Purple City Podcast

Stepping further into the mind of Minenko. Shut the FUCK UP HAL!

Part 2 recorded 01/09/2026"It's not until tomorrow until you sleep"Happy Trails, Purple City...

In 2025 I saw 266 performances.As always, I sit down with a box of wine and run through each and every one of them. Buckle up cowboy.Song: "Winnipeg Famous" by Smoky TigerAd: "Winnipeg beer"Intro: "Times Have Changed, Really High and Lonesome" recorded 12/31/2025/01/01/2026Intro: "It's Weird" recorded 01/02/2026Podcast: "Annual run through" recorded 01/04/2025Happy Trails, Purple City...

Song: "Kola's Hawaiian Evening Serenade" by kolakolapopPhone Call: "Attempting to buy tickets to the 5g Enema Show" Song: "Highland Princess Jig" by Boys RoadAdvertisement: "Sugar Rice Krinkles"Intro: "Sickly done and shoulda been rerecorded. Lazy work on my part" recorded "12/27/2025Advertisement: "Old Milwaukee" Interview: "Brent Schoffner" recorded somewhere in 2016Happy Trails, Purple City...

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GREG HANEC ON THE SHOW.Song: "Live improv set" by DJ SalingerIntro: "Space is the place for star wars" recorded 11/08/2025Song: "Live improv set" by CogsInterview: "Greg Hanec" recorded 11/06/2025Happy Trails, Purple City...

MOYAMOYA ON THE SHOW. Song: "White Noise" by MOYAMOYAIntro(s): "My brain is rotting due to very well known circumstances" recorded 11/08/2025Interview: "MOYAMOYA" recorded 11/05/2025Outro: "Happy Trails" by kolakolapopHappy Trails, Purple City...

Ampersand Rue on the show.Andrew is known for being an integral part of such bands as Empaths in Retrograde, No Purpose, Jilted Brimley, an Oasis cover band as well as other bands he can't remember the names of. Intro Song: "Sad Spongebob in Bikini Bottom Music" by kolakolapopSong: "Hive" by Ampersand RueIntro: "&" recorded 10/26/2025Interview: "Ampersand Rue" recorded 10/21/2025Happy Trails, Purple City...

[REUPLOAD]Quinn Hall is a local photographer prominent in the Winnipeg hardcore/punk scene. Song: "Antoinette" by Leons Getting Larger (REMOVED)Intro: "No running in the hallways" recorded 09/28/2025Interview: "Quinn Hall" recorded 10/08/2025Happy Trails, Purple City...

We are back after a much needed week long hiatus! Harvest Moon and Mango Fest kept me busy! Truth is, I actually forgot to have this uploaded ahead of time so deal with it. Nobody even cares I'm sure, let alone care enough to read this far into the description.Today on the show we have Yung Romello bringing an end to my backlog of episodes recorded earlier this year. After this we get more current. It's how this show works, okay? It's worked for me so far so make it work for you and don't be a little bitch about it. Yung Romello is a Jamaican Canadian rapper based out of Winnipeg, MB. Some of his biggest inspirations in music are B.I.G., Noveliss/CFS, Dave East, 50 Cent, Xavier Wulf and Wiz Khalifa. Song: "The Zone Pt. ll" by Rung RomelloIntro: "Old Romello" recorded 09/01/2025Interview: Yung Romello recorded 04/08/2025Happy Trails, Purple City...

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Today we have For Rosebud on the show.Song: "Talk About the World" by For RosebudIntro: "Not one word" recorded 08/10/2025Advertisement: "Rose Garden. They need men."Intro: "The rising snow in the shaking globe" recorded 08/10/2025Interview: "For Rosebud"Happy Trails, Purple City...

This one's for all you acid freaks out there.Oh, yesferatu. We got Jakob Spence back on the show for a little filler during festival season and a little change of pace, back to the roots if you will. You can see Jakob Spence performing at Mango Fest with his new band Disco Lizzards on Saturday, September 20th at Little Brown Jug.Song: "Purple City Far Away in Time" by Remnants of Intrigue recorded 11/01/2024Clip: "Acid" recorded 10/20/2024Intro: "The Fruit is Ripe" recorded 08/03/2025Clip: "Disco Lizzards" recorded 07/23/2025Song: "On Top of Old Smokey" by Remnants of IntrigueIntro: "Yesferatu Baby, that's Nos" recorded 08/03/2025Interview: "Ratu" recorded 01/12/2025Re:Interview "Ratu got a new shoe" recorded 08/01/2025Happy Trails, Purple City...

