Welcome To The Music

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Welcome To The Music is a music podcast hosted by Karim Kanji and Gregg Tilston, with 184 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Karim Kanji and Gregg Tilston hosts Welcome To The Music, a music show with 184 episodes published.

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  Rik Emmett Interview: Triumph, Poetry, and the Art of ‘Leaning Into It’

  Mar 27, 202645 minS0

  <p>In this episode of Welcome To The Music, Karim Kanji sits down with legendary Canadian musician Rik Emmett of Triumph for a wide-ranging and deeply thoughtful conversation.</p><br><p>Emmett reflects on his return to the stage with Triumph, sharing how preparing for the upcoming tour has renewed his sense of purpose, discipline, and creativity. He opens up about aging, managing physical limitations, and what it means to keep moving forward—both as an artist and as a person.</p><br><p>The conversation also explores his latest work as a poet, including the themes behind his new bo...

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  Marc Jordan Returns!

  Jan 25, 202622 minS0

  <p>Marc Jordan discussed his biography, "Rhythm of My Heart," with Karim Kanji, highlighting the collaborative process with author Don Breithaupt and reflecting on his personal experiences, including challenges with dyslexia and substance use that shaped his artistic journey. </p><br><p>He shared stories from his early performances at The Gasworks, emphasizing its significance in his career and expressing concerns about the current viability of music venues. Jordan reminisced about Toronto's vibrant music scene, particularly the role of Yonge Street in making live music accessible, while acknowledging the changes in artist support and promotion over the years. </p><br><...

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  Rik Emmett: Ten Telecaster Tales

  Apr 20, 202522 minS0

  <p>Welcome to the podcast a returning guest, Rik Emmett. Rik recently wrote a book called, Ten Telecaster Tales (published by ECW Press).</p><br><p>The discussion focused on Rik Emmett's creative journey, technical challenges, and insights into his latest projects. Emmett shared a humorous anecdote about a past miscommunication with a journalist. He elaborated on the artistic collaboration behind the cover of his book, highlighting the artist's steampunk design and his own contributions. The conversation also touched on Emmett's new Telecaster guitar, named "Babs," emphasizing its ergonomic features designed for aging musicians, and his plans to develop a...

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  Rewind with Kim Mitchell

  Mar 7, 20251h 6mS0

  <p>From August 3rd 2020: Kim Mitchell is a Canadian rock icon. This year he was inducted into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame. He was the lead singer with the influential rock band Max Webster and has had an outstanding solo career which has seen him earn numerous awards and accolades. His newest single, Wishes, is the first release on his latest album The Big Fantasize.</p><p><br></p><p > Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.</p>

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  UK punk band, Leatherface

  Jan 20, 202542 minS0

  <p>Gregg Tilston and Karim Kanji welcome to the show author Chris MacDonald!</p><br><p>The hosts welcomed Chris MacDonald, who introduced his book "Days and Days," which combines personal travel narratives with the story of the punk band Leatherface. The discussion covered themes of nostalgia, friendship, and the significance of lost music venues, with a focus on the Duchess in Leeds. Chris concluded by mentioning he is working on a ghost story for his next book.</p><p > Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.</p>

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