INRHYTHM with Colton Gee

We're thrilled to welcome Rachel Hickey to INRYHTHM this week. Featuring unforgettable moonlight-soaked vocals and captivating storytelling, Rachel's music is a unique mix of guitar-focused folk rock, indie, and pop. Her new single "High" explores the identity and personality of what it means to be a self-described "recovering people pleaser". Starting with a delicate acoustic sound, it swells to a grand atmospheric track with driving drum grooves and enveloping harmonies. In this musical journey, Rachel captivates listeners with storytelling and descriptive imagery while she explores the often-overlooked question of "who am I and what do I want?"   She is currently touring Ontario, and is preparing to release her debut full-length album, "The Eve of St. Agnes", this June.   Join your host Colton Gee for this great conversation with Rachel Hickey, on INRYHTHM.   Rachel Hickey links! —           —

On this week's episode, we're chatting with Mouraine, a Sudan-born hip hop and rap artist based in Edmonton, Alberta. We get to know the man behind the music, discussing his life journey, career ups and downs, and what inspired his latest album, In Search of Gold. From chasing possessions to finding purpose, peace, and happiness, Mouraine shares his story with us in a real and raw way.   As a first-generation immigrant to Canada, Mouraine learned to speak English through his love of music. By the age of 11, he was already writing, recording, and performing original music, which led him to share stages with the likes of Mac Miller, J.Cole, and T-Pain. Mouraine is quickly emerging into the limelight with his magnetic energy and talent for self-expression, and he just released his sophomore album, In Search of Gold, a metaphorical representation of his life journey.   Join us for this insightful and inspiring conversation with Mouraine, on INRHYTHM.

Nigerian-born, Vancouver-based R&B singer-songwriter Sadé Awele joins the show to discuss her groovy new track “Intuition”. From its Soul-filled tale of trusting oneself, to trusting and crafting her vision as one of the co producers of the song.    We also chat about the music video for “Intuition”, which has been selected for multiple film festivals across North America.   What keeps Sadé InRhythm? And how did following her “Intuition” help her to grow? Tune in to find out! Desc   Sadé Awele links! —           —

Professional wrestler Backstage Pass Braydon Goss joins the show to discuss his journey in pro wrestling!    The current All Star Wrestling Cruiserweight Champion, Braydon Goss had been told to follow other paths before deciding to take his future into his own hands, making the choice to pursue his childhood dream of being a professional wrestler.   Making this dream reality has taken him tens of thousands of kilometers across western Canada, from training at the acclaimed Storm Wrestling Academy, to performing in front of sold out crowds of raucous fans.    Braydon takes us behind the moment he finally decided to chase his dreams, how it has helped him to overcome some of his greatest challenges, and what 2023 might hold for the man with the soul of rock & roll, the Zaddy with all the baddies, Backstage Pass Braydon Goss!   Connect with Braydon Goss! —     —   Get tickets to Thrash Wrestling in Penticton BC January 14th 2023! —   —   Support Colton Gee and Desert Tiger ----- Check out our webstore @ Follow the Desert Tiger Podcast @   Follow Colton Gee @   —

Country music artist & producer Dan Davidson joins the show to discuss his new single “Girl Drinks Beer”!   With over 20 million worldwide streams,  Alberta born artist Dan Davidson has created undeniable momentum. His latest single “Girl Drinks Beer” featuring Travis Collins and Australian tour cap off a banner year. His early 2022 EP marked a pivotal moment of his career, with the EP debuting at #1 on the iTunes sales chart in Canada, Davidson took his new collection of music on a European tour, and returned home to a CCMA nomination for Record Producer of the Year.    Dan Davidson exploded onto the Canadian country scene in 2016 when the release of his second single "Found" (co-written by Clayton Bellamy of The Road Hammers & recently certified Platinum. Since then, the rising artist has seen 6 CCMA Award nominations, 10 ACMA awards, and Top 20 charting numbers. He may be only 6 years into his country career, but Davidson is far from "green" in the music industry. He spent over 10 years playing in the well-known Canadian indie rock band Tupelo Honey, who had several top 40 hits, top selling iTunes records and toured with bands like Bon Jovi.   Connect with Dan Davidson! —         —   Support Colton Gee and Desert Tiger ----- Check out our webstore @ Follow the Desert Tiger Podcast @   Follow Colton Gee @   —

