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On our first in-person interview in a while we're chatting with Fin Edwards, the vocalist and guitarist of Danger Box.Danger Box are a young and ambitious punk rock unit inspired by the sounds of mid 2000s pop punk and post hardcore. With over 70 shows under their belt, the group has made a name for themselves in Nanaimo and the Vancouver Island rock scene thanks to their DIY work ethic and electrifying live shows.Once More With Feeling is a new series made by James Olson, producer Felix Fung of Little Red Sounds, and a talented videography team. Available now, only on YouTube with new episodes every other week.Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.Credits: Hosted and produced by James Olson. Edited and mixed by Will Chernoff. Powered by Chernoff Music.

Midmay are a alternative R&B duo featuring Tom Shand (vocals/guitar) and Jacob Regehr (vocals/piano) After working together in various capacities for over a decade, Shand and Regehr capture the sounds of classic soul and R&B while drawing from contemporary sensibilities and influences on their debut EP Sound in Stays. Listen in as we talk AI, the questionable nature of posthumous music releases, the creative power of gibberish, & more.Once More With Feeling is a new series made by James Olson, producer Felix Fung of Little Red Sounds, and a talented videography team. Available now, only on YouTube with new episodes every other week.Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.Credits: Hosted and produced by James Olson. Edited and mixed by Will Chernoff. Powered by Chernoff Music.

Shimbashi Station distinguish themselves within the crowded Vancouver indie rock scene with a commitment to straightforward melodicism, deceptive instrumental complexity, and musical and visual influences inspired by Japanese culture.Cody Clark (vocals/guitar) and Kristian Goze (drums/vocals) join us to talk the public transit related origins of the band, their creative approach to promoting their music, their debut LP Takeoff! and more.Once More With Feeling is a new series made by James Olson, producer Felix Fung of Little Red Sounds, and a talented videography team. Available now, only on YouTube with new episodes every other week.Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.Credits: Hosted and produced by James Olson. Edited and mixed by Will Chernoff. Powered by Chernoff Music.

It's that time of year again!2024 was an excellent year for music and marked a year of change for the show.Join your host James Olson and guest host Catlin Nagy as we discuss our favorite releases of the last 12 months. Catlin Nagy is a fellow music fanatic and recent Toronto transplant who has worked alongside past guests including Vox Rea and The Jins in a previous role with Vancouver label 604 Records. Once More With Feeling is a new series made by James Olson, producer Felix Fung of Little Red Sounds, and a talented videography team. Available now, only on YouTube with new episodes every other week.Credits: Hosted and produced by James Olson. Edited and mixed by Will Chernoff. Powered by Chernoff Music.Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.

King Bob is the stage name and musical project of one Jackson McDonald.Drawing inspiration from the melodic punk and alternative rock acts that dominated the late '90s and early 2000s, King Bob has established his reign as one of the most exciting new artists from Vancouver Island having played a string of sold out shows in Victoria and beyond.His debut record Rookie explores the downtrodden yet naively optimistic exploits of a man searching for meaning in the face of the absurdity of adulthood and modern life. Join His Majesty and your host James Olson as they explore the multi-generational cultural impact of Green Day, lament the loss of the Hartford Whalers, debate the merits of concept records, & more.

Haleluya Hailu is a singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer whose latest EP eternally, yours explores navigating friendships, relationships, and young adulthood within a contemporary pop sound that blurs the lines between hip hop, indie folk, and alt rock.Listen in as we talk about Haleluya's experience as the host of her own local music radio show, studying music production in Nelson BC, and more. Once More With Feeling is a new series made by James Olson, producer Felix Fung of Little Red Sounds, and a talented videography team. Available now, only on YouTube with new episodes every other week.Listen to our Vancity Jams playlist on Spotify.Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.

Cam Blake is a vocalist, multi-instrumentalist and producer who has explored a variety of musical styles over the course of his budding music career. Join us as we chat the future of art and music in the age of AI, the enigmatic wonder of Casio keyboards, and the anxious themes of Cam's diverse and disorienting new record SATISFACTION OF SAMENESS. Once More With Feeling is a new series made by James Olson, producer Felix Fung of Little Red Sounds, and a talented videography team. Available now, only on YouTube with new episodes every other week.Listen to our Vancity Jams playlist on Spotify.Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.

