Mercedium Stretch

The 81st episode of the Mercedium Stretch features the best artist in Toronto named after a cat and month: Puma June.Coming off the back of two strong single releases in 2026, Puma June continues to make a name for herself in the city, blending together elements of R&B, hip hop, and jazz.We speak about her origins being classically trained in violin, making the music video for ‘Shadows of My Trauma’, & look forward to her performance at NXNE later this week.We listen to tracks from her discography new and old, along with songs she  recommends from Ana Lía and Sasha Keable.Tune in live on Tuesdays at 2pm, only on CIUT 89.5 FM.

Back with an interview for the 80th episode of the Mercedium Stretch, we welcome in Noam & The Kount. The duo have been collaborating for a number of years and most recently released a standout project titled 4th World.We speak about their origin story attending rival middle schools and break down how some of the tracks on the EP were made.We also listen to recommended tracks from Sam Gellaitry, Caribou & Toronto native and frequent collaborator Kwncyy.Tune in live, Tuesdays at 2PM, only on CIUT 89.5 FM. 

On the 79th episode of the Mercedium Stretch we feature songs about Toronto neighbourhoods and landmarks.As we dive into our spring fundraising campaign, CIUT continues to bring fresh and unique programming to the city of Toronto and beyond.We play music inspired by and written for the city as a thank you to the listeners who make CIUT a staple of their days.Tune in weekly at 2pm on CIUT 89.5 FM to listen live!Featuring music from Toronto artists classic and contemporary alike, including: Pukka Orchestra, SHUFFLE DEMONS, Kurt Swinghammer, Tony Rosenberg, Run With The Kittens, Great Lake Swimmers, Ed Riley, Lazar Miric, Redpath Traffic, Lowest of the Low, Owen Pallett, Brxvs, Jason Collett, & Big Rude Jake. 

This week's episode of the Mercedium Stretch takes inspiration from one of our earliest episodes, where we played all songs whose titles are names. 
Boy, girl, famous, mundane, fictional, & mythological names all feature this time around, with just as many genres sprinkled throughout. 
We feature songs from many previous guests of the show, including j ember, Sam Hansell, Wiidaaseh, Joseph of Mercury, Kairos, januaryy., frank, & liz uninvited. 
Tune in Tuesdays at 2pm to hear the show live, only on CIUT 89.5FM. 

On this week's episode of the Mercedium Stretch we reflect on the time spent at Departure and recap some of the great Canadian artists that played the festival. 
Featuring sounds from Afrique Like Me, Neighbour Andy, NIA NADURATA, YASSiN & Sean Terrio, iBXRHM, Jay Glavany, Mighloe, BAD CHILD, ARK IDENTITY, closeout, Rosewater Park, Braden Lam, Bianca Espino, Fine Food Market & parallel. 
Tune in Tuesdays at 2pm only on CIUT 89.5FM. 

This week the Mercedium Stretch takes a listen to some of the incredible Canadian artists transforming Toronto for Departure 2026. 
From May 5th-9th over 130 artists will be preforming at venues across the city, showcasing local talent as well as those traveling in from across the country. 
We spin tracks from Isla-Maria, priyana, and The Codas, who kick off the festival on May 5th. 
Dive into some songs from LOV, Sofinari, and Jennarie who you can catch on the 6th. 
Then listen to Abbi Woods, mei anima, and Pick a Piper, who are playing shows in the city on May 7th. 
Before swinging it to Puma June, and BAD CHILD who you can catch at Longboat Hall on May 8th. 
And finally, we finish with tracks from Cam Kahin, Noise Hotel, Kat Pereira, & AVIV, all finishing off the festival on Saturday the 9th of May. 
Tune in Tuesdays at 2pm for more, only on CIUT 89.5 FM. 

On the three quarter century episode of the Mercedium Stretch, we take a listen to songs about the changing of the season, from cold winter into temperate spring. 
We play tracks about spring from Quebec rapper Koriass and indigenous group Digging Roots, as well as songs about blooms, blossoms, and flowers from Canadian artists like THE BRGHTLIGHTS, Meltt, Edwin Raphael, PHELIX, mei anima, and David Francey. 
Catch us live on CIUT 89.5FM every Tuesday at 2pm.

On the 74th episode of the Mercedium Stretch we take a Break from Toronto™ and speak to Haitian-American pop singer Sarina.
Sarina came through the city to perform at the Drake Underground and we got the chance to catch up with her after the show.
We chat about her experience being in Toronto for the second time along with Sarina’s surprise to see people singing her new song PAPI just days after its release.
Sarina recommends some Raboday music out of Haiti as well as a track from fellow DMV singer Simi Liadi.
Tune in live every Tuesday at 2pm or listen online at the link in our bio.

This week, the Mercedium Stretch speaks to singer and songwriter Meagan Aversa.Not only does Meagan front her own band, but also lends her talents the bands Velvet Beach and Paste. We speak about what it’s like having a different role in each project and about how her new split came to be with frequent collaborator Grey Estates.We hear tracks from the latest project, along with songs off her debut album, and a brand new single from the aforementioned Paste.Tune the dial to CIUT 89.5FM every Tuesday at 2pm for more amazing conversation and music from Toronto's best. 

This week on the Mercedium Stretch we welcome Tange to the show.
Melding the talents of Deanna Petcoff & Sabrina Carizzo Sztainbok (a.k.a Huxlii), Tange is back to playing shows in the city.
We talk about the release of their EP back in 2019, and what it’s been like coming back to the project with more life experience under their belts.
When asked what makes something “Tange” the band explained that it needs to have a youthful and effortless quality while also having some elements of absurdism.
We get to hear that come to life through their music, as we take a listen to some fantastic tracks off the tangible EP, as well as songs recommend by the band from Toronto artists Jay Feelbender & Eliza Niemi.
Catch the show live, Tuesdays at 2pm on CIUT 89.5 FM.