Best Energy City Plugged In Podcasts (2026)

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Peterborough's Irish Millie on Canadian & Ontario folk music award recognition 10:40

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A 19-year-old Canadian fiddler continues to make waves on the national folk scene, with Irish Millie earning a Canadian Folk Music Award nomination for Single of the Year and recognition as a nominee for Folk Music Ontario’s 2025 Performing Artist of the Year. SWOMP caught up with Millie to discuss the recognition. Millie received the Single of the…

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Amanda & James on bold new breakup anthem 'Comeback' 19:37

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CMAOntario-nominated duo Amanda & James are set to return on Feb. 6 with their new single “Comeback,” a playful, harmony-driven release arriving via Symphonic Music. The track follows a breakout year for the fast-rising Canadian country act and continues to build momentum as they emerge as one of the genre’s most talked-about new duos. SWOMP caught…

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Canadian-born, Nashville-based country artist Drew Taylor on new single 'MAKERS' 16:48

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Canadian-born, Nashville-based country artist Drew Taylor is continuing his steady rise with the release of the music video for his latest single “MAKERS,” unveiled via All Country News. The song leans into the slow burn of unexpected chemistry, drawing a vivid parallel between falling in love and savoring a good whiskey, where each moment lingers …

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AV & the Inner City on exploring faith & belonging with new single 'Dinner With the Lord' 19:30

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Canadian Roots and Soul vocal collective AV & the Inner City are turning inward on their new single, “Dinner With the Lord,” an acapella track that reflects on where people seek comfort during times of uncertainty. Released Nov. 21, the song is a stripped-down acapella interpretation of a composition by fellow Edmonton porch-concert musician Alin R…

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School House on new single, tour & sophomore album 'Homeland' 15:43

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Canadian folk-country band School House will release their new single, Live While I’m Alive, on Jan. 16 across all major streaming platforms, marking the next chapter for the fast-rising group as they prepare for a national tour and their second full-length album. Band member Joel Ryan says the song reflects the tension of modern adulthood, touchin…

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Canadian singer-songwriter Laila Biali on her first Grammy nomination with 'Wintersongs' 22:22

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Multi award-winning Canadian singer-songwriter, pianist and broadcaster Laila Biali has earned her first Grammy nomination, landing in one of the ceremony’s most closely watched categories. Biali is nominated for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album alongside Brandi Carlile, Elton John, Lady Gaga, Barbra Streisand, Jennifer Hudson and rising star Laufe…

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HEALTH on their brand new album 'Conflict DLC' + 2026 U.S.-Canada tour 9:33

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HEALTH have never been a band to sugarcoat the state of things, but their new album CONFLICT DLC—out today on Loma Vista Recordings—might be their most direct confrontation yet with the emotional fallout of living online, living overwhelmed, and living through a world that feels permanently tilted toward chaos. The Los Angeles industrial trio have …

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AGM Ghetto Kid | Discussion Combustion Podcast | #307 34:30

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Send us a text This week we welcome back AGM Ghetto Kid for his third appearance on the show (if you don't count his live performance on episode 200), and as always, the energy, was correct. We catch up on life, growth, and what’s next as AGM prepares to release his brand-new single “Alone” dropping 12/19/25. “Alone” introduces a bold new direction…

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Lighthouse on anniversary edition of landmark 1971 album 'One Fine Morning' 29:41

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Canadian rock legends Lighthouse are revisiting one of their most celebrated works with the release of One Fine Morning (Anniversary Edition), arriving Nov. 7 through Anthem Records. The release marks the first time the platinum-selling album has been fully remixed, remastered and expanded. It will be available on limited-edition three-colour-splat…

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Kula Shaker's Crispian Mills on new album 'Wormslayer' due out in January 15:42

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Kula Shaker, the psychedelic rock band that once stood apart from Britpop’s swagger with its mystical flair and sitar-laced guitar work, is preparing to release its eighth studio album, Wormslayer, on Jan. 30, 2026. SWOMP caught up with vocalist and guitarist Crispian Mills to discuss the record. The band, still made up of its original lineup of Mi…

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Aimee Lewis | Discussion Combustion Podcast | #306 1:22:26

