In Your Studio Podcast

He’s C Stone-Léon, and he loves movies… scratch that, he loves A LOT of things! In this conversation, the multifaceted Canadian artist shares his origin story on becoming a rapper, producer, and curator! C Stone also talks about his art collective, DIRECTOR, producing an album on physical media, the Nova Scotia art scene, his mindset on collaboration, and so much more!C Stone-Léon’s Music: https://linktr.ee/directorrecords?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=faae89a4-2406-4a01-abd9-334b214efdd2DIRECTOR: https://www.instagram.com/directorworld_/Emerson Corleone’s Music: https://emersoncorleone.bandcamp.com/album/don-corleone-tom-hagen?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAcGRvZgJzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA85MzY2MTk3NDMzOTI0NTkAAadjAmH8VOqXl-HMo8FNaPWa-A3WdTp_YKOi5RwBEa1TYA-Ls6z1W7IZDvIJ5g_aem_pNGJQGOdZCpzifp2k7CkpgThis week’s In Your Studio theme was produced by C Stone-Léon: “ELEMENTARY SCHOOL” off of C Stone’s album THE A.I I KNOW PLAYED FOR THE SIXERS!

Meet Abel Gingerich, a contemporary Canadian visual artist whose portfolio has caught the eyes of many Ontario-wide! In this conversation, Abel shares how encouragement from friends and fellow artists helped launch a four-year-and-counting art journey, how a traffic cone led to co-hosting an artist exhibition with Mike Sloane, his perspective on creating art for others and himself, mixed media art, and much more!Abel Gingerich’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/a.gingerich03/ATLAS Mail Spooky Sights & Summit Heights: https://ftistudios.com/en-cadWorden Watch: https://www.wordenwatch.com/In Your Studio song created by: mindysounds (https://linktr.ee/mindysounds?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=27e14d3f-339b-4b8b-ba52-e5157967a87f)

average james. returns to the In Your Studio podcast for a very vulnerable, candid conversation about his latest album, no harm done.! In this conversation, average james. discusses the mountain he climbed during the creation process, confronting feelings and turning them into very beautiful and intimate songs, collaborating with independent artists in Guelph, his upcoming album release show at The Underground/Tabu, and more! This conversation was recorded in-studio at the Worden Watch Studio. Thank you Tyler Worden for inviting us into your space to have this conversation. It is creators like you who help the independent art ecosystem flourish by showing unwavering love and support for those around you.no harm done. is available on all major music platforms and is the featured Music Of The Month selection in October’s ATLAS Mail: https://linktr.ee/avgjms?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=c7a88232-aa24-428e-9e9d-1b1411f7883bHear the album live on Friday, October 16th at The Underground/Tabu: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/average-james-no-harm-done-release-show-tickets-2002461399952?aff=ebdsoporgprofileATLAS Mail #02 Spooky Sights & Summit Heights: https://ftistudios.com/en-cadWorden Watch - Night Drift: https://www.wordenwatch.com/ Production Crew: Hunter Parkinson, Tyler Worden, Matthew Ryder.Thank you JMatthew for the thumbnail!

ELECTROKAT’s sound isn’t defined by a single genre, instead they create music fueled by their unwavering love for the craft! In this session, ELECTROKAT takes Matt through their five-year journey as a band, the THE URGE TO RUN EP, how the mid-2000’s punk/alternative sound and My Chemical Romance influenced their music, their upcoming performance at NXNE 2026 in Toronto on June 11th, and much more!ELECTROKAT’s Website: https://electrokat.band/ELECTROKAT’s Crowd Funding Stream (Saturday, June 6th): https://www.twitch.tv/electrokatmusicELECTROKAT’S NXNE 2026 SHOW (Thursday, June 11th at Supermarket in Toronto): https://www.nxne.com/ticketsIn Your Studio opening video created by: Mega-Matt Studios (https://www.youtube.com/megamattstudios)In Your Studio song created by: mindysounds (https://linktr.ee/mindysounds?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=27e14d3f-339b-4b8b-ba52-e5157967a87f)FTI’s Sixth Anniversary Collection: https://ftistudios.com/en-cad“An Old Friend” by James Merrell: https://www.youtube.com/@jamesmerrellfilmsThe In Your Studio Podcast is proudly presented by our favourite Guelph brewery, Brothers Brewing! From trivia, karaoke, craft nights, live shows, and everything in-between, Brothers Brewery is the place to be for events in Guelph! https://brothersbrewingcompany.ca/?srsltid=AfmBOops0rjJUOf5ITZx5OE4UdTdfBDY5x_pmpzdQspkM3AJNc-JMw6_

