INRHYTHM with Colton Gee

Interview w/ Folk Rocker Rachel Hickey | her track "High" & facing expectations

We're thrilled to welcome Rachel Hickey to INRYHTHM this week. Featuring unforgettable moonlight-soaked vocals and captivating storytelling, Rachel's music is a unique mix of guitar-focused folk rock, indie, and pop. Her new single "High" explores the identity and personality of what it means to be a self-described "recovering people pleaser". Starting with a delicate acoustic sound, it swells to a grand atmospheric track with driving drum grooves and enveloping harmonies. In this musical jou...

Hip Hop artist Mouraine on his debut album 'In Search Of Gold'

On this week's episode, we're chatting with Mouraine, a Sudan-born hip hop and rap artist based in Edmonton, Alberta. We get to know the man behind the music, discussing his life journey, career ups and downs, and what inspired his latest album, In Search of Gold. From chasing possessions to finding purpose, peace, and happiness, Mouraine shares his story with us in a real and raw way.   As a first-generation immigrant to Canada, Mouraine learned to speak English through his love of music. ...

Interview with R&B artist Sadé Awele!

Nigerian-born, Vancouver-based R&B singer-songwriter Sadé Awele joins the show to discuss her groovy new track “Intuition”. From its Soul-filled tale of trusting oneself, to trusting and crafting her vision as one of the co producers of the song.    We also chat about the music video for “Intuition”, which has been selected for multiple film festivals across North America.   What keeps Sadé InRhythm? And how did following her “Intuition” help her to grow? Tune in to find out! Desc   S...

Folk Rock artist Sarah Burton on her track "I Hate Goodbyes"!

Pro Wrestler Backstage Pass Braydon Goss!

Professional wrestler Backstage Pass Braydon Goss joins the show to discuss his journey in pro wrestling!    The current All Star Wrestling Cruiserweight Champion, Braydon Goss had been told to follow other paths before deciding to take his future into his own hands, making the choice to pursue his childhood dream of being a professional wrestler.   Making this dream reality has taken him tens of thousands of kilometers across western Canada, from training at the acclaimed Storm Wrestling Aca...

Country artist & producer Dan Davidson on "Girl Drinks Beer"!

Country music artist & producer Dan Davidson joins the show to discuss his new single “Girl Drinks Beer”!   With over 20 million worldwide streams,  Alberta born artist Dan Davidson has created undeniable momentum. His latest single “Girl Drinks Beer” featuring Travis Collins and Australian tour cap off a banner year. His early 2022 EP marked a pivotal moment of his career, with the EP debuting at #1 on the iTunes sales chart in Canada, Davidson took his new collection of music on a European...

Roots/Rock band Bywater Call on their sophomore album “Remain”!

Meghan Parnell & Dave Barnes of Roots/Rock band Bywater Call join the show to discuss their sophomore album “Remain”!   Filled with stories both deeply personal and imagined, Bywater Call’s “Remain” is a powerfully moving collection of songs that highlight their exceptional talent as musicians, songwriters, and vocalists.With songs written about experiences of love, loss, happiness, along with encouraging tracks intended to inspire, Bywater Call’s “Remain” stands out as a project that showcas...

Actress Erin Agostino on starring in the new holiday movie "A Christmas Masquerade"!

Actress Erin Agostino joins the show to discuss her latest movie "A Christmas Masquerade"!   A Christmas Masquerade follows Erin’s character, Julieanne, who is mistaken for her glamorous boss at a masquerade ball by a notoriously aloof businessman played by David Lafontaine. She continues the ruse over Christmas with a mission to secure him as a client, until the businessman’s motivations are revealed, and they both realize that it just might be love.    Best known for her roles in Murdoch My...

Contemporary Jazz/Pop artist Alex Whorms on her holiday track "Christmas Morning"!

Contemporary Jazz/Pop artist Alex Whorms joins the show to discuss her holiday track "Christmas Morning"!    Described by friends as a love letter to her family, Alex's "Christmas Morning" is piano-ballad ode to the cherished memories and anticipation of future moments to be created with loved ones during the holiday season.    The heartfelt, comforting song was written in late 2020 - a time when many families knew they wouldn't be able to see one another that year, making Alex even more grat...

Reeny Smith on her new Christmas EP "Where You At Santa"?

