recorded April 12, 2025Join us for an exclusive look at Gardener as they light up Shoebox Cantina in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia! This video features live performance clips from their dynamic set, with a band interview sandwiched in between. Hear about the making of their new single “Spinning Out,” shifting lineups, and life on the road, all framed by the energy of their live show.🔗 Discover Gardener’s music and tour dates: https://gardenerband.net00:00 Intro live clip01:02 Backstage interview16:10 Outro live clip📸 For more photos from the set, head over to our Instagram and Facebook!🎥 Video Credit: East Coast DNA // Darcy Walsh👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more live music and artist interviews!#GardenerBand #LandonMorris #SpinningOut #MixedRhythm #EastCoastDNA #ShoeboxCantina #NovaScotiaMusic #LiveMusic

recorded April 12, 2025Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at 10 Slip as they take the stage at Shoebox Cantina in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia! This video features live performance clips from their powerful set, with candid moments from their interview in between. The band opens up about their journey, songwriting, and life on the road. From their raw riffs to their backstage insights, this is a must-watch for fans and music lovers alike.🔗 Stay connected with 10 Slip: https://linktr.ee/10slipband00:00 Intro live clip01:05 Backstage interview08:15 Outro live clip📸 For more photos from the set, head over to our Instagram and Facebook!🎥 Video Credit: East Coast DNA // Darcy Walsh👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more live music and artist interviews!#10Slip #EastCoastDNA #ShoeboxCantina #NovaScotiaMusic #LiveMusic #RockOn

recorded April 13, 2025🎧 East Coast DNA Podcast: Alvaro – A Voice of Cultural Fusion and Emotional Truth 🎶In this episode of East Coast DNA, we sit down with Alvaro—a Halifax-based singer-songwriter whose sound blends pop, R&B, and rock with stories rooted in his Filipino heritage and lived experiences. Known casually as Al, he brings authenticity, heart, and imagination to every track.We dive into Alvaro’s artistic journey—from growing up in the Philippines to building his music career in Nova Scotia. He shares what it was like performing for thousands at the Philippine Fiesta! 2023 in Halifax, receiving a Music Nova Scotia BIPOC grant, and the creative process behind his debut singles “can u tell me?” and “delusional” featuring Halifax’s own HARMZ.✨ Now, in 2025, Alvaro is turning up the volume with his summer anthem “LOVE ME CASUALLY” and his brand new 6-track debut record “ALone”—a sonic exploration of connection, vulnerability, and self-discovery. Stream today https://lnk.to/AlvaroAlone🔗 Learn more about Alvaro at: https://www.instagram.com/alvarosounds/🎙️ Whether you’re into heartfelt lyrics, genre-bending melodies, or just want to discover your next favorite artist—this is one conversation you don’t want to miss.#AlvaroMusic #EastCoastDNA #HalifaxMusic #FilipinoArtist #BIPOCartist #NovaScotiaMusic #PopRNB #SingerSongwriter #EastCoastPodcast #AloneAlbum #LoveMeCasually

recorded April 9, 2025🎙️ East Coast DNA Podcast: Aging Disgracefully – A Canadian Blues Duo Defying Expectations 🎸In this must-watch episode of the East Coast DNA video podcast, we sit down with Aging Disgracefully, a Canadian blues-folk duo redefining what it means to be creative later in life. Based in Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island, Karen Pyra and Mike Elliott blend blues, roots, and folk music into raw, emotionally rich songs that speak to lived experience and timeless truths.🔥 Whether you're a fan of Canadian indie music, East Coast songwriters, or just love authentic storytelling, this conversation delivers insight, laughter, and inspiration.🎶 Discover their latest album, Shatter the Mirror – a powerful collection of blues-infused tracks full of soul and grit:👉 https://agingdisgracefully.bandcamp.com/album/shatter-the-mirror🌐 Learn more about the duo, their story, and upcoming shows and releases:👉 https://agingdisgracefullyduo.com/💬 About the Episode:Karen and Mike first met at a songwriting workshop in Shelburne, Nova Scotia, and quickly discovered a shared love for blues and roots music. Since then, they've been collaborating on music that’s heartfelt, fearless, and deeply human. Their debut single “Holiday Tangle” sparked a wave of creative synergy that continues to evolve into a sound that's both classic and refreshingly original.🎤 In this episode, you'll hear about:Their journey as independent musicians in the Canadian East Coast sceneThe inspiration behind their songs and how age has shaped their artistryThe meaning behind their bold name, Aging Disgracefully, and their mission to fight ageism in the music industryPersonal stories from Mike’s decades-long musical background and Karen’s rise as a solo artist and songwriter✨ Why this duo matters:With songs that explore love, grief, identity, and empowerment, Aging Disgracefully brings a voice to mature audiences often overlooked in today's music landscape. Their music proves that it’s never too late to start a new chapter, break the mold, or make music that matters.🎧 Tune in now and experience the heart, humour, and honesty of two artists aging loudly, creatively—and disgracefully.

