Its A Music Thing

Its A Music Thing

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  • Episode 95 - Jim Agapito

    Well its been another little stretch of no podcasts but we end that today. We have the singer and namesake of AGAPITO the one, the only Jim Agapito. We delve into his growing up and how he got into music. Jim also had a battle with addiction and has over come that and we get into that as well. It was amazing learning about Jim's journey and its not done yet. As well as being a front person of a band he is also an acclaimed filmmaker AND has his very own podcast Recovering Filipino on CBC Radio.


    As always a huge huge thank you to The Sorels for providing us with our music. Check out their page and buy their music!!!!

    If you are struggling with addictions here is a link that provides adults with the help they need here in Manitoba. 

    1 hr 27 min
  • Episode 94 - Ron Friesen (Agapito)

    Hey all. Welcome back from your holidays!!!! 


    On this episode we have the incredible Ron Friesen from Agapito. I took the week off last week and I am SO excited for everyone to hear my conversation with Ron. 


    HUGE HUGE HUGE thank you to The Sorels for providing my intro music.


    Next up we were pushing The Brew Banger on Jan 6,7,8 a benefit for The Park Theatre. As of right now we aren't sure if this show is happening or not because of well you know what. Check out the link and stay on top of whats happening. 


    Next up Winterruption here in Winnipeg has been post phoned. I am not sure when this will be happening but HOPEFULLY it will be going down in February. Check out the link to see who will hopefully be performing. 

    1 hr 27 min
  • Episode 93 - Mike Peters (Agapito / Cancer Bats)
    Hey you wonderful podcast listeners. Welcome back to Its a music thing where the names aren't made up and the music does matter. On this episode we get into the musical life of Mike Peters. Some of y'all might know Mike from the band Cancer Bats but he also slays for Agapito
    We get into his life growing up and how he got into music and where it has taken him. He is a busy fella so THANK you to Mike for making the time to talk to me. Also a HUGE HUGE HUGE thank you to The Sorels for providing the opening music. 
    We also have a couple sponsors we would like to shout out.
    First up is an amazing festival that will be happening in Winnipeg in January 25-30 2022 in venues all over the city. Head over to Winterruption to see a FULL schedule and artist listing. Buy some tickets help support local artists. 
    We also have a fundraiser for the Park Theatre. Check out BREW BASH's FULL LIST of artists playing over January 6,7,8 you can check tickets for all three shows or just one if that is what tickles your pits. Make sure you check this out to help support our local venues. Really what else you have going on in the dead of January?
    1 hr 26 min
  • Episode 92 - Ryan Nash (Agapito, Union Stockyards, Agassiz)

    In this episode (and for the next few) I get into it with all the members of Agapito. They have a new album recorded and are dolling out singles for tasty treats for our ear balls this holiday season. Ryan has been around the scene a good long time and has gave SO much to us. It was really great learning about his musical journey and learning about all the bands he has played in and continues to play in. If you want to check out some of Ryans other musical offerings check out Union Stockyards OR check out Agassiz


    As always SO MUCH love to The Sorels for providing me with the opening music. You can get all their stuff here.

    Here is all the info for the three night BREW BANGER A three night pass will cost ya $57.30 plus applicable fees and taxes. That is DIRT CHEAP for three nights of incredible bands. 

    1 hr 30 min
  • Episode 91 - Matt (Desperate Acts)

    On this episode we get into it with Matt from Desperate Acts. We talk about his time with Winnipeg's own Comeback Kid as well as just like every episode talk about his musical journey and how he ended up where he is now. I really love when new music just appears (kind of out of nowhere) and falls into my ear balls. 


    You can check out Desperate acts here:   https://www.facebook.com/desperateactsmn/ (sorry the link button isn't working so just copy and paste)


    or here: https://desperateacts.bandcamp.com

    As always a huge thank you to the wonderful folks in The Sorels for our intro music. 

    1 hr 28 min
  • Episode 90 - Robert Wantland(The Last Gang/Love Signals)

    Well I have finally gotten around to posting a new episode. Lazy.... Maybe but really life just got busy and the podcast had to take a bit of a back seat. Its back up and running now though BAAAABEEEEEY. Kicking it all off with Robert the drummer from The Last Gang. We talk about growing up in California, going to shows and of course start at the start and track his music journey to the present. 


    The Last Gang has a brand new album out called "Noise Noise Noise" you can buy it here.

    Last Gang Website


    Also as always a HUGE thanks to The Sorels for providing the intro music. 


    1 hr 15 min
  • Episode 89 - Mike (Circus Rhapsody)

    On this episode I have the chance to talk to the bass player and singer from Berlin's own Circus Rhapsody. We get into growing up in Germany and going to shows as well as travel back through his musical history and how Circus Rhapsody came to be. They have a brand new album out now entitled "Just Kidding" on Mannequin Vanity Records.


    Thank you to The Sorels for providing us with our intro. They have a new 7 inch out and you should probably own it.

    Also big thank you to THE WPG for welcoming IAMT into their podcast community. THE WPG should be your go to website for all events (that will hopefully be going on again soon) in Winnipeg.

    Our sponsors Dusty Wax Records have been busy at work securing a new release AND they still have some of their Guttermouth re-releases available. Make sure you are following them on all their socials so you do NOT miss out on anything. 

    57 min
  • Episode 88 - Mat Perlman ( FAT MAT )

    Hey y'all. Sorry about the lack of an episode last week but you know sometimes life gets in the way and shit happens. This weeks will make up for it I promise. On this episode I get a chance to talk to my bud Mat Perlman who has done just about everything you can imagine when it comes to working in live music. Worked the door, promoted shows, been in bands, etc etc etc. You get what I am saying!!!! Hope everyone enjoys this as much as I did.


    Also HUGE shout out to our sponsor DUSTY WAX RECORDS. They just re-released some Guttermouth albums and the guys have been working very hard on some new stuff for everyone. Make sure you are following all their socials so you do NOT miss out on what is coming next.

    Thank you to THE WPG MAGAZINE for bringing is into their podcast family. THE WPG has a lot of daily content going up and once events are back in full swing this is the place where you will want to go to check out what is going on around Winnipeg.

    Lastly thank you to the wonderful ladies in THE SORELS They have a brand new ep out. Head over to their band camp to check it out and pick it up. We promise you will not be sad you did. It's amazing. 

    1 hr 37 min
  • Episode 87 - Martin LaFrenier (Clipwing, High Five Drive, North Graffiti, Looksmart)

    This episode was a long long loooooong time in coming. I had the chance to sit down and talk to Clipwing's lead singer Marty. I have known Marty for a few years now and it was great to sit down and talk to him. As well as playing in about 700+ bands he is also an incredible videographer. It's been amazing watching Looksmart video continue to grow and get better and better.


    Clipwing Bandcamp
    Clipwing Facebook
    Looksmart Facebook

    THANK YOU to our amazing sponsor Dusty Wax Records. Make sure you are following their social media platforms so you know when things are going on sale and you can keep up with the newest rereleases.

    Also a HUGE thank you to The Sorels for the opening music. They have a new EP out click the link to pick it up!

    Last but never least. Make sure you are checking out THE WPG MAGAZINE to see what is going on around Winnipeg. We are beyond blessed to be part of their podcast network. They have a lot of new content going up daily.

    1 hr 47 min
  • Episode 86 - Joey Senft (Photographer)

    This one is special to me friends. Joey is my buddy and fellow show photographer. She is dare I say a Winnipeg LEGEND!!!! You have seen her at so many show I can guarantee that. She will make it to 2, 3 or even sometimes 4 shows in a night. Maybe its at Bell MTS or a basement. Joey is the hardest working show photog in our city hands down. In this conversation we get into how Joey got into taking photos and what keeps her drive alive to keep doing this very often thankless job (my words not hers)


    Big thank you to our sponsors DUSTY WAX RECORDS. Click on the link to check them out. They just re-released two Guttermouth records and have very low stock of their remaining variants. Make sure you are subscribing to their social media accounts to see what they have coming up next. 

    Also a huge thank you to our pals in THE SORELS for providing us with our intro music. They have a new EP / 7" out. Make sure you snap that up or if you aren't into vinyl just click on the link and buy it digitally!


    Lastly make sure you are checking out THE WPG MAGAZINE they have A LOT of really great content going up daily and we are lucky enough to be part of their incredible podcast network. Click around check it out, tell your friends. 

    1 hr 20 min

About Its A Music Thing

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Every week we will sit down with a musician or someone that helps make the music scene continue to work.