R&B singer & producer Reeny Smith joins the show to discuss her new Christmas EP "Where You At Santa"!    Three years in the making and written at various times of year, Reeny Smith’s “Where You At Santa?” was first inspired by Hallmark’s annual “Christmas in July” movie series. The heartfelt, compelling, and at times satirical collection of Christmas classics and originals showcase the artists’ profound talent, with the majority of the songs written, performed, and produced by Smith herself....

Side Door co-founder Laura Simpson on Dragon’s Den & growing the platform!

Laura Simpson, Co-founder & CEO of Side Door joins the show to discuss the platform's recent revamp, and their recent Dragons Den experience!    Canadian tech company Side Door is a web-based platform that supports in-person shows in non-conventional spaces like living rooms, bookstores, warehouses, etc. by connecting artists with hosts and providing easy-to-use show-booking tools.    Side Door recently launched a redesigned and refined platform that better connects hosts with artists to crea...

Pop artist Josh Alexander of his new EP "Forevermore"!

Montreal based pop artist Josh Alexander joins the show to discuss his new EP "Forevermore"   Forevermore takes a trip from a heartfelt letter in “Sincerely, Josh” to “Hurricane”, a driving pop anthem that was released earlier this year and is an homage to loved ones enduring hard times. The EP’s title track, “Forevermore” is a perfect exit to an uplifting, creative twist on trendsetting vibrations, encapsulating emotions of undeniable love, power and vulnerability.    Since his debut on Queb...

Jeremy & Jazzy on their new Animated show & Children’s album!

Jeremy & Jazzy join the DTP to take us behind the CBC Kids Animated series, as well as their accompanying children’s album “Say Hello”!   The series stars Jeremy Fisher (Jeremy) and award-winning artist Aiza Ntibarikure (Jazzy). It’s set in Creation Station – a world that comes alive through the magic of music. The first 26 two-minute episodes and one 11-minute special (featuring a guest appearance from musician Joel Plaskett) is available now on CBC Gem!   In addition, today Jeremy and Jazzy...

Modern Pop Songstress NIIVA on her song "Friends"!

Modern Pop Songstress NIIVA returns to the show to discuss her single "Friends"!   “Friends” is best described as a taste of forbidden fruit. With smooth, intimate vocals overtop an infectious beat, this fresh new single is bursting with the sweet, familiar anticipation of the classic “friends to lovers” narrative that we all know and love.   In other news, NIIVA notably co-wrote record-breaking debut single “Black Mamba” for KPOP girl group aespa, which reached No. 1 on the Billboard World A...

Award winning artist and viral TikTok sensation Dani Kristina on her track "I Won't Know!

Award winning artist and viral TikTok sensation Dani Kristina joins the show to discuss her moody new acoustic-pop single "I Won't Know!   Inspired by personal experiences and lost love, "I Won’t Know" reflects on the aftermath of a broken relationship, the lingering feelings, and coping with loneliness. After a collaboration with Ukrainian photographer Oleksandra Terletska in Spring 2022, whose artwork is the cover art for this track, the song came to life. Produced by Grammy-nominee and wr...

Sludge pop band The Vidos on epic their epic single "Boomshackalacka"!

Brett Hornall & Nolan Nielsen of Vancouver based sludge pop band The Vidos join the show to discuss their latest track "Boomshackalacka"!  Undeniably catchy, with groovy, retro vibes and covered in witty lyricism, “Boomshackalacka” is an upbeat tune that proves difficult to ignore. The song is the first single off The Vido’s forthcoming album, and follows the band’s previous releases and , singles that each cracked the Top 40 on Canadian Active Rock charts. With an affinity for fuzzy pop hoo...

Pop artist Kyra Daniel on her sophomore single ‘Words Mean Something”!

13 y/o Pop artist Kyra Daniel joins the show to discuss her sophomore single ‘Words Mean Something”!   The track is an empowering and poignant track that is reminiscent of 90’s Grammy award winning group TLC and contains a deeper dialogue, reminding listeners that their voices matter. The song was one of Kyra’s first co-writes with producer Evan Cline (Teddy Swims, Stephanie Owens) and was born from a place of being teased in school for looking different and pursuing her dreams at a young age...

R&B artist Jesse Maxwell on his sophomore album "LP2"!

