In this episode we interview Saskatchewan based artists Raven Reid. We talk about her music, what she loves most about performing and her love for Johnny Cash. We delve into the inspiration for her songs, which are based on Raven’s life as an Indigenous woman. She talks about her experience in the sixties scoop and about her song “the government song” which is her response to the government from an Indigenous perspective. Sit with us and learn more about Raven Reid!

Littlefox is a Vancouver-based band that expands the folk music of Alison Jenkins by collaborating with other instrumentalists. We sit down with Alison to talk about her life in BC, her songwriting process, and her diverse history in music. Join us as we learn more about Alison and her creative persona, Littlefox.

To listen to the full interview with music, check it out in the Access Community Radio Website:

https://accessnowradio.ca/radio/rhinestone-cowboy/

Instagrams:

Littlefox: littlefox604

Rhinestone Cowboy: rhinestonecowboypod

In this episode we interview singer-songwriter and poet, Kolby Clunas. She is originally from Manitoba but currently resides in Saskatchewan. We talk about her writing inspirations, her stories from touring, and her aspirations for creating a writing workshop. Kolby is such a cheerful and positive presence. Listen to our episode to learn more about this local talent!

To catch the full episode with music, check it out on the Access Community Radio website:

https://accessnowradio.ca/radio/rhinestone-cowboy/

Instagrams:

Kolby Clunas: @kolbyclunas

Rhinestone Cowboy: @rhinestonecowboypod

In this episode, we interview Canadiana/folk artist Moira Chicilo! Moira currently resides in BC, Canada, but also has roots in Saskatchewan. We talk about what inspires her to write music, her love for painting, and her life in BC. We also delve into current issues in the music industry and ways we can improve. All this and more!

For the full interview with music, check it out at the Access Now Community Radio website.

https://accessnowradio.ca/radio/rhinestone-cowboy/

Instagrams:

Moira Chicilo: @moiracmusic

Rhinestone Cowboy: @rhinestonecowboypod

Michelle Lee-Klaassen is a multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. In addition to her solo career, Michelle also plays saxophone with Ska/reggae band “Skaravan”. She has a new single called “Crimson Red”, make sure you check it out along with many of her other folk/indie/soft pop tunes. In this interview, we talk more about her music and about female representation in a male dominate community.

This episode was originally recorded for 91.3 fm Access Now Community Radio. To check out the full episode with music, go to the website:

https://accessnowradio.ca/radio/rhinestone-cowboy/

Instagrams:

Michelle Lee-Klaassen: @michelle.lee.music

Rhinestone Cowboy: @rhinestonecowboypod

On this episode, we interview Andy Philp, a fellow Access Now Community radio host. Be sure to check out his phenomenal show on Saturdays 6-8 am or anytime on the Access Now website! Andy has a passion for radio that radiates whenever he’s on air. We sit down to talk about his show and his love for music. We also get to learn more about Andy’s family and other interests. Be sure to check out this interview for we can all learn a thing or two from Andy!

This interview was originally recorded for 91.3 fm CJTR Access Community Radio. To listen to the whole interview with music, check it out on the Access Radio website!

Instagrams:

Andy Philp: @thephilpside

Rhinestone Cowboy: @rhinestonecowboypod

Access Now Community Radio:

The Philp Side:

https://accessnowradio.ca/radio/the-philp-side/

Rhinestone Cowboy:

https://accessnowradio.ca/radio/rhinestone-cowboy/

Jayne Trimble is the host of the “Empower Women Show” on Rogers TV and soon to be Access TV. On this show, she has local business owners and creatives come on to talk about their projects and stories. Jayne is passionate about giving women a platform to express themselves. She also does so on her female only record label, “World Peach Records”. Being so multi-talented, Jayne also has her own folk music under the name OXLIP. We had so much to talk about on this episode of Rhinestone Cowboy, ya don’t wanna miss it!

This interview was originally recorded for Rhinestone Cowboy on Access Community Now Radio. Check out the full episode with music here:

https://accessnowradio.ca/radio/rhinestone-cowboy/

Jayne’s Instagrams:

@theempowerwomenshow

@worldpeachrecords

@oxlipmusic

Rhinestone Cowboy’s Instagram:

@rhinestonecowboypod

In this episode, we interview singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, Mary Liv. We talk about her new folk/country album “Hello There”. We also discuss her latest album, “Fiddlin’ Around”, which is on streaming platforms now! Other topics we cover are the array of music festivals Mary Liv will take part in this summer, her music video for “Patchwork dress”, and our feelings about tomatoes?? Check it out here.

The original recording is on CJTR Access Now Community Radio. Check out there website for the full episode with music!

https://accessnowradio.ca/radio/rhinestone-cowboy/

Instagrams:

Mary Liv @maryliv_8

Rhinestone Cowboy @rhinestonecowboypod

HAPPY PRIDE MONTH!! To celebrate, we talk about the history of LGBTQ+ rights and pride parades. We made a timeline that highlights events from Canadian and US that are significant in LGBTQ+ history. We discuss poetry from lesbian artists from the 1800s, the stonewall protests, and some issues that this community faces today. Again, happy pride and stay safe!!

**Warning: This episode contains discussion on eating disorders (ED).

Eugenia Cooney is a YouTuber that makes fashion and makeup content. She has been on YouTube since 2014 and has accumulated a large following. Though she has lots of fans, many worry for Eugenia due to her unhealthy weight. Others even criticize her for glamorizing an unhealthy lifestyle due to her alleged ED. Recently, she had a health scare on a livestream, worrying people even more. In this episode, we talk about her past on YouTube, her frightful livestream, and eating disorders in general.