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SWOMP’s podcast is your unfiltered backstage pass to the music world. Rooted in Canada and raging worldwide, we bring raw artist interviews, behind-the-scenes chaos, and deep dives into the bands shaping the scene. From legends to rising stars, it’s all about the energy, passion, and stories that make music unforgettable. Plug in and enjoy.

  1. Artikal Sound System bring South Florida groove, chat with SWOMP at Innings Festival 2026

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    Artikal Sound System bring South Florida groove, chat with SWOMP at Innings Festival 2026

    Artikal Sound System performed on the Right Field Stage at Innings Festival 2026 in Tempe, Arizona on Sunday, February 22, delivering an engaging early set that quickly drew the crowd in. SWOMP caught up with singer Logan Rex and drummer Adam Kampf backstage following the performance. The band spoke about feeding off the energy of the audience during their set — getting fans involved with singalongs and even a coordinated dance — while embracing the opportunity to win over new listeners on a major festival stage. Hailing from South Florida, the group also reflected on their origins and evolution, coming together over years of collaboration to build a tight, groove-driven sound rooted in reggae, rock and jazz influences. The conversation also touched on their latest full-length album Are You Smiling Yet?, along with the recent release of Sugarshack Sessions Vol. 3, and what’s next as they continue to build momentum with new music and touring. Follow the band at https://artikalsoundsystem.com/.

    12 min
  2. Common People open main stage, talk breakout moment with SWOMP at Innings Festival 2026

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    Common People open main stage, talk breakout moment with SWOMP at Innings Festival 2026

    Common People kicked off the Home Plate Stage on the final day of Innings Festival in Tempe, Arizona on Sunday, February 22, 2026, becoming the first band to take the festival’s main stage. Fresh off their set, SWOMP caught up with the band backstage in their trailer. The group reflected on playing their first-ever music festival - a milestone moment - and the energy of opening the main stage on the final day of a packed weekend. They also spoke about rolling with the unexpected on stage, embracing the live moment and pushing forward when things don’t go exactly as planned. Formed in a basement in Southern California, the five-piece - made up of members from across the U.S. - built their sound through constant jamming, local shows and a shared love of guitar-driven rock rooted in garage, indie and psychedelia. Their early demos eventually caught the attention of Brad Shultz of Cage The Elephant, leading to a record deal on his Parallel Vision label in partnership with Big Loud Rock. In the interview, the band also discussed their musical influences, the momentum from a string of recent singles and what fans can expect from their upcoming debut EP. Looking ahead, Common People are set to hit the road for a series of shows, including dates supporting Rainbow Kitten Surprise and fellow rising act Congress The Band - continuing what’s shaping up to be a breakout year. Common People is comprised of Nicky Winegardner (vocals), Cormac Cadden (drums), Konrad Ulich (bass, vocals), Asher Thomson (guitar), and Sam Belzer (guitar). Follow the band at https://www.commonpeopleofficial.com/. Photo credit: Kate Lamendola

    16 min
  3. The Ramona Flowers kickstart final day, talk new album with SWOMP at Innings 2026

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    The Ramona Flowers kickstart final day, talk new album with SWOMP at Innings 2026

    The Ramona Flowers played the Right Field Stage on the final day of Innings Festival 2026, delivering an energetic set that helped set the tone early. SWOMP caught up with the band in their trailer following the performance. The group spoke about the rush of opening the final day - with their pounding kick drum already grabbing attention from across the grounds - and what it meant to be part of the Innings Festival lineup. The conversation also touched on their latest album Made By Humans, released in October 2025, including standout tracks like 'Up All Night,' which features Nile Rodgers, and 'Human,' a track that carries an uplifting, communal feel. Connect with the band, here.