Prolific R&B artist Jesse Maxwell joins the show to discuss his sophomore album "LP2"!   Produced by Jesse in collaboration on select tracks from Toronto producer Andres Neupert, LP2 showcases Jesse’s effortlessly soulful vocals and range as a producer and player, but also his deft ability to distill elements of classic and cutting-edge R&B and soul into a sound that’s uniquely his own.  In just three years Jesse Maxwell has indeed gone from 0 to 100: racking up over one million streams to da...

Country Pop artist Jessica Sole on her single “Good In Goodbye”!

Country Pop artist Jessica Sole discusses her new single “Good In Goodbye”! The upbeat song was made in collaboration with award-winning producer Shawn Moore (Jason Blaine, Shawn Austin) and offers a fresh perspective on the quintessential break-up anthem. The track is the second single off Jessica’s forthcoming sophomore EP, a project that was recorded at Nashville’s legendary Blackbird Studios. Known as “one of the hardest working artists in the Ontario Country music scene”, Shelburne ON ar...

Myles Kennedy of Alter Bridge talks their new album "Pawns & Kings"!

Myles Kennedy, lead singer of award winning hard rock band Alter Bridge, discusses the group's 7th full-length album "Pawns & Kings"!    Alter Bridge’s seventh studio album comprises 10 all-new epic tracks that are sure to garner the band new fans around the globe while satiating their fervent supporters that have been patiently waiting for new music.   From the opening riffs of “This Is War” to the closing title track "Pawns & Kings," the new album includes intense tracks that were born afte...

Jon Harvey of Monster Truck on their album "Warriors", and more!

Jon Harvey, singer & bassist for rock group Monster Truck joins the show to discuss the bands epic 4th full-length studio album “Warriors”!   The 10-track album, produced by multiple GRAMMY and JUNO Award-winning producer (Arkells, Big Wreck, Billy Talent), is everything you would expect from Monster Truck and more, bringing the band’s signature, riff-driven brand of rock to new heights.   Since the release of their debut self-titled EP in 2010, Monster Truck, comprised of bassist and lead s...

Daniel Sveinson of Brass Camel on their debut album “Brass”, & more!

Daniel Sveinson of Vancouver based rock band Brass Camel joins the show to take us behind their debut album “Brass”, as well as the single “Easy” & “King For A Day”!    Channeling a signature blend of blues, funk, and 70s prog rock, Brass Camel’s grasp of rhythmic texture and song composition create a daring synthesis of musical energy that turns genre conventions on their head.   Refined psychedelia is the basis of Brass Camel’s aesthetic, translating not only through their sound but also in...

Rock band Chase The Bear on their single ‘Underwater”, their upcoming album ‘Honey’, & more!

Troy & Leo Gilmore of Vancouver Rock act Chase The Bear join the show to discuss their new single 'Underwater'! “Under Water” is a high energy rock anthem, with infectious melodies and powerful electric guitar lines. The song was produced by Danny Craig, the co-founder of innovative new Vancouver-based record label Rock Is Dead Records and member of chart-topping, million-selling Canadian rock band . “Under Water” is off Chase The Bear’s forthcoming album Honey.  Originally hailing from the w...

Pro wrestler Jayce D’Arcy on his road back from injury, winning the All Star Wrestling Heavyweight Championship & more!

Canadian pro wrestler Jayce D’Arcy joins the show!    Since making his in ring debut in 2018, Jayce D’Arcy has made a name for himself in Western Canada & the Pacific Northwest West with his hard hitting style, and by being a machine in the gym! The current All Star Wrestling Heavyweight Champion, Jayce is making his return to the ring after suffering an injury earlier this year, and he is ready to remind everyone just exactly who he is!    Jayce takes time to discuss where his love of wrestl...

Folk/Roots artist Mia Kelly on her single ‘Kitchissippi’, & more!

Folk/Roots singer songwriter Mia Kelly joins the show to discuss her single ‘Kitchissippi’, & new album “Garden Through The War”!   "Kitchissippi" is an intimate and delicate ballad dedicated to the Ottawa River, using its traditional name in Algonquin. Located just steps away from her home in Gatineau, QC, the river has played a central role in Mia’s life and upbringing as a source of comfort and relaxation over the years. From learning how to swim for the first time to picnicking by the wat...

Country artist Bree Taylor on her good time anthem "Sha La La"!

