem_HR64UYDASY-zzVJ5Err5Zw https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61579698875642 Gift Shop: https://www.youtube.com/@giftshopband https://www.instagram.com/giftshophipband/ https://www.giftshophipband.ca/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGntzinftzqji-1m8FeJBE1YCQjNTmMTrNIdn3UZmoXxz-QbGAP50ZYtWciD4w_aem_K5RQEDvoV2yoePbB5fU0ug Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cancon_eh/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/14UyoATZkcz/?mibextid=wwXIfr YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Cancon_eh The CanCon Playlist: https://bit.ly/4r92PPO

  ListenShow Notes
• 

  Episode #299

  A Conversation with Jazz Saxophonist Dan Wallace (Part One)

  —59 min

  🎷 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 supremacist leaders to denounce their ideology and leave their hate groups behind. From there, Dan reflects on the ironic tension of being a professional musician and how it sometimes interferes with actually making music. The conversation shifts to the evolving state of outdoor festivals, the economy, and environmental factors that may threaten their future entirely in the next 5–10 years. Sara and Dan dive into jam bands, the undeniable magic of Red Rocks (and how it’s always freezing no matter the season), and his almost-career as an opera singer. He shares how a scroll through his now-vintage iPod Classic helped him pivot fully toward jazz saxophone—and what that shift looked like. They also go back to the beginning: Dan’s childhood love of music, his beloved piano teacher Ms. Karen, and the lasting foundation she helped build. He talks about reconnecting with his elementary music teacher—who he now performs with—and shares how an administrative error almost cost him a spot at a performing arts middle school, until his mother’s persistence saved the day. Dan recounts joining jazz band early in 7th grade, being introduced to Charlie Parker, the mix CD that changed his life, and working his way through the Charlie Parker Omnibook. He also opens up about his social struggles growing up—and how being involved in music and starring in school musicals gave him a sense of belonging and helped him feel like maybe he wasn’t “the biggest weirdo in the world.” Such a thoughtful and fun conversation—you won’t want to miss it. 🎧 Tune in next week for the compelling conclusion in Part Two! More from this week's guest: Sober (Tool) Dan Wallace and the 11th Hour: https://youtu.be/dH8GQyNB3Zc?si=RCG0J9EyPkxh_Lzc "Terms and Conditions" by Dan Wallace and the 11th Hour: https://youtu.be/gJeGfIIvPK8?si=4W8g1HVGPTiyPKqE Dan Wallace and the 11th Hour, a playlist on SoundCloud: https://on.soundcloud.com/hSxKIkPHDHIZYXJXLX Donate to DATC Media Company: https://datcmediacompany.com/support Give the gift of Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Datcmediacompany/gift The DATC Media Podcast Family: https://datcmediacompany.com/podcasts Want to be a guest on the show? https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-a-guest-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcast Want to be a RoughGauge featured artist? Send an email to: saraj@roughgaugellc.com Want to work with Sara? Book a one-on-one session to bring your music/media vision to life: https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/consulting-services-with-sara-j Let's Collab! https://datcmediacompany.com/collab-opportunties-1 Want to hang out virtually? Join Sara and jD on Sunday nights on YouTube for Hip fan convos! https://www.youtube.com/@dewvre1974 Curious about the October 4th Toronto event? https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/a-celebration-of-the-hip-for-als-tickets-1137838598879?aff=oddtdtcreator Follow DATC Media: https://datcmediacompany.com https://www.facebook.com/datcmedia https://www.instagram.com/datcmediacompany/ Follow Dropped Among This Crowd Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/droppedamongthiscrowdpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/droppedamongthiscrowd/ Email: droppedamongthiscrowdpod@gmail.com Book a conversation on "Dropped among this Crowd": https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcast Follow Sara J: https://www.facebook.com/sara.till41/ https://www.instagram.com/sarajachimiak/

