Brom Returns! It was really awesome getting the chance to catch up with Calgary Hip-hop artist Brom and hear what he has been up to over the past year. We discuss the good things that come from doing things that scare you, the positive impacts that making music and podcasting has had on our lives and the dying art of constructing an album. We also talk about his most recent cross Canada tour with Astronautalis and Transit 22 as well as his brand new full length album "Malaise." You can download the full album at hiphopbrom.bandcamp.com/album/malaise

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On this episode of Groove Talk I sit down with the guys from Free the Cynics. This podcast was recorded on location downtown Calgary at Vagabonds on Olympic Way. It was lots of fun speaking with Rich, Joey and Brad. Some of the highlights from our lengthy conversation include the goods and the bads of the current state of the music industry, connecting with music on a personal level and the comradery of the Calgary music scene. We also discus the bands latest EP "Post Iconica" and what the future has in store for Free the Cynics. You can catch the songs "High at Work" and "Wine & Debris" at the end of the episode. You can download the full EP at freethecynics.bandcamp.com

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On this episode I am joined by the extremely talented female Hip-Hop artist Sinzere. The conversation we had was very eye opening for me and it was an absolute pleasure being able to openly discuss certain issues with her. We touch on topics such as maintaining your faith, adisconnected and hurting populace, social issues regarding race and Sinzeres feeling of responsibility to use her music to speak up about these issues. We also talk about what motivates Sinzere in her everyday life, the build-up towards her first studio album, honing your craft and following your dreams. 

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This was the first episode of Groove Talk that was done out of studio on location and boy was it worth it. I would like to thank the guys from Crooked Spies for fitting me into their busy schedule, I had a lot of fun talking with them. We touch on topics such as the difficulties of long distance band practice, conspiracy theories, cool band names, the vision and making of their new music video for their song "Waiting" as well as the recording process for their up-coming album. Check out Crooked Spies songs "Waiting" and "Doomsday Blues" at the end of the episode. You can download them at crookedspies.bandcamp.com

Also make sure you check out their new music video www.youtube.com/waiting-music-video

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It was an absolute pleasure to sit down and chat with Tanner and Kali. The moment they walked through the door the conversation just sort of took off. They are really awesome people that are heavily involved in the Calgary music scene. We delve deep into a wide range of interesting subjects. We touch on flow states, podcasts, festival culture and everything in between. Kali and Tanner host their own podcast, The Genesa Thoughtlab and I highly recommend that you check it out, it was one of the inspirations for this podcast! You can find HERE or anywhere you would listen to podcasts.

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I speak with the guys from the band Silence the Swamps. I had so much fun talking with these guys they are all down to earth, genuine dudes. We delve into a variety of topics including pursuing your passion at all costs, the pro's and con's of the advent of technology in the music industry and bringing your friends along with you for the creative ride. You can catch the songs White Space and Private Reaper form their debut self titled EP at the end of the episode. Download the album for free at silencetheswamps.bandcamp.com/album/silence-the-swamps

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I sit down with the punk rock band River Jacks. I had a lot of fun talking with these guys they are all really awesome, down to earth dudes. We talk about balancing band life with personal life and they share some stories of the interesting places they have played. We also talk about there most recent tour for the release of their new album "Strange Adventure." You can catch a couple songs from said album at the end of the show and if you would like to purchase it you can find it at riverjacks.bandcamp.com

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On this episode I talk with Jesse Gates who is one half of the electronic music duo Organic Culture. Jesse is the first electronic musician and DJ that I have had on the podcast so far. I really enjoyed being able to nerd out a little bit about equipment, softwear and the whole process involved with making electronic music and DJing. We discuss the rise of festival culture around the world and the uniqueness of electronic music. You can find all of Organic Cultures music at soundcloud.com/ogculture 

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On this episode I speak with the all ages metal band Chained by Mind. It was really interesting to hear about their opinions on the Calgary music scene as two of the three members of Chained by Mind are still in highschool. We talk about the all ages scene in Calgary and how to improve it as well as a variety of other topics including how technology has affected the music industry and we cover everything metal. You can find their music at chainedbymind.bandcamp.com  

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Bring on the Storm is a super rad punk band from Calgary. I get a chance to sit down and talk with all four of them about what the Calgary music scene is like compared to other major cities music scenes like Vancouver or Toronto. I highly recomend you check out the tracks at the end of the show, they are really really good. You can find them at bringonthestorm.bandcamp.com

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