MJ Show Podcast
20 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago -With a passion for music like no other, MJ works behind the scenes as a radio Music Director. However, her outgoing personality led to a morning show host position at Rhythm FM (Hip Hop/R&B/Soul), for which she was also the MD and, more recently, into the spotlight on NOW Country 104.7FM. As the Music Director of NOW Country, she ensures that the station offers a playlist like no other station in Canada. In addition, MJ has a keen interest in getting to know artists and musicians from across the globe, especially up-and-coming talent, and demonstrates this enthusiasm in every interview.
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Episodes
MJ with Muscadine Bloodline | Teenage Dixie | Feb 2023
February 23, 2023 20:11 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MBI loved speaking with Muscadine Bloodline's Charlie and Gary, true friends who finish each other’s sentences in the same way they harmonize in their songs; seamlessly! What I love most about this duo is how well they have combined their diverse musical influences into a unique style that instantly grabs your attention, especially when you hear one of their songs on country radio, as was the case with “Dead On Arrival” from their Dispatch to 16th Ave album (2022) and “Me On You,” from thei...
MJ with Brett Kissel | The Compass Project | South Album
February 01, 2023 20:06 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MBThis was the first time Brett Kissel and I had the opportunity to chat. Based on this conversation, it will not be the last, and the next time it’ll be a more extended discussion; it’s necessary. In the short amount of time we did have this time around, Brett instantly demonstrated how and why he’s achieved longevity in such a challenging industry: his enthusiasm and passion for his work, as well as the gratitude he feels for the lessons, the challenges, and the people who have supported hi...
MJ with Madeline Edwards
October 11, 2022 20:00 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MBWith the release of "The Wolves," "Too Much of a Good Thing," and the announcement of her upcoming 'Crashlanded' album (Nov 4, 2022), MJ speaks with Madeline Edwards about growing up in California and Texas, her family, and the different styles of music she listened to as a child. They also talk about country music, the genres that have shaped its sound throughout history, and why Madeline feels her jazz, gospel, and soul influences naturally led to country. Watch the official visualizer ...
MJ with Josh Ross (On A Different Night)
September 23, 2022 19:13 - 13 minutes - 11.9 MBMJ spoke with Canadian artist, JOSH ROSS, before the 2022 CCMA Awards and Country Music Week in Calgary. Josh shared his excitement about being a SiriusXM Top of the Country Contest finalist, and his CCMA Rising Star award nomination. He also shares some of his musical tastes that has influenced and shaped his diverse sound, and the direction he believes he'll go in moving forward in his career! Listen to 'On A Different Night' here!
MJ with Ila Barker
August 26, 2022 18:54 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MB"If you have ever been in a toxic/abusive relationship (or not sure if you're in one right now), my hope is that this conversation with @Ila Barker brings you clarity and peace!" -MJ MJ and Manitoba artist, Ila Barker, talk about what makes her a special soul, while diving into a powerful and enlightening conversation about toxic and abusive relationships, leaving them, and the growth process afterwards. For Ila, that process led to the singles "Intuition," her recently released song "25,...
MJ with Petric (Night Up)
August 15, 2022 16:49 - 19 minutes - 18.3 MBMJ speaks with Tom and Jason from Winnipeg's Petric about their new single, Night Up. The brothers also share their excitement about the Turn The Night Up Tour, which hits the road in the fall (2022) and features special guests Jerry Sereda and Jason Kirkness. Watch the "Night Up" video here. Turn The Night Up Tour details & tickets here.
MJ with Nate Haller
August 04, 2022 14:41 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MBMJ speaks with Canadian artist, Nate Haller, about his recent CCMA Rising Star nomination (2022), his debut Top 10 single (Lightning In A Bottle), working with The Reklaws, and his most recent single, "Ain't Like Me." Nate shares the embarrassing and adorable moment he met his girlfriend, Jocelyn, that inspired the recording and release of the new single. MJ Show Podcast
MJ with Kip Moore
July 22, 2022 19:15 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBMJ speaks with Kip Moore ahead of his Winnipeg show at The Burton Cummings Theatre on Jul 25 (2022)! Kip talks about relationships, love, and the inspiration behind "Dirt Road," "She's Mine," and "Southpaw," from his 2020 album, Wild World. He also shares the deeper meaning of "Last Shot," and how it led to writing the most personal song he's ever written, "Payin' Hard." NEW song "Fire on Wheels" available now! MJ Show Podcast
MJ with Sacha
July 07, 2022 14:00 - 18 minutes - 16.6 MBMJ caught up with Canadian country artist, Sacha, shortly after being announced as a SiriusXM/CCMA Top of the Country contest semi-finalist. Sacha has since been named 1 of 3 finalists (July 5). Sacha shares why she fell in love with country music, growing up in a small town, and what her success thus far in the industry means to her and anyone pursuing a dream.
MJ with Jacob Bryant (Bar Stool Preacher Album)
July 04, 2022 19:46 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBMJ speaks with singer/songwriter from the rural North Georgia mountains, Jacob Bryant, about his experience and struggle with addiction, the loss of his mom in 2010, and how pursuing a career in country music became both a way for him to heal and make his mother proud. His latest album, Bar Stool Preacher, came out in January this year (2022) and is a project that reflects his growth as a person and an artist. First, however, MJ and Jacob dive into and chat about his 2019 debut album, #Pract...
