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Over 3,000 gigs, countless miles travelled, hit songs a-plenty, and friends and fans in every corner of the continent - singer-songwriters Mike Plume and Jenny Orenstein have embraced the often-challenging musician's path with passion, verve, humour, humility and—when necessary—the ability to adapt. Their songwriting and performing careers have taken them all over the world, and they have made homes in Nashville, Edmonton, and Toronto. They have achieved what many would consider an enviable level of success, and have combined their creative talents and individual strengths to build a rich and fulfilling life in music. Join co-hosts Jane Gowan and Joel Stewart as they sit down at The Woodshed Studio for an in-depth conversation with a dynamic musical power couple. More info at mikeplume.comRead/follow Mike Plume's substack -  The Way I Remember ItMusic in this Episode"Dance Ruby, Dance" - Mike Plume and Jenny Orenstein (Single, 2023)"Time For A Change" - Mike Plume Band (Red and White Blues, 2013)"End of The Stillness" - Jenny Orenstein (Astroturf, 2021)"Perfume and Gasoline"  - Mike Plume (Lonesome Stretch of Highway, 2020)"Steel Belted Radio" - Mike Plume Band (The Steel Belted Radio EP, 2000)The Music Buddy Session: "Motorbike" by Luke Doucet and Mike PlumePerformed by Mike Plume, Jenny Orenstein, Jane Gowan, and Joel StewartRecorded and mixed by Tim Vesely at The Woodshed Studio, TorontoSupport the showMUSIC BUDDY IS:Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) ; Tim Vesely (co-producer)The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie Kostiuk STAY IN TOUCH Email: jane@musicbuddy.caInstagram: @musicbuddypodcastFacebook: @musicbuddypodcastBluesky: @musicbuddy.bsky.socialTikTok: @musicbuddypodThis podcast is brought to you by Morning Run Productions.

2/18/26 • 93:55

Miranda Mulholland is a JUNO-nominated singer, songwriter, and fiddler. She's released 3 albums, one EP, and several singles in her own name, in addition to launching music with her bands Harrow Fair and Belle Starr.   As a touring and studio musician, Miranda’s credits include: Great Lake Swimmers, The Jim Cuddy Band, The Paperboys, Donovan Woods, Calexico, Joel Plaskett, Rose Cousins, Alan Doyle, Justin Rutledge, Sarah Slean, and Cowboy Junkies, to name a few. She has played or sung on over 100 records as well as working on film and Television scores for shows such as Maudie and Republic of Doyle. In addition, Miranda owns her own record label - Roaring Girl Records, and is the Artistic Director of The Muskoka Music Festival which takes place in Gravenhurst, Ontario. Off stage, Miranda speaks on behalf of musicians and artists, helping to create new policies and fresh perspectives in the industry. She is the Creative Culture Advisor for Music Canada, Chair of the Music Canada Advisory Council and Vice Chair Emeritus of the board of Governors for Massey Hall / Roy Thomson Hall. In this conversation with co-hosts Jane Gowan and Joel Stewart, Miranda shares experiences and insights from her remarkable career to date, touching on everything from creating and performing music with loops and pedals, to embracing whimsy and looking for chestnuts. R.I.P. Poppy the Cat. More about Miranda at mirandamulholland.comMusic in this Episode"Bar Rage" - Miranda Mulholland (By Appointment or Chance, 2019)"Black Is The Colour" - Miranda Mulholland (Single, 2024)"All The Diamonds" - Miranda Mulholland (Single, 2024)"Peg and Awl" - Miranda Mulholland (By Appointment or Chance, 2019)"This Must Be The Place (Naive Melody)" - Belle Starr (The Burning of Atlanta, 2011)Support the showMUSIC BUDDY IS:Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) ; Tim Vesely (co-producer)The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie Kostiuk STAY IN TOUCH Email: jane@musicbuddy.caInstagram: @musicbuddypodcastFacebook: @musicbuddypodcastBluesky: @musicbuddy.bsky.socialTikTok: @musicbuddypodThis podcast is brought to you by Morning Run Productions.

1/14/26 • 60:37

Welcome to the 4th Annual Solstimas episode! In this episode, we toast the season with a festive gathering at The Woodshed Studio, aka "the office". Joining host Jane Gowan and co-host Tim Vesely, are their good pals Andy Maize and Josh Finlayson (Skydiggers), plus co-host, co-conspirator, and bandmate Joel Stewart (Joel Stewart and the Future Hall of Famers). Plus, you'll hear special greetings from our call-in guests: Dave Ullrich (zunior.com), Monique Barry (mobarrymusic.com), Ryan Myshrall (Pickering Playboys), and Annelise Noronha (annelisenoronha.com). Santa Claus parades, pool parties, cold plunges, lemonade, eggnog, skiing, snow blowing, eggplant parmesan, and Werner Herzog - anything goes at Solstimas!You'll also hear Andy, Josh, Jane, Joel, and Tim perform a live-off-the-floor version of "Church Bells Ringing (Christmas in the City)"  - a seasonal classic, written by Andrew Cash and Charlie Angus. Happy Solstimas from our office to yours. Enjoy the party!Music in this Episode:"I Like Christmas" - The Violet Archers (I Like Christmas EP, 2024)"White Christmas" - Bing Crosby (White Christmas, 1945)"Snow Blind" - Skydiggers (Dreams and Second Chances, 2024)"Buffalo" - Joel Stewart and the Future Hall of Famers (Songs for Stadiums, unreleased)"Crush Some Egg Nogs" - Annelise Noronha (Christmas Collection, Vol 1, 2025)Support the showMUSIC BUDDY IS:Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) ; Tim Vesely (co-producer)The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie Kostiuk STAY IN TOUCH Email: jane@musicbuddy.caInstagram: @musicbuddypodcastFacebook: @musicbuddypodcastBluesky: @musicbuddy.bsky.socialTikTok: @musicbuddypodThis podcast is brought to you by Morning Run Productions.

12/17/25 • 68:12

Myra Melford is an American avant-garde pianist, composer, educator, and improvisor. Her music is unique, exciting, and brave, evolving from an approach to the piano that is percussive, athletic, and uber-dynamic, and compositions that are exploratory, poetic, visual, and thought-provoking. Melford is an interdisciplinary artist of the highest order. Awarded the Alpert Award in the Arts for Music in 2012, plus the Guggenheim Fellowship and the Doris Duke Performing Artist Award in 2013, she has released over 30 albums in various configurations (solo, duo, trio, quartet, quintet), and has collaborated with some of the greatest talents in contemporary music. Her most recent release is entitled Splash (with bassist Michael Formanek and drummer/vibraphonist Ches Smith), and is inspired by the work of the post-abstract expressionist painter Cy Twombly. This interview was recorded in June, 2025 in Hamilton, ON, during the Something Else Festival. Thank you to Festival Director Cem Zafir (Our guest for Episode 60), plus Donna Akrey and the rest of the staff and volunteers. More about Myra Melford at myramelford.comMusic in this episode:Myra Melford - “Park Mechanics”, live at the Something Else! Festival (June, 2025)  (Find that song on Melford’s solo album Life Carries Me This Way, 2013)"Frank Lloyd Wright Goes West to Rest" - Myra Melford Trio (Jump, 1990)"Chalk" - Myra Melford (Splash, 2025)"Ekoneni" - Myra Melford and Trio M (The Guest House, 2012)"Red Beach" - Myra Melford Solo Piano (Life Carries Me This Way, 2013)Support the showMUSIC BUDDY IS:Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) ; Tim Vesely (co-producer)The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie Kostiuk STAY IN TOUCH Email: jane@musicbuddy.caInstagram: @musicbuddypodcastFacebook: @musicbuddypodcastBluesky: @musicbuddy.bsky.socialTikTok: @musicbuddypodThis podcast is brought to you by Morning Run Productions.