The Bankes Brothers are a modern roots rock band who have quickly established themselves as an exciting international touring act. Morgan Bankes (vocals/guitar) and Carson Cleaver (lead guitar) join us to talk the development of the band's soul and punk rock inspired sound, cutting their teeth as a cover band on Vancouver Island, and tales from the road.Once More With Feeling is a new series made by James Olson, producer Felix Fung of Little Red Sounds, and a talented videography team. Available now, only on YouTube with new episodes every other week.Listen to our Vancity Jams playlist on Spotify.Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.

Parlour Panther are a rising indie rock band who combine elements of synth pop, glam rock, and R&B to create a sound that is joyful, optimistic, and life affirming. Their third record BLOOM sees the band expanding their lineup with the addition of drummer Jen Foster and the return of guitarist Saadi D'Hoore and sees them refining their approach to production. BLOOM is easily one of the best sounding local releases we've heard so far this year.Once More With Feeling is a new series made by James Olson, producer Felix Fung of Little Red Sounds, and a talented videography team. Available now, only on YouTube with new episodes every other week.Listen to our Vancity Jams playlist on Spotify.Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.

Julien Lavoie is a vocalist, songwriter, and guitarist who has created a neat little niche of his own within the Vancouver music scene, playing a lovelorn and wistful blend of bedroom pop, psychedelic rock, and jazz fusion.His much anticipated debut record Swan Dive, covers all of the stages of a breakup including the tragic buildup, the stages of grief, and acceptance all contained within a dream-like musical atmosphereJoin us as we talk about the value of art in a capitalist society, moonlighting as a standup comic, songs coming from dreams, and more. Listen to our Vancity Jams playlist on Spotify.Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.

Slightest Clue are a rising alternative rock quartet characterized by eclectic musical sensibilities, creative business savvy, and electrifying live energy owing to the distinct personalities of each of their four members.Listen in as we talk with Malcolm McLaren (vocals/guitar) and Hannah Kruse (vocals/bass) about the band's evolution from a bedroom project into a full-fledged band, their self-described misfit persona, their latest EP Carousel, and more. Listen to our Vancity Jams playlist on Spotify.Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.

What a year!On our Best of 2023 special we're joined by guest host Johnny Das to celebrate our favorite local, Canadian, and international releases of the past 12 months.Johnny Das is the vocalist and guitarist for the hardcore punk unit Mediaslaves. He is also a music journalist whose work has been featured in publications including Revolver, Range, and The Georgia Straight. Listen to our Vancity Jams playlist on Spotify.Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.

Holy Felix is the latest musical project of vocalist, guitarist, and songwriter Felix Roberts.After playing in a handful of bands and previously releasing music under the moniker Rabbit Hole, Roberts has reinvented himself as the hard rock heretic Holy Felix. His first round of singles along with his fiery live performances have created an undeniable buzz in the Vancouver music scene with his upcoming debut record titled 7 promising to be an apocalyptic revelation.Listen to our Vancity Jams playlist on Spotify.Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.

Dacey are a forward thinking genre mashing alternative R&B act who in their brief time as a group have been featured on a selection of high profile Spotify playlists, signed to the label Imperial Music, and have amassed a devoted following in the Vancouver music scene.Together with Dacey Andrada and Justin Tecson, we discuss the band's music school roots, their love for absurd viral skits, and the pending release of their psych rock masterpiece.Listen to our Vancity Jams playlist on Spotify.Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.

Post-Modern Connection are a rising indie rock unit that combine international influences, deceptively complex song structures, and upbeat vibes to create a unique sound within the local music scene.Join us as we chat with Tega Ovie and Georges Nasrallah about the band's humble beginnings on the open mic circuit in Kelowna, their first forays into streaming on Twitch, and their new EP A Welcome Change. Listen to our Vancity Jams playlist on Spotify.Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.

Noble Son is the musical alter ego of singer/songwriter and actor Adam Kirschner.Over the course of three records, Adam has explored themes of mental health, love, and personal growth all while incorporating an infectious sense of humor into his lyrics and energetic live performances.Adam's latest release Doom was written and recorded solo in his home studio, adding a layer of intimacy and immediacy to his lyrical explorations of the anxiety of young adult life.Listen in as we chat with Adam about growing up in For St. John, his approach to acting and filmmaking, and the underrated value of comedy in music.Listen to our Vancity Jams playlist on Spotify.Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.

