Danny Miles is the drummer for July Talk, producer, DJ, photographer, and all around creative force. We dig deep into his journey: from touring the world with July Talk, to his solo projects, producing hip-hop inspired instrumentals, and even releasing a photography and poetry book, The Beauty of Vultures.

Credits:

Recorded at Catherine North Studios (Hamilton, Ontario)

Produced by StereoRuss and StereoRuss Media

Production Assistant: Michelle Palau

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Ariana Fig is back on Inside the Music! She is a singer, songwriter, and producer, this time with even more stories, songs, and laughs. Two years after her first interview, Ariana talks with StereoRuss about how her sound and mindset have evolved while creating her soon to be released debut album, So Long Sinner State.

Credits

Recorded at Catherine North Studios (Hamilton, Ontario)

Produced by StereoRuss and StereoRuss Media

Production Assistant: Michelle Palau

Listen to Ariana Fig Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7t96BctZBDQcfKnDfREzDg

Watch Deep End: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gnheSh5Q9gU&list=RDgnheSh5Q9gU&start_radio=1

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StereoRuss sits down with ROA, rapper, visual artist, and poet, inside Halo Studios, discussing the grind behind the art: showing up, networking, building community, and why creativity is really about pattern recognition (in bars, drawings, even chess).

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Credits

Filmed @ Halo Studios with Danny Smart Recorded by StereoRuss Edited by StereoRuss & Michelle Palau

Chapters

0:00 - 12:00 Working Behind the Scenes in The Music Industry 12:01 - 20:35 The Love of Hip Hop 20:36 - 24:33 Rap Battling 24:34 - 32:38 Finding Patterns in Art 32:39 - 43:39 Favourite BIC Pen 43:40 - 52:12 Green House Collective

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StereoRuss goes on location at Into the Abyss Records with Public Health, Hamilton’s latest noise rock quartet. They talk about building community through DIY spaces, pushing sonic boundaries with harsh tones and feedback, and the inspirations that shaped their sound.

Topics in this interview:

What makes a DIY venue different from a bar

How Public Health evolved from psych rock to noise rock

The recording process of their debut album (including vocals tracked in a bathroom!)

Hamilton’s thriving underground scene and must hear local bands

Why they want to be as LOUD as possible

Recorded on location at Into the Abyss Records, Hamilton, Ontario

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Buddha Abusah is a hip hop artist, producer, engineer, who brings his raw and honest energy for an uplifting conversation about music, fatherhood, and staying true to your path.

Buddha opens up about the meaning behind his name, the philosophy of be, do, have, and why he believes creativity should never be compromised by ego, money, or outside expectations. The two talk about the balance between family and art, how to maintain your creative fire through life’s ups and downs, and the story behind Buddha’s new Just About Love EP, a heartfelt dedication to his wife and family.

They also dive into beat making and production philosophy: kicks vs. snares, why the shaker is the secret sauce, and how emotional resonance guides Buddha’s entire creative process. Plus, he shares the origin story of his group Greenhouse Collective, and why he believes conversation and collaboration are at the heart of everything.

This episode is packed with insight for musicians, producers, dreamers, and anyone trying to live a life of purpose and passion.

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StereoRuss visits the eclectic Tape Studio for conversation with Adam Bentley: musician, producer, and founder of the music marketing company Auteur Research (since recording the company has changed it's name to Echo Myron). Adam opens up about his early days in the Hamilton indie scene, how a fictional label and a MySpace hustle turned into a 15+ year career helping artists reach new audiences, and why the title “Dreamcrusher” isn’t as harsh as it sounds.

The two discuss the evolution of music marketing, from blog hype to today’s playlist economy and short form video strategies. Adam also talks about his experimental electronic project Allegories, the creative process behind their new song “Dreamcrusher,” and how ukuleles are a useful instrument to write music with.

This episode is packed with insight for emerging artists, longtime gearheads, and anyone interested in what it takes to stay creative and survive in a shifting music industry landscape.

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https://www.instagram.com/allegoriestype/

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Danny Smart is a producer, musician, and podcast host working out of the vibrant Halo Studio in Hamilton, Ontario.

Originally from a small town in England, Danny shares his journey from cruise ship performer to becoming a key player in Hamilton’s music scene. He reflects on his love for country music, his early musical influences (shoutout Johnny Cash), and what ultimately drew him to Canada, and to Hamilton.

The two dive into Danny’s work at Halo Studio, his passion for community, and his efforts to build something bigger through his podcast "Tones of the Hammer" and a new micro label focused on artist development and collaboration. Danny talks openly about the importance of trying, failing, and trying again, and why creating content and sharing stories is vital to a thriving music scene.

This episode is for anyone building something from scratch, chasing curiosity, or just curious about what makes Hamilton such a hidden musical gem.

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Tom Meikle (aka Mappe Of) is a genre bending vocalist, guitarist, and electronic musician. We explore the layered, emotional worlds behind his music and discuss his upcoming album Afterglades which will be released September 19.

Recorded at Catherine North Studios, Tom’s creative second home, Tom opens up about his creative process, from guitar-forward songwriting to glitchy modular synth experimentation, and even building glitch textures by importing .exe software files into Audacity (yes, really!).

Whether you're a fan of ambient guitar, high-concept sound design, or just want to hear two Radiohead nerds discuss Kid A, this episode is a headphone worthy ride through some of the most inventive and heartfelt music being made today.

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Will Crann is a producer and co-owner of the the legendary Catherine North Studios in Hamilton, Ontario.

Will shares his journey to becoming co-owner of one of Hamilton’s most beloved recording spaces. He opens up about his early days playing bass in House Art, how a broken piece of gear led to an internship that turned into studio ownership, and why he's grateful for the people he works with.

The conversation dives into the realities of running a commercial studio, everything from cleaning mixes to cleaning bathrooms. Will also reflects on what makes a great collaboration between artist and producer and the emotional depth of a good mix.

Whether you’re a gearhead, a budding artist, or just a fan of stories from behind the scenes, this episode is a down to earth look at what it really means to live a life in music, and build a space where others can do the same.

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Robb Cappelletto is back! Robb is a world renowned jazz guitarist who just released his latest album Float with his instrumental jazz-fusion group Re.verse.

Robb shares the band’s journey from weekly bar residencies to headlining the Toronto Jazz Festival, and how years of live performance and experimentation shaped the tight, genre-blending sound on Float. He breaks down the balance between composition and improvisation, the subtle science of groove, and how a spontaneous jam turned into the band’s standout single “Trails.”

The episode dives deep into the nuances of modern instrumental music, the legacy of J Dilla’s drumming, and how a single Instagram clip sparked debate across the internet. Robb also opens up about finding the perfect studio match in engineer Alex Gamble, tracking without a click, and building music that hits with both precision and feel.

Whether you're a producer, a guitarist, or just a music fan, this episode is a masterclass in musicianship, authenticity, and the grind behind great instrumental records.

Featuring live spins of:

 Smoke Signals” – Re.verse

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https://www.instagram.com/rvrs416/

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