Winnipeg Music Project

Amos the Kid is the stage moniker of Winnipeg's Amos Nadlersmith. Nadlersmith has long been an enigmatic curiosity of the Winnipeg scene. For a time, the prolific songwriter seems to be anywhere and everywhere; then, you couldn’t find him if you went looking. His presence on a stage has been solitary, charming, sly, and brilliant. When it was anything at all. When he was active, however, he made music that was “simple and beautiful” (Stylus Magazine). He was known for his uncluttered turn of phrase and haunting melodies; he had a way, as the best do, of making a voice and a guitar seem new again. All before his 24th birthday. Thus it puzzled audiences that after a half dozen years as the perennial underdog favourite, possessing a trove of unpolished gems, Amos the Kid had never released any music besides a few iPhone memos and a 2016 single that somehow felt half-baked. It wasn’t until 2019 that Nadlersmith finally decided to act. He enlisted friends from some of Winnipeg’s most established indie acts - Living Hour, Yes We Mystic, Palm Trees, and Merin - and created “Mountain View”, a lush and inventive re-imagining of a handful of his oldest songs. The EP was produced by Adam Fuhr (Yes We Mystic) and mastered by Cam Loeppky (The Weakerthans, Cannon Bros.). All pre-recorded music has been removed from this episode. The set list originally featured in this episode included: Amos the Kid “Mountain View“, “What Did You Do”, and “Pine Grove“ from Mountain View. For more local music, check out the Winnipeg Music Project website. Thank you to UMFM 101.5FM. Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio.

Tracy Bone-‘09 JUNO Award Nominee (Keeseekoowenin Ojibway Nation). Multi-Award Winning Country/Americana Songstress received “Songwriter Of The Year” wins for BOTH her debut album “No Lies” (’08) and her sophomore album “Woman Of Red” (2012) at the Aboriginal People’s Choice Music Awards in Winnipeg, MB. She was honoured with a JUNO Award Nomination for her debut Album “No Lies” in 2009. The 2010 Vancouver Olympics Entertainer has been blessed to open for notable Country Artists such as George Canyon, Charlie Major & Terri Clark. Her 3rd studio Album “Keeps The Fire” is slated for an early 2020 release. All pre-recorded music has been removed from this episode. The set list originally featured in this episode included: Tracy Bone’s Single “Can’t Get Over You”, “Love n Drive" ft. Hellnback” and “Woman of Red” from Woman of Red. For more local music, check out the Winnipeg Music Project website. Thank you to UMFM 101.5FM. Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio.

There’s something to be said for keeping it in the family…Three brothers, Dan, John and Matt Baron create the genetic make up of FIINN. With ear haunting melodies and clever rhythms, FIINN creates unique soundscapes, leaving audiences with an eerie sense of human synchronicity. All pre-recorded music has been removed from this episode. The set list originally featured in this episode included:FIINN “Big Roots“, “Du Bell Can“ and “Montreal“. For more local music, check out the Winnipeg Music Project website. Thank you to UMFM 101.5FM. Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio.

LLUX is a band fronted by Canadian songwriter Lindsay Thomson, born and raised in the Northern town of Kenora, Ontario. The band’s sound blends indie rock and power pop, Thomson expressing herself through honest lyrics and guitar driven songs. New to the Winnipeg music scene, Lindsay has been working on a debut EP ‘The Drive,’ set for release this spring. 

All pre-recorded music has been removed from this episode. The set list originally featured in this episode included Mitchell Mozdzen's “Take Me Down“ from Red, “Fate“ from Yellow, and “Best Friend“ from Green/Blue. For more local music, check out the Winnipeg Music Project website. Thank you to UMFM 101.5FM. Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio. Transition sound provided by Noah Derksen.