This one has been a long time coming.Peach Pit are an indie rock unit known for their jangly, up-tempo guitar work, instantly catchy melodic sensibilities, and melancholic lyricism. Thanks to their refined songwriting, business savvy, and undeniable work ethic, Peach Pit have become one of the biggest bands to break out of the Vancouver music scene in the last decade having signed with Columbia records, toured multiple continents, and played major festivals including Bonnaroo and Lollapalooza.Listen in as we talk to vocalist/guitarist Neil Smith and guitarist Chris Vanderkooy about the band's colourful past and bright future. Listen to our Vancity Jams playlist on Spotify.Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.

That's right folks, Pacific Sound Radio has hit 150 episodes!To celebrate this milestone as the longest-running interview podcast dedicated to Vancouver music, your host James Olson is joined by PSR co-founder Jaeden Froese and local music producer Felix Fung (Little Red Sounds) to reflect on the show's eventful 7 year run.Listen in as we talk about the show's humble beginnings, our stint with the Save On Radio network, weathering the pandemic, and future plans.Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.

The History of Gunpowder are a blistering and mysterious freakout ensemble who blend jazz, blues, art rock, soul, and world music into a progressive and explosive sonic experience. Featuring a large cast of some of the best musicians in the Vancouver scene, vocalist/guitarist Alex Morison and company have established themselves as one of the best live acts in Western Canada with their theatrical live shows often featuring burlesque dancers, gymnasts, and performance artists.Listen in as we learn all about the phantasmagorical history of the Gunpowder band, the process of crafting their immersive concert film/soundtrack Swallows, and more. Listen to our Vancity Jams playlist on Spotify.Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.

Michaela Slinger is a singer/songwriter who plays a joyful, finely crafted, and panoramic style of pop music in the vein of contemporary greats like Carly Rae Jepsen and Taylor Swift. Her new album is titled This Can't Last Forever.Fresh from her first major North American tour, Michaela is an artist on the rise in the Western Canadian music ecosystem. Her first record Panorama was an honorable mention on our Best of 2021 episode and we had a lot of fun talking about creative growth, artistic earnestness, her latest release, and tales from the road.Listen to our Vancity Jams playlist on Spotify.Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.

Madelyn Read is a country/folk artist who explores the contrast between rural nostalgia and urban hustle and bustle as a lifelong Vancouverite. On her debut record Concrete Country, Madelyn explores an intriguing question: “What does it mean to live in a North American city in the 21st Century?”Listen in as we explore the challenges of life in Vancouver, her magical experience at Tiny Lights festival, ponder the prospect of cooperative record labels, & more.

The Jins are an alternative pop/rock power trio who have amassed a growing national and international following thanks to their promotional savvy, engaging live shows, and refined melodic sensibilities. With the help of producer Dave Genn, the band's latest album It's A Life sees The Jins fully embrace their pop side with songs brimming with crunchy guitar work and anthemic choruses.

Porteau are an alternative folk duo composed of vocalist/synth player Victoria Williams and guitarist Craig Stevenson who over the course of two records have created their own ethereal, expansive sound. Together with Victoria and Craig, we discuss the process of emerging from their pandemic hiatus, explore the more personal and intimate direction of their latest release What I Need, and learn about their first ever tour of Japan. Thank you to Pearson Instruments for sponsoring this episode. Learn more about Brad Pearson, luthier & guitar tech in Vancouver, at pearsoninstruments.ca.Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.

Frankiie are a dream rock group that incorporates elements of Laurel Canyon folk, Americana, along with surf and psychedelic rock to create a hazy, ethereal sound that feels both classic and timeless.On this episode we reflect on the band's impending 10 year anniversary and dive into their second record Between Dreams out now on Paper Bag Records.Thank you to Pearson Instruments for sponsoring this episode. Learn more about Brad Pearson, luthier & guitar tech in Vancouver, at pearsoninstruments.ca.Thank you to 12TH ST Sound for sponsoring this episode. Learn more about Anthony Cenerini's recording studio in New Westminster at 12thst.ca.Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.