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Send us a text Watch here - https://youtu.be/Sr94nh3ZJVA?si=GuNy2qslVkrXIYuT Aimee Lewis is back in the studio for her third appearance on Discussion Combustion! She first joined us in 2021 while working as a journalist for FOX31 Denver, came back again in 2022, and now — three years later — she returns with stories to tell. 🙌 Since we last saw her…

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Thunder Queens on closing out VENUExVENUE 2025 in their hometown of London, Ontario 11:45

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Thunder Queens, one of Canada’s most exciting young rock bands, headline a hometown all-ages show as part of VENUExVENUE 2025, joined by a powerhouse lineup of rising acts. SWOMP caught up with Lola Hayman (drums, vocals), Violet Bruneel (guitar, vocals), and Clara Magnan (bass, vocals) for an interview to discuss the show and their career. Set for…

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Vancouver's The Unfaithful Servants on sophomore album 'Fallen Angel' 15:47

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Folk and Americana band The Unfaithful Servants released their long-awaited second album Fallen Angel on October 17, 2025. Hailed as “Canada’s most exciting Newgrass band” by Seaside Music Festival, the Vancouver Island group has built a reputation for captivating live performances, rich storytelling, and masterful musicianship. Their sound blends …

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New Jersey rockers Good Damage on 2025 momentum + their latest single 'Just Alive' 12:10

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New Jersey-based alternative/pop-punk band Good Damage released their third single, 'Just Alive,' on October 24 — a soaring, emotionally charged track that cements the band’s knack for blending catchy hooks with heartfelt urgency. SWOMP caught up with the group to talk about the new song and their steady climb in the East Coast alt scene. The membe…

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Great Lake Swimmers on ninth studio album 'Caught Light' + North American tour 13:54

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Acclaimed indie folk band Great Lake Swimmers have released their much-anticipated ninth studio album, Caught Light, now available on all major platforms. Alongside the full record, the Toronto-based group shared live footage of “For You To Come Around,” filmed at Odd Fellows Hall in St. Catharines, Ontario. The band, fronted by Tony Dekker, will s…

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Bif Naked on documentary screening & live performance coming to Toronto's Royal Theatre 16:19

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Canadian music icon Bif Naked will bring her life story and unmistakable voice to The Royal Theatre on November 12 for a one-night-only event featuring the premiere screening of BIF NAKED: A Documentary, an intimate acoustic performance and a live Q&A. The event begins at 7:30 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.) and promises a three-hour celebration of …

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Finger Eleven vocalist Scott Anderson on their first new album in a decade, 'Last Night On Earth' 13:28

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After more than 25 years together, Finger Eleven are hitting a vibrant new peak. SWOMP spoke with lead singer Scott Anderson about the band’s long-awaited return and the making of their first studio album in a decade, Last Night On Earth, set for release November 7 through Better Noise Music. Energized by the momentum of their 2024 North American t…

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Taylor-Rae & Antonio Larosa on new heartfelt duet 'Hearts Don’t Break' 11:54

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Canadian country artists Antonio Larosa and Taylor-Rae have joined forces on a soaring new duet, Hearts Don’t Break, released on October 10, 2025. The emotional track, co-written with award-winning songwriter David Borys, captures the fragile moment between love fading and letting go — a theme both singers say hit close to home. In an interview wit…

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Hunter Brothers on 'Homegrown Nights' tour coming to the Kiwanis Theatre in Chatham on Nov. 7 13:34

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Multi-award-winning country group Hunter Brothers will bring their signature harmonies and high-energy performance to Chatham next month as part of the second leg of their 'Homegrown Nights 2025 Tour'. The band will take the stage at the Kiwanis Theatre on Nov. 7 with special guest Dayna Reid. SWOMP caught up with Ty Hunter to discuss the show, the…

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Canadian songwriter Eddie Schwartz on stepping back into the spotlight with new album 'Film School' 19:44

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Canadian songwriter, producer and performer Eddie Schwartz — best known for penning Pat Benatar’s 1980 hit 'Hit Me With Your Best Shot' — is stepping out from behind the scenes with his own full-length studio release Film School, arriving November 12, 2025. SWOMP caught up with Schwartz to discuss the project and his career. Schwartz, whose songs h…

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Sloan's Patrick Pentland on their 14th studio album 'Based on the Best Seller' + cross-Canada tour 12:05

