Episode #8 of the Northern Static Series featuring Aquiles Tarumba.

In this episode, we are featuring Aquiles Tarumba who is fairly new to our music scene here in Prince George. We chat about his journey as an artist and the projects that led him to where he is today, current projects he is exploring, and dig into his songwriting process. 

Listen to Aquiles Tarumba Here

Catch new episodes of the Northern Static Series on CFUR 88.7FM every Wednesday at 8pm, re-broadcasted on Sundays at 11am. All episodes will be posted on our website, mixcloud, and WATCH full episodes on youtube

• Recorded, Mixed and Mastered by Nathan Kelly
• Produced by Genevieve Tucker and Nathan Kelly
• Interviewed by Genevieve Tucker

This initiative is made possible by the Community Radio Fund of Canada

Contents of this podcast: 

• 00:00 - Intro 
• 01:30 - Interview
• 32:30 - Song Exploration
• 50:00 - Live Performance

Songs by Aquiles Tarumba:

• Atardecer El Vals
• La Luz

Live Performance Songs by Aquiles Tarumba:

• Nada Permanecerá
• Palíndromo
• Cisticero

Episode #7 of the Northern Static Series featuring ellescriv.

Lorissa Scriven’s distinctive brand of earthy folk has its roots deep in the river valleys of northern British Columbia, where she grew steeped in music and wild places. Among the spruce and aspen of her hometown, Taylor BC, this Saulteau Nations woman found songs spontaneously happening inside her as naturally as a river flowing. 

Keep up with ellscriv here.

Catch new episodes of the Northern Static Series on CFUR 88.7FM every Wednesday at 8pm, re-broadcasted on Sundays at 11am. All episodes will be posted on our ⁠website⁠, ⁠mixcloud⁠, and WATCH full episodes on ⁠youtube⁠

• Recorded, Mixed and Mastered by Nathan Kelly
• Produced by Genevieve Tucker and Nathan Kelly
• Interviewed by Genevieve Tucker

This initiative is made possible by the Community Radio Fund of Canada

Contents of this Podcast: 

• 00:00 - Intro
• 01:35 - Interview
• 35:00 - Song Exploration
• 56:00 - Live Acoustic Performance

Songs by ellescriv: 

• Eye Yi Yi
• Brain on Fire 

Live performance Songs by ellescriv: 

• Dreams
• Longer
• Too Lazy

Episode #6 of the Northern Static Series featuring Nathan Kelly.

Nathan Kelly steps in front of the camera to be our featured artist for this special episode of Northern Static Series. We learn more about Nathan’s past, memories of the different music scenes that have evolved over the years here in Prince George, tips and tricks for maintaining a long time band such as Crones, and get to hear some brand new Nathan Kelly songs! 

Keep up with Nathan and all things Crones here

Catch new episodes of the Northern Static Series on CFUR 88.7FM every Wednesday at 8pm, re-broadcasted on Sundays at 11am. All episodes will be posted on our website, mixcloud, and WATCH full episodes on youtube

• Recorded, Mixed and Mastered by Nathan Kelly
• Produced by Genevieve Tucker and Nathan Kelly
• Interviewed by Genevieve Tucker

This initiative is made possible by the Community Radio Fund of Canada

Contents of this video:

• 00:00 - Intro
• 01:33 - Interview
• 30:00 - Song Exploration
• 50:50 - Live Performance

Songs by Nathan Kelly/Crones:

• Automatic Writing
• Disemboweled Palomino 

Live Performance Songs by Nathan Kelly:

• So Much Time
• Gnocchi
• Big Dreams
• Tiny Bedroom Spider

Episode #5 of the Northern Static Series featuring Britt A.M. Britt A.M brings a punk rock sense of urgency to her music, weaving catchy, melodic guitar lines beneath her carefully crafted lyrics. A true cornerstone of our local music scene, she has been instrumental in shaping its sound and spirit. Her journey has been one of relentless creativity. Tune in and catch this special interview, in depth song exploration, and intimate performance by Britt A.M

Keep up with Britt A.M here

Catch new episodes of the Northern Static Series on CFUR 88.7FM every Wednesday at 8pm, re-broadcasted on Sundays at 11am. All episodes will be posted on our website, mixcloud, and Watch the entire episode on youtube.

• Recorded, Mixed and Mastered by Nathan Kelly
• Produced by Genevieve Tucker and Nathan Kelly
• Interviewed by Genevieve Tucker

This initiative is made possible by the Community Radio Fund of Canada

Contents of this Podcast:

• 00:00 - Intro 
• 02:00 - Interview
• 33:45 - Song Exploration
• 53:55 - Live Performance

Songs by Britt A.M.:

• Catch a Breath
• Ode to Grey

Live Performance Songs by Britt A.M.:

• February
• Reconstruction
• Hoping For The Best
• Anthroposcene

Episode #4 of the Northern Static Series featuring Corbin Spensley.

We were so excited to have Corbin Spensley in the studio to share more about his life and experiences as a musician growing up in Prince George. He takes us through the history of his bands/projects that have led him to the present day, shares memories of the punk scene, busking days, and much more.  His heartfelt acoustic performance will bring your eyes to tears, grab a tissue! 

