Let's Make A Playlist

🎶 This Episode’s Guest Guest: Ronan Van Kehoe About them: Ronan Van Kehoe is one of two primary vocalists and guitar players in the Essex based band Don’t Worry. The band are on their first trip to Canada starting with a stop at Pouzza Festival in Montreal, including a date in St. Catharines at the Niagara Artists Centre, with my band Green White Checkered opening up alongside Nitro Girl, and Str...

🎶 This Episode’s Guest Guest: Maya Ritchie About them: Maya Ritchie is a solo artist who blends an array of genres and influences for a nostalgic all her own. Follow her on socials to keep up with where she is playing next and her future music releases. Explore their work: Website —https://linktr.ee/mayaritchie#477132333 Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/mayaritchie.music/ Latest Project — ht...

🎶 This Episode’s Guest Guest: Al Nolan About them: Al is the vocalist for Almighty Trigger Happy and owns Cursed Blessings Records, a label for heavy music. Explore their work: Website — https://cursedblessingsrecords.com/ Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/alnineleven Latest Project — https://cursed-blessings-records.myshopify.com/collections/almighty-trigger-happy   📝 The Playlist The full...

🎶 This Episode’s Guest Guest: Kris Goetz and Nolan Jodes About them: The duo write, record and release music as Lonely Little Kitsch. They also operate From The Strait, a music PR website that amplifies the sounds of Niagara and offers PR services to all levels of musicians. They have also formed indie label Swear Word Records.  Explore their work: Website — https://fromthestrait.com/lonely-littl...

🎶 This Episode’s Guest Guest: Jay Knelsen About them: Jay sings and plays guitar in Real Kevin, a three piece garage rock band from Niagara. Real Kevin has been writing and performing their take on garage rock, post-punk & grunge throughout southern ontario and are readying the release of their newest single “Living & Dying In Utah”. Explore their work: Website — https://www.realkevintheb...

🎶 This Episode’s Guest Guest: Max Trepanier About them: Max is the lead singer for Ottawa based indie rock band The New Hires. They are currently on a 9 date tour celebrating their latest EP Talking To The Walls with a stop in Niagara Falls on March 28th! Explore their work: Website — thenewhires.com Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/thenewhiresmusic/ Latest Project — https://www.submithub.co...

🎶 This Episode’s Guest Guest: Brandon Agnew About them: Brandon Agnew is a Niagara musician known for his straightforward approach to songwriting and music making. Brandon leads two original projects: The Night Shadows and The Euchre Party, both touring outfits with distinct personalities and sounds Explore their work: Website — https://brandonagnew.com/home Instagram —https://www.instagram.com/b...

🎧 Let’s Make a Playlist Let’s Make a Playlist is the show where music obsession meets joyful overthinking. Each episode, I sit down with artists, writers, musicians, and fellow audio nerds to build a themed playlist from scratch. We explore the lost art of making mix tapes, CD’s and playlists while reflecting on the music that made them. It’s part hang, part deep dive, part musical archaeology. B...

🎧 Let’s Make a Playlist Let’s Make a Playlist is the show where music obsession meets joyful overthinking. Each episode, I sit down with artists, writers, musicians, and fellow audio nerds to build a themed playlist from scratch. We explore the lost art of making mix tapes, CD’s and playlists while reflecting on the music that made them. It’s part hang, part deep dive, part musical archaeology. B...

In this season finale of 'Let's Make a Playlist', host Jonathon Howe sits down with Luke Bentham of The Dirty Nil to discuss their upcoming album, 'The Lash', the recording process, and the evolution of their sound. They delve into guitar tones, memorable live experiences, and the importance of collaboration in music. The conversation also touches on the Hamilton music scene an...

In this episode of 'Let's Make a Playlist', host Jonathon Howe is joined by musician Alex Hobson, who shares insights into his diverse musical projects, influences, and experiences in the music scene. They discuss Alex's journey from Kitchener to Niagara, his solo career, and the impact of Nashville on his songwriting. The conversation also touches on Alex's passion for hockey,...

In this episode, Jonathon Howe visits Frostbite Recording Studio, where he engages with the team, Jack, Bailey and Kurtis, about their unique approach to recording and filming live music sessions. They discuss the challenges of working in a small space, the importance of supporting local musicians, and the value of documenting the music scene. The conversation also touches on their inspirations an...

In this episode of 'Let's Make a Playlist', host Jonathon Howe welcomes Kenny Holt, a guitarist from the band The Lazys. They discuss Kenny's musical influences, his journey in the music industry, and his passion for motorsports. The conversation also delves into Kenny's new guitar, his thoughts on iconic bands like Guns N' Roses and Kiss, and his plans for a travel blog fo...

In this episode of 'Let's Make a Playlist', host Jonathon Howe chats with Ashleigh Darrach about her journey in radio, the importance of music in personal milestones like weddings, and the art of creating playlists. They discuss memorable concert experiences, local music scenes, and the impact of video game soundtracks on music discovery. Ashleigh shares her favorite songs, artists, and personal s...

Summary In this episode of 'Let's Make a Playlist', host Jonathon Howe engages in a deep conversation with singer-songwriter Amanda Lyn Parker. They explore Amanda's songwriting journey, the evolution of her music, and the impact of the pandemic on her creativity. The discussion delves into the importance of collaboration in the music scene, the subjectivity of music production, and the joy of cre...

Old friends and for a short time bandmates catch up as Jonathon Howe speaks with Matt D'Amico from Panharmonicon about the band's journey, musical influences, and the creative process behind their self-titled debut record. They delve into the intricacies of songwriting, the unique sound of Panharmonicon, and the importance of collaboration in music. The discussion also touches on the grunge genre,...

In this episode of 'Let's Make a Playlist', host Jonathon Howe engages with drummer Matteo Ramundo, exploring the intricacies of playlist creation, musical influences, and the evolution of drumming in modern music. They discuss Matteo's musical journey, live performance experiences, and the importance of local music scenes. The conversation transitions into a fun playlist challenge where Matteo sh...

In this conversation, Kirk Danuco discusses his role as a show promoter and the challenges of putting on shows. He also talks about the music scene in Niagara and the importance of connecting artists and building longevity within the scene. Kirk shares his favorite drum performance, which is the song by Queens of the Stone Age. He also mentions that he is not familiar with songs from the 1970's bu...

Niagara psych punks Days On Parade join Jonathon this week to discuss their diverse musical interests and how they have collectively formed the bands unique sound. The band are getting ready to head out on a fall tour that will culminate with an EP release party November 2nd at Warehouse Concert Hall in St. Catharines. Grab your tickets here: https://warehouseconcerthall.com/shows/24-11-02-daysonp...

In this episode of 'Let's Make a Playlist', host Jonathon Howe engages with guest Vince Soliveri, a versatile music producer and musician. They explore the nuances of creating playlists, the evolution of music genres, and the art of mixing and mastering. Vince shares his diverse musical background, favorite tracks, and the significance of music in personal life. The conversation culminates in a di...

In the debut episode of Let's Make a Playlist, Jonathon Howe chats with Anthony Botting (The Cocktails, A Book For Wanderers) about the significance of playlists and mixtapes in music culture. They share personal stories about their musical journeys, including their experiences with Green Day and the formation of The Cocktails. The conversation delves into the DIY approach to music production, the...