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| Beer, Bars, and Buckle Up with James Barker Band | 04 Nov 2025 | 00:54:31 | |
Welcome back for another season finale of On the Porch with Front Porch Music! Four seasons in, tons of incredible guests, and our first CCMA nomination. What a special year! Our season four finale guest is none other than James Barker, front man for James Barker Band. In this episode, we dove into all things songwriting, JBB's humble beginnings (spoiler: Oshawa dive bars), and life as a songwriter in Nashville. We also talked about the new James Barker Band album, titled One Of Us and even forced James to pick his top three favourites from the album. James Barker Band is currently on the Buckle Up Tour sponsored by Bud Light. They're touring coast to coast this fall. Be sure to catch them in your hometown! Thank you so much for sticking around for Season 4 of On The Porch with Front Porch Music. If you liked this episode, please rate, review and subscribe … It's the easiest way to support our show. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join us On The Front Porch, every other Tuesday. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is produced by Jason Saunders. The theme song for this podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling. | |||
| [NEW SHOW] mastered. The Business Of Music Episode 1 | 21 Oct 2025 | 00:25:13 | |
Hey everyone! This week, we’re doing something a little different — instead of our regular On The Porch episode, we’re bringing you the first full episode of our new limited series, Mastered: The Business of Music. Mastered pulls back the curtain on the music industry, talking with major players about marketing, touring, sync licensing, being a DIY artist, and so much more — all the real-world advice artists and industry professionals need. We’re excited to share this full episode with you today, and don’t worry — we’ll be back with our regular On The Porch format next week. You can also head over to the Mastered feed to catch the rest of the series. Joelle May’s career has spanned across public relations, label management, events, and more. One area she’s worked in for over a decade is sync and licensing. And I know what you’re thinking - wtf is sync and licensing? This is exactly why we thought it’d be great to sit down with Joelle and really unpack that. Joelle has placed music across television, video games, and commercials in North America and Europe. In this episode, we get to the bottom of what sync and licensing is, how to get your music placed (spoiler: it’s not easy, especially on your own), and a little bit about the legalities and how royalties work. | |||
| “From City Kids To Steroes to Delta Sweet” with Pat Kordyback | 17 Jun 2025 | 01:02:18 | |
Pat Kordyback discovered his voice after losing interest in hockey and skateboarding. Learning to sing in his teens, Pat was inspired by the sounds of motown, which would foreshadow a little ‘doo wop’ in his future. Getting together with Miles Holmwood, Robert Chalifoux, Daniel Johnson, and Aaron Verdonk, Pat would spend his early 20’s as the frontman for Canadian pop punk rock band Stereos. The band blew up after being featured on Much Music’s “disBAND”, and winning over Gene Simmons. Stereos would teach Pat a lot about life in a band, being a rockstar (and unlearning the rockstar attitude), and hard work rehearsing five day a week paying off. Hits like “Summer Girl”, “Throw Ya Hands Up” and “Butterflies” would send the band up the charts. After his punk rock days would come to a close, Pat decided to lean into his Alberta side, and begin writing and recording country music. We talked with Pat about his career highs, lows, and more. We talked about the Stereos whirlwind, lessons learned from that exact whirlwind, and how his country music career aims to spark something new. We also talked about the Oilers….and his lifelong dedication to his hometown NHL team. His current single “Drive 85” is out now, which follows previous singles, “Outta Money, Outta Mind”, “Pour A Little My Way” and “Whiskey Like You”.
Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join us On The Front Porch, every other Tuesday. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is produced by Jason Saunders. The theme song for this podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling. | |||
| “From The Badlands To Purple Gas And Zach Bryan” with Noeline Hofmann | 03 Jun 2025 | 00:50:05 | |
Noeline Hofmann burst onto the scene in 2024 with the duet release of her single “Purple Gas”, after it caught the attention of Zach Bryan. At just 21 years old, Noeline knows the vitality of building community as a young artist. After playing her local Alberta circuit for a few years, managing jobs at the grocery store and on a ranch, and attending school, Noeline set her sights on a career in music. In just one year, Noeline has toured with Charlie Crockett, Wyatt Flores, Zach Bryan, Turnpike Troubadours and more. She made her Stagecoach debut this year, and just had a full circle moment at Railbird Festival (find out why in the episode). We talked to Noeline about the whirlwind she’s been on over the last two years, from packing up her car and heading for Kentucky and Tennessee, to a duet with Zach Bryan, her current busy schedule on the road, and more. She also taught us how she manages to keep her schedule straight; a few weeks at a time. Noeline is also Sirius XM Top of the Country finalist and we can’t wait to catch her at the finale in Kelowna this September. Follow Noeline Hofmann on Instagram and TikTok. We’re so excited to bring back Season 4 of On The Porch with Front Porch Music. If you liked this episode, please rate, review and subscribe … It's the easiest way to support our show. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join us On The Front Porch, every other Tuesday. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is produced by Jason Saunders. The theme song for this podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling.