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Canadian rock band Sloan have released their fourteenth studio album, Based on the Best Seller, available now via murderecords / Known Accomplice. The JUNO Award-winning quartet continues its tradition of creative equality and timeless power-pop craftsmanship with a collection that blends diverse songwriting voices into one unmistakably Sloan sound…

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Newfoundland artist Rachel Cousins on her new album 'What Hasn’t Killed Me' 11:59

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St. John's, Newfoundland artist Rachel Cousins has released her third studio album, What Hasn’t Killed Me, out October 10, 2025. SWOMP caught up with Cousins on release day to discuss the record. Known for her soaring vocals and polished pop sound, the Newfoundland-born singer-songwriter takes a bold new turn with this project, stepping away from p…

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Fresh Sam | Discussion Combustion Podcast | #305 57:38

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Send us a text Watch here - https://youtu.be/zIP1p1D8Tn8 Kevin and Arthur are joined in-studio by Fresh Sam — a Denver-based sustainable fashion designer, stylist, instructor, and multidisciplinary artist whose work spans fashion, art, and activism. 🌎✨ With over a decade in the creative industries, Sam has collaborated with major brands and artists…

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Suzie Ungerleider on her 11th studio album 'Among the Evergreens' + her fall tour 17:35

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Acclaimed Canadian singer-songwriter Suzie Ungerleider is taking her latest album, Among the Evergreens, on the road this fall with performances across Ontario and Quebec. Released June 6, 2025, via MVKA, the album has earned international praise for its lyrical depth and emotional honesty, marking a powerful chapter in Ungerleider’s evolution as a…

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Triumph’s Rik Emmett on Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame induction 16:11

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Nearly five decades after emerging from Mississauga’s rock scene, Triumph will be honoured at the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame Legends gala on Oct. 17 at Toronto’s Meridian Arts Centre. The hard rock trio — guitarist Rik Emmett, bassist Mike Levine and drummer Gil Moore — will be inducted by fellow Canadian rocker Tom Cochrane, recognizing a c…

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Bradley Wildridge | Hell's Kitchen | Discussion Combustion Podcast | #304 42:14

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Send us a text Watch here - https://youtu.be/aEybLSM7Cdg?si=tJDVzA-80I4SEMYg This week we’re joined by Bradley Wildridge, one of the standout chefs on the current season of Hell’s Kitchen! 👨‍🍳 Born and raised with roots in Texas and Louisiana, Bradley brings a true home-style cooking, and Cajun-fusion flair to the competition, blending Southern sou…

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Chiara Savasta brings introspective pop shimmer to Sommo 2025 4:46

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Montreal singer-songwriter Chiara Savasta brought her dreamy, reflective pop sound to the Colliding Tides Main Stage on Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025, closing out the final day of Sommo Festival in Cavendish. Savasta, who grew up in the suburbs of Montreal, has built a reputation for her emotionally resonant songwriting and unfiltered portrayal of early a…

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Brooks & Bowskill bring heart and harmony to Sommo Festival 9:44

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Canadian duo Brooks & Bowskill took the Colliding Tides Main Stage on Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025, closing out the final day of Sommo Festival with a warm, roots-infused performance that blended folk, country and rock and roll. The Cobourg, Ont. pair — made up of husband-and-wife musicians Brittany Brooks and Jimmy Bowskill — sat down with SWOMP after t…

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Charlie Houston performs at Sommo 2025, talks with SWOMP before set 8:07

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Toronto singer-songwriter Charlie Houston performed on the Sandbar Stage on Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025, closing out the final day of Sommo Festival in Cavendish. Before her set, Houston sat down with SWOMP to discuss Big After I Die, her debut full-length album released earlier this year through Arts & Crafts. The nine-track record is an exploration of…

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Ichi-Bons bring reckless rock revival to Sommo Festival 2025 3:02

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Toronto rockers Ichi-Bons tore up the Sandbar Stage on Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025, closing out the final day of Sommo Festival. The band, known for their high-energy performances and their 'reckless rock ‘n’ roll revival' sound, spoke with SWOMP ahead of their set: Drawing inspiration from obscure surf, garage and rockabilly 45s, Ichi-Bons say their so…

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Customer Service chats with SWOMP following Sommo 2025 Day #2 opening set 6:03

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Halifax indie/emo band Customer Service were the first band to grace the stage on Day #2 at Sommo Festival 2025, kicking off the final day on the Sandbar Stage on Sunday, Sept. 14. Named one of Exclaim! magazine’s favourite emerging artists of 2024, Halifax indie/emo band Customer Service has been on a fast rise since forming in the spring of 2021.…

