The Music Prophet

Talking to Kindfolk was a fun conversation as the acoustic duo shared their appreciation for the Francophone community, parental influences and how Northern Ontario nature has shaped thier life. It was great to see the chemistry between these two artists, and the vocal talent in this pair is incredible... it`s something you have to see on stage to really understand the power!

About The Artist:

Kindfolk are an acoustic duo based out of Sudbury Ontario. Originally putting down roots in the local Francophone music scene, they have now decided to focus on building their Anglophone repertoire. Kindfolk specialize in creating stripped down versions of classic oldies, new pop jams, country hits and even rock tunes. The chemistry between the two is undeniable and their chill acoustic vibe make for an authentic and unforgettable experience.

Find Thier Music:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Kindfolk-186408692154815/

All The Wasted Years Came into the studio to talk punk music, the art of handling drunk crowds, and the secret to being a band while working full-time. They were getting ready to play 2019 Poutinefest, and came all the way from Timmins, ON for the interview, and you can tell that they don`t take life too serious... maybe we should all be like that?

About The Artist:

All The Wasted Years (ATWY) is a punk rock band from Timmins, On. Since reforming in 2015 the band has been a growing influence in the Northern Ontario music scene. They won the Timmins Festivals and Events Committees Inaugural Epic Band Battle and have shared the stage with The Glorious Sons, Bigwig, Silverstein, Creepshow and many more. Fuelled by the incredible lyrics of front-man Nathan Radey, the fast guitars of Darcy Larouche and Eric Fortin and the quick beats of Stephane Gaudet, ATWY gives vibes of the 90’s punk scene similar to bands like The Offspring, Green Day, Bad Religion, NOFX and Blink 182. They’ve played on the main stage at Rock on the River and Stars and Thunder and have played all over Ontario and have shows booked in Quebec as well.

Find Thier Music:

Bandcamp: https://allthewastedyears.bandcamp.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allthewastedyears/

Itunes: https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/all-the-wasted-years/1059711459

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7w7XXGjJpzIJJ2zRZMjupC

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoxr8YCFjAe-PvaggpGiadA

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allthewastedyears/

Status 631 talks about his love for hip-hop and how much it has changed his life. Family, growing in the industry, and poutine come up in the conversation where not a lot of topics are off the table. He was in Sudbury performing a show with local headliners, and this episode will not disappoint- especially if you`re in the rap game!

About The Artist:

Before finding his true passion on the mic, Status ventured through all the Elements of Hip Hop culture including producing, being a B Boy, Graffiti Artist and DJ. Raised on Long Island, Status grew to love Hip Hop for its rich local history and all the legends that started their journeys here. His one reason for continuing down the path of an emcee was to deliver a message that listeners relate to. Status has had the honor of sharing stages with the likes of Leaders of The New School, Joe Budden, Slick Rick, Rakim, Ja Rule, Mobb Deep, Bone Thugs and Harmony and more. With a gritty approach you can hear his influences and it is made clear he is a Hip Hop purest.

 

Find Thier Music:

Website: https://status631.hearnow.com/?fbclid=IwAR18O8zEJvWAqGqJiCQjols-pqMg9ke0uq_MnKXX1F47FZTjdvKYeyZJrgI

Twitter: https://twitter.com/status631?lang=en

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/status631/

Itunes: https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/status631/1453953489

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0ZMjkg4FohZKuPWylUKDPK

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/smauro09

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/status631/

Jor`Del Downz spoke about the power of a strong hip-hop beat, tricks to mixing music, and where the industry of R& B can take you in Northern Ontario. He has built a brand in Toronto and beyond all while being legally blind from birth, it was a great conversation of how boundaries are often imaginary.

About The Artist:

Jor’Del Downz, is a producer, beatmaker, rapper, singer songwriter and percussionist. His love of music is apparent as he has a hand in every part of the process it takes to create it. HipHop is his first love and he wears the hat of vocalist, producer and recording engineer proudly. Born and raised in the small town of Sudbury Ontario Canada, he was diagnosed with Retina Pigmentosa at birth, totally blind until 4 years old at which time he gained back over 50% of his sight in both of his eyes. Drawing inspiration from industry hip hop icons Eminem, Tech N9ne, Andre3000 and DMX and his time in rap collectives and fashion school, there is no doubt he will be creating music for your ears to hear for years to come.

