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Pacific Sound Radio

BC"s longest-running active music interview podcast. Since 2017, host and co-founder James Olson has been speaking to bands and artists from Vancouver and beyond. Come along, tap into the ever-expanding variety of artists on the West Coast, and get to know many new favourites.

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Best of 2018

Pacific Sound Radio ·

2018/12/31

We can't wait to show you what's in store for 2019, but before we do, we take a look back on the past year and break down some of our favourite releases of 2018.

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01:44:44

Alexi Johnson of 604 Records + The Prettys

Pacific Sound Radio ·

2018/12/18

Happy Holidays from Pacific Sound Radio! Alexi Johnson joins Travis and James for our final Pacific Sound Profile for 2018 to talk about her experience with Blue Light Studio and 604 Records. The Prettys take center stage in the second hour to promote their delectable upcoming third record Tapas.

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01:54:22

Harley Small + Sam Lynch

Pacific Sound Radio ·

2018/12/11

Travis and James chat with Harley Small and Sam Lynch. Harley Small is a multi-instrumentalist and sound engineer who draws from a wide range of influences including synth pop, noise rock, and folk. Sam Lynch is a rising alt-folk singer/songwriter who has extensively toured North America and Europe in support of her blossoming solo career.

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01:42:43

Brandon Fletcher + Kel Roman

Pacific Sound Radio ·

2018/12/04

Happy 50th episode! Join James and Travis as they celebrate this milestone with videographer/photographer Brandon Fletcher and alt rock inspired singer/songwriter Kel Roman.

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01:33:40

Lester Lyons-Hookham + Jo Passed

Pacific Sound Radio ·

2018/11/27

Episode 49 features Lester Lyons-Hookham, a multimedia artist, photographer, and music video director who has done incredible work for the likes of Peach Pit, Yung Heazy, Ponytails, and Blue J. We then sit down with a members of Jo Passed, a melodic noise/art rock unit whose latest record Their Prime is one of the best local releases of 2018.

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01:55:00

Kevin Schallie + Mind Offline

Pacific Sound Radio ·

2018/11/20

Episode 48 sees James and Travis spending time with a seasoned pro and a fresh young band. Kevin Schallie is a promoter, booker, and event planner with Live Acts Canada and The Live Agency. Mind Offline are a Latin influenced indie rock band that has taken great strides in their first year as a group.

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01:51:08

James Barrington-Foote (Groceries) + Quinn Pickering

Pacific Sound Radio ·

2018/11/13

Pacific Sound Radio are always pleased to see young and talented individuals taking charge to improve the local music scene. In our first hour, James Barrington-Foote talks about his work as a independent promoter and show planner under the name Groceries. Then, singer/songwriter Quinn Pickering talks his fantastic debut record, his impressive live band, and why sadness makes for the best music.

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01:55:23

Clay Ravens + Matt Storm

Pacific Sound Radio ·

2018/11/05

On this Double Feature episode, James and Travis are joined by Clay Ravens and Matt Storm. Clay Ravens are a high energy, foot stomping unit that blends folk, rock, country, and Americana. Matt Storm is a singer/songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer who plays intimate soul with an indie twist.

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02:03:59

Daniel James of Brass Camel + Justice McLellan of Blue J

Pacific Sound Radio ·

2018/10/30

On this rock n roll double header, hosts James and Travis chat with Daniel James, leader of the progressive funk rock ensemble Brass Camel, and Justice McLellan of the indie rock quartet Blue J.

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01:50:11

Gary Taylor + Alexis Young & Louis Wu of Blonde Diamond

Pacific Sound Radio ·

2018/10/23

Episode 44 sees hosts James and Travis joined by music industry veteran Gary Taylor along with Alexis Young and Louis Wu from the synth/dream rock quintet Blonde Diamond.

