East Coast DNA

recorded April 27, 2025🎸 East Coast DNA presents: An Interview with The Clue 🎸Meet The Clue — a five-piece band of lifelong friends whose genre-hopping sound keeps listeners on their toes. Whether it's rock, funk, blues, or beyond, their musical bond and shared influences shine through every track. While Logan Mackay couldn't make it to this interview, Chris Xiros, Danny Campbell, Luke F...

recorded Spring 2025In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Mudbound, the up-and-coming indie rock band from New Glasgow, Nova Scotia. Comprised of talented local youth—Shay Dewar, Aidan Maclean, Caleb Rand, and Lucas McKay—Mudbound is making waves with their raw, energetic sound that blends alternative rock influences with the spirit of youth-driven indie music. The band shares their journe...

recorded April 13, 2025Wil C | Rising Canadian Artist Blending Nerd Culture & Clever Bars | Artist SpotlightMeet Wil C, a 22-year-old rapper/pop artist and creative force from Truro, Nova Scotia, now based in Halifax. Known for fusing clever lyricism, infectious energy, and a proudly nerdy edge, Wil C is redefining what it means to be different in the music scene. With every track, he brings a...

recorded April 12, 2025🎶 East Coast DNA - Live and Backstage at The Shoebox: The Boojums 🎶Welcome to the final episode in our mini bonus series from The Shoebox Cantina! This time, we sit down with The Boojums—a rising trio from Port Hawkesbury, Nova Scotia, featuring Willie Stratton, Sara Eve, and Peter MacInnis. Following interviews with 10 Slip and Gardener, this session captures the energy,...

recorded April 12, 2025Join us for an exclusive look at Gardener as they light up Shoebox Cantina in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia! This video features live performance clips from their dynamic set, with a band interview sandwiched in between. Hear about the making of their new single “Spinning Out,” shifting lineups, and life on the road, all framed by the energy of their live show.🔗 Discover Gardene...

recorded April 12, 2025Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at 10 Slip as they take the stage at Shoebox Cantina in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia! This video features live performance clips from their powerful set, with candid moments from their interview in between. The band opens up about their journey, songwriting, and life on the road. From their raw riffs to their backstage insights, th...

recorded April 13, 2025🎧 East Coast DNA Podcast: Alvaro – A Voice of Cultural Fusion and Emotional Truth 🎶In this episode of East Coast DNA, we sit down with Alvaro—a Halifax-based singer-songwriter whose sound blends pop, R&B, and rock with stories rooted in his Filipino heritage and lived experiences. Known casually as Al, he brings authenticity, heart, and imagination to every track. We d...

recorded April 9, 2025🎙️ East Coast DNA Podcast: Aging Disgracefully – A Canadian Blues Duo Defying Expectations 🎸In this must-watch episode of the East Coast DNA video podcast, we sit down with Aging Disgracefully, a Canadian blues-folk duo redefining what it means to be creative later in life. Based in Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island, Karen Pyra and Mike Elliott blend blues, roots, and fol...

recorded April 5, 2025🚨 Jamie MacDonald Returns | Paranormal Arson’s Noxious Album & East Coast Metal 🚨Jamie MacDonald of Paranormal Arson returns to East Coast DNA for an update on one of Nova Scotia’s most intense and unique metal projects. Since our last conversation, the Antigonish-based act has continued to evolve — now with the release of the new full-length album Noxious. Inspired by...

recorded March 30, 2025🎙️Quote the Raven Interview | New Song “Tell Me Tell Me” & ECMA Nominations | East Coast DNA Podcast 🎙️🔔 Don’t forget to LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for more interviews with East Coast artists! In this episode, we sit down with the incredibly talented folk-pop duo Quote the Raven—Jordan Coaker and Kirsten Rodden-Clarke—to talk about their brand-new single “Tell Me Tell Me.”We...

recorded March 30, 2025🎤 T3KILLAH Interview | Nova Scotia Hip Hop Artist Talks "BLUE" Music Video, Local Cameos & Community Impact 🎶In this exclusive video podcast interview, we sit down with Nova Scotia hip-hop artist T3KILLAH (Tevin Nicholas) to talk about his latest single "BLUE" — an emotionally-charged track with a cinematic music video that dropped on February 14, 2...

recorded March 30, 2025Meet The Orchids, a teenage punk/stoner rock duo from Truro, Nova Scotia, turning heads with their massive sound and fearless energy. In this exclusive interview—recorded just days after the release of their self-titled debut album (March 28, 2025)—we dive into their musical influences, the recording process, and their journey so far.🎸 Formed in 2023, The Orchids—Rhys Poiri...

recorded in Spring 2025Interview with Bill from East Coast Experience | New Album 'Aura' + Musical JourneyJoin us for an exclusive interview with Bill, the lead member of East Coast Experience, as he talks about the band's journey since forming in 2017 and their unique blend of Celtic, Canadiana, and Roots Rock. Known for their high-energy performances, East Coast Experience has been s...

