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604 Records Presents: Verses
by 604 Podcast Network
"604 Records Presents: Verses" is the podcast that cuts through the noise and gets to the heart of what it really takes to make it in the music industry. Born out of the relentless energy of 604 Records—Canada's largest independent label that's been breaking boundaries since 2002—this series goes beyond the surface to explore the unvarnished truths of the music world. Each episode is a raw, unfiltered conversation with the artists who've fought their way to the top, supported by a label that knows what it means to hustle.With 604 Records' legacy of nurturing groundbreaking talent and challenging the status quo, "Verses" pulls back the curtain on the grind of building a fan base, the daring evolution of sound, and the intense pressure of releasing new music. This is where the stories get real, the insights get deep, and the lessons are hard-earned. If you're ready to hear from the artists who don't just follow trends—they set them—subscribe now. "604 Records Presents: Verses" is where
Episodes
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Rachel Schaefer on the weird face special that nearly happened, owning a vegetarian lizard & more
Rachel Schaefer sits down with Kevvy Maher to discuss the making of her comedy special I've Never Told Anyone That Before. They talk about: - Her boyfriend's genuinely terrifying night terrors - Sleeping head-to-feet - Owning a vegetarian lizard - The weirdest restaurant customers imaginable…
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The Vancouver Band Making Jazz Fans Crowd Surf: Sam Tonning x Chopping Spree
Sam Tonning chats with Vancouver's rising band Chopping Spree at the Railtown Rooftop Party (featuring the Summerlight Stage) to talk about their journey from high school bands and university jazz ensembles to sold-out shows, crowd surfers, and one of the most unique sounds in Canadian music.…
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604 Decades Artists 64 Funnycars on West Canada's 80s Scene, Playing Legendary Venues & More
What was it like building a band in Western Canada before streaming, before social media, and before anyone outside your city knew your name? In this episode of Verses, Jonathan Simkin sits down with 64 Funnycars, one of Victoria's underground power-pop bands from the late 80s, to talk about the...
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Dave Faber (Faber Drive) — His Son's Viral Hit, Seven Second Surgery, & Drinking Before Live Performance | Verses
Jonathan Simkin sits down with Dave Faber of Faber Drive to talk through the making of Seven Second Surgery, late-night studio tales, vocal surgery and recovery, why some records break in Canada but not the US, and 604 Records' plan to reissue and upscale videos for the band's 19th anniversary....
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Kelsey '21 fingers gig-pig' Hamilton on Nate Go Wild, her new comedy special's blooper reel & more
Kelsey Hamilton sits down with Kevvy Maher who directed her debut comedy special to talk through it as well as a whole bunch of other nonsense. We learn why a lime scooter, then a blooper reel was the only thing that mattered for the special, her mother's obsession with Nate Go Wild the…
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Dave Genn Clown Rangles The Jins | A Chaotic Episode of Verses
The Jins join Dave Genn on Verses for a chaotic conversation covering their new record, early DIY shows, and their upcoming European tour. From cassette-era gigs in questionable venues to planning a full overseas run, the band commits to 25 minutes of pure sillyness as Dave regrets his choice of…
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Fionn & Vox Rea on Flaw State, Youth Obsession, & Felix Cartal Collabs on Verses
Sister bands Fionn and Vox Rea join the podcast to talk about growing up in the Vancouver music scene, busking at Granville Island as teenagers, and how the some of the weird experiences there shaped their careers. Topics include: Busking at Granville Island Pressure around age in the music...
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Going Viral, Signing A Major Deal, Then Walking Away To Grow Down with Robyn Ottolini on Verses
In this episode of Verses, Jonathan Simkin sits down with Robyn Ottolini for a candid conversation about going viral with "F-150," signing a major deal, walking away from the industry machine, and rebuilding her career on her own terms. Robyn shares her journey from growing up in Uxbridge…
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From Film to Label Deal: Payton Adler Talks Floorplan | Verses Podcast
In this special episode of Verses, Jonathan Simkin sits down with Payton Adler — frontman of Floorplan — to discuss their debut self-titled EP, creative struggles, and building a loyal fanbase. Payton opens up about writing from personal lows, performing with emotional intensity, and what it…
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Kevvy Maher on Fionn Collabs, Rhythm Prism (not Prison), The Caitlyn Clark Obsession & More
Fake Shark frontman Kevvy Maher joins Jonathan Simkin to talk about making ambitious albums, working with Kool Keith, writing on tour, and building a long-term career outside the major label system. The pair also devise a genius strategy to make 0.00006% of a penny by streaming their own songs…
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Murdery Music, Pro Wrestling, and Wild Visuals: Behind Sleepy Gonzales' New Era
Nick and Ally from Sleepy Gonzales join their project manager Joseph for a candid conversation about their new music, creative process, and wildest band stories. They open up about getting in trouble for their "murdery" music videos, Nick's passion for low-level pro wrestling, and how touring...
