The 403 Sound Check: Calgary’s Music Scene

It's a Zoo! in here!

Zoo! is an alternative indie group that combines west coast surf rock with a punch of Canadian prairie pizazz. Zoo! has made big strides as of late, having released two Eps [https://officialzooband.com/bio] and graced stages across Calgary and beyond, including The Palomino. Hosted by Lily Azevedo and Reese Nelson, this episode of The 403 Soundcheck delves into Zoo!’s discography, experiences touring around Alberta and British Columbia, their origins of how they came together, where their love of music started, and where they plan on heading next with their music.

Retcon is Alternative Punk Rock

On this episode of The 403 Soundcheck, listeners will be taken into the world of alternative punk rock with special guest Phil Tremblay from Retcon. Hosts Gavin Craig and Sam Robbins will explore how the band formed, the challenges they’ve faced along the way, and the creative process behind their album 102 [https://retcon102.bandcamp.com/album/102]. Tune into this episode to hear how Retcon found their sound in a budding Calgary music scene.

Behind the Orgy

This episode of The 403 Soundcheck will take listeners inside the musical performative world of Parisian Orgy. Hosts Tarek Chono Campos and Riley Desourdy sit down with founder Gwen Morgan to uncover how a solo project grew into a seven member performance collective defined by costumes, chaos, and synth-pop flair. Gwen reflects on the band’s evolving creative process, the making of their upcoming full-length album "Parisian Orgy" [https://neontasterecords.bandcamp.com/album/parisian-orgy], and the unforgettable moments that shaped their journey. This episode pulls back the curtain to reveal how Parisian Orgy transforms each show into its own form of unpredictable art. Songs used on the episode:  * Make the visible invisible by Alge * Bubbling Boy by Parisian Orgy * Four Boys by Parisian Orgy * Jillian by Parisian Orgy * Cream Dream by Parisian Orgy * Boys Town by Parisian Orgy * Swimming by Parisian Orgy * A romantic Interlude by Parisian Orgy * Belly Button Trap Door by Parisian Orgy

SHY FRiEND is amazing alt-pop

Listen as Julie from the band SHY FRiEND talks about the journey she faced with her music career with Reuben Polintan and Falak Sharma. With their violin by their side, they thought their life was clear, but after an accident, their hands could no longer play the instrument. With her life taking a sudden turn, they had to find a way through the dramatic change. Follow the episode to hear how she conquered the hurdles and got to where she is today!  Content warning: This episode discusses stalking. Listener discretion is advised.

rsfg, a free-spirit and an independent rapper

For this episode of 403 Soundcheck Dylan and Levi interview Alex, a free-spirited, independent rapper who makes music under the SoundCloud handle 'rsgf.' A self-described poet, Alex views his art as a means of "transcendent selfishness," inspiring himself and his audience to harness their own power and skill to change in the world. In the episode Dylan, Levi, and Alex discuss his thought process, how he makes his music, and how he inspires his fans to make change.