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Sad Song QueensGary Lightbody of Snow Patrol "You Could Be Happy"Joining the Queens in this week’s heartfelt episode is Snow Patrol frontman Gary Lightbody, who discusses the band’s song “You Could Be Happy.” In this episode, Gary opens up about the song's creation, shares stories of Snow Patrol's humble beginnings, and reflects on the influence of his father's passing.Support the showDonate to Laura's team for the Walk to End Alzheimer's on 11/22 http://act.alz.org/goto/walkingforwayne To help support these artists’ as well as their favorite sad songs, please check out our Official...
2025-10-081h 01
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#140: Dean Parsons AKA ARCADE KNIGHTS on his 1980s-inspired synth rock record, "Neon Vice" and how his stage name came to beComing on down Connector’s Corner this week on the Musical Connections is synth-wave songwriter and producer, Dean Parsons AKA Arcade Knights! We talk about the brand-new record, “Neon Vice”, which is inspired by the Miami Vice TV show from the 1980s, how the Arcade Knights project came together, and how he makes the music using hardware instead of software!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (September 28-October 4, 2025)Song: The Woman I LoveArtist: Damian FollettAlbum: The Woman I LoveComposers: Damian Follett S...
2025-10-071h 11
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#138: Rozalind MacPhail from the East Coast Music Awards 2025It is the last of my conversations from the 2025 East Coast Music Awards on this week's episode of the Musical Connections podcast! I reconnect you with Rozalind MacPhail, a flautist, music educator, and singer-songwriter! We talk about her time at the East Coast Music Awards, the progress she made on her upcoming up to that point, and a whole lot more! Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (September 7-20, 2025)Song: REDLINE RIVALArtist: Arcade KnightsAlbum: NEON VICEComposers: Dean Parsons Song...
2025-09-241h 08
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#137: Ana & Eric from the East Coast Music Awards 2025Musical Connections makes its grand return following a very busy summer as we reflect once more on the 2025 East Coast Music Awards in St. John’s back in May. Zach connects with Ana Luisa Ramos & Eric Taylor Escudero to talk about their ECMAs experience, some other projects, and a whole lot more.Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (August 17-September 6, 2025)Song: If U Wanna DriveArtist: Alex DuffyAlbum: If U Wanna DriveComposers: Alex Duffy Song: Hidden GemArtist: Da...
2025-09-171h 05
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#133: Josh Sandu and Andrew Laite of Rube & Rake on their new album, "Good Time After Bad"On this week's episode of the Musical Connections podcast, I welcome one of Newfoundland & Labrador's finest folk groups known for their remarkable musicianship and silky smooth harmonies. I connect you with Rube & Rake! Made up of Josh Sandu & Andrew Laite, the lads are hot off the release of their third studio album, "Good Time After Bad" and come on to talk about the making of the record and their tour dates for the rest of 2025! We also talk about how the group came together, some of the bands and records they listened to, and a whole lot more!
2025-07-221h 12
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#131: Brent McNamara, the music promoter that is Best KindHe is the mastermind behind the Best Kind BBQ and one of the operators of JibFest Weekender! I connect with event promoter, Brent McNamara on this week’s episode of the Musical Connections podcast! We talk about how he got into the music industry through event promotion and about the 2025 Best Kind BBQ which takes place on July 12 at St. David’s Park which features Quake Matthews, DJ 4Korners and so much more!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (June 29-July 5, 2025)Song: Stuck In My HeadArtist: Bailey Jordan-NeilAl...
2025-07-0855 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#129: Kai Bryan of Atlantic Presenters Association on connecting music with venues across the MaritimesFifteen Years on the Lawnya continues tomorrow with the Logistics Coordinator of the Atlantic Presenters Association, Kai Bryan! They drop by the Musical Connections studios to talk about their stay at Lawnya Vawnya 15 and talk about what the Atlantic Presenters Association does and who they represent across Atlantic Canada. They also talk about the importance of Lawnya Vawnya to not just the Newfoundland and Labrador music industry, but the whole sector at large!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (June 15-21, 2025)Song: After the ShowArtist: Andrew Smith...
2025-06-2456 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#128: Colleen ‘’Coco’’ Collins on juggling being a musician and an authorFifteen Years on the Lawnya continues this week on Musical Connections as I connect you with an author, poet, and a musician from Nova Scotia! I connect you with Colleen "Coco" Collins! Colleen stops by the studio to talk about her time at Lawyna Vawnya 15 which include a poet reading for her new book, "Sorry About The Fire" and a debut performance as a bassist for "Penny & The Pits"! She also talks about her experiences at Lawnya Vawnya throughout the years which includes attending the very first Lawnya Vawnya!Music Featured in Episode:New Found...
2025-06-1752 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#127: Penelope Stevens on Penny & The Pits' debut gig and helping New Brunswick's festival scene flourishOn this week's Musical Connections podcast, it's the start of a new series on the program called Fifteen Years on the Lawnya! I speak with some of the performers and industry professionals who attended the fifteenth annual Lawnya Vawnya festival that took place last week! My first interview will be with Penelope Stevens! She was one of the delegates representing the Flourish Festival in Fredericton, New Brunswick, and is the lead signer of Penny & The Pits! We talk about her musical journey started, how Penny & The Pits started from her other band project Motherhood, how the Flourish Festival came...
2025-06-1053 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#126: Lorna Lovell on her East Coast Music Awards experienceThe Musical Connections podcast heads back to the ECMA Conference at the Delta Hotel in St John’s as I re-connect with Lorna Lovell! Lorna comes on the show to talk about what she’s been up to lately following the release of her two albums, “Bring The Fire” and “Song Seeds”! Plus we talk about growing up in a musical family, her Mi’kmaq roots, what she hoped to take away from ECMA week, and an update on some new music!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (May 24-30, 2025)Song: The Operator
2025-06-031h 16
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#125: Aaron Rex & Joe Fowler of Wite Rino on their fifth studio album, "Dream Tower"On this episode of the Musical Connections podcast, we head over to Corner Brook to speak to the members of electronic/ambient duo, Wite Rino, Aaron Rex & Joe Fowler! The duo recently released their fifth studio album, Dream Tower on May 2 with Milltown Records! They talk about the making of the record, how the group came together, the music scene on the west coast of Newfoundland and a whole lot more!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (May 18-23, 2025)Song: Keen To ChangeArtist: Andrew SmithAlbum: Spent
2025-05-271h 01
Just Tap In with Emilio Ortiz#161 Snow Raven - Songs of the Ancestors: Shamanic Wisdom, Animal Communication & Healing the FutureIn this interview, Snow Raven shares her journey as a shamanic singer and the power of ancestral wisdom. She discusses the global challenges humanity is facing and the need to embrace fear and uncertainty. Snow Raven emphasizes the importance of reconnecting with nature and the web of life. She also explores the concept of human potential and the role of creativity in accessing hidden treasures. Snow Raven shares her personal experiences with shamanic rituals and the significance of sacrifice. She concludes by discussing her ability to communicate with animals through mimicry and the profound conversations that can...
2025-05-131h 39
Musical Connections with Zach Snow122: Jim “Wildfinger” Mercer on his viral demo turning into a full songIt’s the last Musical Connections podcast before the 2025 ECMAs! I welcome singer-songwriter, music producer, and audio engineer, Jim “Wildfinger” Mercer! I connect with Jim about his new song which demo amassed more than 100,000 views on Facebook, “Don’t Tell Me What To Do”. Plus we talk about some memories from Wildfinger Productions which include working on John White’s last album and having the man of a thousand songs, Ron Hynes stop by to work on demos for “Mary Got A Baby”!Timestamps:Bud Davidge: 2:09Order of the Precious Blood: 6:06The Fencesitters...