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| “The Family Jukebox” with Antonio Larosa | 20 May 2025 | 00:56:14 | |
Antonio Larosa hails from British Columbia, inspired by the classics he discovered both on his own, and through his mom who always had music going in the house. Follow Antonio on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook. We’re so excited to bring back Season 4 of On The Porch with Front Porch Music. If you liked this episode, please rate, review and subscribe … It's the easiest way to support our show. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join us On The Front Porch, every other Tuesday. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is produced by Jason Saunders. The theme song for this podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling. | |||
| Again.....What Is In The Saskatchewan Water With Josh Stumpf | 06 May 2025 | 00:41:34 | |
Josh Stumpf on Mentorship, Music, and Making a Difference In this episode of On The Porch with Front Porch Music, we sit down with emerging country artist Josh Stumpf to talk about his journey from small-town Saskatchewan to the national spotlight. Recently crowned the iHeart Future Star and winner of the Emerging Artist Award at the Saskatchewan Country Music Awards, Josh opens up about the supportive music scene in Saskatchewan, signing with MDM Recordings, and the whirlwind experience of releasing his debut single “Highway Money.” We also dive into the heart behind the Sunset Country Music Festival, which Josh helped launch during COVID to bring music to his community. From road stories and lessons learned on tour, to writing sessions in Nashville and invaluable mentorship from Jess Moskaluke, Josh shares the highs, the hustle, and the hope that fuel his rising career. We’re so excited to bring back Season 4 of On The Porch with Front Porch Music. If you liked this episode, please rate, review and subscribe … It's the easiest way to support our show. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join us On The Front Porch, every other Tuesday. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is produced by Jason Saunders. The theme song for this podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling. | |||
| “The Cough You Can’t Get Rid Of” with Riley Taylor | 22 Apr 2025 | 00:51:42 | |
Riley Taylor first joined us On the Porch in 2022; he was the latest Boots and Hearts Showcase winner, he was on the precipice of releasing his first single, and he didn’t have a website. We kicked off the latest episode with how far Riley has come since then. He was coming to us live from a hotel room, as he toured across Ontario with Kip Moore. His debut album Story To Tell is out everywhere now. If you’re listening to Riley for the first time, he recommends “Fucked Up”, “Hometowns” and “Off The Liquor”. Riley will be heading out on the “Hometowns” tour this May We talked about all of this - and more, on the latest episode of On The Porch with Front Porch Music. Follow Riley Taylor on Instagram and TikTok. We’re so excited to bring back Season 4 of On The Porch with Front Porch Music. If you liked this episode, please rate, review and subscribe … It's the easiest way to support our show. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join us On The Front Porch, every other Tuesday. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is produced by Jason Saunders. The theme song for this podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling. | |||
| Go Hockey! with Nashville Based Country Artist Melissa Livingstone | 08 Apr 2025 | 00:48:51 | |
On this week’s episode of On The Porch, we’re hanging out with Canadian country artist Melissa Livingstone, and let’s just say—this conversation is as fun as it is heartwarming. Melissa joins us from Nashville, but her roots run deep in the small town of Ucluelet, BC (which she kindly teaches us how to pronounce). Geography isn’t exactly our strong suit, but we get there... eventually. We chat about her journey from coastal Canada to the heart of country music, her early influences—including her mom teaching her to play piano—and the moment she knew music was the path she had to follow. RELATED: Melissa is one of our artists to watch for this year. See the rest of the list ... Melissa shares her hard-earned wisdom from playing in the bars on Broadway, and gives honest, helpful advice for anyone thinking about making the big move to Nashville. Spoiler: it’s okay to not go out every single night—rest is part of the grind, too. We also dive into her catalogue of music, doing a little vibe check on how each release reflected where she was at in life and in her artistry. Whether you're a fan of Canadian country, dreaming of Nashville, or just here for some good porch talk—this episode has a little something for everyone. We’re so excited to bring back Season 4 of On The Porch with Front Porch Music. If you liked this episode, please rate, review and subscribe … It's the easiest way to support our show. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join us On The Front Porch, every other Tuesday. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is produced by Jason Saunders. The theme song for this podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling. | |||
| "You Can't Be Smart Everyday" with Taylor-Rae | 25 Mar 2025 | 00:52:39 | |
We invited Taylor-Rae back to the podcast - it’s been four years since we first chatted with her On The Porch! It’s safe to say a lot has changed since then. Taylor-Rae has since released her EP titled Honest and started working on a brand new project that will be out this spring. She’s won BCCMA Awards for Female Artist of the Year and Song of the Year (If This Is Love). She also made her CMA Fest debut in 2024. Taylor-Rae also made some “Alberta Plan” with tour stops in Calgary and Edmonton in February, where she brought along friend, Antonio Larosa. Her latest single “Bittersweet”, written with Lydia Sutherland, Aaron Pollock and David Evans, is about cutting off a relationship when it’s time and not dragging things out longer than necessary. Taylor-Rae’s “Bittersweet” – The Breakup Anthem You Need to Hear … We talked about all of this - and more, on the latest episode of On The Porch with Front Porch Music.
