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SWOMP’s podcast is your unfiltered backstage pass to the music world. Rooted in Canada and raging worldwide, we bring raw artist interviews, behind-the-scenes chaos, and deep dives into the bands shaping the scene. From legends to rising stars, it’s all about the energy, passion, and stories that make music unforgettable. Plug in and enjoy.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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…
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Canadian rockers Bedouin Soundclash performed on the second night of the Revelree Music Festival in Sarnia, Ontario on Saturday, July 19, 2025. Prior to their set, frontman Jay Malinowski sat down with SWOMP backstage for an interview. Watch for a full photo gallery on SWOMP soon! Follow the band at https://www.bedouinsoundclash.com/.…
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Toronto rockers A Short Walk To Pluto chatted with SWOMP following their set on the opening day at the Revelree Music Festival in Sarnia, Ontario on Friday, July 18, 2025. Listen to the full interview with band members Emma Armstrong (lead vocals), Max Kaiser (lead guitar), Jake Biggs (drums, percussion & backing vocals) and Georgios Papangelakis (…
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Saskatoon, Saskatchewan rockers The Sheepdogs headlined the opening night of the Revelree Music Festival in Sarnia, Ontario on Friday, July 18, 2025. Prior to their set, frontman Ewan Currie sat down with SWOMP backstage for an interview. Watch for a photo gallery from their performance on SWOMP soon! The band is also set to his the road with Bryan…
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Kingston rockers Luscious chatted with SWOMP following their opening set at the Revelree Music Festival in Sarnia, Ontario on Friday, July 18, 2025. Listen to the full interview with band members Brielle LeBlanc (lead vocals), Cole LeBlanc (bass and vocals), Kurt Paquette (guitars and vocals), Doug O'Handley (keyboards and vocals), and Wyatt McMull…
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Following their performance, which kick started Day #2 at the inaugural Rockin' Thunder music festival in Edmonton, Alberta, Default frontman Dallas Smith sat down with SWOMP for an interview. The Canadian rockers burst onto the music scene in the early 2000s with their infectious blend of alternative rock and post-grunge sound. Formed in Vancouver…
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Canadian rockers The Trews are back with The Bloody Light, their eighth studio album, set for release October 24 via Known Accomplice / Cadence Music Group. The band, known for their raucous live energy and radio dominance since the early 2000s, discussed the album drop ahead of their Saturday afternoon, July 12, 2025 performance at Edmonton’s Rock…
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The countdown is over. Starting tomorrow, the Exhibition Lands Racetrack will transform into the epicenter of loud guitars, timeless hits, and pure rock energy as the inaugural Rockin’ Thunder festival takes over Edmonton, July 11 and 12. The long-anticipated, two-day rock spectacle is bringing an era-spanning lineup to Canada’s Festival City, with…
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Dirt Road Opera will release their new single, a cover of Blaze Foley’s Clay Pigeons, on July 11. The track is a simple, heartfelt version of the well-loved Americana song. SWOMP caught up with Barry Mathers, lead singer, to discuss the tune. The band’s take on the tune features their signature vocal blend and a laid-back, rootsy arrangement. It’s …
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After a whirlwind start to her first national tour outside the Maritimes, Music Nova Scotia’s 2024 Entertainer of the Year, Elyse Aeryn, continues to ride high on the momentum of her Unstoppable Canadian tour and recent single of the same name — a fiery anthem for inner strength, connection, and self-love. SWOMP caught up with Elyse for an intervie…
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Hamilton-based post-hardcore band Rarity performed on the side stage at All Your Friends Fest on Sunday, June 29, 2025 in Burl’s Creek, Ontario. Following their set, the full band caught up with SWOMP for an interview. The band released their latest album Lower Feeling in June 2024, marking another chapter in the group’s evolution since forming str…
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After lighting up the side stage at All Your Friends Fest in Burl’s Creek, Ontario, on Sunday, June 29, 2025, CON THE ARTIST caught up with SWOMP to talk about his career and reflect on his performance. The Toronto-based creative—known for blending infectious alt-pop with bold, rhythm-forward production—delivered a set that pulsed with energy and i…
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Nashville punk rockers Winona Fighter performed a blistering set on Saturday, June 28, 2025 at All Your Friends Fest in Burl’s Creek, Ontario. Following their set, frontwoman and multi-instrumentalist Coco Kinnon, lead guitarist Dan Fuson and bassist/producer Austin Luther sat down with SWOMP for an interview. In the latest news with the band, Wino…