Country singer songwriter Bree Taylor joins the show to take us behind her new good time anthem "Sha La La"!   “Sha La La” tosses back a shooter of summer fun and laughter, presenting a picture complete with not only memories of days gone by, but chances… Chances to create new ones, chances to sing along, and chances to fall in love with a brand-new track from a country powerhouse in the making.   For Bree Taylor, singing, writing, and performing were built into her DNA and, by the age of six...

Shiv of alt rock band Shiv and the Carvers on "Meat Machine"!

Shiv of alt rock band Shiv and the Carvers joins the show to discuss the bands single "Meat Machine"!    “Meat Machine” lands as a “post-punk story of a bisexual woman emerging from quarantine, on the prowl for physical connection.” It drives out of the gates with pulsating percussion, matched solely by the vulnerabilities in Shiv’s authentic lyricism, sung in her ubiquitous vocal prowess. The song is equal parts rock, as it is sexy and alluring.    Recently Shiv was going under the musical m...

Latin Folk artist Onna Lou on her new album “Diamante”!

Latin Folk artist Onna Lou returns to the show to discuss her new album “Diamante”!   Filled with stories of joy and sorrow, overcoming heartache, friendships, love, and more, “Diamante” colourfully journeys through the most beautiful, as well as the most challenging realities of life, bringing to life Onna Lou’s most personal work yet. Onna Lou’s inspiration for naming the album “Diamante” (Spanish word for diamond) came from using the scientific process of creating diamonds as a metaphor fo...

Country Pop artist Sykamore on her debut album “Pinto”!

Country Pop artist Sykamore returns to the show to discuss her debut full length album “Pinto”!   Recorded in Nashville with producer Michael Knox (Jason Aldean, Kelly Clarkson), the new album marks more than just a chapter for Sykamore. It represents both a beginning and an end, the culmination of a remarkable journey and the start of an even more promising one. With equal parts of country and pop, Pinto pairs empathetic storytelling with instantly memorable hooks and sing-along choruses tha...

Reggae icon Jay Douglas on his Blues album "Confession"!

Reggae icon & award winning artist Jay Douglas joins the DTP to discuss his first ever Blues album “Confession”!   Jay Douglas' new 14 -song album is a testament to his long love of Jump Blues and the type of Rhythm and Blues that came out in the 50's from artists such as Roscoe Gordon, Johnny Ace, Bobby Bland, Dave Bartholomew and Ray Charles. In the spirit of his influencers Jay penned three originals that includes a toast to his city ("I Love Toronto") and a big band holiday song ("Merry C...

Chayce Kennedy on her new dark alt pop tune "No"!

Singer songwriter Chayce Kennedy joins the show to discuss her new single "No"!    Pairing with Grammy award-winning producer Brian West (Sia, Maroon 5, Nelly Furtado), her new single takes a direct hit to the confusing and confounding messages found within the ubiquitous social media machine.    She exposes her own vulnerabilities by showcasing a strength that is reflected in her core belief that “your own value is not determined by what others might think of you”.   Connect with Chayce Kenn...

Harm & Ease on their new EP "Camino Loco"!

Rylan Whalen & Danny Lopez of rock band Harm & Ease discuss their new EP "Camino Loco"!   Camino Loco includes “Cut Me Loose”, which landed in Canada’s Top 10 Billboard Mainstream Rock chart at radio, and was the band’s first song to go viral on TikTok with over 2.2 million views on the platform and over a million streams on Spotify. Camino Loco closes with the recently released single “Lemonade”, a summer-ready rock anthem featuring JUNO Award-nominated singer-songwriter Fefe Dobson.  Origin...

J3M on his space themed concept EP 'Afronaut'!

Singer songwriter & Pianist J3M takes us behind his space themed concept EP 'Afronaut'!   AFRONAUT is a space-themed concept album that takes the listener through each stage of a failed relationship and the love for oneself that is found through the grieving process, as told through the perspective of its protagonist, AFRONAUT, and a bond with his lover, the Alien.    AFRONAUT marks an evolution from J3M's previous work with more intricate production and a clearer vision. The pop-driven EP is...

Country artist Cadence Grace on “Don’t”, & returning to music after beating Cancer!

