Podcasts about mariposa folk festival

In this week's episode, we chat with Spencer Shewen, the Artistic Director of the Mariposa Folk Festival. Spencer takes us through his journey into the music festival scene, sharing his experiences with both Riverfest Elora and the legendary Mariposa Folk Festival. He offers a behind-the-scenes look at programming the Mariposa festival lineup, sharing his perspectives on how folk music encompasses a wide range of genres beyond traditional definitions and how that shapes his booking decisions. He also provides valuable insights for emerging artists seeking opportunities. The discussion wraps with a glimpse into this summer's 65th anniversary of Mariposa, with a stacked bill of both returning and new artists.This year's Mariposa Folk Festival takes place July 4-6th in Orillia, Ontario - get your tickets here.Find Mariposa Folk Festival online:WebsiteInstagramTikTokAbout Spencer ShewenEntrusted with the role of Artistic Director of the fabled Mariposa Folk Festival since the fall of 2023, Spencer Shewen is looking forward to an exciting 2025 season, where Mariposa will celebrate it's 65th edition! At the same time, he continues as Creative Director of Riverfest Elora, where he has played an integral role in guiding the festival since 2013. Two of Ontario's most celebrated festivals! Spencer also sits on the Board of Directors for the Elora Centre for the Arts. Previously, he has held seats on the boards of the River & Sky Festival, the Halifax Pop Explosion, the Hillside Festival, and CFRU 93.3FM. He has also worked as Artistic Director for Waterstock (2017) and 100 Mile Riot (2012, 2013), curated the Fortnight Music Series (2007–2016), and acted as label manager for SunnyLane Records (2005–2008), among many other adventures. Mariposa, founded in 1961, has hosted icons like Joni Mitchell, Leonard Cohen, and Gordon Lightfoot. The 2025 festival takes place July 4–6 at Tudhope Park in Orillia. Riverfest Elora, set for August 15–17, is known for its diverse lineups, including performances by City and Colour, Carly Rae Jensen and the Violent Femmes . Spencer is honoured to have a leadership role at both festivals, and to have the opportunity to help create unforgettable experiences for all who attend!______________If you're interested in submitting questions for our upcoming episodes, be sure to follow Folk Canada on Instagram where we will be posting our upcoming guests.Tune in to the latest episodes of the Refolkus Podcast, featuring the latest music releases from Folk Canada members as well as some of our special guests, now broadcasting on CKCU FM 93.1 in Ottawa, CKUW 95.9 FM in Winnipeg and CFBX 92.5 FM in Kamloops.Presented by Folk CanadaHosted by Rosalyn DennettProduced by Kayla Nezon and Rosalyn DennettMixed by Jordan Moore of The Pod CabinTheme music “Amsterdam” by King CardiacArtwork by Jaymie Karn

Blackie and the Rodeo Kings are one of the most interesting bands working anywhere today. Sometimes they're in a recording studio time warp with more songs to choose from than Gabriel. Followed by tours and festivals everywhere. Then they disappear The punch line to the tale is, the Blackie guys have their own lives, careers and fan bases. What's most remarkable is, after more than 25 years, they are still a band and friends.   For Example:   Stephen Fearing is releasing his next album on March 13 - The Empathist.  Wildly outstanding music. (We'll be talking again.) Stephen starts his Canadian tour at The Carleton Room in Halifax with two sold-out nights Feb 4-5. Kicks off album release March 13 at Mary Winspear in Sidney, Vancouver Island. Alberta dates March 21 Festival Place Sherwood Park, March 22 River Park Church Calgary.   Colin Linden Colin continues to produce artists at his Pinhead Recorders in Nashville. He's also been touring with T Bone Burnett. He co-wrote and co-produced T Bone's latest album The Other Side.  Next week Colin starts a new album, just in time to hit the road again. Colin begins his own tour - The Ride on Tour - on April 23, hitting Calgary on June 1 and Canmore on June 3. Tom and Terry   Tom Wilson I'll just give you the short version. Re-recording songs,  with son Thompson, from his play Beautiful Scars.  Writing and recording soundtrack music for a number of projects including a film by Tanya Tagaq. Between his flourishing artwork, writing a new book, and starting a new album, Tom also enjoys the glow of an Order of Canada induction.  That's the short version.   Blackie - The Band.   Plans are underway for dates in Canada. Winnipeg Folk Festival, Mariposa Folk Festival, Belmont Festival Edmonton (June 20) They are planning shows in Hamilton, Toronto where cameras will be filming. More events to come.

