Hailing from Winnipeg, Manitoba, Show Pony is a wild ride through the heart of rock and roll, dressed to thrill in cowboy hats, snake skin boots, and a shimmer of sequins. With a raw fusion of gutsy punk energy and arena-shaking rock 'n' roll, they pull listeners into their electrifying, glam-soaked universe. Their sound is a high-octane mix of soaring melodies, blistering spaghetti-western riffs, and infectious choruses that stick in your head long after the show ends.
Find Show Pony:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5r5fSaNafAZELEOuw650jo
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/show-pony/1545835487
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy81OMHXk-gMDFj4bhJVChw
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/showponyband/
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Guilty Sleep is an emo/shoegaze adjacent band centered around the melancholic reality of staying in bed and doing nothing. Backed by Eric, Haise, Nick, Liam, and Los, Guilty Sleep aims to create a wall of sound that engulfs listeners as they continue through the monotony of life.
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3SzyT1sZGeTds7tluS62gS
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/guilty-sleep/1679865919
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@guiltysleepmusic
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/guiltysleep.music/
Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inthezone.wpg/
Jace Bodner, a funk/soul/pop artist hailing from Winnipeg, Canada, is recognized for more than just his incredibly handsome looks. Drawing inspiration from funk and soul legends like Stevie Wonder, Earth Wind & Fire, and Vulfpeck, Jace's music also explores the realms of rock and folk, resulting in a distinctive blend infused with his own creative flair. He is currently based in Nice, France, as the guitarist for international event band, The Phly Boyz.
Find Jace:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1UE9lf5Ycq89gWzf4NJHOV
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jace-bodner/1532094322
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jacebodner
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacebodner/
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At just 22 years of age, Irvin Miller is quickly gaining recognition as one of Manitoba’s most exciting young performers. Elevating the room with his unique blend of country, funk, gospel, and old-school R&B, he conjures a songwriting ability seldom found in artists of his age group. Pairing that with his soulful voice and relaxed charisma, Irvin Miller is cementing himself as one of the finest rising stars that Western Canada has to offer.
Find Irvin:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2mMtJ8QS6UQRanMhKU8TZm
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/irvin-miller/1805133589
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@irvinmillermusic
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/irvinmillerband/
Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inthezone.wpg/
Inspired by Weezer, Green Day, and blink-182, also-ran aims to bring something new to the listener's ear, still paying homage to the groups that came before. Not quite Pop-Punk or Alt-Rock, also-ran uses chunky power chords and blazing guitar solos to write music that simplifies complex emotions and encourages self-expression. Their new EP, "Wither" is out now!
Find also-ran:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0VratTJihWzUZKzrt01Gdx
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/also-ran/1668803453
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@alsoranofficial
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alsoranofficial/
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Carlo Capobianco is a Winnipeg-based pop artist who is making waves in the indie music scene with a sound that pushes the boundaries of contemporary pop. As an androgynous, gender-bending pop star in a city dominated by indie rock, standing out isn’t just a stylistic choice—it’s embedded in his DNA. With an innate disregard for systems that scapegoat individuality, Carlo crafts music that invites fans to shamelessly embrace their authentic selves.
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2j5mx95msTlH245zlQ6YsE
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/carlo-capobianco/1578096713
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@carlocapobiancomusic
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carlocapobianco/
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Club Wagon Creek is a unique blend of folk rock, americana, and outlaw country, hailing from the heart of Manitoba, Canada. Formed in 2022 by Zak Cudney, a jack of all trades starting as a drummer and transitioning to frontman, and Mitchell Friesen, a guitarist who began in hard rock roots but channeled his knowledge into more outlaw western styles. In 2024, veteran bass player Jason Whitehead was brought on, bringing an eclectic vibe to the band’s energy. They have earned a devoted following across Manitoba and on tours throughout Alberta and Saskatchewan.
Find Club Wagon Creek:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4P2xNcGR9A7mzBFgJI8osl
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/club-wagon-creek/1630312782
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@clubwagoncreek
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clubwagoncreek/
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Tuva Bergstrom is an independent singer/songwriter/front-woman/Christmas miracle from Winnipeg, Manitoba. Her journey in music started when she began street busking as a young teen, and has since gone on to grow deep roots in the Winnipeg music scene. With the help of her bands, Jupiter Meltdown and Strawberry Punch, this little Swedish cherub is here to take the world by storm.
Tuva:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5cmmCgkbcpQGkxBf6OFMJf
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/tuva-bergstrom/1333140134
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ @tuvabergstrom9560
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oh.its.tuva/
Jupiter Meltdown:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4s9NlAJ6ejx9nsxj6qFvAy
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jupiter-meltdown/1646134957
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCM6hJhFVDcnqkHiOp-81uGg
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jupitermeltdown/
Strawberry Punch:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7MzLdaVA7LexzupwS39q5h
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/strawberry-punch/1837604719
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGrBw7IHZPhemFpFlXKcclA
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strawberrypunchband/
Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inthezone.wpg/
Scarlette Alexis is a Winnipeg musician who started her musical career releasing songs on SoundCloud in 2020. She made her first official release with Heartscapes in 2023. Since then she's formed the band Solaire, in which she's the lead singer/songwriter and guitarist.
