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Curating Your Online Presence with Tommyphyll

Curating Your Online Presence with Tommyphyll

Episode 60 · · 31:06

In this week's episode, Rosalyn chats with multi-talented artist Tommyphyll. They discuss his journey as an Afrobeats innovator and his signature fusion of sounds, which he calls Afr...

Reflections On Going Viral with Jessica Pearson

Reflections On Going Viral with Jessica Pearson

Episode 59 · · 37:45

*WARNING: This episode touches on themes of mental health struggles and sexual assault. If these are sensitive subjects to you, please listen with care*In this week's episode, Rosaly...

Making the Record with Joel Plaskett

Making the Record with Joel Plaskett

Episode 58 · · 31:56

In this week's episode, Rosalyn chats with Joel Plaskett. Joel takes us deep into the making of his latest album, ‘One Real Reveal’ released in 2024. Drawing from his long and varied...

Art is Activism with OKAN

Art is Activism with OKAN

Episode 57 · · 34:52

In this week's episode, we chat with Elizabeth Rodriguez of OKAN. Elizabeth reflects on the profound impact of her African ancestry on their music and takes us through her journey fr...

When Trad is Trending with Pressgang Mutiny

When Trad is Trending with Pressgang Mutiny

Episode 56 · · 32:45

In this week's episode, we chat with James McKie and Stefan Read of Pressgang Mutiny, a Toronto-based sea shanty group. James and Stefan discuss the resurgence of sea shanties, their...

The Art of Booking - Mariposa Folk Festival with Spencer Shewen

The Art of Booking - Mariposa Folk Festival with Spencer Shewen

Episode 55 · · 27:03

In this week's episode, we chat with Spencer Shewen, the Artistic Director of the Mariposa Folk Festival. Spencer takes us through his journey into the music festival scene, sharing ...

Economic Resiliency in Canada's Independent Music Sector with Andrew Cash

Economic Resiliency in Canada's Independent Music Sector with Andrew Cash

Episode 54 · · 27:28

In this week's episode, we chat with Andrew Cash, President and CEO of the Canadian Independent Music Association (CIMA). Rosalyn and Andrew discuss CIMA’s role in advocating for the...

Demystifying Sync & Licensing with Michelle Allman-Esdaille

Demystifying Sync & Licensing with Michelle Allman-Esdaille

Episode 53 · · 32:57

Welcome back to the fourth season of Refolkus. In this week's episode, we chat with Michelle Allman-Esdaille, owner and sync agent at The Hook and Co, The Hook Sync Group and Sustain...

Building Community Through AlgomaTrad with Julie Schryer & Pat O'Gorman

Building Community Through AlgomaTrad with Julie Schryer & Pat O'Gorman

Episode 52 · · 30:32

In this week's episode of ReFolkUs, we chat with Julie Schryer and Pat O’Gorman, the Founders and Artistic Directors of AlgomaTrad and the recipients of the 2024 Estelle Klein Commun...

Finding Creative Balance with Kaeley Jade

Finding Creative Balance with Kaeley Jade

Episode 51 · · 31:06

In this week's episode of ReFolkUs, we chat with Kaeley Jade.We dive into her incredible journey from gigging at just 9 years old to becoming a recording and performing artist. She r...

Music in Community at the West End Cultural Centre with Jorge Requena Ramos

Music in Community at the West End Cultural Centre with Jorge Requena Ramos

Episode 50 · · 33:31

In this week's episode of ReFolkUs, we chat with Jorge Requena Ramos, Artistic Director of the West End Cultural Centre (WECC).Jorge takes us through the rich history and community i...

Creativity, Boundaries & Visual Aesthetic with Begonia

Creativity, Boundaries & Visual Aesthetic with Begonia

Episode 49 · · 35:52

In this week's episode of ReFolkUs, we chat with singer-songwriter Begonia.Begonia shares her unique approach to songwriting, revealing the inspiration behind her lyrics and how she ...

Building Equity for Women & Non-binary Music Workers with Robyn Stewart

Building Equity for Women & Non-binary Music Workers with Robyn Stewart

Episode 48 · · 35:36

In this week's episode of ReFolkUs, we chat with Robyn Stewart, the Executive Director of Women in Music Canada.Robyn delves into the crucial topics of equity within the music indust...

Demystifying Labels with Birthday Cake Records

Demystifying Labels with Birthday Cake Records

Episode 47 · · 37:03

In this week's episode of ReFolkUs, we chat with David Landreth, Co-Founder and COO of Birthday Cake Records, a Winnipeg-based record label, music publishing, and artist management c...

Demystifying Music Management with Amie Therrien

Demystifying Music Management with Amie Therrien

Episode 46 · · 37:02

In this week's episode of ReFolkUs, we chat with Amie Therrien, the Executive Director of Music Managers Forum Canada (MMF Canada).In this episode, Amie shares her journey as a music...

