LLUX is a band fronted by Canadian songwriter Lindsay Thomson, born and raised in the Northern town of Kenora, Ontario. The band’s sound blends indie rock and power pop, Thomson expressing herself through honest lyrics and guitar driven songs. New to the Winnipeg music scene, Lindsay has been working on a debut EP ‘The Drive,’ set for release this spring. 

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The set list originally featured in this episode included:

LLUX “Molly“ Single

LLUX “The Drive“ Single

LLUX “Do I Think About You Too Much“ Single

For more local music, check out the Winnipeg Music Project website.

Thank you to UMFM 101.5FM.

Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio.

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A son of a prominent musicologist, Daniel Raiskin grew up in St. Petersburg. He attended the celebrated conservatory in his native city and continued his studies in Amsterdam and Freiburg. First focusing on viola, he was inspired to take up the baton by an encounter with the distinguished teacher Lev Savich. From the 2020/2021 season Daniel Raiskin will be Principal Conductor of the Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra. In addition, he is Music Director of the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra since August 2018 and Principal Guest Conductor of the Belgrade Philharmonic Orchestra from season 2017/18. Daniel Raiskin is also relentlessly committed to sharing his knowledge and passion with young musicians around the world. He devotes his time regularly to working with youth orchestras in a.o. Canada, Estonia, Germany, Iceland, Netherlands, Russia and South Africa. He sat down with Ashley Bieniarz to chat about his life before his astounding conducting career, what led him down this musical path and shared some insight into the life of a Symphonic Orchestra Music Director.

All pre-recorded music has been removed from this episode. 

The set list originally featured in this episode is:

Chicago Youth Symphonic Orchestra, Sergei Rachmaninov “Symphonic Dances, Op. 45, 1st Movement”

For more local music, check out the Winnipeg Music Project website. 

Thank you to UMFM 101.5FM.

Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio.

Ashley Bieniarz, Daniel Raiskin

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The Rainy Day Apparel (RDA) tells the story of multiple connections in a magnanimous but tranquil way, offering perspective on the human experience as seen and heard from the eyes of a prairie born singer/songwriter. Whether it is uplifting, gut-wrenching, healing or heartbreaking; music should make you feel. The Rainy Day Apparel has been telling stories through music for some time; but only recently has it seemed necessary to share with a larger audience.

All pre-recorded music has been removed from this episode. 

The set list originally featured in this episode is:

The Rainy Day Apparel “Matches“ from Reset

The Rainy Day Apparel “Reset“ from Reset

The Rainy Day Apparel “Thaw Me Out“ from Reset

For more local music, check out the Winnipeg Music Project website.

Thank you to UMFM 101.5FM. Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio.

Transition contributed by Noah Derksen

Ashley Bieniarz and The Rainy Day Apparel

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Katie & The Wolves is a Manitoba based blues and Rock & Roll band. Vintage and classy with a bit of grit and driven by the blues. Katie & The Wolves are the real deal when it comes to Rock & Roll with no dues left to pay. Performing for over a decade, Katie is no stranger to the stage. Over the years, she has been writing songs for a number of notable projects, and spent many an evening on stage with road-dogs and Rock & Roll icons. Now she’s taking her wealth of experience and is stepping into the spotlight under her own banner with a great pack of supporting musicians.

All pre-recorded music has been removed from this episode. 

The set list originally featured in this episode is:

Katie & The Wolves “Loaded Gun“ from The Wild Unknown

Katie & The Wolves “The Wild Unknown“ from The Wild Unknown

Katie & The Wolves “The Wild Unknown“ from The Wild Unknown

For more local music, check out the Winnipeg Music Project website.

Thank you to UMFM 101.5FM. Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio.

Transition contributed by Aaron Bartel of Flat Land Soul Band.

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Zrada’s sound originates equal parts in the fog-shrouded valleys of the Carpathians and the sweaty mosh-pits of Anthrax shows; however their music is mysterious and primal in a unique way. A folk-punk tour-de-force, their subversion of Eastern-European musical traditions, enigmatic imagery and raucous live shows are pushing Zrada to craft some of the most forward-thinking and captivating world music in Canada today. Based in Winnipeg since 2005, Zrada has been experimenting with the soundscapes of their ancestral Ukraine for over a decade. Striking vocal harmonies, powerful trumpet and violin melodies combine with jazz infused rhythms to create a wild and joyous dance floor experience.

All pre-recorded music has been removed from this episode. 

The set list originally featured in this episode is:

Zrada “The Black Mountain“ from Legend

Zrada “The Scythe“ from Legend

Zrada “Fog“ from Legend

For more local music, check out the Winnipeg Music Project website.

Thank you to UMFM 101.5FM. Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio.

Transition contributed by Selci.

Ashley Bieniarz with Andriy from Zrada

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Veneer’s enchanting trifecta of sentimental souls create a universe of music that is soft, strong, and blatantly vulnerable. This multi-instrumental gaggle of creators is not your typical three-piece; accompanied by brass and woodwind instrumentals, and wielding six instruments in total, Veneer’s enticing harmonies and haunting hooks will have their tunes stuck in your head for days.