MJ with Don Amero & Kyle McKearney (Let Em Lie)
June 27, 2022 19:04 - 23 minutes - 21.1 MBMJ speaks with Don Amero and Kyle McKearney about their 'Let Em Lie' collaboration. Full song here! All proceeds will be donated to the Indian Residential School Survivors Society of Canada http://irsss.ca/ "Don Amero and I wrote this song with the intention of keeping the conversation progressing. "Let Em Lie" is written from the perspective of a residential school survivor and touches on some of the hardships so many had to face and are still living with. " - Kyle McKearney "While...
MJ with Lindsay Ell
May 04, 2022 17:56 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MBMJ speaks with Canadian artist, Lindsay Ell, about her NEW single, "Right On Time." First, Lindsay talks about her musical influences, when and why she started playing the guitar, and the inspiration behind her last three albums, The Project (2017), The Continuum Project (2018), and Heart Theory (2020). In a statement regarding her new single, Lindsay says, "This is a new dawn for me. I’m stepping into my new music, unapologetically feeling that I can be certain I’m right where I want to b...
MJ with Ernest
April 23, 2022 18:30 - 18 minutes - 16.9 MBMJ speaks with Nashville, Tennessee singer and songwriter Ernest about his new album, Flower Shops. Ernest shares the inspiration behind the title track and why the rest of the album was built around it. Ernest also talks about his passion for rap, R&B, and classic country and why he chose to go down the country music lane.
MJ with Karen Kosowski (Songwriter/Producer)
April 23, 2022 18:01 - 19 minutes - 18.3 MBMJ speaks with Producer/Songwriter, Karen Kosowski, who produced #MickeyGuyton's national anthem performance at Super Bowl LVI, and the majority of Guyton's Grammy-nominated album, #RememberHerName. Karen describes the writing and recording process of one of the album's most powerful songs, #WhatAreYouGonnaTellHer. Karen also talks about the schools and programs in Winnipeg that played a role in developing a deep passion and understanding of music. #CountryMusic #Country #GrammyAwards #Supe...
MJ with MacKenzie Porter
April 10, 2022 17:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBMJ speaks with singer, songwriter, and actress, #MacKenziePorter, about her latest single, #Pickup. MacKenzie also shares which artists she grew up listening to, how she got her record deal with Big Loud, and achieving three consecutive No. 1s with #AboutYou, #TheseDays, and #SeeingOtherPeople, making her the first woman (Canadian or American) to land three consecutive No. 1s on Canadian country radio since Shania Twain. WATCH THE INTERVIEW ON YOUTUBE! WATCH 'PICKUP' VIDEO HERE! Follow Mac...
MJ with Tyler Joe Miller
April 10, 2022 17:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBBorn in Surrey, BC, Tyler Joe Miller became the first independent Canadian artist to debut with back-to-back No. 1 hits on the Billboard Canada Country chart with "Pillow Talkin" and "I Would Be Over Me Too." He received 4 2021 CCMA nominations AND was announced the winner of Sirius XM's Top of the Country contest last year (2021). Tyler and MJ discuss the moment he heard about his first No. 1 single, why his second No. 1 is particularly special, and the impact his third single ("Fighting"...
NATE SMITH - New single 'Sleeve' available now!
May 28, 2021 18:00 - 12 minutes - 8.42 MBToday, we get to know Nate Smith, an artist who has captured our attention and hearts in a very big way, with his latest single, 'Sleeve.' Speaking with him truly felt like I was chatting with a good buddy I grew up with. His sense of humor is infectious, his heart...wide open and his wisdom…incredibly enlightening. First, in part one of our conversation, we talk about how it all began. Nate shares with us what made him fall in love with music and songwriting. Nate also talks about another o...
Brett Sheroky - New Single '4 Goodyears' Available Now!
May 27, 2021 18:00 - 9 minutes - 6.71 MBToday, we get to know Brett Sheroky, a singer and songwriter from Illinois, who has much to celebrate these days. One of the songs he co-wrote, “Bible Verses”, is featured on Blake Shelton's new album, Body Language. As an artist, Brett released “4 Goodyears” earlier this year and often, when we hear a new song for the first time, something about it grabs our attention. We either fall in love with the music or the lyrics, or both. However, before we even get to hear the song, it was first ju...
Kris Angelis - New album "The Skies We Look To" available now!
May 26, 2021 15:00 - 6 minutes - 4.53 MBToday’s featured artist grew up on a farm in Florida, a childhood that lives on now and interwoven into her most recent project. Her name is Kris Angelis. On April 30, Kris released a new album titled “The Skies We Look To,” which includes her latest single, “I’d Give Anything.” I had the chance to speak with Kris after the album’s release about its concept. I was amazed by how easily I could relate to the album and her explanation of what influenced it. If I could summarize the album in one...
Mikhail Laxton - Real EP available now!
May 25, 2021 23:00 - 8 minutes - 6 MBAustralian-Canadian artist, Mikhail Laxton, chats with MJ about his influences growing up, why he moved to Canada, and his new EP, Real, which features "Wasting Our Time." Laxton, who now calls Ottawa home, relocated to Canada’s capital from his native Australia three years ago upon marrying his wife Leah. The move also proved to be a boost to his creative life, as most of the songs on the record came out of the emotional whirlwind he experienced during that period. By opening himself up t...