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Back on for his 8th visit, it’s Dr Oren Amitay. Oren is a psychotherapist and court appointed family expert. His knowledge of the human mind is unbelievably in tune. Todays topic on the show is family estranged. I am personally going through some family issues, so what better way to talk about them is to let the world know.. Every family has a certain family member that no one hears from anymore. We really just touched the surface in this episode. if you are having similar problems with your family, help is out there. Dr Amitay Website

Lisa McEwen is a singer/songwriter that has started on a new project called “Music & Mindfulness”. The idea is to find your direction in songwriting and to have impact. Music heals! This is Lisa’s 2nd time on the show. She was on episode #161 about three years ago. Lisa has been working hard at music and her career. She hasn’t stopped! great to have you back on Lisa! Music & Mindfulness websiteLisa’s full website: http://www.lisamariemusic.net/all Socials! Brought to you by AIXdsp Shop now and get up to 50% off on all plugins.Website: HEREShop on Amazon and Support the show: AMAZONPledge monthly with Patreon https://www.patreon.com/apologueShop Apologue products at http://apologue.ca/shop/

Ford Pier is a singer/ songwriter based out of Vancouver BC. Ford and I go way back to the early 90”s when we both sang back up on an SNFU song called “Bobbit”. Ford was the screeching sound you hear near the end! Ford has played in and formed too many bands to mention. He certainly is one of the good ones! New album purchase link: https://fordpier.bandcamp.com/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ford.pierinstagram: http://www.instagram.com/pieriodpractice/ Brought to you by AIXdsp Shop now and get up to 50% off on all plugins.Website: HEREShop on Amazon and Support the show: AMAZONPledge monthly with Patreon https://www.patreon.com/apologueShop Apologue products at http://apologue.ca/shop/

Kids Insane is a hardcore band located in Tel Aviv Israel. Kids Insane has just released an EP Titled “Who’s the Enemy”. Every song is under two minutes.. And it’s a Banger! Nadav and I spoke allot about music and very little about the Pandemic. so all in all, a great episode! Kids Insane: All the socialsphoto credit: Avihai Levy Brought to you by AIXdsp Shop now and get up to 50% off on all plugins.Website: HEREShop on Amazon and Support the show: AMAZONPledge monthly with Patreon https://www.patreon.com/apologueShop Apologue products at http://apologue.ca/shop/

Paul Linklater is a guitarist/singer/songwriter whom I’ve had the pleasure of knowing for about 25 years. I first met Paul in Brandon Manitoba when I recorded his band “gigvest”. He flew to Toronto to mix his album with me and eventually moved there to pursue a life as a professional musician. Apart from solo work, Paul plays in Dave Bidini’s “Bidini Band”. Paul also has been teaching guitar for most of his life. Paul is a good soul and I’m glad he’s doing well in these crazy times! Photo Credit: Ze Rosado @Photoradical.com Brought to you by AIXdsp Shop now and get up to 50% off on all plugins.Website: HEREShop on Amazon and Support the show: AMAZONPledge monthly with Patreon https://www.patreon.com/apologueShop Apologue products at http://apologue.ca/shop/

Mikey Hawdon and I go back 20+ years when worked with his band ‘the Inner City Surfers” on three different albums over the period of 5 years. When the surfers took an extended break, Mikey started a solo project by posting videos on Facebook. the first song I saw was “Spend the Night with Me”. I immediately contacted him and we were recording what would become the “Unfinished Business” EP. Time went by and we are now releasing our 2nd LP with Clearview records. In the podcast we talk about the demos, the album recording and the out takes. enjoy! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FairmountsMikey and his Uke: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcZSSnpLRI-TOnh4K2g0IgwClearview records: https://www.crvwrecords.com/ Brought to you by AIXdsp Shop now and get up to 50% off on all plugins.Website: HEREShop on Amazon and Support the show: AMAZONPledge monthly with Patreon https://www.patreon.com/apologueShop Apologue products at http://apologue.ca/shop/

