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The Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderUnreconciledIn today's episode, I talk about Jesse Wente's memoir Unreconciled: Family, Truth, and Indigenous Resistance (Goodreads, Storygraph). Content warning: some discussion of racism. Music in this episode: "8" by Kahwe, from Library Beats (CC BY 3.0) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/stephen_g Mastodon: https://mstdn.ca/@srgower Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/srgower.bsky.social Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2474979-stephen-gower The Storygraph: https://thestorygraph.com/profile/srgower Support The Slow Reader by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/slow-reader
2023-10-1315 minThe Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderEpilepticIn today's episode, I review the graphic novel omnibus "Epileptic" by David B (Goodreads, Storygraph). Music in this episode: "10" by Kahwe, from Library Beats (CC BY 3.0) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/stephen_g Mastodon: https://mstdn.ca/@srgower Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/srgower.bsky.social Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2474979-stephen-gower The Storygraph: https://thestorygraph.com/profile/srgower Support The Slow Reader by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/slow-reader Find out more at https://slow-reader...
2023-09-2910 minThe Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderThe Big Bang TheoryBack for the Fall! I read and reviewed The Big Bang Theory: An Oral History by author Jessica Radloff. I enjoyed this book and gave it 4 stars. Listen to hear more! Visit the blog for more shows: https://slowreader.art.blog Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/stephen_g Mastodon: https://mstdn.ca/@srgower Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/srgower.bsky.social Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2474979-stephen-gower The Storygraph: https://thestorygraph.com/profile/srgower Support The Slow Reader by contributing to their tip...
2023-09-1516 minThe Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderRed Team BluesIn this episode, I review Cory Doctorow's latest novel Red Team Blues, Kliph Nesteroff's We Had A Little Real Estate Problem, and some comments on my current read, Isaac Asimov's Asimov's Mysteries. Music in this episode is A Night on the Town by Stefan Kartenberg - CC-BY-NC-ND. Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/stephen_g Mastodon: https://mstdn.ca/@srgower Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2474979-stephen-gower The Storygraph: https://thestorygraph.com/profile/srgower Support The Slow Reader by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar...
2023-05-1217 minThe Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderThe Caves of SteelFor this episode I read "The Caves of Steel" by Isaac Asimov. "Caves" is a murder mystery sci-fi story, though the mystery aspect is second fiddle to the science fiction background. This was a fun book to read and I am glad Josh Wetenkamp (https://twitter.com/wetjosh, https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/science-fiction-shorts/id1466031504) recommended this to me last year. Cory Doctorow's article about "time tax": https://pluralistic.net/2023/02/10/my-time/#like-water-down-the-drain Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/stephen_g Mastodon: https://mstdn.ca/@srgower Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2474979...
2023-03-1730 minThe Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderThe Spare ManWelcome to 2023! In this episode I do a quick wrap of 2022 and declare my favourite book from last year, and review 4 books - including The Spare Man, by Mary Robinette Kowal. Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/stephen_g Mastodon: https://mstdn.ca/@srgower Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2474979-stephen-gower Support The Slow Reader by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/slow-reader Find out more at https://slow-reader.pinecast.co
2023-02-0325 minThe Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderDracula & Other BooksIn today's episode I cover 5 books (4 rated, one I did not finish) starting with the most recent finished book, Bram Stoker's Dracula. This crop of books turned out to be very good. Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/stephen_g Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2474979-stephen-gower Support The Slow Reader by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/slow-reader Find out more at https://slow-reader.pinecast.co
2022-11-0816 minThe Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderThe Last OdysseyIn today's episode, I present a review of James Rollins' 2020 novel The Last Odyssey. I have read many other books in the last 6 months but I have a lot of notes to gather before I can podcast about them. Listen on for my thoughts and review of The Last Odyssey. Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/stephen_g Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2474979-stephen-gower Support The Slow Reader by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/slow-reader Find out more at https://slow-reader.pinecast.co
2022-08-3020 minHunting Day with Stephen Robbins
Hunting Day with Stephen RobbinsHunting Stories with Seth Gower (Part 2)In this episode, Stephen continues to talk hunting with Seth Gower.  Stephen talks with Seth turkey hunting, but also talks about other hunting experiences.You can follow Stephen on Facebook by searching for stephenrobbinshd or on Instagram at StephenHuntDay.You can also email Stephen at stephen.huntingday@gmail.com or info.huntingday@gmail.com.And until next time, keep hunting and doing what God calls you to do.
2022-06-0613 minHunting Day with Stephen Robbins
Hunting Day with Stephen RobbinsHunting Stories with Seth Gower (Part 1)In this episode, Stephen talks hunting with Seth Gower..  Stephen talks with Seth about his background with hunting, especially turkeys.You can follow Stephen on Facebook by searching for stephenrobbinshd or on Instagram at StephenHuntDay.You can also email Stephen at stephen.huntingday@gmail.com or info.huntingday@gmail.com.Join us next week as Stephen continues with more stories with Seth.And until next time, keep hunting and doing what God calls you to do.
2022-05-3016 minThe Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderFlow My Tears, the Policeman SaidIn this episode, I review Flow My Tears, the Policeman Said by Philip K. Dick - but I'm joined by special guest Josh Wetenkamp! Josh and I picked this book to review late last year, and we finally got together to read it & pick it a part. Great discussion ensued. You can find Josh's podcast on all major platforms, including Apple Podcasts: Science Fiction Shorts. Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/stephen_g Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2474979-stephen-gower Support The Slow Reader by contributing to their tip jar: https...
2022-02-181h 00The Slow Reader
The Slow Reader2022 PreviewWelcome to the 2022 Preview! Not much in the way of reviews today, but instead I outline my plan for the upcoming year in books for me. Although, I do have ONE review at the end of the show for the Star Trek: The Next Generation tie-in novel, Hearts & Minds by Dayton Ward. Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/stephen_g Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2474979-stephen-gower Support The Slow Reader by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/slow-reader Find out more at https://slow-reader.pinecast.co
2022-01-1109 minThe Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderYear End - 2021It's the end of 2021! That means it's time to finish up with the last couple of stories that I read. In this episode, a review of Darktown by Thomas Mullen, A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, and a reading of 2 B R 0 2 B by Kurt Vonnegut, Jr. "Teleporter" sound effect courtesy of Freesound.org - https://freesound.org/people/blendcache/sounds/379993/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/stephen_g Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2474979-stephen-gower Blog: https://www.noformatblog.ca Support The Slow Reader by contributing to their...
2021-12-2032 minThe Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderThe Only Good IndiansThe Only Good Indians In this episode I talk about the books I've read since the last episode, when Patrick from the Consume Us podcast joined me to talk about a book we tried to finish by a set deadline (check out Episode 22 for the titles). I also have a more in-depth review of The Only Good Indians by Stephen Graham Jones. Links to author interviews on Jays From Home: Andrew Forbes Jason Love Books mentioned in this episode: The Utility of Boredom by Andrew Forbes Slices of Americana by Jason Love ...
