tag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:/blogs/lyrically-speaking?p=3Lyrically Speaking2021-11-13T16:56:09-05:00Lyrically Speaking (2020)The show where musicians of all stripes discuss their lyrics, the stories behind their songs, and their relationship with language.
Lyrically Speaking is a bi-weekly, hour-long CFRU (93.3FM, Guelph) radio program/podcast hosted by Sam Boer.
This independent show features in-depth interviews with genre-diverse Canadian musicians about the lyrics they write, the stories that inspire them, and their relationships with language. My mandate: providing a platform for musicians to explain, explore, and contextualize their work.The show where musicians of all stripes discuss their lyrics, the stories behind their songs, and their relationship with language.Sam BoerfalseSam Boerlyricallyspeakingshow@gmail.comtag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63789062020-07-07T16:31:52-04:002020-07-07T16:31:52-04:0036 // Jane Blanchard Deliberately Pushes The Tempo<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/487091/7d60cdc2efcb1cd2a5513feac6198a3b68f3b9dd/original/lyrically-speaking-jane-blanchard.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_" /></p>
<p>Fierce alt-rocker <a contents="Jane Blanchard" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://janeblanchard.bandcamp.com/album/still-again" target="_blank">Jane Blanchard</a> joins me on today's episode to discuss a couple track off her new EP, Still, Again. We talk about the similarities between Edinburgh, Scotland and her hometown of Fredericton, New Brunswick, her psychic connection with longtime collaborator/drummer Stefan Westner, and how speaking lyrics out loud during pre-production and recording live off the floor shaped this record. Check out <a contents="Still, Again" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://janeblanchard.bandcamp.com/album/still-again" target="_blank">Still, Again</a> now and follow <a contents="Jane Blanchard" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/janeblanchardmusic/" target="_blank">Jane Blanchard</a> for updates. </p>
<p>The Lyrically Speaking theme song was composed, recorded, and mixed by JoJo Worthington. Check out her other work on her <a contents="website" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.jojoworthington.com/" target="_blank">website</a> & follow her <a contents="Facebook" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/jojoworthington/" target="_blank">Facebook</a> page. </p>
<p>The show’s artwork was created by Mingjia. You can see her portfolio on her <a contents="website" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.mingjiamusic.com/" target="_blank">website</a>.</p>49:22Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63530822020-05-19T13:03:20-04:002020-06-14T14:46:42-04:0035 // Minishow Featuring Pallmer & Jordan Little<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/487091/c18db7ec1ad70837beae1c16ade48f266aaf42fe/original/screen-shot-2020-06-08-at-13-35-30.png/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.png" class="size_m justify_left border_" /></p>
<p>It’s a double-interview “minishow” of Lyrically Speaking! Today, we check in with two emerging musicians to watch: Pallmer and Jordan Little. From their cozy home in Fredericton, Pallmer talk about their brand new single, “Allude to What,” which was written in Banff, recorded in Montreal, and now <a href="https://pallmer.bandcamp.com/track/allude-to-what">released</a> accompanied by a <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-8uHxzjSJwo&feature=emb_title">spectacular, dance-based music video</a> filmed in Fredericton. Then Jordan Little calls in from Etobicoke to discuss their debut EP, <a href="https://jordanlittle108.bandcamp.com/album/late-june-ep"><em>Late June</em></a>.</p>
<p>The Lyrically Speaking theme song was composed, recorded, and mixed by JoJo Worthington. Check out her other work on <a href="https://www.jojoworthington.com/">her website</a> & follow her <a href="https://www.facebook.com/jojoworthington">Facebook page</a>.<br><br>The show’s artwork was created by Mingjia. You can see her portfolio on her <a href="http://www.mingjiamusic.com/">website</a>.</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63530832020-05-05T10:37:38-04:002020-06-14T14:47:13-04:0034 // Minishow Featuring Shawn William Clarke<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/487091/c47f136e6afcc55289c9b8e57f8a1c075ac1483c/original/screen-shot-2020-06-08-at-13-35-45.png/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.png" class="size_m justify_left border_" /></p>