Mia Kelly joins East Coast DNA for a chat about her new singles, album, how she got to this point and where she is headed next. The episode opens with a clip from the recent 'français' single release "Rideau tombe" and plays out with "Lone Dog", two new songs from her forthcoming sophomore album, To Be Clear, due October 4th. “This double single outlines abusive characters, partially fictional and also inspired by lived experience,” shares Mia. “They depict violent and manipulative patterns that often show up in abusive situations. The songs were born from the aftermath of a difficult situation that unfurled around me.” She recently wowed audiences at the Mariposa Folk Festival and Ottawa Bluesfest, joined The Franklin Electric on stage at Festival d'été de Québec, and is currently test-driving all her new music in BC. Mia has an amazing tour coming up this fall, including a run of dates with the Good Lovelies. Find Mia Kelly online: miakellymusic.com SUBSCRIBE to East Coast DNA for more music + arts coverage through the year Photo Credits: : Jen Squires & Ethan Pon "Lone Dog" Single Credits Written by: Mia Kelly Produced & Mixed by: Jim Bryson Mastered by: Philip Shaw Bova Musicians: Mia Kelly: Vocals, Electric Guitar, Backup vocals Brian Sanderson: Horns Jim Bryson: Piano, Bass Dani Nash: Drums "Rideau tombe" Single Credits Written by: Mia Kelly Produced & Mixed by: Jim Bryson Mastered by: Philip Shaw Bova Musicians: Mia Kelly: Vocals, Acoustic Guitar, Backup vocals Jim Bryson: Percussion, Rubber bridge Guitar, Mellotron, Piano, Bass, Electric guitar, Mandolin Dani Nash: Drums

The season for outdoor events and festivals is near. Yet the aftermath of most events shows overflowing waste bins and loose litter, not to mention the carbon emissions released to run the event. Some festivals are only doing the bare minimum when it comes to practicing sustainability but there are several who lead the charge in implementing green initiatives to minimize their ecological and carbon footprints. For insights we welcome: Kate Johnston, executive director of Hillside Festival, and Pam Carter, president of Mariposa Folk Festival; and avid event volunteer and Masters of Environmental Studies, Gabriella Dee.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is there anything better than listening to your favourite band while sitting outside in the sun with friends, family, and fellow music-lovers? Very few experiences can top the feeling you get from soaking up fresh air and soundwaves simultaneously. So, as summer approaches, we bring you "Festival Season" - a special 3-part series on music festivals.  Music festivals appear to pop up out of nowhere - in a city park, in the green space beside a lake, or on a farm next to a river. All of a sudden, a field becomes a dance floor for a main stage; or a leafy forest grove transforms into an intimate music workshop. It seems instantaneous, but a festival takes months—and sometimes years—to plan and produce. Staff and volunteers work tirelessly to bring music fans the most entertaining, uplifting, safe, and memorable experience possible. In this series, we talk to a few of the wonderful people that work around the clock to bring us these magical events.  Part 1 - SPENCER SHEWEN: Mariposa Folk Music Festival & Riverfest EloraSpencer is the Artistic Director of both the Mariposa Folk Festival and Riverfest Elora.  Throughout his many years working with music festivals, he's learned that producing a successful music festival is a juggling act, a game of strategy, and an endurance test. But the payoff is big and joyous and filled with amazing music and good times! In this conversation, Spencer talks about his experience with both festivals, some of the artists that he's excited about presenting this year, and how a cardboard Tony Danza ended up touring with The Beaches rock band. Festival Info:Mariposa Folk Festival (July 5-7, 2024): mariposafolkfestival.comRiverfest Elora (Aug 16-18, 2024): riverfestelora.comMusic samples in this episode:"My Heart is A Blinking Nintendo" - BA Johnston (My Heart is A Blinking Nintendo, 2010)"Summer Side of Life" - Gordon Lightfoot (Summer Side of Life, 1971)"40 Years in the Wilderness" - Bruce Cockburn (Bone on Bone, 2017)"Critterland" - Willi Carlisle (Critterland, 2024)"Traveller's Curse" - Ben Caplan (Old Stock, 2018)"Working on My Tan" - Alex Nicol (Been A Long Year, Vol. 2, 2023)Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please consider supporting the pod with a donation. Any amount helps! MUSIC BUDDY IS:Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) Tim Vesely (co-producer / occasional co-host) The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie Kostiuk STAY IN TOUCH Email: jane@musicbuddy.caInstagram: @musicbuddypodcastFacebook: @musicbuddypodcastTwitter: @janegowanTikTok: @musicbuddypodThis podcast is brought to you by Morning Run Productions.

