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Almost Famous Enough
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…
Episodes
Almost Famous Enoughep54 Sean Burns is very comfortable
Glen Erickson talks with Winnipeg musician, radio host and country historian Sean Burns. Sean is the frontman of Lost Country and the bassist for Corb Lund and…
Almost Famous Enoughep53 Damhnait Doyle is finally free
Juno-nominated singer-songwriter and CBC Music host Damhnait Doyle returns with her deeply authentic EP, Bird and Flame. We dig into her surreal start being…
Almost Famous Enoughep52 Brandon Wolfe Scott non blonde
Brandon on Yukon Blonde, solo music, and building a sustainable creative life Brandon talks with Glen Erickson about balancing his long-running role in Yukon…
Almost Famous Enoughep51 Joel Plaskett thinking out loud
Joel Plaskett on music, identity, and the tension between analog life and AI Joel Plaskett joins Glen Erickson for a wide-ranging conversation that moves from…
Almost Famous Enoughep50 Chevy Beaulieu is a bush baby
Chevy Beaulieu talks through the long road from playing family gigs in the Northwest Territories to signing with 604 Records and releasing his self-titled…
Almost Famous Enoughep49 Jon Bryant is more at home
Glen Erickson talks with Jon Bryant about the winding path from art school album covers to a career in indie folk, acting, and voice work. The conversation…
Almost Famous Enoughep48 Lisa Jacobs finds little joys
Freelance musician and multi-instrumentalist Lisa Jacobs joins me to discuss her diverse career as an award-winning bass player and a dedicated music…
Almost Famous Enoughep47 Skye Wallace is adaptable
What does it take to sustain a 12-year independent music career? Canadian rock-and-folk artist Skye Wallace joins the conversation to dissect the realities of…
Almost Famous Enoughs3 Post-Fame Plus presents Hot Takes with Matthew
What does music genre even mean anymore? Former guest Matthew Willox returns to challenge traditional Billboard classifications like rock, country, and…
Almost Famous Enoughep46 Jacob Brodovsky is serious
Jacob Brodovsky uncovers his journey as a singer-songwriter from Winnipeg’s rich music community while discussing his highly anticipated new album, Tell the…
Almost Famous Enoughep45 Ken Yates has range
Canadian singer-songwriter Ken Yates returns to discuss fatherhood, touring logistics, and his signature sonic evolution. We dive into how he scaled back to a…
Almost Famous Enoughep44 Jake Vaadeland is a continuation
Discover the inspiring story of Jake Vaadeland, a young Saskatchewan musician blending traditional prairie country roots with rockabilly and bluegrass…
Almost Famous Enoughep43 Becca McFarlane is a swan
Design is the silent partner of every great record, yet the path to becoming a creative director in the music industry is rarely linear. From navigating the…
Almost Famous Enoughep42 Shub has timing
Explore the intersection of turntablism, indigenous culture, and electronic music with Juno-winning artist Shub. From his early days as a DMC Canada champion…
Almost Famous Enoughep41 Danielle McTaggart is Larkk
Danielle McTaggart has navigated a fascinating evolution from the early days of Dear Rouge and winning the Peak Performance Project to her evocative new solo…
Almost Famous Enoughep40 Jody Glenham is a lifer
Jody Glenham shares her 20-year evolution in the Canadian music industry, from the legendary Sidetrack Cafe door in Edmonton, to the forefront of the Vancouver…
Almost Famous Enoughep39 Mariel Buckley keeps winning
We catch up with Juno Award winner Mariel Buckley following her big win for Contemporary Roots Album of the Year. We dive into the grit behind the glamour -…
Almost Famous Enoughep38 Mia Kelly practices joy
Canadian indie folk artist Mia Kelly joins the podcast during a rare break at her home base in Gatineau. We dive into her life on the road, her recent…
Almost Famous Enoughs3 Post-Fame Plus presents Hot Takes with Josh
Season 3 special brought to you by Post-Fame Plus with Alexi and Glen. Featuring a new segment, HOT TAKES with JOSH. Alexi pitches her dad's upcoming show with…
Almost Famous Enoughep37 Aysanabee is a gift
