Episodes 176
Avg. Duration 1h 20m
Activity Highly Active
Since Jul 2017
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Every 2 Weeks
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About This Podcast

BC's longest-running active music interview podcast. Since 2017, host and co-founder James Olson has been speaking to bands and artists from Vancouver and beyond. Come along, tap into the ever-expanding variety of artists on the West Coast, and get to know many new favourites.

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Recent Episodes

Yegg Keep it Fresh

Jun 09, 2026 1h 5m

Yegg are a Nanaimo-based death metal band that has quickly emerged as one of the most vital and aggressive metal acts from the burgeoning Vancouver Island scene, making the finals of the Wacken Metal…

Caveman & The Banshee

Feb 26, 2026 1h 16m

Caveman & The Banshee are an electronic space punk duo composed of bassist Dave Read and vocalist Valentina Cardinalli.Since 2021, Caveman & The Banshee have been thrilling underground music…

PSR's Best of 2025 ft. guest co-host Arek Hautaluoma

Dec 31, 2025 1h 7m

Another year in the bag!There was so much great music that came out in 2025 that our annual best of special only scratched the surface.Listen in as James Olson and guest co-host Arek Hautaluoma…

Jordan Koop

Dec 11, 2025 1h 18m

With over 20+ years of experience, Jordan Koop has worked with a range of artists including alt country superstar Orville Peck, the punk rock power trio and past guests Invasives, and one of our…

Smash TV are breaking the rules

Oct 22, 2025 54m

Channeling an “anything goes” approach to their music and live performances, Smash TV have emerged as a driving force in the flourishing Vancouver Island punk scene. Their sonic collision of metal,…

Danger Box charge ahead

May 23, 2025 55m

On our first in-person interview in a while we’re chatting with Fin Edwards, the vocalist and guitarist of Danger Box.Danger Box are a young and ambitious punk rock unit inspired by the sounds of mid…

Midmay are in full Bloom

Apr 03, 2025 53m

Midmay are a alternative R&B duo featuring Tom Shand (vocals/guitar) and Jacob Regehr (vocals/piano) After working together in various capacities for over a decade, Shand and Regehr capture the…

Shimbashi Station Are Ready for Takeoff

Mar 06, 2025 53m

Shimbashi Station distinguish themselves within the crowded Vancouver indie rock scene with a commitment to straightforward melodicism, deceptive instrumental complexity, and musical and visual…

PSR's Best of 2024 ft. guest co-host Catlin Nagy

Dec 18, 2024 52m

It’s that time of year again!2024 was an excellent year for music and marked a year of change for the show.Join your host James Olson and guest host Catlin Nagy as we discuss our favorite releases of…

King Bob Is the Everyman's Ruler

Nov 27, 2024 1h 29m

King Bob is the stage name and musical project of one Jackson McDonald.Drawing inspiration from the melodic punk and alternative rock acts that dominated the late '90s and early 2000s, King Bob has…

Haleluya Hailu grows up

Sep 04, 2024 56m

Haleluya Hailu is a singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer whose latest EP eternally, yours explores navigating friendships, relationships, and young adulthood within a contemporary…

Cam Blake gets satisfaction in sameness

Jun 26, 2024 1h 6m

Cam Blake is a vocalist, multi-instrumentalist and producer who has explored a variety of musical styles over the course of his budding music career. Join us as we chat the future of art and music in…

The Bankes Brothers are riding a wave

May 29, 2024 1h 8m

The Bankes Brothers are a modern roots rock band who have quickly established themselves as an exciting international touring act. Morgan Bankes (vocals/guitar) and Carson Cleaver (lead guitar) join…

Parlour Panther turn a new leaf

May 02, 2024 1h 2m

Parlour Panther are a rising indie rock band who combine elements of synth pop, glam rock, and R&B to create a sound that is joyful, optimistic, and life affirming. Their third record BLOOM sees…

Julien Lavoie swan dives into the future

Mar 18, 2024 1h 14m

Julien Lavoie is a vocalist, songwriter, and guitarist who has created a neat little niche of his own within the Vancouver music scene, playing a lovelorn and wistful blend of bedroom pop,…

Slightest Clue are a loud & proud gang of misfits

Feb 28, 2024 1h 14m

Slightest Clue are a rising alternative rock quartet characterized by eclectic musical sensibilities, creative business savvy, and electrifying live energy owing to the distinct personalities of each…

PSR's Best of 2023 Special ft. Johnny Das (Mediaslaves)

Dec 06, 2023 56m

What a year!On our Best of 2023 special we’re joined by guest host Johnny Das to celebrate our favorite local, Canadian, and international releases of the past 12 months.Johnny Das is the vocalist…

Holy Felix is a Hard Rock Heretic

Nov 29, 2023 1h 26m

Holy Felix is the latest musical project of vocalist, guitarist, and songwriter Felix Roberts.After playing in a handful of bands and previously releasing music under the moniker Rabbit Hole, Roberts…

Dacey Dare To Dream

Nov 22, 2023 40m

Dacey are a forward thinking genre mashing alternative R&B act who in their brief time as a group have been featured on a selection of high profile Spotify playlists, signed to the label Imperial…

Post-Modern Connection Broaden Their Horizons

Oct 20, 2023 52m

Post-Modern Connection are a rising indie rock unit that combine international influences, deceptively complex song structures, and upbeat vibes to create a unique sound within the local music…

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