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Welcome to False Starts, the podcast that dives deep into the untold stories of songs that almost were. Join us as we explore the creative process of musicians, uncovering the hidden gems, abandoned tracks, and transformative journeys behind the music we love.
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Good Luck with Ace of Wands (opens the original)
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Today on False Starts we're joined by Lee Rose of Ace of Wands. Forged and led by the vision of singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Lee Rose, Toronto band Ace of Wands is known for their explosive and charismatic live performances, astonishing musicianship, and gothic-rock aesthetics. Evoking the art-rock of PJ Harvey, the orchestral-pop of Kate Bush, and alt-rock fuzz of Nirvana, Ace of Wands creates a fantastical and immersive world of yearning, dread, euphoria, and insight. With lead
The Best Part with Amelia Maxwell (opens the original)
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Amelia Maxwell is a Toronto-based musician. First and foremost a songwriter, she gravitates to indie-rock music, pairing melodic resolution with idiosyncratic lyricism that deals with queerness, grief, nostalgia, and disaffection. She performs her original music with drummer Robyn Bond and bassist Steven Noronha. Last year, Amelia released her debut EP, Lap Dog, and the band has toured it across Ontario and other parts of Canada. Recently Amelia put out a song and video for her single Tough Love
Swayin' Sayin' with With Violet (opens the original)
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With Violet is an East Coast alt-pop band hailing from St. John’s, Newfoundland, blending infectious pop hooks with rock sensibilities and funk-inflected flair. Since reforming in 2021, they’ve captivated audiences with dynamic live shows and a fresh, genre-defying sound that’s earned comparisons to Glass Tiger, Arkells, and Lake Street Dive. The band—Sarah Newell (Vocals & Saxophone), Pete (Vocals & Keyboards), Matthew Cadigan (Guitar), Spencer Fitz (Bass), and Hunter Madden (Drums)—has quickly
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