Welcome to HOTSHOTS- a podcast where musicians, artists, and industry professionals within the scene discuss the good, the bad, and the dirty of working within the Canadian entertainment industry. Hosted by Sarah Jessica Rintjema, a music &amp; arts journalist working within the GTHA.

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Join Dawn and I as we discuss why and how she created her Hamiltonian arts blog Beyond James, what she looks for when hiring freelance writers, and being bad at technology. Dawn Cattapan is the Vice President and General Manager of the Toronto Symphony Orchestra and the founder of Hamiltonian arts blog Beyond James. You can find her online at @beyondjamesblog or on www.beyondjames.com. Intro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard &amp; Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

Dawn and I talk blogging about the arts in Hamilton, ON.

Join Dawn and I as we discuss why and how she created her Hamiltonian arts blog Beyond James, what she looks for when hiring freelance writers, and being bad at technology.

Dawn Cattapan is the Vice President and General Manager of the Toronto Symphony Orchestra and the founder of Hamiltonian arts blog Beyond James. You can find her online at @beyondjamesblog or on www.beyondjames.com. 

Intro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard &amp; Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)

Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

Episode #25- The Origins of Beyond James with Dawn Cattapan

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Join Liv and I as we discuss how she got into photography, clients getting divorced, and the worst sides of gig work.Liv Sacco is a Toronto-based photographer who specializes in wedding, live music and lifestyle shoots. You can find her online at @livsaccojpg, @livsaccophoto and at www.livsacco.ca. Intro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard &amp; Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

Liv Sacco joins me to talk about the Toronto photography scene.

Join Liv and I as we discuss how she got into photography, clients getting divorced, and the worst sides of gig work.

Liv Sacco is a Toronto-based photographer who specializes in wedding, live music and lifestyle shoots. 

Intro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard &amp; Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)
Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

Episode #24- Photographing Weddings with Liv Sacco

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Join Graham and I as we discuss marketing yourself through music memes, TikTok politics, and the state of the Canadian music industry.Graham Caldwell is a Toronto-based musician, animator and online content creator. You can find him everywhere at @grahamistearingup, and under both Billy Moon and Tearing Up on streaming services. Intro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard &amp; Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

Listen to Graham and I talk about TikTok, marketing, and the Canadian music industry.

Join Graham and I as we discuss marketing yourself through music memes, TikTok politics, and the state of the Canadian music industry.

Graham Caldwell is a Toronto-based musician, animator and online content creator. You can find him everywhere at @grahamistearingup, and under both Billy Moon and Tearing Up on streaming services. 

Intro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard &amp; Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)

Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

Episode #23- Shitposting on TikTok with Graham Caldwell

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Join Chris Hampton and I as we discuss j-school, the arts journalism industry, and the freelance life.Chris Hampton is a Hamilton-based freelance multi-media journalist specializing in music and arts reporting.You can find Chris online at @chris.hampton on Instagram, and on Twitter under @chrisrhampton. Intro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard &amp; Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

Listen to Chris and I talk freelancing, the future of arts reporting, and j-school.

Join Chris Hampton and I as we discuss j-school, the arts journalism industry, and the freelance life.

Chris Hampton is a Hamilton-based freelance multi-media journalist specializing in music and arts reporting.

You can find Chris online at @chris.hampton on Instagram, and on Twitter under @chrisrhampton. 

Intro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard &amp; Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)
Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

Episode #22- Writing About Art with Chris Hampton

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Join Kirk Alfaro and I as we discuss copyright law, legal advice for up-and-coming musicians, and famous music-related court cases.Kirk Alfaro is a paralegal, music and sports blogger, and creator of the Hamiltonian blog The Hoopla Show.You can find Kirk online at @thehooplashow, www.thehooplashow.com, and his paralegal website under: www.azlegalservices.caIntro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard &amp; Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

Kirk Alfaro and I talk legal advice for small musicians, and dissect celebrity court cases involving copyright law.

Join Kirk Alfaro and I as we discuss copyright law, legal advice for up-and-coming musicians, and famous music-related court cases.

Kirk Alfaro is a paralegal, music and sports blogger, and creator of the Hamiltonian blog The Hoopla Show.