2021-11-1016 minThe Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderThe Finish Line - with Patrick from the Consume Us PodcastIn today's episode I am joined by special guest Patrick from the Consume Us podcast. We both read a book we've been pushing to get through and talk about them. Patrick read Folk Horror: Hours Dreadful and Things Strange by Adam Scovell. I read The Lost World by Michael Crichton. We also mentioned a few other books: The Only Good Indians by Stephen Graham Jones Green Grass, Running Water by Thomas King Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/stephen_g Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2474979-stephen-gower ...
2021-08-2749 minThe Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderThe Slow Reader at the MoviesEpisode Description In today's Slow Reader episode, it's not about books - it's a bonus episode about movies! I recently watched The Rock, Dr. No, and From Russia With Love. You can view my Letterboxd profile if you want to see more of my movie reviews - there aren't many. Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/stephen_g Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2474979-stephen-gower Blog: https://www.noformatblog.ca Support The Slow Reader by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/slow-reader
2021-07-1507 minThe Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderSix ReviewsShow Notes Back again for another episode! This one is massive (relatively speaking), covering off six recently-read books: Murders & Mysteries in the Manitoulin District (3 stars) by Willis John McQuarrie Ted's Dead Head (1 star) by Paul Grover The Stars Now Unclaimed (unfinished) by Drew Williams Winning Ugly (4 stars) by Todd Radom A Boy and His Dog at the End of the World (4 stars) by C.A. Fletcher 21 Things You May Not Know About the Indian Act (5 stars) by Bob Joseph Currently Reading: The Utility of Boredom by Andrew Forbes Jays From Home Podcast
2021-07-0716 minThe Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderGladiator-At-Law and Louis RielFirst official episode of 2021; in this episode I talk about books that I read so far this year, including reviews for Gladiator-At-Law (Frederick Pohl & C.M. Kornbluth) and Louis Riel (Chester Brown). No plans for upcoming books just yet! Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/stephen_g Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2474979-stephen-gower Support The Slow Reader by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/slow-reader Find out more at https://slow-reader.pinecast.co
2021-03-0907 minThe Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderNew Year New BooksNew year, new books! A quick episode to take a short look at the year that was (2020) and what I'm looking ahead to the year that is (2021). Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/stephen_g Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2474979-stephen-gower Support The Slow Reader by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/slow-reader Find out more at https://slow-reader.pinecast.co
2021-01-1803 minThe Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderHeroin Diaries and Paper TownsIn this episode I review The Heroin Diaries and Paper Towns. I also talk about starting to re-read Harry Potter & The Prisoner of Azkaban and Ready Player One (in advance of November 24 when Ready Player Two is released). I highly recommend following along with the podcast 372 Pages We'll Never Get Back for both Ready Player One and Ready Player Two. Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/stephen_g Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2474979-stephen-gower Support The Slow Reader by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/slow-reader
2020-11-0710 minThe Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderThe Ever-Growing PileIn The Ever-Growing Pile, I talk about the problem I have with my "to-read" shelf and how it keeps growing. I also review Red Rising by Pierce Brown and The Magicians by Lev Grossman. Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/stephen_g Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2474979-stephen-gower Alternative Airwaves: https://www.alternativeairwaves.com 21 to Go: https://21-to-go.pinecast.co Support The Slow Reader by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/slow-reader Find out more at https://slow-reader.pinecast.co
2020-10-2208 minThe Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderJurassic Park ReviewWelcome back to The Slow Reader! Quite an update this time around. New this episode are some time markers if you want to jump around and listen to specific parts. No intro music this time - didn't have anything I felt fit the episode. 00:42 - What have I read since March 31? 03:55 - What am I currently reading? 05:03 - Jurassic Park Review 07:08 - What's Next? 08:07 - Wrap-Up Books mentioned in the podcast: George Lucas Life Magazine Bio Spock, Messiah! One Good Reason: A Memoir of Addiction and Recovery, Music and Love Magic Time For Your...
2020-08-0408 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative AirwavesKeep GoingTwo months later, I'm back with a podcast full of heavy guitar riffs with some lighter stuff mixed in for good measure. I had a fun time putting this episode together and I hope you enjoy it. Here's the track listing (with links to the tracks or artists). Dr. Groove Gang - RememberCarter Vail - Tigers on TrainsKinematic - Don't Go Out TonightGarmisch - Truth IsLilly Wolf - LoveBIT - Hello WorldThe Spin Wires - Secret BeersMaenoba - IncipienteLiving Camboya - HomeDaily Khaos delivery - GoliathThe Devil Music Co. - Head Over HeelsLofiuser - Radiant JaguarSpeed...
2020-06-0955 minThe Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderCatching UpCatching up on several books that I've read in the last two months, in addition to covering off what I'm reading now and what I'll be reading in the future. Stay safe, stay healthy! Music: Rebels With a Cause by Renae For more Creative Commons Tracks, visit https://www.alternativeairwaves.com or https://www.jamendo.com. Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/stephen_g Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2474979-stephen-gower Blog: https://www.noformatblog.ca Support The Slow Reader by contributing to their tip jar: https...
2020-03-3110 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative AirwavesBack at itWelcome back to another full edition of Alternative Airwaves! This episode is more songs than talking, but I got struck by inspiration late last week and slapped something together. I was missing some pieces of my usual setup, so it's a bit bare-bones - but it's still got great music! Twitter | Facebook | Email: altairwaves AT gmail DOT com Playlist Loyalty Freak Music - Ghost Surf Rock) West Coast Weekend - Heart Attack Starmob - Stars and Snakes Axl & Arth - Triumphant Seth Power - Get Up Lewis - Coffee at Midnight(Acoustic) All My...
2020-03-0951 minThe Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderThe MVP MachineMy review of The MVP Machine, a book that covers the latest evolution of player development in Major League Baseball; the book is written by Travis Sawchik and Ben Lindburgh. Podcasts mentioned in the episode: Pr0ductive Outs At The Letters - Sportsnet Birds All Day - The Athletic Birds All Day - Free Version Music used in this episode: "Baseball" by Guglielmo Brunelli - Jamendo "Troll Baseball" by Fanny Roger - Jamendo Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/stephen_g
2020-01-2312 minThe Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderWarlightMichael Ondaatje's 2018 novel Warlight is the subject of this episode of The Slow Reader. It's a difficult novel to read, but is well worth the effort. Music in this episode is Labile Polvere by Mattia Vlad Morleo, from https://www.jamendo.com. The full review text will be online at https://www.noformatblog.ca in a few days. Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/stephen_g Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2474979-stephen-gower Support The Slow Reader by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/slow-reader
2019-12-0313 minThe Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderHeads!Enter the thrilling medical world of Heads! This 1985 book by David Osborn is...not great. Have a listen for my thoughts on the book (and be warned, there are spoilers in this episode!) The full review in text form will be posted later this week on www.noformatblog.ca. Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/stephen_g Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2474979-stephen-gower Support The Slow Reader by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/slow-reader
2019-11-0419 minThe Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderSaturday Night Ghost Club chapters 4-7The wrap-up episode for The Saturday Night Ghost Club! A bit of a tweak in the format, without any specific summaries of the book. I answer some questions that I asked last episode, and set up the next book! Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/stephen_g Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2474979-stephen-gower Blog: https://www.noformatblog.ca Support The Slow Reader by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/slow-reader
2019-09-0206 minThe Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderThe Saturday Night Ghost Club - chapters 1-4I'm very excited to start a new book! This wasn't entirely intended (influenced only by when I received the book from the library), but The Saturday Night Ghost Club (by Craig Davidson) starts today with episodes 1-4, right when most other people are watching Stranger Things 3 (I've only seen the first season + the first episode of season 2 so far). This is a spooky book, and really good so far. So dive in with me! The theme music in today's episode is titled "Hor Hor" by composer Alexander Nakarada, and is available under a public domain license.
