Podcast appearances and mentions of daniel ledwell

Serena Wu is a multilingual singer-songwriter from Halifax, Nova Scotia, whose pop-driven music blends relatable, emotional lyrics with upbeat percussion and catchy melodies. Her latest single, Étranger (French for "Stranger"), is available on all streaming platforms, along with an official music video. Produced, recorded, and mixed by award-winning collaborator Daniel Ledwell, the track explores the intrigue and uncertainty of falling for someone while questioning who they truly are. It starts with a staccato ukulele riff and quickly expands into a lively arrangement featuring soulful, funk-infused instrumentation. A playful bassline, shimmering guitar riffs, and a vibrant brass section provide an exciting backdrop for Serena's dynamic voice and textured harmonies. Serena performed with Ashley MacIsaac at the 2021 Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo and in Halifax for the 2022 Acadian National Day, where she joined him on his hit Sleepy Maggie. Last November, she was featured among artists presented by Acadian Embassy at Nova Scotia Music Week in Yarmouth, NS. Recently, she's been working on new original songs, showcased live at venues like the Seahorse Tavern and the Emerge Festival with her band. Étranger is the first in a series of new releases from Serena Wu, with songs in both French and English. On October 16th, she released the official video for this debut single, directed by James Turpin. Another new track, also produced by Daniel Ledwell, is set for release in the New Year. Learn more @serenawu_._

Podpals. Thanks for following the good ship Graventown into the night. After a short hiatus, we are back in the saddle with episode 51 (can ya believe it?!) featuring the fierce fiery phenon music maker Jenn Grant. Jenn Grant's music is deeply empathetic and generous of heart, so of course one day she would invite the whole country to make it with her.  Champagne Problems, her eighth album and first in the producer's chair alongside partner Daniel Ledwell, gathers 13 musicians from coast to territory to coast in a series of collaborative Canadian magic tricks spun into classic country, lost disco hits, and ruminative folk fables. Featuring folks like Kim Harris, Aquaculture, Basia Bulat, Afie Jurvanen aka Bahamas, Dan Mangan, Hannah Georgas, Kevin Drew, Amy Millan AND more,  Champagne Problems is now in the world on platform of your choosing. We had a real deep and honest chat and I hope you listen in.  Hope to see ya for my final full band shows of 2023!  Oct. 28 - House of Targ - 9 PM - w Reverb Syndicate and Tin Constellations - $15  Nov 11 - Super Special Secret Show w Secret Guest! Stay Tuned! Catch me in a town near you by visting my website to see where I'm playing. If people can hate for no reason, I can love for no reason - and I love you. Thanks for stopping by Graventown. Yer always welcome here. As a full time independent artist, you can support me by joining my SUPER RAD subscription service at https://ko-fi.com/gravencanada

Lana catches up with Jenn Grant, Daniel Ledwell and Amy Millan in studio, getting more context on Jenn's new album Champagne Problems; the collaborations and community that make up the record, and what it's like to bring the album to life on stage.

A fun-filled week on #BTLRadioShow thanks to our special guests, writer/director SAM FRIEDLANDER and director ANDREA DORFMAN. First up this show is SAM FRIEDLANDER who is back for a second go-round for his comedy, BABYSPLITTERS. It's wonderful to welcome Sam back to the show as he first joined us in February 2019 when the film premiered on the festival circuit and now it's in distribution and available for everyone to see. Take a listen as Sam recaps the film and some of the highlights of crafting the comedic balance of two couples and one pregnancy and "babysplitting" parental responsibilities, while filling us in on his journey over the past year in terms of the public reception on the festival circuit, obtaining distribution, the distribution plan, and, of course, the topsy turvy pivoting of releasing platforms in light of the pandemic. Some good insight into the distribution process for filmmakers. Then ANDREA DORFMAN joins us talking up her hilarious new film, SPINSTER. Taking place over the course of a year, we meet 39-year old Gaby. Single and cynical, we follow Gaby's journey as she "finds herself" amidst the "coupling" expectations of the world and why it's okay to be single by choice. Take a listen as Andrea talks about finding and casting Chelsea Peretti as Gaby (she is perfection and I am now anxious to see her stand-up comedy routines) as well as rounding out the cast with local actors and artisans from Halifax, Nova Scotia where Andrea lives and where she shot the film, developing the story with screenwriter Jennifer Deyell, working with cinematographer Stephanie Anne Biron, finding the comedic pacing, Daniel Ledwell's scoring, knitting, and so much more! Plus, some mini-reviews for THE CUBAN and MADE IN ITALY – two absolute "Must See" films this year! http://behindthelensonline.net http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com