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Kenn Coutu & Dave Genn | Rock Now VS Then And Staying Relevant & Authentic in Music
Kenn and Dave dive deep with Jonathan Simkin into the evolving music industry, exploring the challenges of staying relevant in a fast-changing digital world. They look ahead to the new content coming from Armchair Cynics, insights into the effort to launch the band in the 2000s, and why there is…
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Writing Blow, Road Rage Lyrics, & Why Canadian Radio Is the Best | Kevvy x Fionn on Verses
Canadian pop duo Fionn (Alanna & Brianne) join Kevvy Maher (Fake Shark, 604 Records) on Verses to reveal the stories behind their viral single "Blow" and fan favorite "Banshee." They break down their unique 15-minute songwriting rule, share behind-the-scenes moments from recording Everyone's a...
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The Death of Albums & Rock's New Place in the World with Chase The Bear & Danny Craig
Chase The Bear & Danny Craig of Rock Is Dead sit down with Jonathan Simkin to chat through the band's origin story, adapting to the way music is consumed now, and where Rock music is going now. The band also talk influences from Chad Kroeger to Beethoven & Paganini, and exchange stories with...
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AI, TikTok, & Streaming as a Modern Musician | Kelowna Country Artist Mitch Zorn & Jonathan Simkin on Verses
Jonathan Simkin of 604 Records sits down with country artist Mitch Zorn to talk about the booming Kelowna music scene, the excitement of signing to a label, and how radio, streaming & viral moments impact artists today. Mitch shares thoughts on his new EP, staying authentic in the digital age…
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Complicated Writing, Concept Albums & Connections Online with Fans | Freeze The Fall & Charlie Kerr
Charlie Kerr of Hotel Mira sits down with Freeze The Fall to talk about the journey from local Kelowna music scenes to creating technically complex, emotionally powerful music. They break down songwriting processes, unexpected influences, and how technicality and creativity collide in the studio....
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The Armchair Cynics Return: Lost Demos, Upscaled Videos & Victoria's 2000s Scene
The Armchair Cynics sit down with Jonathan to revisit a wild chapter of Canadian alt-rock: the Killing the Romance era, the story behind "Coal Mine," why "Starting Today" still hits, and the hard drive discovery that unearthed unreleased demos. They break down recording with Dave Genn, sessions...
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Sorting It Out: Andrew Hyatt & Jonathan Simkin Reunite On Verses
After six months without speaking due to a personal and professional dispute, Jonathan Simkin (604 Records founder, music lawyer, and manager) and Andrew Hyatt (award-winning Canadian country artist) reunite for the first time — on Verses. This is more than a standard music industry podcast...
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The Vidos & Dave Benedict on Toilet Emergencies, Songwriting, and Rock's Evolution
Jonathan Simkin sits down with Dave Benedict (Default) and Brett & Nolan from The Vidos to talk new music, their upcoming tour, and the lessons learned from years in the music industry. From high school band days to navigating record labels, the conversation covers authenticity in songwriting…
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Punjabi Music, Artist Management & Industry Insights | Jonathan Simkin x Nikhil Dwivedi on Verses
Jonathan Simkin (604 Records) sits down with Nikhil Dwivedi from EYP Creations to discuss the rise of Punjabi music on the global stage, the art of artist management, digital music trends, and how EYP is supporting emerging talent through projects like Your Debut Canada. Learn why perfecting your...
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Music, Mental Health & Making the Charts | Country Artist Chevy Beaulieu & Jonathan
Chevy Beaulieu joins 604 Records President Jonathan Simkin on Verses to discuss his journey as a Métis and First Nations country artist. From his musical roots to his challenges balancing a day job and a rising music career, Chevy's path is one of resilience. Learn about his songwriting process,...
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604 Decades | Jonathan Simkin & Alan D Boyd On Decades Past and Ahead
In this episode of 604 Records Presents: Verses, President of 604 Records Jonathan Simkin chats with song writer/producer Alan D Boyd , the creative force behind cult shoegaze band Movieland. The pair reminisce on Music now vs then, how Vancouver, London and other big cities have changed over…
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Mitch Zorn: Journey into Country Music & Authentic Songwriting
Join guest host Wendy Boomer as we dive into an inspiring conversation with Mitch Zorn as he takes us through his journey into country music. From his first gig performing alongside his dad to crafting authentic lyrics that resonate, Mitch shares how his musical upbringing and solo songwriting...