Aysanabee shares his journey from Sandy Lake First Nation to winning two Junos, exploring his musical influences, the impact of awards on his career, and the…
Almost Famous Enoughep36 Sammy Volkov is a classic tale
Sammy Volkov has taken an uncommon path to his sophomore solo record, Songs from the Goodbye Garden. We dive into the indie music hustle, as the common thread…
Almost Famous Enoughep35 Striker just wanna have fun
Dan Cleary and Tim Brown are two members of Edmonton-based heavy metal powerhouse Striker. As they approach two decades in the music industry, the guys discuss…
Almost Famous Enoughep34 Shawn Hall The Harpoonist
Award-winning blues artist Shawn Hall (The Harpoonist) joins Glen for a candid conversation about reinvention nearly two decades into his career. From gritty…
Almost Famous Enoughep33 Julianna Riolino feels a lot
Season 3 kicks off with Canadian artist Julianna Riolino, whose genre-defying music blends fifties soul, rock and roll, and Canadiana influences. Glen caught…
Almost Famous Enoughs2 Post-Fame Plus: Wrapped 2025
s2 Post-Fame-Plus Wrapped Dec 18, 2025 00:47:43 In this special episode of Post-Fame Plus, Alexi and Glen reflect on their Spotify Wrapped for 2025, discussing…
Almost Famous Enoughep32 Eamon Mcgrath was always punk
ep32 Eamon Mcgrath was always punk released Dec 11, 2025 2:05:54 Eamon McGrath is a Canadian musician, songwriter, and author from Edmonton, Alberta, currently…
Almost Famous Enoughep31 Terra Lightfoot is charm(ed)(ing)
ep31 Terra Lightfoot is charm(ed)(ing) released December 4, 2025 1:36:50 In this engaging conversation, Terra Lightfoot shares her journey from Halliburton…
Almost Famous Enoughep30 Begonia unravels the fantasy
ep30 Begonia unravels the fantasy released November 27, 2025 1:26:37 In this engaging conversation, Glen Erickson speaks with Begonia, a Winnipeg-born artist…
Almost Famous Enoughep29 Tyson Boyd sells optimism
ep29 Tyson Boyd sells optimism released November 20, 2025 1:46:39 Tyson Boyd, a prominent figure in Edmonton’s music scene, discusses his multifaceted career…
Almost Famous Enoughep28 Greg Gillespie is my bestie
ep28 Greg Gillespie is my bestie released Nov 13, 2025 1:40:26 Greg Gillespie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greg_gillespie/ In this heartfelt and…
Almost Famous Enoughep27 Ryan Langlois + Jonah David with intention
ep27 Ryan Langlois + Jonah David with intention released October 30, 2025 01:53:24 Glen Erickson sits down to talk with musician Ryan Langlois and his son…
Almost Famous Enoughep26 The Wheat Pool reunite
ep26 The Wheat Pool reunites released October 23, 2025 2:27:20 The Wheat Pool “Delicate tales of life masked beneath amped-up Canadiana; a songwriter’s band…
Almost Famous Enoughep25 Shaela Miller likes to garden
ep25 Shaela Miller likes to garden released October 16, 2025 1:30:43 Shaela Miller discusses the evolution of her music career, her commitment to staying true…
Almost Famous Enoughep24 Joelle May is on the scene
ep24 Joelle May is on the Scene released October 9, 2025 1:44:35 Summary: Joelle May delves into her unique career transition from the oil and gas industry to…
Almost Famous Enoughep23 Kelsi Mayne deserves this
ep23 Kelsi Mayne deserves this released Oct 2, 2025 1:20:59 hosts: Glen Erickson, Alexi Erickson Episode Summary: In this episode, Glen Erickson interviews…
Almost Famous Enoughep22 Fake Shark new monster
ep22 Fake Shark new monster released September 25, 2025 1:15:44 Hosts: Glen Erickson, Alexi Erickson Guest: Kevvy (Fake Shark) Episode Overview: In this…
Almost Famous Enoughep21 Mike Edel can still do this
ep21 Mike Edel can still do this released September 18, 2025 01:41:59 Guest: Mike Edel singer/songwriter Hosts: Glen Erickson + Alexi Erickson Episode…
Almost Famous Enoughep20 Peter Dreams in July
ep20 Peter Dreams in July released Sept 11, 2025 01:15:09 Guest: Peter Dreams (Peter Dreimanis), musician, actor, and member of July Talk Hosts: Glen Erickson…
Almost Famous Enoughep19 Jen Fritz goes public
ep19 Jen Fritz goes public released Sept 4, 2025 1:33:35 Host Glen Erickson and publicist Jen Fritz discuss the evolution of music publicity, the challenges…
Almost Famous Enoughep18 Hotel Mira is very noble