QUEBEC CITY, January 20th 2021 – Crowned “Festival of the Year” at the GAMIQ Awards in 2020, the alternative music festival Le Phoque OFF will once again be held this February from the 12th to the 20th, for a 7thconsecutive year. This edition presents an innovative virtual formula adapted to the current global situation. What was once only a late-night show has now become a true hub for Quebec’s alternative scene. Le Phoque OFF inspires to bring together artists, promoters, show and touring agents, producers, media and all other professionals from the music scene. This year’s event creates a chance to reconvene and dissert about important issues such as the place of women in music, mental health problems and the arrival of virtual shows in our industry. Besides panels and discussions, this will also be an opportunity to update your playlists with new discoveries made as you attend the eclectic showcases and performances we have lined up. Every musical event occurring during the festival will also be made available to the public through lepointdevente.com platform.  Our programming will be unveiled shortly! About Le Phoque OFF: Established in 2015, Le Phoque OFF is an annual festival dedicated to showcasing emerging artists all while creating networking opportunities in a professional yet relaxed setting. Inclusive and affordable, Le Phoque OFF’s mission is to introduce tomorrow’s artists to today’s performing arts market professionals, and to bring forth debates and discussions about current issues affecting the alternative music industry. Brought to you by AIXdsp Shop now and get up to 50% off on all plugins.Website: HEREShop on Amazon and Support the show: AMAZONPledge monthly with Patreon https://www.patreon.com/apologueShop Apologue products at http://apologue.ca/shop/

Rude Van Steenes was a singer/songwriter and has been a part of the Canadian Punk rock and Independent scene since the 70’s. In this episode we learn allot about his knowledge of music.Condolences to his family and loved ones, especially his dear wife MicheleA true Legend and a kind and compassionate human being. RIP my friend

Charlie Angus is the founder of Grievous Angels. Grievous Angels started out as a busking group on the streets of Toronto’s east end and eventually found their way inside to be embraced by the late eighties/early 90’s punk community. Playing high energy folk tunes earned a special spot on Queen street! Charlie also got into politics at a young age and is presently a Member of Parliament representing Timmins – James Bay. Check out the new Grievous Angels’ album “the Summer before the Storm” Out now! Links:FacebookTwitterBandcamp Brought to you by AIXdsp Shop now and get up to 50% off on all plugins.Website: HEREShop on Amazon and Support the show: AMAZONPledge monthly with Patreon https://www.patreon.com/apologueShop Apologue products at http://apologue.ca/shop/

Vic Bondi is the founding member of Articles of Faith and has gone on to form bands like Jones Vary and Alloy to name a few. Vic has contributed over 40 years into creating and living in Punk Rock. Vic is also a software engineer that has been in the industry since the mid 90’s working for Microsoft on several occasions. A true renaissance man! Vic’s new bands Redshift and Dead Ending have been writing and recording new music over the past year. It’s truly inspirational to talk with someone who is still passionate with his art as well as his ethics. Thanks Vic! Photo Credit: Frankie J Carroll Check outRedShift: https://redshift-surfpunk.bandcamp.com/Dead Ending: https://deadending.bandcamp.com/Dead Ending Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DeadEnding Brought to you by AIXdsp Shop now and get up to 50% off on all plugins.Website: HEREShop on Amazon and Support the show: AMAZONPledge monthly with Patreon https://www.patreon.com/apologueShop Apologue products at http://apologue.ca/shop/

Elliot Lefko is a concert promoter that got his start in the Toronto punk and metal scene in the 80’s. Elliot has worked with thousands of bands throughout the years and still to this day has time to talk about his love of music and the art form. Always inspiring when people carry that passion with them. This episode was COVID content free!! Thanks Elliot! Brought to you by AIXdsp Shop now and get up to 50% off on all plugins.Website: HEREShop on Amazon and Support the show: AMAZONPledge monthly with Patreon https://www.patreon.com/apologueShop Apologue products at http://apologue.ca/shop/