We’re so excited to bring back Season 4 of On The Porch with Front Porch Music. If you liked this episode, please rate, review and subscribe … It’s the easiest way to support our show. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join us On The Front Porch, every other Tuesday. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is produced by Jason Saunders. The theme song for this podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling. | |||
| Just Getting Started After Playing At The Zach Bryan Quittin' Time Tour with Lucas Mason | 11 Mar 2025 | 01:02:13 | |
Lucas Mason grew up in a musical household - so much so that his brother is part of his band. It wasn’t until he was bound and determined to get on stage with Zach Bryan, and it actually happening, that he began to crave a career performing. Lucas released his debut EP in January titled Almost 18, where he dives into the feelings and frustrations of being, well, 18. It all started when Lucas went viral on TikTok for his performance at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto with Zach Bryan on the Quittin’ Time tour. In 2024, he wrote his first songs, played his first live shows, including the North of Nowhere Music Festival, and released his first EP. RELATED: Lucas is one of our Artists to Watch in 2025 … Our chat with Lucas was a reminder of just how long ago high school was for our entire team (sigh). Now, Lucas is working on more music and has released his brand new single “Messed Up Kid”.
On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is produced by Jason Saunders.
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| What are you chasing? With Kyle McKearney | 25 Feb 2025 | 00:38:48 | |
We sat down with Kyle McKearney to talk about his journey through the alternative country music scene, from growing up in Northern British Columbia to making waves in Nashville and beyond. Kyle shared how his early musical influences, including his family band, shaped his sound and led him to where he is today. He opened up about his evolution as an artist—moving from rock to Americana and country—and why creating music for personal joy has become his focus. Kyle also reflected on Calgary’s supportive music community and the special bond he shares with his wife, Sarah, who is a key collaborator in his career. We got into his recent career milestones, including his music being featured on Heartland and winning Alternative Country Album of the Year at the CCMAs. He also talked about the highs and lows of songwriting, the creative process, and the balancing act between family life and touring. Oh, and did you know Kyle has a passion for construction and renovation? Turns out, music isn’t the only thing he builds. You can follow Kyle McKearney on Instagram, and Facebook. We’re so excited to bring back Season 4 of On The Porch with Front Porch Music. If you liked this episode, please rate, review and subscribe … It's the easiest way to support our show. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join us On The Front Porch, every other Tuesday. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is produced by Jason Saunders. The theme song for this podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling. | |||
| "Have you ever even been to Canada ?” with Jess Moskaluke | 11 Feb 2025 | 00:52:06 | |
We spent release day with Jess Moskaluke as she celebrated her first single in over a year. Jess recently released her single “Life For Me”; a creative departure that remains true to her evolved sound. She mentioned how “Life For Me” is if her 2020 single “Map Dot” had a cool older sister. We also talked about how “Map Dot” connected with so many people across Canada - whether they were from small map dot towns, or had some small town that was special for them. We talked about Jess’ “eras”, and what that means for her. She’s been releasing music for a long time, and for her, it’s about her own evolution, the things she’s experienced, and being true to herself - no matter the era. For her - that’s pretty important too. She’s received criticism over the years for not being country enough and being too Nashville. We also touched on her venture into the business side and management. After over a decade in the business, she’s got a lot of experience under her belt and has decided to share that with some emerging artists she’s working with.
We’re so excited to bring back Season 4 of On The Porch with Front Porch Music. If you liked this episode, please rate, review and subscribe … It's the easiest way to support our show. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join us On The Front Porch, every other Tuesday. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is produced by Jason Saunders. The theme song for this podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling. | |||
| On The Porch at the 2025 CCMAs with Jess Moskaluke, Tim and the Glory Boys, Alexandra Kay, Dallas Smith, and more! | 07 Oct 2025 | 00:57:22 | |
Every year, the Front Porch team packs up and takes off for the CCMA Awards. This year, we landed in Kelowna, which gave us mountains, wineries, and of course, Country Music Week. This year, we were extra excited to take part as first time nominees. That's right, On The Porch with Front Porch Music was nominated for a CCMA award for Country Music Program, Special, or Digital Feature of the Year. We were "On The Porch" at Country Music Week for Content Row, where we get to connect with top artists in Canada. We connected with so many of our favourites during our time at Content Row, including Noeline Hofmann, Meghan Patrick, Zach McPhee, Matt Lang, Dan Davidson, and so many more. Catch this episode of short interviews with all of your Canadian country favourites now! We’re so excited to bring back Season 4 of On The Porch with Front Porch Music. If you liked this episode, please rate, review and subscribe … It's the easiest way to support our show. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join us On The Front Porch, every other Tuesday. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is produced by Jason Saunders. The theme song for this podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling. | |||
| All PR Is Good PR with Alli Walker | 28 Jan 2025 | 01:00:02 | |
