Absent Sounds Archive

In this episode of Absent Sounds, Weadee chats with Conjure Hand, the Victoria-based band behind the captivating album Spellbound Blues. When it comes to pushing the boundaries of rock and blues, Conjure Hand is a name that stands out. With powerful chords and a studio sound that's just as raw and electrifying as their live performances, they’re redefining the genre one track at a time. Tune in as they break down their creative process, inspirations, and what’s next on the horizon.

Hola everyone! Looks who's back with another interview :) This time, I had the privilege of sitting down with the endlessly inventive, boundary-pushing band, Motherhood.Over the years, their sonic world has been no secret to music lovers across the country—one filled with sharp turns, playful chaos, and a deep sense of purpose. Their latest record, Thunder Perfect Mind, is no exception, moving through themes of surrender, propulsion, and the forces beyond our control. I caught up with them before their set @tavernetour which was packedddd to the brim. If theyre ever touring within a 5hour radius of your city, GO SEE THEM LIVE!! I promise you wont wanna miss it.

Welcome back friends and foes! In today's episode, we get to talk to the dynamic and ever-evolving band, Sunforger. This group, consisting of Kier, Piper, Chris, and Spencer have secretly been living in my ears for the better part of 5 years noodling around in post-grunge/post-whatever sounds. Track after track, the band's knack for balancing songwriting with tenacity shines through, making their last record, Sunforger, all the better. We go through each of the tracks together, and get a glimpse into the world of Sunforger for a bit, straight from the heart of Montreal. Listen live @ 1pm EST on CJAM 99.1FM, and check out the archive page for the interview if you miss it :)

Today, we're exploring the work of Jordan Klassen, the Vancouver-based singer-songwriter and producer whose poetic "fairy folk" has been captivating listeners for well over a decade. Jordan’s latest project, Marginalia (2023), is a deeply introspective and elegant complement to its predecessor, Glossolalia. These two albums, born from the same creative period, reflect two sides of a coin: the stripped-down vulnerability of one and the fuller, more textured exploration of the other.In this episode, we’ll go through some of the margins of the album, discovering the metaphors, and themes that shape Marginalia while playing through the album from top to bottom.

Welcome back, friends! Today's episode is featuring the fuzz/shoegaze rocker Tanukichan, the moniker of artist Hannah Von Loon. Her latest EP, "Circles," released on September 20th, 2024, beautifully weaves themes of personal growth and cyclical patterns in life.In our conversation, Hannah talks about collaborating with a new producer, Franco Reid, which opened her up to new creative possibilities and personal connections.Coming off a whirlwind tour cycle (I was fortunate enough to see her live in Detroit with Alex G, and Alvvays), and another incredible record released just in 2023, "Circles" feels like much needed space to unwind. It's a reflection of her growth, connections, and the cyclical nature of life. When you listen close, you realize that music continues to offer a home for challenging her once closely held beliefs.Dive into this new chapter with us at 1pm EST on CJAM 99.1FM, and join us as we explore the sounds of Tanukichan’s latest work.  

In this episode of Absent Sounds, Weadee chats with Paul Wright of Tall Heights as we play through their 2024 release, Softly Softly. This album beautifully captures the quiet beauty of autumn, and though it feels like winter here, we’re still in fall—there's nearly a month left of the season! Certain albums become go-to choices as the weather changes, and Softly Softly is one we’ll return to every fall. To wrap up the show, we play elle veille encore by Montreal-based band Rosier.

On today's episode of We Built This House, we take a deep dive into the legacy of Algernon Cadwallader—a band that didn’t just play music but helped build the foundation of the emo revival. Together, Peter Helmis, Joe Reinhart, Colin Mahony and Nick Tazza all join us starting from their roots as Halfway to Holland, tracing their journey through DIY basement shows, relentless touring, and a punk ethos that defined their sound.We attempt to walk through every room of their brief yet important discography- from the raw foundation of their debut Some Kind of Cadwallader to the complex renovation of Parrot Flies and beyond. There's a sort of Sisyphus-like struggle that comes with creating something meaningful from scratch, and if anyone in the revival knew how to do it, Algernon sure did. Without a doubt, the landscape of what we call emo today reaches back to their influence, and it's all the better because of it.