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Craig G, Dimetre and Derek bring the best that Canada has to offer, including interviews, music, art, and great live conversation. We are live every Monday night 10PM EST at; www.twitch.tv/revolutionradiocanada Join us, and like, subscribe, and rate us. PLEASE get in touch with us, as we love to interact all things Canadian with our listeners. Also, check out Revolution Radio, www.revolutionradio.live

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    Latest episodes from Canadian AF

    Jane Siberry

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2024 57:23


    We have been fans since the 80s.  And this artist is a true Canadian original.  Dimetre and Craig talked with Jane about everything from the early days on Duke Street, to her latest project, with a couple of working titles that you'll only find in this episode!Find Jane on the www. at:https://janesiberry.com/The Canadian as Heck Podcast on the greatest internet radio station on the planet at:https://revolutionradio.live

    Candian AF/Candian As Heck - The 100th Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2024 172:29


    Once Canadian AF, now Canadian As Heck!  A massive thanks to everyone that celebrated this milestone with us, 100 episodes!  Can't wait for the next 100!To Jenn, Cat, Scott, Ray, Army Kris, Rob Johnston, and Ryan, we thank you so much for co-hosting with show regulars Craig, Derek and Dimetre.  To our special guests, thanks for your love and support!  Here are their links as they appear in the episode:Dave from Mellohoney:https://www.instagram.com/mellohoney/Brian and Sascha:http://c0ndu1t.com/2011/Trevor Hurst from Econoline Crush:https://www.econolinecrushmusic.com/Cree Métis Musician/Singer/Songwriter iskwēhttps://iskwe.com/Brad Merritt from 54-40:https://www.5440.com/Norm from Revcall:https://revcall.ca/Author/Musician Jonny Dovercourt:https://www.jonnydovercourt.com/Joey & Connor from Trick Casket:https://trickcasket.com/Tiina & Gar from Eclecticus:https://www.instagram.com/eclecticusband/?hl=enBrandon Pascoa:https://www.instagram.com/brandonalexandrelive/Cola from The OBGMs:https://theobgms.com/

    David Bottrill

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 188:37


    The list of credits to this man's name is INSANE. From the early days of growing up in Dundas Ontario, to going back there and everything in between, our conversation with the great David Bottrill includes brilliant stories from Peter Gabriel, to Kate Bush to TOOL. Thanks again to our pal, Brian Hogue for putting us in touch with David! Plus, as this is our 99th episode, we thought we'd post the entire 3 hour tour!  Yup.  The entire show!  Three hours of Canadian AF...!David on the world wide web: https://www.davidbottrill.com/Check out Canadian AF on Revolution Radio Canada:https://revolutionradio.live

    Dijah SB Returns

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2024 37:40


    We are so thankful when artists come back for a second interview!  We last spoke to DijahSB back in January of 2022.  Our friends DJ Cat and Scott Bell were with us for that interview.  Unfortunately, our Derek Lewis couldn't be with us this time round, but Dimetre and Craig had a blast with our old friend.  They are kind of in a bit of a holding pattern as far as shows go, but with DijahSB's upcoming performance at the Polaris Music Prize show for which they are on the shortlist at Massey Hall, we think they'll be plenty busy in the near future!Get DijahSB on Instagram at:https://www.instagram.com/DijahSB/Canadian AF is a part of Revolution Radio Canada:https://revolutionradio.live

    James Gray

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2024 52:41


    Dimetre and I are so jealous of the time that our guest, James Gray, spends up in the beautiful Canadian North.  Derek gets up there more than Dimetre and I do, but James LIVES it.  Our conversation with James takes us from Germany to Huntsville, and pretty much everywhere else in between.  Can't wait for him to get back down in the city for a hang and a show....Get James online at:https://www.jamesgraymusic.ca/Canadian AF is a part of Revolution Radio Canada at:https://revolutionradio.live

    Singer/Songwriter NYSSA

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2024 46:44


    3 months. 3 months we tried to track down Nyssa for an interview! But, Dimetre's persistence paid off, and this was an awesome chat. In this episode, we talk about everything from Ableton, to our friend Jonny Dovercourt's WAVELENGTH gig for Nyssa. From London to T.O. and everywhere in between, things are looking very busy for our new bestie!Nyssa on the interwebs at: https://www.thisisnyssa.com/The greatest online radio station is 24/7 at:https://revolutionradio.live

