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O Is For the OPUS

11/24/2019

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*Originally released December 19th 2015*

Trip hop never sounded so amazing (yet so dark). Steve and Doug dig deep and chat about The OPUS, the collaboration between The Isle of Weight and Mr. Echoes. Also is music a product, and can you ever create art without making it a commodity? Steve and Doug discuss the Lavachild conundrum.

Music featured this week:
March Of The Termites - March Of The Termites [EP]
In The Oak (Prophet Mix) - Praying Mantis
Skywalker - Blending Density
Serpent's Fruit - Praying Mantis
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An Interview With Copasetic

10/2/2019

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*Originally released July 10th 2015*

This week an exclusive interview with local talent Copasetic, as he chats with Steve and Doug about whiney Vancouverites, his short-lived career as a voice actor, and the delicate training required for rap battles!

Music featured this week:
​Dragon Soul - Dragon Soul Zero
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N Is For Nelly Furtado

8/26/2019

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*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!
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L Is For LEN

8/20/2019

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*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
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K Is For k-os

8/15/2019

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*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
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P Is For Paul White

6/15/2019

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*Originally released September 2nd 2014*

Welcome to the world of Paul White! Steve and Doug dive deep into the varied and fascinating musical career of this artist from London, UK. The guys also talk about the stigma against women in rock, the line between genius and insanity, and various platforms musicians can release their work on.

Music featured this week:
​The Punch Drummer - The Strange Dreams Of Paul White
Pride - Paul White & The Purple Brain
The Doldrums - Rapping With Paul White
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O Is For Outkast

6/11/2019

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*Originally released August 27th 2014*

This episode looks at Atlanta-based rap duo Outkast, with all their quirks and beats. The guys also talk about school placement programs for gifted youths, Rolling Stone's list of 500 Greatest Albums of All Time, and what's cooler than being cool.

Music featured this week:
​Rosa Parks - Aquemini
Ms. Jackson - Stankonia
Hey Ya - The Love Below
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L Is For Linkin Park

6/3/2019

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*Originally released July 28th 2014*

This episode, Steve and Doug talk about the massively successful Linkin Park, trendsetters in the nu-metal scene that was so-often imitated. This of course means chatting about the rock music scene in the late 90's, Transformers soundtracks, and how to preserve your identity while pushing the boundaries of your creativity. All while touring.

Music featured this week:
One Step Closer - Hybrid Theory
Faint - Meteora
What I've Done - Minutes To Midnight
Pts.OF.Athrty - Reanimation
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G Is For Gorillaz

5/25/2019

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*Originally released June 25th 2014*

RETURN OF THE CURSED EPISODE! Doug and Steve (re)record this *remastered* episode on trip-hop, alternative virtual band Gorillaz, brainchild of Damon Albarn and Jamie Hewlett. The fellas also take some time to talk about misleading radio edits, and remix albums.

Music featured this week:
Clint Eastwood - Gorillaz
Stylo - Plastic Beach
Feel Good Inc. - Demon Days
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