FAQ

Q: Who runs this site?

A: Not Hum! Query result: me, MJ, a fan who has been running this site for more than twenty years and trying hard to keep the facts correct. Emailing me is not emailing Hum, and I do not forward messages to the band. As far as I know, they have no fan mail address, so the band's official channels are your best bet.

Q: How can I contact Hum?

A: Best option: Hum's official channels. Their Bandcamp page links to the band's official pages, and their label, Polyvinyl, is another good starting point. For booking, check those same places for current contact info. Other official business? Email me with the details, and I will attempt to point you in the right direction.

Q: When is Hum going to play another show?

A: Confirmed transmission: Hum is playing United Heritage Hall in Austin, TX, on March 7, 2027. See the shows page or the homepage for the announcement and ticket link, and the band's official channels for other dates. Hum is wonderfully low-key about announcing shows (said with love). Emailing me 100 times will not accelerate the process, but your enthusiasm is noted and appreciated.

Q: Where can I buy Hum records, shirts, and other merchandise?

A: Start with Hum's Bandcamp page and Polyvinyl, and keep an eye out for shirts and posters at their shows. Matt's label, Earth Analog Records, has also sold Hum merch and put out vinyl reissues. For anything out of print, eBay and other resale sites are your best bet, but watch out for fake goods.

Mission Control doesn't keep stock or handle orders. For older records and out-of-print releases, compare the release details carefully before buying.

Q: Can you arrange an interview, photo pass, autograph, or meeting with the band?

A: I can't arrange those through Mission Control. For interviews and other official requests, start with the band's official channels. For photo passes, check with the venue or promoter.

Q: Can you give me permission to use a Hum song or design?

A: I can't grant permission on the band's behalf. Mission Control is a fan site. Please direct licensing and merchandise proposals to the band's official contacts.

Q: Where can I find Hum guitar or bass tabs?

A: Try Songsterr or Guitar Tab Universe. I don't have tabs to send you, and I'm not much of a guitarist myself, so I can't help with transcriptions or check their accuracy. You may need to compare versions and trust your ears. Happy playing!

Q: Will Hum ever release any new albums?

A: Inlet, Hum's fifth album, appeared out of nowhere in 2020, twenty-two years after Downward Is Heavenward, so I have learned never to say never. For news of another album, check the band's official channels.

Q: Can you email me [album] or [single]?

A: Negative. Check the downloads section first to see if I have already made it available. If it is not there, you are on your own. Happy hunting!

Q: Can you fix missing albums or incorrect songs on streaming services?

A: I don't manage Hum's streaming pages, so I can't change their catalog or availability. Report the issue to the streaming service, and check the band's official pages for other ways to listen.

Q: Can I suggest a lyric correction?

A: Please do. Send me the song title, the line you're questioning, your suggested correction, and a source if you have one.

Q: How can I contribute to your site?

A: Field operatives are always welcome. Qualifications: enthusiasm. High priority: high-resolution (300 dpi or better) scans of rare cover art and posters, plus any cool photos or videos you have tucked away. Especially wanted: soundboard recordings, demos, and high-quality copies of their music videos. If you have anything to contribute, please email me. For photos, scans, and recordings, let me know where the material came from and how you'd like to be credited. Connecting people is the whole point. If you would like to chip in another way, the tip jar is always there.

Q: How does Hum feel about their music being shared online? Can I share my Hum albums this way?

A: I don't know how the band feels about it, so I can't speak for them.