<p>Welcome to the first ever “minishow” of Lyrically Speaking! On this episode, we listen to some new (and some sort of new) songs from amazing friends of the show: Mingjia Chen & Kieran Smythe, JoJo Worthington, and Mike T. Kerr! Then we have a little interview with Toronto’s honest-hearted Shawn William Clarke about his spectacular new EP “Spectral Acoustics Vol 1,” which you can <a href="https://shawnclarke.bandcamp.com/album/spectral-acoustics-vol-1-2">download now</a>.</p>
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<p>The Lyrically Speaking theme song was composed, recorded, and mixed by JoJo Worthington (hey, you heard her on this episode!). Check out her other work on <a href="https://www.jojoworthington.com/">her website</a> & follow her <a href="https://www.facebook.com/jojoworthington">Facebook page</a>.<br><br>The show’s artwork was created by Mingjia (hey, you heard her on this episode too!). You can see her portfolio on her <a href="http://www.mingjiamusic.com/">website</a>.</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63530842020-04-20T22:53:39-04:002020-06-14T14:47:40-04:0033 // Mappe Of Transforms An Encyclopaedia of Lore into a Fantasy Universe<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/487091/d5cce3c3fd839576016da4cd45a7ec364fa9039e/original/screen-shot-2020-06-08-at-13-35-58.png/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.png" class="size_m justify_left border_" /></p>
<p>Avant-folk world builder Mappe Of (AKA Tom Meikle) joins me from his home studio for a very special episode of the show. We take a guided audio tour of <a href="https://mappeof.bandcamp.com/"><em>The Isle of Ailynn</em></a>, the fantasy world he crafted as his latest record, released on Paper Bag records last year. Mappe Of just released a companion experience for this record, too: a virtual reality rendering of the island, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tnOCfyf0Nq8">which you can experience now</a>—preferably while listening to our conversation through the album! In addition to exploring Ailynn, Tom talks about falling asleep while listening to the black metal of Dimmu Borgir; we nerd out about Zelda, and talk about the influence of a little film called Star Wars; and explore how creating an imaginary world can make us more empathetic towards our real world. I also mispronounce some names—as Tom admits, “this record’s a minefield!”</p>
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<p>Head over to Mappe Of’s <a href="https://mappeof.com/">site</a> to learn more and catch his <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/2558216091172518/">livestream</a> (presented by the National Arts Centre) on Wednesday, April 29th.<br> </p>
<p>The Lyrically Speaking theme song was composed, recorded, and mixed by JoJo Worthington. Check out her other work on <a href="https://www.jojoworthington.com/">her website</a> & follow her <a href="https://www.facebook.com/jojoworthington">Facebook page</a>.<br><br>The show’s artwork was created by Mingjia. You can see her portfolio on her <a href="http://www.mingjiamusic.com/">website</a>.</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63530852020-04-06T23:59:00-04:002020-06-14T14:48:01-04:0032 // The Pairs Leave The Noise To Explore The Noise<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/487091/d4feb586f76530fac3bfb5a20f41b6db53485666/original/screen-shot-2020-06-08-at-13-36-07.png/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.png" class="size_m justify_left border_" /></p>
<p>London Folk-Pop harmonizers The Pairs join me in the CFRU studios to talk about a couple of wonderful tracks off their debut LP, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/0lHbro7ngdrxRknqRzR9E9">Noise</a>! These thoughtful creators discuss that fine line between kindness and paranoia: when worrying about offending people freezes your ability to contribute in a meaningful way. We talk about how to own up to mistakes and the empowering feeling of ignoring genre delineations (“maybe we can do whatever we want!”). Also: what can we learn about personal growth from Woody Guthrie? Check out the Pairs’ <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thepairsmusic/">Facebook page</a> for details about forthcoming livestreamed performances this week.</p>