BCVee has entertained audiences on ice rinks worldwide, weekly on Twitch.tv, and now she brings that excitement to the In Your Studio Podcast for an incredible conversation with Matt! In this session, Vee shares how a text message led her to perform for Disney On Ice, how free time and curiosity about streaming turned into a six-year-and-counting career, her future YouTube plans, the video games that shaped who she is today, and much more!BCVee’s Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/bcveeBCVee's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BCVeeIn Your Studio opening video created by: Mega-Matt Studios (https://www.youtube.com/megamattstudios)In Your Studio song created by: mindysounds (https://linktr.ee/mindysounds?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=27e14d3f-339b-4b8b-ba52-e5157967a87f)FTI’s Sixth Anniversary Collection: https://ftistudios.com/en-cadCreator Clothing Worn: Worden Watch (https://www.wordenwatch.com/) + COUCH Apparel (https://linktr.ee/couchapparel?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=ca96defe-0983-4e6a-9695-33033f90bbae)The In Your Studio Podcast is proudly presented by our favourite Guelph brewery, Brothers Brewing! Brothers Brewing has stuff you can do, stuff you can eat, stuff you can drink, and people you can meet! From trivia, karaoke, craft nights, live shows, and everything in-between, Brothers Brewery is the place to be for events in Guelph! https://brothersbrewingcompany.ca/?srsltid=AfmBOops0rjJUOf5ITZx5OE4UdTdfBDY5x_pmpzdQspkM3AJNc-JMw6_

Excuse Me. is a five-piece Canadian rock band that fuses the energy of alternative rock, the emotion of folk, and the technicality of metal and jazz. Over the past decade, they have created an illustrious legacy of music, moments, and milestones. From their first EP to their highly anticipated final album, unforgettable shows across Ontario at prestigious venues and events like Hillside and Riverfest, remarkable bands they shared the stage with such as Animal Boy and Mother Mother, the impact they have had on the Guelph art scene, their final shows on April 17th and 18th, and more! This special In Your Studio conversation celebrates Excuse Me.’s career.Excuse Me.’s FINAL SHOW (April 17th + 18th): https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/excuse-me-the-final-shows-tickets-1985645121009?aff=oddtdtcreatorProduction Team: Hunter Parkinson, Aleks Liskauskas, Matthew Ryder, Danielle OnistoThumbnail Photography: Stefano Campagnolo (https://www.instagram.com/hometownsh00ter/)In Your Studio Opening Video Created by: Mega-Matt Studios (https://www.youtube.com/megamattstudios)Song Featured: End for a Start - Excuse Me.Creator Clothing Worn: Worden Watch (https://www.wordenwatch.com/) + COUCH Apparel (https://linktr.ee/couchapparel?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=ca96defe-0983-4e6a-9695-33033f90bbae)The In Your Studio Podcast is proudly presented by our favourite Guelph brewery, Brothers Brewing! From trivia, karaoke, craft nights, live shows, and everything in-between, Brothers Brewery is the place to be for events in Guelph! https://brothersbrewingcompany.ca/?srsltid=AfmBOops0rjJUOf5ITZx5OE4UdTdfBDY5x_pmpzdQspkM3AJNc-JMw6_