2025-05-061h 06
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#118: Matthew Byrne on working with British folk stalwart, Martin Simpson, for his latest album, "Stealing Time"I am so excited to have Matthew Byrne as my guest! He is considered to be one of the finest musicians and storytellers the province has ever produced and he has put together his first album of all new music in seven and a half years! Matt talks about recording “Stealing Time”, a project which sees him working with UK folk giant, Martin Simpson as his producer along with England's finest folk performers. He also talks about fatherhood, growing up in a musical family and a whole lot more!Timestamps:Amanda Stone: 2:33Automated Bird...
2025-04-091h 37
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#116: Mike Dinn on the music coming out of Conception Bay South, Newfoundland & LabradorMy special guest this week is musician and drummer, Michael Dinn! We talk about his 2025 RPM Challenge submissions, Smoke Spectre and Grog Bit and reflect on his interesting career. From playing drums with Baytown, Cartridge Family, and the Daisy Cutters to opening up for Canadian Rock juggernauts in The Northern Pikes and the Trews, we cover all that and more!Timestamps:New Found Releases:Alex Duffy 2:26Ash Molloy: 6:36Evan Watts Smith: 10:55Jason W. Gill: 14:47Jon Reid: 19:17Mychela: 23:04Nico Paulo: 27:20...
2025-03-251h 19
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#111: Chris Andrews & Mark Hiscock on 35 years of ShanneyganockMy guests this week are two gentlemen who are part of the most consistent traditional folk band of the new millennium, Shanneyganock’s Chris Andrews and Mark Hiscock! They come on Musical Connections to talk about their 30 Year Anniversary and their latest album, Life In The Harbour! Plus, they talk about the bands formation, favourite places they have played, and a whole lot more! They also plug their upcoming show at the Arts and Culture Centre on March 23 as they are the house band for a tribute show to Ryan’s Fancy and the Sons of Erin in support of t...
2025-02-181h 08
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#110: Jacob Critch, a producer making waves on a global scaleOn this week's episode of the Musical Connections podcast, I welcome one of the major names from this province making noise in the K-Pop and J-Pop music world, songwriter and audio engineer, Jacob Critch! He comes by the studio to talk about his success in the market through his publishing deal with MeloGram, working with the label behind such acts like BTS, and how the music journey all started for him! Plus, he talks about future global collaborators, local collaborators, the launch of SongFlow IO, and the power of the internet in the music industry!Timestamps:
2025-02-041h 19
Snow in Southtown Christmas PodcastSong: Keep Those Bells Jinglin’ (Rusty Spell, Fifty)
Throughout 2024 we kept up with Rusty’s progress on his 50-year project, where he spent the whole year writing and recording FIFTY songs, one for each year of his life. At the end of the livestream for the final episode of the season last month, we debuted this song that he wrote about our podcast for the 2019 track.
Today is Rusty’s birthday, and you can grab all 50 tracks here!
https://rustyspell.bandcamp.com/album/fifty
https://ia903407.us.archive.org/22/items/rusty-spell-fifty-46-2019-keep-those-bells-jinglin/Rusty%20Spell%20-%20Fifty%20-%2046%202019%20-%20Keep%20Those%20Bells%20Jing...
2025-01-2900 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#103: Mark Bragg on his recovery journey following a severe brain bleedI’m super excited about this one! I welcome one of the most electrifying performers I have ever seen to Musical Connections this week in Mark Bragg! He opens about that day where his whole life changed forever and how he has been going in his recovery. It is only his second interview since his brain bleed back in June 2023!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (November 24-30, 2024)Song: GalaxyArtist: Da Real Lil GAlbum: GalaxyComposers: Gerald White Song: Christmas Ti...
2024-12-031h 10
Late Starters: A Pokemon Tabletop RPG AdventureA Song of Sugar and Snow II Starts December 1st on the DnDB feed!We're back! A Song of Sugar and Snow II is the sequel to the special Advent-ture from last year on the Dungeons and Dracon Beams feed! They will have a new episode releasing from December 1st until December 24th, Christmas Eve! Find a story of spreading spirit and ending sorrow at Linktr.ee/DnDB! Christmas is coming...
Cast
GM - Alpha Alex (@AlphaComicGames/@QuidRoll)
Halley - Anonymous Alex (@AlexandBirds)
Jack Frost - Austin (@SeezyDrop)
G.U.M.D.R.O.P. - Nate (@SplintersmithNC)
Cedar- Jenna (@JennaChil)
2024-11-3001 min
Dungeons and Dracon Beams: An Animorphs AU DnD AdventureA Song of Sugar and Snow II Starts December 1st!!!!We're back! A Song of Sugar and Snow II is the sequel to our special Advent-ture from last year! We will have a new episode releasing from December 1st until December 24th, Christmas Eve! Join us for a story of spreading spirit and ending sorrow! Christmas is coming...
Cast
GM - Alpha Alex (@AlphaComicGames/@QuidRoll)
Halley - Anonymous Alex (@AlexandBirds)
Jack Frost - Austin (@SeezyDrop)
G.U.M.D.R.O.P. - Nate (@SplintersmithNC)
Cedar- Jenna (@JennaChil)
You can find links to a...
2024-11-3001 minLate Starters: A Pokemon Tabletop RPG AdventureA Song of Sugar and Snow II Starts December 1st on the DnDB feed!We're back! A Song of Sugar and Snow II is the sequel to the special Advent-ture from last year on the Dungeons and Dracon Beams feed! They will have a new episode releasing from December 1st until December 24th, Christmas Eve! Find a story of spreading spirit and ending sorrow at Linktr.ee/DnDB! Christmas is coming...
Cast
GM - Alpha Alex (@AlphaComicGames/@QuidRoll)
Halley - Anonymous Alex (@AlexandBirds)
Jack Frost - Austin (@SeezyDrop)
G.U.M.D.R.O.P. - Nate (@SplintersmithNC)
Cedar- Jenna (@JennaChil)
2024-11-3001 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#102: Rozalind MacPhail on the push and pull of being a creative in the music industryOn this week’s Musical Connections podcast, I head back to the Sheraton Hotel to speak with musician, life coach, music educator, keynote speaker, and expert flautist, Rozalind MacPhail! She’s comes on the show to talk about her upcoming project Push and Pull which includes a brand new song coming out soon! Plus we talk about her upbringing on Toronto Island, how she became a life coach, Inspiration Soup, the Canadian Federation of Musicians and a whole lot more!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (November 17-23, 2024)Song: King(s)Ar...
