[INTERVIEW] Getting Candid with Bay Faction

We’re getting candid in our interview with Bay Faction.

Born out of an online message board, Bay Faction emerged in the Boston DIY scene in 2015 with the debut of their self-titled record and quickly garnered a cult following. Following the band’s hiatus from 2020-2024, Bay Faction is now marking their highly anticipated return with new single, “Drive Home.”

We talk to Bay Faction singer James McDermott about the decision to bring the band back and what he learned in the process of taking time away. We also discuss the 2023 re-release of the band’s self-titled album and James' own realization the songs had taken on a life of their own with fans. Plus, we get into how James’ songwriting style has evolved to include a new level of vulnerability.

Listen to the full interview with Bay Faction on Name 3 Songs podcast and find a transcribed excerpt at name3songs.com.

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