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Underoath returned to Canadian soil with a performance Saturday, June 28, 2025 at All Your Friends Fest in Burl’s Creek, part of the band’s 2025 festival run supporting their latest record, The Place After This One. SWOMP caught up onsite with founding member Aaron Gillespie prior to their set to talk about the new album and the band’s ongoing evol…
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Toronto alt-rock trio Stuck on Planet Earth performed Saturday afternoon at All Your Friends Fest in Burl’s Creek, taking the stage on top of the Amazon Bus at the Rick and Morty activation site. SWOMP caught up with the band for an onsite interview following their set. The group is currently promoting their latest single “Erase Me,” which has seen…
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Ash Molloy performed Saturday, June 28, 2025 at All Your Friends Fest in Burl’s Creek, taking the stage on top of the Amazon Music bus at the Rick and Morty activation area. SWOMP caught up with the Newfoundland-born, Toronto-based alternative artist for an interview onsite following her set. Molloy’s latest single, “will I ever learn?”, continues …
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With their 10th studio album, Ricochet, due out in August, and a headlining slot at All Your Friends Fest in Burl's Creek, Ontario on Saturday, June 28, 2025, Rise Against took some time with SWOMP for an interview at the Universal Music office in Liberty Village in Toronto. Listen to the full chat with Zach Blair (guitar/vocals) and Brandon Barnes…
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Taylor Acorn will return to Canada this weekend as the opening act on the main stage at All Your Friends Fest, taking place Sunday, June 29 at Burl’s Creek. Set in one of Ontario’s most scenic summer spots, Acorn will be warming up the crowd for Avril Lavigne, who headlines the festival that night. The American artist has been called a “certified p…
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Vancouver rockers Econoline Crush kicked off Day #2 of the 2025 Bluewater Borderfest at Centennial Park in Sarnia on Friday, June 20. Right after their sound check, SWOMP caught up with vocalist Trevor Hurst for an interview. The band have several shows planned for the rest of the year, new music is set to be released later this year and a document…
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As far as high-voltage summer shows go, Incubus’ upcoming June 30th stop at Toronto’s Budweiser Stage is already looking like one of the season’s must-see moments. It’s the only Canadian date on the band’s 2025 schedule so far, and it lands right in the middle of a landmark year — new music on the way, a global touring sprint, and the continued evo…
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Canadian singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Sandra-Mae Lux has released her latest studio album, Seasons in Jazz, marking a return to her jazz beginnings. SWOMP caught up with Sandra-Mae to discuss the new album. Now based in London, the Richmond, B.C. native explores the evolving nature of love through original compositions inspired by …
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Rising country duo The Band Loula is gaining momentum on the national stage this summer as part of Dierks Bentley’s Broken Branches Tour, joining fellow opener Zach Top for a run of high-profile dates across North America. The tour includes major stops at Los Angeles’ Intuit Dome and New York’s Madison Square Garden, offering a growing audience a c…
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Award-winning Canadian country rocker Devin Cooper is boldly stepping into a new chapter with the release of his timeless summer anthem “Memories That Made Us.” The new track marks the beginning of a jam-packed summer for Cooper, featuring performances at major festivals including three back to back nights at the Calgary Stampede after a run of sho…
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Australian rockers Jet are currently on their highly anticipated North America Tour 2025. The band kick started the tour at the end of May with back-to-back shows on Canadian soil, first at The Danforth Music Hall in Toronto and the following night at L'Olympia in Montreal. In between the Canadian performances, SWOMP caught up with Jet bassist Mark…
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The sun broke through the clouds at the Meadows Music Festival on Saturday, May 31, 2025, as JJ Wilde performed a brand new, unreleased song - 'If I'm A Woman' - for the first time. "(Meadows) you were too good to us," the Canadian rockstar wrote on social media following her performance. "Best way to kick off the festival season." Prior to her sho…
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Canadian singer-songwriter Skye Wallace performed on the main stage at the Meadows Music Festival in Fergus, Ontario on Saturday, May 31, 2025. Shortly after her, Syke caught up with SWOMP for an interview. With a voice that soars and captivates, Skye Wallace has earned a reputation as one of Canada's most compelling artists. Her blend of folk, roc…