VVonder is a rock'n'roll band. They play and sing and wear strange clothing. They have songs. Sometimes the songs go one into the next and sometimes they say things between them. Some of the sounds they make are confusing but mostly they are nice. VVonder may be worth investigating.Song: "Mistake" by VVonderIntro: "Oh what a day" recorded 07/02/2025Interview: "VVonder" recorded 03/18/2025Happy Trails, Purple City...

Sacowine. Purple Cities finest punk band in town.Intro: "The Boy is Back in Town Baby" recorded 07/02/2025Song: "Our Idea of Fun" by SacowineSong: "Back in Town" by SacowineIntro: "Slappa da Sack" recorded 07/01/2025Song: "Nuclear War" by SacowineInterview: "Sacowine" recorded 02/07/2025Happy Trails, Purple City...

Watermelt is a local Winnipeg DJ/ProducerCatch them at many festivals this summer!Song: "Cloudgazing w/ Mateo" by WatermeltIntro: "The water is melting all around me" recorded 06/15/2025Song: "A Small Loan" by Watermelt w/ MateoInterview: "Watermelt" recorded 03/19/2025Happy Trails, Purple City...

2025 has been a busy one for Ash and the Arsonists. With the release of their new EP Burn, they have been slowly gaining a larger fan base and playing bigger venues with Winnipeg's best bands. Dropping singles such as "Drag Me Down, The Unseen War, and Wound" the hits just keep coming! Watch out for The Arsonists playing a venue near you, as they have only begun to heat things up!Song: "Left for Dead" by Ash and the ArsonistsIntro: "Security didn't let the drill inside the house of taps" recorded 06/06/2025Interview: "Ash and the Arsonists" recorded 02/04/2025Happy Trails, Purple City...

The interview you have all been waiting for has finally arrived. It has reached it's destination.Destination where? Destination embedded into your fucking memory is where. Colin Patrick, better known as “Postwar“ is a Canadian born Hip Hop & Alternative musical artist from Winnipeg, Manitoba. He is known for his tendency to switch and combine genres and his distinctive, aggressive delivery.Voicemail: "Jimmy Stewart checks in with Purple City" recorded 01/13/2025Song: "Hurt (LIVE @ an undisclosed location)" by PostwarSong: "Family Home" by PostwarIntro: "Some prewar postwar prepod postsong currentspeak for time travelers and non linear hearers" recorded 05/30/2025Song: "WHOLE CREW FULLA DAWGS" by PostwarInterview: "Postwar" recorded 05/23/2025Happy Trails, Purple City...

Formed in late 2022. Pure entry blends a modern rock sound with a vintage vibe. Rooted in Mantioba, Canada. The band consists of Dave Mcdougall on lead vocals and guitar, Alex Simpson on drums, Erik Isfeld on bass, and Mike Sudoma on lead guitar.

Back for the second time, Sunbreather is on the show!Sunbreather fuses the genres of funk, prog, and grunge (with a touch of jazz influence), crafting a sound that is both vibrant and refined. Their intricate, groovy rhythms and soaring melodies transport listeners to another dimension.Their powerhouse rhythm section comprises of Noah Leggett on drums, James Langdon on bass,and Callum Young-Thiessen on guitar. However, it's the incredible vocalist, Anah Rempel, who completes the ensemble, bringing a unique magic to their sound. Sunbreather's music is full of surprises and unexpected twists, showcasing the band's impressive musicianship and tight chemistry. With catchy hooks, organic grooves, and thoughtful songwriting, their music is both accessible and complex, appealing to fans of all kinds of music.Whether you're in the mood for some funky jams or grunge-esque progressive flavours, Sunbreather has something for everyone. So sit back, relax, and let their sun-kissed sound take you on a journey.Song: "Porcelain Doll" by SunbreatherIntro: "Breathing dem shine filled rays" recorded 04/27/2025Song: "Show Me Your Love" by SunbreatherInterview: "Sunbreather" recorded 03/13/2025Happy Trails, Purple City...Sunbreather is on tour NOW!https://www.manitobamusic.com/profiles/view,499/sunbreather