11/11/25 • 19:47

Wyatt C. Louis is a Plains Cree singer-songwriter from Montana First Nation on Treaty 6 Territory, Alberta. Their songs are deeply rooted in story and place, and speak to universal themes of home, family, and love. Their much-celebrated debut album Chandler (2024) draws from multiple musical influences, but sits comfortably in the folk/roots genre. The album was long-listed for the 2025 Polaris Music Prize, and was a 2025 Juno Award nominee for "Album Artwork of the Year" (Erik M. Grice and Vanessa Heins). Learn more about Wyatt at wyattclouis.com. This conversation was taped at the University of British Columbia, on the  traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Musqueam people. Music in this episode (used with permission):"In Emerald" - Wyatt C. Louis (Chandler, 2024)"Carefree" - Wyatt C. Louis (Chandler, 2024)"Bobtail Road" (Single) - Wyatt C. Louis (2023)Support the showMUSIC BUDDY IS:Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) ; Tim Vesely (co-producer)The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie Kostiuk STAY IN TOUCH Email: jane@musicbuddy.caInstagram: @musicbuddypodcastFacebook: @musicbuddypodcastBluesky: @musicbuddy.bsky.socialTikTok: @musicbuddypodThis podcast is brought to you by Morning Run Productions.

10/7/25 • 34:20

Since the early 2000s, Festival Director and musical curator Cem Zafir has been presenting diverse, exploratory, and engaging concerts via his non-profit organization, Zula Presents. After moving to Hamilton, Ontario in 2012, Cem seized on the opportunity to create an early summer music festival. Something Else! Festival began in 2014. Now in its 12th year, it brings to Hamilton some of the finest talents in creative, global, and improvised music. In this fun and compact catch up with Jane, Cem previews some of the highlights of the upcoming festival. From solo piano with Guggenheim Fellow and Alpert Award-winning pianist/educator Myra Melford, to the deep electronic vibes of Farida Amadou; from the "weird beauty" of The Cluttertones, to a nature walk with Pulitzer Prize recipient, percussionist and composer Susie Ibarra, the lineup is guaranteed to blow your mind, and open your ears. Tickets and passes are on sale now via Eventbrite or E-transfer (no fee) to tix@zulapresents.orgMusic in this episode:"The Guest House" - Myra Melford and Trio M (The Guest House, 2012)"The End Of" - Farida Amadou (When It Rains It Pours, 2024)"Moveable Do (La-La Bémol) Feat. Matt Mitchell and John Hollenbeck" - Anna Webber (simpletrio2000, 2024)"Pulse" - Susie Ibarra (Perception, 2017)"Enero" - The Cluttertones (Ordinary Joy, 2015)"Coastal Birds" - Susie Ibarra et al (Walking on Water, 2015)"DESTEJER" - Ibelisse Guardia Ferragutti and Frank Rosaly (MESTIZX, 2024)"One More Latch (Give It to 'ya) - Pantayo (Ang Pagdaloy, 2023)"Ravenous Hound" - Peter Van Huffel's Callisto (Meandering Demons, 2024)Support the showMUSIC BUDDY IS:Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) ; Tim Vesely (co-producer)The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie Kostiuk STAY IN TOUCH Email: jane@musicbuddy.caInstagram: @musicbuddypodcastFacebook: @musicbuddypodcastBluesky: @musicbuddy.bsky.socialTikTok: @musicbuddypodThis podcast is brought to you by Morning Run Productions.

6/1/25 • 28:53

What, exactly, is mastering? Is it a potion? A spell? A hoax? The truth is, it's a subtle and precise art, and a key element of quality music production. It is music's "x-factor", its "special sauce". Despite often being perceived as some kind of magic, mastering is, in fact, very real, as are the people who do it for a living. Case in point, Grammy-nominated and Juno Award-winning mastering engineer João Carvalho. João is the founder of João Carvalho Mastering, and co-owner of Revolution Recording in Toronto, Canada. Designed by Martin Pilchner, João's mastering studio has been labelled "...the most acoustically perfect mastering room in Canada". Since the early 2000s, João has built a massive client list, working with much-loved artists such as Sloan, Rose Cousins, Skydiggers, City and Colour, Tanya Tagaq, Donovan Woods, Hayden, Monique Barry, Blue Rodeo, Metric, Serena Ryder, The Tragically Hip, Damhnait Doyle, and Rush...the list goes on and on... In this episode, João explains his craft, the building of his world class studio, working with the likes of Rose Cousins and Sloan, the utility of a great Weezer track, and why "Claire" by Rheostatics is one of the greatest songs of all time. Joining the conversation is Music Buddy co-producer Tim Vesely (Rheostatics, The Violet Archers), who has known João since the 90s, and worked with him on many projects over the years. Music in this episode:"Music is The Message" - Rheostatics (Here Come the Wolves, 2019)"Claire" - Rheostatics (Introducing Happiness, 1995)"Chains" - Rose Cousins (Natural Conclusion, 2017)"Beverly Hills" - Weezer (Make Believe, 2005)"The Lines You Amend" - Sloan (One Chord to Another, Deluxe Reissue, 2016)Support the showMUSIC BUDDY IS:Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) ; Tim Vesely (co-producer)The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie Kostiuk STAY IN TOUCH Email: jane@musicbuddy.caInstagram: @musicbuddypodcastFacebook: @musicbuddypodcastBluesky: @musicbuddy.bsky.socialTikTok: @musicbuddypodThis podcast is brought to you by Morning Run Productions.

4/19/25 • 54:32

Multi-award-winning instrumentalist, singer, recording artist and composer, Anne Lindsay is celebrating many things this year: 60 years as a violinist, 50 years as a professional musician, and the launch of her brand new album, Soloworks 2. Described as "chamber folk music for solo violin and nyckelharpa", Soloworks 2 is dedicated to St Anne’s Anglican Church in Toronto where it was recorded in November 2021, during the global pandemic. In June 2024, St. Anne's suffered a devastating fire, and all that remains of this historic Canadian cultural gem are parts of the exterior walls. Learn more about St. Anne's Church at saintanne.ca.Anne's epic career has taken her all over the world. She's been a featured performer and session player for numerous artists, such as Blue Rodeo, The Jim Cuddy Band, Skydiggers, John McDermott, Led Zeppelin, Roger Daltrey, The Chieftans, and James Taylor, to name a few.  She was also the resident fiddler for The Toronto Maple Leafs and The Lord of the Rings stage production. Needless to say, her career has taken her all over the world, and has nourished her appreciation for all types of music, from rock to folk, from classical to jazz to global music.  THE MUSIC BUDDY SESSION: "CORNELL" by Anne LindsayPerformed by Anne Lindsay, Tim Vesely, and Jane GowanRecorded and mixed by Tim Vesely at The Woodshed Studio, TorontoMore about Anne Lindsay at anne-lindsay.comAll the song samples used in this episode are from Anne Lindsay's album, Soloworks 2 (2024). Used with kind permission. Songs in order of appearance:"Votum Mane" "Xyz""Credo""The Auger's Tale""Carolina Parakeet""The Lord's Prayer""Down by the Noisy River""Forever and Always""The Sea in the Sky"Support the showMUSIC BUDDY IS:Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) ; Tim Vesely (co-producer)The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie Kostiuk STAY IN TOUCH Email: jane@musicbuddy.caInstagram: @musicbuddypodcastFacebook: @musicbuddypodcastBluesky: @musicbuddy.bsky.socialTikTok: @musicbuddypodThis podcast is brought to you by Morning Run Productions.

