While our old site had some technical issues, we’ve replaced it with a temporary one to ensure you could keep listening. We then discovered that our old player did not work with Google Chrome, so today we’ve purchased a new one. It’s on our Listen Page, as well as here…don’t hesitate to reach out if you need help getting connected!
Join Todd Miller each week as he features the best in emerging and classic indie music from across this great country!
Independent music continues to be a rich tapestry of many different genres, and Todd will play them all. Folk, Rock, Hard Rock, Pop, Indigenous, Country…this truly is the home of independent music from Canada.
Debuting initially on Bluewater Radio, 91.3 FM originating from Hanover, Ontario, Bluewater Radio serves the Grey/Bruce area of Ontario. Soon, this show will air on many stations across the country. Check back here often as we add new stations to the mix.
Visit the PLAYLIST page, which will serve to update listeners on what we played, and where you can contact the artists.
If you’d like to submit material for airplay consideration or have a request, drop me a line here ==> Songs
The show is made possible with technical assistance from: Podcast Experts
We are licensed to play music online by SOCAN, and have been since the beginning! We actually approached the various licensing agencies before they were even aware of who we were.
We believe it is both fair and necessary for ALL online radio stations and users of music to compensate creators for the use of their music, every year! It’s only fair!
To find out more about SOCAN’s mission and how they support music creators, visit http://SOCAN.ca
| Socially conscious song is Edmonton roots artist’s first new music since 2017 album Diary Of A Housewife WATCH + SHARE “BLIND SPOT” OFFICIAL VIDEO HERE |
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| FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Sept. 4, 2020 TORONTO ON — Andrea Nixon is the type of artist who believes that life and music are inseparable. The Edmonton singer/songwriter proved that on her acclaimed 2017 album Diary Of A Housewife, which spent 14 consecutive weeks on Earshot’s national Folk/Roots chart and was described by FYI Music News as “following in the footsteps of trailblazing artists such as Loretta Lynn and Dolly Parton.” Now, Andrea has upped her game with a new single called “Blind Spot,” produced by Russell Broom (Jann Arden) and a song that will surely resonate with anyone who has struggled with finding an identity. It also serves as a timely reminder to be aware of those around us who may currently be engaged in that struggle. As Andrea says, “‘Blind Spot‘ asks listeners to consider their own blind spots, both when they have felt unseen and unheard, and all the diverse voices that are currently muted in popular culture.” Using her music to affect positive change is nothing new for Andrea. Following the release of Diary Of A Housewife, she embarked on a campaign focused around the song “Waiting For Sirens” to raise awareness and donations for crisis centres across Alberta. She also sits on the board of the Alberta Country Music Association where she is a fierce advocate for more female representation within the industry. At the heart of it all, however, is Andrea’s irresistible voice, a vehicle she uses to boldly explore the landscape of heartache, angst, joy and humour with eyes wide open and heart in hand. It’s helped land her appearances at the ACMA Awards’ Fan Fest, Rogers Hometown Hockey, CCMA and Canadian Music Week showcases, and opening slots for Jessica Mitchell and others. Andrea has managed to do all of this while raising her family and handling the responsibilities that come with being an independent recording artist. It’s more than a lot of people could take on, but for Andrea it’s all part of her ultimate goal to spend her life connecting with others in that magical space found only under the cover of a song.  Website YouTube SPOTIFY / APPLE MUSIC For all enquiries, please contact: Jason Schneider / jason@jasonschneidermedia.com / 226.500.4865 |
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Now in its 37th year, Canadian Music Week is Canada’s leading annual entertainment event dedicated to the expression and growth of the country’s music, media and entertainment industries. Combining multifaceted information-intensive conferences; a trade exposition; awards shows and the nation’s largest new music festival which spans 7 nights of performances (May 6 – 12), hundreds of bands at more than 40 live music venues in downtown Toronto. All conference functions take place at the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel, 123 Queen Street W. Toronto (May 9 – 11).
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And don’t forget to tune into RTDS for all the highlights from the festivals! In the past you’ve heard us interview Paul Rodgers, Paul Williams, and more amazing artists!
IF YOU’RE GOING TO ATTEND ANY INTERNATIONAL MUSIC CONVENTION THIS YEAR… Make it CMW 2019 – Where Music Means Business!
Well, the old design has served us well, but it’s time for an upgrade! You’ll notice we’ve had to add a temporary audio player, as the one we purchased years ago is going away. Our new WordPress theme has some exciting features that we *may* take advantage of:
And much more!
We’re working hard on it, and no definite release date, but as soon as it’s live, we’ll let YOU know 🙂
We want to sincerely thank each and every one of our listeners for the hours tuned in; sharing our content on Facebook and Instagram; and for recommending our little piece of audio heaven with those that you think would enjoy us!
It’s been a wild ride this year, and we will be back in the new year with great new interviews, new shows, a new studio and our returning cast of talented hosts!
The Security Project featuring members of Peter Gabriel & King Crimson pay tribute to the music of Peter Gabriel at The Heights at The Garrison in Toronto on June 1, 2018. And we are chatting with drummer Jerry Marotta on Friday May 11th in The Vinyl Vault about this amazing project! GET TICKETS!
We here at RTDS are back to providing you with the most amazingly diverse music on the planet! And we wouldn’t rather be doing anything else.
That being said, there are some hard costs that need to be met, and that’s where we ask if you like what we do, there are a few ways that you can help, in a small way to help us keep doing what we do!
None of us are going to get rich doing this, but if you can help us out in the following ways, we’d spin a record for you 🙂
Here’s the Amazon Widget, and you can bookmark us so that anytime you shop you go through our portal…thank you!