Devours is the main musical project of vocalist and producer Jeff Cancade.Over the course of four albums, Devours has carved a unique niche in the Vancouver music scene with his gothic and glitchy brand of dance music pulling influences ranging from top 40 pop, industrial rock, metal, and professional wrestling. Thank you to Pearson Instruments for sponsoring this episode. Learn more about Brad Pearson, luthier & guitar tech in Vancouver, at pearsoninstruments.ca.Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.

Francis Arevalo is a rapper, producer, and community organizer who explores personal struggle and growth through introspective lyrics and smooth delivery over soulful and uplifting beats. Together we chat about his debut full length LP Heatcheck, his approach to production, basketball, and more.Thank you to 12TH ST Sound for sponsoring this episode. Learn more about Anthony Cenerini's recording studio in New Westminster at 12thst.ca.Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.

Louise Burns is a singer/songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer who has received consistent critical acclaim including multiple Polaris Prize nominations over the course of her 20+ year career. On her latest release titled Element, Louise takes her synth pop sound in a more meditative and atmospheric direction reflective of a need for healthy escapism.Thank you to Pearson Instruments for sponsoring this episode. Learn more about Brad Pearson, luthier & guitar tech in Vancouver, at pearsoninstruments.ca.Thank you to 12TH ST Sound for sponsoring this episode. Learn more about Anthony Cenerini's recording studio in New Westminster at 12thst.ca.Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.

Bratboy are a power trio who play a snappy and fun blend of early punk, surf rock, and 60s pop while incorporating an eye-catching visual style throughout their music videos, photoshoots, and on-stage attire. The group has played with international touring acts including Amyl and the Sniffers and Starcrawler along with local groups such as Dead Soft and Woolworm. Bratboy's debut record Bratworld arrives spring 2023.Thank you to Pearson Instruments for sponsoring this episode. Learn more about Brad Pearson, luthier & guitar tech in Vancouver, at pearsoninstruments.ca.

Rong are a three-piece rock group who play a “heart-on-sleeve, tongue-in-cheek” brand of punk. The band's recently released debut record Wurst sees the group expand and refine their fiery, riff driven rock sound. Listen in as we talk about the band's roots as a Dookie-era Green Day tribute act, the best parts of recording Wurst, ventriloquist dummies, and more. Thank you to Pearson Instruments for sponsoring this episode. Learn more about Brad Pearson, luthier & guitar tech in Vancouver, at pearsoninstruments.ca.Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.

Babe Corner are a Vancouver indie dream pop supergroup featuring members of Blue J, Club Sofa, Doohickey Cubicle, and Haley Blais.On this episode, we chat with lead vocalist/guitarist Lindsay Sjoberg about the band's origins, the meaning of "babecore", their debut record Crybaby, & more. Thank you to 12TH ST Sound for sponsoring this episode. Learn more about Anthony Cenerini's recording studio in New Westminster at 12thst.ca.Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.

Janky Bungag is a Filipino-Canadian country artist inspired by the outlaw stylings of Waylon Jennings, Merle Haggard, and Johnny Cash.Initially conceived as a pandemic project, Janky has emerged as part of a burgeoning and exciting Northern Country or cowpunk scene in the Vancouver music ecosystem.Listen in as we learn how Janky got into country, his love for skateboarding, how he wound up opening for Canadian hardcore legends Cancer Bats, & more. Thank you to Pearson Instruments for sponsoring this episode. Learn more about Brad Pearson, luthier & guitar tech in Vancouver, at pearsoninstruments.ca.Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.

Maddisun is an up-and-coming singer/songwriter from the rural community of Cranbrook, BC. Her second album, Home Is Where the Music Is, came out in 2022 and was featured in Pacific Sound Radio's year-end episode.Utilizing a knack for pop songwriting, commanding vocals, and by incorporating a range of musical styles, Maddisun has established herself as an authentic and genuine emerging talent.On this episode, Maddisun talks her time living abroad, navigating the LA music industry, a memorable summer video shoot in the Okanagan, and more.Thank you to Pearson Instruments for sponsoring this episode. Learn more about Brad Pearson, luthier & guitar tech in Vancouver, at pearsoninstruments.ca.Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.

Cain Price is the latest musical project of vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Mat Wilkins. Through Cain Price, Wilkins blends folk and accessible pop songwriting with electronic textures to create a sound that is eclectic and otherworldly. With Mat, we discuss the isolation and anxiety of the digital age, what makes for the best cover song, his visually striking new music video, and more.Thank you to Pearson Instruments for sponsoring this episode. Learn more about Brad Pearson, luthier & guitar tech in Vancouver, at pearsoninstruments.ca.Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.