3/14/25 • 55:47

"Whatever I'm painting, I feel like there's music that finds its way in". — Stewart JonesFor artist, musician, and educator Stewart Jones, music is an integral part of his visual art practice. He's a self-proclaimed "uber fan" of the bands he loves. Not only are many of his works inspired by songs, but his drawings and paintings have also graced album covers and enhanced videos by some of Canada's most beloved musical artists, such as The Tragically Hip, Sarah Harmer, Cuff the Duke, K-os, Justin Rutledge, and The Sadies. Learn more about Stew at stewartjones.caMusic in this episode:"Vultures" - Annelise Noronha (In The Headlights, 2020)"Cold Snap" - Weeping Tile (Cold Snap, 1995)"Rearview" - Rheostatics (Here Come The Wolves, 2019)"The City" - Sarah Harmer (Oh Little Fire, 2010)"Tell Her What I Said" - The Sadies (Darker Circles, 2010)"Montreal (Live)" - The Tragically Hip (Saskadelphia - EP, 2021)"Jack of Diamonds" - Justin Rutledge (The Early Widows, 2010)"Left and Leaving" - The Weakerthans (Left and Leaving, 2000)Support the showMUSIC BUDDY IS:Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) ; Tim Vesely (co-producer)The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie Kostiuk STAY IN TOUCH Email: jane@musicbuddy.caInstagram: @musicbuddypodcastFacebook: @musicbuddypodcastBluesky: @musicbuddy.bsky.socialTikTok: @musicbuddypodThis podcast is brought to you by Morning Run Productions.

2/15/25 • 57:40

Musician/composer/improvisors Ronley Teper and Tim Posgate have been making wildly creative music together for 15 years or more. Their partnership is based on trust, understanding, and the endless desire to push the boundaries of song and creativity. This is a colourful conversation with two extremely hard-working, enthusiastic, and unique musical talents.  More about Ronley Teper:ronleyteper.comRonley's YouTube (including "So Whatcha Doin?")The Lyceum Gallery ShowMore about Tim Posgate:guildwoodrecords.comSo Long SevenTHE MUSIC BUDDY SESSION: "BYE BYE" by Ronley TeperPerformed by Ronley Teper, Tim Posgate, Jane Gowan and Tim VeselyRecorded and mixed by Tim Vesely at The Woodshed Studio, TorontoMusic in this episode:"Everyone Loves a Good Story" - Ronley Teper & The Lipliners (Everyone Loves a Good Story, 2021)"The Game" - Ronley Teper (The Game, 2018)"Muddy" - Tim Posgate Hornband (Tim Posgate Hornband Feat. Howard Johnson, 2006)"So Whatcha Doin?" - Episode 1 with Tim Posgate"Crazy" - Ronley Teper & The Lipliners (Everyone Loves a Good Story, 2021)"Only Elephants Know Her Name" - So Long Seven (Only Elephants Know Her Name, 2022)"Freedom" - Ronley Teper (The Game, 2018)Support the showMUSIC BUDDY IS:Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) ; Tim Vesely (co-producer)The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie Kostiuk STAY IN TOUCH Email: jane@musicbuddy.caInstagram: @musicbuddypodcastFacebook: @musicbuddypodcastBluesky: @musicbuddy.bsky.socialTikTok: @musicbuddypodThis podcast is brought to you by Morning Run Productions.

1/17/25 • 66:06

A very special literary romp to round off the year! This "bookish" episode features the well-read, candid, and occasionally irreverent members of "Buckner's Bookies", a ladies-only book club that meets every few weeks around a dinner table, to talk books, culture, food, politics, and—of course—trashy TV. Sex, drugs, rock n' roll, hostages, immigration, crime, New York in the 70s, Saga Boys, opera, and accordions. Mix all that with some southern gothic blues, and you have yourself a rollicking-yet-thoughtful exploration into six hand-picked, music-themed books that will make you "Hot for Teacher", or perhaps dreaming of becoming a "Paperback Writer". Or, you might just find yourself craving some Buddy Holly or Lisa Loeb-style reading glasses to round off your festive holiday outfit. The Books:Scar Tissue (Anthony Kiedis) - reviewed by Dianne BucknerAccordion Crimes (Annie Proulx) - reviewed by Tracie TigheJust Kids (Patti Smith) - reviewed by Gaelyne LeslieSaga Boy (Antonio Michael Downing) - reviewed by Sue BurkhardtBel Canto (Ann Patchett) - reviewed by Helen DewarDon’t Tell Anybody The Secrets I Told You: A Memoir (Lucinda Williams) - reviewed by Jane GowanNotes from Our Friends:Headlong HeartsCrawford Street Skin Care (use the code "MUSICBUDDY" to get 20% off your first order!)Guest appearance by Dave Ullrich of Zunior.comMusic in this episode:"Higher Ground" - The Red Hot Chili Peppers (Greatest Hits, 2003) "Crush Some Egg Nogs " - Annelise Noronha (Christmas in the County, 2018)"Heaven on Earth" - Dave Clark & Friends  (Single, 2024; all proceeds to the Red Cross - purchase here) "Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 27 No. 2 "Moonlight": 1. Adagio sostenuto" - performed by Vladimir Ashkenazy (1983)"Get Right!" - John Orpheus (Get Right!, 2024)"I Like Christmas" - The Violet Archers (I Like Christmas, 2024)"Metal Firecracker" - Lucinda Williams (Car Wheels On a Gravel Road, 1998)Support the showMUSIC BUDDY IS:Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) ; Tim Vesely (co-producer)The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie Kostiuk STAY IN TOUCH Email: jane@musicbuddy.caInstagram: @musicbuddypodcastFacebook: @musicbuddypodcastBluesky: @musicbuddy.bsky.socialTikTok: @musicbuddypodThis podcast is brought to you by Morning Run Productions.

12/20/24 • 76:21

After spending over 20 years writing, recording and performing his unique, lush and literate style of alt country Canadiana, Juno award-winning singer-songwriter Justin Rutledge is shifting his focus, every-so-slightly. He’s not moving away from music per se, but rather, walking peacefully alongside, with his young family in tow, and a home in the country to inspire and calm his poetic spirit. Please enjoy this conversation with one of Canada’s most treasured craftsmen of song.More about Justin at  justinrutledge.comTHE MUSIC BUDDY SESSION: "A PENNY FOR THE BAND" by Justin RutledgePerformed by Justin Rutledge, Jane Gowan and Tim VeselyRecorded and mixed by Tim Vesely at The Woodshed Studio, TorontoSongs in this episode (all songs performed by Justin Rutledge, except “You and I” performed by The Violet Archers):"Jellybean" (Islands, 2021)"As It Was" (Single, 2023)"Out of the Woods" (Valleyheart, 2013)"You And I" (Sunshine At Night, 2008)"Angry Young Man" (Something Easy, 2023)"London" (Something Easy, 2023)"Kapuskasing Coffee" (Valleyheart, 2013)"Too Sober to Sleep" (No Never Alone, 2004)"Courage (For Hugh McLennan)" (Daredevil, 2014)"Head for the Hills" (Something Easy, 2023)Support the showMUSIC BUDDY IS:Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) ; Tim Vesely (co-producer)The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie Kostiuk STAY IN TOUCH Email: jane@musicbuddy.caInstagram: @musicbuddypodcastFacebook: @musicbuddypodcastBluesky: @musicbuddy.bsky.socialTikTok: @musicbuddypodThis podcast is brought to you by Morning Run Productions.