Catch new episodes of the Northern Static Series on CFUR 88.7FM every Wednesday at 8pm, re-broadcasted on Sundays at 11am. All episodes will be posted on our website, mixcloud, and WATCH FULL EPISODE on youtube.

• Recorded, Mixed and Mastered by Nathan Kelly
• Produced by Genevieve Tucker and Nathan Kelly
• Interviewed by Genevieve Tucker

This initiative is made possible by the Community Radio Fund of Canada

Contents of this Podcast: 

• 00:00 Intro
• 02:55 Interview
• 36:00 Live Performance

Songs by Corbin Spensley:

• Talk Me Down
• Lonesome Whistle
• Dreaming
• These Chords

Episode #3 of the Northern Static Series featuring Amy Blanding. We are excited to be featuring Amy Blanding who has been highly celebrated in our local & regional music scene for well over a decade in this Northern Static Series Episode. Amy collects moments in the northern wild and turns them into stalwart protest folk songs with a raw edge. Known for her profound songwriting, she is unapologetically creating the music that needs to be heard. We were honoured to sit and chat about Amy’s past, present and future dreams as a musician. Be sure to catch her powerful acoustic performance after the song exploration piece, it’ll give you goosebumps in the best way. 

Keep up with Amy Blanding here

Catch new episodes of the Northern Static Series on CFUR 88.7FM every Wednesday at 8pm, re-broadcasted on Sundays at 11am. All episodes will be posted on our website, mixcloud, and WATCH the entire episode youtube 

• Recorded, Mixed and Mastered by Nathan Kelly
• Produced by Genevieve Tucker and Nathan Kelly
• Interviewed by Genevieve Tucker

This initiative is made possible by the Community Radio Fund of Canada

Contents of this Podcast:

• 00:00 - Intro 
• 01:50 - Interview
• 39:30 - Song Exploration
• 01:00:50 - Live Performance

Songs by Amy Blanding: 

• Ain’t Nobody
• Sunbirds (Ft. Reckless Burning)

Live Performance Songs by Amy Blanding:

• Lullaby to My Tender Comrades
• Grace
• The Drums Belong To Us

Danny Bell - Episode #2 - Northern Static Series

From performing as a drummer with many celebrated bands in our region such as Black Spruce Bog, Folky Strum Strum, Saltwater Hank, & Dead Sexy just to name a few, to bringing artists and live music to our community as a sound person and presenter for his company Madloon Entertainment, to providing a space for artists in our community to flourish on stage by hosting the open mic at Nancy Os, to starting his own musical project as an accordion fronted band known as Danny Bell and his disappointments, Danny Bell, our featured artist, has been a staple in our local & regional music scene for over a decade. Tune into this episode of Northern Static Series where we get to learn more about the person who’s such an integral part of our music community! 

Keep up with Danny Bell here.

Catch new episodes of the Northern Static Series on CFUR 88.7FM every Wednesday at 8pm, re-broadcasted on Sundays at 11am. All episodes will be posted on our website, mixcloud, and WATCH full episodes on youtube

• Recorded, Mixed and Mastered by Nathan Kelly
• Produced by Genevieve Tucker and Nathan Kelly
• Interviewed by Genevieve Tucker

This initiative is made possible by the Community Radio Fund of Canada

Contents of this Podcast: 

• 00:00 - Intro
• 01:50 - Interview 
• 37:20 - Song Exploration

Songs by Danny Bell:

• Kickflip, Pop Shuvit
• Overpass
  

From performing at open mics, community jams, with pals around campfires, and playing in the energetic alt-folk band, Patchwork, our featured artist, Brock Patch, has been a staple in our local music scene for over a decade. Tune in to catch Genevieve and Brock chat about his new venture recording his first solo release at his home studio, and his journey through his music career thus far! 

Check out Brock Patch's latest release: https://brockpatch.bandcamp.com/album/surrounded-by-the-pine-trees

Catch new episodes of the Northern Static Series on CFUR 88.7FM every Wednesday at 8pm, re-broadcasted on Sundays at 11am. All episodes will be posted on our website, mixcloud, youtube, and can be found on podcast platforms “Northern Static Series” Follow along on our Instagram to keep up to date on our latest releases.

• Recorded, Mixed, Edited by Nathan Kelly 
• Produced by Genevieve Tucker and Nathan Kelly
• Interviewed by Genevieve Tucker

This initiative is made possible by the Community Radio Fund of Canada. 

The Northern Static Series is a multi-platform music and storytelling project that highlights the diverse talent of Northern British Columbia and beyond. Produced by CFUR Radio on Lheidli T’enneh Territory, Prince George, BC,  the series showcases a vibrant mix of in-depth artist interviews, live acoustic performances, and personal reflections on previously recorded songs.

Each episode invites listeners behind the scenes into the creative world of emerging and established musicians—exploring their songwriting processes, recording experiences, and the realities of making music in a rural context. The Northern Static Series captures the sound and spirit of the North.

Contents of this Podcast: 

• 00:00 - Intro
• 01:18 - Interview
• 24:00 - Song Exploration
• 44:35 - Live Performance

Songs by Brock Patch:

• Steady in the Middle
• Seasons Change

Live Acoustic Performance songs by Brock Patch:

• Surrounded by the Pine Trees
• Meet me in the Pine
• Sunset After Dark