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Fresh off the release of their 7th studio album, Over Years and Overnight, Lowest of the Low performed on the second day of the Meadows Music Festival in Fergus, Ontario on Saturday, May 31, 2025. About an hour before their set, SWOMP caught up with frontman Ron Hawkins inside their trailer. A milestone for the band, Over Years and Overnight marks …
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Three of Canadian country’s top rising stars; Tyler Joe Miller, Shawn Austin and Andrew Hyatt; have been teaming up for their co-headlining 'Country MixTape' show. After touring throughout 2024, the trio brought their performance to the Meadows Music Festival in Fergus, Ontario on Friday, May 30, 2025. About an hour before they hit the stage, Tyler…
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The Road Hammers roared back onto the live music scene Friday night, May 30, rocking the Meadows Music Festival stage in Fergus, Ont. Known for their gritty blend of ‘60s and ‘70s-inspired classic country and southern rock, the platinum-selling group delivered a high-octane set that had fans revved up from the first chord. Prior to the show, SWOMP …
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As National Indigenous History Month approaches, Métis alternative pop artist Robin Cisek is using her platform to ensure Indigenous women have a place in Canada’s music industry. The Edmonton-based singer-songwriter just released her self-produced debut album Tempered on May 30, a project that delves into themes of self-discovery, healing and resi…
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Following their debut album 12:34, Norter has returned with their second release, The Yearbook Club!!! — a high-energy blend of indie rock grit, shoegaze textures and raw emotional urgency. The album is loud, unapologetic and deeply relatable, exploring themes of feeling unheard, unappreciated and forgotten. Described as a coming-of-age fever dream…
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The Ataris have released Car Song, the lead single from their forthcoming album and their first full-length release since 2007. The track, recorded using vintage tones and analog tape, is a tribute to frontman Kristopher Roe’s late father, William Roe, who was a longtime supporter and presence in the band’s community. Alongside Car Song, the band h…
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Wardrobe isn’t a piece of furniture — it’s a shift in identity. It’s the feeling of change that comes from altering your environment, and for Toronto’s Laurent Bourque, it’s also the name of his new pop sonic project. Now, he’s gearing up to release his debut EP Common Touch on May 29 — a collection of vibrant, emotionally resonant pop songs that e…
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Montréal-based pop artist Flara K is stepping into her spotlight with the release of Seasons — a bold, cinematic, and deeply personal debut album arriving independently on May 23, 2025. SWOMP caught up with Flara for an interview to discuss her new album. Raised just outside Montréal in a house filled with music and sisterhood, Flara K (a moniker t…
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Celebrating a decade of powerful storytelling and musical connection, Four Chords and The Truth returns to TD Music Hall at the Allied Music Centre in Toronto on May 22 at 7 p.m. ET for its 10th anniversary edition. The acclaimed semi-annual songwriter series brings world-class songwriters to the stage for intimate semi-round performances, and the …
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What began five years ago as three friends jamming around a campfire has now blossomed into Cabin Fever, Canada’s latest contribution to the international Americana music scene. Comprised of Kyle Faulkner on guitar and vocals, Jessica McKay on upright bass and vocals, and Colin Jolly on mandolin, Cabin Fever is primed to make a lasting first impres…
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Montreal-based alt-pop artist Emi Jeen just released her intoxicating new single 'I’m (Not) Good' on May 9 via all streaming platforms. The song was co-written by Emi Jeen, Lexie Jay (Featurette) and JUNO Award-winning Hill Kourkoutis (Aysanabee, Leela Gilday, Sebastian Gaskin), who also produced the track. Driven by an entrancing bass line and pul…
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Teen metal band Chained Saint - comprised of four high school students Ethan Kahn (17, guitar), Sebastian De Avila (18, bass), Cameron Cottrell (19, drums) and Sean Sterling (18, vocals) - were one of the most hotly tipped bands of 2024. In just a few short months, Revolver, Guitar World, Loudwire, and Judas Priest legend Rob Halford praised the ba…
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East Coast rocker Andre Pettipas released his "most personal song to date" on Friday, May 9, 2025. "In memory of my niece, Blake Everleigh who passed away at three months old from SIDS. Gypsophila is my most personal song to date. It took two years after her passing to finally write about it - this is around the same time I got sober, nearly three …
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