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- STATE OF THE BLUES…WITH JON HINES & ECBS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR CATHY PROTHRO
In this episode, host Chris Batstone talks about the STATE OF THE BLUES in Atlantic Canada with musician Jon Hines and East Coast Blues Society (ECBS) Executive Director Cathy Prothro. A small but mighty community, Blues has a strong and rich history. Everywhere you go, across Canada and the world, there is a Blues Venue and a host of musicians and fans to go along with. Chris finds out why Blues is so strong and what ECBS is doing to keep that going.
A big thank you to Radio ECMA sponsor, TD, for supporting this episode.
Chris Batstone
ECMA
Jon Hines
East Coast Blues Society
41 min - THE ECMA MENTAL WELLNESS INITIATIVE WITH ERRIN WILLIAMS FT. MUSIC BY ERIN COSTELO & MATT STEELE & THE CORVETTE SUNSET
In this episode, host Chris Batstone talks with licensed clinical therapist and social worker Errin Williams. Exploring the importance of mental wellness, specifically within the music industry, they cover topics such as loneliness, addictions, and the glorification of the “tortured artist”. Errin highlights her experience of working in the industry for many years and how she is working with ECMA to present the ECMA Wellness Initiative.
To learn more about the ECMA Wellness Initiative, or to reach out to Errin Williams, please visit https://www.ecma.com/health-wellness/ .
The "Help From My Friends" Peer Support Program is a project proudly funded by the Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia.
https://www.mentalhealthns.ca/Chris Batstone
ECMA
44 min - SPEAKING HER TRUTH - THE STORY OF RACHEL COUSINS
Specially requested by Chris Batstone, this episode of the Radio ECMA podcast features St. John’s own Rachel Cousins. She is speaking her truth, not only how it plays out in her music but also how this relates to her mental health. As she is making her way through her own struggles, Rachel hopes that by telling her story she can help others through what they are experiencing.
Rachel Cousins
Chris Batstone
ECMA
47 min - APPLYING FOR SHOWCASES & AWARDS: THE INDUSTRY PERSPECTIVE WITH NIGEL JENKINS, LISA GLEAVE, TREVOR MURPHY & ALEXANDRA GOLDEN
Ever wondered what the ‘other side’ is looking for in a submissions application? Look no further! In this week’s episode, get an insider’s perspective on the submissions process with industry experts Nigel Jenkins (LHM Records), Lisa Gleave (Atlantic Presenters Association), Trevor Murphy (publicist/Acadian Embassy/musician), and Alexandra Golden (The Juno Awards). Answering your questions such as, is hiring a grant writer worth its cost? How important is a video recording, should it include an audience? And do jurors truly look at the optional fields? Learn what you need to have in your toolkit to successfully apply for showcases, awards, and grant applications in this insightful roundtable episode.
The 2022 East Coast Music Association’s submissions period opens September 13 at 12PM (ADT) and closes October 8 at 11:59PM (ADT), 2021.
LHM Records (Nigel Jenkins)
Atlantic Presenters Association (Lisa Gleave)
Acadian Embassy (Trevor Murphy)
The Juno Awards (Alexandra Golden)
Chris Batstone
ECMA
37 min - APPLYING FOR SHOWCASES & AWARDS WITH MALLORY JOHNSON, ÉMILIE LANDRY, MIKE BIGGAR AND REENY SMITH
This week’s episode is an artist roundtable on submissions! Host Chris Batstone chats with Mallory Johnson (NL), Emilie Landry (NB), Mike Biggar (NB), and Reeny Smith (NS) for an artist’s first-hand experience on the submissions process when applying for showcases, awards, and grants. Tune in for some helpful tips and tricks such as how to write an eye-catching biography, what a first-time applicant’s ‘starter kit’ should entail, and the importance of putting your best foot forward. Plus, tune into a fun trivia round at the end!
The 2022 East Coast Music Association’s submissions period opens September 13 at 12PM (ADT) and closes October 8 at 11:59PM (ADT), 2021.