    11 min
  4. Canadian MLB pitcher Ryan Dempster talks 'Off The Mound' at Innings Festival 2026

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    Canadian MLB pitcher Ryan Dempster talks 'Off The Mound' at Innings Festival 2026

    Former Major League Baseball pitcher, World Series champion, All-Star and Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame inductee Ryan Dempster took some time out of his busy schedule at Innings Festival 2026 in Tempe, Arizona to chat with SWOMP. Dempster, who leads “Off The Mound” - a late night-style talk show featuring MLB stars past and present alongside personalities from across sports and entertainment - once again brought his show on the road throughout the festival weekend. The Gibsons, British Columbia native conducted live interviews from the Left Field Stage with members of Sublime, OK Go, Public Enemy, Vertical Horizon and Eve 6, along with several former and current Major League Baseball players. SWOMP caught up with Dempster to touch on a range of topics, including the opening day energy at Innings Festival, the preparation behind “Off The Mound,” the crossover between music and baseball, his transition into broadcasting and hosting, and his connection with fellow performers like Eddie Vedder. A 16-year MLB veteran, Dempster played for the Florida Marlins, Cincinnati Reds, Chicago Cubs, Texas Rangers and Boston Red Sox. He was a two-time All-Star, World Series champion and recipient of the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame’s Tip O’Neill Award before being inducted into the Hall in 2019. Today, he remains a prominent voice in the game as an analyst with MLB Network and Marquee Sports Network, while continuing to evolve “Off The Mound” into one of the most unique crossover shows in sports and entertainment. More details are available at https://offthemound.com/.

    13 min
  5. Congress The Band chats with SWOMP at Innings Festival 2026

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    Congress The Band chats with SWOMP at Innings Festival 2026

    Congress The Band are quickly moving beyond their roots as a cover band in Charleston, and their early set at the Innings Festival showed a group stepping confidently into a new chapter. Sporting matching baseball jerseys, the band brought a mix of indie and Southern rock to the Right Field Stage, setting the tone for the opening day crowd with a high-energy performance. “This is our first time playing in Arizona,” vocalist William Bennett told the audience. “We’re so happy to be here.” The set highlighted the band’s evolution, as they prepare to release a slew of new original music, including their latest single “Bay Street.” SWOMP caught up with the band shortly after their performance to talk about their Innings debut, their transition from cover band to emerging artists, and what’s ahead for the rest of the year. Follow the band at https://congresstheband.com/.

    11 min
  6. Quebec singer-songwriter Avril Jensen on her debut album 'Is Any of This Real?' + March 27 show at Drake Underground in Toronto

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    Quebec singer-songwriter Avril Jensen on her debut album 'Is Any of This Real?' + March 27 show at Drake Underground in Toronto

    Avril Jensen once dreamed of becoming an astronaut or a screenwriter. Instead, the Quebec singer-songwriter found her calling in music — a path she describes as written in the stars. Jensen, who performs in both French and English, is building her career beyond Quebec and will celebrate the one-year anniversary of her debut album Is Any of This Real? with a special show March 27, 2026 at Drake Underground. SWOMP caught up with Jensen for an interview. Following an independent approach, Jensen’s pop sound sits at the intersection of acoustic and electronic music. She views each of her songs as a short story, using her music as a playground for narrative exploration. The anniversary performance highlights a breakthrough year for the young artist. Jensen earned three nominations at the GAMIQ (Gala alternatif de la musique indépendante du Québec), including Breakthrough Artist (Révélation), Indie Pop Album for Is Any of This Real?, and Self-Produced Music Video for the visual companion to “i might jump out of the car.” She is also a recipient of the SOCAN Foundation Young Songwriter Award. Jensen has received early media support from CBC, Billboard Canada, BrooklynVegan and La Presse, among others. Follow her at avriljensen.com. Photo credit: Camille Gladu-Drouin

    12 min
  7. Jade Eagleson discusses his first headlining tour 'Coming Soon to a Honky Tonk Near You'

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    Jade Eagleson discusses his first headlining tour 'Coming Soon to a Honky Tonk Near You'

