Prepare to be captivated as I, your host Smith, invite you on a heartwarming, music-filled journey with the talented singer and songwriter from Edmonton, Tanner Gordon. Brace yourself for an exploration of the profound influence of music on our lives, as Tanner reveals how it shapes our memories, inspiring his soul-stirring album, "Start Again". Discover the stirring story behind his song "Safe", a narrative born from a personal family experience during the Las Vegas shooting. Tanner also divulges the vital role his supportive wife plays in his musical voyage.

As we wrap up, we touch upon the challenging journey of Canadian musicians and the underrated talent nestled within the industry. Tanner shares his experience of opening for Econoline Crush and Mother Mother and expresses his dreams of collaborating with other artists. We discuss his deep admiration for The Tragically Hip, Nickelback, and Wintersleep, and the struggles faced by Canadian musicians. Finally, discover how you can access Tanner's music and share his love for the charm of vinyl albums. Join us in this exploration of the intrinsic power of music, its capacity to connect us all, and the personal journey of an artist navigating his craft.

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Overview of my guest:

Tanner is bringing it all back to where it started. The new album features Tanner’s signature melancholy lyrics and brooding acoustic undertones. At the same time “Start Again” pushes Tanner to new depths vocally, lyrically, musically, and stylistically. Pushing new boundaries and challenging the listener to think of their memories and how time shapes who we are.

Since his debut album in 2008, Tanner has gone on to perform over 250 shows across Canada. Tanner has been the front-man of “The Unfortunates” since 2009, releasing 4 albums, completing a National Tour, being named Sonic Band of the Month, and in 2020 winning “W.A.M Album Of The Year” and in 2022 his song "Start Again" was named to the "World National Indie Radio's Best Songs of the Year"

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