You can find Kirk online at @thehooplashow, www.thehooplashow.com,  and his paralegal website under: www.azlegalservices.ca 

Intro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard &amp; Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)

Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

Episode #21- Legal Advice for Indie Musicians with Kirk Alfaro

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Join Derek Solomos and I as we discuss satanic panic&#39;s origins and its resurgence, why rock music is so often linked to the occult, and I rant about the West Memphis 3.Derek Solomos is a heavy metal/alt-rock guitarist based in Toronto.You can find his bands Korrosive and The Slime on all streaming services, and Derek on Instagram under @derekdmoney98.Intro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard &amp; Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

Derek and I discuss what satanic panic is, and why it's so dangerous.

Join Derek Solomos and I as we discuss satanic panic&#39;s origins and its resurgence, why rock music is so often linked to the occult, and I rant about the West Memphis 3.

Derek Solomos is a heavy metal/alt-rock guitarist based in Toronto.

You can find his bands Korrosive and The Slime on all streaming services, and Derek on Instagram under @derekdmoney98.

Intro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard &amp; Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)

Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

Episode #20- Why Satanic Panic Targeted Heavy Metal with Derek Solomos

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Join Steven James and I as we discuss how the Ontario government mistreated artists during the pandemic, Steven&#39;s upcoming gallery show, and a whole lot of arson.Steven James is a Hamilton-based tattoo artist and illustrator working at Grey Harbour Tattoo.You can find Steven online at @misterstevenjames on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok, and his website at <a href="http://misterstevenjames.com" rel="nofollow">misterstevenjames.com</a>.Intro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard &amp; Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

Hangout with Steven and I as we talk about the disregard for artists during pandemic lockdowns, weird experiences working as a tattoo artist, and fires.

Join Steven James and I as we discuss how the Ontario government mistreated artists during the pandemic, Steven&#39;s upcoming gallery show, and a whole lot of arson.

Steven James is a Hamilton-based tattoo artist and illustrator working at Grey Harbour Tattoo.

You can find Steven online at @misterstevenjames on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok, and his website at misterstevenjames.com.

Intro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard &amp; Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)

Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

Episode #19- Stumbling into Tattooing with Steven James

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Join Alan Cross and I as we discuss the ongoing history of his radio career, what music journalism was like pre-internet days, and where the industry is headed.Alan Cross is a Toronto-based broadcaster, interviewer, blogger, speaker and music journalist known for his radio series &#34;The Ongoing History of New Music&#34;, The Secret History of Rock, and ExploreMusic.You can find all things Alan at www.ajournalofmusicalthings.com, on Instagram under @alan_crossx, on Twitter under @alancross, on TikTok under @alancrossx, and on Facebook under The Ongoing History of New Music with Alan Cross.Intro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard &amp; Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

Alan Cross and I discuss how the invention of the internet impacted the Canadian music media industry.

Join Alan Cross and I as we discuss the ongoing history of his radio career, what music journalism was like pre-internet days, and where the industry is headed.

Alan Cross is a Toronto-based broadcaster, interviewer, blogger, speaker and music journalist known for his radio series &#34;The Ongoing History of New Music&#34;, The Secret History of Rock, and ExploreMusic.

You can find all things Alan at www.ajournalofmusicalthings.com, on Instagram under @alan_crossx, on Twitter under @alancross, on TikTok under @alancrossx, and on Facebook under The Ongoing History of New Music with Alan Cross.

Intro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard &amp; Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)

Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

Episode #18- Canadian Media and The Internet with Alan Cross

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Join Brandon Lepine and I as we discuss living with chronic illnesses, why visual art isn&#39;t respected as much as other mediums, and creating art for famous internet creators.Brandon Lepine is an illustrator and animator based in Ottawa known for his grotesque, horror-inspired drawings and for working with famous online creators and Canadian bands, such as; Cody Ko &amp; Noel Miller, Kurtis Conner, Elvis The Alien, Internet Comment Etiquette, Danny Gonzalez, PUP, and Protest The Hero.You can find Brandon on Instagram under @brandonlepine, his website at www.brandonlepine.art, and on YouTube under Brandon Lepine.Intro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard &amp; Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

Brandon Lepine talks living with a chronic illness, creating visual art on the internet, and experiencing seeing your art worn by thousands.