Buenos Diaz is the project of Austin-based guitarist/singer Nick Diaz. Known for his genre-bending blend of blues, alt-rock, soul, and Latin influences, Diaz has carved out a space as one of Texas’ most versatile performers. With deep touring experience, a rich discography, and standout guitar chops, Buenos Diaz delivers raw, roots-driven rock with a modern edge.Song: "Neptune Soul Charge" by Buenos DiazIntro: "Disdain for video call interviews" recorded 04/18/2025Interview: "Buenos Diaz" recorded 04/16/2025Happy Trails, Purple City...https://www.buenosdiazmusic.comInstagram.combuenosdiazmusichttps://open.spotify.com/artist/28fMkMtTYfWLt8Hd7cgC3R?si=5jtWHNvxR7mCxQA5YkiWQ

Nagi is a queer/metis led Stoner Funk Band from Winnipeg on treaty no.1 land. Nagi blends heavy/fuzzy tone with funky grooves, imagine if Kyuss and RHCP had a punk rock nephew who sang songs about getting better. Nagi means Sprit in Assiniboine and Serpent in eastern philosophy, we let mother music speak through us so all our spirts are lifted!Intro: "Purple City Podcast Disclaimer" recorded 04/03/2025Song: "Lush" by NagiIntro: "What it's about" recorded 03/30/2025Interview: "Nagi" recorded 11/14/2024Happy Trails , Purple City...

Today we have the legendary Smoky Tiger on the show... Or do we? This isn't your average podcast. In fact, I'm not even sure if one could call this a podcast at all. Whatever this is though, it requires you to watch the actual video. A lot of hard work and time was put into creating this and what transpired is what we now have for you all to enjoy. "Smoky Tiger is a Winnipeg-based artist blending neoshamanism, outsider art, and electronic music into a unique sonic experience. Known for his genre-defying sets, he fuses tribal rhythms, deep bass, and hypnotic beats to create an immersive atmosphere. A true outsider in the scene, Smoky Tiger’s performances channel mysticism and raw creativity, pushing boundaries and transforming dance floors into ritual spaces."See the real Smoky Tiger live April 11th at The Obsorne Taphouse closing out the Purple City Presents ShowTICKET LINK BELOW https://www.eventbrite.com/e/purple-city-podcast-presents-tickets-1134224990479?aff=eemailordconf&ref=eemailordconf&utm_campaign=order-confirm-bcc&utm_medium=email&utm_source=eventbrite&utm_term=viewevent

This edition of Purple City Podcast features the one and only Sleepyzay!Who is Sleepyzay?Bursting into the music scene in Winnipeg in 2022, SleepyZay brings an abstract persona that’s sure to captivate audiences. Catching buzz with the song “880”, and the subsequent remix featuring Max Winds, Zay has built himself a reputation off his swift, severe bars and his unique character, and continues to push his sound the SleepyZay Way.Song: "FÄR" by SleepyzayIntro: "Prelude to that deep, deep, sleep" recorded 03/10/2025Song: "FLIPPIN SAMPLES" by TripSitMafia, SleepyzayInterview: "Sleepyzay" recorded 01/08/2025Happy Trails, Purple City...

Fresh off the red carpet, we are here once again giving you the ability to feast with your own eyes upon the PCP magicKovin Kestnar is our guest once again and today we have a very special co-host, Mr. Jakob Spence, the classic, much needed straight man here to balance it all out.Who is Kovin Kestnar? "Kovin Kestnar is a sublime lyricist, being able to layer both humor and harsh reality into his raps. He weaves dark worlds thru his words and is able to bring you into the headspace of any character he has in his arsenal. Kovin is a messiah, he is a poet." - Jakob Spence"Absurdist, horror core, shocking, poetic, multi faceted artist ,madman, Métis artist." - Trrm"Kovin Kestnar’s music is an exercise in the futility, but also beauty of art itself. Masterwork of the craft is no escape from the nihilistic hellscape of everyday life. However, through expertly crafted rhymes beats and visual art, Kovin shines a light into the corners of the listeners mind that they themselves rarely visit." - Postwar"Kovin gets laid for $20 and has a hairy ass like bear grills. + Jakob smells good and is the lord almighty of Peguis" - Kovin KestnarInterview: "Kovin Kestnar" recorded 01/26/2025