ep18 Hotel Mira is very noble released August 28, 2025 1:45:13 Join host Glen Erickson in a candid conversation with Mike Noble, bassist for the Canadian alt…
Almost Famous Enoughep17 Boy Golden is not the boy
ep17 Boy Golden is not the boy released August 21, 2025 1:13:59 Boy Golden is the stage name of Liam Duncan, a Juno-nominated alternative-country…
Almost Famous Enoughs1.4 Post-Fame Plus
s1.4 Post-Fame Plus July 11, 2025 00:20:22 Hosts Glen Erickson and Alexi Erickson deliver the final summer installment of Post-Fame Plus, and discuss their…
Almost Famous Enoughs1.3 Post-Fame Plus
s1.3 Post-Fame Plus July 3, 2025 00:19:54 In episode three of the summer series 'Post-Fame Plus', hosts Alexi and her dad Glen discuss their music exchange…
Almost Famous Enoughs1.2 Post-Fame Plus
s1.2 Post-Fame Plus June 26, 2025 00:23:05 In this second bonus episode of "Post-Fame Plus," hosts Glen Erickson and Alexi Erickson share their music…
Almost Famous Enoughs1.1 Post-Fame Plus
s1.1 Post-Fame Plus June 19, 2025 00:26:00 In this bonus episode series titled "Post-Fame Plus," hosts Glen Erickson and Alexi Erickson discuss their favorite…
Almost Famous Enoughep16 Jessica Lemmon is entertained
ep16 Jessica Lemmon is entertained released May 8, 2025 1:33:49 Jessica Lemmon, CEO and founder of Lemmon Entertainment, shares her journey from being a music…
Almost Famous Enoughep15 Arlo Maverick planting seeds
ep15 Arlo Maverick planting seeds released May 1, 2025 1:45:17 Arlo Maverick, Edmonton-based MC and community builder, discusses his extensive career in hip…
Almost Famous Enoughep14 Lyle Bell will shout secrets
ep14 Lyle Bell will shout secrets released April 3, 2025 1:16:45 Lyle Bell, a multifaceted career artist from Edmonton, is renowned for his extensive…
Almost Famous Enoughep13 The Deep Dark Woods can feel it
ep13 The Deep Dark Woods can feel it released April 17, 2025 1:13:08 Ryan Boldt of The Deep Dark Woods reflects on his twenty-year music career, emphasizing…
Almost Famous Enoughep12 Robin Cisek isn't playing
ep12 Robin Cisek released April 10, 2025 1:20:41 Robin Cisek is a Métis pop artist not just dipping her toes into the music industry, but fully submerged…
Almost Famous Enoughep11 Matthew Willox has a spark
ep11 Matthew Willox has a spark released April 3, 2025 1:34:43 Guest website: https://matthewwillox.art/ Guest Instagram…
Almost Famous Enoughep10 Chris Wynters is authentic af
ep10 Chris Wynters is authentic af released March 27, 2025 1:19:13 Chris Wynters is the frontman of 90s indie band Captain Tractor and manager of current…
Almost Famous Enoughep9 Brandi Sidoryk is in Nice Horse
ep9 Brandi Sidoryk is in Nice Horse released March 20, 2025 1:47:56 Brandi Sidoryk is a multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, bassist, guitarist, french horn-ist -…
Almost Famous Enoughep8 Leeroy Stagger is a light
ep8 Leeroy Stagger is a light released March 13, 2025 1:24:14 In this engaging episode, Glen Erickson sits down with roots rock and Americana singer-songwriter…
Almost Famous Enoughep7 Adaline is a bad believer
ep7 Adaline is a bad believer released March 6, 2025 1:46:42 In this heartfelt episode of 'Almost Famous Enough,' Glen Erickson reconnects with his old friend…
Almost Famous Enoughep6 Kurt Dahl is lawyerdrummer
ep6 Kurt Dahl is lawyerdrummer released February 27, 2025 1:28:45 In this engaging conversation, Glen Erickson interviews Kurt Dahl, an entertainment lawyer…
Almost Famous Enoughep5 Cris Derksen does her job
ep5 Cris Derksen does her job released February 20, 2025 1:41:08 In this episode, Glen Erickson interviews Cris Derksen, an accomplished two-spirit…
Almost Famous Enoughep4 The Royal Foundry are ok
ep4 The Royal Foundry are OK released February 13, 2025 1:36:46 In this episode of Almost Famous Enough, host Glen Erickson talks with Jared Salte of The Royal…
Almost Famous Enoughep3 Tamara Beatty sees your voice
ep3 Tamara Beatty sees your voice released February 6, 2025 1:47:56 In this episode, host Glen Erickson sits down with renowned vocal coach Tamara Beatty to…
Almost Famous Enoughep2 Grant Lawrence is my DJ
ep2 Grant Lawrence is my DJ release date: January 30, 2025 run time: 1:49:27 In this episode, we sit down with Canadian music personality Grant Lawrence to…