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Almost Famous Enough

Glen Erickson

28 episodes

2 days ago

ep23 Kelsi Mayne deserves this released Oct 2, 2025 1:20:59 hosts: Glen Erickson, Alexi Erickson Episode Summary: In this episode, Glen Erickson interviews Canadian country artist Kelsi Mayne. Kelsi shares her journey from Windsor, Ontario, growing up in a creative family, and balancing a career in nursing with her passion for music. She discusses the pivotal moments that led her to pursue music full-time, the challenges of breaking into the country music scene, and the resilience required ...

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ep23 Kelsi Mayne deserves this released Oct 2, 2025 1:20:59 hosts: Glen Erickson, Alexi Erickson Episode Summary: In this episode, Glen Erickson interviews Canadian country artist Kelsi Mayne. Kelsi shares her journey from Windsor, Ontario, growing up in a creative family, and balancing a career in nursing with her passion for music. She discusses the pivotal moments that led her to pursue music full-time, the challenges of breaking into the country music scene, and the resilience required ...

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Music Interviews

Music Commentary

Episodes (20/28)

Almost Famous Enough

ep18 Hotel Mira is very noble

ep18 Hotel Mira is very noble released August 28, 2025 1:45:13 Join host Glen Erickson in a candid conversation with Mike Noble, bassist for the Canadian alt rock band Hotel Mira. They delve into the band's unique use of the word 'lobotomy' in their lyrics, the personal dynamics of the band's members, and Mike's experience touring and working within the music industry. Gain insights into their creative process, how they've sustained success, and the importance of genuine relationships withi...

5 days ago

1 hour 45 minutes

Almost Famous Enough

ep17 Boy Golden is not the boy

ep17 Boy Golden is not the boy released August 21, 2025 1:13:59 Boy Golden is the stage name of Liam Duncan, a Juno-nominated alternative-country singer-songwriter based in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Host Glen Erickson interviews Liam about the importance of creative discipline and serendipity in songwriting. Liam reveals his routines, including daily journaling and a weekly song club, and how they help maintain his creative flow and spiritual well-being. They also discuss the unpredicta...

1 week ago

1 hour 14 minutes

Almost Famous Enough

s1.4 Post-Fame Plus

s1.4 Post-Fame Plus July 11, 2025 00:20:22 Hosts Glen Erickson and Alexi Erickson deliver the final summer installment of Post-Fame Plus, and discuss their regrets of missing specific performances at the Edmonton Folk Fest, highlighting Kevin Morby and his song 'This is a Photograph.' They also delve into their favorite albums, with Alexi praising Joe P's 'Garden State Vampire' and its diverse yet cohesive songs. The episode wraps up with Glen sharing news about partnering with ...

1 month ago

20 minutes

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s1.3 Post-Fame Plus

s1.3 Post-Fame Plus July 3, 2025 00:19:54 In episode three of the summer series 'Post-Fame Plus', hosts Alexi and her dad Glen discuss their music exchange challenge. Alexi shares her personal favorite song 'Why Is It Light Out?' by The Kilans, detailing its deep emotional connection to a trip in Europe and its link to her current boyfriend. Glen reciprocates with the album 'Talker' by Wilderado, emphasizing its cohesive indie rock appeal. They also touch on nostalgic challenges...

2 months ago

19 minutes

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s1.2 Post-Fame Plus

s1.2 Post-Fame Plus June 26, 2025 00:23:05 In this second bonus episode of "Post-Fame Plus," hosts Glen Erickson and Alexi Erickson share their music discoveries and personal memories associated with them. Glen introduces Purity Ring's new single 'Many Lives,' reminiscing about a memorable daddy-daughter concert night in 2016. Alexi dives into Backseat Lovers' album 'Waiting to Spill,' discussing its impact on her musical evolution and its timeless appeal. They also touch o...