We’re thrilled to welcome back country artist Alli Walker for her second visit to On The Porch with Front Porch Music! Since her first appearance, Alli has been on an incredible journey that’s nothing short of inspiring. RELATED: The last time Alli joined us On The Porch she talked to us about going viral on TikTok ... In this episode, Alli opens up about her big move to Nashville and how it’s transformed her career. From signing a recording and publishing deal to writing with some of the biggest songwriters and artists in the industry, Alli shares the highs, the challenges, and the lessons learned along the way. Her viral bagpipe performance on Whiskey’s Gone took the internet by storm, and she made headlines performing alongside Shania Twain at the Churchill Park Music Festival. Alli also reflects on the importance of showing up, building a supportive team, and finally receiving validation as a songwriter—a moment that has fuelled her passion for creating even more music. RELATED: See the moment Alli was invited on stage with Shania Twain ... This episode is filled with stories, insights, and a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to move the needle in the music industry. You're gonna love this one! Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join us On The Front Porch, every other Tuesday. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is produced by Jason Saunders. The theme song for this podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling. | |||
| Leave Room For Magic with Parker Graye | 14 Jan 2025 | 00:53:59 | |
Parker Graye first joined us “On the Porch” for Season 1 Episode 4, in 2022. Since then, Parker has solidified herself as an emerging talent in Canadian country music. She’s played Boots and Hearts, earned a Top 40 with her single “Good at Gettin’ Gone”, and participated as a semi-finalist in SiriusXM’s Top of the Country competition. In March 2024, Parker released her debut EP, Lyin’ to Me, which earned her top slots on DSP playlist and her first billboard at Yonge and Dundas Square with Amazon Music. At the 2024 CCMAs, Parker was a featured artist on the CCMA Songwriters Unplugged sessions. We recapped these big milestones with Parker in our latest conversation. We also talked about her transition to Nashville, building her circle, and evolving as a songwriter. Parker has some big goals for the next year - but one thing is certain, she’s ‘leaving room for the magic’. Parker’s current single “Halfway” has surpassed over 1.1 million streams in just four months across streaming platforms. | |||
| “We’re Old Dudes In This Genre As New Artists” with Tim Neufeld of Tim and the Glory Boys | 29 Oct 2024 | 00:49:44 | |
Tim and the Glory Boys have had quite a busy year - especially the last few weeks, as they’ve been on the West Coast leg of their “Canoegrass” tour Tim Neufeld, band founder and lead singer, joined us for our season three finale (another season finale….crazy), and we had such a great time sitting down with him. Tim and The Glory Boys have won multiple Juno Awards and CCMA Awards, including for their debut self-titled album. Tim talked about his own path over the years, having musicians as parents, and his other band “Starfield”, which he started with his brother. Also - Tim and the Glory Boys were once called “Tim Neufeld and the Hallelujah Glory Boys”! It was just a little bit long if they wanted to be on the radio. Tim and the Glory Boys have a new single coming….very soon! They’re also bringing the Canoegrass tour to the East side of Canada in 2025! Connect with Tim and the Glory Boys on Instagram, Facebook, and Youtube. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join us On The Front Porch, every other Tuesday. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is produced by Jason Saunders. The theme song for this podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling. | |||
| “I Was In Therapy Before I Got Dropped” with Lydia Sutherland | 15 Oct 2024 | 00:39:55 | |
Lydia Sutherland has had a whirlwind year - or a few, to say the least. This year, she released her EP pretty girls don’t cry, has written with some her favourite songwriters - and got dropped from her first major record deal. Lydia reached out prior to the release of her latest single “Nashville, Nashville” to talk about her year. In the best place she’s ever been mentally, with a healthy routine, writing the best songs she’s written, losing her record deal turned out to be something she needed. We talked about the lessons she’s learned through this journey, the investment in her mental health, and what she has in store as she continues to make her way as a songwriter. Connect with Lydia on Instagram and TikTok. Thanks so much for coming back for Season 2 of On The Porch with Front Porch Music. If you liked it, please rate, review and subscribe … It's the easiest way to support our show. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join us On The Front Porch, every other Tuesday. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is produced by Jason Saunders. The theme song for this podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling. | |||
| On The Porch Goes To The CCMA Awards with Owen Riegling, Gord Bamford, Carolyn Dawn Johnson, and More! | 01 Oct 2024 | 00:48:06 | |
This week's episode of "On The Porch with Front Porch Music" takes you behind the scenes at the Canadian Country Music Association (CCMA) Awards in Edmonton. While there, we had the opportunity to connect with some of the brightest stars in Canadian country music at Content Row. RELATED: Catch a recap of the awards show and see a full list of the winners ... We hit the ground running at Content Row ... The bustling hub where artists and media outlets from across the country get the chance to catch up. This unique setting provided us with the perfect opportunity to have quick conversations with all of Canada's top talent. In this episode we catch up with artists like:
Tune in to hear exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes stories, and personal moments with these incredible artists. From nominees to presenters and performers, we've got insights and conversations you won't want to miss. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join us On The Front Porch. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is produced by Jason Saunders. The theme song for this podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling. | |||
