In the Zone with Andrew Boris

Kwae Kobain has dedicated the majority of his youth exploring music as a means of understanding the complexities of the human experience. With a core focus on Hip-Hop, he skillfully blends silky melodies and gritty wordplay to craft a tapestry that reflects his unique perspective.

Find Kwae:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/2rye50SamTaXUecJGt1I2E

Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/kwae-kobain/1754347541

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KwaeKobain

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kwaekobain/

Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inthezone.wpg/

Jackson Klippenstein is a Kenora, Ontario based singer-songwriter who has been sharing his passion on stage for as long as he can remember. His music brings a laid-back blend of Indie, Rock, Folk, and Blues to the table. Jackson’s latest project, One Piece at a Time, showcases a range of lyrical themes, along with unique melodies and driving rhythms. Lately, Jackson has been expanding his audience with high-energy shows across Northwestern Ontario and Manitoba, with the rest of Canada on the horizon.

Find Jackson:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0aUhZMbG1nz102PvP9HKdW

Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jackson-klippenstein/1696202600

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jacksonklippensteinmusic5126

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacksonkmusic/

Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inthezone.wpg/

OSANI is an Indigenous and Guyanese artist, rapper, and producer whose sound blends atmospheric trap, experimental hip hop, and raw storytelling. Hailing from the West End of Winnipeg, his music is rooted in personal experiences—from systemic oppression and cultural displacement to deep love for family and community. Drawing inspiration from artists like Yeat, Playboi Carti, Sean Leon, and Kodak Black, OSANI shapes his own sonic world: cinematic, unpredictable, and emotionally charged.

Find OSANI:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4JWiFpU4KeL5DeimZGaJoD

Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/osani/1806212150

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@obalkaran

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/osani_balkaran/

Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inthezone.wpg/

Sandman is a nice guy.

Find Sandman:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2UytYzhVi9dPgPi9FIFGI4

Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/sandman/1473060600

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZUrFCfwoOkA8oJrX9WIoPw

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandmanxo/

Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inthezone.wpg/

Dayloft is a laid back yet vibrant synth pop/indie project whose sound is constantly evolving. Known for their swaying melodies and emotionally resonant lyrics, their warm vocals, groovy bass, and soothing synths are sure to immerse you into a dreamy escape.

Find Dayloft:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0owBiUKsnAmoSRutBKjmKg

Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/dayloft/1664015711

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1fbNZMAAVp7_CNPt0ZI5wA

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dayloft_band/

Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inthezone.wpg/

Drawing inspiration from folklore, mysticism, and the natural world,  FERNANDA is an intuitive artist with vivid vision and a powerful voice. Her debut record 'Deer Trails' (Available December 5th on Bandcamp) is a demo-tape inspired collection of songs for the pathfinder and poet. Weaving elements of folk, roots, rock, and blues together into an eclectic realm of her own, FERNANDA carries the spirit of folk music into the modern world, calling listeners to remember the importance of storytelling and self expression.

Find FERNANDA:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3QYhZObUceIa6JUZ9guNOf

Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/fernanda/1808081630

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@song.of.fernanda

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visions.of.fernanda/

Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inthezone.wpg/

Hailing from Winnipeg, Manitoba, Show Pony is a wild ride through the heart of rock and roll, dressed to thrill in cowboy hats, snake skin boots, and a shimmer of sequins. With a raw fusion of gutsy punk energy and arena-shaking rock 'n' roll, they pull listeners into their electrifying, glam-soaked universe. Their sound is a high-octane mix of soaring melodies, blistering spaghetti-western riffs, and infectious choruses that stick in your head long after the show ends.

Find Show Pony:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5r5fSaNafAZELEOuw650jo

Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/show-pony/1545835487

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy81OMHXk-gMDFj4bhJVChw

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/showponyband/

Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inthezone.wpg/

Guilty Sleep is an emo/shoegaze adjacent band centered around the melancholic reality of staying in bed and doing nothing. Backed by Eric, Haise, Nick, Liam, and Los, Guilty Sleep aims to create a wall of sound that engulfs listeners as they continue through the monotony of life.

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3SzyT1sZGeTds7tluS62gS

Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/guilty-sleep/1679865919

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@guiltysleepmusic

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/guiltysleep.music/

Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inthezone.wpg/

Jace Bodner, a funk/soul/pop artist hailing from Winnipeg, Canada, is recognized for more than just his incredibly handsome looks. Drawing inspiration from funk and soul legends like Stevie Wonder, Earth Wind & Fire, and Vulfpeck, Jace's music also explores the realms of rock and folk, resulting in a distinctive blend infused with his own creative flair. He is currently based in Nice, France, as the guitarist for international event band, The Phly Boyz.

Find Jace:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1UE9lf5Ycq89gWzf4NJHOV

Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jace-bodner/1532094322

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jacebodner

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacebodner/

Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inthezone.wpg/

At just 22 years of age, Irvin Miller is quickly gaining recognition as one of Manitoba’s most exciting young performers. Elevating the room with his unique blend of country, funk, gospel, and old-school R&B, he conjures a songwriting ability seldom found in artists of his age group. Pairing that with his soulful voice and relaxed charisma, Irvin Miller is cementing himself as one of the finest rising stars that Western Canada has to offer.

Find Irvin:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2mMtJ8QS6UQRanMhKU8TZm

Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/irvin-miller/1805133589

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@irvinmillermusic

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/irvinmillerband/

Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inthezone.wpg/