Meghan Parnell & Dave Barnes of Roots/Rock band Bywater Call join the show to discuss their sophomore album “Remain”!   Filled with stories both deeply personal and imagined, Bywater Call’s “Remain” is a powerfully moving collection of songs that highlight their exceptional talent as musicians, songwriters, and vocalists.With songs written about experiences of love, loss, happiness, along with encouraging tracks intended to inspire, Bywater Call’s “Remain” stands out as a project that showcases their evolution both as a group and individual artists.   With their exceptional ability to intricately fuse together a variety of musical genres, detailed musicianship, and unparalleled vocals, Canada’s Bywater Call profoundly takes the Blues/Roots genre by storm with their latest project.   Connect with Bywater Call! —       —   Support Colton Gee and Desert Tiger ----- Check out our webstore @ Follow the Desert Tiger Podcast @   Follow Colton Gee @   —

Actress Erin Agostino joins the show to discuss her latest movie "A Christmas Masquerade"!   A Christmas Masquerade follows Erin’s character, Julieanne, who is mistaken for her glamorous boss at a masquerade ball by a notoriously aloof businessman played by David Lafontaine. She continues the ruse over Christmas with a mission to secure him as a client, until the businessman’s motivations are revealed, and they both realize that it just might be love.    Best known for her roles in Murdoch Mysteries, 18 to Life, and The Kennedys After Camelot, Erin Agostino continues to captivate film and TV audiences with a festive holiday movie to close out 2022, plus roles in a new thriller and TV series coming in 2023.   Connect with Erin Agostino! —       —   Support Colton Gee and Desert Tiger ----- Check out our webstore @ Follow the Desert Tiger Podcast @   Follow Colton Gee @   —

Contemporary Jazz/Pop artist Alex Whorms joins the show to discuss her holiday track "Christmas Morning"!    Described by friends as a love letter to her family, Alex's "Christmas Morning" is piano-ballad ode to the cherished memories and anticipation of future moments to be created with loved ones during the holiday season.    The heartfelt, comforting song was written in late 2020 - a time when many families knew they wouldn't be able to see one another that year, making Alex even more grateful to know she would be able to be with hers. With a focus that steers away from the materialistic, stressful aspects of Christmas, Alex reminds listeners about what she was reminded of during that time - the importance of being around those you love.   Canadian artist Alex Whorms is a prolific singer-songwriter and professional screen composer who has scored multiple television and film soundtracks throughout her career. With a rapidly growing fanbase and recognition across Canada and the US prior to the slowdown of the pandemic, the 2019 recipient of the Hamilton Arts Award for Emerging Artist in Music toured across Ontario and has been a featured performer on local and regional television.   Connect w/ Alex Whorms —       —   Support Colton Gee and Desert Tiger ----- Check out our webstore @ Follow the Desert Tiger Podcast @   Follow Colton Gee @   —

R&B singer & producer Reeny Smith joins the show to discuss her new Christmas EP "Where You At Santa"!    Three years in the making and written at various times of year, Reeny Smith’s “Where You At Santa?” was first inspired by Hallmark’s annual “Christmas in July” movie series. The heartfelt, compelling, and at times satirical collection of Christmas classics and originals showcase the artists’ profound talent, with the majority of the songs written, performed, and produced by Smith herself.    With a modern take on some of her Christmas favourites and brand new songs that are sure to be contemporary classics, “Where You At Santa?” is a musical celebration of the holiday season and offers a delightful, modern, and memorable soundtrack for the upcoming holiday season and those beyond it.   With her remarkable talents as a singer, songwriter, and producer, Reeny Smith has swiftly been making a name for herself as one of the top artists in the R&B/Soul genre in Canada today. Combining her roots as a choir singer in the Baptist church with her love of 90’s R&B and Soul, Smith’s powerful, rich vocals, musical craftsmanship, and captivating live performances have led her to become one of the most notable artists in her field.   Connect w/ Reeny Smith —       —   Support Colton Gee and Desert Tiger ----- Check out our webstore @ Follow the Desert Tiger Podcast @   Follow Colton Gee @   —

Laura Simpson, Co-founder & CEO of Side Door joins the show to discuss the platform's recent revamp, and their recent Dragons Den experience!    Canadian tech company Side Door is a web-based platform that supports in-person shows in non-conventional spaces like living rooms, bookstores, warehouses, etc. by connecting artists with hosts and providing easy-to-use show-booking tools.    Side Door recently launched a redesigned and refined platform that better connects hosts with artists to create incredible in-person concert experiences, and it was featured on the popular Dragon’s Den TV show on November 3rd. Side Door’s Laura Simpson (CEO and co-founder) and Dan Mangan (co-founder and JUNO Award-winning artist) successfully pitched the Dragons, making a deal on the show with Arlene Dickinson.   Halifax-based Side Door was founded in 2017, and as of October 2022, the company has facilitated over 2,000 shows, and artists have earned over $1,300,000 in ticket revenue. More than 140,000 tickets have been purchased on the platform and over 2,700 hosts have spaces that can hold 20 or more people. More than 700 artists and bands have used the Side Door platform to book shows, including Broken Social Scene, Haviah Mighty, Rural Alberta Advantage, Said the Whale, Cadence Weapon, John K. Sampson, and Dan Mangan.   Connect with Side Door! —       —   Support Colton Gee and Desert Tiger ----- Check out our webstore @ Follow the Desert Tiger Podcast @   Follow Colton Gee @   —