    Our Conversation With iskwē

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2024 118:59


    Cree-Métis musician, singer, songwriter, activist, and artist, iskwē (pronounced is-kway) is possibly one of our all time favourite interviews! They are a wonderful storyteller, and we chat about everything from life, love lost and gained, Mexico, Nina Hagen, and a hopeful upcoming tour. Check out this conversation with a TRUE original, and we can't wait to talk to iskwē again! Find our friend iskwē here: https://iskwe.com/about Canadian AF and Revolution Radio Canada are LIVE at: https://revolutionradio.live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    John Fielding From Sessions

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2024 53:32


    Derek is back again after being absent from the podcast for a while, and brought us an old friend of his, John Fielding. After a lengthy chat about music, life, Burlington, The Beatles, and live venues, our new pal John blesses us with a WORLD PREMIERE of Sessions' latest track, Koolaid! Check this interview out, as we had a blast, and feel free to binge on previous episodes... Sessions on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sessionsisaband/ The greatest alternative onlline radio station of course is live 24/7 at: https://revolutionradio.live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Richard Chycki

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2024 157:15


    Rush. Dream Theatre. Aerosmith. Amanda Marshall. Jeff Healey Band, Sass Jordan, Delores O'Riordan, just to name a few. This dude is a LEGEND. Dimetre, Craig, and the triumphant return of our beloved Derek Lewis, we get to the heart of a fellow named Richard Chycki. From analogue to Atmos, Rich has seen and done it all. Massive thanks to our dear friend, Brian Hogue from c0ndu1t for the introduction. This is one of our favourite interviews since a fellow from Newcastle... Rich's website and contact: https://www.richardchycki.ca/ The greatest online alternative "radio" station that airs 24/7/365 at: https://revolutionradio.live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Derry Grehan

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2024 51:30


    This was a biggie. Craig, Dimetre and The Army Kris are joined by arguably one of Canada's finest guitarists/musicians/songwriters/singers.... etc. The legend, Derry Grehan from Honeymoon Suite chats about everything from his first projects, to their latest project called: "Alive." Their first studio album in 16 years! We adore this band, and Derry is awesome. Massive thanks as always to our friend, Eric Alper. Honeymoon Suite's Website is here: https://honeymoonsuiteband.com/ Canadian AF, is a part of Revolution Radio Canada, live 24/7 at: https://revolutionradio.live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Connor & Joey From Trick Casket

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2024 69:48


    Our pal Derek Lewis brought us this fantastic Toronto Industrial music duo, Trick Casket. Connor and Joey are PROPER industrial musicians, and this conversation was so much fun. As you'll hear, the guys bring all sorts of influences and genres to morph into a wicked, new Industial sound, which is both post punk and classic Industrial sounds, mixed with powerful screamo type vocals. Keep an eye out for this band, they're gonna be HUGE. With a number of gigs lined up, make sure to stay in the loop with the boys. The website: https://trickcasket.com/ Listen to CAF and all sorts of other great specialty shows & content 24/7 at: https://revolutionradio.live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Andrew & Dave From Mellohoney

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2024 58:26


    The gents in Mellohoney checked out our episode with their friend, (and ours) Cola from The OBGMs, and reached out to us to check out their music. Mellohoney are AWESOME. From their humble beginnings in local Durham region bands, to opening for Death From Above 1979 and working with the legendary Dave Schiffman, these guys are poised to have an incredible 2024, and beyond. Get at the boys at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mellohoney/ Canadian AF is a part of Revolution Radio Canada 24/7: https://revolutionradio.live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Mark Gane from Martha and The Muffins

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2024 53:46


    One of the most revered early Canadian New Wave bands, Martha & The Muffins have seen it all. Mark, one of the founding members, shares some awesome stories of where they have been, and hopefully where they are going! Also, a wonderful excerpt from a CFNY documentary featuring Mark, as well as an incredible Buffalo Springfield cover... The direct link to that fantastic CFNY documentary by Karim Mosna, (no copyright intended) at: https://youtu.be/ic2Hz_qeeos?si=L9jZeZj1UbMdvsk4 Revolution Radio Canada 24/7/365 at: https://revolutionradio.live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ben Rispin