11/22/24 • 76:01

Guitarist, singer, songwriter and producer Tim Bovaconti knew he wanted to be a musician from a very young age. When he was just a mere lad, a fateful meeting with family friend Greg Keelor (Blue Rodeo) lit a spark that fuelled his musical passion. The flame continues to burn brightly today. Bovaconti has travelled the world as a working musician. He’s performed and recorded with artists such as Burton Cummings, Ron Sexsmith, Kim Stockwood, Jerry Leger, Julian Taylor, Andy Kim, Ray Davies, and Leonard Cohen. A seasoned sideman, Tim also fronts his own band, and has 3 albums to his name. His 4th album is called Again, and will be released at Hugh’s Room in Toronto on Sunday, Nov 17 (See below for ticket info.). Fresh off the bus from an extensive U.S. tour, a road-weary-but-still-energetic Tim joins host Jane Gowan at The Woodshed Studio to share some magical and memorable moments from his storied career to date. More about Timtimbovaconti.comAlbum Release Show for Again. Get tickets hereTHE MUSIC BUDDY SESSION: "GROW" by Tim BovacontiPerformed by Tim Bovaconti, Jane Gowan and Tim VeselyRecorded and mixed by Tim Vesely at The Woodshed Studio, TorontoSongs in this episode (in order of appearance)"Again" - Tim Bovaconti (Again, 2024)"Keep Moving" - Tim Bovaconti (Again, 2024)"More" - Tim Bovaconti (Again, 2024)"An Elephant Insect" - Shonen Knife (Heavy Songs, 2002)"As It Was" - Tim Bovaconti (Again, 2024)"Prove Your Love" - Tim Bovaconti (Again, 2024)Support the showMUSIC BUDDY IS:Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) ; Tim Vesely (co-producer)The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie Kostiuk STAY IN TOUCH Email: jane@musicbuddy.caInstagram: @musicbuddypodcastFacebook: @musicbuddypodcastBluesky: @musicbuddy.bsky.socialTikTok: @musicbuddypodThis podcast is brought to you by Morning Run Productions.

11/1/24 • 53:33

"...love well, live long, run with it before it's gone..." That line is from the song "Baby's on a Bike", by today's guests, Ontarians. As Craig Smith (the band's co-founder) says, "that kind of sums it up".  Ontarians is roots rock from the heart of the Canadian Shield. Their attitude towards making music is joyful, collaborative, and organic. Hailing from Collingwood, ON, and Sault Ste. Marie, ON, co-founders Craig Smith and Frank Deresti started the group in 2018. The band's sophomore album—More How It Is—was released in September. In today's conversation, you'll hear about their approach to creating songs, swimming in lakes, herding cats, raising daughters, and avoiding encounters with bears. THE MUSIC BUDDY SESSION: "BABY'S ON A BIKE" by OntariansPerformed live off the floor at The Woodshed Studio by: Craig Smith, Frank Deresti, Jay Case, and Chris JohnsRecorded and Mixed by Tim VeselyAll the tracks used in this episode are from More How it Is (Ontarians, 2024). In order of appearance:"Start Over""Yardsale""Maybe This is Something""Trippin'""Breadcrumbs"More about Ontarians at ontariansofficial.caMore about Craig Smith at craigsnbacon.comMore about Frank Deresti at frankderesti.caMore about the Four Winds Music FestivalSupport the showMUSIC BUDDY IS:Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) ; Tim Vesely (co-producer)The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie Kostiuk STAY IN TOUCH Email: jane@musicbuddy.caInstagram: @musicbuddypodcastFacebook: @musicbuddypodcastBluesky: @musicbuddy.bsky.socialTikTok: @musicbuddypodThis podcast is brought to you by Morning Run Productions.

10/11/24 • 37:36

No Dress Rehearsal is a 4-part documentary about one of Canada's most-loved rock bands - The Tragically Hip. The film premiered at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) on Sept 5, and has been screening at Film Festivals around the country. It is now available to stream on Amazon Prime. The Tragically Hip rose to rock stardom in the late 80s and early 90s. They toured and recorded relentlessly, and by the late 90s, they were practically a household name. To the great delight of their fans, they showed no signs of stopping. Ever. Then, in 2015, the band’s iconic lead singer—Gord Downie—was diagnosed with incurable brain cancer. He passed away in October, 2017, and a nation mourned the loss of a musical icon, cultural mentor, and cherished storyteller.The film highlights the endurance of the musical bond, and the mutual love and respect that developed over 30+ years that the band created, recorded, and toured together. The loss of Gord Downie dealt a massive blow, but through the empathetic lens of the film's director Mike Downie (Gord's brother), the remaining members of the band—Paul Langlois, Rob Baker, Gord Sinclair, and Johnny Fay—have found a way to tell the story of Gord and The Hip in their own words. The documentary features rare archival footage, plus candid interviews with band members, family, friends, and colleagues. It is a heartfelt and honest portrayal of life, loss, and love. Above all, it’s about the power of music, and the ways in which Gord Downie was able to captivate, motivate, and inspire. In this interview, host Jane Gowan speaks with Director Mike Downie and drummer Johnny Fay about the film, the band, and their beloved departed brother and bandmate, Gord. More InfoThe Tragically HipNo Dress Rehearsal (on Amazon Prime)The Downie & Wenjack FundMusic samples in this episode:"Ahead By A Century" - The Tragically Hip (Trouble At The Henhouse, 1996)"Fiddler's Green" - The Tragically Hip (Road Apples, 1991)"Little Bones" - The Tragically Hip (Road Apples, 1991)"About This Map" - The Tragically Hip (Now For Plan A, 2012)"Are We Family" - The Tragically Hip (In Between Evolution, 2004)"Looking For A Place To Happen" - The Tragically Hip (Fully Completely, 1992)"My Music At Work" - The Tragically Hip (Music @ Work, 2000)"It's A Good Life If You Don't Weaken'" - The Tragically Hip (In Violet Light, 2002)"The Stranger" - Gord Downie (Secret Path, 2016)"The Lonely End of the Rink" - The Tragically Hip (World Container, 2002)Support the showMUSIC BUDDY IS:Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) ; Tim Vesely (co-producer)The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie Kostiuk STAY IN TOUCH Email: jane@musicbuddy.caInstagram: @musicbuddypodcastFacebook: @musicbuddypodcastBluesky: @musicbuddy.bsky.socialTikTok: @musicbuddypodThis podcast is brought to you by Morning Run Productions.

9/20/24 • 100:20

A continuation of Episode 49 with Jim Cuddy of Blue Rodeo, this is a special live-off-the-floor recording session of Jim's song "Anywhere Else But Home" from his new solo album All The World Fades Away.Recorded by Tim Vesely at Blue Rodeo's Woodshed Studio.The band:Jim Cuddy: acoustic guitar, vocalsAndy Maize: vocalsAnne Lindsay: fiddleJane Gowan: accordionTim Vesely: bassmore info:jimcuddy.combluerodeo.comanne-lindsay.comskydiggers.comthevioletarchers.comA co-production by Music Buddy and Employee of the MythSupport the showMUSIC BUDDY IS:Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) ; Tim Vesely (co-producer)The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie Kostiuk STAY IN TOUCH Email: jane@musicbuddy.caInstagram: @musicbuddypodcastFacebook: @musicbuddypodcastBluesky: @musicbuddy.bsky.socialTikTok: @musicbuddypodThis podcast is brought to you by Morning Run Productions.