Country artist Cadence Grace joins the DTP to share the journey behind her new single “Don’t”!   Cadence Grace is the REAL "comeback kid".  Formerly the lead singer of country trio Runaway Angel, Grace spent six years building her music career when a surprise leukaemia diagnosis shook her world and put her on the sidelines for nearly four years. After undergoing a life-saving stem-cell transplant leaving her literally and figuratively 're-born’, Grace is coming at her career with a whole new ...

Dan Sequeira of Alt Rock band Waterfront on ‘Red Alliance’!

Dan Sequeira, lead singer of Alt Rock band Waterfront, joins the show to discuss the groups single ‘Red Alliance’!    An idea originally born out of a game of Monopoly, the 'Red Alliance' would eventually grow into a battle cry, and a sense of unity between band members, and became the perfect name for a song that captures the glory of creating memories and living in the golden years with your best friends!    'Red Alliance' is the 3rd single from Waterfront's upcoming 2022 sophomore EP 'Feve...

Francois Klark on his single "Cecilia", & upcoming album "Adventure Book"!

Singer Songwriter & Producer Francois Klark rejoins the show to discuss his single "Cecilia", & upcoming album "Adventure Book"!    Klark’s euphoric coming-of-age single ‘Cecilia’ enthrals with a beautifully crafted blend of slickly addictive pop production and traditional musical tapestries reminiscent of his native South Africa. Cecilia is an exuberantly joyful and uplifting song with vivid storytelling lyrics in which Klark reminisces and celebrates the treasured moments shared with his hi...

Country artist Alex Hughes on her single “Tee Time”, Calgary Stampede 2022, & more!

Country artist Alex Hughes returns to the show to discuss her new single “Tee Time”!   “Tee Time” features infectious guitar hooks and incredible vocals, emphasizing the witty lyrics that tease a partner about spending a little too much time on the golf course and not enough time at home. The new single was produced by CCMA and JUNO Award-nominated production team Justin Kudding and Spencer Cheyne, and written by Alex alongside Canadian country artists and songwriters Aaron Pollock and Lydia ...

Country Roots artist Nelson Little on his track ‘High Road’!

Country Roots artist Nelson Little joins the DTP to discuss his single ‘High Road’!   Born from Nelson’s personal experience of worrying about his oldest son struggle with staying interested in school during the pandemic, “High Road” is a gripping, uplifting track that encourages listeners to keep their heads high as we all come to terms with the impact that the pandemic has had on society as a whole.    Featuring Nelson’s smokey, rich vocals, the sweet sounds of acoustic guitar, and the unex...

Alt Country artist Meredith Lazowski on her debut album 'Other Way Home'!

Meredith Lazowski joins the DTP to discuss her debut album 'Other Way Home'!   Meredith stepped away from music to train and work as a digital product designer for several years, but is stepping back into her musical roots on this 10 track collection, some of which Meredith wrote over 15 years ago!   Meredith has enlisted a Canadian all-star team to record, including producer Justin Rutledge (a JUNO Award Winning artist) with Joshua Van Tassel on drums (Donovan Woods, Rose Cousins), Kelsey Mc...

Country Pop artist Kassandra Clack on ‘Airplane Champagne’, & more!

Country Pop artist Kassandra Clack joins the DTP to discuss her new single ‘Airplane Champagne’! Produced by Grady Saxman of Saxman Studios, “Airplane Champagne” is a playful love song that perfectly reflects Kassandra’s bubbly, fun-loving personality. The single is off her upcoming debut album, set to release in Fall 2022. Based out of Maple Ridge, BC, Kassandra Clack is a tenacious country artist who is no stranger to radio buzz in both major and satellite radio markets. With her most recen...

Platinum certified producer YASH on his new track ‘Unicorn’ ft Dragonette!

Platinum certified producer YASH joins the show to chat about his new track ‘Unicorn’ which features the incredible Dragonette!   “Unicorn” is a fun, light-hearted track that features JUNO award-winning electro-pop artist . The new song follows YASH’s debut release , a captivating dance track released in 2021 that has garnered over 800K Spotify streams to date. Toronto-based YASH has racked up an impressive catalog as a producer and songwriter, with a JUNO nomination under his belt and credit...

JP Hoe on his new single 'Out Of The Darkness', and upcoming album 'Botanicals'!

