The Sit Down podcast with Mark and Joel

We're hanging out with Jason and James from Twelve Years Today and we talk about the joys of being a parent, their songwriting process and their first gig. We geek out over Marvel comics and go all out on Joel's scam-buys. There are a lot of laughs in this episode, so if you're in a bad mood, watch this! Twelve Years Today on:Twitter: https://twitter.com/twelveyearsband YouTube: https://www.youtub...

In Episode 54, we're joined by Jordyn Pollard, 2020's SCM Award-winning emerging artist from Lloydminster, SK. We talk about her education, the TV shows she watches, her songs, growing up and we come up with a great concept for new episodes! Jordyn on:Her website: https://www.jordynpollardmusic.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/jordynpollard1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jordynpollardmusic In...

In the first episode of our second year, our guest is Prince Albert's Saskatchewan Music Award Nominee Patrick Moon Bird. We talk about his new album called 2021, his process of creating lowfi beats, what it reminds us of, life and the music scene in Prince Albert, and a lot more! Patrick on:LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/PatrickMoonBird Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PatrickMoonBirdMusic/ Instag...

Episode 52, the last one of the first year! We have Fallon Bowman as our guest. Known as her alter ego Amphibious Assault or as a previous member of heavy metal band Kittie. We talk about Ozzfest, her Twitch streaming, her musical influences, her new album called Simulacrima, TikTok, music covers,  Bandcamp, Sarge makes several special appearances, International versions of albums, voice acting an...

Episode 51 is dedicated to Prince Albert singer-songwriter Kayleigh Skomorowski. She's running an already-funded Kickstarter campaign to launch her album and have it pressed on vinyl. We talk about the campaign, the perks, her hiatus, teaching music and much more! Kayleigh on:Her Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/skomo/stay-wild-album-release?ref=project_link Her website: https://w...

In episode 50, we went live with The Steadies! We talked about what changed after them signing the record deal with Sony, we meet the newest band member. Kurtis wakes up from his nap. We talk about Earl's underwear in China, Jesse's Fender Stratocaster, whatever happened in Fernie at The Northern. We had a blast! The Steadies on:Their website: https://thesteadies.ca Twitter: https://twitter.com/Th...

In this episode, we sit down with Seven Mile Sun, a 3-piece band from Harris, Saskatchewan. We talk about their radio appearance, their history, booze-cruising, in the studio with Skull Creek, record collecting, putting the penny on the tonearm to stop the skipping, FM radio, Bobby McGee, ball trimmers, Pepsi, Tidal and their new releases! Seven Mile Sun on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seve...

In this episode, we sit down with Christian Dales, AKA Derwood. We chat about his album on vinyl "Renegade", vinyl collecting in general, the artwork for it, life as a musician, The Midnight sessions, but we also talk about the artwork that's on the wall behind Mark. Buy Derwood - Renegade on vinyl here: https://www.funkymooserecords.ca/products/derwood-renegade  Derwood on:His website: https://ww...

In episode 47, we sit down with the guys from Room 333 / King For A Day from Regina, SK. We talk about how both bands were formed, how Room 333 got its name, their gigs, unexpected success on their live stream, video games and Joel had to throw in a little bit of cautious politics. Enjoy! Room 333 / King For A Day on: Room 333 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Room333Band  King For A Day Facebook...

Episode 46 features Amy Gabba from Amy Gabba and the Almost Famous! We obviously talk about her ode to 2020: "Fuck you COVID", a song that will be stuck in your head, guaranteed, her day-jobs, The difference between SKA and punk, concussion, the recording of her album, her moving and a lot of entertaining stuff. She also busts out some rhymes and casually belts a few notes from Heart. Amy Gabba on...

Skye Wallace is with us for episode 45! We talk about how she's coping with the pandemic, which artists are on her playlist, bingo, her past tour, bingo, where her name came from (we also dive into our own and kids' names), more bingo and much more!   Skye Wallace on: Her website: https://www.skyewallace.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/skyewallace Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skyewallacemu...

In Episode 44, we chat with the guys from Tense Machine. We talk about Christmas movies, weddings, pawn shops, Pepsi points (sponsor us, Pepsi!), 30-year-olds playing high school students in shows, break-ups, diamonds, giant TVs and a little bit about their album. There were plenty of laughs, that's for sure! Tense Machine on: Their website: https://www.tensemachine.com/  Twitter: http://www.twitt...

