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Music City Live brings music creators & scene builders together to build an incredible music community. Each episode discusses the humble beginnings, road stories, the magical ideas worked, what to avoid and more. Giving a real look into the lives and careers of the people in all areas of music and their journey. We will discuss what is happening in the world of music today, the scene, the good and the struggles and work on putting ideas out into the world for solutions and great new magical ideas to be created and new relationships to form.

  1. 2D AGO

    Episode 38 – Brendan Kennedy

    World Touring FOH Sound Tech & Tour Manager Brendan Kennedy. Tour Manager & Sound for The Glorious Sons, The Beaches, Valley, Billy Talent, JJ Wilde and More.They talk about his humble beginnings at Sneeky Dees to his journey into touring the world. The difference between touring Asia vs North America, the current state of the music scene, his love for The Maple Leafs & Blue Jays and more. Do not miss this episode!Learn More about Music City Live: www.musiccityliveshow.com Follow us on Instagram: @musiccityliveshowWhere to find :Brendan Kennedyhttps://www.instagram.com/brendankennedy_/https://www.facebook.com/brendankennedy117/https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendankennedyfoh/https://soundbetter.com/profiles/39081-brendan-kennedyMentioned in this episode @thebeachesband   @ThisIsValley   @TheGloriousSons   @BillyTalent   @jjwildechild   @BigWreckOfficial   @TorontoMapleLeafs   @bluejays   @rodemic ​

    2h 12m

  2. JAN 27

    Episode 37 – Andrew "Slipper" Brown

    Episode 37 of Music City Live features World Touring FOH Sound Tech & Tour Manager Andrew "Slipper" Brown. From his humble beginnings attending OIART and working at PA Shop Productions, to his first major gig with Big Sugar and the journey and all of the stories that have led up to today. Andrew and Ryan, discuss the state of the music scene, touring the EU, South America and lots about current tech, venues, management and life on the road. Do not miss this episode!Learn More about Music City Live: www.musiccityliveshow.com Follow us on Instagram: @musiccityliveshowWhere to find Andrew "Slipper" Brown:https://www.abrownaudio.com/homehttps://www.instagram.com/slipper_brown/https://ca.linkedin.com/in/slipperbrownMentioned in this episode @BigSugarBand   @oiart   @pashopproductions6475   @MotherMother   @TheStrumbellas   @BigWreckOfficial   @digicoconsoles   @rodemic ​

    2h 17m

  3. JAN 2

    Episode 36 – John Huff

    Episode 36 of Music City Live features John Huff, Writer, Drummer, Publicist & Podcaster. You can check out his podcast, Semi-Eloquent with John Huff on all streaming platforms, links below. John has worked with incredible Canadian Bands and Artists, Carly Thomas, his World travels with Sarah Smith, and founding member of the former Hiroshima Hearts now (Jenn & The Hearts). Ryan and John discuss John's life and his journey through the music world, which includes confronting some fears that once he got over them, his life was changed forever. This is a great discussion about going from zero to hero and overcoming fear and mental challenges when you are in the thick of the music and real world. They also discuss great topics like ""Starting late in the game", "How to get and lose gigs", "Being a good side player", "AI and the future" and more.Do not miss this episode!Learn More about Music City Live: www.musiccityliveshow.com Follow us on Instagram: @musiccityliveshowWhere to find John Huff:https://www.john-huff.comhttps://open.spotify.com/show/6q1PnRB0IwCKK4RittPl6Yhttps://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/semi-eloquent-with-john-huff/id1459713038https://www.youtube.com/@semieloquenthttps://www.linkedin.com/in/john-huff-3233ba12/

    3h 2m

  4. 12/30/2025

    Episode 35 - Jeff Pelletier

    Episode 35 of Music City Live features Jeff Pelletier, world-touring Front of House Sound Engineer and Tour Manager for Big Wreck, Jesse Cook, The Trews, Gowan, and Allan Rayman.Ryan and Jeff start off by discussing Jeff's journey into music, which includes over a decade spent at Phase One Studios in Toronto, where he started off pouring coffee and grew to be the top engineer there. He then shares a story about what happened after ownership announced it was closing, and how his working there and building relationships proved super valuable and changed his life, sending him on the road around the world.Through passion, talent, and great personal relationships in the music industry, Jeff is proof that you can do anything or go anywhere by staying true to your passions, being nice to people in the music community, and saying yes when they ask you to join them on their journey. Do not miss this episode!Learn More about Music City Live: www.musiccityliveshow.com Follow us on Instagram: @musiccityliveshowWhere to find Jeff Pelletier:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-pelletier-9193521a4/https://www.instagram.com/jeff_pelletier1/https://www.oiart.org/alumni/jeff-pelletierVideos from the bands Jeff works with:Big Wreck:  @BigWreckOfficial  The Trews:  @thetrews  Gowan:  @gowan969  Jesse Cook:  @JesseCookOfficial  Allan Rayman:  @AllanRayman  Mentioned in this episode​ @oiart   @BigSugarBand

