Welcome to One to Watch Wednesday presented by Studio B. where I feature the emerging and independent artists from across Canada and showcase their songs. This weeks feature artist is from Calgary, Alberta. She's a YYC Music Award numerous time nominee and a humanitarian award winning pop artist who's super creative and very community orientated. Her name is Lisette Xavier. We talk about her very interesting musical journey, Ethical AF Clothing, an all girls music camp she mentors for, her pay i...
Mar 03, 2021•26 min
Welcome to One to Watch Wednesday presented by Studio B. where we feature the emerging and independent artists from across Canada and showcase their songs. This weeks feature artist is from Ontario and she has incredible vocals and she's an award nominated country artist I can't wait for you to get to know. Bree Taylor! We discuss a lot! We talk about her musical journey from pop to country to pop-country, we talk about her podcast, "Unapologetically Bree," her dog Aria, her day in the life her ...
Feb 24, 2021•24 min
Welcome to One to Watch Wednesday presented by Studio B. where we feature the emerging and independent artists from across Canada and showcase their songs. This weeks feature band is a really rocking trio out of Edmonton, AB who just came out with their debut album, "Mantra" on Feb. 5th. Alt-rock trio Blank Statues are our guests. Drake, Bryce and Derek join us to chat about Mantra, where their name came from and how it all got started. We also hear two of their songs of Mantra: 'Serotonin' and ...
Feb 17, 2021•25 min
Big thanks to music industry professional and founder of The Music Industry Club, Dane Liska, for joining me on this episode .We talk about The Music Industry Club and #SaveOurStages . Listen in for lots of amazing advice for artists, venue managers/owners and people who just love music, on how to support each other, themselves, the artists and venues and how to get through the restrictions. Dane's a huge wealth of knowledge and it was such a pleasure to chat with him! Although there's a lot of ...
Feb 14, 2021•56 min
Welcome to One to Watch Wednesday! We have a rock fueled Ontario country singer/songwriter by the name of Ty Baynton in the Zoom studio this week! Singer / Songwriter, Saddle Bronc Rider, Hunter / Angler...those are few things he describes himself as. He forgot to mention super talented! Ty Baynton is known for his his high-energy live shows and ‘stadium-sized’ vocals. He also has a stadium sized personality which makes him so fun to talk to! Released in May of 2019, he released Rough Around The...
Feb 10, 2021•11 min
Welcome to the first episode of One to Watch Wednesday, present by Studio B! A feature for independent and emerging artists on the rise and their songs! This week, we're welcoming Indigenous Country singer/songwriter Stirling John and his song "Believe." He is a 34 year old musician at heart, who has also been a police officer for the past 14 years and serves as a Helicopter Tactical Flight Officer, is also in a band member called Hometown Stereo (Edmonton, AB) and is a super dad to some cool ki...
Feb 02, 2021•25 min
Happy New Year! With a new year comes new goals, resolutions and possibilities! This year can be anything you want it to be! Maybe you're looking to switch genres, try a new style or vibe, make some new music you've always wanted to, go solo or start a new project? HUGE thank you to Patrick Kordyback for being our guest on this episode! He is the lead singer of the band STEREOS, which after an eight year hiatus is back and they dropped their new single Sunset Gold in February of 2020. They're al...
Jan 07, 2021•20 min
As we wrap up 2020, let's head into 2021 with some inspiring, motivational and beautiful advice. I asked artists "What was the best advice you've received throughout your career?" and they delivered some amazing messages. Thank you to: Jeff Dick (The Prairie States) Hailey Benedict (Solo artist) W3apons (Rock Trio) Brian John Harwood (Kansas Stone and solo artist) Dave Temple (owner and producer at MCC Studios) Crystal Smith (Foxx Worthee) LIZ (Solo artist) Chris Buck (Chris Buck Band) Jacquie D...
Dec 15, 2020•25 min
Sing your life/Walk right up to the microphone/And name/All the things you love/All the things that you loathe/ Oh, sing your life - Morrissey We are going to have you singing for the rest of your life with this episode! I'm joined by the very knowledgeable, creative, passionate and fun voice coach from Rockit Vocal Studios, Emma Rushton! We cover lots of topics in this episode. Whether you want to increase vocal power and range, learn how to master your voice to be able to sing songs you're hav...
Nov 16, 2020•1 hr 6 min
Music empowers, strengthens and inspires us and people around us. So why don't we in the music industry empower, strengthen and inspire each other? In this episode of Studio B, award nominated Calgary singer/songwriter Aaron Pollock and I talk about the importance and positive outcomes of collaborations and co-writing. We talk about how you can find your tribe and future collaborations and the importance of songwriting with others and how that grows the music community. We talk about how collabo...
