Mercedium Stretch

Mercedium Stretch Episode 22: Lazar Miric (Lavender Town)

Today’s episode of the Mercedium Stretch features Toronto jazz musician, saxophonist, and bandleader Lazar Miric. Earlier this year Lazar put out his solo project Standards+ which reimagines jazz classics with 21st century electronic production. He also put out a self-titled project with his band Lavender Town which preforms original compositions as well as covers from hip-hop and video games. Tune in @ 2pm on CIUT 89.5 FM to hear Lavender Town reinterpret some songs from MF DOOM, and Legend of Zelda, as well as some funky Lazar solo tracks that will bring you back to playing Mario Kart in your parents living room.

Mercedium Stretch Episode 20: Lorie Wolf (Queen Kong)

The 20th episode of the Mercedium Stretch features drummer and bandleader of Queen Kong, Lorie Wolf. An expert in Klezmer; Jewish folk music originating from Eastern Europe, Lorie explains the history behind the music which includes its revival in the 1970s. Along with loads of history lessons we listen to jazzy fares from Queen Kong and more only on CIUT 89.5FM. Power is the ability to listen. 

Mercedium Stretch Episode 19: julzzz

Today’s episode of the Mercedium Stretch features Ottawa based artist julzzz. Born in Brazil and raised in Peru, julzzz moved to Ottawa for University and has since released a slew of groovy R&B tracks, which draw influence from her unique upbringing. We speak about MPB music, preforming at Ottawa's Bluesfest, as well as general mindfulness when creating music. Catch the Mercedium Stretch live on CIUT 89.5 FM, Tuesdays at 2pm. 

Mercedium Stretch Episode 18: Memblem

This week on the Mercedium Stretch we speak to DJ, producer, and artist Memblem. Growing up in Vietnam and later moving to Toronto, he crafts dance tracks that are all about the bounce. We speak about his viral beat battle victory, designing sounds for a speaker system, as well as the role of producers in todays music industry. Catch all this conversation and music, Tuesdays at 2pm, only on the Mercedium Stretch on CIUT 89.5FM. 

Mercedium Stretch Episode 17: Kairos

On the 17th episode of the Mercedium Stretch we speak to Kairos, a rapper and singer from Barbados, honing his craft here in Toronto. We speak about his 2023 album Take Me Home and play songs from throughout his discography. Tune in Tuesdays @ 2PM on CIUT 89.5 FM for more conversation and music. Power is the ability to listen. 

Mercedium Stretch Episode 15: PHELIX

The 15th episode of the Mercedium Stretch features Eric Vanier, a producer and musician currently making music under the name PHELIX. Eric speaks to us about his introduction into drums through rock band, gigging in freezing temperatures, and crafting acoustic sound panels for his studio over the Christmas break. Tune in Tuesdays at 2pm on CIUT 89.5 FM for weekly interviews and music, only on the Mercedium Stretch.

Mercedium Stretch Episode 14: Dayna Shereck

This episode of the Mercedium Stretch features singer songwriter Dayna Shereck, who has been penning country songs in both Toronto and Nashville for the last decade. Inspired simply by the melodies in her head, Dayna began to write music with no formal background and has since released many tracks of her own. She speaks about her love of songwriting and shares with us a song from an upcoming Americana album, set to be released sometime in the future. We play some tracks she's written on, as well as her own tunes, only here, on the Mercedium Stretch, Tuesdays at 2pm, on CIUT 89.5 FM. 

Mercedium Stretch Episode 13: Indiana Rotondo

This week on the Mercedium Stretch we speak to Indiana Rotondo, basketball star turned poet, currently crafting his brand Soul Worx. Indy talks to us about his upcoming poetry events, some of the community work he’s involved in, as well as how he first started to write and express himself away from the court. He plays music that inspires his writing and we continue the poetic theme by listening to some hip hop music from around the city. Live at 2pm, Tuesdays, only on CIUT 89.5 FM. 

Mercedium Stretch Episode 12: Class Favourite

On the 12th episode of the Mercedium Stretch we speak to the minds behind Class Favourite, a print magazine featuring youth art made right here in Toronto. Mia, Sam, Cami, and Zach talk to us about the launch of their third issue, and we also delve into their creative process and past releases. We play music from mei anima, Hockey Academy, Mad Iris, the neverminds and Superstar Crush showcasing some of the bands they’ve interviewed themselves, as well as some they’ve featured at their past launch events. Catch us Tuesdays at 2pm for more music and interviews, only on the Mercedium Stretch. 

Mercedium Stretch Episode 10: Kalya Ramu

Episode 10 of the Mercedium Stretch features Toronto based jazz vocalist Kalya Ramu. Kalya speaks about how her latest project Trio came to be and teaches us a bit about jazz standards and the Great American Songbook. We play standout tracks from her latest album, along with other tracks from earlier in her discography. Catch us at a new time, Tuesdays at 2, live from CIUT 89.5 FM.