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01:52:55

Ed Lam + Stephanie Ratcliff

Pacific Sound Radio ·

2018/10/15

On this episode, Travis and James are joined by Ed Lam and Stephanie Ratcliff. Ed Lam is the vocalist/guitarist for Cry Of Silence and hosts live band karaoke with his covers band The Naturals at venues across Vancouver. Stephanie Ratcliff is an award-winning indie folk pop singer songwriter.

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01:51:27

Jeff Ojeda (Phase Management) + Dangertree

Pacific Sound Radio ·

2018/10/09

Happy Thanksgiving from Pacific Sound Radio! For this episode we are joined by Jeff Ojeda of Harmonic Concepts and Phase Management and the eclectic folk rock band Dangertree.

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01:53:57

Mati Cormier + Candace Coker

Pacific Sound Radio ·

2018/10/02

On Episode 41, James and Travis are joined by a pair of inspiring women doing standout work in the local music scene. Mati Cormier of Cushy Entertainment talks her past, present, and future as an independent promoter and live show booker. Alternative folk artist Candace Coker dives deep into lyrical themes, the power of language, and the therapeutic power of songwriting.

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02:07:35

Travis Goeres of Ponytails + Sleepy Gonzales

Pacific Sound Radio ·

2018/09/25

On this special Double Feature episode, hosts James and Travis are joined by guitarist Travis Goeres of the psychedelic pop act Ponytails. Then, things get snug in the studio as Pacific Sound Radio chats with Surrey based indie-rock band Sleepy Gonzales.

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01:13:30

Raincity

Pacific Sound Radio ·

2018/09/18

On this week’s episode, we're joined by the funky, jazzy, soulful R&B ensemble Raincity (formerly Raincity Blue) as our featured guest.

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01:43:38

Travis James + Little Destroyer

Pacific Sound Radio ·

2018/09/04

Episode 38 sees Travis and James joined by Travis James and Little Destroyer. Travis James is the curator and host of Vancity Studio. Little Destroyer are a dance rock trio that has taken their energetic live show across North America.

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01:54:01

Loneka Miller + Andrew Phelan

Pacific Sound Radio ·

2018/08/28

Episode 37 features Loneka Miller and Andrew Phelan. Loneka Miller is a live sound technician who has worked the Surrey Fusion Festival, the Regina Folk Festival, and the Vancouver Folk Festival. Andrew Phelan is an Australian born, Vancouver based singer/songwriter who has released two albums with The River and The Road and two solo EPs with a third release set for 2019. Andrew Phelan will be one of many BC based artists taking the stage for the 2018 Skookum Festival.

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01:50:38

Cody Taylor + Haley Blais

Pacific Sound Radio ·

2018/08/21

Episode 36 features Cody Taylor and Haley Blais. Cody Taylor is an audio engineer and producer with the Fiend Recordings collective. Haley Blais is a folk-pop singer/songwriter and an emerging local talent. Her latest EP Let Yourself Go is one of Pacific Sound Radio's favourite releases of 2018.

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01:55:25

Matt MacDonald + Patrick Spencer of Coldwater Road

Pacific Sound Radio ·

2018/08/14

For Episode 35, James and Travis chat with Matt MacDonald and Patrick Spencer. Matt MacDonald is a videographer and producer who has released music by Catrina Marie and Reid Zakos under the moniker McDazed Productions. Patrick Spencer is the vocalist/rhythm guitarist for Coldwater Road and is a longtime veteran of Vancouver indie-folk scene.

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01:54:41

Paul Boechler + Emma Citrine

Pacific Sound Radio ·

2018/08/07

On this episode, James and Travis are joined by Paul Boechler and Emma Citrine. Paul Boechler works as an audio artist for EA Games who has done notable work on the FIFA and Need for Speed franchises. He is one of the co-founders of Fader Master Studios and has recently been assembling an in-house sound library. Emma Citrine is a folk singer/songwriter whose music is distinguished by its haunting minimalism and emotional vulnerability. Her latest EP Shadowless is available now.

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