    Canadian country star Jade Eagleson is bringing his first-ever headlining North American tour to London Music Hall on Feb. 9 (tickets, here), marking a key Southwestern Ontario stop on the fast-rising artist’s “Coming Soon to a Honky Tonk Near You” run. The London date lands near the end of a coast-to-coast tour that traced Eagleson’s journey from Western Canada through the U.S. Midwest and back home to Ontario. It will come just days after a Toronto performance at The Opera House and ahead of shows in Ottawa and Montreal, before the tour wraps in Peterborough, 20 minutes from his hometown of Bailieboro, in a sold-out finale on Feb. 14. SWOMP caught up with Eagleson for an interview about the tour. At 31, Eagleson has quickly established himself as one of the most consistent hitmakers in Canadian country music, while openly championing a neo-traditional sound rooted in classic country storytelling. Since the release of his self-titled debut album in 2020, Eagleson has amassed more than 335 million global streams and over 130 million YouTube views. The album produced four GOLD-certified and two PLATINUM-certified singles. His follow-up releases have continued that momentum. Eagleson has earned five No. 1 singles at Canadian country radio, with multiple GOLD and PLATINUM certifications across his sophomore album and his latest release, Do It Anyway, which includes two GOLD and one PLATINUM-certified tracks. Industry recognition has followed. Eagleson was named Entertainer of the Year and Male Artist of the Year at the 2023 Canadian Country Music Association Awards, won Album of the Year in 2024, and most recently took home Male Artist of the Year again at the 2025 CCMA Awards. Earlier this year, he also earned his fourth JUNO Award nomination. Raised on a family farm near Bailieboro, Eagleson stepped away from farm life in 2017 to pursue music full-time. Since then, his career has taken him well beyond Ontario, including performances for troops in Norway and a debut appearance at the Grand Ole Opry in October 2024. Following the conclusion of this tour, he is set to head overseas to perform at C2C Festival in Berlin, Germany, in March 2026. Eagleson also confirmed that new music is on the way this year, with material that builds on his traditional influences while reflecting his rapid growth as a headlining artist. The “Coming Soon to a Honky Tonk Near You” tour kicked off Jan. 22 in Spokane, Washington, and also included stops in Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, Minneapolis and Chicago. Follow him at https://www.jadeeagleson.com/. Photo credit: Bree Fish

    15 min
  8. Washington singer CJ Hooper on his sophomore album 'Over Yonder'

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    Washington singer CJ Hooper on his sophomore album 'Over Yonder'

    Washington-based country singer and songwriter CJ Hooper is drawing on his Texas roots for his second album, Over Yonder, set for release Feb. 6, 2026. SWOMP caught up with CJ for interview to discuss his new album.  Music has been a constant in Hooper’s life, from childhood piano lessons to picking up the guitar in his early teens. He grew up listening to classic country artists such as Hank Williams, Merle Haggard and the Charlie Daniels Band, shaping the traditional yet personal sound that defines his music today. After graduating from Texas A&M University, Hooper immersed himself in the Texas live music scene, influenced by artists including Jason Boland, Cory Morrow, Mike McClure, Pat Green and Todd Snider. He later worked across several states in golf course maintenance before settling in western Washington, drawn by cooler summers and access to the outdoors. Songwriting soon became a serious pursuit, leading Hooper to record his own material. Over Yonder follows his 2025 debut album, Primero, and shows his continued evolution as a songwriter, balancing creative exploration with the simple joy of bringing a song to life. More information is available at cjhoopermusic.com.

    12 min
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SWOMP’s podcast is your unfiltered backstage pass to the music world. Rooted in Canada and raging worldwide, we bring raw artist interviews, behind-the-scenes chaos, and deep dives into the bands shaping the scene. From legends to rising stars, it’s all about the energy, passion, and stories that make music unforgettable. Plug in and enjoy.

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    SWOMP
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
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