  ListenShow Notes
• 

  Episode #323

  A Conversation with Brady Callan — Digital Creator and Interview Host

  —1h 24m

  This week on the show, fresh off celebrating two years of creating digital content for his page Cancon_eh, Sudbury, Ontario native Brady Callan sits down with host Sara J to talk about the inspiration behind creating a page dedicated to highlighting and celebrating iconic Canadian music—and Canadian culture more broadly. Brady shares the artists and bands he’s had the pleasure of sitting down with, including an intimate conversation with Finger Eleven about touring with Ozzy Osbourne, recorded just weeks after Ozzy’s passing. He also reveals who’s still on his bucket list to interview. Sara reflects on growing up with easy access to Canadian content from Buffalo, NY, seeing bands for free in the city, the advantages of living in a border town, and the alternative music day festivals of the early 2000s. Brady dives into the Cancon playlist he’s built on Spotify (link in show notes), his creative plans for 2026, the history behind the Cancon_eh name, and a breakdown of Canadian Content (CanCon) guidelines. The two reminisce about Richard Beland’s Toronto gallery event last October and share their favourite photos from his incredible collection. Brady walks us through his lifelong love of music—what shaped him, the bands that built his musical foundation, the first music he ever bought, his most prized albums, his elusive “white whale” vinyl, and other standout pieces from his collection. He relives his iconic first concert and other unforgettable live music moments, speaks on the importance of supporting local musicians and venues, and shares some deep Canadian music history surrounding The Townhouse Tavern. And we talk about Nickelback - how their music left an imprint on his memory those cold early mornings on the way to hockey practice, and a distinctly Canadian perspective on the love-to-hate them. Brady also reveals his desert island albums, favourite music books (plus a recommendation for Sara), what music he’s currently “married to,” playing drums, and the Freaks and Geeks scene that perfectly sums up his childhood—jamming in the basement, collecting drums, and wanting to learn any instrument he could get his hands on… including an accordion from Germany dating back to the mid-1930s, gifted to him on Christmas morning when he was 18. Find this week's guest: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cancon_eh/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/14UyoATZkcz/?mibextid=wwXIfr YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Cancon_eh The CanCon Playlist: https://bit.ly/4r92PPO Donate to DATC Media Company: https://datcmediacompany.com/support Join the community on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Datcmediacompany/gift Want to be a guest on the show? https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-a-guest-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcast Want to be a RoughGauge featured artist? Send an email to: saraj@roughgaugellc.com Website: https://www.roughgaugellc.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roughgaugellc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RoughGauge TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@roughgauge.llc Share your feedback: https://forms.gle/6ow1bYwtLveFmGGu8 The Copper Penny Project: https://www.instagram.com/thecopperpennyproject/ Something On- https://www.youtube.com/live/FQS9KZXazBc?si=lDK8vz-5NNvluQXw Have you worked with DATC Media? Share your feedback: https://forms.gle/atJri2DMrnZ6szBD9 Want to work with Sara? Book a one-on-one session to bring your music/media vision to life: https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/consulting-services-with-sara-j Let's Collab! https://datcmediacompany.com/collab-opportunties-1 The DATC Media Podcast Network: https://datcmediacompany.com/podcasts-1 Follow DATC Media: https://datcmediacompany.com https://www.facebook.com/datcmedia https://www.instagram.com/datcmediacompany/ Follow Dropped Among This Crowd Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/droppedamongthiscrowdpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/droppedamongthiscrowd/ Email: droppedamongthiscrowdpod@gmail.com Book a conversation on "Dropped among this Crowd": https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcast Follow Sara J: https://www.facebook.com/sara.till41/ https://www.instagram.com/sarajachimiak/

  ListenShow Notes
• 

  Episode #322

  These Are A Few of My Favourite Reads!

