Mercedium Stretch

Mercedium Stretch Episode 67: MercediUpdate

This episode of the Mercedium Stretch features new songs from some of the amazing artists to have graced the show in the past.We started off with a banger from The Kount & Noam and go straight into some upbeat dance music from Memblem and fkblnde.We hear new tracks from Trey Joshua and Noahh as well as smooth sounds from Mercedium staple Kairos, infusing some sun to the cold Toronto weather. Into a segment featuring Woodbridge and Vaughan mainstays THE BRGHTLIGHTS & Sofiacide highlighting their latest EP and album releases respectively.And we finish off with a wonderfully relaxing new song from Ale Nuñez and sleek R&B from Ley Vara.For more amazing local music & interviews, tune in every Tuesday at 2pm, only on CIUT 89.5 FM.

Winter Olympics (Episode 66)

With the conclusion of this years Winter Olympics, we take a listen to some incredible music related to the events and those who compete in them.
 
Hockey songs from Stompin' Tom Connors, Bob Davis, Rheostatics, Ron Leary, and Cadence Weapon. As well as songs about skiing, snowboarding, and curling from AVH Muzak, Animacionerite, and The Runs. 
 
As always, tune in Tuesdays at 2pm only on CIUT 89.5 FM.

Wiidaaseh works best under pressure (Episode 65)

Today’s episode of the Mercedium Stretch features rapper and producer Wiidaaseh.Writing and releasing music for over 10 years, Wiidaaseh chats with us about his origins in rap as well as the creation of his latest silky track Eighty Six!We touch on the creation of some of his past projects, his favourite native legends, as well as the experience of being on camera for an upcoming documentary.Catch us every week, Tuesdays at 2pm, only on CIUT 89.5 FM. 

liz uninvited on her love for crows (Episode 64)

Today on the Mercedium Stretch we feature singer and songwriter liz uninvited.liz released her her third album ‘i don’t have to do anything’ midway through January and came in to talk about how the album came about, as well as her love of drawing, including how she crafted this latest album cover. 
We hear some of liz's favourite songs from Andy Shauf and Carissa's Wierd, local artist Angel Apricot, as well as tracks from liz's latest release and some older ones as well. 
Tune in Tuesdays at 2pm for more music and conversation, only on CIUT 89.5 FM. 

How Brand New Psyche went from teachers to rockstars (Episode 63)

This week’s episode of the Mercedium Stretch features teachers-turned-rockers Brand New Psyche.Having started to play music together more than 20 years ago, the band naturally moved from playing covers into writing and releasing their own music.We speak about the role of technology in today’s industry as well as what it’s like to play a concert for hundreds of screaming students.Every Tuesday at 2pm, only on CIUT 89.5 FM.

fkblnde talks about her womps & wubs (Episode 62)

On the 62nd episode of the Mercedium Stretch we sit down and talk to fkblnde.
We speak about her background in music production, her latest track ‘Glitter’, as well as her viral videos about making music on the streetcar.
She shares tracks from Swimming Paul, ILU, Toronto's own 2time, as well as songs she sings on from frequent collaborators Arlo, it's murph, and Daniel Allan. 
Tune in live, every Tuesday, at 2pm only on CIUT 

Racing Mount Pleasant return to Toronto (Episode 61)

This week’s episode of the Mercedium Stretch features Racing Mount Pleasant.Since releasing their self titled album under their new name, the band has since moved to Chicago and just recently set off on a headlining tour.We speak about their past experience in Toronto, fans overseas, as well as the smallest room they’ve ever preformed in.Tune in every Tuesday at 2pm, live on CIUT 89.5 FM for more interviews like this. 

Hockey Academy wants to tour rural Ontario (Episode 60)

The 60th episode of the Mercedium Stretch features Toronto’s own Hockey Academy.
Massimo and Jack come in to speak about what feels like a new era for the band, and discuss the importance of a cool aesthetic when making indie music.
We listen to their greatest hits, along with tracks they recommend from local artists Grumpy Truck & Angel Apricot.
Catch us live at 2pm, every Tuesday on CIUT 89.5 FM...

Where's My Water (Episode 59)

To start off the year right, we've put together an hour of water themed music straight from the source. 
The Mercedium Stretch takes a listen to tracks from former guests of the show, including PHELIX, Lady Marge, Erez Zobary, and j ember. Along with other liquidy fare from Canadian artists like Meltt, Peach Pit, Glitter Party, OCEAN BOMB, and JORDANN. 
Keep tuning into the show, live, Tuesdays at 2pm, only on CIUT 89.5 FM. 

Mercedium Stretch 2025 Recap (Episode 58)

The final episode of the Mercedium Stretch in 2025 has come around.
We were so incredibly lucky to interview 28 unique artists and creatives here in the city of Toronto, and can’t wait to bring you even more next year.We took a look back at some of our favourite moments from the year, including music & interviews from Kalya Ramu, Kairos, Queen Kong, Joseph of Mercury, Superstar Crush, and Tony Rosenberg.Stick around for more to come in 2026, Tuesdays at 2pm only on CIUT 89.5 FM.Power is the ability to listen…