<p>The Lyrically Speaking theme song was composed, recorded, and mixed by JoJo Worthington. Check out her other work on <a href="https://www.jojoworthington.com/">her website</a> & follow her <a href="https://www.facebook.com/jojoworthington">Facebook page</a>.<br><br>Our artwork was created by Mingjia. You can see her portfolio on her <a href="http://www.mingjiamusic.com/">website</a>.</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63530862020-03-23T23:58:00-04:002020-06-14T14:48:29-04:0031 // Lunar Bloom Weave Tales With Their Harmonies<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/487091/4b216527c9adb00da382de45b56af7a979b7447f/original/screen-shot-2020-06-08-at-13-36-34.png/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.png" class="size_m justify_left border_" /></p>
<p>Lunar Bloom are the first guests on the new run of Lyrically Speaking! Bringing hot mugs of tea & coffee to a snowy morning, we talk about two songs on their debut, self-titled EP. We also get into the perils of forgetting your opening harmony at your first concert, talk about why a choir is like a cake, and do a lovely circle of compliments.<br><br>Learn more about Lunar Bloom at their <a href="https://www.lunarbloomband.com/">website</a>!<br><br>This episode is the first to feature an amazing, brand new theme song by JoJo Worthington. Check out her other work on <a href="https://www.jojoworthington.com/">her website</a> & follow her <a href="https://www.facebook.com/jojoworthington">Facebook page</a>.<br><br>The beautiful new art for the show was created by another fabulous musician, Mingjia. Visit her <a href="http://www.mingjiamusic.com/">website</a>—you won’t regret it.</p>
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<p>NOTE: This episode contains discussion around sexual assault. If you or someone you know is experiencing sexual assault, please visit the <a href="http://www.draw-the-line.ca/gethelp.html">Draw the Line website</a> for support in Ontario. If you need an emergency mental health support, please call the Mental Health Crisis Line at 1-866-996-0991.</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63530872019-08-22T08:00:00-04:002020-06-14T15:04:32-04:0030 // Rebekah Hawker Craves Connection And You Do Too<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/487091/43a3c40dd583df1d596956042e317f40fd5915c5/original/rh.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_" /></p>
<p>The marvellous alt-country songwriter REBEKAH HAWKER stops by Lyrically Speaking to talk about a couple songs off her debut EP <a href="https://show.co/VcSR8YQ"><em>Careful Women</em></a> (out August 23rd). We talk songwriters from Kathleen Edwards to Carrie Underwood to Feist and get into her process of building shells for songs between music lessons. We also talk about the complicated intersection between feminism and romantic dedication and what it feels like to be confident and secure when people want to see you as damaged. Learn more about Rebekah’s adventures at <a href="https://www.rebekahhawker.com/">rebekahhawker.com</a>.</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63530882019-05-30T19:40:13-04:002020-06-14T15:07:57-04:0029 // Moonfruits Bring Their Imaginary Town Into The Real World<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/487091/3a69ea183299697184e13ae3bd6b3172963fc2d1/original/moonfruits.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_" /></p>
<p>This week, Ottawa-based art-folk bilangue superforce Moonfruits! These must-see performers chat about high school peer Leif Vollebekk encouraging their early songwriting, fostering empathy through characters, and what it means to let an imaginary town speak for itself. We listen to a song from that town (Ste. Quequepart, translated as “Saint Somewhere”), and delve into how this town can help facilitate kitchen table conversations around income inequality and other vital social issues. Alex also gets heated on what could become new podcast, “classically speaking.” Check out Moonfruits’ latest work & upcoming tour dates in Ontario at <a href="https://moonfruits.ca/">moonfruits.ca</a> and remember: “there are no wrong notes – it just matters what comes after them.”</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63530892019-05-16T22:05:49-04:002020-06-14T15:27:31-04:0028 // Saffron A Maximizes Issues That Matter<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/487091/56cd4ab835622df63eb4cc2969295a3a2a82444f/original/saffron.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_" /></p>
