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 fe...
ep2 Grant Lawrence is my DJ release date: January 30, 2025 run time: 1:49:27In this episode, we sit down with Canadian music personality Grant Lawrence to explore his multifaceted career. Starting with an overview of his unique presence in the music industry, the conversation touches on his early days with the band The Smugglers, their impact in the '80s and '90s, and his transformative transition to a host at CBC Radio. We delve into the significance of Canadian indie music's booms in the '90s and 2000s, the creation of the CBC Radio 3 community, and its lasting influence on the Canadian music scene. Grant shares personal anecdotes from his career, including his serendipitous introduction to Dan Mangan and his views on the evolving role of curation in music. The discussion also covers Grant’s pivot to writing, including his successful book 'Adventures in Solitude', and how it helped forge a new chapter in his life. We also discuss his success in the literary community and the challenges of balancing his creative endeavors while being a dedicated father. Lastly, Grant highlights fresh new music talent like Cat Clyde, exemplifying his undying passion for music exploration.guest website: https://grantlawrence.ca/ guest youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0c97cgwbwOZbH96B5I6F4Q guest instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grantlawrencecbchosts: Glen Erickson, Alexi Erickson Almost Famous Enough website: https://www.almostfamousenough.com AFE instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostfamousenough00:00 Introduction and Greetings 01:15 Fashion and Canadian Culture 05:30 Music Career Beginnings 06:54 The Evolution of Friendships in Music 08:23 Family and Music Legacy 09:28 Technological Advances in Music Promotion 14:14 Transition to CBC Radio 19:05 Navigating the Music Industry 25:03 The Boom and Bust of Indie Music 28:59 The Rise of CBC Radio 3 34:30 Building a Community Through Radio 42:27 Innovative Ideas from Sports Radio 44:34 Ken's Influence and the Canadiana Connection 46:07 The Infamous Christmas Party and Dan Mangan's Breakthrough 51:19 Building an Indie Community Across Canada 56:59 The Radio 3 Era and Its Impact 01:04:24 Transition to Writing and Adventures in Solitude 01:17:30 Balancing Family Life and Artistic Pursuits 01:23:48 Final Thoughts and New Discoveries
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ep1 Dan Mangan is still nice
In this episode, renowned recording artist Dan Mangan provides an intimate look into his life, discussing the ups and downs of his music career. Dan talks about the complexities of content creation, handling merchandise, and the importance of connecting with his audience. He reflects on the shifts in the music industry, the challenges of maintaining authenticity while confronting the digital age, and the struggles of balancing artistic integrity with commercial demands. Dan also shares personal insights about his journey, the role of vulnerability in his art, and the evolution of his sound. Whether you're an aspiring musician or a long-time fan, this conversation is filled with valuable lessons and heartfelt stories. Tune in to discover what keeps Dan Mangan inspired and hopeful in today's ever-changing musical landscape.
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Almost Famous Enough Podcast Trailer
My name is Glen Erickson. I'm the host of Almost Famous Enough, a new podcast where we have conversations with incredible guests from in, around and from the music industry. Now the algorithm wants me to say interviews, but I like conversations. These aren't publicity tour notes. These are deep dives into the lives of people who have chased the dream.What are the challenges that they faced? Ageism, sexism, racism, geography, no money, no drummer, no blueprint. Or what are the opportunities? Where do you find opportunities? Is it all just luck? Is that why they call it a dream? Almost Famous Enough is available Thursdays, wherever you get your podcasts.
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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