Find Scarlette:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4QJ52XzcYZ4o3bjMJAwxSr
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/scarlette-alexis/1693692141
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@scarlette.alexis-music
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scarlette_alexis.music/
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Alex Guidry is the lead singer and guitarist of Hallfield, an ever-shifting musical recording and performing group based out of Winnipeg, MB. Since establishing in 2022, Hallfield has recorded and released 3 EPs with varying themes, tones and sounds.
"Feeling Good" is out now:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/58W4HlQrJoU14zKqYa3hlL
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/hallfield/1709298470
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNdJ-4dNDWeekMbMHgHvs-g
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hallfieldmb/
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Silas Presley is a 21-year-old singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer from Southern Manitoba, blending blues-driven roots with a modern psychedelic rock edge. With a growing live presence and his first full-length album underway at Winnipeg’s No Fun Club, Silas' latest single “In The Evergreens” is out now.
Find Silas:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0uaohAX5ioYTRs5sbraMdr
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/silas-presley/1575570488
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SilasPresley
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaspresley/
Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inthezone.wpg/
The Love Letters are a rock band from Winnipeg, MB known for their energetic live shows and short bios.
Find The Love Letters:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6flXc81CDYKHgGRhw9Upjx
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/the-love-letters/1758012369
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBHICBF3k19ctrDcaK-IRRw
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lovelettersband/
Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inthezone.wpg/
GLADLY is the creation of multi-instrumentalist and songwriter, Glenn Radley.
With influences ranging from My Chemical Romance to Father John Misty to Courtney Barnett to Linkin Park, GLADLY blends grunge, pop song worship, and harmonies to create exciting and catchy music.
Find GLADLY:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3GLFJLvQPxprbJuYdLlMBt
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/gladly/1653889345
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@callmegladly
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gladlymusic/
Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inthezone.wpg/
Tomzy & Demzy are a rap duo from Nigeria with a unique sound, unique to their experiences. After residing in the UK for a few years, they moved to Canada. Tomzy & Demzy are gradually making a name in the Canadian scene with their refreshing sound. Their story is all in the music.Find Tomzy & Demzy:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1Bi7hKfTOj0vYIWuuyt1zQ
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/tomzy-demzy/1457496314
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tomzydemzy
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tomzy__demzy/
Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inthezone.wpg/
Emmanuel Bongar is the bassist of Solaire, and bassist/vocalist of spectrums. Solaire’s latest single, Key is out next week!
Emmanuel is also a freelance videographer/photographer; DM on Instagram @emmanuelbongar for inquiries.
Listen to Solaire:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2tIlS8LQDSdmYSDHRX7hOA
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/solaire/1796883534
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SolaireMusicWinnipeg
Emmanuel's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmanuelbongar/
Podcast instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inthezone.wpg/
Since 2022, Second Floor Patients has barely been keeping it together as a 3-piece punk-rock project. The band turns their scatterbrain thoughts into fast snappy songs with just the right amount of aggression and witty lyricism. Their latest release 'Engine Failure' explores their troubles with uncontrollable habits, imposter syndrome, and the struggle to find the energy to pursue their dreams.
Find Second Floor Patients:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5Yb98YdvvOclykmlRaBQ3P
Apple Music:https://music.apple.com/us/artist/second-floor-patients/1632471947
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@secondfloorpatients
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secondfloorpatients/
Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inthezone.wpg/
Andy Cole is the lead singer and guitarist of Great Wealth, and guitarist of Hearing Trees. Great Wealth's latest EP, Blackout Summer is out now!
Find Great Wealth:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7afZGFacWiXsdOa60iqOE2
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/great-wealth/1739300282
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVQeTRKHHJa02ZXpZ3yIKxg
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatwealthmusic/
Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inthezone.wpg/
Duncan Cox is a singer, songwriter, actor, and playwright. His band, The Band at the Bottom of the Sea released their first batch of songs this year. His original musical, Afterlight, is back for its second run from October 24th to November 2nd, 2025 at Centre Culturel Franco Manitobain, presented by Rainbow Stage.
Listen to The Band at the Bottom of the Sea:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4rPCuFnFFud8sc1eQ8CsLb
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYgdGJTnfRvHeLDquT7lRJw
Tickets for Afterlight: https://purchase.rainbowstage.ca/Events
Duncan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr.duncancox/
Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inthezone.wpg/
Brett Hesford is a live audio and recording engineer; and guitarist. He is the resident engineer of The Osborne Taphouse, and has recorded many great bands including Kingsway, The Haileys, Solaire, and Show Pony. He also helped found Show Pony as a guitarist and has toured with Solhounds. DM him on instagram: @dark_and_sparkly_music for inquiries.
Podcast instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inthezone.wpg/
Ike Hedenstierna is the lead singer and guitarist of bland, and one of the founders of The Roost on Corydon. Catch bland's debut EP release show at The Handsome Daughter October 4th!
Find bland:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6AXi2knvsMu3KdojA3RqVS
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/bland/1824744897
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA0bDB3dBmePtODZ7S5dQLw
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bland.band.brand/
Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inthezone.wpg/