| Plane Panic and Corgi Butts with Sarah Vanderzon | 17 Sep 2024 | 00:38:31 | |
Sarah Vanderzon grew up south of Montreal, Quebec. Blending her influences and style, Sarah’s sound infuses folk, pop, and country music. | |||
| ✨ Les Bottes Yeehaw ✨ AKA French Cowboy Boots with Country Artist Trudy | 03 Sep 2024 | 00:39:54 | |
n this episode of On The Porch with Front Porch Music, we take a virtual trip to Quebec to have a chat with Canadian country artist Trudy. Trudy has had an incredible year, becoming a finalist in the SiriusXM Top of the Country competition. Her journey with SiriusXM has taken her to some of the biggest stages, including a showcase at Nashville’s CMA Fest, a performance at LASSO in Montreal, and an upcoming appearance at the CCMA’s Country Music Week in Edmonton. Trudy shares her experiences as an independent artist after her time with a major label, offering insight into the challenges and rewards of navigating the industry on her own terms. She also opens up about her unique journey through reality TV, having competed on The Voice France. And for those planning a trip to Quebec, Trudy helps us translate some essential French country slang that you won’t want to miss. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join us On The Front Porch. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is produced by Jason Saunders. The theme song for this podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling. | |||
| Live From Boots and Hearts Music Festival, The Emerging Artist Showcase, And More! | 20 Aug 2024 | 00:34:43 | |
Another August has almost passed, and the Front Porch team has wrapped up another incredible weekend at Boots and Hearts 2024. This year, Lily took charge, connecting with many of the artists who graced the stage and handling all our social media content. Lily got Alee to rank her own music (a tough ask, like picking a favourite child!), while Shantaia shared her experiences of singing in a hockey arena. The Hunter Brothers had us laughing as they confessed the “Golden Rules” they can’t seem to follow. Nate Haller talked about everything from camping to life on the road, and Dayna Reid revealed one of the weirdest jobs she’s ever had. We also caught up with Brian John Harwood, Alexa Goldie, Kalsey Kulyk, and more, making this year’s Boots and Hearts another one for the books. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join us On The Front Porch, every other Tuesday. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is produced by Jason Saunders. The theme song for this podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling. | |||
| BONUS: Digging Into The Data With Dr. Jada Watson | 14 Aug 2024 | 01:04:53 | |
Dr. Jada Watson spent her childhood taping the Country radio countdowns so she could listen and teach herself to play them on the piano. | |||
| A Front Row Seat To The First North Of Nowhere Festival | 06 Aug 2024 | 00:40:25 | |
The first official North of Nowhere Music Festival has come and gone. Hosted in Lindsay, Ontario, North of Nowhere was headlined by Owen Riegling to close out the two-day festival. Friday of the festival included an Emerging Artist Showcase, with two winners announced at the finale on Saturday. Steven James Porter and Haley McNeill shared the title for the first contest Friday night capped off with Ty Baynton. Lily had a chance to catch up with Mackenzie Leigh Meyer, Riley Taylor, Owen Riegling, Paige Rutledge, and Alexa Goldie. Spoiler: a few of these folks have brand new music coming very soon! North Of Nowhere Music Festival was home to country music fans alike - the 2025 festival is already announced for July 18 and 19. See you there! Instagram - @northofnowhere_musicfestival Facebook - North of Nowhere Music Festival TikTok - @northofnowhere.mf Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join us On The Front Porch. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is produced by Jason Saunders. The theme song for this podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling. | |||
| One For The Memories (not just Boots & Hearts) with Annika Catharina | 23 Sep 2025 | 00:44:16 | |
Annika Catharina's family background influenced her love for performance. Growing up in a family that was partial to music, theatre, and the arts, she herself was also a dancer. Theatre and live performance is what actually helped her to overcome shyness, something she still manages to this day. Speaking of the big stage, Annika has had quite the year. She was a semi-finalist in SiriusXM's Top of the Country competition, and also a semi-finalist in this year's Emerging Artist Showcase at Boots and Hearts Music Festival. Her single "Love and Hate" is at radio now, was just featured as Bell's iHeartFutureStar, and is currently Rogers One To Watch. The single is her first Top 50 at Canadian country radio. With lots more music on the way, her latest single "Under Covers" is out now! Follow Annika Catharina on Instagram and TikTok. We’re so excited to bring back Season 4 of On The Porch with Front Porch Music. If you liked this episode, please rate, review and subscribe … It's the easiest way to support our show. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join us On The Front Porch, every other Tuesday. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is produced by Jason Saunders. The theme song for this podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling. | |||
| Canada's Dream Angel Cowboy Robert Adam | 23 Jul 2024 | 01:03:40 | |
In this episode of On The Porch with Front Porch Music, we sit down with Calgary’s own “Dream Angel Cowboy,” Robert Adam. Discover how Robert’s fashion sense—he makes many of his own clothes—plays a pivotal role in his music and personal brand. Hear about his battle with a vocal disorder and how he overcame it to become the trailblazing artist he is today. This episode is packed with standout moments, including Logan and Jenna’s reactions to Robert’s new song and a fun discussion about the viral trend of Toad from Super Mario Bros singing popular songs. Tune in for an engaging and candid conversation with Robert Adam. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join us On The Front Porch. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is produced by Jason Saunders. The theme song for this podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling. | |||