Rob Moir is a singer/songwriter who has been writing and performing all over the world with mostly just a guitar. Rob has been known to travel Europe by bicycle to get from town to town while on tour.Recently, Rob has released a travel show where he rode his bike for three weeks in southern Ontario while releasing videos weekly to document his travels. An interesting and fun conversation! Rob’s Adventure Handbook YOUTUBE Rob Moir Music YOUTUBERob Moir Facebook music: Brought to you by AIXdsp Shop now and get up to 50% off on all plugins.Website: HEREShop on Amazon and Support the show: AMAZONPledge monthly with Patreon https://www.patreon.com/apologueShop Apologue products at http://apologue.ca/shop/

Kyle Gordon Stanley is a contributing writer for Hardtimes.com, a satirical website devoted to punk and hard music. Kyle and I have been friends for well over 20 years. Kyle is also has the record for most guest spots on the show. The show was cut short due to technical issues. Enjoy! Brought to you by AIXdsp Shop now and get up to 50% off on all plugins.Website: HEREShop on Amazon and Support the show: AMAZONPledge monthly with Patreon https://www.patreon.com/apologueShop Apologue products at http://apologue.ca/shop/

Jay Sinclair is the lead singer and guitarist for Calgary’s own Fizzgigs. Jay and the Fizzgigs have released a 2 song EP in efforts to help the Kids Help Phone www.KidsHelpPhone.ca or @KidsHelpPhone. Hit and Miss was released on November 6th 2020 and features the title track “Hit and Miss” as well as a Wipers cover “is this real” Which is also their hash tag to help kids in these crazy weird times. Check out Jay’s last time on the show: #261 Jason Sinclair About Kids Help Phone: Kids Help Phone is Canada’s only 24/7 e-mental health service offering free, confidential support in English and French to young people. As the country’s virtual care expert, we give millions of youth a safe, trusted space to talk over phone and online chat or through text message with Crisis Text Line powered by Kids Help Phone in any moment of crisis or need. Through our digital transformation, we envision a future where every person in Canada is able to get the support they need, when they need it most and we have most recently realized that through Crisis Text Line Canada. This innovation is fuelled by courageous donors, partners, volunteers and more. Learn more at www.KidsHelpPhone.ca or @KidsHelpPhone. FACEBOOKhttps://www.facebook.com/thefizzgigs/INSTAGRAMhttps://www.instagram.com/thefizzgigsTWITTERhttps://www.twitter.com/thefizzgigsYOUTUBEhttps://www.youtube.com/c/fizzgigsBANDCAMPhttps://fizzgigs.bandcamp.com/SPOTIFYhttps://fzzg.gs/spotifyAPPLE MUSIChttps://fzzg.gs/apple Brought to you by AIXdsp Shop now and get up to 50% off on all plugins.Website: HEREPledge monthly with Patreon https://www.patreon.com/apologueShop Apologue products at http://apologue.ca/shop/

Pirate/Metal/Punk band from France Barbar’O’Rhum have signed to Mannequin Vanity Records (MVR) and are releasing their 2nd full-length album October 30th, 2020. The album will be called Journal de B’O’R and it is a substantial upgrade from their first self-released album. Containing eleven tracks for almost an hour and six minutes of Rock ‘n’ Rum, Journal de B’O’R has more shredding guitars and more double-bass with the same wide variety of folk instruments fans love of this band. The album is a fully-themed party from start to finish and you can’t help but swig rum and talk like a pirate  Brought to you by AIXdsp Shop now and get up to 50% off on all plugins.Website: HERE Shop with amazon.ca, amazon.com and amazon.co.uk  Bookmark the link and support the show!!Pledge monthly with Patreon https://www.patreon.com/apologueShop Apologue products at http://apologue.ca/shop/