Montreal based pop artist Josh Alexander joins the show to discuss his new EP "Forevermore"   Forevermore takes a trip from a heartfelt letter in “Sincerely, Josh” to “Hurricane”, a driving pop anthem that was released earlier this year and is an homage to loved ones enduring hard times. The EP’s title track, “Forevermore” is a perfect exit to an uplifting, creative twist on trendsetting vibrations, encapsulating emotions of undeniable love, power and vulnerability.    Since his debut on Quebec singing competition La Voix, Josh’s passion for music has led him through various adventures, with song “Je serai là” featured on children’s film La course des Tuques. Later in 2019, Josh Alexander released “Level Up” which was just the beginning for this rising Quebec pop artist. With a voice that ties range and authenticity into a mesmerizing dance, this hot new artist is on the rise across Canada.   Connect w/ Josh Alexander  —       —   Support Colton Gee and Desert Tiger ----- Check out our webstore @ Follow the Desert Tiger Podcast @   Follow Colton Gee @   —

Jeremy & Jazzy join the DTP to take us behind the CBC Kids Animated series, as well as their accompanying children’s album “Say Hello”!   The series stars Jeremy Fisher (Jeremy) and award-winning artist Aiza Ntibarikure (Jazzy). It’s set in Creation Station – a world that comes alive through the magic of music. The first 26 two-minute episodes and one 11-minute special (featuring a guest appearance from musician Joel Plaskett) is available now on CBC Gem!   In addition, today Jeremy and Jazzy released the album Say Hello, a collection of 26 new songs via Hidden Pony Records and Universal Music Canada on all streaming services. Fronted by Jeremy and Aiza, the tracks showcase a diversity of styles – from vocal jazz to folky talking blues to funk, hip-hop, pop, and more. The songs are backed by children from the Dixon Hall Music School, the Canadian Children’s Opera Company, and Music For Young Children in Bedford, Nova Scotia.    Connect w/ Jeremy & Jazzy! —   YouTube:     —   Support Colton Gee and Desert Tiger ----- Check out our webstore @ Follow the Desert Tiger Podcast @   Follow Colton Gee @   —

Modern Pop Songstress NIIVA returns to the show to discuss her single "Friends"!   “Friends” is best described as a taste of forbidden fruit. With smooth, intimate vocals overtop an infectious beat, this fresh new single is bursting with the sweet, familiar anticipation of the classic “friends to lovers” narrative that we all know and love.   In other news, NIIVA notably co-wrote record-breaking debut single “Black Mamba” for KPOP girl group aespa, which reached No. 1 on the Billboard World Album charts, No. 1 on the Top Album Sales chart and No. 3 on the Billboard 200 chart. She has also recently returned from a second song writing journey to South Korea. Bulgarian-born, England-raised, NIIVA initially moved to Vancouver, then Toronto and has found her home with music. With 1.6 million streams under her belt, the singer-songwriter’s debut self-titled EP showcases NIIVA’s ability to weave relatable stories with conversational ease. Connect w/ NIIVA —     —   Support Colton Gee and Desert Tiger ----- Check out our webstore @ Follow the Desert Tiger Podcast @   Follow Colton Gee @   —

Award winning artist and viral TikTok sensation Dani Kristina joins the show to discuss her moody new acoustic-pop single "I Won't Know!   Inspired by personal experiences and lost love, "I Won’t Know" reflects on the aftermath of a broken relationship, the lingering feelings, and coping with loneliness. After a collaboration with Ukrainian photographer Oleksandra Terletska in Spring 2022, whose artwork is the cover art for this track, the song came to life. Produced by Grammy-nominee and written by Dani Kristina, the new single is a bittersweet track reminiscent of Adele and LÉON, capturing the sadness of its lyrics   Following the successful release of her debut EP “Aura”, Mississauga Music’s Best New Solo Artist of 2020, Mississauga Music’s Fan Choice of 2021 and Dropout Entertainment’s winner of the Best Pop Video of 2020, Dani Kristina has established her sound as an up and coming pop artist. From dancy pop anthems to moody, emotional ballads, Dani Kristina has a little bit of everything for every listener.   Connect w/ Dani Kristina! —       —   Support Colton Gee and Desert Tiger ----- Check out our webstore @ Follow the Desert Tiger Podcast @   Follow Colton Gee @   —