| The Salt Water Cowboy with Ben Chase | 09 Jul 2024 | 00:45:30 | |
Ben Chase gambled on his career from a young age - literally. Growing up with Ben Chase gambled on his career from a young age - literally. Growing up with his grandfather’s influence and support of his family, the East Coaster packed his hockey bag at eighteen bound for the land of Canadian cowboys. Working on what would become the first half of his debut album, gigging around the Prairies, and hitting the jackpot at the casino, Ben earned his stage legs. Three years in Alberta, and Ben was off to Nashville to surround himself with the best in the business. Ben’s debut album “That Was Then, This Is Now” was released earlier this year, featuring streaming successes like “All Over It” (his first single release ever), “In My Truck Girl” and “Saltwater Cowboy”. We talked about Ben’s evolution as an artist over the course of the 20-song album. We also talked about what’s to come. Ben just played Cavendish Beach Music Festival and made a special appearance at the Calgary Stampede. His latest single “Somebody’s Summer” is out now - with a brand new single right around the corner! Listen to the episode to find out what that song will be! Follow Ben Chase on Socials! Facebook - Ben Chase TikTok - @thebenchase Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join us On The Front Porch. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is produced by Jason Saunders. The theme song for this podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling. | |||
| On The Voice ... and On the Porch, with Quebec's Allison Daniels | 25 Jun 2024 | 00:30:41 | |
Allison Daniels has been a working musician since she can remember. Competing in talent shows, leaning on her sister, and competing on La Voix are just a few things we dove into during our conversation. Now signed to 604 Records, we talked with Allison about her dream of being a singer, being not quite sure how to achieve this, and her dreams becoming a reality. Spending lots of time writing and developing her sound, Allison wanted her music to truly reflect her. The influences of blues, rock, and traditional country were important to capture as she created her first body of work. Her single “We Both Know” earned Allison Bell Radio’s iHeartRadio Future Star along with Stingray Music’s “Trending Track”, along with her first Top 40 single at Canadian country radio. Allison’s newest single, “You Can’t Buy Me” is available everywhere now!
Instagram - @allisondanielsmusic Facebook - Allison Daniels Country TikTok - @allisondanielstiktok
Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join us On The Front Porch. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is produced by Jason Saunders. The theme song for this podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling. Listen To Some Of Our Favourite Episodes Of On The Porch with Front Porch Music Catch up on any episode of our podcast you haven’t heard yet!! We’ve talked to some amazing artists and you’ll get to know them better than ever before. | |||
| A Backstage Pass to Ontario's Country Music Week: CMAOntario Awards | 10 Jun 2024 | 00:16:31 | |
The 2024 CMAOntario awards have come and gone for another year and it was another one for the books. The CMAOntario awards weekend brings artists and industry together annually to celebrate country music made right at home in Ontario. RELATED: Catch the full list of winners and nominees for the 2024 CMAOntario Awards ... Our intern Lily took to the media space back stage at the awards show to chat with performers and winners throughout the evening endeavours. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join us On The Front Porch. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is produced by Jason Saunders. The theme song for this podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling. | |||
| Leavin’ Em Wanting More with Dawson Gray | 28 May 2024 | 00:51:00 | |
Dawson Gray wasn’t always set on a music career ... | |||
| Set Your Soul On Fire with Female Country Artist Mariya Stokes | 14 May 2024 | 00:45:49 | |
Mariya Stokes is a two-time Country Music Alberta award winner for Horizon Female Artist, currently based out of Calgary, Alberta. Mariya is a 2024 SiriusXM Top of the Country semi-finalist where she recorded and debuted a brand new song “One of Em”. We sat down On the Porch with Mariya to talk about her small-town of Stavely, musically influenced upbringing, her killer style, and more. RELATED: Get to know Mariya Stokes in our Women in Canadian Country Spotlight ... We also talked about the privilege of having people listen to your music - in fact, Mariya made a great point, and perhaps a life lesson to many. “I’m not entitled to attention”. It was an interesting perspective. Mariya recently channeled her inner June Carter on tour with Folsom Prison Revisited. She released her brand new single “You Want Me” earlier this year, her first music in a few years. Follow Mariya Stokes on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join us On The Front Porch. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is produced by Jason Saunders. The theme song for this podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling. | |||
| Celebrate The Moments with Nice Horse | 30 Apr 2024 | 00:45:00 | |
This week on the podcast we have the busiest touring band that we are aware of in Canada ... the country duo Nice Horse. | |||
| A Weather Report and a French Lesson with Quebec's Matt Lang | 16 Apr 2024 | 00:36:44 | |
This week on the podcast we take a virtual trip to Quebec to have a chat with country artist Matt Lang. | |||
| Waitin’ All Day for a Line Dance with Aaron Goodvin | 02 Apr 2024 | 00:49:33 | |
Aaron Goodvin’s latest single “Written All Over It” is his first release of 2024. We had Aaron “On The Porch” to dive into his career so far.
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| Far From Perfect with Madonna's Cousin, Amy Hef | 19 Mar 2024 | 00:38:55 | |
Amy Hef is a pop-rock turned country artist based in Calgary, Alberta, however we learned this episode, she’s originally from Saskatchewan!
On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is produced by Jason Saunders.
