It's the band we've spoken about the most that haven't done an episode on yet: here it is! Canadian band Stars, and their constantly evolving sound. From pop hits to experimental electronica, Stars constantly strives to mature their sound. The fellas also talk about Taylor Swift dishing on her exes, pop hooks, and helping out your fellow bands.

Music featured this week:
Take Me To The Riot - In Our Bedroom After The War
We Don't Want Your Body - The Five Ghosts
Elevator Love Letter - Heart
In Our Bedroom After The War - In Our Bedroom After The War

Doug and Steve look at Canadian rock legends Our Lady Peace. The fellas also discuss advertising, teenage rebellion, and commercial versus critical success.

​Music featured this week:
Thief - Happiness... Is Not A Fish That You Can Catch
Somewhere Out There - Gravity
​Clumsy - Clumsy
If You Believe - Spiritual Machines

*Originally released March 14th 2017*

This week, Steve and Doug tackle Montreal trio Plants and Animals. The guys also chat about the Junos and the Polaris Music Prize, and what Canadians value in music.

Music featured this week:
Control Me - The End Of That
Feedback In The Field - Parc Avenue
​The Mama Papa - La La Land

*Originally released September 13th 2016*

This episode, Doug and Steve chat about Toronto underground Apocalyptic Pop trio Bravestation.  The boys also chat about musical frisson, the question of keeping past releases available, and Doug's pick for the best single of 2015.

Music featured this week:
Actors - V [EP]
Signs Of The Civilized - Giants & Dreamers
13th Floor - 13th Floor [single]
Future Love - IV [EP]

*Originally released August 18th 2016*

This week, we have an exclusive interview with local musician Marq Desouza, as he chats with Steve and Doug about dinner theatre, exposure to new talent, and how music has changed in the digital age.

Music featured this week:
​Who Is Better Than Us? - ...& All His Boyish Charms

*Originally released June 18th 2015*

The end of the Canadian run! This time Steve and Doug cover Zeus, a quartet who backed Jason Collett for years, and pay homage to the greats of the past. Also, we dish some more love to the Arts & Crafts label, Dr. Zaius, and dam documentaries.

Music featured this week:
27 Is The New 17 - Classic Zeus
How Does It Feel? - Say Us
Are You Gonna Waste My Time? - Busting Visions

*Originally released June 9th 2015*

This week Doug and Steve jump around Canada to follow in the footsteps of Young Galaxy, a band deeply entrenched in the Canadian music scene while also being underwater apparently. There's also some chit chat about Stars (again), bands who shift labels, and being nominated for the Polaris Music Prize.

Music featured this week:
We Have Everything - Shapeshifting
Fall For You - Ultramarine
Come And See - Young Galaxy
Blown Minded - Shapeshifting

*Originally released May 27th 2015*

This week, journey to Niagara Falls to catch up with Xprime, a quartet made up of three snazzy guys and The Doctor. The bros also talk about wonky pronunciations, rocking the Kasbah / Casbah, and fun music videos. Xprime may have ended shortly after this podcast aired, but three of the members reformed as James Blonde, and that band's info is down below.

Music featured this week:
My Fair Lady - The Album
Tell Me Why - Here We Are [EP]
Early To The Sun - The Album
Ambedo - PM

*Originally released May 21st 2015*

This week Doug and Steve look at the boys from Kelowna, We Are The City, and their musical journey from high school to violence. The guys also chat about what defines Christian music, the wonder that is Bandcamp, and Doug's first bachelor party.

Music featured this week:
Get Happy - High School [EP]
Friends Hurt - Violent
Astronomers - In A Quiet World​
​Legs Give Out - Violent

*Originally released May 14th 2015*

Three cities, two countries, one band: join Steve and Doug as they look out on the horizon to the Vast Robot Armies. The guys also take the time to talk about when bands combine, lazy music reviewers, and being chill in interviews. Also Steve regales with his story of picking up the fabled UJ3RK5 EP!

Music featured this week:
Foxtrot - Little Creatures
Grey Area Living - Goodnight Myopia
Little Creatures - Little Creatures

*Originally released May 6th 2015*

Back in the dark recesses of the Vancouver nightlife, there was once a post-punk spastic collection of artists called UJ3RK5. Steve and Doug try to make sense of it all.

**Retraction! It appears that UJ3RK5 was not affiliated with the soundtrack of the film Big Meateater. We've endeavoured to remove mention of the film from this episode, but just in case any references snuck in, please take note**

Music featured this week:
Eisenhower & The Hippies
The Anglican
The Locator
Naum Gabo

*Originally released April 29th 2015*

Doug and Steve take a deep look at The Tea Party, a staple of Canadian (and Australian) music collectors. The duo also gab about the influence of pop radio on Canadian music, rock voices, and albums that reward patience.

Music featured this week:
Heaven Coming Down - Triptych
Temptation - Transmission
Angels - The Interzone Mantras

*Originally released April 22nd 2015*

This week during the Canadian run, Steve and Doug get pumped over the uber-talented Spiral Beach! The two also chat about great music videos, movie soundtracks, and how splinter groups can sound totally different from the originating band.

Music featured this week:
Made Of Stone - Ball
May Go Round (In A Mania) - The Only Really Thing
Voodoo - Spiral Beach

*Originally released April 16th 2015*

Jumping forward in our Canadian run, Doug and Steve stop in Winnipeg to talk about a proud addition to the Motown family: Remy Shand. The guys also talk about what really defines true fans, being cautious when investing in purchasing albums, and the move from musician to producer and back again.