Digital Wrkshop is a multimedia company specializing helping musicians find their online presenceInterview: "Digital Wrkshop" recorded 01/15/2025https://www.instagram.com/digitalwrkshop?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

Song: "Intro" by Icy Melz Song: "WONKY!" by Icy Melz Intro: "Water at temperatures below zero" recorded 01/13/2025 Song: "PERMAFRIED" by Trip Bishop X Icy Melz Interview: "Icy Melz" recorded 01/07/2025 Happy Trails, Purple City...

Sleeptalker is a 3 piece powerhouse from Winnipeg, MB bringing their own style and flavour to alternative rock music, combining an eclectic blend of hardcore, shoegaze and early emo, with anxious ‘heart on your sleeve’ vocals. The band entirely self produced their debut EP ‘I’ve Counted Every Lie’ at Section 7 Studios, which you can listen to now on all streaming platforms. https://linktr.ee/sleepxtalker Song: "I Never Wanted This" by Sleeptalker Intro: "Waketalking" recorded 12/31/2024 Interview: "Sleeptalker" recorded 11/07/2024 Happy Trails, Purple City... EP "I've Counted Every Lie" Available now!

The annual PCPACBS A brief run down of each and every performance I saw in the year of 2024 There were 297. Song: "Freedom" by Sam Singer Inner Workings: "2024 in review" recorded 01/06/02025 Happy Trails, Purple City...

The annual PCPACBS A brief run down of each and every performance I saw in the year of 2024. There were 297. Song: "Runaways" by Great Wealth Inner Workings: "2024 in Review" recorded 01/05/2025

Dexter's Labratory "Josh Mankasingh aka Dexter is a photographer/videographer from Winnipeg, Manitoba who specializes in gritty, narrative-driven visuals. He started his photography journey in 2017, and looks to continue his work within the local scenes here in Winnipeg. You can find out what he’s up to on social media, where he keeps quite active." Advertisement: "Dexter's Lab" Song: "FIVE MORE DAYS (PROD JOLST)" by Kovin Kestnar Intro to the Intro: "They Got Me" recorded 12/15/2024 Intro: "Religious Experiments in the Lab" recorded 12/07/2024 Advertisement: "Dexter's Lab Hip Hop Experiment" Interview: "Dexter's Labratory" recorded 11/26/2024 Advertisement: "Black Coffee in Dexter's Lab" Happy Trails, Purple City... IG: @dexterslabratoryca Advertisement: Song: "Far Away Eyes" by The Rolling Stones Advertisement: Intro: "My faith is in your ability to connect" recorded 12/07/2024 Advertisement: Interview: "Dexter's Laboratory" recorded 11/26/2024 Advertisement: Happy Trails, Purple City...

PART 2 TRRM (pronounced term) is an experimental hip hop rapper/producer who’s blends of sounds comes from many different sub genres of hip hop (including cloud rap, Memphis phonk, modern trap, ambient). Spanning from early SoundCloud days, TRRM uses these sounds and blends them with lyricism as broad as the soundscape. Song: "Revere" by Trrm Interview: "Trrm" recorded 10/05/2024 Happy Trails, Purple City "Scratchmyskull" releases January 6th 4 track EP titled “periasa” January 27th https://soundcloud.com/Isstrrm

TRRM (pronounced term) is an experimental hip hop rapper/producer who’s blends of sounds comes from many different sub genres of hip hop (including cloud rap, Memphis phonk, modern trap, ambient). Spanning from early SoundCloud days, TRRM uses these sounds and blends them with lyricism as broad as the soundscape. Song: "Cliff (Demo)" By Trrm (produced by Bleachh) Intro: "Intro to the intro" recorded 12/22/2024 Song: "OZYMANDIAS" By Trrm and Kovin Kestnar Intro: "We have come full circle" recorded 12/05/2024 Interview: "Trrm" recorded 10/05/2024 "Scratchmyskull" releases January 6th 4 track EP titled “periasa” January 27th https://soundcloud.com/Isstrrm