Sep 22, 2020•42 min
This episode we are hanging out with Chris McComb! The super cool guitar and vocals of River Town Saints out of Ontario, Canada! We cover a lot this episode! The big question- but also a basic question, but a needed one: What is the number one first thing you need to start a band? Finding your sound. Finding a place to practice. Finding a cool name. Making a band agreement and the band responsibilities and the business side of things. Realizing that like 75% of Canadian artists have full time jo...
Aug 21, 2020•58 min
The moral of the story is, be a good hang, be a good person and always look for ways to help out the music scene in your city, town, province or even country if you can! There is a lot more to it of course, but those are the main points on how to create a strong music community in your own "backyard." We talk with drummer and podcast host of Calgary Basement Sessions, about building and maintaining a resilient, dynamic and incredible music community wherever you are! Join us for this fun episode...
Jul 24, 2020•44 min
Of course, everyone knows exercise is good for a person’s health; however did you know that consistent exercise and physical activity might actually help make you a better musician, performer and artist too? You always have to be at your best while you're on stage - mentally and physically. Physical fitness and good nutrition are a great way to accomplish that so you can ALWAYS put on ONE HELL OF A SHOW! Big or small! There's a lot to cover with our guest - we discuss ALL the benefits of how phy...
Jul 08, 2020•45 min
Good news, radio listening still accounts for much, much more than all the streaming services combined when it comes to sharing your music with the world, but also for that reason, it’s still one of the most competitive ways to get your music heard. Radio airplay doesn’t just happen, it’s usually what happens after months or years of hard hard work - gaining an audience on other platforms, building up relationships in the industry, and growing your network. However, there are ways you can take t...
Jun 12, 2020•1 hr 14 min
It's been a minute since we've hung out, but hello again! Thanks for coming back! This week, I am bringing you Calgary's singer,songwriter and budding (and excelling) producer and graphic designer Julianna Laine! Up until recently, she was probably known as a finalist in 2018’s Project Wild, a radio competition that tends to focus on Nashville-ready country artists. She just released her new single, "Eighteen" under her new genre of bedroom pop and it's a bop! She is the founder of and graphic d...
May 07, 2020•45 min
Blue Jay Sessions are these sweet southern style songwriter pop-up circles in Calgary, Alberta. Combining amazing music, very delicious food and great company, Eat Norths' Dan Clapson and Calgary Country's Emily Holloway have brought musicians in the country, roots and folk genres together for live music for the Canadian Country Music Awards, Christmas, Valentines Day and they were supposed to happy during the Juno Awards weekend in Saskatoon, Sask. but, they were cancelled due to the current gl...
Mar 30, 2020•12 min
Guest, award winning artist, Matt Blais says, "I believe that we will come out of this better as artists because art is about life and the expression of ourselves. If we can learn from this, then imagine the great art that can come out of it." You don't need me to tell you that we are going through a tough time right now. My heart goes out to you and I wish you all the best. We will get through this! I have to say I am so proud of the resilience that has been shown throughout this so far and how...
Mar 23, 2020•22 min
Over the next few weeks we are going to start seeing summer tour and festival announcements from an array of artists at all levels and I am so excited for them! If this is your first year or first time hitting the road as an artist or band - that's amazing! Whether you are doing a DIY tour or you have a team behind you - taking your music on the road is one of the best ways to reach new audiences, travel, and hopefully have a memorable and great adventure — but any touring artists and performers...
Mar 12, 2020•48 min
Obvi, every band and artist is different – from genres, styles, and everything in between – but they’ve all got one thing in common - they want to get recognized. Merchandise is a great, if not one of the better choices these days. It gives you the ability to take your visibility to the next level and raise some money at the same time. Your merch can be and will be a walking billboard for you or your band. The good news is, there are so many flexible options out there for you to choose from. We ...
Feb 26, 2020•1 hr 13 min
Make no mistake about it – photo shoots are work, and they can easily take, hours, all day or night or maybe even a few tries! And they can be a little intimidating! With Michelle Spice of Michelle Spice Photography, I can tell you, you’re in the hands of an experienced photographer who has such a passion and love for her work and her clients and artists. That’s why she’s our industry expert in this episode of Studio B. Michelle is incredible at capturing that moment in time that can only happen...