This week, Jenn Grant releases her stunning new record, Love, Inevitable, produced by the Grammy-nominated producer and engineer Tucker Martine. Jenn talks to Terry about motherhood, what its like to work with a new producer after making four consecutive records with her husband Daniel Ledwell, and gives us the stories behind songs on the records.  The podcast includes four tracks from Love, Inevitable: "Favourite Daughter," "Keep A Light On," "Magic and Mistakes," and "Raven."

This week on the Mulligan Stew podcast, we throw back to warmer days when Jenn Grant was in Alberta performing at the 2018 Edmonton Folk Music Festival. Jenn joined Terry at CKUA’s festival broadcast tent to share live renditions of songs from her latest album ‘Paradise,’ backed by her husband and musical collaborator Daniel Ledwell. Plus, Jenn shared a few details on her forthcoming album, produced by Portland’s own Tucker Martine.

Newfoundland’s Fortunate Ones feature the fine musicianship and close harmonies of Catherine Allan and Andrew James O’Brien. Known for their fabulous live performances, their critically acclaimed 2015 album “The Bliss” earned them a Juno nomination, and took home the 2015 Canadian Folk Music Award for Vocal Group of the Year. They describe their new album “Hold Fast” (2018) as a study in resilience and partnership in the face of adversity, and features songwriting collaborations with Alan Doyle (Great Big Sea), Tim Baker (Hey Rosetta!), and Meg Warren (Repartee) alongside in studio support from Jim Bryson, Good Lovelies, Alexa Dirks (Begonia) and Kinley Dowling (Hey Rosetta!). The new album was recorded in Lake Echo, Nova Scotia with Daniel Ledwell. Catherine and Andrew joined Jan Hall from Folk Roots Radio at the 2018 Hillside Festival to chat about their music, and the new album. Check out the Fortunate Ones online at http://fortunateones.ca. Music: Fortunate Ones “Hold Fast” from “Hold Fast” (2018. Old Farm Pony Records).

Halifax singer-songwriter Ian Sherwood picked up a Canadian Folk Music Award for Contemporary Singer Of The Year, for his 2012 album "Live At The Hive". His fifth studio album “Bring The Light”, produced by Daniel Ledwell, is filled with the same hooky cleverness that has endeared Sherwood to his audiences. Ian Sherwood sat down with Jan Hall from Folk Roots Radio at the 2017 Folk Music Ontario conference to chat about his music, and play three songs live. For more information about the music of Ian Sherman, visit http://iansherwood.com. Music: Ian Sherwood "Firefly" (Live), "Dig That Hole" (Live), "Short End Of The Stick" (Live) and "We're Only Human" from "Bring The Light" (2017, Self).

David Myles is back with his tenth album, Real Love. Like a trip in a time-machine, the record harkens back to the dawn of rock n' roll drawing allusions to Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Johnny Cash, and more. Following a cross-Canada tour, which included a sold-out hometown show in Halifax, NS, David Myles stopped by the CKDU studios for a live chat on Halifax Is Burning. This interview originally aired on the November 28, 2017 episode of Halifax Is Burning. Listen to that show here: www.halifaxisburning.com/november-28-2017 Songs You'll Hear: David Myles - Real Love David Myles - Night And Day David Myles - Night After Night David Myles - Stupid (Instrumental) ** Special thanks to Daniel Ledwell for lending a hand with this podcasted version of the interview.