Mercedium Stretch

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.

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 

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. 

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...

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. 

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…

On the 57th episode of the Mercedium Stretch we play some special songs, dedicated to the #1 fan of the show, my girlfriend Zen.No one has done more to support and encourage this show than her, whether it be sharing new music with me, offering graphic design help, or pretending to be my manager at music festivals.We take a listen to some Zen-ssential songs and thank her for all the amazing support over the past year... Happy Birthday Zen!!! ♥️
Catch us live, Tuesdays at 2pm, on CIUT!!

It’s been 48 episodes since our last Holiday Special, so today we dive even deeper into the enormous well that is holiday music. Bringing you otherwise unheard tracks from Canadian artists, celebrating Chanukah and Christmas this year.
Listen for songs from former guests like Kalya Ramu, Joseph of Mercury, & THE BRGHTLIGHTS, as well as other Canadian artists such as Goodnight Sunrise, Piqsiq, & JON VINYL. 
Tune in, Tuesdays at 2pm for your favourite music from Toronto & beyond...

Today on the Mercedium Stretch we are joined by Daniel and Jake of THE BRGHTLIGHTS.They speak about the band’s evolution, from a solo bedroom project into a fully fleshed out project capable of rocking any stage.We talk about the meaning behind their EPOCAS series and play tracks from fellow Vaughan bands like redhed and u me together. 
Catch us live every Tuesday at 2pm, only on CIUT 89.5 FM.

This week's episode of the Mercedium Stretch features singer and songwriter Trey Joshua.Trey has been making music for a number of years but has recently released a slew of infectious pop tracks which dive into a complete new sound.We talk about how he first got into songwriting, the discouraging side of social media as an artist, as well as his aspirations to move to LA after a recent trip.We play songs recommended by Trey from frequent collaborators and friends Landon & Dawson Gamble, as well as highlights from his own discography.Catch us live, every Tuesday at 2pm, only on CIUT 89.5 FM.