  —16 min

  In this episode of Dropped Among This Crowd, host Sara J is sharing a few of her favourite reads — the books that have inspired, moved, and shaped her love for music and storytelling. From legendary rock biographies to iconic novels, these picks give a behind-the-scenes look at the artists we love, the stories behind their music, and the moments that defined an era. Tune in, get inspired, and discover your next favourite read. I always encourage checking your local library first — borrow, explore, and support your community! For those who want to own a copy, I’ve included Amazon links to grab your favourites. 📚 Sara J's Book Picks Me — Elton John https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Me+Elton+John+autobiography&tag=saraj08-20 Play On: Now, Then and Fleetwood Mac — Mick Fleetwood https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Play+On+Now+Then+and+Fleetwood+Mac+Mick+Fleetwood&tag=saraj08-20 The Never-Ending Present — Michael Barclay https://www.amazon.com/s?k=The+Never+Ending+Present+Michael+Barclay&tag=saraj08-20 Brian May: The Definitive Biography — Laura Jackson https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Brian+May+The+Definitive+Biography+Laura+Jackson&tag=saraj08-20 This Is Our Life — The Tragically Hip https://www.amazon.com/s?k=This+Is+Our+Life+The+Tragically+Hip+book&tag=saraj08-20 Heartbreaker: A Memoir — Mike Campbell https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Heartbreaker+A+Memoir+Mike+Campbell&tag=saraj08-20 The Storyteller — Dave Grohl https://www.amazon.com/s?k=The+Storyteller+Dave+Grohl+book&tag=saraj08-20 The Creative Act: A Way of Being — Rick Rubin https://www.amazon.com/s?k=The+Creative+Act+A+Way+of+Being+Rick+Rubin&tag=saraj08-20 The Life, Death, and Legacy of Freddie Mercury https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Freddie+Mercury+biography+life+death&tag=saraj08-20 Gold Dust Woman — Stephen Davis https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Gold+Dust+Woman+Stephen+Davis+Stevie+Nicks&tag=saraj08-20 Levon — Sandra B. Tooze https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Levon+From+Down+in+the+Delta+Sandra+Tooze&tag=saraj08-20 The Birth of Loud — Ian S. Port https://www.amazon.com/s?k=The+Birth+of+Loud+Ian+S+Port&tag=saraj08-20 The Show That Never Ends — David Weigel https://www.amazon.com/s?k=The+Show+That+Never+Ends+David+Weigel&tag=saraj08-20 A Step Ahead and Two Steps Back — Kramer Guitar Company https://www.amazon.com/s?k=A+Step+Ahead+and+Two+Steps+Back+Kramer+Guitar&tag=saraj08-20 Daisy Jones & The Six — Taylor Jenkins Reid https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Daisy+Jones+and+the+Six+Taylor+Jenkins+Reid&tag=saraj08-20 Musicians in Tune — Jenny Boyd https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Musicians+in+Tune+75+Contemporary+Musicians+Discuss+the+Creative+Process+Jenny+Boyd&tag=saraj08-20 A Hard Day’s Write: The Stories Behind Every Beatles Song — Steve Turner https://www.amazon.com/s?k=A+Hard+Day%27s+Write+The+Stories+Behind+Every+Beatles+Song+Steve+Turner&tag=saraj08-20 Everything I Know About Business I Learned from the Grateful Dead — Barry Barnes https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Everything+I+Know+About+Business+I+Learned+from+the+Grateful+Dead+Barry+Barnes&tag=saraj08-20 Jamerica: The History of the Jam Band and Festival Scene - Peter Conners https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Jamerica+book&tag=saraj08-20 Not Dead Yet: The Autobiography — Phil Collins https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Not+Dead+Yet+Phil+Collins+autobiography&tag=saraj08-20 Life — Keith Richards (Autobiography) https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Life+Keith+Richards+autobiography&tag=saraj08-20 The Black History Month Patreon Collection: www.patreon.com/collection/960642 The Hip on Shuffle (LIVE on YouTube Wednesday February 4th 2026): https://www.youtube.com/live/aKY5tQ9mAVs?si=4CILMW9_rUD1-kEn Donate to DATC Media Company: https://datcmediacompany.com/support Join the community on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Datcmediacompany/gift Want to be a guest on the show? https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-a-guest-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcast Want to be a RoughGauge featured artist? Send an email to: saraj@roughgaugellc.com Website: https://www.roughgaugellc.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roughgaugellc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RoughGauge TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@roughgauge.llc Share your feedback: https://forms.gle/6ow1bYwtLveFmGGu8 The Copper Penny Project: https://www.instagram.com/thecopperpennyproject/ Something On- https://www.youtube.com/live/FQS9KZXazBc?si=lDK8vz-5NNvluQXw Have you worked with DATC Media? Share your feedback: https://forms.gle/atJri2DMrnZ6szBD9 Want to work with Sara? Book a one-on-one session to bring your music/media vision to life: https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/consulting-services-with-sara-j Let's Collab! https://datcmediacompany.com/collab-opportunties-1 The DATC Media Podcast Network: https://datcmediacompany.com/podcasts-1 Follow DATC Media: https://datcmediacompany.com https://www.facebook.com/datcmedia https://www.instagram.com/datcmediacompany/ Follow Dropped Among This Crowd Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/droppedamongthiscrowdpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/droppedamongthiscrowd/ Email: droppedamongthiscrowdpod@gmail.com Book a conversation on "Dropped among this Crowd": https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcast Follow Sara J: https://www.facebook.com/sara.till41/ https://www.instagram.com/sarajachimiak/

  ListenShow Notes

Recent guests on Dropped Among This Crowd. Study who booked and why before you pitch.

Based on semantic analysis of episode topics and host coverage, this show is a strong guest fit for executives in:

Industry fit is computed by PitchCentric using vector embeddings of the show's episode catalog.