2 months ago

23 minutes

Almost Famous Enough

s1.1 Post-Fame Plus

s1.1 Post-Fame Plus June 19, 2025 00:26:00 In this bonus episode series titled "Post-Fame Plus," hosts Glen Erickson and Alexi Erickson discuss their favorite music by taking turns exchanging a full album for a song. Alexi highlights a song by The Backfires called 'Dressed for a Funeral', while Glen chooses an album by The War on Drugs titled 'Lost in the Dream.' Alexi describes her song as punchy indie rock, while Glen shares a personal story about how his album helped him throug...

2 months ago

26 minutes

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ep16 Jessica Lemmon is entertained

ep16 Jessica Lemmon is entertained released May 8, 2025 1:33:49 Jessica Lemmon, CEO and founder of Lemmon Entertainment, shares her journey from being a music enthusiast in Edmonton to building a company and career in Toronto's music industry. Discussing the creation of the Lemmon Stage at Vans Warped Tour, her experience with Live Nation, and building Lemmon Entertainment, Jessica offers a raw look into the challenges, including mental health struggles and gender biases, as well ...

3 months ago

1 hour 33 minutes

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ep15 Arlo Maverick planting seeds

ep15 Arlo Maverick planting seeds released May 1, 2025 1:45:17 Arlo Maverick, Edmonton-based MC and community builder, discusses his extensive career in hip hop, celebrating over 20 years in the industry. Beginning with his early inspirations and the formation of the group Politic Live, Marlon Wilson, aka Arlo Maverick, details his journey from regional recognition to national success. Glen Erickson engages with Marlon about his unique approach to music, including working with a l...

4 months ago

1 hour 45 minutes

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ep14 Lyle Bell will shout secrets

ep14 Lyle Bell will shout secrets released April 3, 2025 1:16:45 Lyle Bell, a multifaceted career artist from Edmonton, is renowned for his extensive contributions to music, art, photography, and video production. In this engaging conversation, Bell recounts his journey through various musical projects, showcasing his unique talent for integrating diverse creative disciplines into cohesive and impactful works. He describes his roles in bands like Molly's Reach, Whitey Houston, Sho...

4 months ago

1 hour 16 minutes

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ep13 The Deep Dark Woods can feel it

Ryan Boldt of The Deep Dark Woods reflects on his twenty-year music career, emphasizing the importance of emotional connection in songs, his transition from traditional to a blend of blues, country, and storytelling, and the evolution of his sound. He discusses personal and professional challenges, including band lineup changes, geographic relocations, and finding a way to process the loss of his close friend and tour manager while also expecting the birth of his first child. Boldt shares his...

4 months ago

1 hour 13 minutes

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ep12 Robin Cisek isn't playing

Robin Cisek is a Métis pop artist not just dipping her toes into the music industry, but fully submerged, learning the roles from agent to producer. Following the release of her single 'Play Dirty,' Robin Cisek talks about her resolute commitment to her music career, working with top PR teams, and the meticulous efforts she’s put into self-production for her forthcoming album 'Tempered,' launching in May 2025. Robin shares insights into overcoming personal health struggles, which sidelined he...

4 months ago

1 hour 20 minutes

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ep11 Matthew Willox has a spark

ep11 Matthew Willox has a spark released April 3, 2025 1:34:43 Guest website: https://matthewwillox.art/ Guest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matthewwillox/ hosts: Glen Erickson, Alexi Erickson AFE website AFE instagram AFE Spotify playlist Matthew Willox, an electronic musician and creative technologist, dives into his unique journey through the music industry. Known for his ability to blend analog warmth with digital precision, Willox shares insights on using unco...

5 months ago

1 hour 34 minutes

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ep10 Chris Wynters is authentic af

ep10 Chris Wynters is authentic af released March 27, 2025 1:19:13 Chris Wynters is the frontman of 90s indie band Captain Tractor and manager of current indie-folk-bluegrass band The Dead South. Chris and host Glen Erickson discuss the shifts in the music industry from the 90s to today, focusing on the importance of authenticity, the evolution of music distribution, and the impact of digital platforms like Spotify and TikTok. Chris shares stories from his career, talks about mana...

