The Adamantium Podcast

Jared “Dirty J” Watson, singer of Dirty Heads, joins us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast. We discuss the 10 year anniversary of their debut album Any Port in a Storm, cringing at old lyrics, collaborating with their favourite artists, and describing their music to new listeners. We also chat about ancestry testing, Studio Ghibli films, fandom illustrators, and the best video games of 2018.

The insanely talented jazz pianist, Thompson Egbo-Egbo, joins us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast. We talk about his new album, A New Standard, and the trio he is working with, the world of jazz music in 2018, as well as his favourite venues. Thompson tells us about his foundation that teaches composition to children in underprivileged neighbourhoods and why it is important to introduce young people to music. We also diverge into sports as we discuss the 2018 World Cup, why Lionel Messi scored the best goal of the tournament, and Thompson’s opinion on the controversial Leonard/DeRozan trade by the Toronto Raptors.

Comedian, Mark Forward (Fargo, Letterkenny), joins us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast as we discuss his new comedy special filmed at JFL42 for CraveTV. We also chat about the stage being an escape, the double edge sword of social media, going on tour with Letterkenny, and his role on season three of Fargo.

James Bryan McCollum, also known as Milo, one half of the hit 90s cartoon band Prozzäk, joins us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast. We chat about the massive success of the first Rewind Tour they did across Canada over the summer with Aqua - how it came together, what made it so successful, and the plans for a sequel! We also discuss the creation of Prozzäk, their original illustrator, and the real life story of how Milo and Simon went from being foes to friends. James also tells us about touring with Nelly Furtado and playing Wembley Stadium in front of the royal family. If you miss this episode… well, sucks to be you!

Tim Fletcher (The Stills), Gus Van Go (Me, Mom & Morgentaler), and Brooklyn dancehall legend, Screechy Dan, join us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast to chat about their new band, Megative. We discuss how the group came up with the idea, mashing the punk, reggae & dub genres, their love for The Clash’s Combat Rock album, and how Screechy Dan became their “Elijah.”

Richard Jones and Jamie Morrison of Stereophonics join us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast. We discuss what it takes to be put on the exclusive “Brit rock” list, and what keeps them so consistent. Richard also tells us about their love for The Tragically Hip, who were one of the namesakes for their original band name Tragic Love Company.

Phil Campbell and Paul Sayer of blues rock band The Temperance Movement join us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast. We discuss their newest album, A Deeper Cut, touring with Deep Purple and Judas Priest, and the potential revival of rock n’ roll music. Paul also tells us the story of how Mick Jagger handpicked them to open for The Rolling Stones.

Rock n’ roll royalty on The Adamantium Podcast as John Corabi, current singer of The Dead Daisies, once lead singer of Mötley Crüe, guitarist for Ratt, and frontman of The Scream, joins us on the latest episode. We discuss being in a band of accomplished rockstars, gigging across the globe, and songs about world issues vs. songs about chasing tail. John also speaks out about the hot young upstart, Greta Van Fleet, and whether they should be dubbed the new Led Zeppelin.

Teri Gender Bender, lead singer of garage punk band Le Butcherettes joins us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast. We discuss the inspiration behind her unique and passionate style as well as the influence of her Mexican roots, feminist beliefs, and family’s struggles. We also chat about their upcoming fourth studio album produced with Jerry Harrison of the Talking Heads, touring with The Flaming Lips, and the bright future of women in rock bands.

Brothers Bear & Bo Rinehart of southern rock band Needtobreathe join us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast. We discuss their new EP, Forever on Your Side, and the significance of recording it at Nile City Sound in Fort Worth, Texas. We also chat about bending the barriers of genre, the emotional wear of being away from family while touring, as well as the medical centres they’ve opened in Nicaragua.