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| On The Porch Goes to LASSO with Tucker Wetmore, Madeline Merlo, Jack Wharff Band & more! | 09 Sep 2025 | 00:31:50 | |
This week on On The Porch with Front Porch Music, we’re taking you with us to Montréal! We packed up the porch and headed to Parc Jean-Drapeau for LASSO Music Festival — one of the biggest country music events in Canada ... and it did not disappoint. From the heat to the high vibes (and Jenna’s attempt at French…), it was a weekend full of incredible music, great conversations, and unforgettable moments. In this special festival episode, we’re bringing you quick chats and fun clips with some of the artists who made LASSO so special, including:
If you couldn’t make it to Montréal, don’t worry ... we’ve got you covered. Grab a drink, pretend you’re sitting riverside with us on the island, and enjoy our LASSO Music Festival edition of On The Porch. | |||
| A Boat’s Only As Good As Its Deckhand with Tony Stevens | 05 Mar 2024 | 00:50:40 | |
This week on the podcast, we’re joined by British Columbia emerging artist, Tony Stevens. Pull up a chair and join us on the porch as Tony takes us through his journey so far. From his early days influenced by classic sounds to his chart-climbing single, “Whiskey In Colorado.” We also dive into the story behind his unique “Deckhand” merch and how a life-changing experience brought him back to music. This episode is full of laughter, inspiration, and a whole lot of fun. Tony’s current single “Whiskey In Colorado” is Rogers Radio’s One To Watch feature. He is also a semi-finalist in SiriusXM’s Top Of The Country contest. Connect with Tony Stevens on Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join us On The Front Porch. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is produced by Jason Saunders. The theme song for this podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling. | |||
| "I Hung Up On Aaron Pritchett" with Zach McPhee | 20 Feb 2024 | 00:42:28 | |
Zach McPhee grew up in Kelowna, British Columbia with his eyes set on a career in hockey. He grew up in a musically inclined family, with both parents and his brother playing guitar, piano and singing. This was easily passed along to Zach. He first started singing as therapy for a speech impediment. Teammates from his hockey team happened to notice he was pretty good, created a YouTube account and started posting videos of him singing.
Connect with Zach McPhee on Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook.
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| Not A Podcast About Books with Brittany Kennell | 06 Feb 2024 | 00:48:46 | |
This week on the podcast we have Brittany Kennell join us. With Jenna and Brittany being both avid book readers, this episode could have easily become a book podcast. But don't worry ... We still got to know Brittany and talk a lot about her journey as a country artist. From her time touring with Ariel Posen, to being the first Canadian on NBCs The Voice, to her decision to move back to Canada after living in Nashville, we talk about a lot in this episode. Enjoy our chat with Brittany Kennell. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join us On The Front Porch. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is produced by Jason Saunders. The theme song for this podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling | |||
| “Well, are you going to quit?” With Meghan Patrick | 23 Jan 2024 | 00:50:43 | |
Meghan Patrick is an 18x CMA Ontario winner and back-to-back CCMA Female Artist Of The Year. She made her Grand Ole Opry debut and released her latest EP Greatest Show On Dirt in 2023. Her latest single “The Other Side of 25” was just released this past Friday.
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| A Funny Little French Market with Dan Davidson | 09 Jan 2024 | 00:42:03 | |
Welcome back to another season of On The Porch with Front Porch Music. We’re so excited to be back with a third season! | |||
| Overcoming Shyness, Default, And His Fourth Album with Dallas Smith | 31 Oct 2023 | 00:43:52 | |
Somehow we blinked and we’re at the season finale for Season 2 of On The Porch with Front Porch Music. | |||
| John Mayer and Oscar Mayer Wiener's Love Child with Mackenzie Leigh Meyer | 17 Oct 2023 | 00:53:29 | |
This week on the podcast we are joined by CMAOntario Roots Artist Of The Year ,country-roots artist Mackenzie Leigh Meyer. She shares her journey from humble beginnings playing in dive bars to winning Roots Artist of the Year, and joining a tour with Shania Twain. ]She calls herself the Divebar Diva. It all stems from playing small, run-down bars. She tells us stories about it, including a night with three bar fights! RELATED: Mackenzie is our women in country artist of the month spotlight for October ... Discover Mackenzie's unique satirical country music style with hits like "Dial Tone" and "Barbie Doll." Learn about her collaborations with producer Jeff Dales and her thoughts on topics like toxic masculinity and self-teaching guitar. Don't miss her funny music video ideas for the upcoming single, "House Husband." This episode is a must-listen for country music fans, filled with inspiration and laughter. | |||
| An All-Access Pass to Country Music Week: CCMA Recap | 03 Oct 2023 | 00:31:09 | |
This week On The Porch we take you to the heart of Country Music week at the CCMA Awards in Hamilton. Every year, country artists from across Canada and straight from Nashville gather to celebrate the best in country music. In this special episode, we take you to the Red Carpet and Content Row to capture live interviews from some of Canada's most celebrated country artists. We speak to some of the most accomplished artists in Canada. Some of the artists you're going to hear from are: Carolyn Dawn Johnson, Gord Bamford, Hailey Benedict, Jojo Mason, Hunter Brothers, Jason McCoy, Alicia McCarvell, Julie Kennedy, Madeline Merlo, Tenille Townes, Kyle McKearney, and more. Hear their candid conversations, exclusive insights, and the emotions that drive their passion for country music. | |||
| Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s First Cousin with Noah Derksen | 19 Sep 2023 | 00:49:13 | |