8/9/24 • 11:56

This episode is a special co-production between Music Buddy and the Skydiggers' podcast, Employee of the Myth"Blue Rodeo were at the vanguard of creating a national movement of roots music...that really captured peoples' imaginations in the late 80s early 90s, and continues to this day" — Andy Maize"The thing about community is that there are a lot of opportunities to give...[The] Christmas show from Skydiggers always feels like a gift... like [they're] doing this as an offering...Their band has never really let me down. I listen to every record and I think 'good on ya boys, you did again'. That show is like that too - one thing after another that's given to the audience, and it's not about their career, it's about this offering at a very important time of year"— Jim Cuddy Loyalty, gratitude, and a belief in living: These are some of the things that motivate and inspire musician, singer, and songwriter Jim Cuddy. His new album All The World Fades Away (June, 2024) is—in his words—a "fictionalized memoir". It's a collection of personal and poignant songs infused with appreciation of life, love, family, and friendship.  Please enjoy this special conversation with guest Jim Cuddy of Blue Rodeo. Featuring Andy Maize, Jane Gowan, Joel Stewart, and Tim Vesely.Thank you to Susan de Cartier and Judith Coombe at Starfish Entertainment for helping to facilitate this interview.  Music samples in this episode:"Learn to Live Alone" - Jim Cuddy (All The World Fades Away, 2024)"Second Son" - Jim Cuddy (All In Time, 1998)"Everyday Angels" - Jim Cuddy (All The World Fades Away, 2024)"Will I Be Waiting" - Jim Cuddy (The Light That Guides You Home, 2006)"Arizona Dust" - Jim Cuddy (The Things We Left Behind, 2009)"Bad Timing" - Blue Rodeo (Five Days in July, 1993)"Torn" - Jim Cuddy (All The World Fades Away, 2024)More about Jim Cuddy at jimcuddy.comMore about Blue Rodeo at bluerodeo.comMore about Skydiggers at skydiggers.comSupport the showMUSIC BUDDY IS:Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) ; Tim Vesely (co-producer)The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie Kostiuk STAY IN TOUCH Email: jane@musicbuddy.caInstagram: @musicbuddypodcastFacebook: @musicbuddypodcastBluesky: @musicbuddy.bsky.socialTikTok: @musicbuddypodThis podcast is brought to you by Morning Run Productions.

7/26/24 • 69:02

One city, two Cellars, seven decades, and thirty vibrant jazz personalities. Journeys to the Bandstand: Thirty Jazz Lives in Vancouver is the debut book by author and veteran music journalist Chris Wong (Vancouver Sun, Georgia Straight, Vancouver Courier). It is an in-depth and rich account of the remarkable life stories of several key protagonists in Vancouver’s jazz and improv scene. From lesser-known icons such as trumpeter John Dawe, to revolutionary shape shifters such as pianist Al Neil, to essential leaders in today's scene such as bassist Jodi Proznick, Wong chronicles this carefully-curated selection of intriguing lives with a gentle compassion, a steadfast respect for the truth, and a deep love and understanding of the art form itself. The book describes the inspiration, passion, and the lure of a life dedicated to music, but also the emotional, economic, and physical toll that can often accompany such a choice. While chronicling the professional trajectories of his chosen subjects, Wong also shines a light on a city with a rich jazz culture, a supportive community, and a fascinating musical history. Music samples in this episode:"Jordu" by Duke Jordan - The Al Neil Quintet (Al Neil - The Cellar Years: Archival Recordings from 1957)"Modal" - The Al Neil Trio (Retrospective 1965-68)"Sax Freeabin" - Hugh Fraser & VEJI (Canadian Stage Band Festival, 1981)"Listen" - Jodi Proznik (Sun Songs, 2017)"The Shoes of the Fisherman's Wife Are Some Jive Ass Slippers" - Charles Mingus (Let My Children Hear Music, 1972)"Home Cookin'" by Horace Silver - Cory Weeds (Home Cookin' , 2023)"Song for My Father" - The Horace Silver Quintet (Song for My Father, 1964)"The Key of Love" - Hugh Fraser (Bonehenge, 2005)LINKS:Chris Wong, AuthorA Trane with Nou Dadoun (Vancouver Coop Radio)Cellar Music Group (Cory Weeds)Live at The Cellar: Vancouver’s Iconic Jazz Club and the Canadian Co-operative Jazz Scene in the 1950s and ‘60s, by Marian Jago (UBC Press, 2018)Support the showMUSIC BUDDY IS:Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) ; Tim Vesely (co-producer)The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie Kostiuk STAY IN TOUCH Email: jane@musicbuddy.caInstagram: @musicbuddypodcastFacebook: @musicbuddypodcastBluesky: @musicbuddy.bsky.socialTikTok: @musicbuddypodThis podcast is brought to you by Morning Run Productions.

5/22/24 • 59:22

Is there anything better than listening to your favourite band while sitting outside in the sun with friends, family, and fellow music-lovers? Very few experiences can top the feeling you get from soaking up fresh air and soundwaves simultaneously. So, as summer approaches, we bring you "Festival Season" - a special 3-part series on music festivals.Music festivals appear to pop up out of nowhere - in a city park, in the green space beside a lake, or on a farm next to a river. All of a sudden, a field becomes a dance floor for a main stage; or a leafy forest grove transforms into an intimate music workshop. It seems instantaneous, but a festival takes months—and sometimes years—to plan and produce. Staff and volunteers work tirelessly to bring music fans the most entertaining, uplifting, safe, and memorable experience possible.In this series, we talk to a few of the wonderful people that work around the clock to bring us these magical events.Part 3 - KEVIN GOODMAN: Tall Pines Music & Arts Festival As the CEO of Front Row Centre Music & Entertainment Marketing, Kevin Goodman brings passion, enthusiasm and a boat load of experience to his current endeavours in the music world. He has a talent for facilitating the connections that allow the dream to become a reality, creating an unforgettable summer festival experience for musicians and fans alike. 15 bands, live art, food trucks, local vendors, kids' zone, beachfront, canoeing, and much more: that's what you'll find at the Tall Pines Music Festival,  July 19 & 20 in Gull Lake Park, Muskoka. Learn more: Tall Pines FestivalFront Row Centre MarketingBorn & Raised Concert Series Mind Aid Music Samples in this episode:"Take Your Time" - Chloë Doucet (Single, 2024)"Find New Ways" - Dan Mangan (Single, 2024)"Algonquin" - The Real Shade (Horizon Diaries, 2018)Support the showMUSIC BUDDY IS:Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) ; Tim Vesely (co-producer)The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie Kostiuk STAY IN TOUCH Email: jane@musicbuddy.caInstagram: @musicbuddypodcastFacebook: @musicbuddypodcastBluesky: @musicbuddy.bsky.socialTikTok: @musicbuddypodThis podcast is brought to you by Morning Run Productions.

5/6/24 • 36:23

Is there anything better than listening to your favourite band while sitting outside in the sun with friends, family, and fellow music-lovers? Very few experiences can top the feeling you get from soaking up fresh air and soundwaves simultaneously. So, as summer approaches, we bring you "Festival Season" - a special 3-part series on music festivals. Music festivals appear to pop up out of nowhere - in a city park, in the green space beside a lake, or on a farm next to a river. All of a sudden, a field becomes a dance floor for a main stage; or a leafy forest grove transforms into an intimate music workshop. It seems instantaneous, but a festival takes months—and sometimes years—to plan and produce. Staff and volunteers work tirelessly to bring music fans the most entertaining, uplifting, safe, and memorable experience possible.In this series, we talk to a few of the wonderful people that work around the clock to bring us these magical events. Part 2 - ARIANA DALIE & CRAIG SMITH: Four Winds Festival Ariana and Craig are "The Happiness Mafia", a live music event and production company, that—in addition to presenting concerts throughout the year—is responsible for creating the Four Winds Music Festival. Four Winds takes place July 12-14 at the Riverstone Retreat in Durham, Ontario. This is the festival’s second year, and the lineup is a lovingly-curated offering of roots-rock, folk, singer-songwriter, world music and bluegrass. In this episode Ariana and Craig talk about how a phone call home from Antarctica started them on their current path, and how their passion for music plus their individual strengths enable them to create a shared dream: presenting year-round concerts, plus a 3-day summer festival on 136 acres of green space in Southern Ontario. More info:Four Winds Music FestThe Happiness MafiaThe Ontarians Music samples in this episode:"Trippin'" - Ontarians (More How  It Is, upcoming release July 9, 2024)"Hey Moon (A Campfire Song)" - Joel Plaskett (Single, 2023)"Juan Charrasqueado" - Quique Escamilla (Encomienda, 2019)"Lucky To Find" - Jolie Smith (2024)"Time" - Ontarians (The Greatest Short Story Never Told, 2021)Support the showMUSIC BUDDY IS:Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) ; Tim Vesely (co-producer)The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie Kostiuk STAY IN TOUCH Email: jane@musicbuddy.caInstagram: @musicbuddypodcastFacebook: @musicbuddypodcastBluesky: @musicbuddy.bsky.socialTikTok: @musicbuddypodThis podcast is brought to you by Morning Run Productions.

