The Leake in Review
The Leake in Review
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The Leake in Review is your backstage pass to the world of music and entertainment, hosted by the award-winning music journalist, Leake. Tune in for in-depth interviews with your favourite artists, insightful industry analysis, and behind-the-scenes stories that you won't hear anywhere else. Whether you're a music enthusiast or just love a good story, Leake brings you the best of both worlds with wit, charm, and unparalleled expertise. Join us every week for a journey through the soundscape of today's most exciting musical talents and industry insiders.
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The podcast focuses on the music industry, artist interviews, award predictions, and behind-the-scenes stories. Recent episodes cover topics like the 2025 JUNO Awards nominees, artist Adam Baldwin's journey and experiences, and insights from Jonathan Simkin of 604 Records, showcasing the evolution of music and candid conversations with industry insiders.
The Leake in Review is your backstage pass to the world of music and entertainment, hosted by the award-winning music journalist, Leake. Tune in for in-depth interviews with your favourite artists, insightful industry analysis, and behind-the-scenes stories that you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you’re a music enthusiast or just love a good story, Leake brings you the best of both worlds with wit, charm, and unparalleled expertise. Join us every week for a journey through the soundscape of today’s most exciting musical talents and industry insiders.
On this episode of The Leake in Review, Jeff Leake sits down with Toronto-based musician Sam Drysdale for an honest and engaging conversation about his musical journey, creative process, and life as an independent artist in Canada’s evolving music landscape.
Sam shares the stories behind his songwriting, the influences that have shaped his sound, and the challenges and opportunities facing emerging musicians today. The conversation explores everything from finding your artistic voice and navigating the realities of the music business to building connections with fans and staying authentic in a constantly changing industry.
With candid insights, personal stories, and plenty of laughs along the way, this episode offers a fascinating look at the passion, perseverance, and creativity required to make a career in music.
Whether you’re a musician, music fan, or someone who loves hearing the stories behind the songs, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.
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