2024-11-261h 13
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#101: Con O’Brien on the Irish Descendants x Rum Ragged Christmas Tour and upcoming 35th anniversaryThis week on the podcast, I welcome back to the show the lead singer and the co-founder of the The Irish Descendants, Con O'Brien! He talks about the upcoming annual Christmas tour which begins on November 22nd in Liverpool, NS! Plus, he talks about the 35x35 project as the Irish Descendants turn 35 years old next year!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (November 10-16, 2024)Song: For You (Featuring Gedo Junior)Artist: ANILAlbum: For You (Featuring Gedo Junior)Composers: Enock Gedo, Lina Yanga Makaga
2024-11-191h 31
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#100: Tamara Kater on her new role as Executive Director of Music NL, recapping MusicNL week 2024With MusicNL being such great supporters of the podcast since it's launch, it makes all the sense in the world to have on this week's episode, number 100, the newly-minted executive director, Tamara Kater! I speak with T on NextIIConnect about the recently held Music Celebration Week, how she got the role, what her team's vision is for 2025, the ECMAs, her Newfoundland and Labrador roots, and so much more!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (November 3-9, 2024)Song: The Last CowboyArtist: Damian FollettAlbum: The Last Cowboy
2024-11-121h 23
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#99: Dave Whitty on his evolving role in TV & film and releasing his first album in six yearsAhead of the release of "Long Way To Go" on November 8 and album release party on November 9 at the Ship, my guest on the upcoming Musical Connections podcast got his "Ducks In A Row" to stop by and talk about his first album in six years! On NextIIConnect, I welcome singer-songwriter, filmmaker, and narrator for East Harbour Heroes on Discovery Channel, Dave Whitty! We talk about the recording of his fourth studio album and what people can expect on this new record. Plus, we talk about his time on the Discovery Channel show about life on the offshore of...
2024-11-051h 07
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#98: Joshua Parsons on working in Newfoundland and Labrador's bubbling hip-hop sceneThis week's guest is one of the veterans of the hip-hop community in Newfoundland and Labrador. He is hip-hop producer, A&R professional and music creative, Joshua Parsons AKA PARSONS! Parsons comes on to talk about his new song and video for Smuggler's Supreme, a song about the legendary smuggler, Brian O'Dea. Plus, he talks about his career more in-depth. From being one of the first hip-hop performers on the island to moving to the UK, to now being one of the driving forces behind the scenes in the hip-hop community!Music Featured in Episode:...
2024-10-2950 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#96: Selina Boland takes her heart and runs with a career as a full-time musicianOn this week's Musical Connections, I welcome back Selina Boland to the show! On Next II Connect, she talks about her sixth studio album, Take My Heart and Run which came out on CD back in July and how that has been received by the public. She will be releasing it to streaming services by the end of this year. Plus, she talks about her tour that she just concluded, life as a full-time musician, her songwriting process, and a whole lot more!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (October 6-12, 2024)Song...
2024-10-1551 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#95: Harry Parsons, a rocker that raves on in an electrifying wayOn the Musical Connections podcast this week, I connect with Gander-born singer-songwriter, Harry Parsons! We head back to Music Celebration Week to talk with Harry about his new rave-rock project Ctrl+V, whose debut album, "Prequels" came out last April! Plus, we learn more about Harry as he talks about how he got started in music, the various projects he has been a part of, and a whole lot more!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (September 29-October 5, 2024)Song: CheaterArtist: Gerard O’ReillyAlbum: First Person Fiction...
2024-10-081h 06
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#94: Kathy Stock, a singer-songwriter who has overcome the odds to find the space where the light filters inThere's a space in the trees where the light filters in and this inspiring singer-songwriter light shines very bright. On this week's podcast, singer-songwriter, Kathy Stock comes on NextIIConnect to talk about her new EP set to come out later this year. Plus, she talks about how she got into music, moving to Florida to find love and play music, her battle with Hodgkin's Lymphoma, her inspirational songs, and a whole lot more!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (September 22-28, 2024)Song: All I KnowArtist: Alex Duffy...
2024-10-011h 08
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#93: Hannah Green on her debut album, Moving Fast in Slow MotionOn this week's episode of the Musical Connections podcast, we are Moving Fast in Slow Motion! I speak with one of the young up and coming stars of the alternative music scene, Hannah Green! She comes on NextIIConnect to talk about her debut album, her MusicNL award nominations, how she got started, her influences and a whole lot more!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (September 15-21, 2024)Song: PlaygroundArtist: A-PowAlbum: Songs About HomeComposers: Adam PowerSong: unholy...
2024-09-2455 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#91: Albert Dalton on Newfoundland & Labrador's hip-hop community and what can be done to improve itFollowing a successful Music Celebration Week 2024, the mission to grow the Newfoundland and Labrador Music Sector one song at a time is vital now more than ever. On this week’s episode, I speak with one of the leading faces of the Hip-Hop scene of Newfoundland and Labrador in Albert Dalton! He comes on #NextIIConnect to talk about his MusicNL Hip-Hop/Rap Artist of the Year nomination, his album St. Thomas Line with Cat Café, love for professional wrestling, the hip hop scene of Newfoundland and Labrador, and a whole lot more!Music Featured in Episode:N...
2024-09-101h 09
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#90: Zay Nova, Newfoundland & Labrador's Indonesian Freddie MercuryHope you can keep your head above the water and you can tune into this week’s Musical Connections podcast! This week’s guest on NextIIConnect is Indonesian-born and St. John’s-based singer-songwriter, filmmaker, and entertainer, Zay Nova! I catch up with Zay about his most recent album he put out last year called “Keep Your Head Above The Water”! Plus, we talk about growing up in Indonesia, how he got into music, how Shania Twain and Freddie Mercury influenced him to pursue music, the move to Newfoundland, and the opportunities he has gotten since coming here in 2017.Music Fe...
2024-08-271h 02
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#87: From a DuCat to riding down Eastbound 401: Eddie Eastman on his legendary hall of fame careerI am so excited to have on the Musical Connections podcast this week Newfoundland and Labrador country music legend, Eddie Eastman! He drops by the studio to talk about his trip to Newfoundland and Labrador and why he is here! Plus, we go over his extensive career which includes the Country DuCats, BelAir Records, the two Juno Awards, stories from his career, the Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame, and so much more!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (July 28-August 3, 2024)Song: I’m Not ScaredArtist: Carolina East...
2024-08-061h 22
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#86: Claire Porter on her new record making the most of her Time AloneShe is a jill of all trades! A singer-songwriter, hairstylist, sound engineer, 3D video animator is one of the many hats that my guest on NextIIConnect wears. Claire Porter comes on the podcast this week to talk about her new record "Time Alone"! Plus she talks about growing up in a musical family, moving to Montreal, her love of jazz, collecting Newfoundland Folk Songs, and a whole lot more!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (July 21-27, 2024)Song: Stolen GroundArtist: Andrew RodgersAlbum: Let It Out
2024-07-301h 48
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#85: Matthew Cooke or Mawzy on being a Newfoundland and Labrador singer-songwriter in OntarioOn this week's #MusicalConnections podcast, I connect with Toronto-based and Newfoundland born singer-songwriter, Matthew Cooke AKA Mawzy! He comes on #NextIIConnect to talk about his debut LP, Long View and how that all came together. Plus, we talk about his beginnings, growing up in Conception Bay South, Baytown, why he moved to Ontario, and a whole lot more!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (July 14-20, 2024)Song: Fading LightArtist: Becca BartlettAlbum: Fading LightComposers: Rebecca-Ann BartlettSong: Coffee In Connecticut
2024-07-2359 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#84: Ben Chapman-Smith on what to expect from HeavyNFLD Fest 2024Coming up July 19-21 in St. John's and Corner Brook, it is the second annual Heavy NFLD festival which is a celebration of all things hard rock in Newfoundland and Labrador! Ben Chapman-Smith, one of the organizers returns to #NextIIConnect to talk about the three-day event, plus what it took to bring all 30 acts together and a whole lot more!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (July 6-13, 2024)Song: All A DreamArtist: Alex ByrneAlbum: All A DreamComposers: Alex Byrne...
