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Musical Connections with Zach Snow#145: Jing Xia on the making of "Interworlds", XIA-3, and future plans for 2026Coming down Connector's Corner this week is Jing Xia, a musician and ethnomusicologist! The four time MusicNL award nominee for 2025 talks about the making of the latest record from her group called "Interworlds", how the group got together and the recent change of members. Plus, Jing lets us know about a new album she is working on to be released in 2026!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (November 2-8, 2025)Song: Bussdown (feat DatLankyMan)Artist: AleBenAlbum: Bussdown (feat DatLankyMan)Composers: Matthew Small, Alex Bennett
2025-11-1156 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#143: Tamara Kater of MusicNL on MusicNL week 2025, the changes made, and what to expectWith MusicNL week just two short weeks away, there’s no better time than to bring on Tamara Kater, the executive director of MusicNL once again to talk about the week ahead and the festivities that will await the many delegates and artists November 12-16 in St. John’s! We talk about the rebranding to MusicNL week after four years under the Music Celebration Week banner. Plus, we talk about the changes to this year’s MusicNL week, the artists taking part in it, and a whole lot more!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releas...
2025-10-281h 10
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#142: A Tribute to Newfoundland: Connecting with performers at the Sons of Erin & Ryan's Fancy tribute showWhile Musical Connections continues to prepare for brand new content, we take you back to the Ryan’s Fancy and Sons of Erin tribute show in March where Zach connects you with many of the performers who played there and were influenced by the band at one point or another. We connect you with D’Arcy Broderick & Kevin Evans of Black Gold, Jennifer Trainor & Glen Harvey of Celtic Connection, John and Wilf Curran of the Masterless Men, Mike Hanrahan, Bob MacDonald, and Bill Kelly!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (September 28-October 4, 2025)Song...
2025-10-241h 12
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#141: Rachel Cousins on her most personal album to date, "What Hasn't Killed Me"Coming down Connector’s Corner this week is the multi-talented and amazing Rachel Cousins! We talk about the release of “What Hasn’t Killed Me”, her most authentic and cathartic release to date! She talks about spending the month in California with Greg Wells making the record, some of the themes of the record, and the three-year anniversary of her sobriety. Plus, how she started in music, the MusicNL nomination for her and her momager, Hilda Cousins, and her upcoming show at the Black Sheep in St. John’s on October 17th!Music Featured in Episode:New Foun...
2025-10-141h 16
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#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#136: Natasha Blackwood from the East Coast Music Awards 2025This week’s Musical Connections we will be taking you back to the East Coast Music Awards for a conversation I had with singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, Natasha Blackwood! We talk about her time at the ECMAs back in May and how important conferences like those are for one's development as a musician or industry professional!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (August 10-16, 2025)Song: Rain in NewfoundlandArtist: Kathy StockAlbum: Rain In NewfoundlandComposers: Kathy Stock Song: Crying While Wasted...
2025-08-1956 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#135: Paige Penney on new single, "Carhartt to Heart", Canadian Country Music Award nod, and moreThis week’s Musical Connections will have a “Carhartt to Heart” with one of the province’s fastest rising country pop stars who now calls Nashville her home! I reconnect with Paige Penney to talk about her brand-new single, plus her success with “Southern Draw(L) which includes a CCMA Nomination for Innovative Campaign of the Year! We also talk about her career in a nutshell. From her beginnings as a performer at young folk stages, to releasing her debut album, having a musical dad, and a whole lot more!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Rele...
2025-08-1552 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#132: PARSONS on working with legendary smuggler, Brian O'Dea on Smuggler's International MixtapeI have another great episode lined up for you this week! I welcome back to the show, Joshua Parsons or PARSONS! We talk about his latest project called “Smugglers International Mixtape” hosted by legendary Newfoundland and Labrador smuggler, Brian O’Dea! From how they met to the creation of the album and the personnel they got for it! Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (July 6-12, 2025)Song: Like A Rock (Live From Quidi Vidi Brewery)Artist: Andrew RodgersAlbum: Live From Quidi Vidi BreweryComposers: Bob Seger
2025-07-1542 min
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#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
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#124: Gina Burgess on her many projects and love for Newfoundland and LabradorMy guest on Episode 124 of the Musical Connections Podcast is violinist, composer, and music educator, Gina Burgess! Gina and I connect at the East Coast Music Awards in St. John’s to talk about her projects she was a part of like the Jerry Cans and the Lost & Found! Plus, we talk about how the whole music journey started, what drew her to Newfoundland and Labrador, and her upcoming plans for music and tour dates!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (May 11-17, 2025)Song: BloomArtist: Alex DuffyAl...