<p>This episode, SAFFRON A joins me in the Toronto Apartment to talk two songs off her latest EP, <em>Resilience</em>! Saffron and I chat about the three phases of amusing oneself during a family road trip, trading a pickle for a Pokémon card, and how her best performance this past summer was at a Glenco train platform. We also talk about Saffron’s experience with her song “Resilience,” which has invited survivors of all sorts to open up about their stories of sexual harassment and assault. Listen to the raw & powerful “Resilience” EP now on <a href="https://saffrockmusic.bandcamp.com/album/resilience-ep">Bandcamp</a>, and check out where you can catch Saffron A live at her website: <a href="https://saffronamusic.com/">saffronamusic.com</a>.</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63530902019-05-02T08:06:41-04:002020-06-14T15:27:47-04:0027 // Gillian Nicola Is A Very Loyal Person<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/487091/272deae894a01eb905c5021e12e78a73092d8cd7/original/gn.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_" /></p>
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<p>The lovely Gillian Nicola joins me in the Toronto apartment to discuss three tracks off her first full-length record, <a href="https://gilliannicola.bandcamp.com/" target="_blank"><em>Dried Flowers</em></a>! Jillian joyfully takes us through a journey, from belting classic rock covers at 13 to songwriting at the Banff Centre. Tune in to also hear a tale of escaped chickens. Her powerful LP will be out on May 3rd! Listen to the <a href="https://gilliannicola.bandcamp.com/track/half-way" target="_blank">single Half-Way</a> now and catch Gillian on tour this May. All the details can be found at her website: <a href="https://www.gilliannicola.com/">https://www.gilliannicola.com/</a>.</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63530912019-04-18T12:59:02-04:002020-06-14T15:33:14-04:0026 // Run Coyote Gets Noir<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/487091/ef26cd71308cb474f54dbc7df1941a5f945f2edb/original/rc.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_" /></p>
<p>Sam Allen of Run Coyote invites me into his lovely Toronto home to discuss two irresistible tracks off the new record, <a href="https://runcoyotemusic.bandcamp.com/album/in-shadowlands" target="_blank"><em>In Shadowlands</em></a>! We discuss how we all desire a hero in anxious times, how writing in images works well within the film noir genre, and the peculiar joys of working with your family in a band. Listen to the new Run Coyote record on April 26th (out on So Sorry Records), and check out their tour dates at <a href="http://runcoyotemusic.com/" target="_blank">runcoyotemusic.com</a>.</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63530922019-04-04T12:40:12-04:002020-06-14T15:33:31-04:0025 // Citizen Jane Remind You To Feel Compassion For Yourself<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/487091/69be847bb6b14fd899303b2fb77a7df3dbad2e88/original/cj.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_" /></p>
<p>Indie folk-poppers CITIZEN JANE join me in the Toronto apartment for a heartwarming chat with this underlying message: brie-lieve in yourself. We discuss their leap of faith, moving from Vancouver to Toronto by train. We talk about the vulnerability of learning new things as adults, the inspiration we take from young people demanding change, and coping with war-time destruction through musical creation. <a href="https://citizenjane.bandcamp.com/track/high-tide" target="_blank">Download the new Citizen Jane single, “High Tide”, on Bandcamp now</a>, and <a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/51CsBso2ScADZYWB9Mxbgo?si=GhKTqRqQRxuuv3sktj267w" target="_blank">listen to their LP <em>In The Storm</em></a><em> </em>while you’re add it. Tour dates and other treats are at <a href="https://www.citizenjanemusic.com/" target="_blank">citizenjanemusic.com</a>!</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63530932019-03-21T12:16:37-04:002020-06-14T15:33:53-04:0024 // Richard Garvey Thrives Through DIY<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/487091/11d954f99049db7d6fa98f889980ae7e66b1fe75/original/rg.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_" /></p>