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Mel & Antonio with Where is Noa | Discussion Combustion Podcast | #303 36:01

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Send us a text This week, we sit down with Mel and Antonio, helping share the vision behind Where is Noa, a groundbreaking virtual tour experience with immersive 360° views! Mel and Antonio are currently on tour, going city to city across the U.S., they were just in Denver, CO and are heading to Salt Lake City next! Their latest virtual destination…

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Yukon Blonde on new album 'Friendship & Rock 'n' Roll' + tour dates in Ontario & across Canada 9:21

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Some bands wanna tear down the walls, some wanna reinvent the wheel — but for Vancouver alt-rock band Yukon Blonde, they wanna write a love letter to rock ’n’ roll itself, like a dog-eared note stuffed in the locker of the universe. That’s exactly what they’ve done on their brand-new album Friendship & Rock 'n' Roll, out Sept. 19, 2025 on Dine Alon…

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Ducks Ltd. bring jangle pop anthems to PEI, chat with SWOMP following their Sommo set 6:08

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Toronto’s Ducks Ltd. lit up the Colliding Tides Main Stage at Sommo Festival on Saturday, September 13, 2025, delivering a set that showcased their blend of buoyant jangle pop and driving power pop. The duo features Australian lead guitarist Evan Lewis and U.K.-born, U.S.-raised singer, bassist and rhythm guitarist Tom McGreevy. SWOMP caught up wit…

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Charlottetown’s Gizmo chats with SWOMP following electrifying hometown set at Sommo 9:32

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Gizmo were the first band to grace the stage at Sommo Festival 2025, kicking off the weekend on the Sandbar Stage on Saturday, Sept. 13. The four-piece indie rock outfit from Charlottetown set the tone early with their roaring, high-energy performance before sitting down with SWOMP for an interview. Formed during the pandemic, Gizmo began as a COVI…

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Goodnight Sunrise chat with SWOMP following high-energy Sommo Festival set 10:13

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Toronto indie rock band Goodnight Sunrise brought their dual-vocal, high-energy performance to the Sandbar Stage on Saturday, September 13 as Sommo Festival 2025 opened in Cavendish, Prince Edward Island. The pair, David Kochberg and Vanessa Vakharia, formed the band in 2011 and have built a reputation for eclectic influences and a dynamic live sho…

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Campbell & Johnston chat with SWOMP ahead of Sommo 2025 performance 16:11

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East Coast duo Campbell & Johnston will be the first artist to perform on the Colliding Tides Main Stage at Sommo Fest 2025 in Cavendish, PEI on Saturday, September 13, 2025. Prior to their Sommo show, Christine Campbell and Blake Johnston hopped on Zoom for an interview with SWOMP. The pair discuss their career, their latest album Paisley Hearts, …

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Gray Carr Bridgers | Discussion Combustion Podcast | #302 1:12:04

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Send us a text Watch here - https://youtu.be/6JjazBTBXVs?si=skKfTSIrvHEQ-WmX This week we welcome back Gray Carr Bridgers - nature photographer, author of Kiss the Butterfly, and a truly open-minded soul whose journey highlights the importance of nature, spirituality, and self-awareness. We dive into: 📖 Gray’s book Kiss The Butterfly and the person…

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Ben Murphy, the CEO of Whitecap Entertainment, on Sommo Festival 2025 in Cavendish, PEI, Sept. 13-14 14:20

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Sommo Festival is set to deliver one of the biggest weekends of the year as seven-time GRAMMY Award winner Alanis Morissette and GRAMMY-nominated superstar Hozier headline the 2025 edition, returning September 13–14 to Prince Edward Island’s picturesque coastal resort community. SWOMP caught up with Ben Murphy, the CEO of Whitecap Entertainment, fo…

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Brandt Tobler | Discussion Combustion Podcast | 301 1:12:33

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Send us a text Watch here - https://youtu.be/H1pyplZfUDM?si=J1KfLzGtGcJ_GKxJ We’re kicking off the 300s with a bang! 🎉 Comedian, podcaster, and author Brandt Tobler returns to the show for the first time in years, and he’s bringing plenty of wild stories from the road. Brandt is best known for his hit book Free Roll, appearances on Comedy Central’s…

