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Refolkus

Folk Canada
Gigsalad
Folk Canada
Sunfest
Natalie Mcmaster
Daniel Lew
Sonic Unyon Records
Folk Canada Conference
Music
London, Ontario
Hamilton
House Concerts
AIM Booking Agency
Small World Music Incubator
Climate Education
Climate Justice
Cape Breton
Canada

Refolkus is an original podcast by Folk Canada. Each episode features guests from all areas of the music industry for good conversations and informative chats, with a focus on folk.

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Latest Episodes

In this episode, we sit down with Tim Des Islets, founder of Noisemaker Management and Noisemaker Presents, a Canadian artist management and event promotion company.

Tim shares insights into the world of artist management, the evolving artist-manag... more

In this week’s episode, we sit down with Ann MacKeigan, a media consultant and performance coach with over three decades of experience at CBC.

Ann shares insights on how artists can frame and deliver their stories with confidence, including practica... more

In this week’s episode we chat with multidisciplinary artist, Ahmed Moneka.

We discuss his journey from Iraq to Canada and how music has shaped both his life and his activism. Ahmed shares how he blends his Afro Sufi heritage with jazz, folk, and co... more

In this episode we chat with musician, booking agent and grant-writer, Sage McBride.

Drawing on her experience as both a touring artist and industry professional, Sage shares practical advice on everything from tour routing and self-booking to writi... more

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Recent Guests

Mercedes Caxaj
Artistic co-director of Sunfest
Sunfest
Episode: The Art of Booking Sunfest with Mercedes Caxaj
Mick Janzen
Winnipeg-based folk artist, touring musician, and digital marketer
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Episode: DIY Tour Promotion & Digital Marketing with Mick Janzen
Nicole Rochefort
Founder of AIM Booking Agency; noted leader in Canada's performing arts industry
AIM Booking Agency
Episode: The Art of Booking with Nicole Rochefort of AIM
Natalie McMaster
Singer, fiddler, author of I Have a Love Story
Musician, Cape Breton tradition bearer
Episode: On Life, Love & Music with Natalie MacMaster
Shawna Caspi
Toronto-based folk roots singer-songwriter
Independent musician
Episode: Mastering Sustainable Touring with Shawna Caspi
Ellorie McKnight
Indie folk singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, square dance enthusiast
Based in Whitehorse, Yukon
Episode: Artistry, Climate & the Human Condition with Ellorie McKnight
Mimi O'Bonsawin
Contemporary root singer-songwriter
Musician
Episode: Life on the Road & in the Garden with Mimi O'Bonsawin
Mark Steiner
Co-founder and CEO of GigSalad
GigSalad
Episode: The Art of Booking with Mark Steiner of GigSalad
Paula Sofía
Guatemalan singer-songwriter and arts leader based in Toronto
Self/Small World Music Incubator
Episode: Art as a Practice for Self-Reflection & Leadership with Paula Sofía

Host

Rosalyn Dennett
Host of the show, introduces guests and guides the conversation.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • amazing!

    this podcast is amazing!! these conversations with musicians are engaging and enlightening - thanks FMO for this offering!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mikinof
    Canada3 years ago
  • For artists who want to work smarter, be healthier, make more $

    After working with musicians for a long time and hearing their struggles, I’m so happy that FMO is creating dialogue around their most pressing issues (burn out, mental health, making more $). This is so needed and truly helpful!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TWoodsFraser
    Canada3 years ago
  • What the industry needs!

    Thank you FMO for doing this! I can’t wait for more episodes to come out!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MurdochEnt
    Canada3 years ago

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Content helps artists work smarter and healthier in the music industry.
Engaging conversations with musicians that are informative and inspiring.
Listeners appreciate practical touring and promotion tips for independents.

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Harnessing Criticism to Create with AHI
Q: What advice would you give to someone who wants to emulate your success in streams and nominations?
Don't wish for what I have; there is luck involved, but stay passionate, write honestly, and keep improving your craft through consistent practice and learning from mentors.
Leaning Into Adversity with Daniel Lew
Q: What was your experience like leading the Delegates with Disabilities session at Folk Canada?
Nervous at first, but incredibly rewarding; it underscored the importance of giving space for personal stories and turning those conversations into practical, industry-wide empathy and actionable changes for artists with disabilities.
Leaning Into Adversity with Daniel Lew
Q: What role has reading and philosophy played in your artistry?
Philosophy and self-help literature have helped me slow down, reduce self-doubt, and see practice as a daily ritual. They guide how I structure routines, journaling, and intention-setting to stay grounded and creatively open.
Life on the Road & in the Garden with Mimi O'Bonsawin
Q: Do you mind going a little bit into how you're doing that food prep on the road?
Mimi details a travel kit with a hot plate and small pan to create meals in hotel rooms, emphasizes cooking to avoid gluten exposure due to celiac disease, and describes sourcing gluten-free, organic foods at farmers' markets and cooking in bulk to sustain a 29-day tour.
The Art of Booking with Nicole Rochefort of AIM
Q: Do you encourage artists to take times of rest or build in slow touring?
Yes. We plan strap plans in the off-season, allow for rest periods, and structure touring to align with rest and growth. This helps prevent burnout and ensures sustainable progress toward long-term goals, rather than forcing nonstop activity.

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What is Refolkus about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A candid look at the folk and broader music scene, with guests ranging from independent artists and touring acts to booking professionals and arts leaders. Episodes frequently explore touring strategies, artist development, booking ecosystems, and the role of culture, community, and sustainability in music. The conversations highlight practical tips for artists navigating gigs, branding, and collaboration, alongside thoughtful discussions about leadership, inclusion, and resilience in the arts. This mix often centers on independent projects, DIY approaches, and the importance of authentic relationships with presenters, venues, and audiences. A notable through-line is turning creative work into sustainable practice, whether through tour plan... more

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Recent guests on Refolkus include:

1. Mercedes Caxaj
2. Mick Janzen
3. Nicole Rochefort
4. Natalie McMaster
5. Shawna Caspi
6. Ellorie McKnight
7. Mimi O'Bonsawin
8. Mark Steiner

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