Hellnback is a performer with high energy and stage presence. He performs songs from his album #Fourteen91, previous hits and songs he's been featured in. His most recent feature is with A Tribe Called Red's Suplex Album called "The People's Champ". He also has a song with the Hendo Brothers "Blessed" which went #1 on the Indigenous Music Countdown. Lisa is a contemporary hand drum singer who performs songs and shares stories about the culture and hand drum. With teachings from her grandmother and father, she contributes to cultural enrichment by encouraging future generations. She has traveled and taught many groups about drumming and helping others learn about song format and writing. She is also a storyteller, carrying on her late grandfather's legacy of story telling. All pre-recorded music has been removed from this episode. The set list originally featured in this episode included Lisa Muswagon “Buffalo & Rabbits” from Buffalo & Rabbits and Hellnback (ft. Lisa Muswagon) “My Native People” from #Fourteen91. For more local music, check out the Winnipeg Music Project website. Thank you to UMFM 101.5FM. Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio.

Pulling from their background in Noise & Hardcore, Postwar aims to make authentic, visceral Hip Hop. As a member of Winnipeg music collective "Styx City Cult", Postwar pushes their brand of Alternative Hip Hop alongside collaborations with fellow Cult members and artists across the world. Postwar's music has been described as "the grimiest in the city" and for good reason. Non-stop aggressive rhyme schemes and flows coupled with simultaneous braggadocio and self deprecation make Postwar's catalog one to dig through. All pre-recorded music has been removed from this episode. The set list originally featured in this episode is Postwar’s “Wool Fabric“, “I’m Not Okay“, “Static.“ For more local music, check out the Winnipeg Music Project website. Thank you to UMFM 101.5FM. Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio.

A son of a prominent musicologist, Daniel Raiskin grew up in St. Petersburg. He attended the celebrated conservatory in his native city and continued his studies in Amsterdam and Freiburg. First focusing on viola, he was inspired to take up the baton by an encounter with the distinguished teacher Lev Savich. From the 2020/2021 season Daniel Raiskin will be Principal Conductor of the Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra. In addition, he is Music Director of the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra since August 2018 and Principal Guest Conductor of the Belgrade Philharmonic Orchestra from season 2017/18. Daniel Raiskin is also relentlessly committed to sharing his knowledge and passion with young musicians around the world. He devotes his time regularly to working with youth orchestras in a.o. Canada, Estonia, Germany, Iceland, Netherlands, Russia and South Africa. He sat down with Ashley Bieniarz to chat about his life before his astounding conducting career, what led him down this musical path and shared some insight into the life of a Symphonic Orchestra Music Director. For more local music, check out the Winnipeg Music Project website. Thank you to UMFM 101.5FM. Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio.

Brandon Post is a guitarist, songwriter and singer whose infectious guitar hooks are backed by carefully chosen lyrics & melodies. We sat down after performing together at Brandon’s EP release of Good Intentions In The Big Spoke at Le Garage Cafe. We talked business, songwriting, what goes into planning an EP release, gig checklists and more! The set list originally featured in this episode was: Brandon Post’s “Pointless Man”, “Light from Here”, “Strange” from Good Intentions In The Big Smoke. For more local music, check out the Winnipeg Music Project website. Thank you to UMFM 101.5FM. Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio. Transition provided by Noah Derksen.

Listen to the latest episode of the Winnipeg Music Project with the kind-hearted and hardworking hiphop artist originally from Cross Lake, Stun. We can about his journey since his beginnings at a local talent show, his life and aspirations two LPs later, and the balance of having a music career and fatherhood. The set list originally featured in this episode was Stuns’s “Feel Me Flow”,”Play It Right”,”I am Native” from Braided Up. For more local music, check out the Winnipeg Music Project website. Thank you to UMFM 101.5FM. Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio.

This episode of the Winnipeg Music Project is Cameron Denby, an award winning local percussionist. We chat about our shared experiences with the University of Manitoba Faculty of Music, Cameron's study abroad at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, and his current focus The Fresh Blood Project: am "exciting, weird and fun" show featuring new percussive pieces composed by local and emerging music-makers. All pre-recorded music has been removed from this episode. The set list originally featured in this episode is Ross Bugden’s “Blacklight” and Nolan Hildebrand “Harem Scarum” ft. University of Manitoba Percussion Ensemble. For more local music, check out the Winnipeg Music Project website. Thank you to UMFM 101.5FM. Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio.

