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A Mental BreakA Mental Break - Ian FragomeniIan Fragomeni the GOAT himself, is on the pod! I did his pod, Flat 5, a few years ago, so I'm excited to have him on A Mental Break! Ian and I go way back as we share stories from our past and how we've crossed paths in this crazy Ontario music scene. Ian talks about his mental health and opens up about the years he battled with finding balance. Stoked to have Ian on the show, show him some love! Support the show
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Flat Five podcast#33 Daniel MonteIn this episode, Daniel and I talk about a few topics. We discuss his latest record release, his come-up as a musician and songwriter, and a ton more! Huge thanks to Daniel for coming on the show, and to Game at Melody First for hosting us. Make sure you like, subscribe, and comment who you want to see next!
2023-10-191h 07Flat Five podcast#32 - The Plastic Waste bandHuge thanks to John and Ethan for joining me on the show! Thank you Gabe (Melody First) for hosting us!
2023-07-1150 minFlat Five podcast#31 Kanna Hollingsworth (at Melody First)huge thanks to Gabe at Melody First studio and kanna for being such fantastic people! This episode was very kind to my artistic soul, hope you enjoy it!
2023-04-281h 40Flat Five podcast#30 Jon KarkarWhat a fantastic start to the new year. Huge thanks to Jon for coming on the pod!
2023-02-081h 55Flat Five podcast#29 Melvin MurrayHuge thanks to Melvin for hosting us and being such a fantastic guest! Thanks to Leo for always showing up. and a HUGE thanks to you all for bearing with me on the audio quality of this one; not every pod will be a home-run on the technical side but we pull through!- Ian
2022-10-241h 28Flat Five podcast#28 Taylor SimpsonHad a blast chatting with Taylor! Be sure to check out his podcast; "A Mental Break".
2022-10-051h 31Flat Five podcast#27 Carson Gant @oneupdrumvidsHey everyone!Today's episode is special one! I had the pleasure of chatting with Carson Gant, a fine gentleman and a wonderful person to talk to.Carson is a session drummer with a great feel and sound! He also runs One up Loops alongside Spencer Cheyene. *on a side note; please mind my donkey breathing! I had bad sinus problems on the recording day o this pod.Be sure to subscribe, like, and leave a comment on who you want to see next on the podcast!
2022-09-301h 01Flat Five podcast#26 with Joanna Roselli and Leo MonteroFlat Five is back!! Our first long-form episode of Season Three, accompanied by Joanna Roselli and Leo Montero. Two wonderful people working as photographers in the Toronto music scene.As always, such a pleasure to have a conversation with these two. This time, we recorded it!Be sure to follow the podcast, send a like, and download your favourite episodes to listen on the go!
2022-09-261h 47Flat Five podcast#25 Glitter Party (Sam Cohen)Hey Flat Five fam! Hope you have been well, all 30 of you dedicated listeners and viewers. It's been some time from our last episode. Sam and I recorded this a couple weeks ago and since then a lot of things have moved around, changed, or come to a close. Nonetheless, a new episode is here! I want to give a special thanks to sam for being an outstanding friend, musician, and person. He makes some of my all time favourite music, that you should certainly listen to!Enjoy this week's episode! FLAT FIVE FAM FOREVER.
2022-06-151h 03Flat Five podcast#24 Rise Carmine outside of the Monarch tavern (Toronto, ON)Huge thanks to Rise Carmine and Boris (Kasador) for joining us! Be sure to follow Rise Carmine's socials
2022-05-2411 minFlat Five podcast#23 AT 7/11 WITH TAYLOR SIMPSON & THE BLAZERSthank you Taylor. thanks to the blazers. y'all are real ones.FLAT FIVE FAM - you know what to do.
2022-05-0311 minFlat Five podcast#22 Daniel DeRosaThanks to Daniel for coming on the show and being such a great guest!Stay tuned for new episodes,Cheers Flat Five fam!
2022-04-292h 26Flat Five podcast#21 Pushing Daisies.Huge thanks to Dylan for being such a great guest!Be sure to check out his music and follow his social media.Till the next one folks!
2022-04-181h 40Flat Five podcast#20 WOLFELeo and Ian talk Wolfe's new single "It's Over" in the first episode of the new Flat Five studio.
2022-04-031h 52Flat Five podcast#19 Dusty @$$ Furniture and our new studio!!!The studio build is on it's way!! Thank you all for your patience on new episodes while we build our first home. More on the way :)
2022-03-2403 minFlat Five podcast#18 CHAOTIC EVILLeo, Landon, and Ian. Dashing, Devious, and Daring. Listen here for the most hectic episode on the podcast yet.
2022-03-071h 18Flat Five podcast#17 ChastityBrandon Williams (Chastity) sits down with Ian to discuss the best spread on a piece of bread, working with musical heroes, and to talk about Chastity's latest release "Suffer Summer".