Reecie is an experimental electronic music artist from Winnipeg, MB. He enjoys pushing the envelope in terms of blending genres by using elements of hip-hop, hyperpop, EDM subgenres such as happy hardcore, all the way to folk and punk. Beginning to produce hardstyle music at the age of 11, he quickly found a love for exploring the production of other genres as well as blending them together. Song: "Ash Trays and Ashes" by Kovin Kestnar w/ Reecie Advertisement: Intro: "Summersault" recorded 12/06/2024 Song: "ur hands r so pretty... punch me in the face <3" by Reecie Advertisement: Interview: "Reecie" recorded 11/04/2024 Happy Trails, Purple City... https://www.instagram.com/reecie1111?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

whale1/(h)wāl/noun a very large marine mammal with a streamlined hairless body, a horizontal tail fin, and a blowhole on top of the head for breathing. ham·mer/ˈhamər/noun 1.a tool with a heavy metal head mounted at right angles at the end of a handle, used for jobs such as breaking things and driving in nails. WHALEHAMMER: LEGENDS OF THE ORIGIN STORY WHALEHAMMER was forged within the frost bitten confines of Winnipeg Canada. The band began as a two piece Rock + Roll outfit founded by cousins Roger Mourflier ll (singer/songwriter/guitarist) and Robert Schau ll (drummer/songwriter). Their intent was to expand upon their sound by adding additional members. Joshua Taillefer (synth, guitar, programmer, songwriter, backing vocals) joined the fold a few years after the bands initial inception bringing with him a wide array of skills and songs forever transforming augmenting the groups sonic identity. WHALEHAMMER's sound is an exciting concoction of electronic and progressive music built upon the foundation of strong and innovative songwriting that all three members have a hand in creating. This band is a sterling example of the sum being greater than it's parts. Song: "Broken Fixer" by WHALEHAMMER Intro: "The Fist that Hammers the Whale in the Pond" recorded 11/29/2024 Interview: WHALEHAMMER - recorded 10/23/2024 Happy Trails, Purple City... https://www.instagram.com/whalehammer/

Kolakolapop is an experimental electronic pop artist who creates music with short sampled loops from old 50's and 60's pop songs such as the Beach Boys, Beatles, Velvet Underground, Buddy Holly, The Tornados and whatever else may sound vaguely interesting. These loops turn into evolving grooves over time with melodies that create new sections to keep things fresh over the duration of the song. Catch Kolakolapop on Saturday, November 30th with Elseweyr at Park Alleys or Sunday, December 15th at Times Changed High and Lonesome Club opening up for BA Johnston! Ticket links below Song: "My Roots" by Kolakolapop Advertisement: "A cola of sorts" Intro: "My Apologies, Ladies and Gentlemen" Song: "Tone Noah" by Kolakolapop Interview: Kolakolapop Happy Trails, Purple City... https://3common.com/event/elseweyr-with-kolakolapop-6705a5450a600f847e9122ba https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/ba-johnston-xmas-special-w-smoky-tiger-and-kolakolapop-meat-draw-tickets-1048492157267 https://www.instagram.com/kolakolapop788/

Paige Drobot: "Heartfelt songwriting and weirdly spiritual guitar playing. Comforting , but edgy , eyes-closed music, with harmonies from the family band." Check out her show this Friday, November 8th at ANAF Club 60! Song: "Nicotine Smile" by The Psychics Intro: - Recorded 10/24/2024 Song: "Woman" by Paige Drobot Interview: "Paige Drobot" - Recorded 10/17/2024 Happy Trails, Purple City... https://paigedrobot.bandcamp.com/album/alien-girl

