Inside the Music with StereoRuss
Inside the Music offers an in-depth exploration into the lives of today’s rising and established musicians. We uncover the stories and journeys behind their music, diving into the influences that have shaped their artistry and fueled their passions. Follow on IG, TikTok, and YouTube @StereoRuss
Episodes
In this episode I sit down with Jesse Adams, pop singer and songwriter whose energy is as infectious as her hooks. We chat about cats, Fabio, and the ever-important question: how many dancers is the correct number of dancers for a live musical performance?
It was the best of times, it was the worst of times -- it was a great time! Recorded at the legendary Catherine North Studio, this episode is full of fun, flair, and a whole lot ...
In this episode I sit down with Orchidae, the ever-so talented vocalist and multi-instrumentalist from Gatineau, Quebec, along with the very funky bassist Greggory Clark. We dive into the highs and lows of tour life, the many faces of artistic expression, and the joy of making friends along the way.
Not only does this episode feature a live performance, but we also take a call live on air for an unexpected twist in our chat --this ...
In this episode of Inside the Music, I sat down with producer Michael Keire at Threshold Recording Studios—a mainstay recording destination in downtown Hamilton, Ontario—where he and a crew of musicians assembled to finished recording his first personal project in many years, King Ludd with a debut single “Trouble.”
Songs from the Episode:
"Trouble" - King Ludd
"Fake Out" - Munroe
Listen to King Ludd & Threshold Studios
We talked about his love for country legends like Merle Haggard and Chris Stapleton, his upcoming 20-stop Canadian tour, and—of course—his favourite fried chicken spots.
If you’re into country music, great stories, or just want to meet an artist on the rise, you’ll love this one.
Listen to Dean James:
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Jesse Cannon is a record producer, music marketing expert, author, podcast producer who breaks down how to promote your music project, how to write songs you're happier with, how the music business actually works and how to make progress with building your fanbase.
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Music Marketing Trends Newsletter https://musicmarketingtrends.com
YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@Musformation
Mix/Mastering ...
James Favron is an award winning rapper and singer, fashion designer & founder of The Better Days Club.
Songs from Episode:
Holding My Breath - James Favron
Better Days - James Favron
I'll Be Alright - James Favron
Steady - James Favron
John Wick - James Favron
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KT and KP is a hip hop/pop fusion duo. Ktriggs (KT) is a rapper and community event coordinator from Hamilton, Ontario. Kristen Prince (KP) is saxophone player, singer, and multi-instrumentalist who has performed with many artists including the Arkells, Canadian legend Andy Kim (Sugar Sugar), Lowest of the Low, Suzie McNeil, My Son the Hurricane, and 4-time Juno nominee Tom Barlow.
Songs from Episode:
Bad Dream - KT and KP
Moving...
Ian Butcher is a guitarist and songwriter from London, Ontario and also happens to be StereoRuss' oldest music comrade. In this episode, Ian and Russ go down memory lane and chat all things music, guitar, influences, and life.
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https://irruptions.bandcamp.com/
https://www.instagram.com/bourgeoiseaux/
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Sean Bienhaus is an independent artist, performer, and producer from Hamilton, Ontario. Focused on honesty, poetry, and storytelling, his songs revolve around themes of mental illness, community, love, and resilience, with music centred in sounds of folk, pop and rock.
Songs from Episode:
Main Stage Rehearsal Studio is an award winning rehearsal space in Hamilton, Ontario. With hourly and monthly rehearsal spaces, concert rooms, a dance studio, and podcasting space, Main Stage aims to provide both musicians and non-musicians a place to explore their creativity and create community.
Today we recorded at the Main Stage podcasting space and were joined by Kelly NG (VP Finance & Co-founder) and Justin Dobbin (Pres...
Luke Bentham is the singer and guitarist of The Dirty Nil, a Juno award winning punk rock band from Hamilton, Ontario. Peter van Helvoort is the bass player for Glorious Sons and previously singer-songwriter for Teenage Kicks and Darling Congress. The two join StereoRuss today to chat about their upcoming gigs together, as well as insights into the world of The Dirty Nil, vocal performances, and life on the road.
Songs from the E...
Warren Huart is a multiplatinum winning record producer, musician, composer and recording engineer based in Los Angeles, California who has worked with countless artists including The Fray and Aerosmith as well as films such as Inglorious Bastards.
He runs a DIY YouTube Channel called "Produce Like a Pro" with 795,000 subscribers worldwide and was awarded a 2019 TEC Award for Audio Education Technology.
In 2023, he released "Home S...
Costa is a drummer and band leader of World's Tallest Man Saves Dolphin, an 11-piece jazz fusion group formed in Brantford, Ontario.
Songs from Episode:
In the Cut - World's Tallest Man Saves Dolphin
Uptake - World's Tallest Man Saves Dolphin
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https://www.instagram.com/costachatzis/
https://www.instagram.com/wtmsdofficial/
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Mister Rabbit, from Hamilton, Ontario, formed right before the pandemic (Jan. 2020) as friends from work with shared musical interests. In 2023 they released a full length record End Of History Illusion, and just released their followup EP "The Era of Good Feelings".
Songs from episode:
Blue Yonder - Mister Rabbit
Freeing Filth - Mister Rabbit
Hue & Cry - Mister Rabbit
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Janina is a conceptual artist from Guelph, Ontario and owner of Maraida Soaps, which she refers to as "Maximalist Fancy Soaps". She is also the older sister of StereoRuss and today they sit down together to talk soap, art, and their love of music growing up.
Songs from the Episode:
Everybody Needs Somebody (to Love) - The Blues Brothers
Perfect Strangers Theme Song
Christmas All Over Again - Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers
Foll...
Jackson Darby is a multi-media artist, producer, engineer and DJ. Having been active in numerous collaborative projects such as Persons, Freaky Boos and MAW Collective his primary solo endeavour is called NPNP.
With a BFA in Electroacoustics from Concordia University his audio background is largely in multi-channel composition, sound sculpture and installation however more recently his focus is on heavy ambient, unique approaches t...
Ashton Price is a Toronto based music producer whose company, Morph Productions, has been involved in a many local and international projects for over 25 years.
Based off of this success Ashton Price decided to branch out and release his own music under the moniker, “This Boy Electric” while continuing his work with other artists at his studio.
Songs from Episode:
I Fall to Pieces - This Boy Electric ft Moya Janelle
But Not Toni...
Originally from London, UK, LTtheMonk moved to North America in 2017 in pursuit of a sound that would blend his love of American & Canadian hip-hop, dance music & pop.
Currently LT is performing and promoting his latest album ‘Uptown Intern #333’, out now on Sonic Unyon Records and available on all streaming platforms, CD and vinyl.
Songs from Episode:
New Monk Swing - LTtheMonk
What the Meaning of 'Is' Is - LTtheMonk
Remi...
Setting sail in 2015, Fünyboht (pronounced funny boat) is the exploratory musical vehicle of multi-instrumentalist songwriter Michael Myszkowski and his ragtag coalition of session players, music teachers, visual artists, songwriters and vocalists. With compositions inspired by romantic era classical music, delivered in the free flowing language of jazz and lyrics.
Songs from Episode:
Nature Boy - Nat King Cole
StereoRuss - Fünyb...
Tarek Funk is a versatile multi-instrumentalist, emcee, and political activist. He performs with various groups, including Soulquarium, and has collaborated on numerous hip hop projects with artists like Cee Reality and Lee Reed, among others.
Today, Tarek joins StereoRuss to share his journey, talk funk, and discuss how we can become more engaged citizens while supporting those in need.
All proceeds from Tarek's latest EP "Levan...
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