Strange Grooves Podcast

This week's episode is a special milestone for us, Strange Crew!We're honoured to have Matt Mays join us for a special, wide-ranging conversation on all things music!We chat about how touring has been this summer, with most venues now having lifted COVID-19 regulations, and how important music is for both physical and emotional well-being. We then dive into Matt's most musical influences and his favourite artists and albums that inspired him and led him on his path. Matt also shares some of his most memorable concert memories, including some run-ins with Neil Young and that time he opened up for Metallica! We also challenge Matt with a new addition of "This or that!" This and so much more on this episode of Strange Grooves! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

It's a family affair! This week filmmaker Greg Hemmings returns to the show with his daughter Kaiya to talk about their recent father-daughter trip to see Phish! Of course, they fill us in on the show itself and all the silliness that transpired around them in the crowd, including the infamous helium balloon dealers often seen at Phish shows. IYKYK. We also dive into the meaningful bonding and memories that are created by going to shows with your children/parents. Kaiya also shares her thoughts on how the show has changed her relationship with the band and fills us in on what concerts she'd like to see with her dad next. Greg also shares an interesting theory about Avril Lavigne, and Cait also reveals her new guilty pleasure that might get us cancelled. That and so much more on this episode of Strange Grooves!  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Welcome back, Strange Crew!Grand Theft Bus joins us on the show via their rehearsal space in Fredericton in preparation for the upcoming 20th anniversary of their album, Birth Of Confusion, at the Area 506 Concert Series this Friday in Saint John. Get your ticket here! TICKETS ---> tixr.com/e/47640Grand Theft Bus is an Atlantic Canadian Gem that we all hold close to our hearts. This show isn't just a milestone for the band but also for the fans. We chat with them about this and ask about the albums THEY'D like to see an artist play live cover-to-cover. We also chat with them about new material they have in the works, and a popular Strange Grooves segment returns...under a new name!That and so much more on this episode of Strange Grooves!Want to WATCH our episodes? Make sure you subscribe to our YouTube channel to witness all the silliness IRL. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

This week our pal, Abigail Smith returns to the show to chat about Saint John Rock Camp!The week-long free camp for girls, trans, and gender creative youth has campers undergo an intense (but super fun) boot camp where they form a rock group, learn to play instruments, write songs, design merch and more! The camp concludes with a showcase at Saint John's iconic Imperial Theatre. We chat with Smith about how the camp started and how it's a community effort among the city's arts and music community. We also dive into the experience's deep impact on both the campers and the instructors. The kids are alright! We also talk about camp snacks. Abby also teases a big project she has in the works (ouuuu!)Of course, there are more Dunkaroos!That and so much more on this episode of Strange Grooves!★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Yes, we know, we had a bit of another break. Safe to say life continued to keep act'n a fool since we last spoke. But this week, we're back with some vintage snacks!We catch up and chat about the Area 506 Bash on the Bay concerts series and the latest edition of First Listen. Cait then shares some of the music she's been rediscovering since her grandmother's recent passing. This leads to a deeper discussion at some points, there are just some songs you can't listen to. And how sometimes, random songs can spark an unexpected emotion in you. But don't worry, things lighten up when Cherise botches shotgunning a White Claw and the gals give you an in-depth review on the new Dunkaroos. That and more on this episode of Strange Grooves!★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

It's been a while, we know. We're sorry! We came back from Primus and life decided to mess our shit up on all fronts. But we're thrilled to be back behind the mics and are excited to catch you up!We discuss, of course, our trip to Toronto to see Primus. Hear about the amazing VIP experience and the very special souvenirs Cait got (She was the envy ALL the Primus fans). Cherise also shares her updated thoughts on both Primus AND Rush after the experience. Get ready, it may be CONTROVERSIAL. We also tell you about the newest fuzzy member of the Strange Crew, Cait's new pup, Stevie! Some dried freeze candy ASMR goodness and so much more on this episode of Strange Grooves!★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Welcome back Strange Crew!In this episode, we're joined by pop-punk band Love Over to talk about, well, a lot of strange things. But most importantly, about their upcoming (SOLD OUT) show in Saint John and their new album!We chat with the guys about life, their influences, embarrassing facts, Robert Pattinson and more. There's also the return of the popular Strange Grooves segment! That and so much more on this episode of Strange Grooves!★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Welcome back, Strange Crew!This week Ray Gracewood joins us again on the show (last time he was on it was like...Volume 7?) to talk everything about the Area 506 Festival this year!We chat about how the festival has evolved over the years, and how last year's festival meant something to a lot of people. Ray gives us the scoop on this year's stellar lineup and we challenge him to a Canadian Music/East Coast version of "This or That?"That and so much more on this episode of Strange Grooves!★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Welcome back, Strange Crew!This week we're thrilled to have Brent Mason back on the show is talk about this year's Bob Dylan Birthday Bash!For those of you who are not local to Saint John, this event was started by Brent years back and has become a yearly gathering local Dylan fans look forward to every year. This year's event will be taking place at The Imperial Theatre on May 7 and AGAIN in Fredericton on May 24 (on Dylan's actual birthday) for the first time ever! Brent fills us in on what to expect this year, who's playing and all that good stuff. We also talk about what is perhaps Dylan's best performance of all....(We're joking about the best performance part, but we do discuss this.)Cherise also challenges Brent to some Bob Dylan lyrics trivia! How did he do? You're going to have to listen to find out. That and much more on this episode of Strange Grooves!★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Welcome back, Strange Crew!On this episode, we're fresh off a photoshoot and ready to get silly and talk about all the things!We discuss the Classic Albums Live show (which already happened by the time you're listening to this. It was dope). Cherise talks about her nerves about going to her first "big show" post-pandemic restrictions, and we brainstorm about what more "modern" rock albums would be covered by Classic Albums Live in the future. We also chat about the Harvest Jazz and Blues Festival lineup, the Backstreet Boys and so much more on this episode of Strange Grooves! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