Special Guest Host: Graeme Houssin/Contessa Lestrange

All pre-recorded music has been removed from this episode.

The set list originally featured in this episode:

Veneer “Unsure” from the self-titled EP.

Veneer “Don’t Get My Hair Wet" from the self-titled EP.

Veneer “Bianca Casual” from the self-titled EP.

For more local music, check out the Winnipeg Music Project website.

Thank you to UMFM 101.5FM. Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio.

Transition contributed by Noah Derksen.

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Screaming at Traffic is a punk rock band from Winnipeg, Mb, made up of Jacques Richer, Duncan Murta, Paul Colman, and Stefan St. Godard. Their no frills emo-punk riffing add to the group's frenzied live performance and raw yet melodic songwriting.

While filming the interview in a park in downtown Winnipeg, this interview includes the occasional question from the public. Shout out to Trudy for the great questions. Not all of them could make it in due to the audio quality, but if you’re ready this you are appreciated!

All pre-recorded music has been removed from this episode.

The set list originally featured in this episode:

Screaming At Traffic “Pantomime“ from I Don’t Like Sports

Screaming At Traffic “She’s Going Down“ from I Don’t Like Sports

Screaming At Traffic “They Call Me Thrillhouse“ from I Don’t Like Sports

For more local music, check out the Winnipeg Music Project (http://www.winnipegmusicproject.com/)

Thank you to UMFM 101.5FM (http://www.umfm.com/)

Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio (https://www.collectorstudio.net)

Transition contributed by Tristan Zaba from ZABA (http://tristanzaba.com/)

Paul and Jacques from Screaming at Traffic

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The Flat Land Soul Band is Manitoba's primary keeper of the groove, providing the very best music of the 60s and 70s. Ranging anywhere from the smooth, sultry passion of Soul and R&B, to the classic Funk vibes that will make you get up offa that thing, this 9 piece band is a force to be reckoned with. Featuring a 5 part horn section made up entirely of highly skilled jazz performance majors, backed by an ultra tight rhythm section, and fronted by the city's best young vocalist, The Flat Land Soul Band has it all.

Set List:

Flat Land Soul Band “Mantra“ from Middle of Somewhere

Flat Land Soul Band “To My Mother“ from Middle of Somewhere

Flat Land Soul Band “What I wouldn’t Do“ from Middle of Somewhere

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Rhianna Rae Saj released her debut album "Begin Again" shortly after NYE, but is no stranger to writing music and performing. Saj started making the reoccurring trip down to Tennessee in 2014 and began building her catalogue of songs, which resulted in her signing a synch-licensing deal with Indie Orange, based out of Nashville & Los Angeles. However, she was told her original songs were too slow, sad and not a great fit for radio — and she was subsequently pushed in a direction she didn’t want to go in until she decided it wasn’t for her. She took a four-year hiatus from writing original music and waited until she was emotionally in a place where she felt it was right to go back into the studio to record. Timing the release of the album so soon after the new year makes sense; For Saj, creating Begin Again was a process of learning to fall back in love with what she’s always done through her lyrics: tell stories. Her knack for blending her silky falsetto and country/folk strings with endearing stories about ghosts, monsters and gin comes through in this insightful album.

Set List:

Rhianna Ray Saj “Monster“ from Begin Again

Rhianna Ray Saj “Hyde“ from Begin Again

Rhianna Ray Saj “The Ghost Story“ from Begin Again

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Set List:

housepanther “17% Wine“ from Homewrecker

housepanther “Passenger Party“ from Homewrecker

housepanther “Learning the Rules“ from Homewrecker

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Set List:

Taylor Janzen “Stations”

Taylor Janzen “Better Now”

Taylor Janzen “New Mercies” Single

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It was 20 years ago today that we made our return to the FM dial, bringing you stimulating music and talk programming to our fair city and beyond. We've certainly learned a lot during these past 20 years, proudly making some amazing radio. There might have been a few missteps along the way, and we thank you for bearing with us. We're forever thankful to all of the volunteers who have passed through our doors. Your presence and contributions will never be forgotten - you are the lifeblood of UMFM. ⠀
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To all of the students at the University of Manitoba​ - thank you for embracing us, for using us to tell your stories and for making our campus an exciting place to be! To all of the student executives and staff at the University of Manitoba Students' Union​, both past and present, we feel so fortunate to have helped you promote your ideas, your events, your speakers and your businesses - thank you for your unwavering support. To all of the great musicians who have sent their music our way, especially those right here in our backyard, we thank you for trusting us with your songs so that we might share them with the world. To all of you promoters, festivals and venues who've chosen UMFM as a partner - thank you for bringing new, exciting entertainment to our city - you make Winnipeg a better place, even in the coldest months.⠀
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All pre-recorded music has been removed from this episode.

