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Ego & Vice
Ego & Vice Podcast has been supporting Ottawa’s music, art, and DIY spirit for 9 years strong. It’s not about flashy gimmicks or over-produced nonsense—it’s about real people telling real stories. From musicians to makers, comedians to creators, it’s a raw look at the talent driving Ottawa’s scene.
And we’re not stopping there. Alongside Ego & Vice, check out our new lineup: Mike & Vic’s Southie Stories (off-the-cuff banter, laughs, and songwriting talk), The South Hood Stereo (a showcase of…
Episodes
Ego & ViceEpisode 181: Soulthief
Hailing from the Ottawa-Gatineau area, SOULTHIEF bring a relentless blend of heavy metallic hardcore and metalcore, combining crushing riffs, aggressive…
Ego & ViceEpisode 180: One Year Later - Deadwell
Ego & Vice Podcast presents One Year Later Series Featuring: Deadwell Hailing from Ottawa, Deadwell is part of the city’s independent music scene, bringing…
Ego & ViceEpisode 8: Sleep talking & punk rocking
Episode #8 "Sleep talking & punk rocking" is now available. With songs by: Speed Bump Sally and Sugar Bomb Music is used with the permission of the artist…
Ego & ViceEpisode 10: South Hood Stereo Ep#10 - The Marble Rye Incident
Episode #10 is now available everywhere! Showcasing the songs from Ottawa bands: "Something" by Oddeline https://oddeline.com "Restless Leg Syndrome" by CURL…
Ego & ViceEpisode 179: No Helmet
Episode #179 is now available everywhere. No Helmet is an Ottawa-based metal power duo delivering a massive sound with nothing but bass, drums, and pure…
Ego & ViceEpisode 7: Southie Stories "Better Than A String In The Eye"
Episode #7 - "Better than a string in the eye" is now available. With songs by: Passenge Princess and Cyrus R.O. Music is used with the permission of the…
Ego & ViceEpisode 9: South Hood Stereo Bluesfest Special- FITH, Rebelle & Kasador
Episode #9 is now available everywhere! Showcasing the songs from Ottawa bands: "Take An Honest Look At Perfection" by FITH "Blood" by Rebelle "DC & The PC…
Ego & ViceEpisode 178: Cyrus Robertson Orkish
Cyrus Robertson Orkish is a musician, songwriter, and producer whose adventurous approach to music blends jazz fusion, progressive rock, alternative, and…
Ego & ViceEpisode 177: Elementals
Formed in Ottawa in 2014, Elementals built a reputation as a hardworking fixture of the local independent music scene. Over the years, the band released…
Ego & ViceEpisode 6: Dandelions, banners and Bluesfest bruises.
Episode #6 - "Bashes, banners and Bluesfest bruises" is now available. With songs by: Days on Parade and The Hunt Club Music is used with the permission of the…
Ego & ViceEpisode 176: The Desert Island Big Band
The Desert Island Big Band is an Ottawa-based art-rock project led by musician, producer, and author Stefan Jurewicz. Blending indie rock, alternative pop, and…
Ego & ViceEpisode 8: South Hood Stereo - Valvehead, B.A.L.M Squad & Victor Complex
Episode #8 is now available everywhere! Showcasing the songs from Ottawa bands: "Blinding Sunrise" by Valvehead "Peacekeeprs" by B.A.L.M Squad "Open Door" by…
Ego & ViceEpisode 7: South Hood Stereo - Teenage Fiction, The Desert Island Big Band & Elementals
Showcasing the songs from Ottawa bands: "Jelly Bean" by Teenage Fiction https://linktr.ee/teenagefiction "Elaborate Dogs" by The Desert Island Big Band…
Ego & ViceEpisode 175: Holly Acres
Holly Acres is an Ottawa-based pop-punk band bringing a nostalgic early-2000s sound into the modern scene. Known for their catchy riffs, high-energy…
Ego & ViceEpisode 174: Candy Says
Candy Says is a three-piece punk band from Ottawa, bringing raw energy, sharp attitude, and unapologetic identity to the local scene. Blending influences from…
Ego & ViceEpisode 5: Southie Stories Ep#5 - Peter Pan...not a good guy
Episode #5 - Peter Pan....not a good guy With songs by: Futura Free and Ciggie & The Darts Music is used with the permission of the artist. From the creators…
Ego & ViceEpisode 173: Bronson Novella
Bronson Novella is an indie punk/folk rock duo from Ottawa, Ontario, known for their emotive songwriting and intimate blend of folk, rock, and alternative…
Ego & ViceEpisode 6: South Hood Stereo Ep#6
Episode #6 is now available everywhere! Showcasing the songs "Passing The Torch" by Chapter33 "Small World" by Kingfisher "Expensive Taste" by Double…
Ego & ViceEpisode 172: Sharlee
