Porteau are an alternative folk duo composed of vocalist/synth player Victoria Williams and guitarist Craig Stevenson who over the course of two records have created their own ethereal, expansive sound.
Together with Victoria and Craig, we discuss the process of emerging from their pandemic hiatus, explore the more personal and intimate direction of their latest release What I Need, and learn about their first ever tour of Japan.
Frankiie are a dream rock group that incorporates elements of Laurel Canyon folk, Americana, along with surf and psychedelic rock to create a hazy, ethereal sound that feels both classic and timeless.
On this episode we reflect on the band's impending 10 year anniversary and dive into their second record Between Dreams out now on Paper Bag Records.
Photo by Zachary Vague
Devours is the main musical project of vocalist and producer Jeff Cancade.
Over the course of four albums, Devours has carved a unique niche in the Vancouver music scene with his gothic and glitchy brand of dance music pulling influences ranging from top 40 pop, industrial rock, metal, and professional wrestling.
On this episode we welcome back Francis Arevalo.
Francis is a rapper, producer, and community organizer who explores personal struggle and growth through introspective lyrics and smooth delivery over soulful and uplifting beats.
Together we chat about his debut full length LP Heatcheck, his approach to production, basketball, and more.
Louise Burns is a singer/songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer who has received consistent critical acclaim including multiple Polaris Prize nominations over the course of her 20+ year career.
On her latest release titled Element, Louise takes her synth pop sound in a more meditative and atmospheric direction reflective of a need for healthy escapism.
Bratboy are a power trio who play a snappy and fun blend of early punk, surf rock, and 60s pop while incorporating an eye-catching visual style throughout their music videos, photoshoots, and on-stage attire.
The group has played with international touring acts including Amyl and the Sniffers and Starcrawler along with local groups such as Dead Soft and Woolworm.
Bratboy’s debut record Bratworld arrives spring 2023.
Photo by Michael Aaron Keith
Rong are a three-piece rock group who play a “heart-on-sleeve, tongue-in-cheek” brand of punk.
The band’s recently released debut record Wurst sees the group expand and refine their fiery, riff driven rock sound.
Listen in as we talk about the band’s roots as a Dookie-era Green Day tribute act, the best parts of recording Wurst, ventriloquist dummies, and more.
Babe Corner are a Vancouver indie dream pop supergroup featuring members of Blue J, Club Sofa, Doohickey Cubicle, and Haley Blais.
On this episode, we chat with lead vocalist/guitarist Lindsay Sjoberg about the band's origins, the meaning of "babecore", their debut record Crybaby, & more.
Photo by Megan Magdalena-Bourne
Janky Bungag is a Filipino-Canadian country artist inspired by the outlaw stylings of Waylon Jennings, Merle Haggard, and Johnny Cash.
Initially conceived as a pandemic project, Janky has emerged as part of a burgeoning and exciting Northern Country or cowpunk scene in the Vancouver music ecosystem.
Listen in as we learn how Janky got into country, his love for skateboarding, how he wound up opening for Canadian hardcore legends Cancer Bats, & more.
Photo by Kate Lawlor
Maddisun is an up-and-coming singer/songwriter from the city of Cranbrook, BC. Her second album, Home Is Where the Music Is, came out in 2022 and was featured in Pacific Sound Radio's year-end episode.
Utilizing a knack for pop songwriting, commanding vocals, and by incorporating a range of musical styles, Maddisun has established herself as an authentic and genuine emerging talent.
On this episode, Maddisun talks her time living abroad, navigating the LA music industry, a memorable summer video shoot in the Okanagan, and more.
