Songwriters From Here And Away

This week on Songwriters From Here And Away – Wolfville Edition, guest host Mike Glenn welcomes award-winning Nova Scotia singer-songwriter Ruth Manning for an intimate live concert and conversation, recorded at Pizza Lupa in Wolfville, Nova Scotia.

A 2022 inductee into the Nova Scotia Country Music Hall of Fame, Ruth has spent decades captivating audiences with her warm personality, heartfelt songwriting, and unmistakable voice. Equally at home performing country, gospel, and contemporary folk, her songs reflect the people, places, and experiences that have shaped her life in Nova Scotia's Annapolis Valley. Throughout her career, Ruth has earned international recognition, including multiple songwriting awards, while remaining deeply connected to her Maritime roots and the communities that continue to inspire her music.

In this special episode, Ruth performs five live songs and joins Mike Glenn for an engaging conversation about her musical journey, songwriting, and the stories behind the songs. It's an inspiring look at one of Atlantic Canada's most respected and enduring musical voices.

Also featured are performances by two emerging Nova Scotia acts who are helping shape the Annapolis Valley music scene.

Kimberley Matheson is an accomplished singer-songwriter whose beautifully crafted songs blend heartfelt lyrics with memorable melodies. Drawing inspiration from life in Nova Scotia, she brings warmth, authenticity, and a genuine connection to every performance.

The songwriting duo of Mike Glenn and Nancy Tregunno combine thoughtful storytelling with rich vocal harmonies and an easy musical chemistry. Their songs reflect life in rural Nova Scotia, celebrating community, friendship, and the simple moments that make life meaningful. Featured here with two performances, they continue to establish themselves as one of the Annapolis Valley's most engaging songwriting partnerships.

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This week on Songwriters From Here And Away, we're bringing you another outstanding collection of Canadian songwriting, featuring artists from coast to coast whose music captures life's journeys, relationships, triumphs, and turning points.

From emerging voices making their mark to award-winning veterans continuing to shape Canada's musical landscape, this episode celebrates the rich diversity of our independent music scene. Whether your taste leans toward folk, roots, Americana, indie rock, or thoughtful singer-songwriter fare, you'll discover songs that are heartfelt, beautifully crafted, and unmistakably Canadian.

Featured Artists

Chris Colepaugh feat. Lavinia Colepaugh – Home

Chris Ho – Love You Like That

Ella Dubinsky – Breathe In, Breathe Out

Henry Lees – Smoke

Ian Foster – Egress

Ian Foster – Pre-Existing Condition

Isabelle Foster – Rewind

Kale Penny – You Deserve Love

Naomi Skye – ghost

Paige Ballagh – Lost It on the Way

Shawn Pallister – Deep End

The Goddamsels – Hometown Bar

Trevor Howlett & The Cruz Bros. – Nowhere Fast

Wilfred N & the Grown Men – I'm Ready Now

Wintersleep – I Got A Feeling

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This week on Songwriters From Here And Away, take a front-row seat for a live concert recorded at one of Atlantic Canada's favourite listening rooms—The Carleton in Halifax.

Featuring an inspiring performance byhs with      multi-award winning  singer-songwriter Terra Spencer, along with a wonderful opening set from Youngtree & Carole Bee, this episode has everything one loves about live music: honest songs, solid performances, and laughs with an intimiate audience.

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This week on Songwriters From Here And Away, we're shining the spotlight on one of Canada's most distinctive blues artists, Manitoba Hal. who is coming to the Pink Piano Cafe, Lower Sackville, NS, on Saturday July 18th with Geoff Arsenault!

Known for his masterful fingerstyle guitar, soulful harmonica, and engaging storytelling, Hal has spent decades bringing acoustic blues to audiences across Canada and beyond. Influenced by the great Delta and country blues traditions, his performances are authentic, entertaining, and filled with humour, history, and his warm presence.

Hal's music is infectious and it's made him a favourite on festival stages and in listening rooms around the world.

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This week on Songwriters From Here And Away, we're pleased to welcome singer-songwriter Annie Capps for a conversation about songwriting, life on the road, and the stories behind her music.

The episode features both an interview and a blend of live performances and studio recordings, offering listeners a chance to experience Annie's warm, engaging style as both a performer and storyteller.

Known for her expressive vocals, thoughtful lyrics, and memorable melodies, Annie has built a loyal following throughout Michigan, the Great Lakes region and beyond. Her music draws from folk, Americana, roots, and country traditions, weaving together songs that are honest, heartfelt, and often infused with wit and optimism.

For many years, Annie has performed with Annie & Rod Capps, alongside her husband and musical partner, Rod Capps. Together they've become known for their rich vocal harmonies, polished musicianship, and intimate live performances. Their songs explore everyday life, relationships, resilience, and the moments that connect us all, earning them recognition from audiences and songwriting organizations alike.

Whether performing as a duo or with a full band, Annie's music reflects a genuine love of storytelling and a deep appreciation for the craft of songwriting.

Join us for almost an hour and a half of great conversation, memorable songs, and a closer look at one of the talented artists helping keep the folk and Americana songwriting tradition thriving.

Bluebirds, Old Oak Trees & Glitter Parties – Fifteen Great Canadian Songwriters

Every week, I'm reminded just how much incredible songwriting is happening across Canada, and this episode is another wonderful example.

From heartfelt folk and roots music to indie rock, Americana and thoughtful contemporary pop, we've gathered another outstanding collection of Canadian artists who know how to tell a great story through song.