<p>RICHARD GARVEY joins me in the Toronto apartment to talk about his experience with the Kitchener-Waterloo based Radical Choir, working with <a href="http://www.everlovinjugband.ca/" target="_blank">The Ever Lovin’ Jug Band</a>, and the 94-person miracle town of Hazlet, Saskatchewan. We also touch on sing-alongs, hula hoops, and dating apps. Look for Richard’s new album, “<a href="https://richardgarvey.bandcamp.com/album/you-cant-just-assume-everyone-wants-to-have-sex-with-you-by-richard-garvey" target="_blank">You Can’t Just Assume Everyone Wants To Have Sex With You</a>,” on April 1st, and check out his website for tour dates across Ontario and beyond: <a href="http://www.richardgarvey.ca/" target="_blank">www.richardgarvey.ca</a>.</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63530942019-03-07T17:10:10-05:002020-06-14T15:34:09-04:0023.5 // Samson Wrote Is Me<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/487091/eebe8a6012b69196712a96a5d640c05ba6e20d81/original/sw.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_" /></p>
<p>Adventures in narcissism! I was rushing around releasing <a href="https://samsonwrote.bandcamp.com/album/pigeon" target="_blank">an album</a> for the last couple weeks, but found a moment of calm to interview someone...convenient. Check out <a href="https://www.samsonwrote.com/" target="_blank">samsonwrote.com</a> for more details. I also play songs by friends of the show who have released new art since our interviews: <a href="https://www.jojoworthington.com/" target="_blank">Jojo Worthington</a>, <a href="https://missybauman.com/" target="_blank">Missy Bauman</a>, and <a href="https://johnpmuirhead.com/" target="_blank">John Muirhead</a>!</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63530952019-02-21T15:18:05-05:002020-06-14T15:39:18-04:0023 // Long Range Hustle Talk To Their Younger Selves<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/487091/00e7cb49c9b07c7c3601007e050eecd0c113ec1e/original/lrh.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_" /></p>
<p>This episode is a blast and a half. Jay Foster and Paul Brogee of LONG RANGE HUSTLE join me in Toronto to discuss two songs off their latest record, “Town,” over banana bread and red wine. We get into how it feels to argue with your hero (in this case, producer Tony Doogan), getting less precious about your creations, and realizing you doodle mindlessly just like your grandfather. Also, Paul remembers Track 8 of Tragically Hip’s album <em>In Violet Light</em>, and we go over the cast of characters that seems to exist in every town ever. Go to <a href="http://www.longrangehustle.com/" target="_blank">longrangehustle.com</a> immediately to buy “Town,” and catch LRH on tour across Canada now (<a href="https://www.facebook.com/long.range.hustle/?ref=br_tf&epa=SEARCH_BOX" target="_blank">follow them for dates and updates!</a>).</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63530962019-02-07T12:51:11-05:002020-06-14T15:39:44-04:0022 // Piper & Carson Take The Scenic Route On Tour<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/487091/6afe59ea8e8ea760ddcb3ba1971b6b32d9609d89/original/pc.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_" /></p>
<p>I knew that my chat with folk/roots world-wanderers PIPER & CARSON was going to be a great one when we talked about turtles for three minutes right off the top. We listened to a few songs the two wrote collaboratively and talked about how improv informs Piper’s approach to songwriting, being conscious of where you spend your money, and keeping dad off the tractor while recording on the farm. We also get into being undercover introverts and I get to hear the most incredible story about Piper’s activist grandmother, who inspires Carson and Piper’s activism to this day. Swing by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/PiperandCarson/" target="_blank">their Facebook page</a> for all tour dates & other delectable info!</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63530972019-01-24T14:46:38-05:002020-06-14T15:40:00-04:0021 // Jesse Matas Finds The Most Picturesque Way To Describe Dust<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/487091/e9a2ccea3a33503f51ec4e97e1aef03eacdb20c0/original/jm.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_" /></p>