2025-05-2036 min
Musical Connections with Zach SnowRoad to the ECMAs #4: Con O’Brien on "Let Me Fish Off Cape St. Mary's" induction into Canadian Songwriter's Hall of FameOn this bonus episode of the Musical Connections podcast, we continue the road to the 2025 East Coast Music Awards as Zach Snow reconnects with Con O’Brien of the Irish Descendants. He comes on to talk about the 35th Anniversary of the group, their tour which continues into June, and the upcoming 2025 East Coast Music Awards. On May 8, the band will be playing “Let Me Fish Off Cape St. Mary’s” as the song written by the late Otto Kelland is inducted into the Canadian Songwriter’s Hall of Fame. He talks about how hesitant he was to record the legend...
2025-05-051h 01
Musical Connections with Zach SnowTribute to Newfoundland: Chris Andrews & Mark Hiscock; Bud DavidgeOn this bonus episode of the Musical Connections podcast, we paid tribute to Newfoundland! Zach Snow connects with the performers that took part in the Ryan's Fancy & Sons of Erin tribute concert in support of the Autism Society of Newfoundland and Labrador! Throughout the next few weeks, they will talk about how Ryan's Fancy & Sons of Erin impacted their careers and the overall music sector of Newfoundland and Labrador. Plus, they talk about how important it is to support the Autism Society and its programs. Our special guests are Chris Andrews & Mark Hiscock of Shanneyganock and a Newfoundland and...
2025-03-3026 min
Musical Connections with Zach SnowRoad to the ECMAs 2025: Heather Feather on coming together for the 2025 ECMAs in St. John'sOn this bonus episode of the Musical Connections podcast, we continue the road to the 2025 East Coast Music Awards as Zach Snow connects with one of the nominees for Children’s Entertainer of the Year, Heather White Luckow or Heather Feather! Heather talks about her East Coast Music Award nomination for Children’s Release of the Year for “Ants In My Pants” and her upcoming album, “Together”! Plus, we talk about her upbringing growing up in a musical family in Mount Pearl, moving to Montreal, WeeJam, and a whole lot more!Music Featured in Episode:Song: Fill Y...
2025-03-2338 min
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#109: Elling Lien on what's to come for the 2025 RPM ChallengeJanuary is coming to a close and this week on the Musical Connections podcast, we highlight an initiative for musicians and creators that takes place during the month of February, the RPM Challenge. I speak with the operator of the RPM Challenge, Elling Lien of Unpossible NL! We talk about the origins of the RPM Challenge in 2006 in Portsmouth, New Hampshire to its first Newfoundland and Labrador instalment in 2008! Plus, he talks about his favourite memories, how you can get involved with the RPM Challenge, and a whole lot more!Timestamps:New Found Releases:
2025-01-281h 04
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#106: Luke Mercer & Ty Simms of Salt Beef Junkies on their big plans for 2025It’s the start of a new year for the Musical Connections podcast and we kick off 2025 in style! Zach Snow welcomes two members of the Salt Beef Junkies, Luke Mercer & Ty Simms! They come on the show to talk about their 2024 which include a MusicNL award nomination and the release of their debut album, Somewhere In Between! Plus, they talk about how the group came together, their influences, playing with Shanneyganock, Bud Davidge, and Rum Ragged, Rock Solid Builds, and a whole lot more!TIMESTAMPSNew Found Releases – DECAY: 2:28New Found Releases – Marcen...
