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Kari Lyn is a Prince Edward Island-based indie artist known for her heartfelt storytelling and captivating melodies. After traveling the world and drawing inspiration from diverse cultures, she released her debut album Hit the Ground and has since won over audiences with her introspective lyrics and unique musical style. Her latest single, "Fall (I'm Not Ready)", marks an exciting new chapter in her musical journey.East Coast DNA catches up with Kari Lyn, the cottage-core rockstar from Prince Edward Island, as she returns with a brand-new single, "Fall (I'm Not Ready)", and big plans for 2025! 🍂✨🚀 In This Episode:🎶 The inspiration behind "Fall (I'm Not Ready)"🌍 How her global travels shaped her music🏆 Her journey from PEI Music Award nominee to now🎸 What’s coming next in 2025—new music, performances & more!🎧 Stream "Fall (I'm Not Ready)" NOW on all platforms!🌐 Official Website: [https://karilynmusic.com/]📱 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/karilynmusic/]📌 Follow East Coast DNA for More Music Interviews!🔹 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/eastcoastdna/]🔹 YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@eastcoastdna]#KariLyn #FallImNotReady #NewMusic #EastCoastDNA #IndieArtist #CanadianMusic #WomenInMusic #MusicInterview #PEIMusic #EastCoastArtists #FolkRock

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original release on YouTube.com/@eastcoastdna in 2025

🎤 Mini Pop Kids Live 20th Anniversary Tour Interview with Mike Ross! 🎶In this episode of East Coast DNA, we sit down with Mike Ross, Director of Mini Pop Kids, to talk about their 20th Anniversary Celebration Tour! As Canada’s #1 music brand for kids, the Mini Pop Kids are traveling across 29 cities, including stops in Moncton, Saint John, Fredericton, Halifax, Pictou, and Glace Bay! 🎉🚀 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✅ Behind the scenes of the Mini Pop Kids Live tour✅ How they bring family-friendly versions of today’s biggest hits to life 🎶✅ The impact of their viral YouTube hit (1.6M+ views!) 📈✅ How they feature local dance studios & choirs at every stop 🎭✅ Why the Halifax show (March 8th) is a must-see! 🎤🎟️ 🎫 Get Your Mini Pop Kids Live Tickets Here!👉 [https://minipopkids.com/]🎧 Stream the new album, Mini Pop Kids 20: [https://minipopkids.com/]📌 Follow Mini Pop Kids:🔹 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/minipopkids/]🔹 Official Website: [https://minipopkids.com/]📌 Follow East Coast DNA for More Music Interviews!🔹 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/eastcoastdna/]🔹 YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@eastcoastdna]#MiniPopKids #MiniPopKidsLive #KidsConcert #FamilyFriendlyMusic #MiniPopKids20 #LiveMusic #EastCoastConcerts #HalifaxEvents #MikeRoss #EastCoastDNA #MusicForKids #PopMusic #TourDates

original release on YouTube.com/@eastcoastdna in 2025

Ian Keane of The Bloody Hell returns for his third interview with East Coast DNA to drop some major news! Their brand-new single "Feel It Too" arrives February 27, giving fans the first taste of their upcoming album. Ian shares behind-the-scenes insights, what’s next for the band, and details about their first show of 2025!🎸 New Single – "Feel It Too" – Out February 27https://thebloodyhell.bandcamp.com/🔥 Stay to the end for an exclusive preview, then watch the official music video on YouTube here: @thebloodyhell3264🎶 Catch The Bloody Hell LIVE!📅 Friday, February 28, 2025📍 Gus’ Pub & Grill – Halifax, NSWith The Hemingway's, Hushmetal, & Human Missile Crisis💲 $10 at the door | ⏰ 8PMDon’t miss out—hit LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for more East Coast music content!#TheBloodyHell #IanKeane #FeelItToo #PunkRock #EastCoastDNA #NovaScotiaMusic #NewMusic #UpcomingAlbum #HalifaxMusic #GusPub #CanadianPunk