For more local music, check out the Winnipeg Music Project (http://www.winnipegmusicproject.com/)

Thank you to UMFM 101.5FM (http://www.umfm.com/)

Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio (https://www.collectorstudio.net)

Transition contributed by Noah Derksen (https://www.noahderksen.com/)

Transition contributed by Aaron Bartel (http://facebook.com/flatlandsoulband)

Alpha Toshineza is a francophone MC and graphic designer. Born and raised in Luxembourg, Alpha started rhyming in the early 90s. He was a member of different rap groups (HLM, MQP, Nouvelle Alliance) before going solo under the name Gospel Emcee. He released his first EP (Bonne Cause) in 2005 and his first album in 2007. In 2014, Alpha moved to Winnipeg, and started his design studio and record label JAZZ INUIT. "Jazz Inuit » is also the name of his latest CD released in 2017. This album earned him a nomination at the Western Canadian Music Awards for "Francophone Artist of the Year » and a SOCAN Price for Best Francophone Song. Alpha loves to collaborate with live musicians but also enjoys going back to the essence of hiphop (one mic, 2 turntables). Alpha will rock the stage with DJ Stop at Winnipeg Jazz Fest, Canada Day and the Northerntouch Music Festival. Alpha has collaborated with many local artists like DJ Crabskull, Elessar Thiessen, Justin Lacroix, Kelly Bado, Selci, Joanna Majoko and many more.

All pre-recorded music has been removed from this episode.

The set list originally featured in this episode:

Alpha Toshineza “Chaque Jour”

Alpha Toshineza “I don’t know (ft. Selci)“

For more local music, check out the Winnipeg Music Project (http://www.winnipegmusicproject.com/)

Thank you to UMFM 101.5FM (http://www.umfm.com/)

Music by Will and Art from Collector Studio (https://www.collectorstudio.net)

Alpha Toshineza with Ashley Bieniarz

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Luke came onto the #winnipegmusicproject to talk about life as a twin, the advantages of having a family of graphic designers and audio engineers and the exciting release for their third album!

Set List: 

The Sturgeons "Let it Shine" from Black and White

The Sturgeons "Black and White" from Black and White

The Sturgeons "Make the Move" from Black and White

The Sturgeons "One More Song" from Black and White

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Graham Hnatiuk of Hearing Trees returned to the Winnipeg Music Project to talk glasses, album releases and more musical things.

Original Picture (as mentioned in interview)

Set List:

Hearing Trees "I've Got Magic" from Quiet Dreams

Hearing Trees "Telling Peter" from Quiet Dreams

Hearing Trees "Lights Out" from Quiet Dreams

Hearing Trees "City of Lost Love" from Quiet Dreams

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Set List:

Black River Drifters "Rumble Strips" from Drive by Feel

Black River Drifters "Down Near El Paso" from Drive by Feel

Black River Drifters "Old Friend" from Drive by Feel

Black River Drifters "These Chains I'm In" from Drive by Feel

Support local music-makers Black River Drifters!

Set List: 

Ashley Bieniarz "Dirty Animal" DEMO

Snarky Remarkables "Vampire" from Besides and Vulgarities

Cole Shway "All the Bad I've Done" from What's Next?

TWIN "Looking For Love" from We Rise and Dance, We Sleep and Dream

Lakes & Pines "Yukon Princess" from Peace Comes At Last

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Local Hip-hop/rap/r&b artist O.G. Ricky Gee came onto the Winnipeg Music Project to share his story and inspirations surrounding his music and plans for the future.

Set List:

O.G. Ricky Gee "Hell & Back" [Kid Ink Remix]

O.G. Ricky Gee "I Wish"

O.G. Ricky Gee "Where I'm from" (Produced by Magestick Records)

O.G. Ricky Gee "Ballin' No Jersey" (Produced by Foreign Made It)

O.G. Ricky Gee and Ashley Bieniarz

The new years begins with Disraeli Dreamers visiting the station. The Winnipeg Music Project had Peter and Simon on the show to promote their highly anticipated EP "Insomnia Island" which will be releasing in February of this year. They share their songwriting tactics and the cohesive teamwork of the band all the while hinting at upcoming shows and exciting announcements.

Set List: 

Disraeli Dreamers "Everest" from Insomnia Island EP

Disraeli Dreamers "Little Lies" from Insomnia Island EP

Disraeli Dreamers "Shotguns & Chivalry" from Insomnia Island EP

Disraeli Dreamers "Lighthouse" from Insomnia Island EP

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The lovely Erika Fowler came on for this episode of the Winnipeg Music Project to promote her recently release EP Stay. She shares her story and the events leading up to now with her successes in francophone musician competitions such as La Chicane Electrique and her experiences at folk fest. Tune in for a wonderful chat with this up and coming local indie folk singer songwriter.

Purchase Erika Fowler's EP Stay here

Set List:

Erika Fowler "Stay" from Stay

Erika Fowler "Oublie" from Stay

Erika Fowler "Worth It" from Stay

Erika Fowler and Ashley Bieniarz

Support local music-maker Erika Fowler!