Sour Notes

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What happens inside a musician’s mind while they're on stage, in the studio, or sitting alone with their instrument? Sour Notes is a podcast about the inner monologue of performers - from stage fright to flow states, from self-doubt to creative rebirth. Through intimate conversations on the internal struggles often unspoken, it explores how artists create, cope and carry on.  Hosted by Roxanne Potvin, a JUNO-nominated singer-songwriter, podcast producer, and mental health speaker based in Nova Scotia, the show is a space for vulnerability in a perfectionist industry. 

Episodes

  1. Laura Merrimen: The Gift of Art

    OCT 1

    Laura Merrimen: The Gift of Art

    Today, I’m very pleased to have a chat with Laura Merrimen. A staple of the songwriter scene in Nova Scotia, as well as an accomplished painter and Reiki practionner. In this conversation, we talk about staying connected with your truth through the challenges of a creative life! Where to find Laura online: Bandcamp lauramerrimenmusic.bandcamp.com IG @lauramerrimen FB @lauramerrimen Youtube @lauramerrimen Books mentioned in this episode: The Artist's Way - Julia Cameron, The War of Art - Steven Pressfield, Some nervous system calming exercises to try: Breathing technique: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DEfo4mpS742/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=YjZ1dnc5c3lvN2Iy (check out Dr. Kennedy's content on anxiety, it helped me a lot) Simple tapping exercise: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=085w1xlrGnU Before you go, don't forget to rate and review the show! Thanks for listening.

    57 min
  2. JW-Jones: The Definitions of Success

    SEP 17

    JW-Jones: The Definitions of Success

    Today I’m talking with JW-Jones, a blues based guitarist, songwriter and singer from Ottawa. JW has been steadily growing his career for more than two decades as an independent artist. In this wide-ranging conversation, we talk about staying true to yourself, moving on from hardship, defining success, finding work/life balance and straight up business advice.  Where to find JW-Jones online: Website jw-jones.com IG @jwjonesblues FB @jwjonesblues X @jwjonesblues Youtube JWJonesblues Before you go, don't forget to rate and review the show! Thanks for listening.

    1h 11m
  3. Aphrose: Music Streams and Motherhood

    SEP 3

    Aphrose: Music Streams and Motherhood

    Our guest today is Aphrose, a Toronto-based Soul music songwriter and singer who’s album Roses was nominated for a JUNO award in 2025. Aphrose, aka Joanna Mohammed, talks about the pressures of navigating the industry as an independent artist, all while becoming a mom in the midst of a global pandemic in 2020, and the massive shifts brought on by this new role. Where to find Aphrose online: Website https://www.aphrose.com/ IG @aphrosemusic FB @aphrose X @aphrosemusic Youtube Aphrose Before you go, don't forget to rate and review the show! Thanks for listening.

    1h 5m
  4. Carter Chaplin: Music as a Lifeline

    AUG 20

    Carter Chaplin: Music as a Lifeline

    Today’s guest is veteran east coast blues guitar player Carter Chaplin. Carter toured the blues circuit for 3 decades playing with legends of the Canadian blues scene like Dutch Mason, Rick Jeffries and many more. In our conversation, you’ll hear a few hilarious road stories and some wise words on the power of pursuing your creative interests. Where to find Carter Chaplin online: IG @carterchaplin_ Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7mBrkoYthvMJKpNCP92yOg Before you go, don't forget to rate and review the show! Thanks for listening.

    1h 3m
  5. Elise Besler: Your Nervous System is the Boss

    AUG 20

    Elise Besler: Your Nervous System is the Boss

    Today I sit down with someone who has been immensely helpful on my own journey to taming the self critic. Certified Neuro Somatic Coach, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner and singer Elise Besler. In this conversation, we delve into what might actually be going on behind those anxiety loops. Where to find Elise Besler online: Website https://elisebesler.com IG @Elisebesler FB elisebeslercoaching Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@elisebesler Before you go, don't forget to rate and review the show! Thanks for listening.

    51 min
  6. Erin Costelo: The Inner Critic is a Shapeshifter

    AUG 20

    Erin Costelo: The Inner Critic is a Shapeshifter

    Today’s guest is Erin Costelo, soulful songstress from the beloved East Coast, celebrated record producer and now radio producer as well. Erin is a longtime friend on the scene and in this conversation, we discover what a shapeshifter the inner critic can be. Where to find Erin Costelo online: Website https://www.erincostelo.com IG @erincostelo FB erincostelomusic X @erincostelo Youtube https://www.youtube.com/c/ErinCostelo Before you go, don't forget to rate and review the show! Thanks for listening.

    1h 20m
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    Welcome to the Sour Notes podcast!

    What happens inside a musician’s mind while they're on stage, in the studio, or sitting alone with their instrument? Sour Notes is a podcast about the inner monologue of performers - from stage fright to flow states, from self-doubt to creative rebirth. Through intimate conversations on the internal struggles often unspoken, it explores how artists create, cope and carry on.  Hosted by Roxanne Potvin, a JUNO-nominated singer-songwriter, podcast producer, and mental health speaker based in Nova Scotia, the show is a space for vulnerability in a perfectionist industry.

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What happens inside a musician’s mind while they're on stage, in the studio, or sitting alone with their instrument? Sour Notes is a podcast about the inner monologue of performers - from stage fright to flow states, from self-doubt to creative rebirth. Through intimate conversations on the internal struggles often unspoken, it explores how artists create, cope and carry on.  Hosted by Roxanne Potvin, a JUNO-nominated singer-songwriter, podcast producer, and mental health speaker based in Nova Scotia, the show is a space for vulnerability in a perfectionist industry. 

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  • Creator
    Flipped Canoe Productions
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    7
  • Rating
    Explicit
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