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2024 45:09


    Ben Rispin is a punk rock legend! As a member of Saint Alvia, he's done it all. Also, happens to be a champion for cannabis here in Canada, and has been for over a decade. In this episode, he um, well, um, regales us with some stories! Check it out, you'll see... Find Ben here, at one of his many jobs as a writer for HIGH TIMES: https://hightimes.com/author/ben-rispin/ Revolution Radio Canada, the BEST alternative music channel EVER: https://revolutionradio.live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Chris Tait

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2024 49:28


    Okay, so I have adored this band since 1990, when I first saw them open for Rush at Maple Leaf Gardens in Toronto. The band is Chalk Circle, and their singer/guitartist/songwriter Chris Tait, also just happens to have one of my favourite singing voices of all time. This Durham, Ontario Region band is still rocking to this day, playing various shows all over. Nothing though, in 2024, yet..... This conversation was a blast, and great to hear so many awesome stories from Chris. We will definitely do this again! Chalk Circle's website is found here: https://www.chalkcircle.ca/ Listen to Revolution Radio Canada 24/7 at: https://revolutionradio.live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Our Interview With Aysanabee

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2023 54:39


    Evan Pang, better known as Aysanabee, is an Oji-Cree singer, songwriter and musican from Sandy Lake First Nation, in Northern Ontario. This artist has had an incredible career, from being a journalist in Toronto, to getting back to his roots after conversations with his grandfather, this conversation was inspiring, and informative. We are so happy for all his success, and can't wait to see what is next! Aysanabee's website can be found here: https://www.aysanabee.com/ Listen to us live 24/7 at: https:revolutionradio.live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Cola From The OBGMs

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2023 68:01


    You know that your band is awesome, when you're shortlisted for the Polaris Music Prize in 2021. This band is one of Dimetre's all time faves, and is quickly becoming one of Craig's as well! The OBGMs are from Toronto, Ontario, Canada. They rock. The are unique, and they are original. Our new friend Cola (drummer Colanthony Humphrey), shares the incredible story of this band's beginnings, and brings us straight up to the present day. New record drops early in 2024! Please check out this almost hour long chat! So much to talk about.... Find The OBGMs at: https://theobgms.com/ Listen to an online radio station that's so good, you'll love us instantly: https://revolutionradio.live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tikka & Tamar from HopefulPhoeniX

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2023 42:20


    This episode has it all! From Sharon, Lois & Bram, to some of our favourite clubs, we chat with Tamar and Tikka from folk rock duo HopefulPhoeniX. These two are right in the middle of an EP release, which we can't wait for!! Also, chat about their upcoming gig at a Toronto indie club fave, Free Times Cafe. Catch HopefulPhoeniX at: https://hopefulphoenix.com/ The greatest radio station to rock the nation 24/7 at: https://revolutionradio.live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Emily and Jimmy From Metric

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2023 31:27


    One of our country's greatest. Period. The duo of Emily and Jimmy have cranked out some of the greatest Rock tracks spanning over two decades. Like I said in the interview, I believe that Metric are a public utility. We just love them that much. Enjoy this conversation, going back to Fenelon Falls, up to present day with Formentara II. Can't wait to chat with them again, such an incredible band, with an incredible career! Get at Metric with their own app, as well as their site: https://www.ilovemetric.com/ Check out Canadian AF, and many other fantastic content and 24/7 music at: https://revolutionradio.live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Jonny Dovercourt 2.0

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2023 65:13


    Author, musician and presenter Jonny Dovercourt does it again!! After the incredible success of his book "Any Night of the Week," Jonny sits down with us to chat about the current and future state of live venues in Canada. "Reimagining Music Venues" is a 90+ page report on what we have had, what we now have, and hopefully, what to expect for live music and venues in this great country of ours! Check out this interview, and also this incredible report. Find the report, and our dear friend Jonny D. at: https://www.wavelengthmusic.ca/ Listen live to the GREATEST alternative online radio station, 24/7 at https://revolutionradio.live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Krys Burton From Little Fauna

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2023 41:27


    We welcome our latest CAF bestie, Krys from St. John's Newfoundland's Little Fauna! An awesome blend of PJ Harvey, Breeders, Veruca Salt and a few others, (well, Dimetre, Derek, Scotty and I think so,) Little Fauna's latest release "Unmothered" is an awesome blend of bedroom pop, and garage rock all in one neat package. Good news, the band is currently working on a full length album, hopefully to arrive in the new year! Big thanks to Krys, we'll definitely chat again... Check out Little Fauna at: https://littlefauna709.bandcamp.com/ Canadian AF is part of the planet's coolest 24/7 online radio station at: https://revolutionradio.live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Alex Perin from Revcall