Byron & Adam Slack of punk trio Invasives reflect on their unique place as one of the longest running bands in the Vancouver punk and hard rock scene, talk tales from the road, and dig into their latest release, Feel Good Live Forever.Thank you to 12TH ST Sound for sponsoring this episode. Learn more about Anthony Cenerini's recording studio in New Westminster at 12thst.ca.Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.

Will Chernoff joins James for an annual tradition: the PSR "best-of" episode that ends each year. Will is a bassist and music journalist in Vancouver. In addition to now co-producing this podcast with James, Will also hosts two other music podcasts: Rhythm Changes and Jazz Office Hours.In this best-of episode for 2022, James and Will each pick two local (Metro Vancouver / South Coast / South Vancouver Island) albums, two albums from the rest of Canada, and one album from anywhere in the world.Honourable mentions: James picked Kamikaze Nurse - StimulosoWallgrin - Yet Again The Wheel Turns (Wallgrin's PSR episode)Orville Peck - BroncoKing Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard - Ice, Death, Planets, Mushrooms, and Lava Will picked Maddisun - Home is Where The Music Is Makadi - BRGNDY The Blue and Gold - self-titled (Will's review on Rhythm Changes)Keanu Ienco - Celestial Desire (Keanu's interview on Rhythm Changes) Local picks:James picked The This - How Does It Feel When It's Gone? (Track: "Strike The Gong")Vox Rea - self-titled (Track: "I'm Free") [Vox Rea's PSR episode]Will picked Amanda Sum - New Age Attitudes (Track: "Awkward Bodies") [Amanda's Rhythm Changes Podcast episode]Blue J - A Sign of Good Luck (Track: "I Feel Your Pull") [Justice McLellan's Rhythm Changes Podcast episode]Rest-of-Canada picks: James picked Luna Li - Duality (Track: "What You're Thinking")Alvvays - Blue Rev (Track: "Belinda Says")Will picked The East Pointers - House of Dreams (Track: "Stronger Than You Know")Iskwē & Tom Wilson - Mother Love (Track: "Coal Mine") [Will's review on Roots Music Canada]International picks: James picked Viagra Boys - Cave World Will picked Makaya McCraven - In These Times Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.

Tegan Wahlgren of the art pop act Wallgrin talks the interdisciplinary dimensions of their work, facing the chaos of the modern world, and the thematic layers of their latest record Yet Again The Wheel Turns. Thank you to Rhythm Changes for sponsoring this episode. Get the free weekly article about creative music in Canada; become a member for free today at rhythmchanges.ca/psr.Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.

Chris Smith & James Turner of the contemporary psychedelic rock group Meltt talk writing sessions in the BC wilderness, refining their craft, and give us a sneak peek into their upcoming 2023 sophomore record. Thank you to Rhythm Changes for sponsoring this episode. Get the free weekly article about creative music in Canada; become a member for free today at rhythmchanges.ca/psr.Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.

Kate & Lauren Kurdyak of the noir-pop duo Vox Rea talk creative evolution, embracing musical fusion, their debut record, and more. Thank you to Rhythm Changes for sponsoring this episode. Get the free weekly article about creative music in Canada; become a member for free today at rhythmchanges.ca/psr.Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.

Drummer Dave Taylor of the modern pop/rock act Colour Tongues talks post-pandemic touring, the creation of the band's latest release Midnight Island, and more.

On our long overdue first episode of 2022, we catch up with vocalist/guitarist/band leader Daniel James of Brass Camel. Brass Camel are a virtuoso rock act who play a technically complex and thrilling blend of prog rock and funk. Their next record Brass drops fall 2022.

2021 was definitely better than 2020 and we're cautiously optimistic heading into the new year. Join your host James Olson and our producer Mark Lingelbach as we talk our favorite local, Canadian, and international releases of 2021.

Born in the midst of the pandemic and featuring seasoned veterans of the Vancouver metal scene, Carcosa play a punishing and technically impressive brand of deathcore inspired by the likes of The Acacia Strain and Brand of Sacrifice. The band dropped their first full length record Anthology this year and have already amassed a faithful following thanks to their savvy use of platforms like YouTube and Tik Tok. This is a group that is truly on the rise and we are honored to feature them as the first metal band on the podcast.