2019-07-2511 minThe Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderMurder and Suicide, RespectivelyThis bonus episode contains a full read of "Murder and Suicide, Respecively" by Ryan North, a story from the first Machine of Death short story collection! Buy the book from Amazon if you haven't ever read it before. Get in touch with me on Twitter to discuss theories about this story! Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/stephen_g Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2474979-stephen-gower Blog: https://www.noformatblog.ca Support The Slow Reader by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/slow-reader
2019-07-1109 minThe Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderGone - Chapters 39-FinalThis is it! The final episode for Gone, a novel by Michael Grant. We get some answers and everything wraps up (mostly) with only a handful of open threads for future books. Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/stephen_g Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2474979-stephen-gower Blog: https://www.noformatblog.ca Support The Slow Reader by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/slow-reader
2019-06-2712 minThe Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderGone - CH 32-39Plenty of new information revealed in these chapters, including the cause of The Fayz! Or part of the cause. This is the penultimate episode for Gone coverage, with chapters 39 - Final coming in 2 weeks' time. Read 'All Our Relations' by Tanya Talaga - it's a really important book that I think everyone needs to read. Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/stephen_g Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2474979-stephen-gower Blog: https://www.noformatblog.ca Support The Slow Reader by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com...
2019-06-1309 minThe Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderGone, CH 20-32After a lengthy delay, a 12-chapter update for Gone, chapters 20-32. Things are really heating up, and if this were a movie we'd be pretty close to the third act by now. There are going to be two more episodes for Gone, before moving on to the next book. Enjoy! Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/stephen_g Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2474979-stephen-gower Blog: https://www.noformatblog.ca Support The Slow Reader by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/slow-reader
2019-06-0108 minThe Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderGone - Chapters 13-19I doubled my reading output and read 6 chapters over 2 weeks. Covering off chapters 13 through 19 in this episode, things have escalated very quickly in Perdido Beach. Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/stephen_g Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2474979-stephen-gower Blog: https://www.noformatblog.ca Support The Slow Reader by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/slow-reader
2019-05-0209 minThe Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderGone, Chapters 10-12Returning to Gone (Michael Grant) this week with chapters 10-12. There's a lot of new information learned in these 3 chapters. Also, this is really a slow-read. Also in this episode: re-reading Dune alongside the Dune Subreddit. Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/stephen_g Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2474979-stephen-gower Blog: https://www.noformatblog.ca Support The Slow Reader by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/slow-reader
2019-04-1809 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative AirwavesWeekly Airwave - My Sweet & Sour Room - IcicleScript Hi and welcome to Alternative Airwaves - I'm your host Steve, bringing you the best in Creative Commons music. This is the Weekly Airwave: one track with some information about the song or the artist. This week's track: My Sweet and Sour Room by Icicle. This is an instrumental track by Montreal artist Icicle; I found this by looking at similar artists to Lower Loveday from last week's episode. I don't normally pick out instrumental tracks, but I really liked the beat and instrument choice in this song. Icicle is actually Krassy Halatchev, and...
2019-04-1205 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative AirwavesWeekly Airwave - You Could've Been My Queen - Lower LovedayScript Hi and welcome to Alternative Airwaves - I'm your host Steve, bringing you the best in Creative Commons music. This is the Weekly Airwave: one track with some information about the song or the artist. This week's track: You Could've Been My Queen by Lower Loveday. This great indie track brought me back to the early 2000's indie scene with great British bands like Arctic Monkeys, or The Fratellis. Lower Loveday is indeed a British group, and got their start in a school talent show. They've been all around the UK and the world, and are...
2019-04-0504 minThe Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderGone - Chapters 1-9This episode starts off my coverage of Gone by Michael Grant. I read chapters 1-9 (17% of the book). Pick up your copy of Gone from the Library or at Amazon. Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/stephen_g Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2474979-stephen-gower Blog: https://www.noformatblog.ca Support The Slow Reader by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/slow-reader
2019-04-0410 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative AirwavesWeekly Airwave - Problems - The DLXScript Hi and welcome to Alternative Airwaves - I'm your host Steve, bringing you the best in Creative Commons music. This is the Weekly Airwave: one track with some information about the song or the artist. This week's track: Problems by The DLX. Problems is an R&B-leaning pop track from American artist The DLX, based in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. No albums on Jamendo, but there are three singles you can check out. I liked this one for its simple beat and lyrics. Find out more about The DLX at the dlx dot net. Be sure...
2019-03-2904 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative AirwavesWeekly Airwave - Wild - The RabbitsScript Hi and welcome to Alternative Airwaves - I'm your host Steve, bringing you the best in Creative Commons music. This is the Weekly Airwave: one track with some information about the song or the artist. This week's track: Wild by The Rabbits. Wild is a quiet folk track from "Tall Pines and Tangled Vines", a 2018 debut LP by The Rabbits. The Rabbits hail from the UK, but are listed as Canadian on Jamendo - probably because they recorded their record at Orchid Studios in Vancouver, B-C - and they are also touring around Canada. Apparently they're...
2019-03-2205 minThe Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderErebosBook two of The Slow Reader: Erebos, written by Ursula Poznanski and translated by Judith Pattinson. "It's a game. It watches you." Intriguing tag line that lead to another fun, quick read from the library. Also discussed the podcast "Wild Thing", which you can find at https://www.foxtopus.ink/wildthing Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/stephen_g Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2474979-stephen-gower Blog: https://www.noformatblog.ca Support The Slow Reader by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/slow-reader
2019-03-2107 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative AirwavesDime and Sea LilliesWelcome back to another full length episode! This time around there are two listener submissions, plus many cool tracks recently featured on Jamendo.com. Full playlist is below! The Halt - Kind of Right Pure Mids - Don't Quit Banana Cream - We'll Shine DIME - White T-Shirt (Bandcamp) Kinematic - Let's Go Out Tonight Plants - Misery Business Sadme - Mourning Day Final Round - Angel of Darkness Sea Lillies - Materials (Bandcamp) Above Envy - Steady as the Rain The Spin Wires - Girls Like You Support Alternative Airwaves by donating to their Tip Jar...