Join Brandon Lepine and I as we discuss living with a chronic illness, why visual art isn&#39;t respected as much as other mediums, and creating art for famous internet creators.

Brandon Lepine is an illustrator and animator based in Ottawa known for his grotesque, horror-inspired drawings and for working with famous online creators and Canadian bands, such as; Cody Ko &amp; Noel Miller, Kurtis Conner, Elvis The Alien, Internet Comment Etiquette, Danny Gonzalez, PUP, and Protest The Hero.

You can find Brandon on Instagram under @brandonlepine, his website at www.brandonlepine.art, and on YouTube under Brandon Lepine.

Intro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard &amp; Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)

Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

Episode #17- Drawing on the Internet with Brandon Lepine

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Join Kristin Archer of I Heart Hamilton and I as we discuss the beginnings of her #HAMONT famous blog, trying to make it as a writer in Canada, and what the COVID-19 pandemic means for the local music and arts scene in Hamilton.Kristin Archer is a blogger, journalist, radio host on 93.3 CFMU, and arts supporter based in Hamilton, ON.You can find Kristin on Instagram as @touristmetaphor, and on all other socials under @ihearthamilton. Check out her radio show on 93.3 CFMU, on Fridays from 2-3pm!Intro/outro by Nathanael Pollard &amp; Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordan_)

Sitting down with I Heart Hamilton creator Kristin Archer about the history of the blog, working as a social media marketer, and the future of the Hamilton arts scene.

Join Kristin Archer of I Heart Hamilton and I as we discuss the beginnings of her #HAMONT famous blog, trying to make it as a writer in Canada, and what the COVID-19 pandemic means for the local music and arts scene in Hamilton.

Kristin Archer is a blogger, journalist, radio host on 93.3 CFMU, and arts supporter.

You can find Kristin on Instagram as @touristmetaphor, and on all other socials under @ihearthamilton. Check out her radio show on 93.3 CFMU, on Fridays from 2-3pm!

Intro/outro by Nathanael Pollard &amp; Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)

Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordan_)

Episode #16- Blogging in The Hammer with Kristin Archer

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Join Onglish, or Brett Klassen, and I as we discuss our top 50 favourite singles from the last year, the difference between millennial and gen-z music styles (AKA Brett is old), and we reveal our favourite songs of the year!Onglish is a producer, DJ and musician based in Hamilton, Ontario.You can find Onglish on all socials as @onglishwav, and on streaming services under either Onglish, or under his hip-hop duo S.O.A.P with Toronto rapper Scribe.Intro/outro by Nathanael Pollard &amp; Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordan_)

Onglish and I discuss our top 50 songs of 2021.

Join Onglish, or Brett Klassen, and I as we discuss our top 50 favourite singles from the last year, the difference between millennial and gen-z music styles (AKA Brett is old), and we reveal our favourite songs of the year!

Onglish is a producer, DJ and musician based in Hamilton, Ontario.

You can find Onglish on all socials as @onglishwav, and on streaming services under either Onglish, or under his hip-hop duo S.O.A.P with Toronto rapper Scribe.

Intro/outro by Nathanael Pollard &amp; Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)
Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordan_)

Episode #15- Our Favourite Music of 2021 with Onglish

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Join Peter and I as we discuss our favourite protest songs, why musicians decide to get political, and the historical impacts of socially aware music on today&#39;s culture.Peter Snow is a GTA-based musician, activist, and frontman of politically-charged socialist rock band The Soviet Influence.You can find Peter on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and all streaming services under @thesovietinfluence, and on Twitter as @InfluenceSoviet. Intro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard and Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

Why Musicians Get Political with Peter Snow of The Soviet Influence

Join Peter and I as we discuss our favourite protest songs, why musicians decide to get political, and the historical impacts of socially aware music on today&#39;s culture.

Peter Snow is a GTA-based musician, activist, and frontman of politically-charged socialist rock band The Soviet Influence.