2022-02-261h 06Flat Five podcast#16 Carter BrysonHappy Monday everyoneIt's family day. So really, it's actually Sunday.If you had to work today, we're sorry to hear.If you chose to work today - get that bread GToday's episode is a chill chat between Ian, Leo, Landon, and our guest Carter Bryson. Huge thanks to Carter for coming on the show!As always, be sure to like, subscribe, follow our socials, and comment who you want to see next on the podcast!Enjoy your week everyone :)
2022-02-221h 00Flat Five podcast#15 Tim Baltes and Mark Swan - "Drummers Talkin' Drums"Today we have Tim and Mark discussing drums, their music career, their community, and hamburgers on hi-hats.
2022-02-131h 05Flat Five podcast#14 Photographers & Musicians with Alessandro Montelli, Daniel Dorta, Leonardo MonteroWelcome back to the podcast! Today's first episode features Daniel, Leo, Alessandro, and myself. Discussing the relationship between photographers and musicians, both live and in studio. As well, a discussion about everyone's individual story to becoming the creative they are today.
2022-01-301h 40Flat Five podcast#13 RANTING about "End of Me" by Billy Talenthear me RANT about everything surrounding the new song release from Billy Talent; titled "End of Me". Positive things to say of course, as I genuinely love this band. But, the complaints around this song is what I'm complaining about. Be sure to head over to YouTube for video versions of the Flat Five podcast!Live Laugh, Love, and all that Facebook mom stuff. Enjoy music!IanFlat Five podcast
2021-09-1626 minFlat Five podcast#12 Tim BaltesHuge thanks to Tim for coming on the show and being such a great guest!Tim and I discuss music consumerism and the future of the industry. As well, Tim shares some great backstage stories. (This whole episode is one big fan boy moment, no big deal.)Enjoy!- Ian
2021-08-311h 39Flat Five podcast#11 "O Father.." - Evan Alexander MooreWith the new release of the song "O Father..", Evan Alexander Moore gives insight to the creation, structure, and multitude of layers in his song with Ian. This episode also features clips of the song embedded in the conversation.Enjoy!
2021-08-271h 28Flat Five podcast#10 "10 Songs in 10 Minutes (but it's actually 31 minutes and 26 seconds)"IM BACK - sorry I was gone. But it's gonna be better this time. Love ya as always, Ian.
2021-08-1831 minFlat Five podcast#9 Bridge and WolakIan meets with Michael Bridge and Kornel Wolak to discuss their mentorship program, the emotional journey of live performance, mental health with artists, and how they came to be as a duo. Bridge & Wolak articulate ideas so eloquently, Ian's vocabulary elevated at the end of the conversation.
2021-06-111h 04Flat Five podcast#8 Evan Alexander MoorePromoting his new song "Emma Says", Evan Alexander Moore chats with Ian for the first time!The two discuss Evan's his musical style, unconventional influences, and the art of sampling music. Big shoutout to our good friend Leo Montero for making the connection!
2021-05-2952 minFlat Five podcast(1/3)Mike Licandro with Ian form Flat Five - #7Mike and Ian discuss their come up in music, performances in concerts, and the Vans Warped Tour. - Remember, there are 2 episodes left!
2021-05-1121 minFlat Five podcast(2/3) Mike Licandro with Ian from Flat Five - #6What does it mean to be a musician? What does it mean to be an individual?Listen in to hear Mike and Ian talk abut life, careers, education, and finding your purpose in life.P.S in this conversation we discuss a few bands and I say "Pineapple Thief". But, I meant Porcupine Tree! I mashed Porcupine Tree and Big Thief. oof. - Ian
2021-05-1138 minFlat Five podcast(3/3) - Mike Licandro with Ian from Flat Five - #5Discussing music practice, the latest in Pop and trap music, our craziest live performance experiences, and Mike's music store - "Musician's Haven". Thanks for listening to the podcast!
2021-05-1137 minFlat Five podcast#4 "10 songs, 10 minutes"Here is a new breed of Flat Five episodes! On this one, we're going to take a look at 10 important and recent releases in music today. 10 songs, 10 minutes.
2021-05-0810 minFlat Five podcast#3 Gravity - Brent Faiyaz, Tyler, the Creator, DJ DahiOn this episode, take a journey with me to discuss a great modern pop song; Gravity.
2021-05-0809 minFlat Five podcast#2 two reverse by Adrianne LenkerOff of the album "songs" (Oct. 2020), Adrianne has really made an impact to the ears.Listen in for my two cents, here on the Flat Five podcast
2021-05-0805 minFlat Five podcastWelcome to the Flat Five podcastWhat is the flat five podcast? Listen in, hear the details.
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