"Empath" isn't an official psychological term, but it's generally defined as a person who is highly attuned to the emotions of others. Empathy is an essential skill for all kinds of relationships. But people with very high levels of it may have a hard time setting boundaries between themselves and others. ret·ro·grade/ˈretrəˌɡrād/adjective directed or moving backward."a retrograde flow a degenerate person. Desperate to start a revolution that would destroy the music scene (after getting his heart broken by a recording engineer), singer/songwriter/open mic king, Snarky Remarkable (The Full Benefits) embarked on a journey to the Himalayan mountains where he found The Ampersand, who quickly tempered his expectations. Fully surrendering to their insignificance, they filled out their band with guitarist Ryan Whiskey (The Meatstix, The Milt Homely Experience), bassist William Mayer (Nagi) and keyboardist Jordan. Jordan turned out to be a jerk-faced jerk who left the band and was replaced by synth wizard Kola Kola Pop (who has since abandoned them as well). They perform an intense brand of roots/rock/soul/psychedelia built around catchy, lyrically dense, emotional explorations of heartbreak, grief, boredom and mental illness with a touch of levity and humour. Their performances at The Park Alleys and The Osborne Taphouse presented a band hellbent on creating a connected and transcendent live musical experience that stays with those who experience it.  Their debut single “She Comes to the City” is available wherever music is listened to, as well their follow up smash “Drugs are Fun”.  Check out their website www.empathsinretrograde.com or find them on instagram @empaths_in_retrograde for all the upcoming fun

Glad·ly /ˈɡladlē/adverb willingly or eagerly. GLADLY is the creation of Glenn Radley, a songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. GLADLY draws influence from Queen, Courtney Barnett, My Chemical Romance, Father John Misty, Devo, Nirvana and more!💜

The way I see things Things just are And I just am And that's the way It is Nothing to be done Of the things We wish to change Only way To get out Is through No Logic In the chaos here Sometimes Feel like Putting on Magic cloak And running off Into the dark All alone - Jakob Spence INTRO SONG: "Puzzle Box" by Jakob Spence (ft. Jonah Strassel) - Live at Gentle Fest Professional Promiscuous Proximity Portal Alternative Folk Festival Campsite - recorded 08/23/2024 INTERVIEW: "The Jakob Spencecast" recorded 09/27/2024 OUTRO SONG: "Guitar Medley" by Jakob Spence - recorded 09/27/2024 Happy Trails, Purple City... https://searchingbear.bandcamp.com/track/puzzlebox-demo

Dalphon Black is this weeks guest on this edition of Purple City Podcast Dalphon writes, produces, and records all of the music. Recorded over a period of 6-7 years, these songs were created with minimal knowledge in the way of the recording process. A big part of the allure of the project was the lack of knowledge. The point was seeing how far one can stretch a bare minimum understanding of how things work, and how coherent can the outcome be? All of the sounds you hear on this album were recorded directly into audacity using a single USB “rockband” video game microphone.💜 INTRO: "Suckin' on a rancher" recorded 04/28/2024 SONG: "Sandcastles" by Dalphon Black INTRO: "The story of Dave" recorded 08/30/2024 SONG: "Sleepwalk Sexy-Funk" by Dalphon Black SONG: "Friends and Bridges" by Dalphon Black SONG: "T.V. Death" by Dalphon Black INTERVIEW: "Dalphon Black" Happy Trails, Purple City... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qGpMNhU0NoE&t=636s

That's right baby! This week on Purple City Podcast we have the great and the powerful, one and only Nickybaby on the show! Nicholas Goszer, who records as Nickybaby, was born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. In his early 20’s Nicky picked up a guitar for the first time and instantly started writing music. His music draws inspiration from his favourite artists, Elliott Smith, Girls, Silver Jews and The Velvet Underground. SONG: "Turn it Around" by Nickybaby INTRO: "Oh boy" recorded 08/10/2024 ADVERTISEMENT: "Even waving Toni" recorded 06/30/2024 INTERVIEW: "Nickybaby" recorded 04/23/2024 Happy Trails, Purple City... Give the debut self titled masterpiece a listen now! https://nickybabyforever.bandcamp.com/

THE MADMAN HIMSELF, KOVIN KESTNAR IS HERE! This is by far the funniest podcast I have ever recorded so please, sit back, lean forward and jump to enjoy. Who is Kovin Kestnar? "Kovin Kestnar is an alternative hip hop artist / visual artist who creates horrendous music and videos in Winnipeg, MB. He's an insufferable jackass and tells the truth about how no one gets laid in Brandon, Manitoba. He'll get you laid for $20 and sign your copy of Spider-Man 2 on DVD. He punches the steering wheel when people tailgate him, sometimes he yells at pedestrians. You can find him zipper merging onto Pembina highway screaming like a madman."💜