2024-07-161h 33
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#83: Terry Rielly on his favourite memories being the Teddy Bear ManOn the #MusicalConnections podcast, I connect with the Teddy Bear Man, the legendary Terry Rielly for #NextIIConnect! We chat all about the career of Terry Rielly, how he got the Teddy Bear Man moniker, his favourite memories of the Teddy Bear Picnic, how it started, where he is at in his life, and a whole lot more!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (June 30- July 6, 2024)Song: Hot HotArtist: AleBenAlbum: Hot HotComposers: Alex BennettSong: Digital Demon...
2024-07-091h 30
The 'P.U.S.H' ProjectThe ‘P.U.S.H’ Project Podcast: SEASON 4 - EP: 132 With Madison Snow'Try to surround yourself with people that you love'- Maddy Snow..Hey all!Welcome back to Season 4 of the PodCast.We've got Maddy Snow of Edmonton, Alberta.In this conversation, Maddy talks about how much she's moved around, living in a few different provinces & several different cities, and Danny asks about how that experience in so many different places has continued to shape her perspective.Maddy talks about her Career goals in COMMUNICATIONS, and the English Language, and talks about why she see's Communications as something...
2024-07-0934 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#82: Adrian House on his brand new francophone record, Pecheur De RevesOn this week's #MusicalConnections, I connect with Francophone-Anglophone singer-songwriter, Adrian House! He comes on #NextIIConnect to talk about his brand-new record, Pecheur De Reves and how the album all came together! Plus, we touch on the francophone scene of Newfoundland and Labrador, the nineties Newfoundland music scene, singles vs albums, his influences, and a whole lot more!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (June 23-29, 2024)Song: PreservativesArtist: Claire PorterAlbum: Time AloneComposers: Claire PorterSong: Did the Boy Ever Get...
2024-07-021h 31
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#81: Madeline on the move to Nova Scotia and her EP MemoirOn this week's #MusicalConnections, I connect with one of the young up-and-coming singer-songwriters from this province who now calls Nova Scotia their home! I connect with singer-songwriter, Madeline on #NextIIConnect this week to talk about Memoir, her EP she put out in April! Plus, we talk about her influences, accomplishments so far, and much more!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (June 16-22, 2024)Song: Money SmellArtist: Chron LennonAlbum: Cash ChroniclesComposers: Andrew HollettSong: TurnaroundArtist: Dean Pike
2024-06-2536 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#80: Mick Davis on his band, Mick Davis + Thin Love's new album, "Garbage Street"If you really wanna know if this week's #MusicalConnections is going to rock, ask my guest on #NextIIConnect, Mick Davis! He comes on to talk about Thin Love's new record, Garbage Street; plus he talks about his early days, influences, the Novaks, the formation of Thin Love, and a whole lot more!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (June 9-15, 2024)Song: WildflowersArtist: Asetha PowerAlbum: Old CountryComposers: Dolly PartonSong: Ducks In A RowArtist: Dave Whitty
2024-06-181h 03
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#79: Natasha Blackwood on her jazzy new album, "Love Songs for Good Machines"On this week's #MusicalConnections podcast, we are connecting with singer-songwriter, saxophonist, and arts worker, Natasha Blackwood! She comes on #NextIIConnect to talk about her new album, "Love Songs for Good Machines" where she will be having an album release party at the Majestic Theatre on June 14th! Plus, we talk about her influences, how she got started, Eastern Owl, Jazz East Big Band, and a whole lot more!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (June 2-8, 2024)Song: Gold (featuring Albert Dalton)Artist: Alex DuffyAlbum: Charlie’s Vol. 1...
2024-06-111h 13
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#78: Ian Foster on diving into Classical Crossover music with new album, NerveHis latest album is striking a Nerve with many! On this week’s #MusicalConnections, we welcome back Ian Foster to #NextIIConnect! We talk about his brand new album, “Nerve”! It is an album that he calls “Classical Crossover”. Plus he talks about scoring for films, filmmaking, and a whole lot more.Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (May 26-June 1, 2024)Song: Sounds GoodArtist: Adam BaxterAlbum: Sounds GoodComposers: Adam BaxterSong: STARCADEArtist: Bus PeopleAlbum: STARCADECompo...
2024-06-041h 12
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#77: Damian Follett on his first Majestic Theatre show, Covers and MeHe's been rocking crowds across the province for over forty years, that's how my guest on #NextIIConnect this week rolls down here! Local legend Damian Follett joins me to talk about his upcoming show at the Majestic Theatre on May 31st! He also talks about his storied career in music which includes Rogues Gallery, being Greensleeves' in-house musician, and more!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (May 19-25, 2024)Song: Heard You Wanna Dance (featuring Albert Dalton)Artist: Alex DuffyAlbum: Heard You Wanna Dance (featuring Albert Dalton)
2024-05-2857 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#76: Mike Fisher and his 12 Days of BluesOn the Second Day of Blues, Mike Fisher gave to me, two rounds of #NextIIConnect! It is round two with punk music legend and blues troubadour, Mike Fisher on this week's #MusicalConnections podcast! Mike joins me to talk about his new record, 12 Days of Blues! He also talks about what got him into playing blues, his favourite place to play, and a whole lot more!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (May 12-18, 2024)Song: Saturday NightArtist: Andrew RodgersAlbum: Saturday NightComposers: Andrew Rodgers
2024-05-2156 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#75: Liz Fagan on her band's debut album, Hurricane SeasonHere they are, rocking like a hurricane! On this week's #MusicalConnections podcast, I connect with francophone singer-songwriter, Liz Fagan on #NextIIConnect! I speak to them about their band's debut album, "Hurricane Season" and how the Liz Fagan Band came together! They also reflect on their musical journey, their influences, and a whole lot more!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (May 5-11, 2024)Song: Nulle PartArtist: Adrian HouseAlbum: Pecheur De RevesComposers: Adrian HouseSong: Still Doubt ItArtist...
2024-05-141h 12
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#74: Evan AuCoin on his new country-rock band, Midnight WatchEpisode 74 of #MusicalConnections is here! My special guest is lead singer of Midnight Watch, Evan AuCoin! We talk about the brand new band, plus Evan's musical journey, his influences, Rugged Shores, and a whole lot more!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (April 28-May 4, 2024)Song: Kickin’Artist: Adam BaxterAlbum: Kickin’Composers: Adam BaxterSong: One Tough LoverArtist: Andrew LeDrewAlbum: Unusual MiraclesComposers: Andrew LeDrewSong: Beauty In The Darnkess
2024-05-071h 15
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#73: Paul Brake on his hardcore punk band, The Order of the Precious Blood and diving into hard rockPraise the Order of the Precious Blood! On this week's #NextIIConnect, I speak with the band's lead vocalist, Paul Brake! He joins me to talk about the group, how they formed, and updates on new music! Plus, he talks about his musical journey, RocketRocketShip, what drew him to heavy music, and more!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (April 21-27, 2024)Song: WanderingArtist: Gerard O’ReillyAlbum: WanderingComposers: Gerard O’ReillySong: Who Knit YaArtist: KitchinPartiAlbu...
2024-04-301h 22
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#72: Mark Manning & Aaron Collis of Rum Ragged on the band's first album in five years, "Gone Jiggin'"It's OK if you'll stick around, you will make my week if you listen to the new #MusicalConnections podcast I'll be mixing down! On this week's #NextIIConnect, I connect with Mark Manning and Aaron Collis of Rum Ragged! They talk about Gone Jiggin', their first full album in five years! Plus, they talk about their musical journeys, some of their career highlights, and more!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases (April 14-20, 2024)Song: Dusty RhodesArtist: Albert Dalton, Cat Café, New VillianAlbum: St. Thomas LineC...