2019-03-1540 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative AirwavesWeekly Airwave - Don't Wait - The HaltScript Hi and welcome to Alternative Airwaves - I'm your host Steve, bringing you the best in Creative Commons music. This is the Weekly Airwave: one track with some information about the song or the artist. This week's track: Don't Wait by The Halt. What do you know - another track out of the US. This time, The Halt: a rock group that formed in 2017 featuring Neil Matharoo (from the band Soundstatues) and Andrew Schwartz, both from Brooklyn. They don't have any albums on Jamendo, but they do have four singles at the time of recording. Don't...
2019-03-0804 minThe Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderThrawn: AlliancesThe first book covered for The Slow Reader: Thrawn: Alliances by Timothy Zahn. In this episode I talk briefly about the sequel to Zahn's 2017 novel, and talk a tiny bit also about Star Trek: Discovery. This is a short episode, but hopefully future episodes will be a little bit more in depth and a little bit longer. This book has been read in full, so as to get a head start. Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/stephen_g Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2474979-stephen-gower Blog: https://www.noformatblog.ca
2019-03-0707 minThe Slow Reader
The Slow ReaderTrailerWelcome to the Slow Reader, a podcast about books. I'm Stephen Gower (host of Alternative Airwaves & co-host of Futurama Pedia), and this is just about books that I'm reading. There will be light spoilers, so consider this a warning now! This trailer episode introduces you to the concept of the podcast. Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/stephen_g Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2474979-stephen-gower Blog: https://www.noformatblog.ca Support The Slow Reader by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/slow-reader
2019-03-0601 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative AirwavesWeekly Airwave - All I Need Is You - SemmuelScript Hi and welcome to Alternative Airwaves - I'm your host Steve, bringing you the best in Creative Commons music. This is the Weekly Airwave: one track with some information about the song or the artist. This week's track: All I need is You by Semmuel. This track features some dark synth sounds and I think fits right alongside today's Top 40 songs. Semmuel is a hip hop / R&B artist based out of the U-S. From Jamendo: his music career began in 2017 when he signed with Graphic Entertainment Music, and eventually released a solo song "Athena" in...
2019-03-0104 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative AirwavesWeekly Airwave - Boomerang - HoneyChromeScript Hi and welcome to Alternative Airwaves - I'm your host Steve, bringing you the best in Creative Commons music. This is the Weekly Airwave: one track with some information about the song or the artist. This week's track: Boomerang by HoneyChrome. Boomerang is a great pop track, released in 2018 by an American artist, based on Brooklyn N-Y-C. I find it really reminiscent of early 2000's pop, with a bit of eighties flair mixed in. It's a fun, short track and well worth following to see what he comes out with for 2019! Be sure to...
2019-02-2203 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative AirwavesWeekly Airwave - Games - Tony PetersenScript Hi and welcome to Alternative Airwaves - I'm your host Steve, bringing you the best in Creative Commons music. This is the Weekly Airwave: one track with some information about the song or the artist. This week's track: Games by Tony Petersen. This is a light folk track, from the album A Soft Place to Land (2018). Petersen is an American artist, playing guitar from age 15 and has performed across America since high school. This is a solo track but is a member of a band called The Social Animals. Enjoy Games from Tony Petersen...
2019-02-1504 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative AirwavesWeekly Airwave - Undercover - Neon NiteclubScript Hi and welcome to Alternative Airwaves - I'm your host Steve, bringing you the best in Creative Commons music. This is the Weekly Airwave: one track with some information about the song or the artist. This week's track: Undercover by Neon Niteclub. This group reminds me a ton of Canada's own Chromeo. Neon Niteclub is from the US, and describe themselves as "80s pop with a modern twist". Undercover comes from the 2018 album Blue Electric Eyes (be sure to check out that track as well). You can find their music on jamendo dot com or neon...
2019-02-0804 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative AirwavesWeekly Airwave - By Your Side - Cartel ft. Mallz & Deron AlekScript Hi and welcome to Alternative Airwaves - I'm your host Steve, bringing you the best in Creative Commons music. This is the Weekly Airwave: one track with some information about the song or the artist. This week's track: By Your Side by Cartel ft. Mallz & Deron Alek. By Your Side is an exclusive track on Jamendo.com, another hip hop track just as good if not better than last week's track from Tab. The description of the track: The problem of being "friends with benefits" is that eventually, someone catches feelings and wants to...
2019-02-0103 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative AirwavesWeekly Airwave - Times - Tabhttps://www.jamendo.com/track/1597509/times Script Hi and welcome to Alternative Airwaves - I'm your host Steve, bringing you the best in Creative Commons music. This is the Weekly Airwave: one track with some information about the song or the artist. This week's track: Times by Tab. Tab is a hip hop artist based in the US. He first started producing music at the age of 5, playing the drums. Fast forward to 2018 - he is in an underground group called Dead Poet Society. His latest solo album is A R T I S T...
2019-01-2505 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative AirwavesWeekly Airwave - Astronauts - Parkerhttps://www.jamendo.com/artist/512352/parker Script Hi and welcome to Alternative Airwaves - I'm your host Steve, bringing you the best in Creative Commons music. This is the Weekly Airwave: one track with some information about the song or the artist. This week's track: Astronauts by Parker. Here's a description of the artist and the track from Jamendo.com: Parker is a band from Miami, Florida, comprising of Reed F. Gaines and Carter Vail. The pair met at the Frost School of Music in 2015 and began making music later that year. Parker released their...
2019-01-1803 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative AirwavesWeekly Airwaves - Jan 18 2019 TeaserA brief bit of audio to tease an upcoming 12-week (minimally) series - the return of the Weekly Airwave!
2019-01-1800 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative AirwavesContemplationAfter an 8 month hiatus, Alternative Airwaves is back with some primarily folk music and a neat half cover song at the end. Playlist available at Jamendo.com. Jamendo Playlist Support Alternative Airwaves by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/alternative-airwaves
2018-10-191h 03Alternative Airwaves
Alternative AirwavesJamendo's Best of December 2017 PlaylistNew episode to start your day. The tracks in this episode are almost exclusively from Jamendo's Best of December 2017 Playlist. Recorded a bit differently this time - you'll have to use the playlist below to follow along as the songs and artists aren't introduced in the traditional way. Enjoy! Color Out – Go On Becays – Stay Awake Techtonical Illuminations – Lovers Tragedy Omonoko – Empty Streets Mindfull – Straight Chillin’ (Produced by Jeo7) Wordsmith – A Wonderful Day Townhouse Woods – Smilin Instead Danzberg-Music – I Should Try Caroline – The Game Sweet O’Sweet – Rien ne se perd Livki – Dark Blonde Rises Podcasts mentioned in the episode: * Almost...