Sharlee is an Ottawa-based pop/rock band fronted by powerhouse vocalist and songwriter Sharlee Palmer. Known for her dynamic voice and energetic live…
Ego & ViceEpisode 5: South Hood Stereo - Bronson Novella, Out By Lucy & Hannah Vig
The South Hood Stereo is Ottawa’s local music showcase podcast, dedicated to amplifying the voices and songs of the city’s vibrant artists. As the sister show…
Ego & ViceEpisode 171: Lazy Bratz
Lazy Bratz are a three-piece punk rock band from Ottawa, Canada, delivering massive energy, mayhem, and a raw rock ’n’ roll attitude. Their songs range from…
Ego & ViceEpisode 170: Stage Riot Productions
Tyler and Chris from Stage Riot swung by South Hood Studio for a chat. Stage Riot Productions is a community-driven live music and event collective based in…
Ego & ViceEpisode 4: Southie Stories Ep#4
Episode #4 is now available. With special guest Felipe from Juevntud. Heated Rivalry Review. SPOILERS From the creators of the Ego & Vice Podcast comes Mike &…
Ego & ViceEpisode 4: South Hood Stereo - Deadwell, Sharlee & Sorry Snowman
The South Hood Stereo is Ottawa’s newest local music showcase podcast, dedicated to amplifying the voices and songs of the city’s vibrant artists. As the…
Ego & ViceEpisode 4: One Year Later - Alley Beers
One Year Later - Alley Beers Regular rap scallions, Centertown rats, skullet wearing, Shania Twain loving, beer drinking, stinking jamming lads, making punk…
Ego & ViceEpisode 169: Season 9 Premiere - Austin Camp
Austin Camp is an Ottawa-based singer-songwriter blending folk, Americana, and indie influences with honest, heartfelt storytelling. Or as Austin describes…
Ego & ViceEpisode 168: Season 8 Finale - 2025 Recap
Episode #168 Season 8 Finale is now available everywhere! The Ego & Vice team relfects on a very busy 2025 and plans for 2026. It has been a busy year for Ego…
Ego & ViceEpisode 1: "How The Grinch Stole Christmas" Read by Max, Vic and Mike
Ego & Vice Podcast presents: "How the Grinch stole Christmas" By Dr. Seuss Read by Ego & Vice hosts: Max, Vic and Mike " You're a mean one Mr. Grinch"…
Ego & ViceEpisode 3: Southie Stories Ep#3
From the creators of the Ego & Vice Podcast comes Mike & Vic’s Southie Stories—a fresh, off-the-cuff show that blends humor, heart, and a love for Ottawa’s…
Ego & ViceEpisode 3: South Hood Stereo - Matty Grace, Tucana & Stoby
The South Hood Stereo is Ottawa’s newest local music showcase podcast, dedicated to amplifying the voices and songs of the city’s vibrant artists. As the…
Ego & ViceEpisode 167: Uncle Depressant
Uncle Depressant is a three-piece punk band from Ottawa mixing old school hardcore grit with fast, dirty crossover thrash. Built on ripping riffs, pounding…
Ego & ViceEpisode 166: Chris Hawkeye of The Infectors
Chris Hawkeye of The Infectors dropped by South Hood Studio to talk some punk rock past, present and future. Ottawa’s The Infectors deliver fast, sharp…
Ego & ViceEpisode 2: South Hood Stereo Ep#2 w/ Guest host The Vickler
The South Hood Stereo is Ottawa’s newest local music showcase podcast, dedicated to amplifying the voices and songs of the city’s vibrant artists. As the…
Ego & ViceEpisode 2: Southie Stories Ep#2
From the creators of the Ego & Vice Podcast comes Mike & Vic’s Southie Stories—a fresh, off-the-cuff show that blends humor, heart, and a love for Ottawa’s…
Ego & ViceEpisode 165: Those Who
Episode #165 is now available. Based in Ottawa, Ontario, Those Who is a rising indie-alternative rock band known for delivering emotionally charged songs with…
Ego & ViceEpisode 165: One Year Later - Class of 91
Ego & Vice Podcast: One Year Later - Class of 91 is now available Ottawa band Class of 91 return to South Hood Studio to sit in on an episode of Ego and Vice…
Ego & ViceEpisode 1: The South Hood Stereo Premiere Episode
Premier Episode! Showcasing the songs "Ice Cream" by @neon.ghosthouse "This Is All Good Enough" by @justfineband "Anxiety" by @wet.for.days **If you would like…
Ego & ViceEpisode 1: Mike & Vic's Southie Stories Premiere Episode
From the creators of the Ego & Vice Podcast comes Mike & Vic’s Southie Stories—a fresh, off-the-cuff show that blends humor, heart, and a love for Ottawa’s…
Ego & ViceEpisode 164: Loch Nisse Monster
Loch Nisse Monster is an Ottawa-based artist known for crafting music that blends raw emotion with imaginative storytelling. With a sound that moves fluidly…
Ego & ViceEpisode 162: Summer Break Special - GOAT!