5/3/24 • 42:35

Is there anything better than listening to your favourite band while sitting outside in the sun with friends, family, and fellow music-lovers? Very few experiences can top the feeling you get from soaking up fresh air and soundwaves simultaneously. So, as summer approaches, we bring you "Festival Season" - a special 3-part series on music festivals.  Music festivals appear to pop up out of nowhere - in a city park, in the green space beside a lake, or on a farm next to a river. All of a sudden, a field becomes a dance floor for a main stage; or a leafy forest grove transforms into an intimate music workshop. It seems instantaneous, but a festival takes months—and sometimes years—to plan and produce. Staff and volunteers work tirelessly to bring music fans the most entertaining, uplifting, safe, and memorable experience possible. In this series, we talk to a few of the wonderful people that work around the clock to bring us these magical events.  Part 1 - SPENCER SHEWEN: Mariposa Folk Music Festival & Riverfest EloraSpencer is the Artistic Director of both the Mariposa Folk Festival and Riverfest Elora.  Throughout his many years working with music festivals, he's learned that producing a successful music festival is a juggling act, a game of strategy, and an endurance test. But the payoff is big and joyous and filled with amazing music and good times! In this conversation, Spencer talks about his experience with both festivals, some of the artists that he's excited about presenting this year, and how a cardboard Tony Danza ended up touring with The Beaches rock band. Festival Info:Mariposa Folk Festival (July 5-7, 2024): mariposafolkfestival.comRiverfest Elora (Aug 16-18, 2024): riverfestelora.comMusic samples in this episode:"My Heart is A Blinking Nintendo" - BA Johnston (My Heart is A Blinking Nintendo, 2010)"Summer Side of Life" - Gordon Lightfoot (Summer Side of Life, 1971)"40 Years in the Wilderness" - Bruce Cockburn (Bone on Bone, 2017)"Critterland" - Willi Carlisle (Critterland, 2024)"Traveller's Curse" - Ben Caplan (Old Stock, 2018)"Working on My Tan" - Alex Nicol (Been A Long Year, Vol. 2, 2023)Support the showMUSIC BUDDY IS:Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) ; Tim Vesely (co-producer)The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie Kostiuk STAY IN TOUCH Email: jane@musicbuddy.caInstagram: @musicbuddypodcastFacebook: @musicbuddypodcastBluesky: @musicbuddy.bsky.socialTikTok: @musicbuddypodThis podcast is brought to you by Morning Run Productions.

5/1/24 • 44:33

Craig Small is an award-winning visual artist, director, and animator. A co-founder of The Juggernaut Productions, Craig is constantly inventing unique and striking ways to creatively present ideas. His work is  highly sought after by A-list corporate clients, broadcasters, and production houses.   Nominated for two Emmy Awards for his film title designs, Craig has worked with internationally-renowned design houses, animators, and filmmakers, in addition to bands such as The Sadies, the Tragically Hip, The Beaches, and the Barenaked Ladies, and musicians such as Ron Sexsmith, Michael Bublé, and Dan Mangan. Although not a musician by trade, Craig is officially the 4th member of Don Kerr’s indie band Communism, for which he conceives dynamic and compelling live visuals.  A self-proclaimed "retro-mechanical nerd",  Craig's work rides the line between the digital and mechanical realms. His creative outputs exist in a world that embraces both the past and future of imagery, machinery, music, and the written word - work that has gained the attention and admiration of people such as Jack White,  Margaret Atwood, Neil Gaiman, Mark Maron, and David  Byrne.More about Craig and his work:The Juggernaut ProductionsCraig Small - websiteCommunism promo videoCommunism Side Door LivestreamDan Mangan's Show to NobodyThe Dan Mangan ZoetropeJack White demos the LiterariumCarmine Street Guitars (Trailer) Bo Diddley Zoetrope David Byrne ZoetropeKenk a Graphic Portrait (Pop Sandbox)Inside Kenk: A TVO Original DocumentarySong samples in this episode:"Weakness is Strength" - Communism (Get Down Get Together, 2016)"These Days" - Ron Sexsmith (Cobblestone Runway, 2002)"Love in Your Heart" (Love Speech, 2023)  Support the showMUSIC BUDDY IS:Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) ; Tim Vesely (co-producer)The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie Kostiuk STAY IN TOUCH Email: jane@musicbuddy.caInstagram: @musicbuddypodcastFacebook: @musicbuddypodcastBluesky: @musicbuddy.bsky.socialTikTok: @musicbuddypodThis podcast is brought to you by Morning Run Productions.

4/11/24 • 71:09

Lucy Rose Cash is a Toronto-based singer-songwriter. Her debut album— Windswept Perfectionist—is a 7-song outpouring of tender emotion and compassionate insight. Produced by José Miguel Contreras (By Divine Right), the songs capture beautifully the rawness of a budding self-awareness and the fragility of relationships. Lucy has been surrounded by creativity from birth. Her father (Andrew Cash) is a musician/songwriter, and her mother (Michelle Shook) is a visual artist. As a result, Lucy has explored many art forms, including art, drama, and dance. But it is music that appears to capture her imagination and win her attention on a daily basis. In this interview, Lucy talks about how the album came to be, her love of music, and how songwriting can often be a distraction from math homework.  More about Lucy:Lucy Rose Cash (Bandcamp)Andrew Cash (CIMA) (Lucy's Dad)Michelle Shook Fine Art (Lucy's Mom)Sameer Cash (Lucy's brother)The Visit : March 21-23 at Etobicoke School of the Arts. Tickets here.THE MUSIC BUDDY SESSION: "YES PLEASE" by Lucy Rose CashPerformed by Lucy Rose Cash, Jane Gowan and Tim VeselyRecorded by Tim Vesely and Jane GowanMixed by Tim VeselyMusic samples in this episode:"Windswept Perfectionist" - Lucy Rose Cash (Windswept Perfectionist, 2023)"Forced Wisdsom" - Lucy Rose Cash (Windswept Perfectionist, 2023)"Laugh it Off" - Lucy Rose Cash (Windswept Perfectionist, 2023)"Soft Spoken Kid" - Lucy Rose Cash (Windswept Perfectionist, 2023)"Breathe Easy" - Lucy Rose Cash (Windswept Perfectionist, 2023)"Early Morning Rain" - Gordon Lightfoot (Gord's Gold, 1975)"Raceway" - The Cash Brothers (How Was Tomorrow, 2001)Support the showMUSIC BUDDY IS:Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) ; Tim Vesely (co-producer)The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie Kostiuk STAY IN TOUCH Email: jane@musicbuddy.caInstagram: @musicbuddypodcastFacebook: @musicbuddypodcastBluesky: @musicbuddy.bsky.socialTikTok: @musicbuddypodThis podcast is brought to you by Morning Run Productions.