You can find Peter on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and all streaming services under @thesovietinfluence, and on Twitter as @InfluenceSoviet.


Intro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard and Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)

Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

Episode #14- The Purpose of Protest Music with Peter Snow

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Join Nim and I was we discuss their personal coming out stories, Hamilton&#39;s treatment of its 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and Nim&#39;s upcoming queer event Sounds Gay.Nim Agalawatte is a Hamiltonian musician, producer, sound engineer, 2SLGBTQIA+ advocate, bassist for indie rock band Basement Revolver and Hamilton Advisory Team member.You can find Nim on Instagram as @nim.agalawatte, on Facebook as Nimal Agalawatte, and their band on all streaming services under Basement Revolver. Intro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard and Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

Nim Agalawatte and I discuss where Hamilton's queer spaces have gone, and why they're vital to the city.

Join Nim and I was we discuss their personal coming out stories, Hamilton&#39;s treatment of its 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and Nim&#39;s upcoming queer event Sounds Gay.

Nim Agalawatte is a Hamiltonian musician, producer, sound engineer, 2SLGBTQIA+ advocate, bassist for indie rock band Basement Revolver and Hamilton Advisory Team member.

You can find Nim on Instagram as @nim.agalawatte, on Facebook as Nimal Agalawatte, and their band on all streaming services under Basement Revolver.


Intro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard and Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)

Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

Episode #13- Hamilton Needs Queer Spaces with Nim Agalawatte

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Join Alyssa and I was we discuss her long-held talent for visual arts, her independent craft and accessory business Benji&#39;s Market, and what online art distributers actually offer their designers.GTHA-based Alyssa Shanghavi is a multidisciplinary artist, trombonist, and owner of Benji&#39;s Market- her Etsy shop specializing in scrunchies, hair accessories, keychains, stationary, stickers, and more.You can find Alyssa on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Etsy and her website under @benjismarket, on Twitch as @drtrombone, or her personal accounts on most socials under @lys.shanghavi and Alyssa Shanghavi. Intro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard and Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

Episode #12- Starting an Indie Business with Alyssa Shanghavi

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Join Robyn and I as we discuss people-pleasing habits, creating during a pandemic, and burning out to the point of hospitalization. Robyn Lightwalker is a Hamilton-based multidisciplinary artist focusing on paint, sculpture, and illustration. You can find Robyn on Instagram under her main account as @thelightwalker93, @lightwalkersculpture for her sculpting work, her comic series at @in.to.the.blue, and her aerial and modelling work at @skyeweaver42. You can also find Robyn on Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, Patreon, Fiverr, Opensea, Redbubble, Artstation, Tapas, and her personal website lightwalkerart.com Intro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard and Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

Robyn & I discuss artist burnout, and why it's so common.

Join Robyn and I as we discuss people-pleasing habits, creating during a pandemic, and burning out to the point of hospitalization.

Robyn Lightwalker is a Hamilton-based multidisciplinary artist focusing on paint, sculpture, and illustration. You can find Robyn on Instagram under her main account as @thelightwalker93, @lightwalkersculpture for her sculpting work, her comic series at @in.to.the.blue, and her aerial and modelling work at @skyeweaver42. You can also find Robyn on Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, Patreon, Fiverr, Opensea, Redbubble, Artstation, Tapas, and her personal website lightwalkerart.com


Intro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard and Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)

Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

Episode #11- Creating on the Edge of Burnout with Robyn Lightwalker

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Join Jonah and I as we discuss psychedelics, how the Toronto government is failing its indie music community, and Numb Tongues&#39; latest single, &#34;Automatically&#34;.Jonah Grinberg is the vocalist of Toronto-based funk/punk band Numb Tongues, psychedelic enthusiast, and community supporter. Intro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard and Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

Jonah Grinberg and I talk how he got into music, COVID-19 restrictions on the Toronto music community, and how the city is failing its indie community.

Join Jonah and I as we discuss psychedelics, how the Toronto government is failing its indie music community, and Numb Tongues&#39; latest single, &#34;Automatically&#34;.

Jonah Grinberg is the vocalist of Toronto-based funk/punk band Numb Tongues, psychedelic enthusiast, and community supporter.