<p>JESSE MATAS came by the Toronto apartment to talk about his debut solo record <em>Tamarock</em>. We get into how busking with The Crooked Brothers was bootcamp for his voice, shame around male self-expression, and the importance of communing with nature. Falcon Lake, Shad, and Star Trek come up, and we shout out a fellow podcast we love (Folk Roots Radio with Jan Hall!). Listen to Jesse’s new record now and stay tuned for upcoming shows at <a href="https://jessematas.com/" target="_blank">jessematas.com</a>.</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63530982019-01-10T12:22:17-05:002020-06-14T15:45:05-04:0020 // Madeleine Roger and Logan McKillop Applaud Equality and Sobriety<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/487091/6672b4c72acbbc3b7799a54bb40a7eeb4ae0637d/original/mrlm.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_" /></p>
<p>MADELEINE ROGER and LOGAN MCKILLOP stop by for an afternoon chat in Guelph, taking a break from their extensive touring to drink some tea and debrief. These two beams of light discuss the majesty of Manitoba wilderness, touring with an abundance of waffles, and debating guitar panning choices with your family at the dinner table. We listen to Madeleine Roger’s <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uyt1fSO3lNw" target="_blank">“60 Years More”</a> (off her record <em>Cottonwood</em>, out now) and Logan McKillop’s “Mother’s Love” (off his forthcoming record <em>Anchorless</em>). We learn how catching frogs is really a bad idea, touring with a kayak is crazy but wonderful, and the distinction between being lonely and being alone. Check out Madeleine and Logan’s websites for all the good info: <a href="http://www.madeleineroger.com/" target="_blank">madeleineroger.com</a> / <a href="https://www.loganmckillop.com/" target="_blank">loganmckillop.com</a>.</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63530992018-12-27T15:41:53-05:002020-06-14T15:44:46-04:0019 // Kieran Smyth Reassures Us That He's Doing Alright<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/487091/59d8ee8df81051d9fc8a70168f4c0b05435be918/original/pomes.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_" /></p>
<p>KIERAN SMYTH (of POMES) swoops by, bottle of wine in one hand and guitar in the other, in order to discuss avian death, spiritual fulfillment, and encapsulating the reckless nature of the modern party. We also talk Blink 182, Joanna Newsom, Neutral Milk Hotel, Jack Kerouac, and the importance of deep conversations with dads. Check out Pomes on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pomesband/" target="_blank">Facebook</a> etc. and look out for new music in 2019!</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63531002018-12-13T09:49:45-05:002020-06-14T14:26:37-04:0018 // Shawn William Clarke Adores A Parenthetical Title<p>Shawn William Clarke joins me in my Toronto bedroom to discuss three powerful songs off his 2017 album, “Topaz”. We discuss new age music, writing teenage romance honestly, and the problem of normalizing misogynistic covers. Head over to Wenona Craft Beer Lodge in Toronto this Sunday, December 16th, for the last 2018 instalment of their 1-on-1 Songwriter Session series. Shawn will be interviewing Melanie Brulée and David Newberry. Watch out for updates from Shawn at hwww.shawnwilliamclarke.com, and follow him on all those media doodads!</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63531012018-11-28T22:36:08-05:002020-06-14T14:26:37-04:0017 // Hungry Lake Purges an Apocalypse<p>Joe Thomas, from psychedelic folk-rock group Hungry Lake, invites me into his home studio to talk about all three tracks of their most recent EP, “Townies”! We touch on the Salem witch trials, Wilco, writing droughts, and the movie “Hot Fuzz”. Catch Hungry Lake at the ANAF Club in Guelph TODAY (Nov. 29th) or at the Horseshoe in Toronto on December 19th, and listen to “Townies” and the rest of their incredible catalogue at <a href="https://hungrylake.bandcamp.com/">https://hungrylake.bandcamp.com/</a> or on yer favourite music app!</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63531022018-11-15T20:27:59-05:002021-11-13T16:56:09-05:0016 // Marshall Veroni Captures The Ugly, Awkward, and Angry Beauty of Young Love<p>Marshall Veroni sits down with me in a Toronto bedroom to discuss three songs of his debut record, "In Fields". We explore trusting your musicians in the studio, finding ways to adequately thank your family, and the key to making a perfect grilled cheese. Marshall is currently on tour for this record, and his release date in Toronto is THIS Saturday, November 17th, at the Burdock (with friend of the show Cold Tea opening!). Check out Marshall's Facebook page for links to the album and further show dates: www.facebook.com/marshallveronimusic.