Find Thier Music:

Website: http://downzmusic.com/

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/jordel-downz

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4yA6bmUojDdSPZ1QQB0Goc

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jor_Del_Downz

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Jor_Del_Downz/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/JayDownz1

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Jordel.Downey

Tanner Reinhardt reflects about old band tours, his hidden talent for musical voice impressions and the parts of music you just can`t forget. Shawn Fisher joined us in the studio as well, and it was great to have him accompany Tanner and add another level to the conversation... I can`t wait to have him back on the show in the future to hear more stories from him!

Kassie Tyers launched her album live in the interview, and gave some really open and reflective thoughts on music, songwriting and her career in music. This was co-hosted by Linda Heldman, and it`s always fun to have her by my side in an interview... you never know who a musician really is until you have two positive people around them!

 

Artist Biography:

Kassie Tyers was born and raised in Sudbury, Ontario, Canada. Performing since a school concert solo in Grade 5, Kassie Tyers is a singer-songwriter and speaker who connects with music on a deep level and shares that connection with others. She is a five-time nominee at the Canadian Music Covenant Awards over the last 10 years, in categories for Folk Album Of the Year, Inspirational Song of the Year, and Children’s Song of the Year. Kassie just finished a one month tour through Western Canada with a guitar on the back of her motorcycle, and is back to launch her new album!

 

Find Thier Music:

Website: https://www.kassietyers.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/kassietyers

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kassietyers/

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3ciyYDhtaylWpe2bm3GPr9

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTKEg95e2yZss6z0EnQcBwg

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KassieTyersMusic/

Christina Martin shares stories about the risk of searching for music celebrity status, finding the best listening rooms and how her view on music has changed as her career grows. She`s playing the Fromagerie Wednesday October 9, and I had the honour to speak with this iconic East Coast Canadian songwriter.

Christina Martin is a multi-award winning Canadian singer-songwriter  whose style has been described as an effortless union between Americana  and Rock.

 

Discover the boundaries of creativity with C.R. Avery as he talks about making music with poetry, pushing boundaries of entertainment, and jumping between art forms. A quick but fascinating interview, we spoke on the phone to see the experience we`ll get at Spacecraft October 5 at 7PM.

 

Artist Biography:

C.R. Avery is a musicians’ musician. He is admired by and has performed with Tom Waits, Ani DiFranco, Utah Phillips, Sage Francis and others. He has released at least seventeen albums, written and directed three musicals that have been produced in New York, L.A, Seattle and San Francisco. Avery has toured ruthlessly throughout North America, Europe, and Australia with his rock & roll punk ensembles, hip-hop circuses with 12-bar blues high-kicks, and his infamous string quartets and burlesque revues. He has also released 3 amazing books of poetry. Although originally from the Ottawa region, he has become a strong ambassador for Vancouver’s east side and recently played at Northern Lights Festival Boréal.

 

Find His Music and Poetry:

Website: http://www.cravery.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/c.r._avery/

Facebook: http://tiny.cc/hpyydz

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3L8aIdu4Cxsbhp5VDdLpXu

Alex Pauze shares his love of bebop jazz, drumming with polyrhythms and Anishnaabe culture this week on our show. We heard 3 songs hand-picked by Alex, that each showed his different interests and passions of jazz music.

 

Artist Biography:

Alex Pauze has played drums since childhood, and there is a good chance you`ve danced to his drumming in a venue around Sudbury. As a classically trained musician of Laurentian University, he`s explored guitar and other instruments over the years but always found drums to be where he belongs. When not playing, he`s supporting the Anishnaabe community and creating delicious recipes. Alex is best known for his time with Saultbury, Marc Scherzinger Trio and even had a short period with Sex and Summer. After performing countless times in the annual Jazz Sudbury Festivals, he is quickly becoming a highly requested jazz drummer across Northern Ontario.

 

Find His Music:

Website: https://allevents.in/sudbury/jsf-2018-fri-after-hours-ft-alex-pauz%C3%A9-and-friends/200017796320524

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Led757

Emilie "Sparx" Carrey shares her love for experimenting with sounds, her journey becoming  a beatboxer, and why the laser is her favourite sound to create. Her stories were great, and you can even hear two songs performed live during the hour long interview!

Artist Biography:
Sparx is a World Champion Beatboxer, and leader in the female beatboxing community. She has competed in multiple World Championships around the world, officially placing second in Germany in 2015. Through the years she`s been a leader in Unity, supporting and promoting the rap, poetry and slam poetry scene across Ontario. Rap and spoken word is her inspiration, and her vocal creations draw from the endless creativity of language and sound. From Vice to Much Music features, she`s finally back in Sudbury to grow the female beatboxing community!

Find Her Music:
Website: https://instagram.com/sparxbeatbox
Instagram: https://instagram.com/sparxbeatbox
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/XtrauniChild4
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sparxbeatbox/