Turtle power is growing in Peterborough. The Ontario Turtle Conservation Centre breaks ground today on a new facility, on donated farmland. We heard about the huge new home for these ‘heroes in a half shell'. The Mariposa Folk Festival is back for another year. In this week's books column, the guy who wrote the book on the beloved festival, former artistic director Michael Hill, joined us to talk. A new chess club opens its doors in Barrie...is this a one off or part of a larger trend? Our show director Jared Hillel looked into how the sudden rise in the popularity of chess is playing out across the province.

Canadian music icon Gordon Lightfoot was laid to rest earlier this week in Orillia. With almost 4 million albums sold, 16 Juno Awards and four #1 hits, Lightfoot left an indelible mark not only on the music industry, but on his beloved hometown of Orillia. This week, Frisco and Scott talk to two friends who knew Lighfoot very well: Pam Carter, from the Mariposa Folk Foundation, and Karen Hilfman Millson, the retired United Church minister who was the officiant a Lighfoot's private funeral — at his request. The legend lives on, and always will.

We've got a whole slew of great music on this week's show -- new music sent into the show's email inbox, old favourites from Summerfolks of the past, tracks from local friends, and tracks from artists playing at this year's Mariposa Folk Festival! Get all caught up on what's happening right here on this week's episode of Georgian Bay Roots Radio! Featuring tracks by Feist, David Hawkins, The Pairs, William Prince, Dizzy and Fay, Matt Andersen, Steve Poltz, the JD Edwards Band, Jayden Grahlman, Larry Jensen, Andy Elliott, Adrian Sutherland and Justin Rutledge!

ELMNT's Matthew Bisson sits down with Ruby Waters at the Mariposa Folk Festival to discuss Ruby's rise to stardom, the return of big music festivals, and what is coming next from the hit maker.

The ECMAs is the place for east coast acts to get noticed, and more than 100 people from around the world are in town to scope out the talent. Liz Scott is artistic director of the Mariposa Folk Festival, and Neil Pearson is based in the UK and runs an artist management company called Sounds Just Fine.

Happy Canada Day from Georgian Bay Roots Radio! This week on the show we spin tunes celebrating our nation's birthday, pay homage to the Mariposa Folk Festival, and play tracks from local artists that you're sure to love. Summer is here! Featuring music by Stompin' Tom Connors, Mavis Staples, James Keelaghan, Jayden Grahlman, Garnet Rogers, Tanglefoot, Trent Severn, Roger Whittaker, Dave and Chris Hadfield, The Arrogant Worms, Malvena Reynolds, Craig Cardiff, John Prine and Kelly Jamieson!