    2h 45m

  5. 12/30/2025

    Episode 34 – Darryl Hurs

    Episode 34 of Music City Live features Darryl Hurs, known as the "Indie Man". With a long history starting as a musician in bands and working at HMV buying and selling music media for Indies to a journey through the Internet & Tech boom. Then starting Indie Week in Toronto that in it's peak had 26 venues with live indie music all week long in Toronto, Canada. Darryl is now in London creating a new conference and festival in its 4th year this year called Venue X Venue. This show in collaboration with the London Music Office and others is bringing artists and event bookers from all over the world to London, Canada to book acts for their shows. He also has created an incredible Music Community & Platform called DIT. Darryl and Ryan discuss everything from his journey, music distribution, venues, human connection, metal health and more. Do not miss this episode.Learn More about Music City Live: www.musiccityliveshow.com Follow us on Instagram: @musiccityliveshowWhere to find Darryl Hurs:https://www.instagram.com/darryl_hurs/https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrylhurs/?originalSubdomain=cahttp://venuexvenue.com/team-member/darryl-hurs/More Info on DIT:https://members.ditcommunity.comMore Info on Venue x Venue:https://venuexvenue.com

    1h 57m

  6. 12/30/2025

    Episode 33 – Jay Panaseiko

    Episode 33 of Music City Live features the creative mind at Studio 73 Digital Media, Jay Panaseiko, talking about his life and the journey and life of his father Music Promotional Legend Nick Panaseiko. This being the first long format interview after Nick's passing, Jay and Ryan go through Nick's entire journey of being the "Promo Man", working with bands like Kiss, The Rolling Stones, Queen and many more. Listen to Jay's stories about growing up backstage with Kiss and his own journey which has led him to create a great community festival. Learn More about Music City Live: www.musiccityliveshow.com Follow us on Instagram: @musiccityliveshowWhere to find Nick & Jay Panaseiko:https://www.instagram.com/jaypanaseikohttps://www.linkedin.com/in/studio73digitalmediahttps://www.facebook.com/UltraCreativeMindhttps://www.facebook.com/nick.panaseikoPeople Mentioned in the show: @KISS   @Queen   @TheRollingStones   @ShaniaTwain

    2h 4m

  7. 12/30/2025

    Episode 32 - Mitch Seekins

    Episode 32 of Music City Live features legendary Canadian vocal coach Mitch Seekings joining Ryan Schroeyens for a behind-the-scenes chat about the voice and the many dynamic things people don’t often know. They discuss his journey into vocal coaching and training, sharing stories from being on call for rock stars to helping repair vocal cords, and much more.Mitch has and continue to work with ⁠ @ThreeDaysGrace ⁠ ⁠ @BigWreckOfficial ⁠ ⁠ @TheGloriousSons ⁠ ⁠ @TheDirtyNil ⁠ and many more Learn More about Music City Live: www.musiccityliveshow.com Follow us on Instagram: @musiccityliveshowWhere to find Mitch Seekins:https://mitchseekinsvocalstudio.comhttps://mitchseekinsvocalstudio.com/the-vocal-files/https://www.facebook.com/TheVocalStudio/https://www.instagram.com/mitchseekins_thevocalcoachhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUw6ygBcRmFJC9Q3V5833bA

    2h 12m

  8. 12/25/2025

    Episode 31 – Jag Huligin

    Episode 31 of Music City Live features Jag Huligin joining Ryan Schroeyens for a great chat about his journey into musicGrowing up in the Caribbean islands of Nassau, Bahamas, his musical styles are Hip Hop, Reggae, Dancehall, and traditional Bohemian rake-and-scrape. The conversation touches on life in the islands, his musical influences, and how dance plays a major role in his artistic journey. Now based in London, ON, Jag is collaborating with artists not only from the local scene but from around the world. He also shares insight into his songwriting process and what fuels his creativity.Learn More about Music City Live: www.musiccityliveshow.com Follow us on Instagram: @musiccityliveshowWhere to find Jag Huligin:https://www.instagram.com/jag.huligin/?hl=enhttps://www.facebook.com/Jaghuligin/https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/jag-huligin/1420690581https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ8Tn07-tyu2onlJiV9nIkg

    2h 7m
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Music City Live brings music creators & scene builders together to build an incredible music community. Each episode discusses the humble beginnings, road stories, the magical ideas worked, what to avoid and more. Giving a real look into the lives and careers of the people in all areas of music and their journey. We will discuss what is happening in the world of music today, the scene, the good and the struggles and work on putting ideas out into the world for solutions and great new magical ideas to be created and new relationships to form.

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  • Creator
    Music City Canada
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    38
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Music City Canada
  • Show Website
    Music City Live