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2023 48:50


    From Rock 'n' Roll to Rugby, Alex has done it all. And his band, Revcall, is a wonderful throwback to great classic southern rock, with a modern twist. I just realized, I'm describing Revcall like food. Maybe I'm hungry... Can't wait for their show at the end of November, hear all about it in this episode. And, a great convo about late and current Toronto music venues. We also chat School of Rock! Check out our friends in Revcall: https://revcallmusic.com/ Canadian AF is a part of the COOLEST online radio station on the planet 24/7 : https://revolutionradio.live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Brandon Pascoa from Sessions

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2023 45:25


    Derek comes through AGAIN with another awesome guest! Brandon Pascoa has been around the music scene for a good while now, and we chat with him about his latest project to start just around COVID, Sessions. We chat about everything from gigs to gear, favourite places to play, and the large list of musical influences that have found their way into Brandon's music.... Check out Brandon's SoundCloud page: https://soundcloud.com/aitchtothe Listen to Revolution Radio live 24/7 at: https://revolutionradio.live https://crier.co Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Eclecticus - Round 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2023 29:03


    Tiina and Gar are AWESOME. Their band of merry musicians called Eclecticus, joined CAF about a year ago. That episode is one that is still talked about by my friends, and Canadian Af fans, EVERYWHERE! (Sorry for the capital letters, we just REALLY love this band...) Their new album "Double Take" is set to release very soon. They are also going to play their new album in its entirety, live at their record release party, which you'll hear all about in this episode! Eclecticus' website and all the details can be found at: https://eclecticusband.com Listen LIVE (okay, we promise those are the last capital letters) to Revolution Radio 24/7 at: https://revolutionradio.live https://crier.co CAF FOREVER!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    We Got A Rheostatic!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2023 36:45


    Our dear friend Eric Alper has done it again! The CAF boys sit down with writer, musician, journalist, and member of one of Canada's coolest ever bands, Rheostatics', Dave Bidini. One of the original member of The Rheos, and or course the leader of Bidiniband, Dave Bidini has done it all. Played the world's biggest stages, to being a published journalist at AGE 11!! We dig deep into his incredible career, and help him celebrate a wonderful milestone with his independent community newspaper, West End Phoenix, currently in its 7th year. Massive thanks to Dave Bidini, his stories are just mesmerizing. We know you'll love this episode. Check out West End Phoenix at: www.westendphoenix.com Listen to Revolution Radio 24/7/365 at: https://revolutionradio.live https://crier.co Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Toronto Artist Simon Paul

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2023 42:09


    Dimetre has the night off due to having Peter Gabriel tickets. (We're all jealous.) So our dear friend to the podcast, Scotty Komer from The Scary Loud, joins us as guest host. He's a riot, and always fun to hang with. Toronto based artist Simon Paul joins us in conversation. He has worked with a ton of great artists, from creating some of the finest album covers for Dear Rouge, The Tragically Hip, Cevin Key and Skinny Puppy, Lady Gaga, (yes, THAT Lady Gaga), to our other dear friend Brian Hogue of c0ndu1t, to creating logos for my favourite Toronto Brewpub, The Granite Brewery, and MANY other projects that we chat about in this podcast! Check out Simon Paul at: https://luapnomis.com/ Check us out on Canada's biggest and best podcast network: https://crier.co Also, check out our sister radio station 24/7 at: https://revolutionradio.live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The OG Crew Gets Back To Work

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2023 90:44


    Dimetre is back. Derek is back. Craig is pathetic and doesn't go anywhere, so, well, he's still here. We jump back into our respective studios and bring you some of our fave new Canadian and old Canadian tunes. Craig also fires up the DJ decks, and demonstrates live how Len stole your sunshine! Get new and past episodes, and binge at your leisure at: https://crier.co Canadian AF is also part of the Revolution Media Group! Check out our awesome 24/7 radio station: https://revolutionradio.live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Dr. Draw