Singer Songwriter JP Hoe joins the DTP to chat about his new single 'Out Of The Darkness'!   ‘Out Of The Darkness’ is the lead single from JP’s forthcoming album ‘Botanicals’!   ‘Botanicals’ encapsulates JP’s journey over the past few years, in trying to find the balance between attentive father/husband/friend and lifelong traveling performer.  Sole songwriter, self-engineering and producing the album, he attempts to live up to his admired jack-of-all-trade predecessors   The stories JP loves...

Alt-Rocker Mikey on his sophomore single ‘Roaming’, and hearing his voice on rock radio!

Michael Shankar, artistically referred to as Mikey was born in Ottawa, Canada. After starting his career as a bilingual TV/FILM actor at age 11 (CBC’s The Tournament), and achieving his black belt in karate by age 12, Mikey decided to further exercise his love for entertainment through beginning lessons in music at age 13.   Produced by multi-Juno award winning Engineer Kevin Dietz (Billy Talent, Glorious Sons) Michael Shankar or commonly referred to as Mikey has created his perfect rock anth...

Country artist Sarah Wickett on her new tracks ‘Good Friends’ & ‘Routine’!

Country artist Sarah Wickett returns to the show to chat about her new tracks ‘Good Friends’ & ‘Routine’!   “Good Friends” is a country-rock track that contains a deeper dialogue that compares fake friends with the ones who always have your back.    Born and raised in Beaverton, ON, Sarah spent most of her time hunting, fishing and watching sunsets on the water, and was intertwined with a distinctly musical upbringing, surrounded by a family that shared her passion.   Sarah has done an impres...

Contemporary Folk artist Sarah Hiltz on her new album 'Calm Fury', and how anger affects us!

Contemporary Folk artist Sarah Hiltz joins the show to take us behind her new album 'Calm Fury'!   ‘Calm Fury’ is a collection of songs inspired by Sarah’s research into the ways that Canadians experience, express and repress anger. The tracks on the album go deep, looking at: how anger is processed in the body, communication with others, female anger and the male’s response, how it can be used as energy, self-directed anger, justified anger, creativity & anger, and spirituality & anger.   Th...

Contemporary Folk artist Sarah Hiltz on her new album 'Calm Fury', and how anger effects us!

Folk-soul singer songwriter Ila Barker on her single 'Intuition'!

Folk-soul singer songwriter Ila Barker joins the show to take us behind her single 'Intuition'!   la is a wonderful talent of Anishinaabe and Settler heritage and has a vulnerability in her songwriting that sets her apart from her peers.   With a soulful voice and lyrics that wash over the minds and hearts of audiences like waves, Ila is a force to be reckoned with. This Canadian folk-soul artist takes listeners on an introspective journey, inviting them to connect deeply with their own emoti...

Tim Chaisson of Pop Folk group The East Pointers on new single 'Stronger Than You Know'!

Tim Chaisson of award winning Pop Folk group The East Pointers takes us behind their new single 'Stronger Than You Know'!    The new single is a real departure from the band's previous body of work and showcases their undeniable musical chops and reminds listeners that they are stronger than they think even when times get tough.   In January this year the band suffered an unimaginable loss with the sudden passing of beloved band member Koady Chaisson. The new music has Koady’s musical footpri...

Country artist Tommy Charles on his debut single 'Lookin’ Like That'!

Country artist Tommy Charles joins the show to discuss his debut single 'Lookin’ Like That'!   ‘Lookin’ Like That’ was crafted by a team of songwriting heavyweights, & draws in the listener with its “classic country with an old fashioned dash of charm” sound and good-time feel, just in time for the summer!   Tommy Charles was Born in Sherbrooke, Quebec, with his love for country music heavily influencing his passion as a musician. In 2019, he appeared on the hit TV show, “La Voix” (The Voice)...

Rock duo Stereobabe on their single 'Tumbleweed', being a cross border band, & more!

Canadian-American Rock duo Stereobabe take us behind their track 'Tumbleweed'!    ‘Tumbleweed’ is the call and answer for good vibes, classic music, and, as the video shows, quite literally the soundtrack for having the windows rolled down and the radio cranked up.   Birthed amidst the pandemic’s lockdown, with each musician looking for creative outlets to continue cultivating their craft, Stereobabe’s masterfully combined forces lead to a slew of singles, media attention, and ultimately, lov...