In episode 43, we hang out with Joe from the Limbo podcast again. This time, we're technically his guest, but since both our podcasts have the same format (as in, we don't have one), we talked about anything from buying a Cameo, naming our moose, vaccines, calendars and a cartoon series. This went everywhere and it was great!   The Limbo podcast on: Podbean: http://limbopodcast2020.podbean.com/ Tw...

In episode 42, we're joined by the lovely Justine Giles. We talk about the music industry, her move across the country, the music incubator she was a part of, her parody of one of our dear friends of the show, the Jim Beam competition she won in her region and so much more! Justine Giles on: Her website: http://www.justinegiles.com/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/JustineGiles  Instagram: https://ww...

This is episode 41 and we're joined by Manfred from Elephants & Starts. We talk about music licensing, the band's history, social media Cameo, whether or not to us "and", & or / in their name and so, so much more. Grab your favourite beverage and settle in because we hope you enjoy this one as much as we did. Elephants & Stars on:Their website: http://elephantsandstars.com/Twitter: https://twitter...

In episode 40, we have Winnipeg based trio Ex Ømerta. We talk about the COVID shutdowns, their albums and the acoustic sessions, live sessions and a lot more! Ex Ømerta on:Their website: http://www.exomerta.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ExOmerta Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ExOmerta/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/exomerta/?hl=en  Funky Moose Records on:Website: https://www.funkymo...

In this episode, we chat with Tyler Gilbert from Regina, Saskatchewan. We talk about his new EP called The Fallen, his painting skills, aliens on tour, streaming platforms and much more! Tyler Gilbert on: His website: https://www.tylergilbert.ca/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/tgilbertmusic  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tgilbertmusic/ Instagram: http://instagram.com/tylergilbertmusic    Funky...

In episode 38, also dubbed as "Episode saving's time", we talk to Ontarian rockers Elementals. They introduce the new band members, we talk about COVID, Jamie's new business, their writing process, we make a date to go skydiving and a lot more in this laughter-filled episode. Elementals on: Their website: https://www.elementalsband.com/  Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/ElementalsBand/  Facebook: h...

This is episode 37 and we have punk rockers The Anti-Queens with us. We explore gators in Florida, Emily is at a drive-in concert, and we find out how Valerie's bathroom rituals at festivals. Speaking of bathrooms, Taylor has an interesting one on that and we talk about Prince Albert, SK with Sam. The Anti-Queens on:Their website: https://antiqueens.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AntiQueensFace...

For episode 36, we're joined by award-winning, Saskatchewan recording artist Chris Henderson. We talk about how he's coping during the pandemic, the shows he's about to play, if we'd be up for dating again, the "Estevan handshake", how his career got started and lots of other random, but oh-so fun stuff. Check out Chris' website: http://www.chrishendersonmusic.com/ You can find his social media li...

In this episode, we talk to fellow Canadian music podcaster Limbo Joe from the Limbo Podcast. We talk about indie artists and their promotion, his job as a bouncer at a local music venue, vinyl records and the pros and cons of the format and lots of other fun tidbits! Enjoy! Follow the Limbo Podcast on Twitter: @limbocast and the podcast link: https://limbopodcast2020.podbean.com/  Follow us on so...

In this episode, Saskatoon rockers League of Wolves are our guest. We talk about how COVID has affected their music and their lives, what their plans are, what they've done. We touch on the history between some of the band members, their old jam space and a lot more. Enjoy!   Check out their socials: @leagueofwolves on Facebook and Instagram, @leagueofwolvez on Twitter. Their merch is available by...

First off: Please excuse the distorted sound quality. There were a few factors on both our ends that led to a less than favourable audio quality. Please listen with caution. In this episode, we have Winnipeg band Northern Royals! We talk about how COVID affected their gigs, their day-jobs, how they get their beer, we make a deal with W3APONS and a lot more fun shenanigans. Follow us on socials:@fu...

In Episode 32, we talk to Earl Pereira, lead singer of The Steadies and formerly Wide Mouth Mason but better known as Band member #3 in the movie "The Recruit". We talk about his tours in Europe and China, his time with Wide Mouth Mason, his friend Juice and his new record deal. Brought to you by Pamu earbuds: https://fmr.fm/pamu and Funky Moose Records: https://www.funkymooserecords.ca Want to jo...

From jazz singer to runner up on Canadian Idol to working at festivals and cruise ships. Theresa Sokyrka has done it all. Now, she's back with new music and she has a Funky Moose exclusive! Check out www.funkymooserecords.ca