This week on Purple City Podcast, we have On The Fly Reborn last year after an eight year hiatus, On The Fly has quickly reasserted itself as one of Winnipeg’s most hard rocking, energetic live acts. Consisting of Jamie Denorer (lead guitar, vocals), Jared Masters (rhythm guitar, vocals), Matt Derraugh (drums) and Keith Skazyk (bass), On The Fly have been on a roll sharing the stage with heavy hitters such as Unsilenced, Spectre, Ronnie Ladobruk And The Electric and Ash And The Arsonists, and featuring at festivals such as Bankside Music Festival and soon, Rockin’ The Fields Of Minnedosa. New recordings have also come with their return, as their newest singles “Down To The Bone”, “Riptide” and “Higher” were released in March, May and July of this year with many more to come before the year is over. It’s all gas, no brakes for On The Fly in 2024! Check out the official lyric video for "Higher" on Youtube now! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JtldtTxvDMM

What is Bankside Music Festival? We're Back! Join us July 26-27, 2024 Get ready for Bankside 2024! We've assembled an electrifying lineup that's guaranteed to blow your mind! Headlining Saturday night, we have the incredible "Royal Tusk", delivering their signature hard rock sound straight from Edmonton to ignite the Bankside stage.Friday night is a punk lovers paradise, led by the fierce energy of "In 2 Months" and accompanied by a lineup of other punk bands that'll have you fully engaged in the infectious energy.This year's festival is set to be an unforgettable experience. So mark your calendars, spread the word, and join us for a weekend of music, mayhem, and memories. Thank you for your unwavering support—we can't wait to rock out with you! Bankside Music Festival takes place on a private property on the scenic banks of the Red River, just 50 minutes South of Winnipeg.A leisurely stroll along a winding path, surrounded by century old forests, leads you to the heart of the event. Once within the venue, enjoy the shade provided by the sprawling canopy of majestic oak trees.In the intervals between musical performances, immerse yourself in the beauty of our scenic hiking trails or cast a line into the legendary waters of the Red River.We curate an exceptional lineup of musical acts, complemented by affordable ticket prices, a variety of concessions, and the option for camping under the stars.Experience breathtaking light displays and crystal-clear sound, in a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. Our musical spectrum spans from acoustic to mainstream rock, experimental, punk and heavy metal, carefully arranged to take attendees on an unforgettable sonic journey.At Bankside Music Festival, you'll find yourself mingling with fellow music enthusiasts from diverse backgrounds, united by a shared love for music. Discover the unparalleled charm of the Red River Valley and all it has to offer.Experience it for yourself! INTRO SONG: "Screenwriter's Blues by Soul Coughing INTRO: "Bankside Baby" recorded 06/22/2024 INTERVIEW: "Bankside Music Festival" recorded 05/23/2024 Happy Trails, Purple City... https://banksidemusicfestival.ca/experience.html

/zap/verb destroy or obliterate. cause to move suddenly and rapidly in a specified direction 3. a sudden effect or event that makes a dramatic impact, especially a sudden burst of energy or sound. noun Zippity Zappity Zoop! The Zapz are here to eat all your purple syrup smothered pancakes. Who are The Zapz? The Zapz are a three piece melodic punk band from Winnipeg, MB, Canada. The band formed in late 2022 and have crafted their own sound, mixing older and new stylings from the punk genre. Their debut EP, "Pancakes" is set to release June 2024. The Zapz are looking forward to recording new music, playing shows, and hanging out with old and new friends💜 Check them out at The Osborne Taphouse for the "Pancakes" EP Release show on July 5th and at Bankside Music Festival July 26th! INTRO SONG: "Weighing on Me by The Zapz" INTRO: "Zippity Zappity Zoop" recorded 05/23/2024 INTERVIEW: "The Zapz" recorded 03/27/2024 Happy Trails, Purple City... https://linktr.ee/thezapzwpg?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=4ae9278b-4f05-437d-90bb-d7b5fd9ecbb9

