Formed in Ottawa in 2014, Elementals built a reputation as a hardworking fixture of the local independent music scene. Over the years, the band released multiple records, including I'm Not Here, I'm Not Real and Mother Nature and Her Bipolar Tendencies. The band has recently completed a new EP that is due sometime this fall with a big release show. TBAhttps://elementalsband.bandcamp.com/egoandvicepodcast.com egoandvi...

Episode #6 - "Bashes, banners and Bluesfest bruises" is now available. With songs by:Days on Parade and The Hunt ClubMusic is used with the permission of the artist.  From the creators of the Ego & Vice Podcast comes Mike & Vic’s Southie Stories—a fresh, off-the-cuff show that blends humor, heart, and a love for Ottawa’s music scene. Hosted by local musicians Mike and Vic, the podcast dives int...

The Desert Island Big Band is an Ottawa-based art-rock project led by musician, producer, and author Stefan Jurewicz. Blending indie rock, alternative pop, and experimental sounds, the band crafts story-driven music that balances gritty textures with memorable melodies. The Desert Island Big Band has become known for its imaginative songwriting and theatrical live performances. Their music explores themes of perspect...

Episode #8  is now available everywhere! Showcasing the songs from Ottawa bands: "Blinding Sunrise" by Valvehead"Peacekeeprs" by B.A.L.M Squad"Open Door" by Victor ComplexThe South Hood Stereo is Ottawa’s local music showcase podcast, dedicated to amplifying the voices and songs of the city’s vibrant artists. As the sister show to the long-running Ego & Vice Podcast, it carries forward a tradi...

Showcasing the songs from Ottawa bands: "Jelly Bean" by Teenage Fictionhttps://linktr.ee/teenagefiction"Elaborate Dogs" by The Desert Island Big Bandhttps://linktr.ee/desertislandbigband "Angel Static" by Elementals https://www.instagram.com/elementalsbandThe South Hood Stereo is Ottawa’s local music showcase podcast, dedicated to amplifying the voices and songs of the city’s vibrant artists. As the si...

Holly Acres is an Ottawa-based pop-punk band bringing a nostalgic early-2000s sound into the modern scene. Known for their catchy riffs, high-energy performances, and sing-along hooks, the band blends classic pop-punk influences with honest, relatable lyrics. Since emerging in the local scene, Holly Acres has toured across Canada and released two EPs, Past To The Future (2022) and Starting Over (2023) With their infe...

Candy Says is a three-piece punk band from Ottawa, bringing raw energy, sharp attitude, and unapologetic identity to the local scene. Blending influences from bands like Wire, The Damned, Bikini Kill, and The Cramps, their sound sits somewhere between classic punk urgency and modern queercore grit. Formed over a year ago, Candy Says has quickly made a name for themselves through high-energy live shows and a growing p...

Episode #5 - Peter Pan....not a good guyWith songs by: Futura Free and Ciggie & The Darts Music is used with the permission of the artist.  From the creators of the Ego & Vice Podcast comes Mike & Vic’s Southie Stories—a fresh, off-the-cuff show that blends humor, heart, and a love for Ottawa’s music scene. Hosted by local musicians Mike and Vic, the podcast dives into what’s happening arou...

Bronson Novella is an indie punk/folk rock duo from Ottawa, Ontario, known for their emotive songwriting and intimate blend of folk, rock, and alternative influences. They’ve played numerous shows around Ottawa venues including gigs at LIVE! on Elgin and at the House of TARG and have celebrated releases like their EP Bronson Novella "Is Worried About You" which helped cement their place as an emerging voice in the ar...

Episode #6 is now available everywhere!Showcasing the songs  "Passing The Torch" by Chapter33 "Small World" by Kingfisher"Expensive Taste" by Double Experience The South Hood Stereo is Ottawa’s local music showcase podcast, dedicated to amplifying the voices and songs of the city’s vibrant artists. As the sister show to the long-running Ego & Vice Podcast, it carries forward a tradition of champion...

Sharlee is an Ottawa-based pop/rock band fronted by powerhouse vocalist and songwriter Sharlee Palmer. Known for her dynamic voice and energetic live performances, Sharlee blends alternative rock, pop, and soulful influences into a sound that ranges from heartfelt ballads to high-energy anthems. Launching her solo project in 2023 after performing with several bands across Canada, Sharlee quickly gained attention on t...

The South Hood Stereo is Ottawa’s local music showcase podcast, dedicated to amplifying the voices and songs of the city’s vibrant artists. As the sister show to the long-running Ego & Vice Podcast, it carries forward a tradition of championing independent talent while carving out its own identity as a platform centered exclusively on music. Hosted by Ego & Vice Podcast creator,  Mike Mitani, alongs...

Lazy Bratz are a three-piece punk rock band from Ottawa, Canada, delivering massive energy, mayhem, and a raw rock ’n’ roll attitude. Their songs range from unapologetic party-and-debauchery anthems to politically charged tracks that confront anarchy, social upheaval, and frustration with how the world operates. Known for explosive, high-energy live shows and well-crafted DIY studio releases. Lazy Bratz are...