Ottawa’s punk veterans GOAT! have been tearing it up for over a decade. Faster and louder then ever. GOAT! is known for high-energy shows, loyal fans and razor…
Ego & ViceEpisode 161: One Year Later - Passenger Princess
Passenger Princess is back on Ego & Vice! One year later, the Ottawa indie punk band returns with new stories, new tunes, and that same heart-on-sleeve energy…
Ego & ViceEpisode 160: The Rambles
The Rambles are a seasoned Ottawa-based quartet that blends classic rock with modern edge. With deep musical roots together and a 2024 EP under their belt…
Ego & ViceEpisode 159: The Great Diversion
The Great Diversion is a dynamic rock trio based in Ottawa, Ontario, known for blending post-hardcore intensity with melodic pop sensibilities. Formed by…
Ego & ViceEpisode 158: Sean Sisk
Sean Sisk is a seasoned commercial and entertainment photographer based in Ottawa, Canada. With a career spanning over two decades, he has built a reputation…
Ego & ViceEpisode 157: Elle Sherlock
Elle Sherlock is a Canadian singer-songwriter based in Ottawa, Ontario. Active in the local music scene, she has performed at various venues and events…
Ego & ViceEpisode 156: The Hunt Club
The Hunt Club is an emerging indie rock band based in Ottawa, Ontario, fronted by singer-songwriter Keean Davies. Known for his dynamic stage presence and…
Ego & ViceEpisode 155: One Year Later - Neon Ghosthouse
They're back! A year after their explosive debut on the show, Ottawa’s own Neon Ghosthouse returns with even more energy, fun, and fire. Since we last spoke…
Ego & ViceEpisode 154: Curl
Hailing from Ottawa, Canada, Curl is a high-energy band known for their loud, dynamic sound and unapologetic intensity. Led by members Brandon and Andrew, the…
Ego & ViceEpisode 153: Victor Complex
Vic is an Ottawa artist with a full resume. Currently, Vic divides her time as the bassist for local punk powerhouse "Passenger Princess" South Ottawa's "The…
Ego & ViceEpisode 152: Season 8 Premiere The New Hires One Year Later
We kick off Season 8 with a new Ego & Vice series called "One Year Later" Ego & Vice will still showcase new artists and bands but over the course of the year…
Ego & ViceEpisode 151: Mix Tape Vol #4
Ego & Vice Podcast presents "Mix Tape Vol#4" Showcasing music from the artists and bands that have graced the Ego & Vice airwaves and make up the amazing…
Ego & ViceEpisode 150: Season 7 Finale
Episode #150 Season 7 Finale is now available everywhere. 150! What a milestone! Who would have thunk it. Not me that's for sure. Either way here we are. As…
Ego & ViceEpisode 149: Alley Beers
Alley Beers is a punk band based in Ottawa, Canada. Known for their energetic and humorous take on punk rock, they describe themselves as "three beer-drinking…
Ego & ViceEpisode 148: Sugar Bomb!
Sugar Bomb! is not a punk band from Ottawa, Ontario, known for their energetic performances and unique sound. The group describes themselves as a collective of…
Ego & ViceEpisode 147: Wade Barras of Parliament of Owls
Wade Barras is a Canadian folk-rock artist performing under the name Parliament of Owls. Originally from Pembroke, Ontario, he has lived and worked across…
Ego & ViceEpisode 146: Steve & The Stabwounds
Steve & The Stab Wounds are 3 piece band from Ottawa. Established in 2022, the band consists of Dr. Tux Stevens Stabwound on guitar and vocals. John Preacher…
Ego & ViceEpisode 145: Logan Brown
Logan Brown is an Ottawa musician and comedian originally from Kingston ON. A full-time performer since age 14, Logan has made good use of his jazz background…
Ego & ViceEpisode 144: Will Stockdale of Ottawagigs.ca
There are so many brilliant shows in Ottawa, but finding them isn't always easy. That’s why Will Stockdale started Ottawagigs.ca Will built this site for…
Ego & ViceEpisode 143: Tara Holloway
Tara Holloway is an Ottawa musician, singer songwriter and after hearing the depth and power of her music, definitely an old soul. In the past decade, Tara has…
Ego & ViceEpisode 142: Futura Free
Drawing from their punk roots, Futura Free brings energy, noise and excitement to new heights in every performance. The band is always masterfully fusing…