2025-01-0754 min
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#97: Greta Warner on Greta + The Goldfish and their new album, Harbour GracelessThis week's guest on the Musical Connections podcast is one of the fastest-rising femme fatales in the rock music scene today. I speak with the leading lady of Greta and The Goldfish, Greta Warner! She comes on NextIIConnect to talk about the group's nomination for MusicNL Rock Artist of the Year, their Harbour Graceless EP they put out in May, and how the group formed out of the COVID-19 pandemic. Plus, she talks about her start in music, her influences, being an event booker for the Battery Cafe, and a whole lot more!Music Featured in Episode:
2024-10-2239 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#92: David Smallwood, a west coast music industry legend on receiving the Denis Parker Industry Builder AwardMusical Connections at Music Celebration Week continues as I connect with the 2024 MusicNL Denis Parker Industry Builder Award recipient, David Smallwood! As one of the architects of Theatre Newfoundland & Labrador and the Rotary Arts Centre, David's impact on Newfoundland and Labrador's art scene is remarkable! I catch up with David about his recent acknowledgement for his work on the West Coast of Newfoundland such as the Gros Morne Theatre Festival and the Rotary Arts Centre. He also talks about his recent retirement as its CEO, his favourite memories, and a whole lot more!Music Featured in Episode:
2024-09-1752 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#89: Becca Bartlett on her nomination for MusicNL Pop Artist of the YearOn this week’s Musical Connections podcast, I speak with up and coming singer-songwriter, Becca Bartlett! Becca comes on to talk about her nomination for Pop Artist of the year at the upcoming MusicNL awards. Plus she talks about her latest two singles “Fading Light” and “Close Enough”, her songwriting process, how she got into music, and a whole lot more!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (August 11-17, 2024)Song: RosewoodArtist: Alex DuffyAlbum: Charlie’s. Vol 2Composers: Alex DuffySong: Open (Hurts...
2024-08-201h 00
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#88: Alex Duffy on his concept album, Charlie's Vol 1On this week's Musical Connections podcast, I connect with Torbay-born pop singer-songwriter, Alex Duffy! I speak to him about his new album, Charlie's, Vol. 1 and how it all came together! We also talk about his career in general! From The Lodge to Until Toronto, Underground Sounds, the move to Toronto, and a whole lot more!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (August 4-10, 2024)Song: Many Forms (feat. Lungs)Artist: Reggie Morales & Cat CafeAlbum: Many Forms (feat. Lungs)Composers: Liam Ryan, Michael Moyst
2024-08-1355 min
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
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#64: Baraka on being Hurricane Music's first management signee and his plans for 2024I hope you will be there to tune into the #MusicalConnections podcast! On #NextIIConnect, I connect with one of the fastest rising stars of the Newfoundland and Labrador music scene, Tanzanian-born & St. John's based singer-songwriter, Baraka! We talk about his debut album, "Voicemail" which was released back in June to rave reviews! Plus, he talks about growing up playing music in Tanzania, his move to Newfoundland and Labrador, the chance to work at Hurricane Music, all his recent accomplishments, and a whole lot more! New Found Releases from February 18-24, 2024 include Ana Luisa Ramos and The Once....
2024-02-2741 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
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#40: Tyrone MacNeil or TXS Red on diving into outlaw country musicOn this week’s Musical Connections podcast, we are #Next2Connect with singer-songwriter, Tyrone MacNeil! We talk about his brand-new outlaw country music project, TXS Red and the new songs he recently released under that name. He reflects on his time growing up on the West Coast of Newfoundland, to how he got the gig as lead singer of RocketRocketShip, and a whole lot more! New Found Releases covering August 20-26, 2023 come from BruceM8, Carl Lundrigan, Sons of an Eastern Moon, Tim Baker, and Vicki Doyle.Music Featured in EpisodeSong: Is This Love...
2023-08-2952 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#39: Spencer Fitzgerald & Pete of With Violet on the alt-pop band's new EP and their plans for a full albumOn this week’s Musical Connections podcast, we are #Next2Connect with two members of the alt-pop band With Violet, Spencer Fitzgerald & Peter “Pete” Macdonald. We talk about the groups new EP, Saturday Nights In. Plus, we speak about the band’s origins, how the current line up came to be, the love of songwriting, and so much more! New Found Releases covering August 13-19, 2023 come from Andy Skiffington, Kira Sheppard, and Roger Howse.Music Featured In EpisodeSong: When I Come AroundArtist: Andy SkiffingtonAlbum: ReflectionComposers: Billie J...
2023-08-2252 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#38: Dave Connors or Sarkastodon on the hip-hop community of Newfoundland and Labrador and his new EP, Blood Moon#Next2Connect is hip-hop producer, Dave Connors, AKA Sarkastodon! We talk about his upbringing on the west coast of Newfoundland, his early work with Sonic Records, what drove him to hip-hop, his new EP, Blood Moon, and a whole lot more! Plus we cover New Found Releases from Bails, Carolina East, DatLankyMan, and John Moran.Music Featured In EpisodeSong: Wish I Could Blame YouArtist: BailsAlbum: There’s Always A CatchComposers: Bailey Brett Song: AirportArtist: Carolina EastAl...
