s1.3 Post-Fame Plus July 3, 2025 00:19:54In episode three of the summer series 'Post-Fame Plus', hosts Alexi and her dad Glen discuss their music exchange challenge. Alexi shares her personal favorite song 'Why Is It Light Out?' by The Kilans, detailing its deep emotional connection to a trip in Europe and its link to her current boyfriend. Glen reciprocates with the album 'Talker' by Wilderado, emphasizing its cohesive indie rock appeal. They also touch on nostalgic challenges with music formats and hint at new music discoveries, including a recommendation for Canadian artist Noah Derksen.The Kilans - “Why Is It Light Out?” (song)(https://open.spotify.com/track/5gv1den7j8J3py14QjSDAP?si=bb9331d876d2450f)band website: https://thekilans.com/Wilderado - “Talker” (album) (https://open.spotify.com/album/1CPOzsnaDG487fMP34wKW3?si=y5JSzxvnQlS7YS2dpmTZyQ)band website: https://www.wilderado.co/hosts: Glen Erickson, Alexi EricksonAFE website: https://www.almostfamousenough.comAFE instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostfamousenoughAlmost Famous Enough Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1o1PRD2X0i3Otmpn8vi2zP?si=1ece497360564480Chapters00:00 Introduction and Series Overview00:44 Song Exchange Format Explained01:20 Lexi's Song Choice: Backstory and Significance02:15 The Song That Captured a Trip04:34 Revealing the Song: 'Why Is It Light Out?'05:30 Protecting Special Songs and Memories10:09 Album Discussion: Wilderado's 'Talker'17:32 Upcoming Music Events and Recommendations
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s1.2 Post-Fame Plus
s1.2 Post-Fame Plus June 26, 2025 00:23:05In this second bonus episode of "Post-Fame Plus," hosts Glen Erickson and Alexi Erickson share their music discoveries and personal memories associated with them. Glen introduces Purity Ring's new single 'Many Lives,' reminiscing about a memorable daddy-daughter concert night in 2016. Alexi dives into Backseat Lovers' album 'Waiting to Spill,' discussing its impact on her musical evolution and its timeless appeal. They also touch on other related artists like Joe P and Dell Water Gap.Purity Ring - “many lives” (song)(https://open.spotify.com/track/0m7IhMn1LE5oyrGju7KqtY?si=c64d582a5df8416e*)*band website: https://purityringthing.com/Backseat Lovers - “Waiting To Spill” (album) (https://open.spotify.com/album/2Gb2plO2TkNRIgoCuJGm7C?si=z4zrZ_mATyCX8aclE2Zsxw*)*band website: https://www.thebackseatlovers.com/hosts: Glen Erickson, Alexi EricksonAFE website: https://www.almostfamousenough.comAFE instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostfamousenoughAlmost Famous Enough Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1o1PRD2X0i3Otmpn8vi2zP?si=1ece497360564480Chapters00:00 Introduction to Post Fame Plus01:11 Glen's Song Pick: Many Lives by Purity Ring02:49 Purity Ring Concert Memories05:35 Glen's Love for Electronic Music09:56 Alexi's Album Pick: Waiting to Spill by Backseat Lovers12:05 The Impact of Waiting to Spill18:07 The Importance of Listening to Full Albums22:36 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser
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s1.1 Post Fame Plus
s1.1 Post-Fame Plus June 19, 2025 00:26:00In this bonus episode series titled "Post-Fame Plus," hosts Glen Erickson and Alexi Erickson discuss their favorite music by taking turns exchanging a full album for a song. Alexi highlights a song by The Backfires called 'Dressed for a Funeral', while Glen chooses an album by The War on Drugs titled 'Lost in the Dream.' Alexi describes her song as punchy indie rock, while Glen shares a personal story about how his album helped him through a challenging hospitalization. The episode is part of a four-part series where they exchange music recommendations while preparing for season two of 'Almost Famous Enough.’The Backfires - “Dressed For A Funeral” (song)(https://open.spotify.com/track/3SNSOPwLKL7B2FrpC37wbT?si=e80a0eb8cd6d41e8)band website: https://thebackfires.com/The War on Drugs - “Lost in a Dream” (album) (https://open.spotify.com/album/51VxHZphGLsI7aUPqIkJaz?si=AobVbNeWRACTlXCSyY3W7A)“Under The Pressure” live - youtube (https://youtu.be/ByrKdwQMGYc?si=mENozLLyzW2QctuV)band website: https://www.thewarondrugs.net/hosts: Glen Erickson, Alexi Erickson AFE website: https://www.almostfamousenough.com AFE instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostfamousenough Almost Famous Enough Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1o1PRD2X0i3Otmpn8vi2zP?si=1ece497360564480Chapters 00:00 Welcome to Post Fame Plus00:37 Introducing the Series Concept01:19 Song vs. Album: The Format02:28 Alexi's Song Pick: The Backfires03:46 Describing 'Dressed for a Funeral'02:04 Glen's Album Pick: The War on Drugs12:12 The Story Behind 'Lost in the Dream'25:05 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser
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ep16 Jessica Lemmon is entertained
