Backstage Lowdown

Backstage Lowdown

Lance & Andrew

Episodes 52
Avg. Duration 50m
Activity Highly Active
Since Aug 2021
Latest Episode May 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Monthly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
37%
Hosting
anchor.fm

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About This Podcast

Lance and Andrew join forces to bring you interviews from musicians & entertainers to give you a little insight as to what is going on behind the scenes.

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Recent Episodes

Ron Hawkins on 35 Years of Shakespeare My Butt | Lowest of the Low Anniversary Interview

May 14, 2026 50m

Join us for an in-depth conversation with Ron Hawkins of Lowest of the Low as we celebrate the 35th anniversary of the legendary album Shakespeare My Butt.In this interview, Ron reflects on the…

From Analog to Digital: Marc Jordan on Music, Songwriting & Industry Evolution

Apr 13, 2026 37m

In this episode of Backstage Lowdown, we sit down with legendary Canadian singer-songwriter Marc Jordan to dive deep into his incredible career in music.Marc shares behind-the-scenes stories of…

How CFNY-FM Changed Music Forever, Inside "The Spirit of Radio” Documentary with Ivar Hamilton

Mar 25, 2026 45m

Step into the golden era of alternative radio with Ivor Hamilton, co-producer of the documentary CFNY: The Spirit of Radio, as he takes us behind the scenes of one of Canada’s most influential radio…

Crystal Shawanda on Sing Pretty Blues, Soul Roots & Her Juno Awards Nomination

Mar 16, 2026 38m

Blues powerhouse Crystal Shawanda joins Backstage Lowdown for a soulful conversation about her JUNO-nominated album Sing Pretty Blues and the musical roots that shaped her sound. In this in-depth…

Jeremy Hotz Gets Real About Comedy, Touring & Life’s Absurdities

Mar 12, 2026 41m

Canadian comedy legend Jeremy Hotz joins Backstage Lowdown for a hilarious and insightful conversation about life, stand-up, and the beautifully awkward observations that have made him one of the…

Guitars, MI6 & a 300-Year-Old Secret, Grit Laskin on “The Stradivari Formula”

Mar 06, 2026 43m

In this episode of Backstage Lowdown, we sit down with Canadian luthier, novelist and if that wasn’t enough, a Member of the Order of Canada, Grit Laskin. Laskin talks about his novel, “The…

The Untold Story of CFNY: The Spirit of Radio with Alan Cross

Jan 30, 2026 44m

Join hosts Andrew Stewart and Lance Dawson for a deep dive into music history with legendary broadcaster and music historian Alan Cross, as they discuss the hot new documentary, CFNY: The Spirit of…

Inside Porto: Dave Genn Breaks Down 54-40's New Record

Jan 23, 2026 38m

On this episode of Backstage Lowdown, hosts Lance Dawson and Andrew Stewart sit down with Dave Genn of Canadian rock icons 54-40 to talk about the band’s brand new album, PORTO, out January 23.…

Samantha Ava: Going FULL Southern Rock!

Dec 16, 2025 38m

Dive into an electrifying episode of Backstage Lowdown as hosts Lance Dawson and Andrew Stewart sit down with rising country-rock powerhouse Samantha Ava. Hailing from the Hamilton–Niagara region,…

One Song. One City. Thousands Without Homes — Richard Todd’s Powerful Message

Nov 11, 2025 37m

Richard Todd’s “Forgotten Homeless Project” Shines a Light on Toronto’s Growing CrisisToronto musician and social activist Richard Todd is using the power of music to fight one of the city’s most…

ZOCHI: The Afrobeat Voice Redefining Canadian Music

Oct 09, 2025 35m

Canadian Afrobeat Sensation ZOCHI on Music, Faith & Finding Her VoiceHosts Lance Dawson and Andrew Stewart dive deep with rising Canadian Afrobeat artist ZOCHI, exploring her soulful new single…

Bree Taylor Interview | Canadian Country Music Artist Talks Songwriting & CMA Fest

Aug 26, 2025 36m

🎙 Canadian Country Artist Bree Taylor Talks Authenticity, Songwriting & Life on TourIn this episode of Backstage Lowdown, hosts Lance Dawson and Andrew Stewart sit down with rising Canadian…

Alex Kasznel & The Board of Directors: Indie Rock on the Rise | Strummerfest 2025

Aug 12, 2025 33m

Backstage Lowdown with Alex Kasznel & The Board of Directors | Strummerfest 2025 SpecialGet ready for a high-energy deep dive with Alex Kasznel, lead singer of the indie powerhouse Alex Kasznel…

RUSHfest Canada 2025: 114 Shows, Neil Peart’s Legacy & Inside Stories from Paul Beaulieu

Jul 25, 2025 39m

In this electrifying episode of Backstage Lowdown, hosts Lance Dawson and Andrew Stewart sit down with acclaimed Canadian music journalist and photographer Paul Beaulieu to talk all things RUSH.Paul…

Drew Arnott on 42 Years of Strange Advance, Sold-Out Tour & What’s Next!

Jun 13, 2025 48m

🎸 Inside the Mind of Strange Advance’s Drew Arnott!Strange Advance is BACK — and they’re on a SOLD-OUT cross-country tour! 🛣️ We sat down with Drew Arnott, one half of the iconic duo behind the…

R&B Is Back! DJ Vibe Talks Montell Jordan KW Concert, and Gen X Vibes

Jun 10, 2025 46m

🎶 DJ Vibe Brings R&B Back to Kitchener-Waterloo! | Montell Jordan Live at Centre In The Square 🎶Daryl Pooran, better known as DJ Vibe, is on a mission to revive real R&B in the KW region —…

Steve Strongman: Grammy Nominated Guitarist on Touring, Music & Industry Changes

May 05, 2025 1h 4m

Join us as Steve Strongman, a Grammy-nominated Canadian blues guitarist, shares his journey in the music industry. He talks about attending the Grammys for his album with the Thunderbirds, the…

Danny Michel: Songs, Stories & Slot Cars

Jan 31, 2025 53m

Lance & Andrew interview Canadian singer-songwriter Danny Michel in the studio. Danny discusses his tour with Steve Poltz, their long-standing friendship, and their collaborative efforts. He…

An Authentic Ride with Lowest of the Low’s, Ron Hawkins; from Marxist Punk to Canadian Icon

Dec 16, 2024 1h 11m

Hot dang, do we have a show for you!  We sit down with Ron Hawkins, a Canadian Indie Rock Hall of Fame inductee.  While like the rest of us, he puts on his pants one leg at a time, but...

Being Bi with Jeff Woods

Nov 24, 2024 1h 10m

Lance Dawson and Andrew Stewart interview Jeff Woods, a renowned DJ and podcaster, about his new book, “Being Bi.” Woods discusses his journey of self-acceptance and the challenges of being bisexual,…

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