Born from the DIY music community in East Vancouver, Schwey are an indie funk unit that have developed a reputation within the city's underground as a high energy and unpredictable live act. Drawing inspiration from genre greats like Parliament Funkadelic and the Ohio Players along with contemporary acts like Vulfpeck, Schwey pull from hip hop, R&B, and electro pop to create a sound that's entirely their own. Schwey dropped their sophomore record Schwey 2: Cyber Soul in May 2021 which sees the group take an exciting new musical direction through the incorporation of futuristic synths, electronic beats, and just the right amount of vocal fx.

This episode we're speaking with Jason Corbett and Adam Fink of the darkwave/goth rock group ACTORS. Jason is a producer and songwriter who has worked with a number of local and Canadian bands including electro dance act Gang Signs, glam rocker Art D'Ecco, and dream pop band Frankiie at his studio Jacknife Sound. Adam is the drummer for ACTORS and has lent his talents to a number of other local acts including Jody Glenham and the Dreamers, Gang Signs, and Blue J.

Sam Tudor is a vocalist, songwriter, engineer, and producer who has been releasing music under his own name since 2014. His project is a DIY collective effort featuring an impressive roster of session and touring musicians from bands including Bernice, U.S. Girls, Tasseomancy, Omhouse, and Charlotte Cornfield. On his latest record Two Half Words, Sam lyrically explores memorable and challenging experiences from the last three years of his life while incorporating a combination of electronic and organic instrumentation resulting in his most experimental and atmospheric release to date.

NADUH are a 5 piece femme hip hop supergroup composed of Tee (aka Taraneh), Jenny Lea of I M U R, Rosa Alcantara of Off Topic, Giorgi Holiday (aka Giorgi), and Larisa Marie. Fashioning themselves as a “spicier Spice Girls” and “the female BROCKHAMPTON”, NADUH bring undeniable energy on the three singles they have released to date, display an attention grabbing visual flair, and seem poised to become the next big thing in Western Canadian hip hop.

We’re back and we’ve made some changes to bring you a better show! On this first revamped episode, we’re talking with Iamtheliving and Teon Gibbs. Iamtheliving (a.k.a. Rian Peters) is a singer/songwriter and dancer with roots in soul and contemporary R&B Teon Gibbs is a rapper/songwriter/producer/community organizer and together they have joined forces, bridging the gap between a variety of music styles on a fresh and funky collaborative EP titled JNGL.

There has been plenty of great music to help get us through this pretty crummy year. This week we wrap up 2020 with our annual celebration of our favorite local, Canadian, and international releases with help from our special guest Justice McLellan. Justice is a musician, producer, and podcaster most well known as the driving force behind the indie rock group Blue J and the post-punk project Mesa Luna. This year, Justice started his own Vancouver music podcast called The Department of Justice featuring a number of artists that we have featured on the show. His show is also available on most streaming platforms and we would highly recommend that you check it out.

If the name wasn’t a dead giveaway, The Daveed Saband is the solo project for songwriter, guitarist, and hair aficionado Daveed Saban. Born as a live vehicle for Saban’s self-produced home recordings, The Daveed Saband has developed a reputation for their energetic, humorous, and often chaotic live performances in and around the city of Vancouver. Blending the aesthetics of bedroom pop and dad rock with the dramatic flair of classic jam and prog rock, The Daveed Saband aims to take you on a visceral and thrilling musical journey.

LA Solution Center is a studio project helmed by Dan Ponich who is a local producer and musician previously involved in the folk rock act Echo Nebraska and with the synth tinged alternative rock group Civiliana. Drawing from influences ranging from trip hop to alternative hard rock in collaboration with a variety of guest musicians, LA Solution Center is an adventurous and decidedly fun project perfect for these uncertain times for the music industry.

Naoist is the solo electronic music project of drummer Ali Siadat. If you are a fan of Canadian pop rock, you would be familiar with Ali’s work behind the kit for the Juno nominated band Mother Mother. On his recently released debut EP, Ali explores patterns and textures within a IDM framework making for a dynamic, fluid, and engaging listening experience.