2023-08-1550 min
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#33: Mallory Johnson on growing up in a musical family band and her debut full-length album, Surprise Party#Next2Connect on the Musical Connections podcast is county singer-songwriter, Mallory Johnson! We talk about her award winning full length debut album, Surprise Party. Plus we dive into her time with her family band, The Cormiers; her time with Spirit of Newfoundland, the move to Nashville, and a whole lot more!Music Featured in Episode:Song: Descending TimesArtist: AlterAlbum: Descending TimesComposers: Dominick Lamouche, Shawna Grainger Song: Tell Me SoArtist: DECAYAlbum: Tell Me SoComposers...
2023-07-111h 28
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#30: Summer Bennett on working with Scilly Cove Records and her debut album with Greg Wells#Next2Connect on the Musical Connections podcast is 15-year-old singer-songwriter, Summer Bennett We talk the accomplishments of her young career so far which includes multiple Arts and Letters Awards, the 2021 New Found Talent Contest and more! We also talk about how the opportunity with Scilly Cove Records came about and the feeling of getting to work on her debut album with multiple-time Grammy winning producer and engineer, Greg Wells!Music Featured in Episode:Song: Whale of a DayArtist: Barry FitzpatrickAlbum: Whale of a DayComposers: Barry Fitzpatrick
2023-06-2045 min
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#28: Adam Staple on batting mental health struggles and using music to help him heal#Next2Connect on the Musical Connections podcast is singer-songwriter, producer, teacher, and drummer, Adam Staple. We talk about the drummer’s second studio album “Quiet Part Loud” coming out on June 27. He dives into his careers which includes work with Drive, The Planks, Hey Rosetta, Alan Doyle, and more! He also opens up about his battles with panic disorders and agoraphobia which has inspired his two solo albums and has affected his life and career as a whole.Music Used In EpisodeSong: We RunArtist: Clint CurtisAlbum: We RunC...
2023-06-061h 05
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#22: Craig Young on moving to the west coast and forming a new folk duo with Andrea MonroThe Next To Connect on the Musical Connections podcast is musician, singer-songwriter, and music educator, Craig Young. Craig talks about his upbringing on the West Coast of Newfoundland, to his work with Terri Clark, Fretboard Journey, Anchors Aweigh, and Shanneyganock. He also talks about his big plans with Bluestar Juniper, his new folk duo with Andrea Monro.Music Used in Episode:Song: LieArtist: Justin FancyAlbum: LieComposers: Justin Fancy, Clint Curtis, Jesse Slack Song: SearchingArtist: Brain VacationAlbum...
2023-04-251h 24
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#21: Jing Xia on moving to Newfoundland and Labrador from China and forming new fusion group, Xia-3The Next To Connect on the Musical Connections podcast is musician and ethnomusicologist, Jing Xia. We talk about her upbringing in Hunan, China, her move to Newfoundland and Labrador to study ethnomusicology, and playing for artists like Mei Han and Shanneyganock. She also speaks on her new cultural fusion rock group Xia-III with Brian Downton and Ritche Perez. She is up for Global Recording and Roots/Traditional Recording of the Year at the Upcoming East Coast Music Awards May 3-7 in Halifax, Nova Scotia.Music Used In Episode:Song: Terra-NeuvaArtist: Port Aux...
2023-04-1846 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#20: Brian Cherwick on being an ambassador for Ukraine culture in Newfoundland and LabradorThe Next To Connect on the Musical Connections podcast is co-founder of the Kubasonics, Brian Cherwick. We talk about the formation of the Kubasonics to the current iteration that have stuck together for almost a decade. Brian also opens up about the ongoing war in Ukraine to how they have used their platform to raise awareness about the war and the acceptance of Ukrainian culture. The Kubasonics are up for three ECMAs at the 35th annual awards show happen between May 3-7 in Halifax, Nova Scotia.Music Used In Episode:Song: Now or Never
2023-04-111h 31
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
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#18: Alex Byrne on pursuing electronic dance music and being mentioned by AfroJack and TiestoThe Next To Connect on the Musical Connections podcast is DJ and Producer, Alex Byrne! He talks about growing up in Torbay pursuing electronic dance music, his early days as a DJ, to his residencies at Rob Roy & Konfusion and Sundance, to getting his name mentioned on radio shows hosted by world-renowned DJs, AfroJack and Tiesto! Alex Byrne is up for Dance Recording of the Year at the upcoming East Coast Music Awards May 3-7 in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Music Used In Episode:Song: Split Down The MiddleArtist: Chris Picco...