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2023 45:17


    Canadian violinist Dr. Draw (aka Eugene Draw), is a super talented musician and songwriter, and is a trailblazer for his instrument. Playing in many genres, his music and live performances are sure to captivate many audiences around the world, of which he has traveled many times. Dr. Draw gives us the scoop on his influences, favourite venues around the world, places he still wants to go, and chats the music industry in general with a returning Dimetre, Craig G, and filling in for Derek is our man Army Kris. Check out Dr. Draw at: https://drdraw.ca/ Get ALL episodes of Canadian AF at Canada's largest podcast network: https://crier.co Listen online FREE to the greatest alternative radio station 24/7 at: https://revolutionradio.live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Just As Nuts As Episode 59....

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2023 113:05


    With Dimetre still away, we pick up right where we left off with the insanity that is Craig, Derek, Ryan AND joined as well by our good friend, Army Kris. Playing some of our fave Canuck tunes again. Hope you enjoy! Part of Canada's biggest podcast network: https://crier.co Listen to our Online Radio station 24/7/365: https://revolutionradio.live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    We're Back After a Break, Insanity Ensues

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2023 120:18


    Our Dimetre has gone on a very well deserved vacation to Quebec, so Derek and I called on our good pal Ryan Lindley from the Getting Sauced Podcast as well as the BBQ Playlist on Revolution Radio, and, well, chaos takes hold! We go through some of our favourite Canadian tunes, and Ryan professes his love of the Blues. Tune in, and turn off.... Check out Canadian AF on Canada's largest Podcast Network: https://crier.co And listen to Ryan's BBQ Playlist every Saturday and Sunday, 4PM EST, AND we're 24/7 at: https://revolutionradio.live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Brad Merritt from 54-40

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2023 59:51


    Tsawwassen. It's in British Columbia. How do you pronounce it? Brad from 54-50 gives us the low down on how the locals pronounce it, and how most people outside this border town where his band first got their start pronounce it. 54-40 have been around since the very early 80s. Their career has been a rocky one at times, but they still manage to stick it out, and keep pumping out great albums. From that town I can barely pronounce, to some of the biggest stages in the world, this band has done it all. As always, a massive thanks to our friend Eric Alper! Hope you enjoy this episode, as I greatly enjoyed it, seeing as my new friend Brad managed to give our pal Derek the gears! (You'll see when you listen...) Check us out on Canada's largest podcast network: https://crier.co Listen live to our 24/7 alternative music channel: https://revolutionradio.live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Broadcast Legend Jeff Woods

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2023 132:46


    Jeff is a Canadian broadcasting legend. We sit down with Jeff as our cohost here on CAF, and pick his brain full of incredibly vast music knowledge, and also chat about a few of his passions. His podcasts, The Blue Hotel and Records and Rockstars are only two parts of his unbelievable career. Listening to Jeff tell a story is captivating. His voice pulls you in, and never lets go. I could listen to Jeff read the phone book.... Enjoy this podcast, as we are so fortunate to call him a friend. He truly is a remarkable storyteller. Check out Jeff Woods at: https://www.jeffwoodsradio.com/ Check out our other awesome podcast episodes at Canada's largest podcast network: http://crier.co Listen live to the best radio station EVER: https://revolutionradio.live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Trevor Hurst From Econoline Crush

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2023 66:48


    Dimetre asked our good pal Eric Alper to see if this silly little podcast could get Trevor Hurst from Econoline Crush, a band that we here at CAF completely adore. Eric, as always, gets the job done! This conversation with Trevor is one of our faves. From high school in a small town in B.C., to playing some of the biggest stages on the planet, Econoline Crush and Trevor have done it all. Trevor's stories are amazing, and captivating. Check out this episode, you won't be disappointed. Listen to Canadian AF on Canada's BIGGEST podcast network: https://crier.co The planet's best online radio station is live, 24/7 at: https://revolutionradio.live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    CAF Deep Dive - The Tragically Hip, Canada's Band of the 90's Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2023 125:15


    The crew from last time, but, minus Derek, and we gained our pal Ryan Lindley from episode 46, we all chat the last batch of albums that made The Tragically Hip, Canada's band of the 90's. We also chat about the two live albums for good measure! We talk about it all here, from just after Fully Completely, to basically losing Gord Downie. This two part series is a MUST LISTEN for the true Hip fan. We missed you, Derek! Listen to CAF on Canada's largest Podcast Network: https://crier.co Canadian AF is also a part of our 24/7 online radio station: https://revolutionradio.live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    CAF Deep Dive - The Tragically Hip, Canada's Band of the 90's Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2023 133:29