The Magic of House Concerts with Leonard Podolak

The Magic of House Concerts with Leonard Podolak

Episode 45 · · 26:59

In this week's episode of ReFolkUs, we chat with Leonard Podolak, the Co-Artistic/Executive Director of Home Routes/Chemin Chez Nous, Canada’s pioneering house concert circuit.In thi...

On the Air Pt. 3 - The Art of the Folk DJ with Tom Coxworth

On the Air Pt. 3 - The Art of the Folk DJ with Tom Coxworth

Episode 44 · · 28:51

In this week's episode of ReFolkUs, we chat with Tom Coxworth, producer and DJ of the ‘Folk Routes’ radio show on CKUA Radio in Calgary.Tom shares his expertise on conducting intervi...

Culinary Arts, Finance, and Starting a Music Festival with Daniel Desjarlais

Culinary Arts, Finance, and Starting a Music Festival with Daniel Desjarlais

Episode 43 · · 31:32

In this week's episode of ReFolkUs, we chat with Daniel Desjarlais.Daniel delves into the origins of the Sakawinow Music Festival, sharing the inspiration behind its creation and the...

Breaking into the UK Market with Terry O'Brien

Breaking into the UK Market with Terry O'Brien

Episode 42 · · 38:00

In this week's episode of ReFolkUs, we chat with Terry O’Brien, a key figure in the UK folk scene.Terry offers an in-depth overview of the current folk music landscape in the UK, hig...

On the Air Pt. 2 - The Power of Local Radio on Community with Kwende Kefentse

On the Air Pt. 2 - The Power of Local Radio on Community with Kwende Kefentse

Episode 41 · · 36:17

Today, we are excited to release the second episode of our series, ‘On the Air’, where we delve into the fascinating world of radio. This week, we chat to Kwende Kefentse, the Execut...

How To Secure Funding with Samantha Matusoff

How To Secure Funding with Samantha Matusoff

Episode 40 · · 25:33

In this week's episode, we sit down with grant writer and funding strategist, Samantha Matusoff. Samantha shares her extensive knowledge of securing grants for artists and songwriter...

On the Air Pt. 1 - Radio Promotion with Art Menius

On the Air Pt. 1 - Radio Promotion with Art Menius

Episode 39 · · 34:07

Today, we are releasing the first episode in our series, ‘On the Air’, where we explore the wonderful world of radio. In this week's episode, we chat with Art Menius about the specia...

Supporting Your Health Through Herbs with Sarah Jane Scouten

Supporting Your Health Through Herbs with Sarah Jane Scouten

Episode 38 · · 33:41

In this week's episode, we chat with folk artist and herbalist, Sarah Jane Scouten.Sarah Jane shares her philosophy on how musicians can achieve career longevity by prioritizing thei...

Working and Performing in the USA with Liana White

Working and Performing in the USA with Liana White

Episode 37 · · 32:10

In this week's episode, we chat with Liana White, the Executive Director of the Canadian National Office of the American Federation of Musicians of the United States and Canada, othe...

All Things Folk Alliance International with Jennifer Roe

All Things Folk Alliance International with Jennifer Roe

Episode 36 · · 34:54

Welcome back to the third season of ReFolkUs. In this week's episode, we chat with Jennifer Roe, the Executive Director of Folk Alliance International.Jennifer dives into all things ...

The Art of Booking Pt. 6 - Hillside Festival with Samir Baijal

The Art of Booking Pt. 6 - Hillside Festival with Samir Baijal

Episode 35 · · 23:10

Today, we are releasing the sixth episode in our series titled ‘The Art of Booking’ where we speak with Artistic Directors of music festivals from across Canada. In this week's episo...

Having Hard Conversations with Shakura S'Aida

Having Hard Conversations with Shakura S'Aida

Episode 34 · · 41:37

Today on ReFolkUs, we chat to Shakura S’Aida. Shakura goes into depth on how she navigates having hard conversations within both a personal and business context and offers advice on ...

The Art of Booking Pt. 5 - Vancouver Island MusicFest with Doug Cox

The Art of Booking Pt. 5 - Vancouver Island MusicFest with Doug Cox

Episode 33 · · 34:30

Today, we are releasing the fifth episode in our series titled ‘The Art of Booking’ where we speak with Artistic Directors of music festivals from across Canada. In this week's episo...

Addressing Climate Justice with Luke Wallace

Addressing Climate Justice with Luke Wallace

Episode 32 · · 31:41

Today on ReFolkUs, we chat to Luke Wallace. Luke touches on the ways in which he incorporates climate justice into his music by inspiring others through messages of hope, unity, and ...

The Art of Booking Pt. 4 - Lunenburg Folk Harbour Festival with Louis Robitaille

The Art of Booking Pt. 4 - Lunenburg Folk Harbour Festival with Louis Robitaille

Episode 31 · · 25:13

Today, we are releasing the fourth episode in our series titled ‘The Art of Booking’ where we speak with Artistic Directors of music festivals from across Canada. In this week's epis...