OurSpace with Matt Vettese

Recorded outside the Toronto stop of Slow Joy's I Love You So Much I Could Die Tour, David of Bike Routes joins OurSpace for a special on-location conversation about the band's breakout year.

We discuss the making of their debut album Prairie, how World Apart became the song that introduced so many listeners to the band, and what it's been like hearing fans sing along to songs that began as simple acoustic demos in New Jersey.

Davi...

What really happens after a song goes viral?

This week on OurSpace with Matt Vettese, Gavin and Ricky from INOHA share the story behind the band's breakout success with "Seventh Heaven," the surreal moment they watched the numbers climb in real time, and how they transformed one viral reel into international touring opportunities.

The conversation also explores the making of their new album, This Might Be Useful, why they completel...

What does it really take to build a music career without a label or a viral moment doing the work for you?

lolitslea joins OurSpace to talk about her journey as an independent artist, embracing her "neon pop punk" sound, and bringing the colorful, electronic energy of the late-2000s alternative scene into a new generation.

lolitslea opens up about starting out making pop music before finding the confidence to make the music she'd a...

Nicole Alexis joins OurSpace to discuss her new EP, Mirrors and Smoke, growing up alternative, and why one of her biggest songs almost never existed.

The Nashville-based DIY artist opens up about living with ADHD, teaching herself multiple instruments, hearing fully formed songs in her head from a young age, and documenting life's biggest moments through music.

Nicole also shares how social media helped validate her artistic voice,...

What does touring actually do to your mental health?

Licensed mental health counselor Daniel Rinaldi joins OurSpace to discuss the hidden struggles that musicians, touring crew members and creatives face both on and off the road.

From burnout and sleep deprivation to loneliness, anxiety and the difficult transition back home after tour, Daniel shares practical advice for maintaining your mental health while working in the music ind...

If you're new here, a few years ago, TJ and I co-hosted a podcast called The Top 8. Due to scheduling issues, The Top 8 went on hiatus. But good news if you missed it: TJ is popping in for a random episode of OurSpace to chat our Top 8 favourite releases of the year so far! 

We're going to try to make this a more regular thing when schedules allow. 

Now, go leave the show 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

And let us know what your favourite ...

Zach Goode joins OurSpace with Matt Vettese to discuss becoming the new voice of Smash Mouth, the band's first full-length album of original music in 14 years, Mercury Comet, and what it's really like stepping into one of the most recognizable bands of the '90s and 2000s.

Zach shares how a simple audition turned into fronting Smash Mouth, what he learned from replacing Steve Harwell, and why he believes fans have embraced this new ...

Chief State joins OurSpace with Matt Vettese to discuss their new album Keep Your Friends Closer, why it took nearly two years to finally release, and how becoming a fully collaborative band changed everything.

The Vancouver pop punk outfit talks about evolving creatively, balancing adulthood with being in a touring band, and why they've rediscovered the joy of making music without ...

Russ Rankin of Good Riddance joins OurSpace with Matt Vettese for a chat about the band's new album Before the World Caves In, political songwriting in the Trump era, punk rock activism, and finding hope during turbulent times.

Russ discusses how his approach to songwriting has evolved over the years, why he believes music can still inspire social change, and the importance of creating art that leaves room for listeners to find the...

Jake and Alex of Subtitles join OurSpace with Matt Vettese to discuss their debut album Subtitles On, the challenges of running a band across two continents, and the emotional stories behind some of the record's most impactful songs.

Living in the United States and France, the duo shares how they built the band through technology, late-night writing sessions, and a shared vision for what Subtitles. could become. They also discuss t...

Jason from Toronto's Burning Out joins OurSpace with Matt Vettese to discuss the band's new single "Kill Me Maybe," their upcoming EP, heartbreak, songwriting, DIY culture, and the evolution of the Toronto punk scene.

Jason shares how the band's latest songs chronicle the emotional stages of processing a difficult breakup, why songwriting has become a form of therapy, and how Burnin...

Des Rocs joins OurSpace with Matt Vettese for a chat about his new album To Hell and Back, the future of rock music, surviving a devastating spinal injury, and what it really takes to build a career as a modern rock artist.

Des shares the story behind the album title, discusses recording the record live as a full band, and explains why authenticity, risk, and emotional vulnerability...

Buddy Nielsen of Senses Fail joins OurSpace with Matt Vettese for a deep conversation about the past, present, and future of Senses Fail, including new music, the legacy of Still Searching, the current emo and hardcore scene, festival culture, and why live music still matters more than ever.

Buddy opens up about writing new Senses Fail songs, modernizing the band without losing what fans love, playing major festivals like Welcome t...

Microwave frontman Nate Hardy joins OurSpace with Matt Vettese for a deep dive into the band’s evolution, the emo revival, mental health in music culture, and the future of Microwave.

Fresh off the 10 Years of Much Love anniversary tour with Anthony Green, Nate opens up about:

• Why Much Love exploded years after release
• Touring with Anthony Green
• The resurgence of emo and post-hardcore
• The “sad as fuck” era of...

Tokyo Rose is back.

In this episode of OurSpace with Matt Vettese, Ryan of Tokyo Rose joins the show to talk about the band’s rise during the golden era of emo and pop punk, touring with bands like Taking Back Sunday and The Starting Line, and why the band quietly disappeared after their album leaked during the LimeWire era.

Ryan also opens up about:

• The resurgence of emo and pop punk
• Warped Tour memories
• The transition ...

Tyler of Youth Fountain joins OurSpace with Matt Vettese for an open conversation about the past, present, and future of the project.

We talk about Youth Fountain starting as a solo project, the years as a duo, Cody leaving to join Real Friends, and how Tyler returned to doing everything on his own. Tyler also discusses writing and recording songs himself, touring as a solo artist, leaving Pure Noise Records, fighting burnout, and ...

Jake Luhrs of August Burns Red joins OurSpace to talk about mental health, community, and turning music into something bigger than just songs.

We explore the origins of HeartSupport, how fan interactions shaped its mission, and why the alternative scene has always been rooted in connection and healing. Jake also breaks down his collaboration with Chatter on “Voiceless,” a song centered around finding your voice in a wor...

In this episode of OurSpace with Matt Vettese, I’m joined by Kory from Prince Daddy & The Hyena to break down their brand new album Hotwire Trip Switch and why it’s their most different (and maybe most confident) record yet.

We dive deep into:

-Why they made a “singles album” instead of a concept record -The pressure of writing songs that stand on their own -The evolution of Prince Daddy from their earli...

In this episode of OurSpace with Matt Vettese, I’m joined by Nico and Kevin from Electric Callboy to talk about how they turned heavy music into something you can actually dance to, why their shows feel like a full-on festival experience, and how they went from playing small clubs to massive arenas around the world.

Have you seen Electric Callboy live? What was your experience like?

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