2018-01-3045 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#110 - Battle For The NetThis is a short episode today - one that comes to you on "Break The Internet Day". There's only one song in the show - the rest is me talking very briefly about protecting Net Neutrality. As a Canadian I don't have a direct voice in this fight, but if you're in the US, you might! Instead of listening to me talk about it, there are a couple of podcasts on the issue that say it much better. Almost Educational - Episode 147 - "FCC Me" Plus Two Comedy - "Break the Internet and...
2017-12-1204 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#109 - New Tracks + Gord DownieBrand new episode! Featuring many Canadians, a few new tracks, and I forgot what episode I was recording. It's definitely 109. The songs picked in today's show were picked somewhat with Tragically Hip music in mind, in honour of Gord Downie's passing Wednesday October 18th. Track list: 1. Plastic Light Factory - Robyn 2. The Ladies Of - Deep Possession 3. ot From Georgia - Highway 84 4. Plants - Luminance 5. Madelyniris - Never Look Back 6. Arrow & Olive - Whiskey Woman 7. Mercury and the Architects - The Wolf 8. Stunts - Tragically Hip Hop 9. Ralph Castelli - Good Morning 10. Lower Loveday - I'd Do...
2017-10-2047 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#108 - New Tracks and No More HiatusA new episode filled with fantastic new tracks! From email-submitted tracks to some curated from Jamendo, there is a lot to be happy about in this episode. Download and enjoy!Track Listing:Deer Stone - Bright LightsRubber Clown Car - Assault & FlatteryKinematic - PeyoteThe Shidiots - Black Shirts & RecordsKellee Maize - CrownLuck & Doc - Let's Go Brooklyn (Radio Edit)Johny Dar - Game OnLouis Lingg & The Bombs - Twitter RiotRoller Genoa - Build My Gallows HighDofhei Project - Kind of LightForget the Whale - Another Trick Up My SleeveFathom The Sea - Positive SpaceSam...
2017-08-1547 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#107 - Aaron Lewis & The Spin WiresAnother "different" set this month - country music!  Plus a deep dive of The Spin Wires' self-titled EP album.  All that and plenty more.Track ListSurfer Blood - Six Flags in F or GLorenzo's Music - Chocolate & CocaineAllie Farris - Love Won't Let You DownMega Gem - Advice From the RainThe Spin Wires - Used MeThe Spin Wires - No One's Keeping ScoreThe Spin Wires - Should I Dance or Should I DieAaron Lewis - That Ain't CountryBETP5 - Please Wait Awhile (Before You Break My Heart)InitiuM - Stay WildPachyderm - Never Knew Me At...
2017-06-061h 09Alternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#106 - Classical BendI decided to throw in some classical music in this episode - including a piece by Gershwin!  Everything comes from Jamendo and is a good range of genres.  Enjoy!The Artisans Beats - Wonderland HypeMichael Ellis - Beth Takes a PictureBobby, White and Brownz - Any Plans TonightMattia Vlad Morleo - PassandoOnClassical - Debussey - Deux ArabesquesOnClassical - Gershwin - Three PreludesProoner - Price of PleasureNeon Niteclub - UnforgettableCandids - Modern LifeBlack Holy Whiskey - WarThe June Tom Influence - No Country SongAvi Rosenfeld - Strange LoveAlso check out this collection of Gershwin pieces played by Gershwin himself!  I h...
2017-05-0954 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#105 - Spring MixA short episode today, and the first in a couple of months Due To Life.  But there are some great tracks here - including some new songs featured on blocSonic!  Check out the playlist below and enjoy!VITNE - Make BelieveNicolas Falcon - Reliable SourceMichael Ellis - SummerRogerThat - Beautiful Wonderful LifeTimezone LaFontaine - FoolsgoldLorenzo's Music - Bags of ColorBIT - Indian Head Test PatternDofhei Project - Kind of LightThe Moose - With YouBrain Purist - Curse the Day (Radio Edit)Square A Saw - Games (2nd Edit)Plastic Light Factory - Jakiteko
2017-04-2051 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#104 - Wingin' It 2017 EditionEvery now and then I like to just throw a podcast together without putting a ton of work into it.  I already had the playlist, but I decided I didn't want to do the research today.  So here you go!  A very eclectic mix of tracks, grouped in no particular order.  Hope you enjoy it!  If you like the podcast, consider supporting it by joining the Patreon campaign!Track ListDerwald - BerlinoNuns of the Tundra - Robot Love (Single Verison)Mickey Blue - Give Yourself Away (Produced by Benstar)Strangezero - Burnin StarBrady Harri...
2017-02-1151 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#103 - Songs You Missed in 2016Back to the "grind" - I've had a long time off from the podcast and work, but settling back into routine.  As per usual, this is the yearly look back at the tracks I overlooked from the previous year.  Some good stuff to be found!  Additional links below.  Also be sure to check out Brickabrack's album Irrelevant Thoughts on Band Camp!PlaylistAxl & Arth - BreatheGigatop - SpaceGolden Duck Orchestra - On SaleAniqatia - Like LeavesDorine Levy - AliceThe Kinky Fingers - Buzz & BeeRelict - ОдинBlack Ship Company - Pick Me UpA Cup of Bossas...
2017-01-1053 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#102 - Songs from the FrostWire Creative Commons Mix TapeThis month's episode featured songs shamelessly plucked from FrostWire's Creative Commons Mixtape.  What can I say?  I liked the songs they put onto the mixtape.  This year's edition is volume 5, only about 3 years late after volume 4.  Plus a few other tracks sprinkled in from Jamendo.  Enjoy!If you want to support the podcast with your wallet, head over to http://www.patreon.com/AlternativeAirwaves.  Thank you!Track ListingRusty Tea Makers - SummerChalk Dinosaur - Air Around UsJekK - Sorrow is GoneK.I.R.K. - Don’t GoNow Endeavor - I Know T...
2016-12-131h 07Alternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#101 - Sharon Jones Tribute + Leonard Cohen CoversWelcome to another episode of Alternative Airwaves!  In today's show, a sort-of tribute to Sharon Jones (who passed away November 18th 2016), and a couple of cover songs of Leonard Cohen's Hallelujah (he passed away November 7th 2016).  Also - I got the name of a song wrong during the show.  The track by Reole ft. Sophie Mendoza is actually titled "It's A New Day". If you want to support the podcast, please consider donating via the new Patreon page, found at http://www.patreon.com/alternativeairwaves.  Thank you for your support! Playlist
2016-11-291h 12Alternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#100 - One HundredI finally made it to the 100th episode!  I would have been there sooner, had I stuck with a bi-weekly schedule.  Nonetheless, we're finally here.  In this episode, I listened back to some old favourite tracks, and added some new favourites.  Also featured is a song from the Gospel Whiskey Runners!Links after the playlist.Brad Sucks - Making Me NervousI Am Not Lefthanded - Brace BraceGreat White Buffalo - Thanks For NothingToussaint Morrison - Baby I'm Bad WeatherWho Ha - KhakiThe National Orchestra of the United Kingdom of Goats - The Unyielding Summ...