3/22/24 • 51:13

Yvonne Matsell is a celebrated music booker and long-time friend of the Canadian indie music scene. As the live music talent buyer for clubs like Ultrasound, Ted's Wrecking Yard, The Horseshoe Tavern and The Reverb Room, Yvonne gave countless indie bands their first decent gigs, and watched as many of them went on to become success stories and musical household names. Just a few of the bands and artists that flourished as a result of Yvonne's magic touch include: Skydiggers, Lowest of the Low, Rheostatics, Barenaked Ladies, Headstones, Matt Mays, Ron Sexsmith, Sarah Slean, Hawksley Workman, Feist, and Broken Social Scene. In a business that can often be tough, gritty and uber-competitive, Yvonne remains "one of the good ones". A deep love of music, good humour, generosity, and a willingness to work tirelessly on behalf of artists, has made her one of the most admired and respected people in the Canadian music landscape. Music samples in this episode:"Hey Darlene" - The Stephen Stanley Band (Before the Collapse of the Hive, 2023)"Muscle Cars and Sissy Bars" - Skydiggers (Hide Your Light, 2023)"Legal Age Life at Variety Store" - Rheostatics (Whale Music, 1992)"New Westminster Taxi Squad" - The Stephen Stanley Band (That Thin, Wild Mercury, 2003)"Journey" - The Cash Brothers (Phonebooth Tornado, 2000)"The Owl" - The Stephen Stanley Band (Before the Collapse of the Hive, 2023)"Lover You Should've Come Over" - Jeff Buckley (Live at Sin-é Legacy Edition, 1993)"All of Our Dreaming" - Skydiggers (Bittersweet Harmony, 2003)"P.I.N." - Rheostatics (The Night of the Shooting Stars, 2001)"Come to My Senses" - Skydiggers (Hide Your Light, 2023)Support the showMUSIC BUDDY IS:Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) ; Tim Vesely (co-producer)The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie Kostiuk STAY IN TOUCH Email: jane@musicbuddy.caInstagram: @musicbuddypodcastFacebook: @musicbuddypodcastBluesky: @musicbuddy.bsky.socialTikTok: @musicbuddypodThis podcast is brought to you by Morning Run Productions.

2/28/24 • 72:58

Internationally-acclaimed and award-winning singer-songwriter Ron Sexsmith first sang and strummed his way into the hearts of music lovers in the early-mid 1990s. At that time, the distorted fuzz and raw angst of grunge bands dominated the airwaves, and most "folk" singers watched from the sidelines, clutching their acoustic guitars and cursing their lack of effects pedals - but not Ron. Amidst the dense and glorious swirl of guitar rock, Sexsmith offered up his self-titled debut album of simple, heartfelt songs. The melodically refined and gracefully sculpted nature of his music gradually won him fans around the world, including rock n roll dignitaries such as Elvis Costello, Nick Lowe, and Paul McCartney. 30-ish years and 17 albums later, Ron Sexsmith has become one of the most revered songwriters in the world, while continuing to create music that is essential, fresh, and timeless. In this conversation, Ron guides host Jane Gowan and co-host Tim Vesely through the storied travels and charmed encounters of his illustrious career to date.Sexsmith turned 60 this January. To celebrate this milestone, he and his band are performing a special one-night-only concert on Feb 29 at Toronto’s Massey Hall. The show is a career retrospective, highlighting songs from every release to date. Tickets are still available (see link below).  Sexsmith at Sixty Feb 29 @ Massey HallGet tickets hereMore about Ronronsexsmith.comRawnboy youtube channelTHE MUSIC BUDDY SESSION:"Seem to Recall", by Ron SexsmithPerformed by Ron Sexsmith, Tim Vesely, and Jane GowanRecorded and Mixed by Tim VeselyMusic samples (all by Ron Sexsmith)  in this episode: "What I Had in Mind"  (The Vivian Line, 2023)"Diamond Wave" (The Vivian Line, 2023)"This, That and the Other Thing" (The Vivian Line, 2023)"Secret Heart" (Ron Sexsmith, 1995)"Thinking Out Loud" (Other Songs, 1997)"This Song" (Blue Boy, 2001)"Former Glory" (Cobblestone Runway, 2002)"Hard Bargain" (Retriever, 2004)"One Less Shadow" - Sexsmith & Kerr (Destination Unknown, 2005)"All in Good Time" (Time Being, 2006)"Brandy Alexander" (Exit Strategy of the Soul, 2008)"Believe It When I See It" (Long Player Late Bloomer, 2010)"The Morning Light" (Forever Endeavor, 2013)"Foolproof" (Blue Boy, 2001)"Getaway Car" (Carousel One, 2015)"Evergreen" (The Last Rider, 2017)"Lo and Behold" (Hermitage, 2020)------------------------------------------------------Support the showMUSIC BUDDY IS:Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) ; Tim Vesely (co-producer)The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie Kostiuk STAY IN TOUCH Email: jane@musicbuddy.caInstagram: @musicbuddypodcastFacebook: @musicbuddypodcastBluesky: @musicbuddy.bsky.socialTikTok: @musicbuddypodThis podcast is brought to you by Morning Run Productions.

2/7/24 • 117:45

Stephen Stanley is not just a gifted musician and singer/songwriter, but also a wonderful storyteller. His song introductions are almost legendary, and for anyone who witnessed his facebook live shows during the height of the pandemic, you'll know how skilled he is at not just playing and singing, but also communicating with an audience, even when the audience is invisible. Stephen honed his craft through the 90s and early 00s as co-founder of the much-loved alt-rock band Lowest of the Low, and continues now to perform and record with his own group, The Stephen Stanley Band.  Stephen's new album—Before the Collapse of the Hive—is a musically rich and dynamic album from which springs a myriad of  stories, memories, and perspectives. Partly truth and partly interpretation, each song is delivered with humanity, heart, and vibrancy. Produced by Hugh Christopher Brown (Wolfe Island Records), the album is dedicated to Stephen's dear friend Dave Bookman, a much-loved Toronto-based radio personality, who passed away in 2019. In this conversation, Stephen and Jane delve into the album track by track, story by story. THE MUSIC BUDDY SESSION: NO LOVE LOST, by Stephen StanleyPerformed by Stephen Stanley, Jane Gowan and Tim VeselyRecorded by Tim Vesely and Jane GowanMixed/Mastered by Tim VeselyLearn more about Stephen at stephenstanleyband.comListen to Stephen’s radio show Northern WishAll the song samples in this episode are from Before the Collapse of the Hive. Support the showMUSIC BUDDY IS:Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) ; Tim Vesely (co-producer)The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie Kostiuk STAY IN TOUCH Email: jane@musicbuddy.caInstagram: @musicbuddypodcastFacebook: @musicbuddypodcastBluesky: @musicbuddy.bsky.socialTikTok: @musicbuddypodThis podcast is brought to you by Morning Run Productions.