2024-04-231h 45
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#71: Florian Hoefner on moving to Newfoundland & Labrador and receiving two ECMA nominationsHe is one of the best classical & jazz performers that Newfoundland & Labrador have to offer. On #NextIIConnect, I connect with German Canadian composer and pianist, Florian Hoefner. I speak to him about his new projects with the Iris Trio and Flying Pooka. The latter which got him two ECMA award nominations. He also talks about his musical journey from playing with Subtone, moving to Newfoundland and Labrador, and a whole lot more!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases (April 4-10, 2024):Song: HazmatArtist: Albert Dalton, Cat CaféAlbum: S...
2024-04-161h 22
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#70: Ana & Eric on the diversity of Newfoundland & Labrador's music sceneThey are one of the fastest rising music duos in Newfoundland and Labrador today! On this week's #MusicalConnections podcast, I connect with Brazilian-born folk music duo, Ana & Eric on #NextIIConnect! I speak with the duo about their ECMA and MusicNL nominations for their most recent album, "Our House From Here" and their year ahead. Plus, they talk about their beginnings in Brazil, how the duo met, their move to Newfoundland and Labrador, and a whole lot more! New Found Releases from March 31 to April 6, 2024 include Hamilton Sound, Iris Trio, Jake Nicoll, Kelly McMichael, lil dirtbag, and Teddy Rowe.
2024-04-091h 08
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#69: Clint Curtis on the many musicians he has worked and working on "Lie" with Justin Fancy & grammy winning producer, Greg WellsWe are heading out to Central Newfoundland once more on this week's episode of #MusicalConnections! On #NextIIConnect, I connect with one of the premier music producers in the province today, Clint Curtis! Clint talks about the many people he has worked with over the course of his career in music which include Justin Fancy, Damian Follett, Jason Benoit, and multi-Grammy award winning producer, Greg Wells. He reflects on his early days in music, Max80, SevenView Studios, music production, songwriting, and a whole lot more! New Found Releases from March 24-30, 2024 include A Cusp Cusp, AleBen, Gerard O’Reilly, Jaded Tr...
2024-04-021h 18
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#68: Stephen Green & Andrew Rodgers of Fairgale on their ECMA nomination for Rock Artist of the YearWe are taking it back to "The Way It Was Before" as we speak with the two co-lead vocalists for one of Newfoundland & Labrador's most popular bands today! On #NextIIConnect, I connect with Andrew Rodgers & Stephen Green of Fairgale! We talk about their recent success of their most recent album which netted them a MusicNL award for Rock Artist of the Year and an ECMA award nomination for Rock Recording of the Year. The lads open up about their musical journeys, how the band was formed, opening for Trooper, working with James Dupre and a whole lot more! New...
2024-03-261h 03
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#67: Matthew Barrett & Justin Jackman of Silver Wolf Band on how the musicians of Labrador can be supportedFresh off their tour of their home of Labrador, I speak with two of the members of the Labrador Folk Rock band, the Silver Wolf Band. This week, I connect with band members Justin Jackman & Matthew Barrett on #NextIIConnect! I speak with them about their most recent tour, plus their ECMA nomination for Indigenous Recording of the Year. The lads also talk about their respective musical journeys, how the band was formed, their influences, and a whole lot more! New Found Releases from March 10-16, 2024 from Dermot O’Reilly & Fergus O’Byrne, Hannah Green, Kathy Stock, Kellie Loder, Kyla Till...
2024-03-191h 05
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#66: The Swinging Belles on their JUNO-nominated album, Welcome to the Flea CircusWe are being welcomed into the flea circus on this week's #MusicalConnections podcast! On #NextIIConnect, I connect with Erin Power, Laura Winter, and Duane Andrews! They are collectively known as the Swinging Belles! We talk about their new album "Welcome to the Flea Circus", an album that has netted them MusicNL, ECMA, CFMA, and Juno Award Nominations! Plus, we talk about the formation of the group, their respective musical journeys, their influences, and a whole lot more! New Found Releases from March 3-9, 2024 from Black Gold, BruceM8, Jaded Truth, Liz Fagan Band, The Order of the Precious Blood, Tim...
2024-03-121h 14
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#65: David Shears on how Hurricane Music came together, why he left MusicNL, and moreAfter a successful launch in 2023 as a music management and production company, Hurricane Music is set to have another big year ahead in 2024! I speak with the other half of the Hurricane Music ownership on #NextIIConnect this week, David Shears. David talks about how him and Matt formed Hurricane Music, plus how they first met when they came together in the band, RocketRocketShip! He also talks about his early days in music, the opportunity with MusicNL, and a whole lot more!-----------------------------------------------------------Music Featured in Episode:Song: MedicineArtist: Albert Dalton...
2024-03-051h 22
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#59: Life is Ever Sweet: Jordan Harnum & Joelle Sunshine on when they first met and Olde House ShowsWe are stopping by the "Olde House" on #NextIIConnect this week! I connect with musicians, partners, and owners of Olde House Shows. Jordan Harnum & Joelle Sunshine! The duo talks about how they first met, how the concept of Olde House Shows came together, memories of the past year, and new music set to come later this year! New Found Releases from January 14-20, 2024 are contributed by Ana & Eric, Andrew Rodgers & Nick Earle, Kellie Loder, Mawzy, Renee Marquis, Summer Bennett, and Zay Nova!Music Featured in Episode:Song: Hope (Live)Artist: Ana & Eric
2024-01-2347 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#58: Adam Baxter on Central Newfoundland's music sceneDown the Street we go as we head back to the Emera Innovation Exchange in St. John's for #NextIIConnect. On this week's episode, I connect with singer-songwriter & music educator, Adam Baxter! We talk about his most recent song, the people he has shared the stage with, how he got into music, and so much more! New Found Releases from January 7-13, 2024 by Alan Doyle, Down Forward, Jason W Gill, lil dirtbag, Reilly Meadus, The Once, and This Day.Music Featured in Episode:Song: Yours and MineArtist: Alan DoyleAlbum: Welcome...
2024-01-1650 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#57: The Rowdymen on releasing their long-awaited debut albumThe Musical Connections podcast is back for another season and on this episode, we are getting a little rowdy! I connect with the three gentlemen that make up the Rowdymen! On #NextIIConnect, I talk with Greg, Gerry, and George about their long-awaited debut album, how they all came together, and a whole lot more! New Found Releases contributed from December 19, 2023 to January 6, 2024 from AleBen, Ceiligh, Derek Strong, Jason Benoit, Rob Cook, and Sons of Lloyd.Music Featured in Episode:Song: GOTTIArtist: AleBenAlbum: GOTTIComposers: Alex Bennett
2024-01-091h 09
You Must Be Some Kind of Therapist89. A Christmas Song for Weary Hearts: Snow by Sleeping at LastMerry Christmas! No interview today. No monologue either. Just a simple, short and sweet song I wanted to give as a gift to anyone whose heart is hurting this holiday.Why I'm sharing this song with you:Since Christmas has fallen on a Monday this year, and I always release new episodes on Monday, I faced a dilemma. I thought it would be a disservice to any guest to ask them to do an episode that would air on a day that the average listener can be expected to have other priorities, and I didn't...