2016-11-081h 08Alternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#99 - Scouring Jamendo PlaylistsSince joining the schedule over at www.undiscoveredrockradio.com, I decided I wanted to release an extra podcast.  That means one more til 100!  Let me know if you have any suggestions for that show, which should be in a couple of weeks. Playlist is below, as always!Zack Linton - Maybe I'm In LoveColor Out - Falling StarSteady Hussle - 22 HackettExplosive Ear Candy - My Favorite EscapeSkultastic - Money Knowledge (Remix) ft. L.I.F.E.T.I.M.E.Drunksouls - No More FightingHeifervescent - Between the Cradle And the GraveThe Verandas...
2016-10-2551 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#98 - Turn It Up or DownA new episode featuring mostly brand new songs!  Including one released just this week from blocsonic.com.  Check out the playlist below! Great Awakening - Death BedFinal Round - Carry OnModern Pitch - Boys, Girls, Toys & WordsSeastock - Modern Garage RockStolen Wheels - Full BusAnima - Past HeadacheIndytronics - Irony HuntersSam Garbett - The HeatSTEEP - It Could Be YouMaxwell Powers - Stereo / Video Support Alternative Airwaves by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/alternative-airwaves
2016-10-1243 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#97 - Best of July & August JamendoHappy September!  The August podcast is notoriously missing, so instead of 10 episodes - you get 13!  Some great tracks (and a really powerful monster of a song at the end) this episode, so download, share, and enjoy! Friday Playlist tagDJ Dzverbass - Little Sexy Dress and Funky SoundsEddie - You and MeHot Fiction - Start it OffGreat White Buffalo - I'm Growing FangsGolden Duck Orchestra - On SaleAmy McFollow - Bang You OutJaief & Asong (ft. Rebekka Salomea) - Get AwayFuturelight - Back To YouTamara Laurel - Come On, Come OnHeartskin - Dr...
2016-09-1354 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#96 - Netlabel Day 2016Today's episode features songs from Jamendo's Top 10 as well as hand-picked highlights from Netlabel Day 2016.  Playlist is below - enjoy! If you want to check out some good podcasts, try Make Dad Read Comics or Almost Educational! Support the podcast!  Use codeword AIRWAVE at http://www.geekngamergear.com for 10% off your order; get a free 30-day trial from Audible at www.audibletrial.com/airwaves; or get $2 your domain purchase from Hover.com. The League - The Soundtrack of our SummerMelanie Ungar - What Is LoveHeirs to the McQueen...
2016-07-1947 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#95 - [Repeat of #3] The Leftouts, Les Sans Dessein, General UnionThis is a repeat airing of a podcast that originally aired in June of 2009, episode 3.  The original post is here: http://www.alternativeairwaves.com/2009/06/3-leftouts-les-sans-dessein-general.htmlSupport the podcast!  Use codeword AIRWAVE at http://www.geekngamergear.com for 10% off your order; get a free 30-day trial from Audible at www.audibletrial.com/airwaves; or get $2 your domain purchase from Hover.com.I've copied the original playlist below. Playlist:1. Boxing Fox - Good Mood (4:02)2. The Leftouts - Trust (3:46)3. Cumbersome - Passing Lane (3:17)4. Nick Lupien - Hors La Lois...
2016-06-1451 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#94 - Michael Ireland, Kay Weathers, and Static MeansWelcome to another edition of Alternative Airwaves!  Some new tracks from blocSonic and a couple of external submissions.  Plenty of great stuff packed into ten tracks!  Download, enjoy, and share!Support the podcast!  Use codeword AIRWAVE at http://www.geekngamergear.com for 10% off your order; get a free 30-day trial from Audible at www.audibletrial.com/airwaves; or get $2 your domain purchase from Hover.com.Direct Download - zencast.fmPlaylistThe Freak Fandango Orchestra - Mundo CanibalBlack Ship Company - Outside of HistoryDaily Khaos delivery - Fugitive sensitiveG...
2016-05-1744 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#93 - Steady Hustle, Heifervescent, and Mercury & The ArchitectsA slightly late podcast due to a bad cold; I wish I had recorded my voice when I lost it for a day and a half. Quite the experience. Nevertheless, enjoy this new episode with new tracks from Steady Hustle, Heifervescent, and Mercury & The Architects. Support the podcast!  Use codeword AIRWAVE at http://www.geekngamergear.com for 10% off your order; get a free 30-day trial from Audible at www.audibletrial.com/airwaves; or get $2 your domain purchase from Hover.com.Roller Genoa - Safe and Warm in Hunter's Armswaterpistol - Th...
2016-04-1941 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#92 - Another Birthday, More CurlingThis year's birthday podcast includes a loose link between some of the songs, as well as a brand new track from Nick Tann.  Stay tuned also for a brief explanation of the Tim Horton's Brier, hosted this year by Ottawa, ON.  Support the podcast!  Use codeword AIRWAVE at http://www.geekngamergear.com for 10% off your order; get a free 30-day trial from Audible at www.audibletrial.com/airwaves; or get $2 your domain purchase from Hover.com.Direct download (via Zencast.fm) Playlist (and links!)No Hair on Head - Ju...
2016-03-2959 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#91 - Creative Commons Bowie TributeIn this episode, I've put together a creative commons tribute to David Bowie and found a pretty awesome cover track from Bengale.The podcast can be found here. Interested in starting your own website? Get your first domain from Hover.com! Visit http://hover.alternativeairwaves.com for $2 off!One of a Million - OutlawThe Sum Up - About YouWhalers - Paddle EasyGreat White Buffalo - Thanks For NothingMarina Carbone - Mellitus StreetThe Blend - Like I Said...
2016-02-091h 08Alternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#90 - Featuring The SplitThe first episode of 2016 features a song by local Ottawa band The Split, as well as other tracks featured on blocSonic's netBlocs 48 & 49. Rookin - Streets of OldAaron and Andrew - Chase The SunRobin Mitchell - alesBengale - JetaimemonamourlvieestbelleRoger Plexico - Demon's AlleyThe Willing - Last YearFuzziebar - PartyThe Split - Can't Stand ItSolar Estates - Wild WasteKirk Pearson and BIT - Breathe in the StaticBroken Ideas - ElbaCrayon Mortel - They Support Alternative Airwaves by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/alternative-airwaves
2016-01-0552 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#89 - Ugly American ft. Patrick from Make Dad Read Comics and Almost EducationalPatrick from Make Dad Read Comics (Blogspot/iTunes/Stitcher)and Almost Educational (iTunes/Stitcher/Podcast Garden) guest hosts this edition of Alternative Airwaves and brings his blend of comic books and history to the show.Direct Download (zencast.fm) | iTunes | Stitcher | RSSPlaylist:Cullah - Neurosis of the LiverFuse - No Matter How You See ItDred - PermissionMr. and Mrs. Smith - Matchin Set of BonesDevon Elizabeth - Nothing NewThe Bourgeois - Perverting the American DreamThe Meeps - Death Ray GunLilly Wolf - ViolenceGreat White Buffalo - DetroitToussaint Morrison - Darkside I...