1/17/24 • 105:32

It's the most Buddy-ful time of the year! Welcome to the 2nd Annual Solstimas episode.Once again, we asked friends of the podcast to send us their thoughts on winter and the holidays, and to suggest a favourite seasonal song.  A huge thank you to all our guests, whose talents and kindnesses continue to warm our hearts and blow our minds. A big shoutout to our "Music Buddy Christmas Office Party" guest, Dave Ullrich (The Inbreds, Zunior.com, Lemonade Dave, Salad Days), who dropped by in person to join in the fun, talk about the special Salad Days xmas day episode, and  offer up an indie holiday gem that’s fun for the whole family.The Solstimas Buddies, in order of appearance:Monique BarryAnsley SimpsonDave UllrichJerry LegerSofy CastroJohn BorraRich AucoinKelly CroweEduardo OttoniAnnelise NoronhaAndrew RucklidgeMusic in this episode: "Mele Kalikimaka" by Alex Anderson - performed by Bing Crosby and the Andrews Sisters, White Christmas (1945)——"Silent Night" - The Jingle Cats, Meowy Christmas (1994)——"Wild as the Wind" - Nick Ferrio, Ho! Ho! Ho! Canada XI (2019)——"Hark, The Herals Angels Sing" - performed by The Violet Archers (feat. Reudi, Sadie and Oliver), A Peanuts Christmas, the 2009 Zunior Holiday Album—— "Oh Holy Night" - performed by Jerry Butler, White Christmas, Pt. 1 (2014)——"El Burrito de Belén" by Hugo Blanco - performed by Calexico (feat. Gaby Moreno), Seasonal Shift (2020)—— "Christmas in Prison" - John Prine, Sweet Revenge  (1973)——"White Christmas" by Irving Berlin - performed by The Drifters, Let The Boogie-Woogie Roll: Greatest Hits 1953-1958  (1988)——"February" - Dar Williams, Mortal City (1996)——"Oh Come, All Ye Faithful" - performed by Eduardo Ottoni——"Every Flake of Snow", Annelise Noronha, Christmas in the County (2019)——"You Slightly Care", Andrew Rucklidge, Unreleased——"In the Bleak Mid Winter" by Gustav Holst - performed by Andrew Rucklidge——Support the showMUSIC BUDDY IS:Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) ; Tim Vesely (co-producer)The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie Kostiuk STAY IN TOUCH Email: jane@musicbuddy.caInstagram: @musicbuddypodcastFacebook: @musicbuddypodcastBluesky: @musicbuddy.bsky.socialTikTok: @musicbuddypodThis podcast is brought to you by Morning Run Productions.

12/21/23 • 69:44

Andrew Rucklidge is an award-winning Canadian visual artist, whose paintings have shown all over the world, and can be found in collections from Toronto, to London, to Dharemshala, India. Andrew is also a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter, who has played in several bands, including Farmer in the City (Martin Tielli), John Southworth, The New Romantic Portal, The Linoleum Falcon, Cactus Club, and—currently—Dopamine Dream.  He also records as a solo artist under the name Bobbe Ruck. This conversation delves into the nuanced and wondrous overlap between the worlds of music and art: creating layered and textured sounds with a "painterly" approach, or conjuring fantastical abstracts inspired by albums played on repeat. You'll also learn the definition of "Gnome Rock", why an "eggy bridge" breaks the rules, and how making your own paint from scratch is like working with a Moog synthesizer.  Learn more about Andrew at andrewrucklidge.com Stream or download Bobbe Ruck: https://ffm.to/bobberuck Get a dose of Dopamine Dream at dopaminedreamband.com THE MUSIC BUDDY SESSION:"Too Little To Lose", by Andrew RucklidgePerformed by Andrew Rucklidge, Tim Vesely, and Jane GowanRecorded by Tim Vesely and Jane Gowan; Mixed by Tim VeselyMusic samples in this episode:"All County Holdings" - Bobbe Ruck (All County Holdings, 2020)"Unknown" - Dopamine Dream (Unknown, 2023)"Banner G" -  Bobbe Ruck (All County Holdings, 2020)"Astro Jet" -  Bobbe Ruck (All County Holdings, 2020)"Someone's Looking At You" - The Boomtown Rats (The Fine Art of Surfacing, 1979)"Message to a Friend" -  Bobbe Ruck (All County Holdings, 2020)Support the showMUSIC BUDDY IS:Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) ; Tim Vesely (co-producer)The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie Kostiuk STAY IN TOUCH Email: jane@musicbuddy.caInstagram: @musicbuddypodcastFacebook: @musicbuddypodcastBluesky: @musicbuddy.bsky.socialTikTok: @musicbuddypodThis podcast is brought to you by Morning Run Productions.

11/29/23 • 71:31

Annelise Noronha is an award-winning audio engineer, producer, composer, musician, singer/songwriter, and actor. In the early days of her career, Annelise found herself honing her production skills at Manta Sound—her first big studio job—where she worked on studio recordings for the likes of Oscar Peterson, James Brown, and Jennifer Lopez. Since that time she has gone on to work with music professionals at the top of their game, such as Producer John Whynot (Blue Rodeo, Bruce Cockburn, Kathleen Edwards), and Oscar-winning composer Mychael Danna.Annelise currently lives in Prince Edward County, Ontario, where she works from her home studio. More about Annelise at annelisenoronha.comTHE MUSIC BUDDY SESSION:"Little Bird", by Annelise NoronhaPerformed by Annelise Noronha, Tim Vesely, and Jane GowanRecorded at the Woodshed Studio by Tim Vesely; Mixed and mastered by Tim VeselyMusic samples in this episode:"Lake Ontario" - Annelise Noronha (In the Headlights, 2020)"Slip Away (feat. The Life Au Lait Project and County Artists)" - Annelise Noronha (single, 2019)"Saviour" - Annelise Noronha (My Dog is You, 2001)"Not The Girl" - Annelise Noronha (In the Headlights, 2020)"Lemonade Dave Theme Song" - Annelise Noronha (jingle)"Constellations (feat. Lisa Bozikovic) - Annelise Noronha (single, 2020)Support the showMUSIC BUDDY IS:Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) ; Tim Vesely (co-producer)The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie Kostiuk STAY IN TOUCH Email: jane@musicbuddy.caInstagram: @musicbuddypodcastFacebook: @musicbuddypodcastBluesky: @musicbuddy.bsky.socialTikTok: @musicbuddypodThis podcast is brought to you by Morning Run Productions.

11/8/23 • 78:00

Lori Yates is an award-winning musician, singer-songwriter, photographer and writer. Her bands—The Last Resorts (late 70s), Rang Tango (80s), and Hey Stella (current)— each attracted a dedicated fan base, and Lori's raw talent and endless dedication have resulted in her working with some of the Industry's best.  From Queen Street's cow punks to Nashville's country music bigwigs, Lori has shared stages and studios with a vibrant, sometimes dizzying array of music-makers and hand-shakers. Along the way, there have been awards, victories, and adoring fans, but also frustrations and challenges. Despite the ups and downs, Lori has continued to forge her own path with steadfast determination, unique creative insight, and a deep love of music and performing. Lori's 6th solo album—Matador—is due out in Fall, 2023. It was recorded at Blue Rodeo's Woodshed Studios, and co-produced by Tim Vesely. The first single—"Alive"—will be available on October 29. More about Lori at loriyates.comTHE MUSIC BUDDY SESSION:"Alive", by Lori YatesPerformed by Lori Yates, Tim Vesely, and Jane GowanRecorded at the Woodshed Studio by Tim Vesely; Mixed and mastered by Tim VeselyMusic samples in this episode:"What Keeps You Loving Me" - Lori Yates (Book of Minerva, 2007)"Any Way You Want It" - The Last Resorts (Cassette release, 1981)"Sweetheart Ave" - Rang Tango (Live at the Diamond Club, Squash Hunger Benefit, Oct 15, 1987)"Trouble in the Country" - Lori Yates (Sweetheart of the Valley, 2015)"Time After Time" - Lori Yates (Matador, Fall 2023)"Rebel Angel" - Lori Yates (Breaking Point, 1994)"The Future is Here" - Lori Yates (Untogether, 1997)"Angels with Bloody Knees" - Lori Yates  (Sweetheart of the Valley, 2015)Support the showMUSIC BUDDY IS:Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) ; Tim Vesely (co-producer)The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie Kostiuk STAY IN TOUCH Email: jane@musicbuddy.caInstagram: @musicbuddypodcastFacebook: @musicbuddypodcastBluesky: @musicbuddy.bsky.socialTikTok: @musicbuddypodThis podcast is brought to you by Morning Run Productions.

10/18/23 • 70:34