Abracadabra, Alacazam, here she is under exam... Mushie Magic without Uncle Sam... Jokes aside, this interview is a special one. Since the inception of Purple City Podcast the focus has been on musical artists within this great city of ours, but the show isn't only about that. It's about art as a whole and today we have Shay Picard from Kozmic Art on the show to talk everything mushrooms and everything art, so please, sit back, relax and enjoy this magic podcast. Who is Shay you may ask? Let Shay tell you herself... ♡ WHO IS SHE? ♡   I’m Shay and I’m an indigenous visual artist based in Treaty 1 territory Canada. I create dreamy, mystical, surreal artworks inspired by nature and the universe. I am self taught and inspired by the energies of the universe. I focus on portrait studies and character design. Colour plays a huge role in creating that ethereal and dreamlike feeling in my art. I enjoy creating surreal imaginary worlds for people to get lost in. I find the flow of creating to be meditative, grounding, healing and inspiring. I create with many mediums: ink, acrylic, gouache and watercolour paint. I also create and experiment with other medium such as jewelry making, tee shirt and clothing designs, thread art, clay, digital art/graphic design, murals and collages.  I studied fine arts in high school and attended Red River College for Graphic Design, studying colour theory, art history, perspective and from life drawings. Achievements: mural titled “Panther Totem”• Live Painting events • Logo Designs • When I’m not creating art you can catch me hanging out with my kitty Cosmo, hiking amongst the trees, listening to music, skateboarding or foraging mushrooms. Thank you for connecting, resonating or vibin' with my art! I couldn't thank you enougH for being part of my journey.  May magic find you!- Shay Picard INTRO: "Navigate this one, Sailor" recorded 05/04/2024 INTRO SONG: "Days by The Drums" INTRO SONG: "What You Were by The Drums" INTRO: "I Got Dem Ol' Kozmic Purples Again, Mama" recorded 05/07/2024 INTERVIEW; "Shay from Kozmic Art" recorded 03/25/2024 Happy Trails, Purple City... SHOP HERE: https://kozmicart.bigcartel.com/

Purple City is on fire! That fire has been lit this week by Ash and the Arsonists After 11 years of hard work, Ash and the Arsonists are finally starting to see the fruits of their labour and there’s no way but up. 2023 was a banner year for the band; with the release of their third single “Contender” the Arsonists have elevated to a new level of recognition and opportunity, largely thanks to the flashy music video that coincided with the single’s release and the promotion and airplay it received on Power97. Additionally, it led to a nomination for Single Of The Year at the Manitoba Loud Music Awards, which the Arsonists also played at along with Northern Royals, Book Of Ghosts and Econoline Crush. This upward trajectory has accelerated in 2024 with an appearance at Festival du Voyageur and the release of two new singles: “Bleed”, a compact, aggressive rocker with an elaborate music video to boot that made its way to Power97 airwaves on their River City Rocks program, and “Lost Again”, a relatable, melodic catharsis revolving around loss: not of those closest to you, but of your purpose and direction as well. With the dynamic talent of Joe Carson, the high-powered, rhythmic core of Matt Derraugh, Matt Curry and the frontman and namesake Ash Sinclair and the harmonic backup of Taylor, Ash And The Arsonists look to set 2024 on fire with performances at festivals including Dauphin Countryfest and the Red River Ex and a brand new EP consisting of all the standalone singles the band has released thus far. The sky is the limit, and the Arsonists will settle for nothing less! http://ashandthearsonists.com/ https://www.instagram.com/arsonists204

If you had a good sleep tonight and feel great about it, you must have taken Sominex. Sominex is non habit forming and helps you sleep through the night, not feeling guilty! On the other hand, if you are not taking Sominex, nor do you have access to any old bottles from Baba's pantry, then you are probably feeling guilty as you sleep. You know who also feels guilty? It's Guilty Sleep... Today's guest on Purple City Podcast. Guilty Sleep is an emo/shoegaze adjacent band centered around the melancholic reality of staying in bed and doing nothing. Backed by members Eric, Haise, Nick, Liam and Los, Guilty Sleep aims to create a wall of sound that engulfs listeners as they continue through the monotony of life. Come check out their "Seeds" EP release show at Darling Bar, June 1st with Great Wealth and Sea-Red from Montreal (before they embark on an Eastern tour together) and feel something. Thanks for listening! SONG: "Say Something" - Guilty Sleep INTRO: "Guilty as fuck in this chocolate factory" recorded 04/21/2024 INTERVIEW: "Guilty Sleep" recorded 03/12/2024 Happy Trails, Purple City... https://www.showpass.com/guiltysleep24/ https://linktr.ee/guiltysleep