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Kelsi Mayne performs at Boots and Hearts 2025, catches up with SWOMP for an interview 5:37

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Canadian country music singer-songwriter Kelsi Mayne performed at Boots and Hearts on Saturday, August 9, 2025. Reporter Whitney South caught up with her at the festival. Whitney, along with photographer Sofia Jardine, captured these images from Kelsi's Boots performance. Formerly a nationally ranked sprint hurdler, Kelsi Mayne has seamlessly trans…

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Sacha chats with SWOMP at Boots and Hearts 2025 5:19

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Warkworth, Ontario country music singer and songwriter Sacha performed at the Boots and Hearts Music Festival on Friday, August 8, 2025. Reporter Whitney South caught up with her the following day at Boots. A trailblazer in country music, Sacha blends heartfelt storytelling with an infectious energy that captivates audiences. Since releasing her de…

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Newfoundland artist Paige Penney on her new single 'Carhartt to Heart' 14:21

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CCMA Award-nominated independent artist Paige Penney shares her most personal song to date with the release of “Carhartt to Heart,” a fresh and heartfelt nod to working-class love. Paying tribute to the kind of relationships she grew up surrounded by, “Carhartt to Heart” is rooted in honest storytelling, mixed with modern country-pop beats and mark…

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Episode 300 Part 2 | Discussion Combustion Podcast 50:40

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Send us a text Arthur and Kevin are bringing it back old school in this special milestone episode! We’re celebrating 300 episodes with a heartfelt solo conversation — looking back at 6½ years of podcasting, the unforgettable moments, milestones, and experiences that shaped the show. From personal growth and overcoming challenges to the future of DC…

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Styx singer Lawrence Gowan on new album 'Circling From Above', tour + stops at Budweiser Stage & Pine Knob 23:09

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Styx will hit the Budweiser Stage in Toronto tonight, August 13, and Pine Knob in Clarkston, Mich., on Saturday, August 16, 2025 as part of their “Brotherhood of Rock” tour with The Kevin Cronin Band and special guest Don Felder. The dates come as the band releases its 18th studio album, Circling From Above. SWOMP caught up with keyboardist/vocalis…

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Steven Page discusses free show taking place at WAMBO 2025 in Wallaceburg, Ontario 7:34

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The Steven Page Trio are set to perform a free show in downtown Wallaceburg, Ontario on Saturday, August 9, 2025 as part of the annual Wallaceburg Antique Motor and Boat Outing (WAMBO) event. Led by the former member of the Barenaked Ladies, the show will start downtown at 8:30 p.m. SWOMP caught up with Steven Page for an interview. A Canadian sing…

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Mike Pachan | Clown World | Discussion Combustion Podcast | #300 pt.1 1:37:01

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Send us a text This week, we kick off our 300th episode celebration with the return of the always insightful and thought-provoking Mike Pachan. Mike brings powerful perspectives, fearless opinions, and the kind of conversation that can make your family want to change the subject! What You’ll Hear: Why Mike remains one of DCPC’s most frequent guests…

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Montreal artist Renon excited to play Osheaga 2025 in her hometown 12:46

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Montreal artist Renon caught up with SWOMP to discuss her upcoming hometown gig, as she prepares to perform at Osheaga 2025 on Sunday, August 3. Trained jazz musician turned popstar, Montreal artist Renon has perfected her sound with synth-heavy dark-pop full of jazzy inflictions and stellar vocal control. Renon lives in a campy, gothic, pink and b…

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We Are Scientists discuss their 9th studio album 'Qualifying Miles' 19:16

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Ahead of the release of their ninth studio album, Qualifying Miles, We Are Scientists frontman Keith Murray spoke with SWOMP to discuss the new material, along with the history of their band. Murray says there is an emotional push-and-pull behind the band’s new material and life sometimes writes the lyrics before you do. “One problem with constantl…

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The Strumbellas chat with SWOMP prior to headlining set at Revelree 2025 3:40

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Lindsay, Ontario indie rockers The Strumbellas headlined the second night of the Revelree Music Festival in Sarnia, Ontario on Saturday, July 19, 2025. Prior to their set, Jon Hembrey (guitar) and Isabel Ritchie (violin) caught up with SWOMP backstage for an interview. Ever since forming in 2008 and releasing their debut album, 2012’s My Father and…