2015-12-151h 00Alternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#88 - Netlabel Day & leMeowThis episode's unifying theme is Netlabel Day 2015.  Also Ottawa group leMeow allowed their track "Evening Blues" to be played on the podcast.Back with a post-Labour Day podcast!  This episode's unifying theme is Netlabel Day 2015 - I'm finally doing a wrap-up by playing some of my favourite songs that I downloaded back in July.  Also mentioned are several podcasts I highly recommend, and the highlight of the show - Ottawa group leMeow allowed their track "Evening Blues" to be played on the podcast!  Enjoy!  Track listing and links below.Direct MP3 Download | iTunes | Stitcher | RSSFacebook | ...
2015-09-1552 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#87.5 - Vacation'dHere's a quick podcast to tide you over!  I don't talk about very much - it's mostly about the music.I was able to push my way through the humidity and record a half episode today - no full episode for a while because SUMMER.  I've been busy between vacations and just being busy in general with summer time activities.  So here's a quick podcast to tide you over!  I don't talk about very much - it's mostly about the music.Don't forget to check out http://www.zencast.fm if you're interested in sta...
2015-07-2920 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#87 - Netlabel Day, Dragon Boats, and ChromecastThis episode is jam-packed with music, and information about the upcoming Netlabel Day, Dragon Boat racing, and other fun stuff.Welcome to another episode of Alternative Airwaves!  This episode is jam-packed with music, and fascinating information about the upcoming Netlabel Day, Dragon Boat racing, and other fun stuff.  Most of the tracks here have been recently released, and also features a brand new track from Emerald Park!  Have a listen, and don't forget to rate on iTunes/Stitcher/However you listen to the podcast :)Links:2015 Dragon Boat FestivalDragon Boat Wik...
2015-06-2855 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#86 - Another Baseball EpisodeInspired by another beautiful, sunny day and a 10th straight Blue Jays win (and a few hefeweizens), enjoy another episode full of great music and some baseball facts.  Unfortunately, there is still a general lack of songs about baseball in the Creative Commons world.  But there is no lack of awesome songs, and included among those are two cover songs!  Enjoy!Direct DownloadOther Noises - YoungSilly Snails - Black FlagToxic - Santa MonicaThe Wades - sunshine raysSimon van Gend - Ants On FireHeifervescent - Colder Than The Edge of SpaceKinematic - LouderArising - Suppressed Lov...
2015-06-131h 10Alternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#85 - Growing Old SucksIn today's episode of Alternative Airwaves, we get TWO brand new tracks - from I Am Not Lefthanded and the Urban Canals!  Plus plenty of other eclectic music that (mostly) fits together.  Ottawa Comic Con is discussed briefly, and I also complain about what may or may not be a cold or allergies.  Exciting stuff!Louis Lingg and the Bombs - No One's IllegalFloppy Dee - HomesickWelcome to Ashley - I Love Monday MorningsAsleep in the Park - LiesLawrence Beamen - Round and RoundSlim - HeathrowBrynn - ApartI Am Not Lefthanded - StatelineHello Citizen - The Brave Worms of t...
2015-05-081h 01Alternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#84 - Three Out of Four Ain't BadA short episode today, fueled by an Amsterdam Brewery 9% Imperial Stout and 3 out of 4 wins in Curling this week.  Featured songs include a recommendation from a fellow Redditor, an Ottawa band I just discovered this weekend, and a new tune from Great White Buffalo - all that music and some cool things the Free Music Archive is doing.  Tune in and enjoy! Great White Buffalo - DetroitThe Dunder Chiefs - Busker BluesThe Monsierus - Shadow/At The Hop/Dirty RattWagner - Ride of the ValkyriesGrieg - In The Hall of the Mountain KingadcBicycle- The Hi...
2015-03-1546 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#83 - There's Something WrongBack with a vengeance!  Enjoy this 60+ minute podcast in lieu of two 30-minute podcasts this month.  Some great tracks from the likes of Mr. & Mrs. Smith, David Rovics, and Brad Sucks - including new stuff from The Dada Weatherman.  Also some podcast recommendations, and CURLING!  All that and more in today's episode. Builders - Elliott Mr & Mrs Smith - Records On a Dirty Shelf Marcus Allen Banks - Rags to Riches Bellevue - Gates Captain Stu - Han Solo Shearer - Overstock David Rovics - Tunisia 2011 Boogie Belgique - Smile Tigerberry - In Your Eyes Norval & Alix...
2015-02-241h 10Alternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#82 - Mid-Winter Podcast Time for another (short) podcast!  Most the songs on this list are new releases, plus I have the latest official single from I Am Not Lefthanded.  I talk about Serial Podcast again, the 2015 NHL All-Star Game, and Project 52. Check out I Am Not Lefthanded’s video for Spark on their Patreon page. View my Project 52 Flickr page. Song List Fallen to Flux - From the Outside, Looking In Neon NiteClub - I Want You Builders - Paperback Bible Jens-Ulrik Kleemeyer - Maybe Some Time From Now The Dimes - Stars and the Moon Jeffrey Philip Nelson - Se...
2015-01-2533 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#81 - Best of 2014 Kicking off 2015 with a somewhat lazy look at 2014; most of these tracks were taken from Jamendo’s Best of 2014 playlist, with a few exceptions.  I’m going to try to keep up with the podcast on a more regular basis in 2015 as well.  In today’s episode I mostly talked about random things.  Apologies for some of the music hiccups!  My intention today was just to get a podcast released.  Stay tuned to the end of the episode & hear some podcast recommendations. Download from Archive.org Song List The Easton Ellises - Falcon 69 ProleteR - April Showers Chaz Robinson...
2015-01-0747 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#80 - Saturday Afternoon's OK for MusicIt's Saturday afternoon, and now's as good a time as any to release a podcast!  I had no central theme today - just thought I'd find some cool Creative Commons music and string together a show.  Still, I seem to have gravitated to a mostly Punk-themed selection but there should be a little bit for everyone (except maybe the hip hop crowd). Download from Archive.org Valery ft. The Greedies - “She-Wolf” (Re-edition 2014) The Freak Fandango Orchestra  - “Requiem For a Fish” Hot Fiction - “When Nothing Mattered” Ex-Hex - “Beast” The NUNCHAKS - “My Girlfriend is Catwoman” Crystal Castles...
2014-12-061h 07Alternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#79 - Everybody Wants to Rule The WorldHey everyone!  Sorry for the delay between shows.  Hopefully the AWESOME music I've included in today's podcast will more than make up for it.  Enjoy! Download from Archive.org STEEP - New Horizons Sunken Monkey - This Town's Too Big (For the Both of Us) Toussaint Morrison & Dr. Wylie - A 2nd Devil Traveling in Stereo - BarMade Miracles of Modern Science - Dear Pressure Lorenzo's Music - Low Lum - In Luv Gill Bondy - 12 Days frontRegen - arms Kellee Maize - In The Night (Game of Thrones Remix) The Impossebulls - The More Things Chang...
