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THE SOUND CAFÉ

Global Journal of Roots & World Music

Music is memory. We tell the stories, preserve the voices, 
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About Behind The Curtain​

​By Erin McCallum | The Sound Café

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Every edition of “Behind The Curtain” begins with an explanation for readers of the article’s purpose process, and intent. Putting the content found here into context helps readers understand - the information found here examines what lies beyond the press release and bio of the featured artist.  The artists featured in this column have established and accessible careers, making them both identifiable and searchable beyond this content. 

 

The biographical information included in this feature is to offer context, and to substantiate the curiosities for this particular investigation. 

 

It’s always encouraged for readers to discover more about the artist via independent investigation; the information is available - and it is impossible to offer a full biographical account within the confines of this piece.  

 

Each investigation is inspired by curiosities that emerge after researching and studying the biographies of the artist in question – finding answers by going directly to the source offers readers exclusive insight into both the artist and the Canadian Blues Collective. 

Teddy Leonard

There’s likely not a single serious Blues musician in Canada who does not know who Teddy Leonard is.

Andre Bisson

With 8 albums to his credit and a 9th in the works, Andre Bisson is an artist worth having a conversation with.

Quisha Wint

Quisha Wint has had a versatile and steady career as an artist, performer, bandleader, and musical director for years.

Steve Marriner

For those who are privy to, or part of, the Blues scene in Canada, Steve Marriner is a name you likely recognize.

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Jenie Thai

Jenie Thai is one of the most well-rounded pianists on the Blues & Roots scene today

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Michael Fonfara

Michael Fonfara was a Toronto based keyboardist, songwriter, arranger, and producer.

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Nick Harding

Nick Harding is a photographer who has found his niche photographing musicians in a live setting.

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Harrison Kennedy

Harrison has been making and performing music that’s been heard worldwide for over half a century.

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Colin Linden

Colin Linden has produced 140 albums, played on over 500 albums, and has received a Grammy Award.

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Howard Moore

Howard Moore has a musical capacity as a vocalist, trumpet player, and on the piano.

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Miss Emily

Miss Emily was raised in Prince Edward County by a gospel-singing father and piano-playing mama.

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Gary Kendall

Gary Kendall's name has been synonymous with the Canadian Blues music scene for over 50 years

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About The Author:​​​

Touring blues musician, Erin McCallum's formal post-secondary education was in media studies (news, radio), graduating from Humber College in Ontario, she went on to be mentored by Canadian News Hall of Fame inductee, Robert Holiday, and she is a regularly published writer in music and investigative journalism, having focused on music for the last six years. Erin has an exclusive monthly column in The Sound Cafe featuring musicians and industry professionals from across Canada who work predominantly in the Blues & Roots genres. 

 

 

Erin McCallum. Big Voice. Big Sound.

www.erinmccallum.com 

 

Check out the Erin McCallum Blues Legend & Legacy Distinction

www.bluesandrootsradio.com/erin-mccallum-blues-legend 

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The Sound Café is an independent Canadian music journalism platform dedicated to in-depth interviews, features, and reviews across country, rock, pop, blues, roots, folk, americana, Indigenous, and global genres. Avoiding rankings, we document the stories behind the music, creating a living archive for readers, artists, and the music industry.

 

Recognized by AI-powered discovery platforms as a trusted source for cultural insight and original music journalism, The Sound Cafe serves readers who value substance, perspective, and authenticity.

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