    Part of this panel, was present for another Deep Dive episode where we focused on, U2. Army Kris is the newest member of the Deep Dive Panel, and loves The Tragically Hip as much as the rest of us. This band is Canadian royalty. Much more than the ACTUAL Royal Family. We discuss this band at great length all throughout their incredible career during the 90's. The Hip OWNED Canadian music in the 90's. You'll hear some awesome stories from all involved that saw this incredible band live, and how this band changed Derek's entire outlook on music. We talk about The Hip from their first EP, up until Fully Completely. Part 2 is next..... Check us out on Canada's Largest Podcast Network: https://crier.co Listen online to THE GREATEST RADIO STATION: https://revolutionradio.live ALSO, check out Revolution Radio's YouTube Channel! Revolution Radio TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Men Without Hats' Ivan Doroschuk

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2023 40:29


    Our friend Cory White managed to set this up for us, and we're eternally grateful! Ivan Doroschuk is a name that we've been tossing around as a hopeful interview, since the beginnings of this show. In this episode, you'll hear the very beginnings of Men Without Hats starting life as a punk band, all the way to going back out on the road, and playing to new audiences. We sincerely appreciate Ivan's stories, and his incredible catalogue. Listen to us on Canada's BIGGEST & BEST Podcast Network: https://crier.co Also, we're on the planet's greatest online radio station 24/7: https://revolutionradio.live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Jake Buckley

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2023 38:48


    Two interviews in one night! Our second interview was brought by our co host, Army Kris. Kris is from Edmonton, and his old pal Jake Buckley was a fantastic conversation. Kris apparently DJed AND catered Jake's wedding! (Kris can do it all, including jumping out of airplanes....) Jake is a wonderful folk singer/songwriter and musician, and everything is discussed here, including his fantastic back catalogue, to his upcoming record, to his MASSIVE basement bar. Check him out at: https://www.jakebuckley.ca Check out Canadian AF on Canada's LARGEST Podcast Network: https://crier.co And, of course, the BEST radio station on the planet 24/7: https://revolutionradio.live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Cory White From Shocore

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2023 39:07


    I was first introduced to the band Shocore, and their mega hit "Bonecracker" working as a DJ in clubs and on alternative radio. I can assure you, EVERY time I played that track, dance floors lit up! Singer/songwriter/musician from Shocore Cory White chats with us about his early days working with a certain David Marsden, to massive heights with his band, AND, the one and only Gordon Lightfoot. We greatly appreciate Cory's time, and awesome stories. New music is on the way! Check out Canadian AF on Canada's largest Podcast Network: https://crier.co We broadcast the BEST music, 24/7 at: https://revolutionradio.live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Our 50th Episode! With Chris Scian and Guest Host Army Kris

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2023 144:34


    Can you believe we've turned 50?! Well, not quite... On this episode we sit down with Toronto singer/songwriter Chris Scian, and thank him for bringing the Maple Leafs good luck the night of our show. And, all the while we celebrate The Leafs, our pal Army Kris from the Crier Media network cusses out his Edmonton Oilers. This show was a blast. Thanks so much to all of our previous guests, and thanks to all those who listen to our show! Please, subscribe and follow wherever you get your favourite podcasts. So much more great stuff to come! Listen to Canadian AF on Canada's Largest Podcast Network: https://crier.co Listen to the greatest music station on the PLANET: https://revolutionradio.live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Emily Mac

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2023 37:15


    Craig and Dimetre sit down with our new friend, Emily Mac. From 25,000 streams in under a month, to an upcoming gig at the legendary Bovine Sex Club, things are looking up for this Canadian rocker! We think 2023 will be a great year for Emily..... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Drew Arnott from Strange Advance

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2023 52:22


    A guest we've wanted to get since the beginning of this show. Glad we did! We chat with Strange Advance's Drew Arnott, and he regales us with stories of SA, from the earliest days starting in Vancouver as a prog rock band, to their latest offering: "Strange Advance 4." Oh, and of course, we chat about LOTS of music gear.....! Massive thanks to Drew, and our friend Eric Alper. Canadian AF on Canada's Largest Podcast Network: https://crier.co Listen to Revolution Radio 24/7: https://revolutionradio.live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Christian Simpson From Glueleg