In this episode, hang with us as we chat about all things life and tunes. Cherise's cat, Dylan, is here with us, BLESS and we truly hope you enjoy this week's show and his incredible presence and ASMR goodness. We chat about our new merch, Cait's recent experience at a Blue Rodeo show, an update on Mike Myers and much more on this episode of Strange Grooves!GET YOUR LIMITED EDITION KEEP IT STRANGE DYLAN STICKER TODAY. Sign up for our Patreon to secure yours ($10 and up) along with other strange goodness while supplies last!★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Welcome back, Strange crew!This week, Amelia Bailey joins us this evening to talk about her new zine, First Listen, about new music in 2022, how to curate playlists and what goes into making them, what connected her to music and what she is listening to this week, and more!Check out the first issue of First Listen online now!★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

On this episode we chat about random shit, then also get nerdy about records. Cait shares recent concerns she had about Canadian treasure, Mike Myers. Cherise does a show & Tell of the newest records in her collection, which leads into a wider discussion on each other's music collecting habits, the decisions artists likely face when deciding whether or not to press vinyl and much more!That and more on this episode of Strange Grooves!Did you know you can also watch our episodes now? Check out our YouTube channel. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Welcome back, Strange Crew!On this episode, we dive into the world of collecting guitar picks!Guitar picks are a popular show momento bestowed on those of us who make it to the front row...and perhaps catch the guitarist's eye. ;) We dive into Cait's pretty extensive guitar pick collection and the memories behind them. Though she has quite a neat guitar pick collection, she is more passionate about her collection of another show momento: Setlists. We talk about that too. We also talk about plans for our upcoming Phil-Call-In segment. If you want us to give you a call on a future episode let us know! That and other silliness on this episode of Strange Grooves!★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

In this episode, it is not our typical Wednesday night, it is Saturday!Lockdown just ended, there is a massive storm happening outside so we said what better time to get silly and record and catch up with the crew? In this episode, we discuss some of our HAULiday vinyl. We also talk about what's it's like being neighbours and a concert we (hopefully) we'll be going to see in the spring! (Can you guess)?That and so much more on this episode of Strange Grooves!We're also excited to announce that we're finally video recordings of our episodes. Check out our YouTube channel!★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Welcome Back, Strange Crew for a special holiday episode. We have some pals joining us on the show tonight, it's a quick one, ( That's what she said) but we wanted to record one last episode for 2021! Crazy eh?Thank you to all of you who listen and support our show, we love you for it. Have a safe and strange holiday season!★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Welcome back, Strange Crew! We're stoked to have our good pal and talented artist, Stephen Hero return to the show in the newly formed Strange Grooves HQ Studio! Stephen Hero just released his new album Eat The Rich (stream it here) and he joins us to tell us all about it!As usual, we also dive into many other topics such as getting stoned in high school (featuring a cameo from our dear friend and educational assistant, Tara) and how sobriety impacts the performance/show-going experience. Cherise also unveils some big news!That and so much more on this episode of Strange Grooves!★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

We're back, with a new setup and wow, just Owen Wilson WOW. Did you hear that? So smooth!This week we are finally recording after the circuit breaker had been in effect here in Saint John, which prohibited people from hanging out with each other in their homes.On this episode, we chatted about our event last week at Hopscotch, Cherise becoming a Swiftie, Bryan Cranston as Gordon Lightfoot, ( yes you read and heard that right), going to concerts and safe spaces in 2022 and much more on this silly salad of an episode!Big thank you to our newest sponsor, Ustation, for helping make this episode possible and to all of our patrons. We love you and couldn't do the show without you!★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Welcome back Strange Crew! This week, it's just the two of us. For the first time in a while, we sit down at the mic and shoot the shit!We talk a little bit about the show's new format (we really hope you like hearing us talk because lol). As well as a new setup. We also talk about Tom Petty, whose birthday it was on the day of recording, and how pretty much everyone has a Tom Petty song they love. Also talk about his iconic album Damn the Torpedos, which will be performed by Classic Albums Live at the Imperial Theatre here in Saint John on October 29. Also, for the first time on the show, we go into detail about the horrible trip home from Quebec City to see Fleetwood Mac in 2019, almost two years ago. We often talk about that concert on the show, but not the shit show that was a return home. We finally tell you the full story. Sliding into DMs, Willow Smith and catching vibes of all kinds this episode of Strange Grooves! We want to give a special thank you to USTATION, our newest sponsor of the show. If you

We're so excited to bring you our chat with Brooke, owner of  Thunderstruck, a custom rock 'n' roll clothing company out of the United States.We've been long-time followers of Brooke and her incredible creations. So when she agreed to join us via Zoom, we were so excited!When Brooke found a KISS Cassette in her father's closet as a kid, she knew her life was never going to be the same. She started a mission to deep dive into all the rock 'n' roll artists she loved and learn everything she possibly could about them.  She shares with us how she started to intertwine her love of music with her love of fashion, which led to the founding of Thunderstruck. We talk about running a small business and the incredible community Thunderstruck has created. She also talks about the close relationships she fosters with her customers, including some more famous clientele, like Luke from The Struts! She also gives us insight into her creative/design process. We also dive into Brook's favourite concert memories, her latest Pan