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Lynn Miles is an award winning singer-songwriter, record producer, teacher, writer, public speaker.

She’s also pretty funny, a 3 minute standup routine is at the top of her bucket list.
Lynn has 16 albums to her credit. She won a Juno award (Canadian Grammy)in 2003 for Roots Traditional Album of the year, and went on to be nominated in the same categories in 2011 and 2006. She is also the recipient of 6 Canadian Folk Music Awards including 3 for songwriter of the year. Her 2 most recent awards we given to her duo THE LYNNeS for songwriters of the year, and ensemble of the year at the 2018 Canadian Folk Music Awards. In 2016, Americana artist Clair Lynch recorded Lynn’s song “Black Flowers” on her Grammy nominated album “North By South”.
Lynn estimates she’s written about 900 songs, she’s never done an official count.
She has produced 5 albums for other artists.

Her most recent album “tumbleweedyworld” was nominated for album of the year at the Canadian Folk Music Awards, and her previous album (#15) “We’ll Look For Stars ”was # 1 on the Euro/americana chart for the month of August 2020.

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Songs on this podcast…
I’m The Moon
Something Beautiful
Night Owl
All I Ever Wanted

VISIT: lynnmiles.ca

Saturday September 28th Concert

Black Fly Jam and The Algoma Conservatory of Music present LYNN MILES
The Loft, Algoma Conservatory of Music
Opening Act: Juliana Regan – accompanied by guitarist Brandon Ruch
Tickets are $40 @ The Algoma Conservatory of Music website or reserve by calling 705 649 2880
Doors open at 7:00 PM. Event is licensed

Friday September 27th Songwriting Workshop Info/Registration facebook.com/events

Lynn Miles will leading a singer/songwriter workshop for a limited number of participants…James Keelahan calls Lynn “The Song Doctor”, and that is high praise indeed! A session with Lynn may be just what your writing needs to feel revitalized again! Pre-register only please, takes place downtown SSM, Friday September 27th at 7:00 PM.

HOMECOMING … from MATT WARNOCK

I recently launched my debut solo jazz guitar album, “Homecoming.”

It reflects my 25-year journey back home to Northern Ontario.

The album’s tracks tell my story—reconnecting with my roots, family, and the charm of Northern Ontario.

“Homecoming” is available on:  Spotify Apple Music Amazon Music YouTube
I’d be honored if you’d take a listen.

Visit: www.mwgcourses.com

About Matt Warnock Guitar

Hi there! I’m Matt, a passionate jazz guitarist and dedicated educator. I’m thrilled to guide you on your jazz guitar journey. I’ve played over 2,000 gigs worldwide, including Canada, US, Brazil, England, France, Belgium, Latvia, Estonia, Nepal, and New Zealand. I’ve shared stages with jazz greats like Slide Hampton, Darmon Meader of New York Voices, Stefon Harris, and Randy Brecker.

But teaching has always tugged at my heartstrings. I taught my first jazz guitar lesson at 17, and it kindled a lifelong passion. Since then, I’ve led over 8,000 one-on-one lessons and 500+ workshops. I’ve also taught at institutions like Western Illinois University, University of Illinois, and Western Michigan University. The total? A whopping 12 million online students and counting.

I’ve dedicated my career to simplifying complex jazz concepts and breaking musical barriers. I hold degrees from McGill University (Bachelor’s in Jazz Guitar Performance), Western Michigan University (Master’s in Jazz Performance), and University of Illinois (Doctorate of Musical Arts).

Each has shaped my understanding of jazz guitar.

As for you, whether you dream of a career in music or enjoy playing for fun, I’m here to help. Each learner is unique, and so is each hurdle. But together, we can chart a rewarding path through the world of jazz guitar. I want to help you unlock your potential and reach your musical goals. Your journey will be filled with excitement and hope. And if you’ve yearned to learn jazz guitar, I’m ready to guide you.

Thank you for your support. I can’t wait to start our musical journey together!

Hawksley Workman is a Canadian rock singer-songwriter who has garnered critical acclaim for his blend of cabaret pop and glam rock. Workman has released twelve full-length albums throughout his career. A multi-instrumentalist, he plays guitar, drums, bass, keyboards and sings on his records, often switching between those instruments when playing live.

Workman is a prolific artist, usually writing, recording, mastering and releasing entire albums in the span of a few weeks. He explains, “A lot of artists I know they get a year and a half away from a record they’ve just made it’s like … ‘Oh … it’s terrible I hate that thing,’ ya know? When I record [a] record, I never take more than a day per song… so by the time the record is mixed, finished, complete, done… I’m still in a honeymoon with the record …”

Less Rage More Tears was produced mixed and recorded by Marcus Paquin at The Bridge in Montreal. Additional production and mixing of ‘Name The Strays’ by Matt Schellenberg in Winnipeg. Drums were recorded by Nick Petrowski and Marcus Paquin at Mixart in Montreal. Mastered by João Carvalho at João Carvalho Mastering. Photography, artwork and design by Steve Bays. An Isadora Records release.

Visit: hawksleyworkman.com

Rita Visser was born and raised on the shores of Lake Superior in rural Thunder Bay, Rita’s voice wraps the audience in a warm blanket as they join her around the campfire.
A natural storyteller, Rita weaves together daily moments, family life, conversations with friends, and interactions with new people to share her own story through song.
The reflective ballads about her life experiences are described as pure, emotional, and straightforward – always telling it like it is – and always leaving the audience wanting more.
As someone who grew up on a rustic fishing island, preserving Canada’s lakes is near to Rita’s heart. Through song, she is able to create a melodic image that pulls the audience in. Inviting them to experience the serenity and sense of power that comes when sitting on the water’s edge.

Rita’s album, Northern Daydream by Rita & the Daydreamers, has many drawn references inspired by our Canadian waters, including songs such as: “Skippin’ Stones”, “Batchawana Bay”, “The Helm”, and “The Current”. Rita loves to tour the Northshore.

Visit: ritavisser.ca

Alex Mason tackles the challenges of the mind’s dark places with his impelling album from 2023, Ghost of the Great Lakes. The 10-track journey is an honest and personal account of Alex’s own experience, played out in the backdrop of the mystery that the Great Lakes forever pulls on. Mason shares details on what moved him to write the record and what effect the process had on him.

Ghost of the Great Lakes is Mason’s first full-length album. In 2015 he released a 4-song EP, Jasper and then in 2018, 3-song performance recording titled, Salt and the Sea (Live from Dorchester).

Visit: facebook.com/alexmasonmusic

Visit: alexmason.bandcamp.com/album/ghost-of-the-great-lakes

A live THUNDERCLAP! show is reminiscent of traditional storytelling. A few choice covers are sprinkled randomly amongst his originals, some spoken word pieces, stories about the songs, ramblings on contemporary issues and engaging banter with the audience. When THUNDERCLAP! slings his sonic sorcery it’ll leave unsuspecting spectators in shock. A hilarious and mind-rattling surrealism weaves throughout his unique brand of toe-tapping, gut-wrenching melodies. No two THUNDERCLAP! performances are the same, so you’re always in for a truly unique experience.

THUNDERCLAP!’s second LP “Strange Songs For Strange Times” released in August 2023. It features acclaimed Coast to Coast AM radio host George Noory, and has been (and in some cases still is) played on over 75 radio stations across North America and the UK.