</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63531032018-11-01T18:10:32-04:002020-06-14T14:26:37-04:0015 // Tragedy Ann Enlists A Choir of Grade Fives <p>Folk-blues dynamic duo Tragedy Ann take a break from their cross-Canada tour in order to discuss three tracks of their debut LP “Matches”. We talk about witnessing alcoholism, re-appropriating bible verses for environmentalist purposes, and the influence of the film <em>Shrek</em>. Check out their website (<a href="https://tragedyannmusic.com/" target="_blank">tragedyannmusic.com</a>) for tour dates! Listen to the new album on <a href="https://tragedyannmusic.bandcamp.com/album/matches" target="_blank">Bandcamp</a>, Spotify, and other streaming sites, and check out their amazing merchandise at an upcoming show.</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63531042018-09-06T17:14:58-04:002020-06-14T14:26:37-04:0014 // Daughter Of The Moon Shuts Off The Lights And Writes In A Closet<p>Daughter of the Moon (AKA Natalie Ramsay) sits down with me in a patch of Guelph grass to chat about two songs off her latest full-length album, "Daughter of the Moon"! We talk about establishing an alter-ego, letting the other kids have a turn when her dad plays on stage, and the influence of the Harry Potter franchise on creators. She is also the first guest to ask immediately after our interview, "where is the nearest beach?". Listening to her music, you will surely feel more connected to the natural world around you. Visit daughterofthemoonmusic.com for tour dates across Canada!</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63531052018-08-28T17:37:24-04:002020-06-14T14:26:37-04:0013 // Mike T. Kerr Drops The Honda Snowmobile Bridge<p>Mike T. Kerr dropped by Vapor RMW Studios in Toronto to talk shop, navigate his upbringing, and rank various other 'Mike Kerr's on this episode of Lyrically Speaking! We break down a few songs off his forthcoming LP "Guitar Rags and Country Ballads," learn the difference between folk and folkloric music, and touch on the importance of having a baby in the studio. Mike is taking over the world, so check out his tour dates at miketkerr.com and look forward to his new record's release on September 4th!</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63531062018-08-14T19:42:06-04:002020-06-14T14:26:38-04:0012 // Alanna Gurr Wants You To Slow Dance<p>Performer, songwriter and community organizer Alanna Gurr invites me to her balcony in order to discuss a couple tracks off her fantastic EP, "Stand Still". We chin-wag about the decision to put her current project, "Alanna Gurr & The Greatest State", on hiatus; learning to scream and not care about what others think; and how her mom's decision to give away her childhood cat may have impacted her feelings about felines ever since. Catch her performance with The Greatest State at Riverfest Elora THIS SUNDAY (August 19th), look out for Guelph's newest (and coolest?!) festival, Holy Smokes, this October, and listen to more tunes at: alannagurr.bandcamp.com.</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63531072018-08-07T07:35:08-04:002020-06-14T14:26:38-04:0011 // Alex Mason Masters The Water Metaphor<p>Small-town born, big city by choice, singer-songwriter Alex Mason invited me into his cabin-like apartment to discuss all three tracks off his forthcoming EP, “The Salt and the Sea (Live From Dorchester)". We discuss what it means to be a Canadian, how creativity takes time after the loss of a loved one, and Virginia Woolf (at last!). We also rank the great lakes. Follow Alex Mason on all the internet hot spots (@alexmasonmusic) and check out his release show on Saturday, August 11th, at the Dakota Tavern for what will no doubt be a mass catharsis.</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63531082018-07-10T18:42:25-04:002020-06-14T14:26:38-04:0010 // Mingjia Sets Orchestral Bones<p>Toronto musical innovator Mingjia and I chat in the shade of a maple tree in Toronto's Trinity Bellwoods park! We talk about the strangeness of meeting people, her experience on the Massey Hall stage, writing a song in a "practice hut," what she had for breakfast, and more. Listen to her latest EP (with pianist James Fernando), "Extended Layover" on Bandcamp, and watch her release her debut in Toronto later this summer! All the goodness at mingjiamusic.com.