The Adamantium Podcast

Eric Schenkman, guitarist of Spin Doctors, joins us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast. We discuss his new solo album, Who Shot John?, the context behind the title and how he had the melody of the title track in his head for 30 years. We also talk about his experiences in Spin Doctors, how they knew they were sitting on gold with their song “Two Princes,” being on the cover of Rolling Stone Magazine in the 90s, requesting his own song on Speakers Corner at Much Music, and playing Saturday Night Live the week after Sinead O’Connor ripped up a picture of the pope on live television.

Devon Richardson & Tom Ionescu of Toronto alternative band, Jane’s Party, join us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast. We discuss their new album, Casual Island, it’s themes and how it was inspired by their tour with Tom Odell. We also talk about touring and collaborating with some of the most recognized bands in Canada, the grind of an opening band, The Arkellsian method to succeeding in the Canadian music market, and carrying an injured Jim Cuddy of Blue Rodeo up flights of stairs.

Brian Aubert & Nikki Monninger of alternative band, Silversun Pickups, join us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast. We discuss their new album Widow’s Weeds, and how it’s more open and exposed than previous records. We also talk about working with legendary producer Butch Vig, their unique guitar techniques, and an awkward meeting with Jeff Healey.

Toronto music correspondent, Eric Alper, joins us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast. We discuss his 20+ year career in the music industry and nerd out over the icons he’s worked with like Bob Geldof, Ringo Starr, Snoop Dogg, Ray Charles, and Sesame Street. We also talk about the future of streaming and music consumption, his obsession with Twitter, and the impossible question of “the one album you could not live without?” Eric also recollects when he first fell in love with music, and his favourite music of 2019 so far.

Lead singer, Brent Smith, and drummer, Barry Kerch, of hard rock giants, Shinedown, join us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast. We discuss their latest album Attention Attention, the concept behind it and it’s relatability to the listener. We also talk about being adaptable and unbiased to modern generations, the context behind their song “The Crow & The Butterfly,” and their return to a Toronto stage after a six year absence.

British synth-pop sensations, Chvrches, join us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast. We discuss their overnight self-made success, working with legendary producer Greg Kurstin on their newest album, Love is Dead, the frustration behind the song “Never Say Die,” and teaming up with the Scottish Symphony Orchestra. We also discuss their ambivalent relationship with social media, why they decided to wipe all their accounts before the release of their new album, Lauren’s concern with “influencers,” and Martin’s selfie experiment. All this and a lot of banter.

Canadian singer-songwriter, Marc Jordan, joins us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast. We discuss his latest album, Both Sides, and it’s many personal elements, his upcoming duet project with his wife Amy Sky, and his song “Rhythm of My Heart” and how it became a Rod Stewart anthem. We also talk about his lifelong fight with Dyslexia, using art as a tool for change, writing musical theatre, playing guitar for Bobby Vee, and becoming a painter (or flat music as Marc prefers to call it) late in his career.

Patrick Miranda, singer and front man of post-hardcore band, Movements, joins us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast. We discuss the follow up to their charting debut album, Feel Something, and the pressure of living up to it’s success. We also talk about their contribution to the Songs That Saved My Life compilation album, gigging in unconventional places like bowling alleys and skateparks, their VIP geographically specific t-shirt series, and their random cat mascot. Patrick also gives us his foodie’s guide to touring North America.

Guitarist, Sebastian Danzig, of Toronto art-rock trio, Palaye Royale, joins us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast. We discuss the collection of songs that make up the Boom Boom Room, the business of touring, their plans for filming a live DVD at the Palais Royale in Toronto and dream of playing Le Palais Royal in Paris. Sebastian also explains how they once accumulated vintage clothing and what I’d have to wear if Palaye Royale took over the podcast.

Comedian Brent Butt, creator and star of Corner Gas, joins us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast. We discuss the second season of Corner Gas Animated, the process of translating the show to an animated series, and the guest appearances of Michael J. Fox and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in the upcoming season. We also talk about Brent’s first standup special being recorded at Toronto’s Danforth Music Hall, his podcast The Butt Pod, and sharing a stage with legendary Canadian comedian Leslie Nielsen.