L.Teez is a Montreal based Hip Hop artist that has played all over the world with his 90’s tinged brand of hip hop. L.Teez has just released “The Index To My Inner Thoughts” six amazing approaches to tell stories of life and learning. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/L.Teez/Website: http://www.lteez.com/SpotifyContact: info@hydrophonik.com Brought to you by AIXdsp Shop now and get up to 50% off on all plugins.Website: HERE Shop with amazon.ca, amazon.com and amazon.co.uk  Bookmark the link and support the show!!Pledge monthly with Patreon https://www.patreon.com/apologueShop Apologue products at http://apologue.ca/shop/

Murray “Hound Dog” Heywood is the Drummer and original member of Exeter Ontario’s own UIC. UIC was formed in the early 80’s using the 70’s sound of Detroit as a back bone. The album FM hill harkens back to those times when friends and locals of Exeter would meet on a high hill top to listen to music from a Detroit radio station. Foggy nights were the best! FM Hill will be released on October 19 2020 on like 90 records. there was a live streamed show booked at the Horseshoe this month, but that date has been moved to November. The album is really really really good! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/74952020082/ Brought to you by AIXdsp Shop now and get up to 50% off on all plugins.Website: HERE Shop with amazon.ca, amazon.com and amazon.co.uk  Bookmark the link and support the show!!Pledge monthly with Patreon https://www.patreon.com/apologueShop Apologue products at http://apologue.ca/shop/

Dan and Daniel are the members of Montreal’s “Oakhearts” The band is following up their 2018 debut release with a digital EP titled “Triangles and Squares”. the album is released on Little Rocket Records. The album was released on September 25 and it features four awesome songs that will move and inspire you.If you’re into bands like Jawbox and Samiam, This is your band! Label: https://littlerocketrecords.co.uk/artists/oakhearts/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oakheartsmtl Brought to you by AIXdsp Shop now and get up to 50% off on all plugins.Website: HERE Shop with amazon.ca, amazon.com and amazon.co.uk  Bookmark the link and support the show!!Pledge monthly with Patreon https://www.patreon.com/apologueShop Apologue products at http://apologue.ca/shop/

Dave Rees played drums in the Epitaph era of SNFU. Arguably one of the best versions of SNFU in all of the versions. Most certainly my favourite as I was their sound guy and drum tech for many tours throughout the mid tp late 90’s. SNFU taught me how to tour and tour with the proper balance of fun and work. After SNFU, Dave found a passion for video editing and has worked in film and TV for almost 20 years. His Documentary ‘dads’ has been played all over the world. Living now in Quebec, Dave is still working in the industry he left SNFU for and enjoying family life and some well earned calm. Brought to you by AIXdsp Shop now and get up to 50% off on all plugins.Website: HERE Shop with amazon.ca, amazon.com and amazon.co.uk  Bookmark the link and support the show!!Pledge monthly with Patreon https://www.patreon.com/apologueShop Apologue products at http://apologue.ca/shop/

Dennis Jagard is the Lead singer, Guitarist and founding member of “Ten Foot Pole” Ten Foot Pole became known in the early 90’s when the punk rock became popular in it’s newest, speedy incarnation. Bands like Bad Religion and NOFX paved a new way from the mid-eighties for bands like TFP, Offspring, Green Day and even Nirvana to become successful on many levels. Dennis is also a live audio engineer who has worked with Prince, Weird Al and Jimmy Eat World to name a few. During this time of the pandemic, Dennis has created an acoustic record playing old and new Ten Foot Pole songs. The album is called “Simmer Down” and the release date is set for early October on people of punk rock records Label: http://peopleofpunkrockrecords.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tenfootpole/ Brought to you by AIXdsp Shop now and get up to 50% off on all plugins.Website: HERE Shop with amazon.ca, amazon.com and amazon.co.uk  Bookmark the link and support the show!!Pledge monthly with Patreon https://www.patreon.com/apologueShop Apologue products at http://apologue.ca/shop/