recorded in March 2025🎸 Woody Woodburn - Heartfelt Music & Inspiring Lyrics | East Coast DNA Interview 🎶In this episode of East Coast DNA, we sit down with Woody Woodburn, the talented singer-songwriter whose powerful voice and authentic lyrics have won over music lovers across Canada. After transitioning from a corporate career to reclaim his love for music, Woody delivers melodies that spe...

recorded March 11, 2025Declan Rockwell on Norter’s Future, The Yearbook Club!!!, & Expanding Beyond PEI | East Coast DNAWe caught up with Declan Rockwell of Norter after our recent trip to Prince Edward Island to talk about the PEI music scene, his latest EP The Yearbook Club!!!, and what’s next for the project. 🎶This episode features Norter’s track "Rounded, Now" from The Yearbook...

recorded March 11, 2025Laura Welle: A Journey from Milan to Global Music Success | East Coast DNA PodcastIn this episode, we sit down with Laura Welle, an emerging international artist who’s taking the music world by storm with her latest single Night Owl. Laura shares her incredible journey, from auditioning in Milan in 2016 to co-writing her first Italian single Ci Ballo Su with renowned Italian...

recorded March 10, 2025 Marc McLaughlin Talks New Single “Effervescence” & Upcoming Tour | East Coast DNASinger-songwriter Marc McLaughlin joins us to discuss his solo music, his new single "Effervescence," and what’s next for his evolving sound. The track, a standout from his upcoming EP All I Can Say (out February 18, 2025), reflects on choices, love, and life’s unpredictable paths...

recorded Feb 20, 2025 and originally released on YouTube.com/@eastcoastdna 🚗 Driving: Nova Scotia’s Experimental Indie Band Talks New Music & Upcoming Show with Botfly | East Coast DNAJoin us for an in-depth chat with Driving, a Nova Scotia indie band known for their experimental sound and punk-inspired energy. With roots in Pictou, Colchester, and Halifax, the band shares stories about their...

recorded Feb 11, 2025 original release on YouTube.com/@eastcoastdna in 2025 🎸 Charlie A’Court: From Halifax Busking to Award-Winning International Artist 🎶 | East Coast DNAJoin us for an exclusive interview with Charlie A’Court, an internationally acclaimed blues, soul, and roots musician, as he shares his inspiring journey—from busking on the streets of Halifax to becoming an award-winning arti...

recorded original release on YouTube.com/@eastcoastdna in 2025 Kari Lyn is a Prince Edward Island-based indie artist known for her heartfelt storytelling and captivating melodies. After traveling the world and drawing inspiration from diverse cultures, she released her debut album Hit the Ground and has since won over audiences with her introspective lyrics and unique musical style. Her latest sin...

recorded Feb 28, 2025 original release on YouTube.com/@eastcoastdna in 2025 🎤 Mini Pop Kids Live 20th Anniversary Tour Interview with Mike Ross! 🎶In this episode of East Coast DNA, we sit down with Mike Ross, Director of Mini Pop Kids, to talk about their 20th Anniversary Celebration Tour! As Canada’s #1 music brand for kids, the Mini Pop Kids are traveling across 29 cities, including stops in M...

original release on YouTube.com/@eastcoastdna in 2025 Ian Keane of The Bloody Hell returns for his third interview with East Coast DNA to drop some major news! Their brand-new single "Feel It Too" arrives February 27, giving fans the first taste of their upcoming album. Ian shares behind-the-scenes insights, what’s next for the band, and details about their first show of 2025!🎸 New Sing...

original release on YouTube.com/@eastcoastdna in 2025 Victoria Howse, from Funk Island Lab, joins East Coast DNA to talk about the Lab’s exciting new projects and how it's fostering creativity in the East Coast music scene. She also shares details about "A Li’l Affair", an incredible event celebrating International Women’s Day and the legacy of Lilith Fair! 🎶✨🎤 Funk Island Lab pre...

original release on YouTube.com/@eastcoastdna in 2025 Lefunk – Music PEI Week 2025 | East Coast DNA PodcastJoin us as East Coast DNA sits down with members of Lefunk, the dynamic funk-infused R&B/soul band from Charlottetown, PEI! We caught them live during Music PEI Week 2025 and captured their high-energy performance.🎤 Featured in this episode:🔹 Joe Chev – Bandleader, Drums🔹 Nicolás Romer...

original release on YouTube.com/@eastcoastdna in 2025 🎹 Sarah Hagen | 2025 Music PEI Achievement in Classical Music Nominee | East Coast DNA Exclusive Interview 🎹In this exclusive interview, Sarah Hagen, a talented pianist and classical music artist, shares insights into her journey in the classical music scene. As a 2025 Music PEI Achievement in Classical Music Nominee, Sarah discusses her musi...