2023-03-2847 min
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#13: Jason Benoit on his new neo-traditional country album, "Time Traveller" The Next To Connect on the Musical Connections podcast is five-time ECMA nominated singer-songwriter, Jason Benoit. He opens up about growing up in a Mikmaq family on the west coast of Newfoundland to how the neo-traditional Country movement inspired him to follow his dream to become a Country superstar. We also dive into the accomplishments of his decade long career which also includes five nominations at the upcoming East Coast Music Awards in May from Halifax.Music Used In Episode:Song: EI ClaimArtist: Sheila’s BrushAlbum: EI Claim...
2023-02-211h 10
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#12: Rev. Dave Peddle on his two ECMA nominations with his Sin Eaters and how the group came to beThe Next To Connect on the Musical Connections podcast is Reverend David Peddle from Rev. Dave & The Sin Eaters. Nominated for two East Coast Music Awards for their album, “Beams Of Love”, Dave talks about the formation of the group, how he got into music, and about the ECMA nominations for Country Recording and Blues Recording of the Year.Music Used In Episode:Song: EnoughArtist: Darcy ScottAlbum: EnoughComposers: Darcy Scott Song: Time Changes EverythingArtist: Chris PiccoAlbum: Spli...
2023-02-1435 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#11: Jud Haynes on being nominated for a JUNO Award for an album cover he spent 400+ hours onThe Next To Connect on the Musical Connections podcast is 2023 Juno Award nominated graphic designer, Jud Haynes. We talk about his early career playing bass in bands like Bucket Truck and Wintersleep, to the various projects he has designed for music, TV, and festivals. He also goes into the Kubasonics “Kubasongs” album design which was made out of paper and took over 400+ hours to make.Music Used In Episode:Song: Falling Over YouArtist: Gregg BolgerAlbum: Falling Over YouComposers: Gregg Bolger, Clint Curtis, Amanda Jeans Wourms
2023-02-071h 06
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#9: Rowan Sherlock on moving to Newfoundland from Ireland and becoming a permanent Canadian CitizenOn Episode 9 of Musical Connections, Zach Snow speaks with musician, multiinstrumentalist, and music educator, Rowan Sherlock! We talk about his recent mission to improve the safety of the Downtown St. John’s Entertainment District. Plus, Rowan talk about growing up in County Waterford pursuing music, his time in bands like Newfoundland, Rugged Shores, and Midnight Watch; making the move to Newfoundland and Labrador in 2017, becoming a Permanent Resident in Canada, and more!Music Used In Episode:Song: TimeArtist: Nico PauloAlbum: Nico PauloComposers: Nico Paulo ...
2023-01-201h 06
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#7: 2022 Year In Review: Interviews from MusicNL Coffee HouseIn this edition of the podcast, we look back at the year that was 2022. Zach Snow speaks with the attendees of the Holiday Open House at Play On Gower, the new location of MusicNL. Conversations include Glenn Pardy, Jenny Mallard, Mike Fisher, Zay Nova, and Sarah Newell.Music Used In Episode:Song: RustArtist: Summer BennettAlbum: RustComposers: Summer Bennett Song: Sinner (featuring Ren Thomas)Artist: Alphamale & DECAYAlbum: SinnerComposers: Alexander C Frisina & Dave Kelly
2023-01-0647 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#6: And The Winner Is: Interviews from 2022 MusicNL Awards GalaThe Musical Connections Podcast wraps up its series of Music Celebration Week 2022 in Corner Brook! In this edition of the podcast, Zach Snow speaks with the winners and nominees for the MusicNL awards! Conversations include Shanda, Reggie Morales, Rosemary Lawton, Rachel Cousins, Nick Earle, and Justin Fancy.Music Used In Episode:Song: Midnight MoonArtist: GOLLYAlbum: GOLLYComposers: Jason Mills, Kevin Carey Song: A Laika Of Our OwnArtist: Greta & The GoldfishAlbum: Not To Be OutdoneComposers...
2022-12-2335 min
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
Musical Connections with Zach SnowEpisode 0: An Introduction to NewFound ReleasesIn Episode 0 of the Musical Connections Podcast, Zach Snow explains how the NewFound Releases segment will work. This program features music from MusicNL 2022 Country Music Artist of the Year, Youngtree and the Blooms, Sherry Ryan, Chris Picco, & Sons of An Eastern Moon.Music Used In Episode:Song: SparrowArtist: Sherry RyanAlbum: Shout for MoreComposers: Sherry RyanSong: Woman UnderstandArtist: Chris PiccoAlbum: Split Down The MiddleComposers: Chris PiccoSong: Warriors
2022-11-0324 min