Honest as a day spent on a tractor, and driven like the drifting Prairie snow. 2018 Manitoba Country Music Association Roots Artist of the Year, Quinton Blair is a road running, tale-spinning songwriter. Silky and smooth like a diesel engine, his beard glistening in the setting sun, its rodeo mud in his teeth and horses in his blood. This episode features a live performance of Quinton Blair’s “Something To Me”. For more local music, check out the Winnipeg Music Project website. Thank you to UMFM 101.5FM. Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio.

The Gerry Hatricks deliver a progressive folk-rock music style with a punk aesthetic. Spirited and impressive musicianship is what to expect from this group of close friends. Raw and honest story telling with unique fingerstyle guitar playing and weaving, high energy bass lines that don't quit. The songs stay hot with driving drum beats while simultaneously are kept cool with soothing vocal harmonies. A full plate of medium rare melody you wont soon forget! The set list originally featured in this episode is: The Gerry Hatricks “Concrete“, “Sean Perrun“, and “PB Jam“ from The Gerry Hatricks EP. For more local music, check out the Winnipeg Music Project website. Thank you to UMFM 101.5FM. Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio. Transition contributed by Noah Derksen.

Brandi is a singer/songwriter whose authentic country roots are intertwined with rock and the blues. She is a natural born performer who comes from a musical Metis family. Brandi is a force to be reckoned with. her rebel spirit is evident on stage and in her music. Her biggest inspirations include Johnny Cash, the Rolling Stones, Janis Joplin and Miranda Lambert. Brandi is currently on the Indigenous Music Countdown. She is playing live, looking forward to the September 20, 2019 release of her first single, Walk Away. We sat down in her living room to chat about her musical journey and her mission to inspire others through her music and other creative endeavours. All pre-recorded music has been removed from this episode. The set list originally featured in this episode is: Jesse Bandura “On the Run”, Johnny Cash (covered by Brandi Vezina) “"Folsom Prison”, and Brandi Vezina “Walk Away”. For more local music, check out the Winnipeg Music Project website. Thank you to UMFM 101.5FM. Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio. Transition contributed by Noah Derksen.

AC Breeze is a Winnipeg-based musician and storyteller on a constant grind to bring deliciously marinated music to your ears. Raised in Steinbach, Manitoba but born in the Philippines, AC Breeze often expresses storytelling through a wide range of genre and melody. All pre-recorded music has been removed from this episode. The set list originally featured in this episode is AC Breeze's “Blink of an Eye“, “Blue is my Favourite Colour“ from The Leaves Fall With The Tears, and “Three Letters” from Codename Breeze. For more local music, check out the Winnipeg Music Project website. Thank you to UMFM 101.5FM. Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio. Transition contributed by Selci.

The Rainy Day Apparel (RDA) tells the story of multiple connections in a magnanimous but tranquil way, offering perspective on the human experience as seen and heard from the eyes of a prairie born singer/songwriter. Whether it is uplifting, gut-wrenching, healing or heartbreaking; music should make you feel. The Rainy Day Apparel has been telling stories through music for some time; but only recently has it seemed necessary to share with a larger audience. All pre-recorded music has been removed from this episode. The set list originally featured in this episode includes The Rainy Day Apparel’s “Matches”, “Reset” and “Thaw Me Out” from the 2018 released EP Reset. For more local music, check out the Winnipeg Music Project website. Thank you to UMFM 101.5FM. Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio. Transition contributed by Noah Derksen.

Katie & The Wolves is a Manitoba based blues and Rock & Roll band. Vintage and classy with a bit of grit and driven by the blues. Katie & The Wolves are the real deal when it comes to Rock & Roll with no dues left to pay. Performing for over a decade, Katie is no stranger to the stage. Over the years, she has been writing songs for a number of notable projects, and spent many an evening on stage with road-dogs and Rock & Roll icons. Now she’s taking her wealth of experience and is stepping into the spotlight under her own banner with a great pack of supporting musicians. All pre-recorded music has been removed from this episode. The set list originally featured in this episode is: Katie & The Wolves “Loaded Gun“, “The Wild Unknown“, “Lone Gun“ from The Wild Unknown. For more local music, check out the Winnipeg Music Project website. Thank you to UMFM 101.5FM. Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio. Transition contributed by Aaron Bartel of Flat Land Soul Band.