Feb 05, 2020•1 hr 8 min
Are you moving for music purposes this year?? Or plan on doing it?! We have an award winning and nominated talented singer songwriter who has done the whole process a few years ago & has found success in Nashville (Ajaye) and a stellar performer and entertainment company owner and award winning and nominated artist who is currently on the road to moving there and setting the ground work (Ben). They are sharing their individual experiences and knowledge and advice on how to call your new city...
Jan 30, 2020•1 hr 20 min
IT'S SEASON 2!!! TIZ THE NEW SZN! Welcome! I'm releasing this right before the hottest night in Alberta country, (Alberta Country Music Awards) so you can show up looking HOT AF (you always look amazing, but let's make you pop w/ personality & style!) We have this super exciting episode w/ Style by Lorelle and L House Inc.'s and the fiercest fashion consultant I know (and ever IMO!!!), Lorelle Holmes & the immensely talented, incredibly stylish, award winning singer/songwriter Mariya Sto...
Jan 22, 2020•1 hr 11 min
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Tia Bell is also a start up podcast about the behind the scenes of running your own business and being an entrepreneur w/ Unscripted Conversations and her company is Unscripted Co. She is also a counselor and awesome human! So we teamed up for this extra episode where we are PLAYING MUSIC FROM EMERGING AND INDEPENDENT ARTISTS! I also tell you the most embarrassing Christmas party thing I did this year (very NSFW) and Tia tells you about the weirdest gift she e...
Dec 15, 2019•1 hr 17 min
Ryan Langlois was perfect for this episode! He's a country/roots/rock singer/songwriter and is the founder and doer of #youdonotwalkalone campaign over the last two years in partnership with the Canadian Mental Health Association! This episode is very open, honest and everything he says is beautifully worded. I loved re-listening to this episode! We discuss mental health as an independent or emerging artist and how important your mental wellbeing is and how to deal with some of the tougher "no's...
Dec 04, 2019•1 hr 26 min
Welcome to Studio B. Episode 7 - Studio Luv with guest, audio engineer and producer, Josh Gwilliam! Known for taking the best of traditional techniques and integrating them seamlessly with modern technology, Josh began his career as a producer and engineer in 2001. He has held his place behind the glass for years working with a wide array of artists in all genres. His goal is always to capture music in its purest form. Josh's distinctive approach to music has led him to work with artists such as...
Nov 27, 2019•1 hr 31 min
Welcome to Studio B. Episode 6 - Yeah, I'm Free-lancing" w/ guest freelance drummer Weston Blatz. The way Weston describes himself on his social media is: "25 years old, chasin’ the dream and lovin’ every second of it. 2x ACMA Musician of the Year!" He's very respected, talented and well versed in being a freelance musician. He's been doing it professionally for over 5 years and he's a full time freelance musician too! In this episode we talk about becoming a freelance musician and how freelance...
Nov 13, 2019•1 hr 18 min
We are back to with freelance bass player, drummer and rhythm guitarist AND talent booker/booking agent Cody Mack! This is easily one of my fave episodes so far! It's a big one, there's a lot to cover and we may ruffle some feathers, but it's a real honest conversation! This episode is all about YOU booking YOUR own show as an independent or emerging artists! We confront the topic of why you may not be getting booked for shows are securing show spots and starting out, most artists/musicians don'...
Nov 07, 2019•1 hr 40 min
This is part 1 of a 2 part feature about booking shows as an independent or emerging artist with our professional Cody Mack! He's a freelance drummer, bassist and rhythm guitarist, as well as a Booking Agent and Talent Buyer and sound guy for some events out of Edmonton. We brought him in to talk about booking show this week. Our best advice - be helpful, hungry and hands on! Originally we were going to have just one episode about venue booking, but Cody and I get talking and you know... we had ...
Oct 30, 2019•1 hr 9 min
We're talking finances and bugdeting with Andrea Nixon. She is a stunning singer-songwriter, teacher, mother and a part of the Board of Directors with the Association of Alberta Country Music. She specifically joined the ACMA Board of Directors to guide and mentor emerging independent artists on finances. It's a scary topic and we don't make it look like unicorns and butterflies, but we are here to help you understand how to finance your career successfully and with less stress! ***** A ll about...
Oct 16, 2019•50 min
"It Started With A Song," Pt. 1 is writing your best song! This is all about - now the song is written, you're confident that this is your "hit" and what's next - because your job ain't done yet! * Editing and why to edit. How to self edit or if you need a new pair of eyes & ears, how to get them! * How to prep your song (and yourself) for the studio, so you get the best produced product for radio or streaming! * What to expect a studio team to do with your song (briefly because we have a wh...
Oct 09, 2019•51 min