In the Music Real E50, Nicki has the opportunity to speak with multi award winner Richard Flohil, Music Promoter, Journalist, Artistic Director, Author and Publicist, who has dedicated six decades of his career in Canada to working with the who's who of the global music industry. From mentoring Artists like k.d. lang and Ani Di Franco to handling celebrity PR for Sir George Martin and Billy Connolly to working with Miles Davis, Benny Goodman and Chuck Berry, Richard cofounded the iconic Mariposa Folk Festival and is in the process of finishing the final chapters in his book. This is a man who knows the Music Industry better than anyone. Richard brings a rich wisdom of how to build a career in music and how to book a show that will sell out is second to none. His perspective on how to reimagine this industry gives us a lot to consider. We had a few issues with the internet connection but nothing deterred Richard from sharing his incredible story. https://themusicreal.com.au/2020/06/15/richard-flohil-canada-reimagining-the-music-business/

Marni and Steve Van Kessel, who make music together as VK, are back with a new album - and this time it's a wonderful bluesy Americana folk-rock recording with their new band 'Legends of THE DEEP'. After a very successful appearance at this spring's Roots North Music Festival in support of their last album "Terms and Conditions, VK released the new album "Charm" at this summer's Mariposa Folk Festival. Joining Steve and Marni Van Kessel as Legends of THE DEEP on this recording are John Lebarr (guitar/vocals), Sean Murray (keyboards/vocals), Jamey Heidman (bass/vocals) and Roger Stanley (percussion). Folk Roots Radio caught up the Marni and Steve Van Kessel at home in Orillia to chat about the new album. For more information about the music of VK, visit http://112records.com/vk. Music: VK & Legends of THE DEEP "Letting Go", "Love Me Baby" and "Someday, Someway" from "Charm" (2019, 112 Records) CDN.

Self-described “pilgrims of funk, soul ‘n’ roll”, the Julian Taylor Band are back with their latest soulful groove “Avalanche”. Avalanche may be musical revisionist Julian Taylor’s most personal record to date, featuring eight songs written during a period of self-reflection after looking through a treasure trove of life memories stored in his mother’s attic. The new album was recorded with the band, live to tape, at Canterbury Sound in Toronto. The Julian Taylor band will be launching the new album at The Great Hall, 1087 Queen Street West in Toronto on Saturday, March 30, 2019. They’ll also be appearing at this year’s Mariposa Folk Festival. If you love the sound of a funky, soulful rock n’roll band, with some folk, blues, jazz, reggae and calypso thrown into the mix, you’ll love them live. We caught up with Julian in Toronto to chat about the new album. For more information, visit the Julian Taylor Band online at http://juliantaylorband.com. Music: Julian Taylor Band “Sweeter”, “Gone” and “Back Again” from “Avalanche” (2019, Gypsy Should Records).

It's the summertime and the living is easy. It's also the Mariposa Folk Festival show! Featuring music by Sarah Harmer, Irish Mythen, Cécile Doo-Kingué, Abigail Lapell, Ariko, Suzie Vinnick, Samantha Martin, Danny Michel, The Lifers, Rose Cousins, Walk Off The Earth, Great Big Sea, Pete Seeger, and Kelly Babcock!

We're all about the 2017 Mariposa Folk Festival on Episode 327 of Folk Roots Radio. The ‘Grande Dame of Canadian Folk Festivals’ 57th edition takes place the weekend of July 7, 8 and 9 in beautiful Tudhope Park in Orillia, on the shores of scenic Lake Couchiching. Mariposa artistic director Mike Hill joins us on this episode to chat about this year’s lineup and and his new book "The Mariposa Folk Festival - A History", out now on Dundurn Press. We also feature an excerpt from a great interview & live studio appearance by Coco Love Alcorn recorded at the Folk Music Ontario conference, alongside music from other artists who’ll be heading to Mariposa this year. Check out the full playlist at http://folkrootsradio.com.

On Episode 5, Brolin is joined by another Brolin all the way from South Carolina. They talk about their time together in Orillia, Ontario, at the Mariposa Folk Festival and Brolin (Devine)'s recent breakup.