original release on YouTube.com/@eastcoastdna in 2025

Victoria Howse, from Funk Island Lab, joins East Coast DNA to talk about the Lab’s exciting new projects and how it's fostering creativity in the East Coast music scene. She also shares details about "A Li’l Affair", an incredible event celebrating International Women’s Day and the legacy of Lilith Fair! 🎶✨🎤 Funk Island Lab presents: A Li’l Affair📅 March 7, 2025📍 Sanctuary Arts Centre, Dartmouth, NS🎟️ Tickets & info: https://aboutnovascotia.ca/hrmevent/a-lil-affair/🌟 Special Performances by:Adina Fraser, Christine Campbell, Isabella Samson, Joce Reyome, Nicole Ariana, Roxy Mercier, Terra Spencer & Yvette Lorraine🎶 Performing the music of Sarah McLachlan, Lauryn Hill, Sheryl Crow, Tracy Chapman, The Cranberries, Alanis Morissette & more!💡 Supporting Funk Island Lab: This non-profit hosts songwriting camps where professional writers, emerging artists, and youth from Atlantic Canada come together to collaborate, create, and learn in an inclusive space. Proceeds from A Li’l Affair will help fund these vital programs.🔥 Don’t miss this powerful celebration of music and women in the industry! Like & Subscribe for more East Coast artist interviews.#VictoriaHowse #FunkIslandLab #ALilAffair #InternationalWomensDay #LilithFair #WomenInMusic #EastCoastDNA #HalifaxEvents #NovaScotiaMusic #Songwriting #CanadianMusic

original release on YouTube.com/@eastcoastdna in 2025

Lefunk – Music PEI Week 2025 | East Coast DNA PodcastJoin us as East Coast DNA sits down with members of Lefunk, the dynamic funk-infused R&B/soul band from Charlottetown, PEI! We caught them live during Music PEI Week 2025 and captured their high-energy performance.🎤 Featured in this episode:🔹 Joe Chev – Bandleader, Drums🔹 Nicolás Romero – Rhythm Guitar, Keyboard🔹 Matt Dunn – Bass📀 This episode kicks off with a clip from Reflection, their R&B/Soul Recording of the Year-nominated track, and closes with their latest single, Kindred Delight!📸 Check out exclusive photos from the show on East Coast DNA:🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eastcoastdna/🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eastcoastdna/✨ Don't forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more interviews and East Coast music content!📸 Photo Credit: Darcy Walsh | East Coast DNASPECIAL THANKS TO MUSIC PEI AND THE RODD ROYALTY (CHARLOTTETOWN)#LeFunk #MusicPEIWeek #EastCoastDNA #Funk #RnB #Soul #KindredDelight #Reflection #PEIMusic

original release on YouTube.com/@eastcoastdna in 2025

🎹 Sarah Hagen | 2025 Music PEI Achievement in Classical Music Nominee | East Coast DNA Exclusive Interview 🎹In this exclusive interview, Sarah Hagen, a talented pianist and classical music artist, shares insights into her journey in the classical music scene. As a 2025 Music PEI Achievement in Classical Music Nominee, Sarah discusses her musical inspirations, creative process, and the performances that have shaped her career.From her captivating live performances to her contributions to the classical music community in Atlantic Canada, Sarah's dedication and artistry shine through in this conversation.Watch now to learn more about Sarah Hagen and what’s next for this exceptional artist in the world of classical music.🔔 New episodes of "Road to Music Week: 2025 Music PEI Awards Nominee Interviews" drop daily at 7:30 PM AST. Subscribe and set notifications to never miss an episode!💬 Comment below and let us know your favorite classical music moments from Sarah Hagen!👉 Follow Sarah Hagen on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theothersarahhagen/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarah.hagen.pianist/Website: sarahhagen.comSubscribe to East Coast DNA: https://www.youtube.com/@eastcoastdna#SarahHagen #MusicPEI #ClassicalMusic #AchievementInClassicalMusic #EastCoastDNA #RoadToMusicWeek #Pianist #CanadianMusic #MusicAwards #2025MusicPEIAwards #PEIMusic #SupportLocalArtists

