The ADAMantium

Bassist and producer, John Famiglietti, of industrial experimental band, HEALTH, joins us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast. We discuss their latest releases, Conflict DLC LP, Addendum EP, and R-Type collaborations. We also talk about their single “A.L.O.N.E” and how it was inspired by the late film director, David Lynch, their collaboration with Bad Omens on “The Drain,” their contributions to video game soundtracks like Max Payne 3, GTA V, and Cyberpunk 2077, bizarre contest giveaways, an interesting anecdote about Chris Cornell, and their ‘Coalition of Subcultures’ fanbase.

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Co-founding member, Paul Hoffert, of legendary Canadian rock band, Lighthouse, joins us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast. We discuss the 55th anniversary of their platinum album, One Fine Morning, and upcoming full circle concert at The Concert Hall, the same venue of their very first show in 1969. We also talk about the band’s unlikely formation and quick success, their family dynamic, turning down the Woodstock Festival, having Elton John as their opening act, and the creation of their hit song, “Sunny Days.”

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Synth-pop & industrial music pioneer, Gary Numan, joins us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast. We discuss his industrious career, being an influence to decades of top talent, touring with his daughters, and their budding music journeys. We also talk about his very first appearance at Glastonbury in 2025, the upcoming book of his fan submitted stories, and the incredible story of when he flew around the world but was arrested along the way under suspicion of smuggling and spying.

Frontman, John O’Callaghan, and drummer, Pat Kirch, of Arizona rock band, The Maine, join us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast. We discuss their 10th studio album, Joy Next Door, how it was made and the running theme. We also talk about the ‘green’ era of the band, picking up fans in a green Mercedes to hear the new material, their television debut on The Kelly Clarkson Show, their collaboration with Taking Back Sunday and Charlotte Sands on the song “Loved You a Little,” working with Arkells, the Sad Summer and 8123 Festivals, and headlining their biggest shows yet 20 years into their career.

Country music artist, Tyler Rich, joins us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast. We discuss his latest two-part album, Hello California, and Leaving California, and why he had such a catalogue of songs ready to go. We also talk about his song “Never Knew,” and it’s deeply emotional meaning, filming the video for “Lost Time” in one take, and his connection with Canadian audiences.

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The one of a kind, Australian roots rock singer-songwriter, John Butler, joins us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast. We discuss his latest album, Prism, his first full production album as a solo act, and the four seasons approach it took him to get to its release. We also discuss his ambient and instrumental albums, classic tracks “Ocean” and “Better Than,” the busking community, and the importance of starting and focusing on oneself when feeling anxious or overwhelmed with the chaos and negativity of the modern world.

Canadian award-winning songwriter and musician, Eddie Schwartz, joins us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast. We discuss his recent EP, Film School, and his return to being a recording artist after 30 years. We also talk about the songwriting career he’s built in Nashville, the amazing story of his hit song, “Hit Me With Your Best Shot,” that was made famous by Pat Benatar, his role as president of the International Council of Music Creators, and being appointed a member of the Order of Canada, one of the highest honours in the country.

Rising Canadian country music star, Owen Riegling, joins us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast. We discuss his sophomore album, In The Feeling, and how it reflects on his life changes since his music career took off. We also talk about the singles “Born Again’ and “Moonshines,” collaborating with established Nashville songwriters for the first time, his upcoming Opry debut, and winning the Boots and Hearts emerging artist, as well as Breakthrough Artists and Songwriter of the Year at the CCMAs. 

Norwegian actor, Herman Tømmeraas, joins us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast. We discuss his role in the Canadian film, Sweetness, his bond with JUNO award-winning director Emma Higgins, working alongside Canadian stars like Justin Chatwin and Steven Ogg, his inspiration behind the rockstar character of Payton Adler, creating music for the film, and the fiction meets reality lore they’ve created for the band Floorplan. We also talk about his involvement in the Norwegian series SKAM, the massive cultural influence it had in Scandinavia, and our mutual passion for gaming.

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Frontman, Ewan Currie, of Canadian rock n’ roll band, The Sheepdogs, joins us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast. We discuss their latest album, Keep Out of the Storm, their live-off-the-floor recording technique, the art of the jam, and the inspiration behind the title track. We also talk about working with new drummers, jamming the weather forecast, the best Sheepdogs music videos, meeting Tom Hanks and Larry David, and the background behind the song “Scarborough Street Fight.”

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JUNO award-winning, Canadian pop singer, JESSIA, joins us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast. We discuss her new single, “Let Him”, upcoming EP, Therapy & Yoga, and debut album. We also talk about her viral hit, “I’m Not Pretty,” being recognized at this year’s SOCAN Foundation’s Her Music Awards, winning a JUNO for Breakthrough Artist of the Year, her musical origin story and years in dramatic theatre on Vancouver Island.

This is not my typical post, but I do like to talk about my favourite artists… No one has grabbed my attention more in the last few years than Yungblud. Rock n’ roll is alive and well and Yungblud’s latest album, Idols, is proving it has a place in the mainstream. He’s also reviving rockstars’ careers in a fresh and exciting way. Way to go, mate!