Mallory Johnson
Émilie Landry
Mike Biggar
Reeny Smith
Chris Batstone
ECMA
49 min - IN THE NAME OF LOVE - CELEBRATING HALIFAX PRIDE WITH BURRY AND GOOD DEAR GOOD
This week’s episode is all in the name of love! In an episode celebrating Halifax Pride, host Chris Batstone sits down to chat with guest artists alternative-pop band Good Dear Good (Nova Scotia) and indie-pop musician Burry (Nova Scotia). Discussing their involvement in the biggest 2SLGBTQ+ community pride event in Atlantic Canada, the musicians touch upon what that means to them, as Good Dear Good explains how being queer influences the songwriting process, and their inclusivity at shows. While Burry chats about how being non-binary is an opportunity for songwriting, rather than a pressure, and how their dyslexia effects their art. Feel the love in this celebratory episode!
Featured songs:
“Guess Again” Good Dear Good
“Luna” Burry
Good Dear Good
Burry
Chris Batstone
ECMA
44 min - GLOBAL MUSIC MATCH: A ROUND TABLE DISCUSSION WITH CHRISTINA MARTIN, SAULPAUL AND KARATE KACTUS
In this week’s episode, it’s all about Global Music Match (GMM)! Host Chris Batstone sits down to chat with three GMM alumni, Christina Martin (Nova Scotia), SaulPaul (Texas), and Karate Kactus (Newfoundland and Labrador). Having participated in the first edition of GMM just last year, the trio discuss the unique opportunity it provided them amidst a pandemic, the role of being both a tutor and mentor with peers, and why they refer to it as a “social media bootcamp.” All of this and more, get a first-hand look at an artist’s experience during GMM.
Featured songs:
“Always Reminding” Christina Martin
“Just Call” SaulPaul
“Shut Up and Say It” Karate Kactus
Christina Martin
SaulPaul
Karate Kactus
Chris Batstone
ECMA
49 min - Brothers In Arms - The Story of Sonic Detour
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In this week’s episode, we hear the story of brothers in arms. Host Chris Batstone sits down to chat with recent 2021 ECMA Loud Recording of the Year Nominee, Sonic Detour (NB). This sextet discusses the various ways in which they met (including as childhood friends, a Kijiji ad, and a pawn shop run in), the surprising importance of danceability in their genre, and the role the pandemic played in recording their debut EP. What Chris deems “an excellent episode.” You won’t want to miss out on this one!
Featured songs:
“Cliche” Sonic Detour
“Breathe Out” Sonic Detour
Sonic Detour
Chris Batstone
ECMA
39 min - "The Heart of an Artist: The Story of Wolf Castle"
In this week’s episode, we learn about the heart of an artist. Host Chris Batstone sits down with Wolf Castle, AKA Tristan Grant, to talk about his background in art history, influential artistic family, and his experience growing up in Pabineau First Nation, New Brunswick. Equal parts entertaining and informative, get a glimpse into how this powerhouse isn’t letting anything get in his way of chasing his dreams.
Featured Songs:“Welfman” Wolf Castle
“Gunna” Wolf Castle
Wolf Castle
Chris Batstone
ECMA
43 min - THE DEBUT ALBUMS OF NEW WATERFORD
In this week’s episode, we get a closer look at two debuting albums coming out of New Waterford, Cape Breton. Host Chris Batstone sits down to chat with singer-songwriter Rob Murphy (NS) and acoustic sister-duo Hearts of Kin (NS). Murphy discusses the highs and lows of releasing an album in a digital-streaming age, and the perks of living in the flourishing music scene of Cape Breton as a performing artist these days. While on the other end, the McPhee sisters (Hearts of Kin) discuss how their ‘Homegrown’ familial roots helped establish their music career, and their dear-to-heart involvement in community music programming through the Whitney Pier Music Foundation.
Featured songs:
“Tell Me to Stay (feat. Carmen Townsend)” Rob Murphy
“Hijack” Hearts of Kin
Rob Murphy
Hearts of Kin
Chris Batstone
ECMA
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About Radio ECMA
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Tune-up that radio dial - it's the Radio ECMA Podcast presented by TD! Radio ECMA is produced by the East Coast Music Association, from songwriting to stage, we discover what makes music happen in…
Atlantic Canada. The East Coast Music Association develops, advances, and celebrates East Coast Canadian music, its artists, and its industry professionals throughout the region and around the world. We advocate for our members to ensure they can sustain music careers while based in Canada’s Atlantic region. For more information on upcoming episodes head to ECMA.com or find us on social media! Join us monthly for new episodes. Thanks for listening!