You'll hear songs about love and loss, coming home, looking back, finding hope, growing older, and embracing whatever comes next. Whether you're discovering these artists for the first time or reconnecting with familiar favourites, there's something here that's sure to resonate.

So settle in, turn it up, and join me for another hour celebrating the people who continue to make Canada's songwriting community one of the richest and most diverse anywhere.

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This week on Songwriters From Here And Away, we're taking a musical road trip across Canada with fifteen outstanding songwriters whose songs showcase the depth, diversity, and creativity of today's independent music scene.

From thoughtful folk and roots storytelling to contemporary indie sounds, this episode brings together emerging voices and established artists from coast to coast. You'll hear imaginative songwriting from Jesse Waldman, the inventive pop sensibilities of Carrie Matisse, the heartfelt collaboration of Aaron MacDonald and Jenn Sheppard, and the gritty energy of Blamethrower's Dead Town. The journey continues through songs by Alanna Matty, Lily Monaghan, Rube & Rake, Silver Wolf Band, Mo Kenney, Ian James Bain, Quote The Raven, Marissa Burwell, Nardos Almas, Maggie Andrew, and Sun Brimmer.

Together, these artists represent the rich tapestry of Canadian songwriting—from intimate personal reflections and vivid storytelling to songs that celebrate place, resilience, love, loss, and the human experience.

Whether you're discovering a new favourite artist or reconnecting with familiar voices, this episode is a reminder that some of the best songwriting in the world is being created right here in Canada.

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This week on Songwriters From Here And Away, we're joined by one of the mentors for the 3rd Annual Songwriters Retreat (August 20–23, 2026, Nova Scotia), acclaimed Canadian singer-songwriter Angela Saini.

Angela has built a reputation as one of Canada's most engaging contemporary folk-pop and country-pop songwriters, earning praise from media outlets including The Examiner, which called her "one of Toronto's best indie songwriters," while BBC Radio Leicester described her as "massively talented." Her music has received national CBC airplay and has connected with audiences through songs that balance optimism, resilience, and honest storytelling.

In addition to her recording and touring career, Angela is a dedicated songwriting educator and mentor. She teaches songwriting at the Toronto campus of Trebas Institute and has spent years helping emerging artists develop their craft, creative practice, performance skills, and understanding of the music industry. Through her Bright Side Academy coaching program, she provides one-on-one mentorship covering songwriting, lyric development, co-writing, performance coaching, project management, royalties, marketing, and career development.

What makes Angela particularly valuable as a songwriting mentor is her belief that there is no single "correct" way to write a song. She encourages writers to experiment with melody-first, lyric-first, and collaborative approaches while discovering their own authentic creative process.

This episode features a mix of live performances and studio recordings as Angela shares songs, stories, creative insights, and lessons learned from more than two decades in music. Whether you're a songwriter looking to sharpen your craft or simply a fan of thoughtful, uplifting music, this conversation offers inspiration, practical wisdom, and plenty of great songs.

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We're excited to launch a brand-new chapter in the Songwriters From Here And Away story with the debut episode of our monthly concert series, Songwriters From Here And Away – Wolfville Edition, presented in partnership with local host and songwriter Mike Glenn.

Recorded live in the heart of Wolfville, this inaugural concert showcases acclaimed Canadian folk artist Kim Barlow alongside a preview of several outstanding songwriters who will be appearing in future editions of the series.

Originally from Nova Scotia and later a cornerstone of the Yukon folk scene for more than two decades, Kim Barlow is a two-time Juno-nominated songwriter, celebrated for her imaginative storytelling, distinctive clawhammer banjo style, and deeply original folk compositions. She has released multiple acclaimed albums, toured across Canada and internationally, collaborated with artists including Old Man Luedecke, Christine Fellows, and Mathias Kom, and earned recognition through both Juno and Nova Scotia Music Award nominations.

Also featured are songs from several remarkable artists you'll be hearing more from in upcoming Wolfville Edition episodes:

Lily Gunn – A compelling emerging voice whose songs blend thoughtful lyricism, emotional honesty, and contemporary folk influences.

Glenn & Tregunno – The songwriting partnership of Mike Glenn and Nancy Tregunno, bringing together rich harmonies, heartfelt storytelling, and a deep connection to the communities and landscapes of Nova Scotia.

Kim Matheson – A veteran Maritime songwriter known for finely crafted songs, memorable melodies, and performances that connect with audiences through authenticity and warmth.

Jessie Potter – A rising singer-songwriter whose music combines poetic insight with contemporary folk sensibilities, delivering songs that are both intimate and engaging.

Join us as we celebrate the launch of a new live concert series dedicated to sharing the stories, songs, and creative journeys of songwriters from Nova Scotia and beyond.

This week on Songwriters From Here and Away, we travel through stories of hard truths, resilience, memory and connection. From the gritty pulse of Merideth’s “East City Blues” and Mark Bezanson’s haunting “Ruin,” to the warmth of Mary Beth Carty’s “Friendship Song” and Woody Woodburn’s uplifting “I Am Enough,” this episode moves through heartbreak, humour, healing and hope.

Along the way we visit ghost towns, old houses, roads not forgotten and moments that still echo long after the music fades. Featuring powerful songwriting from both emerging and beloved East Coast and Canadian artists, this episode reminds us how songs help us remember who we were — and where we’re headed next.

Featuring music from Merideth, Mark Bezanson, Brock Davis, Brent Mason, Mary Beth Carty, Woody Woodburn, Tillers Folly, Rachel Cousins, Dwayne Gamree, Blue Acres, Susan Crowe, Sherry Ryan, Ruth Manning, and 11th & Duke.

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