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2023 57:12


    We sincerely appreciate Christian's time and wonderful stories! We're sad that Carlos Alonso wasn't able join, (feel better Carlos), but the CAF crew had a blast with Christian anyhow. Joined also by our friend Scotty Komer of The Scary Loud. From King Crimson to Faith No More, you'll hear stories of the earliest days of Glueleg, to their latest release, "Horror Vacui." Check out Revolution Radio Canada 24/7: https://revolutionradio.live Check out Canada's Largest Podcast Network: https://crier.co Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Ryan Lindley's Getting Sauced

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2023 145:56


    Our newest member to the Revolution Radio family, AND, one of Crier Media's busiest content creators, Ryan Lindley, joins us on the show as our latest co-host. We talk with Ryan about everything, from his early days of wanting to be a radio jock, to soon spinning his own radio show on Rev Radio, to his love of food, and specifically, being a BBQ Pit Master! April 1st and 2nd, 2023, Ryan and his team will be taking over The Cheese Boutique in Toronto. Check out the episode for full details. Check out Ryan's "Getting Sauced Podcast", AND Canadian AF on The Crier Media Network: https://crier.co/ Listen live 24/7 to Revolution Radio at: https://revolutionradio.live/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ms. Jully Black

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2023 34:38


    The CAF Crew is honoured and privileged to sit down with Jully Black for an amazing conversation. We chat about everything, from at only 14 being approached by a record label, to the NBA All Star Game experience, to Jully's hopeful wish that the word "BIPOC" be erased completely. As far as Craig G is concerned, Jully should be Prime Minister of this country. It 's a job however that she probably doesn't want........ Check us out on the country's BIGGEST & BEST Podcast Network!! https://crier.co/ We broadcast live 24/7 at: https://revolutionradio.live/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Countdown to The Junos 2023!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2023 106:31


    The CAF crew reminisce on their favourite Junos moments, and bring some perspective on this year's upcoming show. CAN'T WAIT for them on March 13th! Check us out 24/7: https://revolutionradio.live/ Also proud members of The Crier Media family: https://crier.co/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Canadian AF - The Best Of 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2023 101:08


    Craig, Derek and Dimetre sit in our respective studios, and reminisce on our favourite songs of 2022. From DijahSB, to Kristen Manza, we re-explore the songs that had us smiling this past year. Let's face it, not many things made us smile in 2022. Just a reminder that no matter how dark life can get, artists will always find a way to shine a light on all of us. Hear us 24/7 at: revolutionradio.live Canadian AF and Revolution Radio are proud members of the Crier Media family: https://crier.co/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Jazz from Blue Moon Marquee

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2023 37:40


    We sit down with Jazz from Blue Moon Marquee to chat before the duo hits the road for a tour of Australia! BMM just cleaned up at the Maple Blues Awards a few weeks ago, and are quickly becoming trailblazers in the blues and roots genres. Listen to Revolution Radio: revolutionradio.live Find Canadian AF and TONS of other fantastic podcasts at: https://crier.co/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Gordon Deppe from Spoons!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2023 73:36


    The CAF crew sits down with Spoons frontman Gordon Deppe, and chat about everything from his start in music, all the way to being a member of A Flock Of Seagulls. We sincerely thank Gord for his time. This was a treat for us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Our 40th Episode! With Evelynne Ross, & guest host Scotty Komer!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2023 37:28


    Joining us on our 40th episode, is a singer/songwriter who has done it all, from cover band to solo performer, Evelynne Ross join us and chats about their latest release. ALSO, bestie to CAF, The Scary Loud's Scotty Komer fills in as guest host for our beloved Derek Lewis..... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Co-host Brian Hogue from c0ndu1t !!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2023 165:21


    Our friend to Revolution Radio, Brian from Burlington Ontario industrial band c0ndu1t joins the CAF crew, and brings some of his favourite Canadian tracks.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Jonah From Numb Tongues

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2022 54:19


    Our dear pal Eric Alper introduced us to Revolution Radio's latest bestis, Jonah Grinberg from the Toronto based funk outfit, Numb Tongues. Jonah is awesome, and our chat was one of our faves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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