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🎶 Elsie | 2025 Music PEI Awards Nominee | East Coast DNA Exclusive 🎶Elsie brings a fresh perspective to the indie-folk genre, blending soft melodies with powerful storytelling. As a 2025 Music PEI Awards nominee, she dives into her creative process, upcoming projects, and what this nomination means to her.📅 Music PEI Week 2025 is coming up in March—get to know the artists before the big event!🎟️ Win the Ultimate Music PEI Week Experience! 🎶Support local music and enter Music PEI’s VIP Raffle for a chance to win festival passes, a luxury hotel stay, local goodies, and more—valued at over $650! Tickets start at just $5, with all proceeds supporting Music PEI’s year-round initiatives.⏳ The raffle ends February 13th, with the draw on February 14th, 2025—don’t miss out!➡️ Get your tickets now: https://locarius.io/events/1923/music-pei-vip-raffle📢 Enjoying this interview? Drop a comment below and let us know your favorite Music PEI nominee! Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more exclusive artist interviews.🔔 Subscribe for more exclusive interviews:  @eastcoastdna  📲 Follow East Coast DNA on social media: https://www.instagram.com/eastcoastdna/https://www.facebook.com/eastcoastdna#Elsie #MusicPEI #EastCoastDNA #IndieFolk

original release on YouTube.com/@eastcoastdna in 2025

🎸 Lawrence Maxwell | 2025 Music PEI Awards Nominee | East Coast DNA Exclusive 🎸Country-folk troubadour Lawrence Maxwell has been captivating audiences with his heartfelt storytelling and rich vocals. In this interview, we discuss his Music PEI Awards nomination, recent work, and his journey as an artist.📅 Music PEI Week 2025 is coming up in March—get to know the artists before the big event!🎟️ Win the Ultimate Music PEI Week Experience! 🎶Support local music and enter Music PEI’s VIP Raffle for a chance to win festival passes, a luxury hotel stay, local goodies, and more—valued at over $650! Tickets start at just $5, with all proceeds supporting Music PEI’s year-round initiatives.⏳ The raffle ends February 13th, with the draw on February 14th, 2025—don’t miss out!➡️ Get your tickets now: https://locarius.io/events/1923/music-pei-vip-raffle📢 Enjoying this interview? Drop a comment below and let us know your favorite Music PEI nominee! Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more exclusive artist interviews.🔔 Subscribe for more exclusive interviews:  @eastcoastdna  📲 Follow East Coast DNA on social media: https://www.instagram.com/eastcoastdna/https://www.facebook.com/eastcoastdna#LawrenceMaxwell #MusicPEI #EastCoastDNA #CountryMusic

original release on YouTube.com/@eastcoastdna in 2025

🎙️ Joce Reyome | 2025 Music PEI Awards Nominee | East Coast DNA Exclusive 🎙️Powerhouse vocalist Joce Reyome has been making waves in the PEI music scene with their soulful performances and raw lyricism. A 2025 Music PEI Awards nominee, Joce shares their artistic journey and what fans can expect next.📅 Music PEI Week 2025 is coming up in March—get to know the artists before the big event!🎟️ Win the Ultimate Music PEI Week Experience! 🎶Support local music and enter Music PEI’s VIP Raffle for a chance to win festival passes, a luxury hotel stay, local goodies, and more—valued at over $650! Tickets start at just $5, with all proceeds supporting Music PEI’s year-round initiatives.⏳ The raffle ends February 13th, with the draw on February 14th, 2025—don’t miss out!➡️ Get your tickets now: https://locarius.io/events/1923/music-pei-vip-raffle📢 Enjoying this interview? Drop a comment below and let us know your favorite Music PEI nominee! Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more exclusive artist interviews.🔔 Subscribe for more exclusive interviews: @eastcoastdna 📲 Follow East Coast DNA on social media: https://www.instagram.com/eastcoastdna/https://www.facebook.com/eastcoastdna#JoceReyome #MusicPEI #EastCoastDNA #SoulfulMusic

original release on YouTube.com/@eastcoastdna in 2025

🎙 Adam Gallant |Road to Music Week: 2025 Music PEI Awards Nominee Interviews | East Coast DNA Exclusive 🎙Join us as we sit down with Adam Gallant, a highly respected producer, engineer, and musician shaping the sound of the East Coast music scene. With a keen ear for sonic detail and a deep passion for storytelling through music, Adam has worked with a diverse range of artists, helping bring their creative visions to life.In this exclusive interview, we dive into Adam’s journey in music, his approach to production, and his insights on the evolving industry. Plus, we celebrate his well-deserved 2025 Music PEI Awards nomination!🚀 Subscribe to East Coast DNA and turn on notifications to catch all our interviews leading up to Music PEI Week!📅 New episodes premiere daily at 7:30 PM AST.#AdamGallant, #MusicPEI, #ProducerLife, #EastCoastDNA, #RoadToMusicWeek, #PEIMusic, #CanadianMusic, #NomineeInterviews, #MusicPEIAwards, #MusicProduction