2023-12-2503 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#56: Matt Dines on forming Hurricane Music and what drove him to music productionOn the final #MusicalConnections podcast of 2023, we recap an amazing year for a music management and production company in St. John’s! We are connecting with the co-founder, owner, and music engineer at Hurricane Music, Matt Dines! On #NextIIConnect, we will be talking about how Matt got into music, how Dave Shears and him met, RocketRocketShip, the formation of Hurricane Music, and plans for 2024! New Found Releases from December 10-31, 2023 are contributed by @TheWillPike, Brad Farrell, In Da Ruff, Jaded Truth, Jake Nicoll, Jim Shannahan, and Laura Penney!Music Featured in Episode:Song: gREAT bIG sE...
2023-12-191h 08
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#54: Jared Waterman on his second studio album, "Just Let Me Be Mad" and his love for John PrineMy next guest on #NextIIConnect is Gonna Keep Singin' and he will be chatting with me on the upcoming #MusicalConnections podcast! I connect with Jared Waterman about his 2023 which includes the release of his second album "Just Let Me Be Mad"! Plus, he talks about his musical journey, John Prine, and a whole lot more! New Found Releases from November 26-December 2, 2023 are contributed by Brad Tuck & Rosemary Lawton, Chris Kirby, Dicky, Jason W. Gill, King Sway, Logan Bolt, MC Snax, The Once, and Tomorrow’s Hangover.Music Featured in Episode:Song: Child’s First Christmas
2023-12-0558 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#53: Con O’Brien on bringing Rum Ragged along for their 2023 Irish Descendants Christmas TourIt "Must Be Christmas" as the Irish Descendants are back with their first Christmas album in over two decades! My guest on #NextIIConnect is the lead singer of the Irish Descendants, the one and only Con O'Brien! We talk about the band's new album, their upcoming Christmas tour beginning November 30th and a whole lot more! New Found Releases from November 19-25, 2023 are contributed by Alex Byrne x Kastra, Brad Tuck & Rosemary Lawton, Courtney Madison, Jamie Stone, lil dirtbag, Port-Aux-Poutines, and Reggie Morales.Music Featured in Episode:Song: DenialArtist: Alex Byrne X...
2023-11-281h 11Dungeons and Dracon Beams: An Animorphs AU DnD AdventureA Song of Sugar and Snow TrailerJoin us for 24 days of stories as we release a new episode of A Song of Sugar and Snow every day starting December 1st! Alpha Alex (@AlphaComicGames/@QuidRoll)
takes us on a whimsical journey through our world we created in the Quiet Year. It is full of twists, turns, political intrigue and espionage, and a group of heroes of Christmas thrown together. Hope you enjoy and Happy Holidays!
2023-11-2601 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#49: Kelsey Arsenault produces a strong debut album on Gallery WallsWe are painting the Gallery Walls on the next Musical Connections podcast! I connect with singer-songwriter, Kelsey Arsenault. She speaks about her long-awaited debut album, "Gallery Walls", her upbringing in Ferryland, growing up in a musical family, and a whole lot more! New Found Releases from October 22-28, 2023 are contributed by Ana & Eric, Andrew Rodgers, Asetha Power, Kellie Loder, Needle Crafts, Reggie Morales, and The Skeats.Music Featured in Episode:Song: HomeArtist: Ana & EricAlbum: Ana & Eric (Live)Composers: Ana Luisa Ramos, Eric Taylor Escuardo
2023-10-3152 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#48: Justin Fancy on his second album, Whiskey & Me and opening up for Canadian country legend, George CanyonNothing's better than tuning into a whole new #MusicalConnections podcast! I connect with the multi award-winning Justin Fancy! We catch up with him to talk about his second studio album, Whiskey and Me, along with his tour supporting George Canyon, and more!Music Featured in Episode:Song: Down The StreetArtist: Adam BaxterAlbum: Down The StreetComposers: Adam Baxter Song: St. John’s WaltzArtist: Alan Doyle & The DardanellesAlbum: Sonny Don’t Go Away: A Tribute to Ron Hynes
2023-10-241h 05
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#47: Rhonda Tulk-Lane, CEO of MusicNL on the 2023 MusicNL Awards and what's to comeOn the #MusicalConnections podcast this week, we are connecting with the CEO of MusicNL, Rhonda Tulk-Lane! On the eve of Music Celebration Week 2023, We get some information on what members of the music industry association can expect for the four day-conference. Plus, Rhonda talks about how she got the gig as the head of MusicNL, as well as what MusicNL has planned for the upcoming Year of the Arts! New Found Releases covering October 8-14, 2023 come from AleBen, Angie Bohlke, Ben’s Ekman Spiral, Kelsey Arsenault, Madeline, The Skeats, Wade Tarling, and With Violet. Music Used In Ep...
2023-10-171h 02
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#43: Nigel Jenkins on how he started Laughing Heart Music and joining MusicNL's board of directorsThis week's #MusicalConnections will make you laugh your heart out! On #Next2Connect, I speak with the chair of the board for MusicNL and the owner of Laughing Heart Music, Nigel Jenkins! We talk about how he first founded the music management and publishing company and how he has made the west coast of Newfoundland his home. Plus, he speaks about the amazing things he is doing out in Corner Brook with 62 Broadway and Laughing Heart, how he got involved with MusicNL, and a whole lot more! New Found Releases covering September 10-16, 2023 include Elder Caius, Golly, Jim Shannahan...
2023-09-191h 19
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#37: Rachel Cousins on signing with Scilly Cove Records and her new song, "Hell & High Water"#Next2Connect is pop singer-songwriter, Rachel Cousins! We speak about the recent signing to Scilly Cove Records and her new song, “Hell & High Water”. She also speaks about her mental health battles and advocacy, the New Found Talent win in 2018, the move to pop music, musical theatre, and more!Music Featured In EpisodeSong: The Guilt TripArtist: AeriaAlbum: The Deadman CollectionComposers: Alex Murphy Song: Please Tell LucyArtist: Alex DuffyAlbum: Please Tell LucyComposers: Alex Duff...
2023-08-081h 16
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#36: Pamela Morgan on diving into musical theatre with White Fleet Suite#Next2Connect is the legendary Pamela Morgan! I speak to her about five new tunes she released with longtime collaborator Anita Best! Plus we speak about Wetland and White Fleet Suite, Figgy Duff, Emile Benoit, and a whole lot more!Music Featured In Episode:Song: Upside DownArtist: AleBenAlbum: Upside DownComposers: Alex BennettSong: About Me (featuring Uncle Fester)Artist: DECAY & N8 DouceAlbum: About MeComposers: Dave Kelly, Francis Fester, Nate Douce ...
2023-08-011h 26
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#35: Kelly McMichael on the differences between the music scenes from Ontario and Newfoundland & Labrador#Next2Connect is Peterborough-born but St. John’s residing singer-songwriter, Kelly McMichael! We talk about her brand new song “Tour From Hell” and an update on a second album following her Polaris Prize Shortlist album, “Waves”! She opens about memories in various music scenes in Peterborough and St. John’s and a whole lot more!Music featured in episodeSong: If You Didn’t CheatArtist: Aubree LambeAlbum: If You Didn’t CheatComposers: Aubree Lambe Song: A Twillingate DawnArtist: Barry Fitzpatrick
2023-07-251h 31
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#34: Peter Vance on diving into Country-Pop#Next2Connect is up and coming country singer-songwriter, Peter Vance. We talk about his debut single in the genre, “Nothing To Lose”. Plus we dive into his beginnings playing music in Lewisporte, to the formation of Mile Twenty Five, and more!Music Featured In EpisodeSong: On My WatchArtist: AleBenAlbum: On My WatchComposers: Alex Bennett Song: Leave Me AloneArtist: DatLankyManAlbum: Leave Me AloneComposers: Matthew Small Song: Inside YourselfAr...