ep16 Jessica Lemmon is entertained released May 8, 2025 1:33:49Jessica Lemmon, CEO and founder of Lemmon Entertainment, shares her journey from being a music enthusiast in Edmonton to building a company and career in Toronto's music industry. Discussing the creation of the Lemmon Stage at Vans Warped Tour, her experience with Live Nation, and building Lemmon Entertainment, Jessica offers a raw look into the challenges, including mental health struggles and gender biases, as well as the triumphs of her career. Highlighting the importance of wellness in the music industry, Jess also introduces initiatives like Fit On Tour, and Music Day in Canada, aimed at fostering local music communities. Her story showcases resilience, strategic planning, and an unwavering commitment to supporting artists and redefining industry norms.Guest website: https://lemmonent.com/ Guest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lemmonent Guest personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jlemmon32hosts: Glen Erickson, Alexi Erickson Almost Famous Enough website: https://www.almostfamousenough.com AFE instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostfamousenough Almost Famous Enough Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1o1PRD2X0i3Otmpn8vi2zP?si=1ece497360564480Almost Famous Enough is a series of conversations centered around the music industry, pulling back the veil on what it really means to “make it”. Our podcast features guests who know the grind, who have lived the dream, or at the very least, chased the dream. Through these conversational biographies, truth and vulnerability provide more than a topical roadmap or compile some career advice; they can appeal to the dreamer in us all, with stories that can teach us, inspire us, and even reconcile us, and make us feel like we made a new friend along the way.00:00 Season One Finale Announcement00:47 Introduction02:55 Reconnecting with Jessica Lemmon04:18 Memories and Milestones06:11 Early Career Struggles11:13 Breaking into the Toronto Music Scene32:50 The Birth of Lemmon Stage36:50 Building Lemmon Entertainment45:12 Reflecting on Early Career and Dreams45:46 Achieving the Impossible46:21 Navigating the Music Industry47:20 Challenges and Failures47:35 Lemmon 2.0 and Pandemic Impact49:10 Mental Health Struggles53:20 Creating a Healthier Touring Culture57:38 Lemmon Foundation and Personal Growth01:08:03 Music Day in Canada and Future Plans01:17:45 Post-Fame with Alexi
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ep15 Arlo Maverick planting seeds
ep15 Arlo Maverick planting seeds released May 1, 2025 1:45:17Arlo Maverick, Edmonton-based MC and community builder, discusses his extensive career in hip hop, celebrating over 20 years in the industry. Beginning with his early inspirations and the formation of the group Politic Live, Marlon Wilson, aka Arlo Maverick, details his journey from regional recognition to national success. Glen Erickson engages with Marlon about his unique approach to music, including working with a live band and fostering a collective art creation environment. The conversation delves into Black Every Day and the ongoing racial barriers in the Canadian music industry, the systemic challenges, and the lack of infrastructure for Black musicians. Marlon also shares insights on the critical roles of mentorship and allyship in developing the music scene and challenges faced due to changing formats and radio station policies. Highlights include Marlon’s reflections on collaborations, the impact of support networks, and how aspiring artists can navigate their careers amidst systemic barriers.Guest website: https://arlomaverick.ca Guest Instagram: http://instagram.com/arlomaverick Guest Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/arlomaverickhosts: Glen Erickson, Alexi Erickson Almost Famous Enough website: https://www.almostfamousenough.com AFE instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostfamousenough Almost Famous Enough Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1o1PRD2X0i3Otmpn8vi2zP?si=1ece497360564480Almost Famous Enough is a series of conversations centered around the music industry, pulling back the veil on what it really means to “make it”. Our podcast features guests who know the grind, who have lived the dream, or at the very least, chased the dream. Through these conversational biographies, truth and vulnerability provide more than a topical roadmap or compile some career advice; they can appeal to the dreamer in us all, with stories that can teach us, inspire us, and even reconcile us, and make us feel like we made a new friend along the way.00:00 Introduction03:04 Arlo Maverick's Musical Journey and Style10:11 The Formation and Evolution of Politic Live18:41 Navigating the Canadian Hip Hop Scene25:49 Breaking Out: From Local to National Recognition33:41 The Evolution of Music Videos35:03 Transitioning Eras in Music36:26 The Solo Journey Begins37:38 Overcoming Doubts and Finding Success41:39 The Importance of Collaboration59:21 Addressing Racism and Privilege in Music01:11:08 Challenges in the Music Industry01:11:51 Funding Disparities and Genre Bias01:13:15 Gatekeeping and Systemic Issues01:16:21 Success Stories and Missed Opportunities01:21:07 The Role of Community and Representation01:34:14 Reflections and Future Directions01:38:50 Post-Fame with Alexi
Almost Famous Enough is a series of conversations centered around the music industry, pulling back the veil on what it really means to “make it”. Our podcast features guests who know the grind, who have lived the dream, or at the very least, chased the dream. Through these conversational biographies, truth and vulnerability provide more than a topical roadmap or compile some career advice; they can appeal to the dreamer in us all, with stories that can teach us, inspire us, and even reconcile us, and make us feel like we made a new friend along the way.
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