Author: Dave Brown
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Episode 11: Harry Styles
He is one of the biggest pop stars on the planet and one of the most successful solo artists who got their start in a boy band and discovered on a reality TV show. How far would you travel to see your favourite artist? Join us we discuss some of the lesser known songs of…
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Episode 10: Your Future Favourite Artist
It’s a brand new year! We are excited to continue our musical journey together. This week, we share the music from some artists that we have discovered in 2024 that we think you will enjoy hearing. You just might find your future favourite artist! Episode playlist here. Links to what we discussed
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Episode 9: 80’s Metal
There was an explosion of hard rock in the 1980’s. This week, we speak to Paul as he shares his memories, not of one artist in particular, but of a whole genre of music that defined his youth and forged friendships. Join us as we talk about some of the decade’s most successful heavy metal…
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Episode 8: Handel’s Messiah
Of the over 200 pieces of music composed by George Frideric Handel, Messiah is one of his most well known and enduring. This week, we speak with Kathy who is a huge fan of all of his works. To improve access to music education in Canada, please consider donating to MusiCounts, Canada’s music education charity,…
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Episode 7: Christmas Songs – Part 2
It’s still the most wonderful time of the year! We were so overwhelmed with feedback we made a second episode! Join us as we listen to a variety of artists and songs. You may find that hidden gem to add to your playlist, or remember a great song from years past. Playlist found here. Links…
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Episode 6: Your Favourite Christmas Songs
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! We asked you for the songs and artists that you love and enjoy this time of year and you did not disappoint. Join us as we listen to a variety of artists and songs. You may find that hidden gem to add to your playlist, or remember…
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Episode 5: Depeche Mode
Depeche Mode are among the pioneers of synth / techno pop and so much Electronic Music would not exist today without their influence. Let’s talk with Marcus about one of the most revolutionary and enduring bands of the 1980’s. Is it possible to select only 5 favourite songs? How would your list differ? Link to…
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Episode 4: Matchbox 20
As an award winning band with a career spanning decades, is Matchbox 20 an artist that is left in the background? Join me as I talk with Nancy. She shares why this is her favourite artist, and why you might want to consider Matchbox 20 as one of your favourites too. Find a link to…
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Episode 3: The Monkees
How does a band that was created as a fake TV Band end up as someone’s favourite artist? How does this “fake TV band” manage to create and perform new music 50 years after their show was cancelled? Join me as I speak with Grant, a father and grandfather, who loves The Monkees and the…
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Episode 2: Nirvana
Is it ever too late to find a musical act that speaks to you? This week I speak with Neal, a member of Canada’s armed forces, a father of 3 and a lover of Nirvana. Listen along as we find out how he discovered this band, how they became his favourite and what songs he…