recorded April 5, 2025🚨 Jamie MacDonald Returns | Paranormal Arson’s Noxious Album & East Coast Metal 🚨Jamie MacDonald of Paranormal Arson returns to East Coast DNA for an update on one of Nova Scotia’s most intense and unique metal projects. Since our last conversation, the Antigonish-based act has continued to evolve — now with the release of the new full-length album Noxious.Inspired by the paranormal folklore of Caledonia Mills and rooted in a DIY ethos, Paranormal Arson fuses East Coast identity with extreme metal energy. Noxious showcases the raw, unfiltered vision of Jamie MacDonald and cements the project’s place in Atlantic Canada’s underground music scene.We catch up on what’s changed since Jamie’s last appearance, talk about the recording process behind the new album, and hear what’s next for Paranormal Arson in 2025 and beyond.🎧 If you’re into raw, heavy, and experimental music coming out of Atlantic Canada — this one’s for you.🔗 LISTEN TO PARANORMAL ARSON: Bandcamp: https://paranormalarson902.bandcamp.com💬 Let us know what track from Noxious hits hardest — or shout out your favorite Paranormal Arson release in the comments.📲 Subscribe to East Coast DNA for more conversations with the artists shaping the future of Atlantic Canadian music.#ParanormalArson #JamieMacDonald #NoxiousAlbum #EastCoastDNA #CanadianMetal #NovaScotiaMusic #ExtremeMetal #AntigonishMusic #MaritimeMetal #EastCoastMusic #UndergroundMetal

recorded March 30, 2025🎙️Quote the Raven Interview | New Song “Tell Me Tell Me” & ECMA Nominations | East Coast DNA Podcast 🎙️🔔 Don’t forget to LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for more interviews with East Coast artists!In this episode, we sit down with the incredibly talented folk-pop duo Quote the Raven—Jordan Coaker and Kirsten Rodden-Clarke—to talk about their brand-new single “Tell Me Tell Me.”We also dive into their exciting triple nomination at the 2025 East Coast Music Awards, where they're up for:🏆 Fans’ Choice Video of the Year – “Already Gone”🏆 Album of the Year – Map The Dark🏆 Roots Release of the Year – Already GonePlus, get an inside look at their highly anticipated new album Map The Dark, which explores themes of personal reflection, growth, and connection, with deeply evocative storytelling and beautiful harmonies.From the road to the writing room, Quote the Raven share behind-the-scenes stories, future plans, and a few laughs with us along the way.📍Based in Newfoundland and Labrador, Quote the Raven continue to rise as one of Canada’s most compelling voices in folk-pop, blending haunting harmonies and polished songwriting.🎧 Listen to their music: https://www.quotetheravenofficial.com📸 Follow them on Instagram: @quotetheravenduo🎵 Stream “Tell Me Tell Me” and Map The Dark on your favorite platform.—🧭 Follow East Coast DNA:📸 Instagram: @eastcoastdna▶️ YouTube: YouTube.com/@eastcoastdna🎤 Subscribe for more interviews, live sessions, and music scene coverage from Atlantic Canada!#QuoteTheRaven #TellMeTellMe #ECMA2025 #MapTheDark #EastCoastDNA #CanadianMusic #FolkPop #NewfoundlandMusic #ECMAs #PodcastInterview

recorded March 30, 2025🎤 T3KILLAH Interview | Nova Scotia Hip Hop Artist Talks "BLUE" Music Video, Local Cameos & Community Impact 🎶In this exclusive video podcast interview, we sit down with Nova Scotia hip-hop artist T3KILLAH (Tevin Nicholas) to talk about his latest single "BLUE" — an emotionally-charged track with a cinematic music video that dropped on February 14, 2025.💥 "BLUE" by T3KILLAH was shot at MOXY Halifax by director AK and features cameos from well-known local personalities. In this conversation, we explore the story behind the song, how the video came together, and the deeper message behind the music.We also get into T3KILLAH’s work across Nova Scotia, including youth mentorship and his dedication to uplifting the community through music and outreach. Whether you're a fan of Canadian hip hop or just discovering T3KILLAH for the first time, this is a must-watch!🟦 Watch the official "BLUE" music video:https://youtu.be/qwu7IvOHXrs🎧 Stream "BLUE" & more music by T3KILLAH:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4YexYtlxWwTkZbOG9oZi7B 📱 Follow T3KILLAH:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tevinnicholas/🔔 Like, comment & subscribe for more exclusive artist interviews, East Coast hip hop content, and behind-the-scenes stories from rising talent in the Canadian music scene.

recorded March 30, 2025Meet The Orchids, a teenage punk/stoner rock duo from Truro, Nova Scotia, turning heads with their massive sound and fearless energy. In this exclusive interview—recorded just days after the release of their self-titled debut album (March 28, 2025)—we dive into their musical influences, the recording process, and their journey so far.🎸 Formed in 2023, The Orchids—Rhys Poirier (guitar/vocals) and Alexis Grant (drums)—are inspired by legends like Kyuss, Queens of the Stone Age, and Black Flag. Their fuzz-soaked riffs and primal intensity prove that two people can bring the house down.💿 Their debut, produced by Chad Peck (Kestrels) and recorded at The Drum Room in NS, features 9 original tracks plus a raw reimagining of Elevator To Hell’s “Fifties Lady.”🎤 The band will also be performing this Sunday at Food For the Ears, a charity concert supporting local food and music programs.🎧 Listen to The Orchids’ Debut Album:https://theorchidsduo.bandcamp.com🎟️ Food For the Ears Event Info & Tickets:https://foodfortheears.com🖤 Worship the riff. Support your local power duo.👇 Comment below if you’ve seen The Orchids live or want more East Coast band interviews!