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Almost Famous Enough

Almost Famous Enough is a series of conversations centered around the music industry, pulling back the veil on what it really means to “make it”. Our podcast features guests who know the grind, who have lived the dream, or at the very least, chased the dream. Through these conversational biographies, truth and vulnerability provide more than a topical roadmap or compile some career advice; they can appeal to the dreamer in us all, with stories that can teach us, inspire us, and even reconcile us,

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80:41

ep12 Robin Cisek isn't playing

Almost Famous Enough ·

2025/04/10

ep12 Robin Cisek released April 10, 2025 1:20:41 Robin Cisek is a Métis pop artist not just dipping her toes into the music industry, but fully submerged, learning the roles from agent to producer. Following the release of her single 'Play Dirty,' Robin Cisek talks about her resolute commitment to her music career, working with top PR teams, and the meticulous efforts she’s put into self-production for her forthcoming album 'Tempered,' launching in May 2025. Robin shares insights ...

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94:43

ep11 Matthew Willox has a spark

Almost Famous Enough ·

2025/04/03

ep11 Matthew Willox has a spark released April 3, 2025 1:34:43 Guest website: https://matthewwillox.art/ Guest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matthewwillox/ hosts: Glen Erickson, Alexi Erickson AFE website AFE instagram AFE Spotify playlist Matthew Willox, an electronic musician and creative technologist, dives into his unique journey through the music industry. Known for his ability to blend analog warmth with digital precision, Willox shares insights on using unco...

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ep10 Chris Wynters is authentic af

Almost Famous Enough ·

2025/03/27

ep10 Chris Wynters is authentic af released March 27, 2025 1:19:13 Chris Wynters is the frontman of 90s indie band Captain Tractor and manager of current indie-folk-bluegrass band The Dead South. Chris and host Glen Erickson discuss the shifts in the music industry from the 90s to today, focusing on the importance of authenticity, the evolution of music distribution, and the impact of digital platforms like Spotify and TikTok. Chris shares stories from his career, talks about mana...

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107:56

ep9 Brandi Sidoryk is in Nice Horse

Almost Famous Enough ·

2025/03/20

ep9 Brandi Sidoryk is in Nice Horse released March 20, 20251:47:56Brandi Sidoryk is a multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, bassist, guitarist, french horn-ist - a musician in The Royal Canadian Navy, and founding member of Alberta country band Nice Horse, a band who has garnered steady praise and awards for their music and creative efforts, both locally and nationally with the Canadian Country Music Association, over the span of multiple albums and singles in the past 10 years. Brandi discusses the

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ep8 Leeroy Stagger is a light

Almost Famous Enough ·

2025/03/13

ep8 Leeroy Stagger is a light released March 13, 2025 1:24:14 In this engaging episode, Glen Erickson sits down with roots rock and Americana singer-songwriter Leeroy Stagger. Leeroy shares candid thoughts about overcoming alcoholism, the struggles within the music industry, and the importance of mentorship. They explore his 20-year career, his musical influences like Steve Earle and Ryan Adams, and his evolution from punk bands to solo artist. This conversation reveals Leeroy's journeys, fro...

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106:42

ep7 Adaline is a bad believer

Almost Famous Enough ·

2025/03/06

ep7 Adaline is a bad believer released March 6, 2025 1:46:42 In this heartfelt episode of 'Almost Famous Enough,' Glen Erickson reconnects with his old friend, Shawna Beesley, who performs under the stage name Adaline. Shawna discusses the criticisms artists receive for stepping outside perceived boundaries, emphasizing that being an artist inherently involves integrating personal and societal aspects into their work. With a career spanning over 16 years, Adaline has released five albums, m...

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88:45

ep6 Kurt Dahl is lawyerdrummer

Almost Famous Enough ·

2025/02/27

ep6 Kurt Dahl is lawyerdrummer released February 27, 2025 1:28:45 In this engaging conversation, Glen Erickson interviews Kurt Dahl, an entertainment lawyer and drummer for the Canadian rock band One Bad Son. Kurt shares his unique journey of balancing dual careers in law and music, including the challenges and rewards of being both a lawyer and a musician. The discussion delves into how he adopted the moniker 'Lawyer Drummer,' the importance of self-criticism in creative growth, and the dyna...

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ep5 Cris Derksen does her job

Almost Famous Enough ·

2025/02/20

ep5 Cris Derksen does her job released February 20, 2025 1:41:08 In this episode, Glen Erickson interviews Cris Derksen, an accomplished two-spirit, Juno-nominated artist from Treaty 8 Territory in Northern Alberta. The conversation delves into Cris’s unique life journey, blending a Mennonite and Cree heritage, and creating a distinctive career as both an artist and musician. Known for combining classical music with traditional Indigenous sounds using her electronic-fused cello, Cris shares i...

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96:46

ep4 The Royal Foundry are ok

Almost Famous Enough ·

2025/02/13

ep4 The Royal Foundry are OK released February 13, 2025 1:36:46 In this episode of Almost Famous Enough, host Glen Erickson talks with Jared Salte of The Royal Foundry, a Canadian husband-and-wife modern rock duo. The conversation delves into the band's evolution from their folk-rock beginnings in 2013 to their current alt-rock success. The discussion touches on their resilience, having navigated an 18-month displacement from their home due to a fire, while also celebrating the birth of their...

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107:56

ep3 Tamara Beatty sees your voice

Almost Famous Enough ·

2025/02/06

ep3 Tamara Beatty sees your voice released February 6, 2025 1:47:56 In this episode, host Glen Erickson sits down with renowned vocal coach Tamara Beatty to discuss the moments that shaped her career and the intricate world of vocal coaching. Tamara shares personal stories from her early days, the diverse challenges faced by aspiring and professional singers, and her impactful behind-the-scenes work as a voice coach consultant on high-profile TV shows like 'The Voice' and 'The Masked S...

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109:27

ep2 Grant Lawrence is my DJ

Almost Famous Enough ·

2025/01/30

ep2 Grant Lawrence is my DJ release date: January 30, 2025 run time: 1:49:27In this episode, we sit down with Canadian music personality Grant Lawrence to explore his multifaceted career. Starting with an overview of his unique presence in the music industry, the conversation touches on his early days with the band The Smugglers, their impact in the '80s and '90s, and his transformative transition to a host at CBC Radio. We delve into the significance of Canadian indie music's booms in t...

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107:55

ep1 Dan Mangan is still nice

Almost Famous Enough ·

2025/01/23

In this episode, renowned recording artist Dan Mangan provides an intimate look into his life, discussing the ups and downs of his music career. Dan talks about the complexities of content creation, handling merchandise, and the importance of connecting with his audience. He reflects on the shifts in the music industry, the challenges of maintaining authenticity while confronting the digital age, and the struggles of balancing artistic integrity with commercial demands. Dan also shares person...

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Almost Famous Enough Podcast Trailer

Almost Famous Enough ·

2025/01/21

My name is Glen Erickson. I'm the host of Almost Famous Enough, a new podcast where we have conversations with incredible guests from in, around and from the music industry. Now the algorithm wants me to say interviews, but I like conversations. These aren't publicity tour notes. These are deep dives into the lives of people who have chased the dream.What are the challenges that they faced? Ageism, sexism, racism, geography, no money, no drummer, no blueprint. Or what are the

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