</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63531092018-07-03T23:10:53-04:002020-06-14T14:26:38-04:009 // Missy Bauman Revitalizes Post-It Poetry<p>Missy Bauman and I drink some tea and discuss three powerful songs off her debut LP, "Don't Fear The Dark". We talk about biking in the pouring rain, private songwriting, and desiring spectacular goodbyes. Visit missybauman.com for all the great things!</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63531102018-06-26T09:27:26-04:002020-06-14T14:26:38-04:008 // Cold Tea Recalls The Places That Know Her<p>Cold Tea (AKA Vale Abbott) met up with me in Toronto to discuss a couple tracks off her brilliant EP, "Recent History". We talk childhood spaces, loneliness as creative fuel, and how to conjugate the verb "dive". This was a blast to record, & Vale is full of great stories and thoughts surrounding this new EP. Stop by coldteamusic.com for updates as she takes over the world (in a nice way)!</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63531112018-06-19T22:58:03-04:002020-06-14T14:26:38-04:007 // R. Flex Rejects The Assumptive Relationship<p>R. Flex is pushing the boundaries of R&B in Toronto's underground scene, and came by to talk craft regarding three tracks of his recent A-Fos/Zlender produced EP, "In & Out". We get into self-confidence, queer cheating, and sexual openness. Insights about! Listen to Ryan's wisdom & check out his provocative new EP, "In & Out," on your local streaming sight.</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63531122018-06-12T13:12:19-04:002020-06-14T14:26:38-04:006 // Doris Folkens Preserves Family Lore<p>Dedicated and meticulous songwriter Doris Folkens came to the CFRU studio to discuss a few tracks off her self-titled debut LP. We talk about her grandmother's rescue of a piano from a burning house, the power of free writing, and a fashionable bird that curls its feathers . Check out dorisfolkens.com for more information as well as stories behind the album's songs.</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63531132018-06-04T22:41:40-04:002020-06-14T14:26:39-04:005 // John Muirhead, Indubitably<p>Ontario's thoughtful-folk sweetheart John Muirhead stops by the studio to discuss two tracks off his new EP, "Foundational". We talk space, time, and ointment. Visit johnpmuirhead.com or use your Facebook chops to track John's progress across Canada this summer & listen to his lovely EP.</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63531142018-05-29T16:01:18-04:002020-06-14T14:26:39-04:004 // Jojo Worthington Is A Candle<p>This episode of Lyrically Speaking features electronic folkster/ukulele innovator Jojo Worthington discussing a few track off her album "//" (AKA "Two Lines"). We celebrate this LP's two year anniversary by chatting Lolita, Habakkuk 3:17, and overcoming invisibility while eating baclava. Catch Jojo at an upcoming show and look out for her new EP slated for release later this summer: http://www.jojoworthington.com.</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63531152018-05-20T15:06:18-04:002020-06-14T14:26:39-04:003 // L Con Sneaks in Some Twin Peaks<p>This Episode of Lyrically Speaking features Toronto/Grey County based L Con (Lisa Conway), the master of minimal sound and maximum feeling, talking about old and new tracks in preparation for the release of her new LP, Insecurities In Being. Listen in as we discuss Ani DiFranco, over-apologizing, and making people wait for the drums. Check out www.lconofficial.com for show dates and to purchase the new album on May 25th!</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63531162018-05-15T22:07:56-04:002020-06-14T14:26:39-04:002 // The Lifers Ask, "How Is Your Heart?"<p>This Episode of Lyrically Speaking features Guelph sister-led power-folk outfit The Lifers talking about brand new songs off their latest LP <em>Honey Suite</em>, their songwriting process, and feeling smelly. Come see them kick off their album tour Wednesday, May 16th in Guelph, or across the U.S./Canada/Europe in the coming weeks. Details at thelifersmusic.com.</p>Sam Boertag:lyricallyspeakingshow.com,2005:Post/63531172018-04-28T10:00:00-04:002020-06-14T14:26:39-04:001 // Annie Sumi Appreciates Onomatopoeia<p>The very first episode of Lyrically Speaking features warm-souled folkster Annie Sumi! Annie stops by the studio to discuss a couple golden tracks off her beautiful new album, "In The Unknown". Check out more music & tour dates at anniesumi.com.</p>Sam Boer