This week, we have the incredibly talented country/folk artist Noah Derksen join us for a great episode of our podcast. Despite some technical difficulties with the Internet, we had such a great time getting to know Noah. While Noah is newer to the country music scene, he has established himself really well as a Folk artist. He has played for audiences across the globe and now getting attention in the world of country music. He came to our attention as one of the finalists in the Top of the Country contest. In this episode, we take you behind the scenes of Noah's fascinating musical journey. From the intricacies of country music to his unique background in cognitive neuroscience, Noah shares the captivating story of how he found his way into the heart of the country music scene. We also ask him about a peculiar detail in his Spotify bio ... you won't want to miss it. | |||
| Spooky Season, Supporting Indie Artists and Shades of Purple with Nicole Rayy | 05 Sep 2023 | 00:46:05 | |
Nicole Rayy has become one of the most notable independent artists in Ontario. She is well known for her music, her activism, a strong support of independent artists, and the colour purple. | |||
| From Six Strings To The Big Stage with Cottage Springs with Mac Rumbolt | 26 Aug 2025 | 00:37:04 | |
This week On The Porch, we’re joined by Mac Rumbolt. Mac is the winner of the Cottage Springs Country Rising contest, where he took home the grand prize of $10,000, and an artist development package with Starseed Entertainment. Mac comes from small-town Nova Scotia, where he learned to play guitar at just five years old. Unsure of how a career in music may unfold, he initially headed to Alberta for an apprenticeship as a Harley Davidson mechanic. One drive by shooting and a leg amputation later, Mac found himself back at home working in behavioural health. Unable to play sports anymore, Mac turned back to his guitar and writing music, a place of comfort while he rehabbed his injuries. A Facebook ad and a dream later, Mac applied for the Country Rising contest and found himself the winner. This summer, he opened for the Reklaws in Windsor, along with their back to back sold out shows at the legendary Kee To Bala. We can’t wait to see what’s next from Mac, including a single release in the near future! We’re so excited to bring back Season 4 of On The Porch with Front Porch Music. If you liked this episode, please rate, review and subscribe … It's the easiest way to support our show. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join us On The Front Porch, every other Tuesday. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is produced by Jason Saunders. The theme song for this podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling. | |||
| LIVE From Boots & Hearts Music Festival, The Emerging Artist Showcase, And More! | 22 Aug 2023 | 00:45:06 | |
Another August has almost passed which means the Front Porch team has been at Boots and Hearts for another weekend of country music. Jenna, Stage Manager Meg, and our intern Carolyn spent the weekend connecting with many of the artists who took the stage, including some of our Canadian country favourites. We connected with many of the Emerging Artist contestants after their big night, including the 2023 Emerging Artist Showcase winner, Shantaia! We also chatted with Tim Hicks, who headlined Thursday night’s kickoff party and gave some sound advice for the emerging artists. He also filmed a music video for his latest single “Yee to the Haw” right in the campgrounds that day! We chatted with Graham Scott Fleming, Dan Davidson, Alli Walker, Teigen Gayse and more! | |||
| Serenading Bachelor Nation with Griffen Palmer | 08 Aug 2023 | 00:41:38 | |
This week on the pod we have an artist that has been making waves over the past year. Griffen Palmer has been one of the most talked about artists of 2023, and there’s no sign of things slowing down. Griffen has been everywhere, and we’re here for it. Griffen first came on to our radar when he appeared on NBCs Songland and his song “Second Guessing” ended up being chosen to be recorded by Florida Georgia Line. From there the rest has been history … He signed a recording contract with Big Loud records, appeared on The Bachelor to sing to the couple while on a date, and has been releasing songs and growing his audience. RELATED: Griffen Palmer makes national TV appearance and performs on The Bachelor … We wanted to get to know Griffen. So we had him walk us through his journey so far. From growing up in Pickering, Ontario, to moving to Ohio to play Rugby in University, to appearing on two International TV shows. We talk about it all. So be sure to check out our conversation with Griffen Palmer | |||
| The Importance of the Hang with Andrew Hyatt | 25 Jul 2023 | 00:51:02 | |
This week, we're back with another episode of On The Porch with Front Porch Music. This week's guest is none other than Andrew Hyatt. The last few years have been nothing short of a whirlwind for Andrew. He has achieved tens of millions of streams and video views, securing Top 10 spots on major market stations, and receiving nominations from organizations like the Canadian Country Music Association and Country Music Association of Ontario. His talent and dedication was further recognized with the prestigious "Top of the Country" title from Sirius XM. Needless to say we had a lot to talk about ... As a strong advocate for mental health, Andrew shared some vulnerable moments and some of his strategies to get through the day-to-day struggles that often come with being a creative individual. We loved getting to know him. He joined us from his car and pulled over on the side of the road to chat. So please enjoy or chat with Andrew Hyatt. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join us On The Front Porch, every other Tuesday. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is produced by Jason Saunders. | |||
| Tricky Bitch, Litty Titty and Logan with Shantaia | 11 Jul 2023 | 00:42:40 | |
Shantaia was recently announced as a semi-finalist for the 2023 Boots and Hearts Emerging Artist Showcase, played her first official Calgary Stampede, and collected a win at the 2023 SCMA Awards for Female Artist of the Year.
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