5 months ago

1 hour 19 minutes

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ep9 Brandi Sidoryk is in Nice Horse

ep9 Brandi Sidoryk is in Nice Horse released March 20, 2025 1:47:56 Brandi Sidoryk is a multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, bassist, guitarist, french horn-ist - a musician in The Royal Canadian Navy, and founding member of Alberta country band Nice Horse, a band who has garnered steady praise and awards for their music and creative efforts, both locally and nationally with the Canadian Country Music Association, over the span of multiple albums and singles in the past 10 years. Brandi discusse...

5 months ago

1 hour 47 minutes

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ep8 Leeroy Stagger is a light

ep8 Leeroy Stagger is a light released March 13, 2025 1:24:14 In this engaging episode, Glen Erickson sits down with roots rock and Americana singer-songwriter Leeroy Stagger. Leeroy shares candid thoughts about overcoming alcoholism, the struggles within the music industry, and the importance of mentorship. They explore his 20-year career, his musical influences like Steve Earle and Ryan Adams, and his evolution from punk bands to solo artist. This conversation reveals Leeroy's journeys, fro...

5 months ago

1 hour 24 minutes

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ep7 Adaline is a bad believer

ep7 Adaline is a bad believer released March 6, 2025 1:46:42 In this heartfelt episode of 'Almost Famous Enough,' Glen Erickson reconnects with his old friend, Shawna Beesley, who performs under the stage name Adaline. Shawna discusses the criticisms artists receive for stepping outside perceived boundaries, emphasizing that being an artist inherently involves integrating personal and societal aspects into their work. With a career spanning over 16 years, Adaline has released five albums, m...

6 months ago

1 hour 46 minutes

Almost Famous Enough

ep6 Kurt Dahl is lawyerdrummer

ep6 Kurt Dahl is lawyerdrummer released February 27, 2025 1:28:45 In this engaging conversation, Glen Erickson interviews Kurt Dahl, an entertainment lawyer and drummer for the Canadian rock band One Bad Son. Kurt shares his unique journey of balancing dual careers in law and music, including the challenges and rewards of being both a lawyer and a musician. The discussion delves into how he adopted the moniker 'Lawyer Drummer,' the importance of self-criticism in creative growth, and the dyna...

6 months ago

1 hour 28 minutes

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ep5 Cris Derksen does her job

ep5 Cris Derksen does her job released February 20, 2025 1:41:08 In this episode, Glen Erickson interviews Cris Derksen, an accomplished two-spirit, Juno-nominated artist from Treaty 8 Territory in Northern Alberta. The conversation delves into Cris’s unique life journey, blending a Mennonite and Cree heritage, and creating a distinctive career as both an artist and musician. Known for combining classical music with traditional Indigenous sounds using her electronic-fused cello, Cris shares i...

6 months ago

1 hour 41 minutes

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ep4 The Royal Foundry are ok

ep4 The Royal Foundry are OK released February 13, 2025 1:36:46 In this episode of Almost Famous Enough, host Glen Erickson talks with Jared Salte of The Royal Foundry, a Canadian husband-and-wife modern rock duo. The conversation delves into the band's evolution from their folk-rock beginnings in 2013 to their current alt-rock success. The discussion touches on their resilience, having navigated an 18-month displacement from their home due to a fire, while also celebrating the birth of their...

6 months ago

1 hour 36 minutes

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ep3 Tamara Beatty sees your voice

ep3 Tamara Beatty sees your voice released February 6, 2025 1:47:56 In this episode, host Glen Erickson sits down with renowned vocal coach Tamara Beatty to discuss the moments that shaped her career and the intricate world of vocal coaching. Tamara shares personal stories from her early days, the diverse challenges faced by aspiring and professional singers, and her impactful behind-the-scenes work as a voice coach consultant on high-profile TV shows like 'The Voice' and 'The Masked S...

6 months ago

1 hour 47 minutes