2014-11-071h 01Alternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#78 - The Road Trip SpecialNot to be confused with the CBC Radio 3 Podcast Road Trip special, I've done this a couple of times in homage (read: rip off) of my favourite Canadian music podcast.  While this podcast does not feature 100% Canadian music (in fact, I think it's 0% this week!), I talk about the Trans Canada Highway and some trivia related to it.  All music today comes from Jamendo.com - check it all out below. Listen via Stitcher, iTunes, or archive.org! Neon Bicycles - Hard Times The Freak Fandango Orchestra - We'll Save the World Quentin Hannappe - I Wanna Be ...
2014-07-1258 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#77 - EuroMusicIt's only been a few months...so time for another podcast, right?  A lot of European artists in this week episode as I take a look at some of the top Jamendo artists in the EuroMusic contest.  Links are below! Download from Archive.org | Listen on Stitcher | Subscribe via iTunes InShape - B.A.N.G. (Reversible, 2014) LessXmorE - In My Head (LessXmorE EP, 2014) major major - Blind (Major Major, 2008) MyNameIsJohn - I'm Still Alive (Hello! My Name is John!, 2008) Thoola - Heart Loss (Thoola, 2014) Paul Klason - Black Monalisa (Single, 2014) Emerald Park - Bergsgatan (Things EP, 2013) Kate...
2014-05-3155 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#76 - The Workout PodcastDrawing direct inspiration from CBC Radio 3's Sweatin' To the Indies, I present to you The Workout Podcast - Creative Commons version!  I think I've attempted this before, but this time around the music is a lot better and I did my best to edit the music together so that it flows.  Minimal interruption from the sound of my voice, wall-to-wall music...this podcast should help you when you need some high energy music during your work-out.  The full playlist is below - including download links where possible in case you want to check it out.  Thanks for listening!
2014-03-151h 23Alternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#75 - Quarter Quell Podcast ft. Kellee MaizeI made it to episode 75!  Joining me on today's podcast is special guest Mike Mersereau, who hosts the CKCU program Audio Sensory Resuscitation (currently on hiatus...will be back soon!).  Mike secured an interview with the one and only Kellee Maize!  Hopefully that doesn't ruin the surprise of the show for you.  Also in this podcast, the latest track from Kellee's new album, an awesome cover, and some funky technical issues in the first half.  Enjoy! Download from Archive.org | Listen on Stitcher | Subscribe via iTunes If you're spreading the word about the podcast (please do!), downloading via iTunes de...
2014-02-221h 05Alternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#74 - A Look Back at 2013Technically it's still January, so it's not TOO late for a look back at last year in music.  I specifically took music from Jamendo's Best of 2013 playlist, and FrostWire's Creative Commons Mixtape Vol. 4.  Some great music on both, plus a quick look ahead at the year to come.  Enjoy! Download from Archive.org | Listen on Stitcher | Subscribe via iTunes Playlist Circa Vitae - Wage War (June 2013, Lovers EP) Joe Farren - American Dream (August 2013, Open Skies) Quietly Concerned - All You Know (April 2013, Homeless) Great White Buffalo - Likely Story (May 2013, Great White Buffalo) Fall Walk Run...
2014-01-2556 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#73 - Between Fall and WinterWelcome to an another Autumn edition of Alternative Airwaves!  In today's episode, hear from artists such as Singleton, Sunwill, and La Nueva Guardia.  A good mix between folk, pop, and rock this time around - it should go well with your next workout at the gym.  Enjoy! Download from Archive.org | Listen on Stitcher | Subscribe via iTunes Pianochocolate - First Sense LM - The Better Way The Gray Havens - Silver Keith Morris & The Crooked Numbers - Snowday (Live) MOPI - Don't Stop Mindflow - Breakthrough Vanda - Gravity Sunwill - Queen For A Day Dan Bryk - Normal LiQuid Me...
2013-11-1756 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#72 - Music To Go Back in Time WithDon't forget to set your clocks back an hour this weekend!  That is, if you're currently in Daylight Savings Time. Some new tracks from Jamendo.com and Blocsonic this time around - lots of different tracks to enjoy.  Download via iTunes, Stitcher, or from archive.org!  Learn about some crab logos here: http://abduzeedo.com/logo-design-crabs The Easton Ellises - Ersatz Anny Sky - All Rights Reserved Zoe Leela - Come On Paul Klason - I Want Your Body Backnbloom - Heed the Flashes Tamara Laurel - I Want You Yury - DeLorean The Gray Havens - Let's Get M...
2013-11-021h 04Alternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#71 - Celebrating blocSonic's netBlocsI've finally recorded another podcast!  It took me a while to put together, because I was trying to cherry pick the best music from blocSonic's netBloc series, while at the same time making it all flow together.  Plus I've been quite busy (it's summer time!).  What you'll find in this podcast are songs selected from 44 different releases from blocsonic.com.  See you next episode! Download from Archive.org | Listen on iTunes! | Stream on Sticher Track Listing: BJ Block + Dawn Pemberton - Without a Doubt (netBloc 43) Shad + Skratch Bastid - Outta My Head (netBloc 44) Georgia - I Don't Want t...
2013-08-1755 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#70 - Summer's Here?Summer seems to have suddenly switched on!  At least, that's the case in Ottawa.  In today's slightly shorter episode, I've picked some "classic" songs and some newer songs, and also was completely unaware of the technical glitches at the start of the podcast.  No solid topics of conversation in the show, just lots of great music.  If you're an App developer, you have until June 9th to submit something to the Jamendo App Contest. To listen, download from Archive.org, iTunes, or Stitcher.  Please note I am aware of the technical issues downloading the podcast from iTunes; if you ha...
2013-06-0446 minAlternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#69 - First Podcast of SpringWelcome to the first podcast of Spring!  I'm talking about the real Spring weather, none of this snow storm business.  In today's podcast I talk about the newest contest over at Jamendo (closes June 9th), congratulate Rathole Radio on 100 episodes, and talk about some "Glee" connections I never knew about.  All that PLUS new Uniform Motion!  Well, stop reading and listen! Download from Archive.org! Track Listing Yacht - Utopia Twinmachine - 88MPH Juice Big City - One Two Three The Medics - Great Is My Fear Jelixa - What You Need to Know Heifervesce...
2013-04-271h 00Alternative Airwaves
Alternative Airwaves#16 - Never AgainI recorded episode 16 of the podcast last night, but only got around to uploading it this morning.  So, that's also why the blog post is late.  Anyway, the title thankfully does not refer to "I'm never again doing this podcast" but more so "I'm never again singing on the podcast" but you know what they say in An American Tale, never say never!Side note: I got to 50k this year in NaNoWriMo!  Read about it on my other blog, here.Running time is I think 27:40.  A bit short because one of the songs wouldn't play...
2010-12-0127 min