Music featured this week:
Rocksteady - The Way I Feel
The Best In Me - The Best In Me [single]
Take A Message - The Way I Feel
The Mind's Eye - The Way I Feel

*Originally released April 8th 2015*

Stepping back in time a bit to the grand ol' city of Regina for Queen City Kids. Steve and Doug dig deep into nostalgia and what it means to music, while also musing on when labels screwing a band and distributing older music in the digital age.

Six Degrees From King Crimson:
Queen City Kids -> Gene Martynek -> Bruce Cockburn -> Colin Linden -> Bob Dylan -> Ian Wallace -> King Crimson

Music featured this week:
Dance - Black Box
​Follow You There - Queen City Kids
Secret Smoke - Queen City Kids
Girls - Black Box

*Originally released April 3rd 2015*

Double the fun on the Canadian run! Steve and Doug talk about the Canadian powerhouse known as The Philosopher Kings and their offshoot band Prozzäk. Throw in a bit of Jarvis Church and Track & Field, and the guys also find The Ultimate Philosopher Kings Song!

Music featured this week:
You Stepped On My Life - Famous, Rich And Beautiful
Charms - The Philosopher Kings
Cry - Famous, Rich and Beautiful
Strange Disease - Hot Show
www.nevergetoveryou - Saturday People
​Sucks To Be You - Hot Show

*Originally released March 25th 2015*

The Canadian run pushes on! This time, Steve and Doug chat about composer/musician Owen Pallett. They also talk about Dungeons & Dragons, being a geek, and how Steve got the nickname "The Butcher."

Music featured this week:
Lewis Takes Off His Shirt - Heartland
He Poos Clouds - He Poos Clouds
Song For Five & Six - In Conflict

*Originally released March 19th 2015*

This week on the Canadian run, Doug and Steve look at the highs and lows of Nelly Furtado, one of Canada's biggest pop acts. The boys also remark on single releases, how publicity effects album sales, and how track order can make or break an album.

Music featured this week:
Powerless (Say What You Want) - Folklore
Maneater - Loose
​I'm Like A Bird - Whoa, Nelly!

*Originally released March 13th 2015*

Steve and Doug continue the Canadian Run with The Most Serene Republic, a band with an impressively aggressive body of work. The guys also muse on self-production, being an opening act, and the continued evolution of a band's sound.

Music featured this week:
Heavens To Purgatory - ...And The Ever Expanding Universe
(Oh) God - Underwater Cinematographer
The Men Who Live Upstairs - Population
Where Cedar Nouns And Adverbs Walk - Underwater Cinematographer

*Originally released March 6th 2015*

On this episode of the Canadian Run, Steve and Doug travel back to the summer of 1999: The Summer of LEN. Don't pretend you haven't missed it. Sidebars include the Frozen phenomenon, ever evolving line ups, and the magic of Biz Markie.

Music featured this week:
A Brother Sister Thing - The Diary Of The Madmen
Candy Pop - Superstar
If You Steal My Sunshine - You Can't Stop The Bum Rush

*Originally released February 27th 2015*

This episode, Steve and Doug talk a bit about k-os, and everyone's favourite topic: race relations in Canada! The duo also talk about Fred Penner, issues with the music industry, and the difficulty marketing your music over pop radio.

Music featured this week:
I Wish I Knew Natalie Portman - Yes!
​Sunday Morning - Atlantis: Hymns For Disco
​Crabbuckit - Joyful Rebellion

*Originally released February 19th 2015*

Steve and Doug are joined once again by Nathan Ferguson  to discuss Johnny Hollow, the musical project spearheaded by Vincent Marcone. The guys chat about being screwed by labels, macabre art projects, and crowd funding done right. Also Steve tells a story about the dark, crazy history of a certain Russian Monk.

Music featured this week:
​This Hollow World - Dirty Hands
Devil's Night - A Collection Of Creatures
Dark Thing - Johnny Hollow

*Originally released February 11th 2015*

Steve and Doug are joined by Nathan Ferguson to chat about local group INCURA. The three also chat about the real benefit of going to live shows, getting friendly with local bands, and working Joe Jobs at the local theatre.

Music featured this week:
I'm Here Waiting - INCURA
I'd Give Anything - swords.souls.secrets
​Three - swords.souls.secrets
Nickels and Dimes - swords.souls.secrets

*Originally released January 30th 2015*

On this episode, Doug and Steve look at one of the biggest bands to come out of Vancouver in recent years, and for good reason, Hey Ocean! The two also muse over My Little Pony, guest appearances in music videos, and approaching celebrities at movie theatres.

Music featured this week:
​A Song About California - It's Easier To Be Somebody Else
Big Blue Wave - Is
Warning - Stop Looking Like Music
Make A New Dance Up - Is

*Originally released January 21st 2015*

This episode, Doug and Steve cover a Canadian classic formed by Ian and Sylvia Tyson: Great Speckled Bird. Two albums, a tv show, and a million line up changes - wow these guys were busy! The brothers also talk about moving to the US as a career choice, variety shows, and making it up as you go along.

Six Degrees From King Crimson:
Great Speckled Bird -> Todd Rundgren -> Hall & Oates -> Robert Fripp -> King Crimson
Great Speckled Bird -> David Briggs -> B. B. King -> U2 -> Brian Eno -> Robert Fripp, Adrian Belew -> King Crimson

Music featured this week: 
Long Long Time To Get Old - Great Speckled Bird
Some Kind Of Fool - Ol' Eon
Old Cheyenne - You Were On My Mind
Calgary - Great Speckled Bird