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From Opera Beginnings to Clown College | Toddy's Creative Journey with Steve Sidi
From early opera performances to a dynamic music career, Toddy shares their unique artistic evolution in this episode. They reflect on transitioning from opera to studio albums, navigating imposter syndrome, and blending their drag persona into their work. The conversation covers the impact of...
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Touring & Twin Telepathy | Musician Life with Fionn & Ingrid Borges
In this episode of Verses, Alanna and Brianne of Fionn open up about their first headlining tour across Canada, sharing stories from the road, from driving in unpredictable weather to fueling up on Tim Hortons. The sisters dive into the joys of connecting with new fans, unexpected support at…
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Comedy, Branding, and the Perils of 3D Movies | Mevvy reunited on Verses
Join Matt Webb and Kevvy in this hilarious episode of Verses as they reminisce about their attempts to launch a quirky brand, Mevvy, and the pillowcase prototype that didn't quite take off! They dive into their musical journeys, including Kevvy's upcoming album and tour, and laugh about awkward...
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The Rollercoaster of Touring Life & Coming Full Circle | Off The Record with Kevvy & Grant Zubritsky
In this episode, Kevvy & Grant share their personal experiences from a years of international performances, exploring the exhilaration of live shows and the reality of being on the road. The chat is full of stories of their early days in a performing arts high school to current successes in music...
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Organic Beginnings & New EP 'Seven,' | Holy Felix and Ingrid Borges on Performance Aesthetic
In this episode of 604 Records Presents: Verses, host Ingrid Borges sits down with Felix, the creative force behind Holy Felix, to dive into his journey as an artist. Felix opens up about his early love for music, how his band came together naturally, and the unique, intentional aesthetic that...
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The Birth of WAASH | A New Chapter with Andrew Bishop & Ingrid Borges
In this 604 Records Presents: Verses episode, host Ingrid Borges interviews Andrew Bishop, the creative force behind the band WAASH. Over the past decade, Andrew has earned his reputation as one of Vancouver's most versatile pop talents, contributing his songwriting and production skills to...
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All or Nothing | Charlie Kerr & Kevvy on Going All In
In this episode of 604 Records Presents: Verses, Charlie Kerr (frontman for Hotel Mira) goes deep into his "all or nothing" mentality, reflecting on addiction, creativity, and the relentless drive that shapes his music. Joined by Kevvy from Fake Shark, the two discuss how their personal struggles...
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Behind the Scenes of Her First Single | Allison Daniels vs Jonathan Simkin
In this episode of 604 Podcast Network Presents: Verses, 604 Records President Jonathan Simkin sits down with artist Allison Daniels for an in-depth conversation about her journey to signing with the label and the creation of her first single. They discuss the themes of empowerment and personal...
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Breaking Out and Blowing Up | Marianas Trench vs Jonathan Simkin
We're kicking off "604 Records Presents: Verses" with a no-holds-barred chat between the legends of Marianas Trench and 604 Records President Jonathan Simkin. In this episode, the guys spill the tea on their early hustle in Toronto, the grind of pushing their first album, and how Much Music…
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604 Records Presents: Verses
Welcome to "604 Records Presents: Verses," where the music industry gets real. Brought to you by the trailblazing 604 Records, this podcast dives deep with top artists, uncovering the raw stories, challenges, and victories that shaped their careers. If you're ready to go behind the scenes of the...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
"604 Records Presents: Verses" is the podcast that cuts through the noise and gets to the heart of what it really takes to make it in the music industry. Born out of the relentless energy of 604 Records—Canada's largest independent label that's been breaking boundaries since 2002—this series goes beyond the surface to explore the unvarnished truths of the music world. Each episode is a raw, unfiltered conversation with the artists who've fought their way to the top, supported by a label that knows what it means to hustle.With 604 Records' legacy of nurturing groundbreaking talent and challenging the status quo, "Verses" pulls back the curtain on the grind of building a fan base, the daring evolution of sound, and the intense pressure of releasing new music. This is where the stories get real, the insights get deep, and the lessons are hard-earned. If you're ready to hear from the artists who don't just follow trends—they set them—subscribe now. "604 Records Presents: Verses" is where
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"604 Records Presents: Verses" is the podcast that cuts through the noise and gets to the heart of what it really takes to make it in the music industry. Born out of the relentless energy of 604 Records—Canada's largest independent label that's been breaking boundaries since 2002—this series goes...
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