Intro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard and Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)

Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

Episode #10- Toronto's Indie Scene is in Trouble with Jonah Grinberg

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Join Garrett and I as we discuss the artists that inspire him, how he became interested in producing music, and his work with the Hamilton Music Collective and the Hamilton Advisory Council.Garrett Lajoie is a Hamilton-based producer, singer-songwriter, guitarist, music educator, and Mohawk College music grad. You can find Garrett on Instagram as @garlajoie and on Facebook and Spotify as himself. Intro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard and Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

Garrett Lajoie and I discuss working behind the scenes in the Hamilton music industry.

Join Garrett and I as we discuss the artists that inspire him, how he became interested in producing music, and his work with the Hamilton Music Collective and the Hamilton Advisory Council.

Garrett Lajoie is a Hamilton-based producer, singer-songwriter, guitarist, music educator, and Mohawk College music grad. You can find Garrett on Instagram as @garlajoie and on Facebook and Spotify as himself.


Intro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard and Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)

Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

Episode #9- Working Behind the Scenes with Garrett Lajoie

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(Apologies for the crappy audio on my end, technical difficulties + nearby construction really did wonders. I promise a clearer recording for Episode #9!) Join Alyssa and I as we discuss navigating the music industry as cisgender women, misogyny in music communities, and famous predators who need to be held accountable. Alyssa Mikuljan is a pop/rock singer-songwriter from Kitchener, who&#39;s currently performing and studying in Hamilton. You can find her on all socials as either @alyssadvm or @alyssadvmmusic . Intro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard and Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

How the music industry refuses to hold abusers accountable, and fails to provide safe spaces for it's victims.

(Apologies for the crappy audio on my end, technical difficulties + nearby construction really did wonders. I promise a clearer recording for Episode #9!)

Join Alyssa and I as we discuss navigating the music industry as cisgender women, misogyny in music communities, and famous predators who need to be held accountable.

Alyssa Mikuljan is a pop/rock singer-songwriter from Kitchener, who&#39;s currently performing and studying in Hamilton. You can find her on all socials as either @alyssadvm or @alyssadvmmusic .


Intro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard and Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)
Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

Episode #8- Why the Music Industry Needs a #MeToo with Alyssa Mikuljan

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Join Josh and I as we discuss graduating during a pandemic, the pros and cons of music school, and becoming self-sufficient. Joshua Pascua is an R&amp;B/pop singer-songwriter from Hamilton, Ontario. You can find him on all socials at @joshuapascuamusic . Intro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard and Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

Weighing the pros and cons of attending music school, with Joshua Pascua.

Join Josh and I as we discuss graduating during a pandemic, the pros and cons of music school, and becoming self-sufficient.

Joshua Pascua is an R&amp;B/pop singer-songwriter from Hamilton, Ontario. You can find him on all socials at @joshuapascuamusic .


Intro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard and Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)

Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

Episode #7- The Price of Music School with Joshua Pascua

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Join Aisha and I as we discuss pre-COVID industry issues, the importance of small creatives, and poor quality livestreams. Aisha Barrow is an R&amp;B/pop singer-songwriter from Hamilton, Ontario. She performs under her moniker LifeandtheTribe. (@lifeandthetribe) Intro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard and Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

How COVID-19 Has Affected the Live Music Industry

Join Aisha and I as we reflect on pre-COVID industry issues, the importance of small creatives, and poor quality livestreams.

Aisha Barrow is an R&amp;B/pop singer-songwriter from Hamilton, Ontario. She performs under her moniker LifeandtheTribe. (@lifeandthetribe)


Intro/outro music by Nathanael Pollard and Scott Marsh. (@nattydreddz, @scottmarshmusic)

Artwork by Jordyn Doyle. (@doylejordyn_)

Episode #6- The Future of the Music Industry with Aisha Barrow

Musicians and industry professionals discuss the ups and downs of working within the Canadian music scene.

Welcome to HOTSHOTS- a podcast where musicians and professionals within the scene discuss the good, the bad, and the dirty of working within the Canadian music industry. Hosted by Sarah Jessica Rintjema, a music journalist working within the GTHA.