Zrada’s sound originates equal parts in the fog-shrouded valleys of the Carpathians and the sweaty mosh-pits of Anthrax shows; however their music is mysterious and primal in a unique way. A folk-punk tour-de-force, their subversion of Eastern-European musical traditions, enigmatic imagery and raucous live shows are pushing Zrada to craft some of the most forward-thinking and captivating world music in Canada today. Based in Winnipeg since 2005, Zrada has been experimenting with the soundscapes of their ancestral Ukraine for over a decade. Striking vocal harmonies, powerful trumpet and violin melodies combine with jazz infused rhythms to create a wild and joyous dance floor experience. All pre-recorded music has been removed from this episode. The set list originally featured in this episode is Zrada’s “The Black Mountain”, “The Scythe” and “Fog” from Legend. For more local music, check out the Winnipeg Music Project website. Thank you to UMFM 101.5FM. Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio. Transition contributed by Selci.

Cell is a black metal band that combines cosmic blackened/death riffs, extreme drumming and slight sludge/doom metal. Formed in the late fall of 2014 by Hyperion and David Exell, in Winnipeg, Manitoba, after jamming as a two piece for a few months Ryan Strecker(Daimos) joined on bass, adding the piece that completed the full sound of Cell. Listen as Hyperion gives the Winnipeg Music Project a 101 on the local Metal scene and in the ins and outs about the genre itself. All pre-recorded music has been removed from this episode. The set list originally featured in this episode is “Drained and Lifeless” from The Frozen Moon of Erebath, “The Waiting Sea of Emptiness” and “All I See Is Them” from Ancient Incantations of Xarbos. For more local music, check out the Winnipeg Music Project website. Thank you to UMFM 101.5FM. Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio. Transition contributed by Selci.

With their unique combination of small-town roots and big city sound, Winnipeg alt-rockers Northern Royals have come to conquer your radio, your streaming service, and your local stage. After years of putting in work as critically-acclaimed rock foursome The Autopilots, a change of name and a perfected lineup have given Northern Royals a fresh new outlook and a new mission: to rise to the top of the thriving western Canada rock scene. Evan, Kendra and Kyle join us to breakdown the band’s songwriting process, share the details behind their upcoming album and laugh the whole time. All pre-recorded music has been removed from this episode. The set list originally featured in this episode: Northern Royals “Falling“ single, “Draw The Line“, and “Timebomb“ from 10 cent Lemonade. For more local music, check out the Winnipeg Music Project website. Thank you to UMFM 101.5FM. Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio. Transition contributed by Selci (www.selciofficial.com)

Veneer’s enchanting trifecta of sentimental souls create a universe of music that is soft, strong, and blatantly vulnerable. This multi-instrumental gaggle of creators is not your typical three-piece; accompanied by brass and woodwind instrumentals, and wielding six instruments in total, Veneer’s enticing harmonies and haunting hooks will have their tunes stuck in your head for days. All pre-recorded music has been removed from this episode. The set list originally featured in this episode: Veneer “Unsure”, “Don’t Get My Hair Wet", and “Bianca Casual” from the self-titled EP. | For more local music, check out the Winnipeg Music Project website. Thank you to UMFM 101.5FM. Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio. Transition contributed by Noah Derksen.

Screaming at Traffic is a punk rock band from Winnipeg, Mb, made up of Jacques Richer, Duncan Murta, Paul Colman, and Stefan St. Godard. Their no frills emo-punk riffing add to the group's frenzied live performance and raw yet melodic songwriting.While filming the interview in a park in downtown Winnipeg, this interview includes the occasional question from the public. Shout out to Trudy for the great questions. Not all of them could make it in due to the audio quality, but if you’re ready this you are appreciated! All pre-recorded music has been removed from this episode. The set list originally featured in this episode: Screaming At Traffic “Pantomime“, “She’s Going Down“, “They Call Me Thrillhouse“ from I Don’t Like Sports. | For more local music, check out the Winnipeg Music Project website. Thank you to UMFM 101.5FM. Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio. Transition contributed by Tristan Zaba from ZABA.