Brett Hornall & Nolan Nielsen of Vancouver based sludge pop band The Vidos join the show to discuss their latest track "Boomshackalacka"!  Undeniably catchy, with groovy, retro vibes and covered in witty lyricism, “Boomshackalacka” is an upbeat tune that proves difficult to ignore. The song is the first single off The Vido’s forthcoming album, and follows the band’s previous releases and , singles that each cracked the Top 40 on Canadian Active Rock charts. With an affinity for fuzzy pop hooks, creative drumming and stacked harmonies, The Vidos is the project of Vancouver pals Brett Hornall, Kirk Musfelt and Nolan Nielsen. The group began performing together early on, playing Rush covers at their high school dances. The band would go on to spend the next three years writing, recording and touring across Canada before hunkering down in a converted shuttle buzz in downtown Toronto for the winter of 2019, where their material for Right In The Kisser would come to life.     Connect w/ The Vidos —       —   Support Colton Gee and Desert Tiger ----- Check out our webstore @ Follow the Desert Tiger Podcast @   Follow Colton Gee @   —

13 y/o Pop artist Kyra Daniel joins the show to discuss her sophomore single ‘Words Mean Something”!   The track is an empowering and poignant track that is reminiscent of 90’s Grammy award winning group TLC and contains a deeper dialogue, reminding listeners that their voices matter. The song was one of Kyra’s first co-writes with producer Evan Cline (Teddy Swims, Stephanie Owens) and was born from a place of being teased in school for looking different and pursuing her dreams at a young age.     Kingston native Kyra Daniel is already proving to be a force to be reckoned with at only 13 years old. Since becoming a member of Mini Pop Kids in 2020, Kyra has gained confidence and an incredible stage presence after being given countless opportunities to perform live for kids and parents across Canada and the USA with the MPK troop.     Connect w/ Kyra Daniel! —     —   Support Colton Gee and Desert Tiger ----- Check out our webstore @ Follow the Desert Tiger Podcast @   Follow Colton Gee @   —

Prolific R&B artist Jesse Maxwell joins the show to discuss his sophomore album "LP2"!   Produced by Jesse in collaboration on select tracks from Toronto producer Andres Neupert, LP2 showcases Jesse’s effortlessly soulful vocals and range as a producer and player, but also his deft ability to distill elements of classic and cutting-edge R&B and soul into a sound that’s uniquely his own.  In just three years Jesse Maxwell has indeed gone from 0 to 100: racking up over one million streams to date, becoming a regular fixture on indie radio across Canada; making inroads internationally (via a #1 on the People’s Soul Choice Charts on the UK’s Delite Radio); and gaining a well-deserved reputation as a prolific, deeply lyrical storyteller and a distinctively compelling voice in modern soul.   Connect w/ Jesse Maxwell! —       —   Support Colton Gee and Desert Tiger ----- Check out our webstore @ Follow the Desert Tiger Podcast @   Follow Colton Gee @   —

Country Pop artist Jessica Sole discusses her new single “Good In Goodbye”! The upbeat song was made in collaboration with award-winning producer Shawn Moore (Jason Blaine, Shawn Austin) and offers a fresh perspective on the quintessential break-up anthem. The track is the second single off Jessica’s forthcoming sophomore EP, a project that was recorded at Nashville’s legendary Blackbird Studios. Known as “one of the hardest working artists in the Ontario Country music scene”, Shelburne ON artist Jessica Sole is also known for her determination. Earlier this year, the young songstress released her debut EP Think of Us, a collection of songs that garnered over 150K global streams and two top 40 hits on SiriusXM. While it’s clear that Jessica draws musical inspiration from artists such as Kacey Musgraves, Kelsea Ballerini and Miranda Lambert, her smooth and sweet vocals, lyrics and sound are beautifully unique, captivating, and continues to keep fans coming back for more.    Connect W/ Jessica Sole! —       —   Support Colton Gee and Desert Tiger ----- Check out our webstore @ Follow the Desert Tiger Podcast @   Follow Colton Gee @   —

Myles Kennedy, lead singer of award winning hard rock band Alter Bridge, discusses the group's 7th full-length album "Pawns & Kings"!    Alter Bridge’s seventh studio album comprises 10 all-new epic tracks that are sure to garner the band new fans around the globe while satiating their fervent supporters that have been patiently waiting for new music.   From the opening riffs of “This Is War” to the closing title track "Pawns & Kings," the new album includes intense tracks that were born after the cycle for Alter Bridge’s last album was cut short by the global pandemic.    We also discuss the upcoming Pawns & Kings world tour, balancing multiple projects, showing up even when you don't want to, and more!    Connect with Myles Kennedy & Alter Bridge! —           —   Support Colton Gee and Desert Tiger ----- Check out our webstore @ Follow the Desert Tiger Podcast @   Follow Colton Gee @   —