2023-07-1853 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#32: Selina Boland on her fifth studio album, All These Hours and a song about her late mom, Laverne Squires#Next2Connect on the Musical Connections podcast is singer-songwriter Selina Boland! We talk about her fifth album, All These Hours which came out on June 2! Plus she opens up about her career as a whole from growing up as the youngest of the children to her late mom, the legendary Laverne Squires; to the loss of her mom and the grief that she has dealt with and how that continues to influence her music to this day, including the song “The Way It Goes (For Mom)”. We also talk about CHALK, the places she has played and the opportunities she...
2023-07-041h 22
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#31: Nico Paulo on moving from Portugal to Canada and what landed her in St. John's to release her debut album#Next2Connect on the Musical Connections podcast is singer-songwriter & visual artist, Nico Paulo. We talk about the artist’s self titled full length debut album which is on the Polaris Longlist for 2023. Plus her upbringing in Portugal, her move to Toronto in 2014, to Newfoundland in 2020, Lawyna Vawyna, and a whole lot more!Music Featured:Song: Capital CityArtist: Alphamale x DECAYAlbum: Urban LegendsComposers: Dave Kelly & Alex Frisina Song: This Is My HomeArtist: Derina Harvey BandAlbum: Waves of Ho...
2023-06-271h 04
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#29: Derina Harvey on growing up in Labrador, releasing Waves of Home, and moving to Alberta#Next2Connect on the Musical Connections podcast is the powerful lead vocalist of dHB, Derina Harvey! We talk about the band’s third studio album, Waves of Home coming out on June 23. She also talks about her upbringing in Wabush, Labrador growing up in a musical family, the move to Alberta which led to the formation of the Derina Harvey Band, and a whole lot more!Music Featured:Song: Vegas MomentArtist: Adam StapleAlbum: Quiet Part LoudComposers: Adam Staple Song: ComplicatedAr...
2023-06-131h 31
Musical Connections with Zach Snow# 27: Courtney Wicks on her debut album, "Love, Me" and being the first signee to Scilly Cove RecordsThe Next To Connect on the Musical Connections podcast is the first signee to Scilly Cove Records, Courtney Wicks. She talks about her debut album, “Love, Me” released earlier in May with songs with traditional tunes we all know and love. Plus, she opens about the opportunity to work with Scilly Cove Records and Grammy Award winning producer, Greg Wells, and a whole lot more!Music Used in EpisodeSong: These DaysArtist: Evil Ebenezer, DECAYAlbum: These DaysComposers: Gaelan Bleasdale, Dave Kelly & Craig Lanciani So...
2023-05-3058 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#26: Ian Foster on releasing a film to his new album, Close to the BoneThe Next To Connect on the Musical Connections podcast is singer-songwriter, producer, and filmmaker, Ian Foster. We talk about his new record, Close to the Bone which also has a short film alongside it. He reflects on his early career from working with his own band to writing with the late Ron Hynes. He also talks about his production for other artists, his partnership with Nancy Hynes, and a whole lot more!Music Used in EpisodeSong: Quiet Part LoudArtist: Adam StapleAlbum: Quiet Part LoudComposers: Adam...
2023-05-231h 22
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#25: Greg Wells on why he decided to buy a church in rural Newfoundland to build a community space and a record labelThe Next To Connect on the Musical Connections podcast is two time Grammy-award winning producer and proprietor of Scilly Cove Records/Trinity Hall, Greg Wells. He talks about his passion project hhead of the grand opening of the newly-minted Trinity Hall on May 19 with a full weekend of events to come. We dive into his early career in music in Peterborough, to his connection to Newfoundland and Labrador and how he got the former St. Luke’s Anglican Church turning it into Trinity Hall and a whole lot more!Music Used in EpisodeSong: Last Ma...
2023-05-161h 35
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#24: Mike Fisher on his "Diary of a Psychic Vampire"The Next To Connect on the Musical Connections podcast is singer-songwriter and punk rock pillar, Mike Fisher. We talk about the performer’s new album “Diary of a Psychic Vampire”. He dives into his careers which includes stints in Reaction, NEON, Paul Fenton Group, Hammingwell and more. Plus, he will be taking the album on a mini tour which wraps up in St. John’s on June 3 & 4!Music Used in EpisodeSong: The Barber Pole SongArtist: Alan DoyleAlbum: The Barber Pole SongComposers: Anthony Paddon Son...
2023-05-0954 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#23: Darcy Scott on putting out his debut album, Wasted Spaces and his upcoming release show at the Elks Club in St. John'sThe Next To Connect on the Musical Connections podcast is up and coming singer-songwriter, Darcy Scott! He speaks about his upcoming debut EP, Wasted Spaces set to come out on May 25 with a CD release show at the Elks Club in St. John’s. Plus he speaks about the various competitions he has taken part in such as New Found Talent and the Bell Media Songwriters Challenge and what inspired him to pursue music in the first place.Music Used in Episode:Song: Manhã de AbrilArtist: Ana & EricAlbum: Our Hou...
2023-05-021h 16
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#19: Danielle Hamel on her many music projects and being up for an ECMA for Electronic Artist of the YearThe Next To Connect on the Musical Connections podcast is singer-songwriter and musician, Danielle Hamel! Zach Snow speaks to Danielle about her projects, Land of the Lakes & It Could Be Franky, to her upbringing in Central Newfoundland, her ECMA nomination for Electronic Artist of the Year for “Edena”, and more!Music Used In Episode:Song: Your Friday NightArtist: Jason BenoitAlbum: Time TravellerComposers: Jason Benoit Song: I Can See Our House From HereArtist: Ana & EricAlbum: I Can See...
2023-04-0450 min
The Nostalgia PitSong Spelunker Vol. 1: Love At First BiteOn this week’s episode, we’re going back into the vault! It’s October 2021; Kevin, Colin and Rob are going slowly insane amidst the throws of the pandemic. Rob has just Squid Game while Kevin tackled the incestious Game of Thrones. We also talk about happy trails, and debut one of our favorite segments ever: Song Spelunker (imaging to come). Alright, here we go… Love At First Bite.Make sure you subscribe to our Patreon for exclusive bonus episodes and music!linktr.ee/nostalgiapit
2023-03-261h 26
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#17: Duo Concertante on winning a JUNO award and how the group came togetherThe Next To Connect on the Musical Connections podcast are JUNO award winning chamber duo, Duo Concertante! Zach Snow speaks to Nancy Dahn & Timothy Steeves about their upbringing, to their first gig in 1997, to the countless awards they have won which includes a Juno Award win in 2011. We also speak about their ECMA nomination for Classical Album of the Year at the upcoming awards show from May 3-7, 2023 in Halifax, Nova Scotia.Music Used In Episode:Song: Living In The 709Artist: The NavigatorsAlbum: Bay Bulls CoveComposers: Arthur...