We stumbled upon the local hip-hop group Jet City Records while collaborating with USA Blog Network for its Facebook live interview series “Hometown Hero.” We connected after the show and decided to have them on the Winnipeg Music Project to talk more about their efforts and confidence in the local hip-hop scene.All pre-recorded music has been removed from this episode. The set list originally featured in this episode: Jet City Records “Ya Ya“, “Strippa Pole“, and “She Fly“. For more local music, check out the Winnipeg Music Project website. Thank you to UMFM 101.5FM. Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio. Transition contributed by Tristan Zaba from ZABA.

Paige Drobot considers herself a stream of consciousness artist. She believes that pure art is a gift from an entity larger than her and happens once she can achieve zero thought. Zero thought is achieved by allowing the soul to be totally uninhibited, so that the spirit can translate her emotions to art.All pre-recorded music has been removed from this episode.The set list originally featured in this episode: Paige Drobot “Wonder“, “She’s Going Down“, and “Get Over It“ from Zero Thought. | For more local music, check out the Winnipeg Music Project website. Thank you to UMFM 101.5FM. Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio. Transition contributed by Tristan Zaba from ZABA.

Jacob Brodovsky is a singer-songwriter patently from Winnipeg, Canada. Jacob transforms stories of mundane people and places into emotional, driving tunes with straightforward yet smart lyricism. He falls into the beloved line of uniquely Winnipeg folk-based, talk-singing, moody-Manitobans. His memorable melodies and emotive tunes are toe-tapping enough to be enjoyed at face value, though, it is difficult not to divulge in the quarter life crisis of a 26-year-old with a knack for making you feel the most subdued of feelings.All pre-recorded music has been removed from this episode. The set list originally featured in this episode:Jacob Brodovsky “Bachelor Suite“, “Sev“, “El Nino ft. Sierra Noble“ from Sixteen Years. | For more local music, check out the Winnipeg Music Project website. Thank you to UMFM 101.5FM. Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio. Transition contributed by Tristan Zaba from ZABA.

Born from the fusing of eight Winnipeg, MB based musicians. Apollo Suns have created a refreshing and innovative sound and live performance combining jazz, funk, rock and psychedelic music. They are "Instrumental Artists of the Year" nominees at the 2018 at the Western Canadian Music Awards. All pre-recorded music has been removed from this episode. The set list originally featured in this episode: Apollo Suns "Dark Night", "Passing By", "A Song for Sterling" from Dawn Offerings. For more local music, check out the Winnipeg Music Project website. Thank you to UMFM 101.5FM. Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio. Transition contributed by Aaron Bartel from Flat Land Soul Band.

Trading in a white picket fence for living out of a van, synthpop artist Brady Allard is the multi-instrumentalist behind Winnipeg’s Warming. His music began to take form of an obsession when he left his job, his house and his partner of a decade. While living out of a van, he wrote the 12 song LP - a lush, driving mix of 80’s inspired pop, twisted synth noises, lonely arrangements and memories of his former life. All pre-recorded music has been removed from this episode. The set list originally featured in this episode: Warming "White Lies", "Did It Again" and "Wasting Time." For more local music, check out the the Winnipeg Music Project website. Thank you to UMFM 101.5 FM. Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio. Transition theme provided by Tristan Zaba from ZABA.

The guys from The Inflatable Band came onto the show to talk about their beginnings and their intense desire to constantly create wacky, fun and loud music. All pre-recorded music has been removed from this episode. The set list originally featured in this episode: The Inflatable Band "Comely Falls The Straw", "$25", and "Mojo Workin" from Discount Everything. For more local music, check out the the Winnipeg Music Project website. Thank you to UMFM 101.5 FM. Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio.