Ivan Doroschuk—frontman of iconic new-wave band Men Without Hats—joins Meet Me For Coffee to talk creative process, the story around “The Safety Dance,” staying relevant across decades, touring memories, and what’s next for the band.

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In this episode:

• Origins of Men Without Hats & the Montreal scene
• How “The Safety Dance” exploded (and what people get wrong)
• Songwriting, synths, and evolving the live show
• Longevity: reinvention, resilience, and fans
• What’s coming up for Men Without Hats

⏱️ Chapters

00:00 Intro

00:35 Ivan joins the show

03:10 Early days & influences

08:30 Writing “The Safety Dance”

12:45 Breaking worldwide

15:40 New music & projects

18:20 Wrap

🎙️ About Meet Me For Coffee

Conversations with artists and creators from rock to pop culture—hosted by George Panayi. Grab a mug, tune in, and escape with great stories.

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Alt-rock risers Blame My Youth sit down with George Panayi to break down “The Break,” the band’s writing process, big-chorus production, touring highlights, and what’s next. We get into honest lyrics, studio gear, and how the band keeps the energy high on stage.

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Chapters

00:00 Intro

00:35 Why this era matters for BMY

03:10 Writing with no filter

07:40 “The Break” — song story & hooks

11:20 Studio & production talk

15:05 Tour moments & fan favorites

19:30 What’s next for Blame My Youth

22:20 Quickfire + outro

About  @blamemyyouth 

Known for massive choruses and no-filter storytelling, Blame My Youth continue to push alternative rock forward with high-energy tracks and festival-ready performances. In this interview we unpack the mindset behind “The Break,” the creative habits that keep the songs sharp, and the road that’s ahead.

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Guest: Brandon “Taz” Niederauer

Topics: Broadway breakthrough (School of Rock), first big stages, practice mindset, tone talk (guitars/pedals/amps), advice for young players.

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• 00:00 Intro — why Taz’s story hits different
• 02:05 From school halls to Broadway (School of Rock)
• 06:40 First big stages & what he learned
• 11:15 Practice mindset & staying creative
• 15:50 Tone talk: guitars, pedals, amps (favorites)
• 21:10 Advice for young players & handling pressure
• 25:45 Rapid-fire Q&A + closing thoughts

Guitarist, singer, and songwriter who broke out on Broadway in School of Rock. Known for virtuosic, high-energy performances and inspiring the next wave of players.

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Under Black Sky’s Onyx breaks down *Bad Blood* and the new single “Pull Through.”We cover The Seer persona, writing inside **The Order Beneath** mythos, the exact tone chain choices that make choruses hit, and how UBS turns concerts into story-driven experiences.

TOPICS: narrative-first songwriting • space vs. notes • live rig for seamless scene changes • non-metal influences • rapid-fire.

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In this episode, I sit down with the organizers of Rushfest, the ultimate international celebration of Rush — one of the most iconic progressive rock bands of all time.

We talk about:

🔥 How Rushfest got started

🇨🇦 The band's deep connection to fans around the world

🎶 Tribute bands, rare collectibles, and festival highlights

❤️ How the event supports charitable causes in Neil Peart’s memory

🌍 Bringing Rush fans together from across the globe

Whether you're a die-hard Rush fan or just discovering their genius, this conversation gives you a backstage pass into a festival built by fans, for fans.

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In this episode of Meet Me For Coffee, George Panayi sits down with Boone Froggett, frontman of the hard-hitting Southern rock band OTIS. Hailing from Kentucky, Boone shares stories from the road, the roots of OTIS’s sound, and how the band is keeping the flame of true Southern rock and blues alive in today’s music scene.

🔥 Inside the Episode:

• Boone’s musical influences and the soul of OTIS’s sound
• How the band is evolving while staying true to their roots
• The spirit of Kentucky and its impact on their songwriting
• What’s next for OTIS and why they’re not slowing down

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What happens when street-level swagger meets world-class musicianship? You get the Heavyweights Brass Band—Canada’s answer to New Orleans-style funk, jazz, soul, and brass-fueled energy.

In this episode of Meet Me For Coffee, George sits down with band member Paul Metcalfe to talk about the group’s wild musical journey—from the streets of Toronto to stages across the globe

This one’s packed with groove, laughs, and deep musical insight—don’t miss it!

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In this episode of Meet Me For Coffee, George sits down with the king of dark humor and inappropriate bedtime stories — Brad Gosse. Known for his viral adult children’s books and no-filter stand-up, Brad shares how he built a comedy empire by saying all the things you're not supposed to.

From his career in stand-up comedy to touring with the unapologetically outrageous Ben Bankas, Brad talks shop, shock value, and how embracing discomfort turned into a business model.

No topic is too taboo, no punchline too dark — this episode is not for the easily offended... but it is for the brutally honest.

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