2023-03-2157 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#16: Andrew Staniland on what drove him to classical and jazz music and being up for two ECMA nominationsThe Next To Connect on the Musical Connections podcast is composer, producer, and professor, Andrew Staniland! Zach Snow speaks to Andrew about growing up in Red Deer to playing in heavy metal bands which would lead him to Jazz and Classical music. He speaks on the various orchestras he has participated in, the Memorial ElectroAcoustic Research Lab, and his two ECMA nominations for his 2021 project, Reddened by Hammer!Music Used In Episode:Song: SirensArtist: Summer BennettAlbum: SirensComposers: Summer Bennett Song: Thousand Cries
2023-03-141h 23
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#15: Dave Panting & Ian MacKinnon of Rawlins Cross on being nominated for an ECMAThe Next To Connect on the Musical Connections podcast are two members of the Folk-Rock band, Rawlins Cross. Zach Snow talks to Ian MacKinnon & Dave Panting about the early days of the band, to establishing the classic lineup, their split and reformation, and their nomination at the 2023 ECMAs for Contemporary Roots Recording of the Year!Music Used In Episode:Song: Best Ex-GirlfriendArtist: Damian FollettAlbum: Best Ex-GirlfriendComposers: Damian Follett Song: Flexing FreestyleArtist: BruceM8Album: Flexing Freestyle...
2023-03-071h 02
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#14: Erin O’Mara on what got her into performing to what drove her to photographyThe Next To Connect on the Musical Connections podcast is singer and photographer, Erin O’Mara! We talk about her early days growing up in Mount Pearl, how one of her cousins drove her into music, to her time in rock band Biscuit, to the countless photos she has taken at many concerts throughout the years!Music Used In Episode:Song: 17Artist: Ashleen MolloyAlbum: 17Composers: Ashleen Molloy Song: Brave HeartArtist: Zay NovaAlbum: Brave HeartComposers: Zay No...
2023-02-281h 55
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#10: Carolina East on how she got her stage name and her advocacy for Mental Health and Indigenous RightsWe’re no fools to say that we love our next guest! On Episode 10 of Musical Connections, Zach Snow speaks with singer-songwriter and country songstress, Carolann Fowler A.K.A. Carolina East! Carolina dives into her career playing the bar circuit by herself and with the group Ocean Skye, to her advocacy for the Indigenous, Mental Health, and the deaf community, how she got the Carolina East stage name, plus an update on a new record coming out later this year!Music Used In Episode:Song: VHSArtist: Jason BenoitAlbum: VH...
2023-01-311h 16
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#8: Dave Fitzpatrick on the new found success for "Heave Away", a song The Fables recorded in 1997Come get your duds in order as on this episode of Musical Connections, Zach Snow speaks with musician, singer-songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist, Dave Fitzpatrick! We talk about the renewed popularity of the Fables thanks to the song “Heave Away” being used as the goal song for the 2023 World Junior Hockey Championship in Halifax and Moncton this past Christmas. We also talk about his extensive career which includes stints in the Newfoundland Kitchen Band and Figgy Duff to working with Newfoundland and Labrador legends like A. Frank Willis, John White, and Bud Davidge.Music Used In Episode:So...
2023-01-131h 30
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#5: The Art of Song: Conversations from the Rotary Arts Centre in Corner BrookThe Musical Connections Podcast continues its series of Music Celebration Week 2022 in Corner Brook! In this edition of the podcast, Zach Snow speaks with the people taking part and are in attendance for the annual Songwriter Circles. Interviews include Booking Agent, Tamara Kater, musician Jing Xia, and singer-songwriters Sherman Downey & Kelly McMichael.Music Used In Episode:Song: I Miss You DadArtist: Leo WallAlbum: I Miss You DadComposers: Leo Wall Song: The Family TreeArtist: Brad FarrellAlbum: The...
2022-12-1643 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#4: Celebrating Newfoundland and Labrador Music: Interviews from Marble MountainThe Musical Connections Podcast continues its series of Music Celebration Week 2022 in Corner Brook! In this edition of the podcast, Zach Snow speaks with the people involved in the CelebrateNL and MusicNL cocktail reception. Interviews include MusicNL Board chair, Nigel Jenkins, Minister of Tourism, Culture, Arts, and Recreation, the Honourable Steve Crocker, and Marble Mountain Marketing Manager, Dustin ParsonsMusic Used In Episode:Song: Christmas With My FamilyArtist: Down ForwardAlbum: Christmas With My FamilyComposers: Stephen Maher Song: Frosty, Santa, Jesus, and the...
2022-12-0943 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#3: The Stars of Tomorrow - Speaking with Newfoundland & Labrador's rising music starsThe Musical Connections Podcast continues its series of Music Celebration Week 2022 in Corner Brook! In this edition of the podcast, Zach Snow speaks with young up and coming musicians attending the Stars of Tomorrow event at the Rotary Arts Centre. Conversations include singer-songwriter D’Arcy Scott, Peter “Pete” MacDonald, and Paige Penney.Music Used In Episode:Song: A Song for ChristmastimeArtist: Brad Tuck & Rosemary LawtonAlbum: A Song For ChristmastimeComposers: Brad Tuck & Rosemary Lawton Song: Christmas Card FeelingArtist: Chris RyanA...
2022-12-0240 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#2: Scenes from New Found Talent Contest 2022 at Rotary Arts Centre in Corner BrookThe Musical Connections Podcast heads out to Corner Brook! In this edition of the podcast, Zach Snow speaks with contestants of the Newfound Talent Contest at the Rotary Arts Centre. Conversations include singer-songwriter Jayne Batstone, second place finalist Reagan Holmes, 2021 winner Summer Bennett, and 2022 winner Mackenzie Critch.Music Used In Episode:Song: LargoArtist: Kate ReadAlbum: AfterComposers: J.S Bach Song: In My HeadArtist: Alex ByrneAlbum: In My HeadComposers: Alex Byrne & Fatima Dahmouh
2022-11-2545 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#1: Ken Tizzard returns to Newfoundland for the love of music (Debut Episode)On the official debut of the Musical Connections podcast, Zach Snow connects with singer-songwriter, Ken Tizzard as he is home in Newfoundland and Labrador for the first time since 2019. Ken talks about his early days in the Punk Rock scene in St. John’s, how he got involved with the Watchmen, his work with Ron Hynes, the Whiskey Wednesday Show, and what he has been up to lately as he stops by for a mini tour of St. John’s!Music Used In Episode:Song: Never EnoughArtist: KitchinPartiAlbum: No Word...
2022-11-181h 16
Better Each Day Podcast Radio Show with Bruce HilliardHilliard's Wild Christmas Trees, "Hello", "Snow Angel" and "Happy Christmas" with Bruce HilliardHello hello hello and merry Christmas from the corner of Christmas Street and Better Each Day. Come on along and take a walk with me.You're here just in time for an eggnog and my Christmas 2021 song Hello Hello Hello. It's about being committed to the Christmas fruit cake boom boom room for believing in Santa. “I believe in Santa Claus and giving.” Christmas Street can be anywhere, anytime. It doesn’t need to be a street. It can be in a Victorian home or visiting the mother ship. In this story it’s down a gravel...
2021-12-1829 min
EVERYNIGHTNIGHTS PODCASTSPOOKY SEASON | EVERYNIGHTNIGHTS PODCAST #126Snow and Juju are back officially in spooky season talking about the new 24 hour challenge song, various news topics, Snow getting parosmia from the coronavirus, creepy abandoned castle town in Turkey, the Texas border events and much more.
2021-09-241h 32
Very Good Music: A VGM PodcastEpisode 2-8: In the Land of Ice and SnowIt's beginning to look a lot like...well, winter! And you know what that means in VGM Podcast Land: a special, winter-themed episode! We wanted to start this tradition off with a bang, so Bedroth cooked up something wildly involved and time-consuming to bring you some wintry VGM you're unlikely to have heard before on other VGM winter specials.
In fact, the hosts worked so hard to find you some bangin' good tracks to welcome in the season, there were too many to fit into one episode! You'll learn more about that as you listen to this...
2020-12-081h 35