With a 3-year career that has yielded a lifetime of remarkable achievements, this IYS conversation proves that ANYONE can pursue their passion at ANY age! In this session, Matt is joined by the stellar Guelph photographer who is opening doors for new opportunities everywhere, William Isaak! William shares his story about how his admiration for cars led him to pick up a camera, getting noticed by Guelph Subaru, the exciting collaboration with Worden Watch, the people who have played a pivotal role in his journey, and much more!The In Your Studio Podcast is proudly presented by our favourite Guelph brewery, Brothers Brewing! Brothers Brewing has stuff you can do, stuff you can eat, stuff you can drink, and people you can meet! Seven days a week, you have a 99.9% chance of catching something fun and unique at the brewery! From trivia, karaoke, craft nights, live shows, and everything in-between, Brothers Brewery is the place to be for events in Guelph! https://brothersbrewingcompany.ca/?srsltid=AfmBOops0rjJUOf5ITZx5OE4UdTdfBDY5x_pmpzdQspkM3AJNc-JMw6_https://www.instagram.com/brothersbrewingcompany/BROTHERS BREWERY GIVEAWAY!To commemorate the podcast partnership, Brothers and FTI are giving away a $25 gift card to the brewery (and if you don’t live near the Brewery, we have a prize for you too)! Entry rules are SIMPLE!Let us know what your FAVOURITE event to attend is! A concert? A theatre show? A wrestling event? Improv?! Let us know in the comments! The giveaway ends on Friday, February 20th!William Isaak’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lensthroughisaak/University Of Guelph’s Relay For Life 2026 Event: https://www.instagram.com/uoguelphrelayIn Your Studio Opening Video Created by: Mega-Matt Studios https://www.youtube.com/megamattstudiosIn Your Studio Theme Song Produced by: mindysounds https://open.spotify.com/artist/6dnNc3njdiz3tmWLTT974N?si=JvrEj61URfq2j4qC-0k4AASpecial thanks to SHOOP for assisting with the audio: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5wzHcw2TfQRWd4Al8fINn2?si=BNNJyIsNSaifouuRbpQrFwStay up to date with William and the FTI Community: https://www.instagram.com/fromtheinsidestudios

Xerox Graphics, Hardcore Music, and showing love for creatives Canada-wide, this IYS Conversation has it all! In this session, Matt is joined by the extraordinary multifaceted artist, Dave AKA SLOP GOON! Dave shares his story about how art has had an impact on his life both personally and professionally, his signature Xerox style that has captured the eyes of many worldwide, his Canadian hardcore punk band BACKCHANNEL, some of his favourite creatives, and much more!The In Your Studio Podcast is proudly presented by our favourite Guelph brewery, Brothers Brewing! Brothers Brewing has stuff you can do, stuff you can eat, stuff you can drink, and people you can meet! Seven days a week, you have a 99.9% chance of catching something fun and unique at the brewery! From trivia, karaoke, craft nights, live shows, and everything in-between, Brothers Brewery is the place to be for events in Guelph! https://brothersbrewingcompany.ca/?srsltid=AfmBOops0rjJUOf5ITZx5OE4UdTdfBDY5x_pmpzdQspkM3AJNc-JMw6_https://www.instagram.com/brothersbrewingcompany/BROTHERS BREWERY GIVEAWAY!To commemorate the podcast partnership, Brothers and FTI are giving away a $25 gift card to the brewery (and if you don’t live near the Brewery, we have a prize for you too)! Entry rules are SIMPLE!Let us know what your FAVOURITE event to attend is! A concert? A theatre show? A wrestling event? Improv?! Let us know in the comments! The giveaway ends on Friday, February 20th!SLOP GOON’S Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slopgoonBACKCHANNEL’s Bandcamp: https://backchannel.bandcamp.com/Thumbnail Photography provided by: https://www.instagram.com/fabmoreiraphoto/?hl=enMega-Matt’s ‘23 for 23’ The Series: https://www.youtube.com/@MegaMattStudiosUniversity Of Guelph’s Relay For Life 2026 Event: https://www.instagram.com/uoguelphrelayIn Your Studio Opening Video Created by: Mega-Matt Studios https://www.youtube.com/megamattstudiosIn Your Studio Theme Song Produced by: mindysounds https://open.spotify.com/artist/6dnNc3njdiz3tmWLTT974N?si=JvrEj61URfq2j4qC-0k4AAStay up to date with SLOP GOON and the FTI Community: https://www.instagram.com/fromtheinsidestudios

It’s time for the first In Your Studio Podcast of 2026! In this session, Matt is joined by the Canadian singer, songwriter, Sno Daze! Sno Daze discusses his recent Silver Hour EP, his evolution as a musician, how he approaches live performances Ontario-wide, plans for an album, and much more! The In Your Studio Podcast is proudly presented by our favourite Guelph brewery, Brothers Brewing! Brothers Brewing has stuff you can do, stuff you can eat, stuff you can drink, and people you can meet! Seven days a week, you have a 99.9% chance of catching something fun and unique at the brewery! From trivia, karaoke, craft nights, live shows, and everything in-between, Brothers Brewery is the place to be for events in Guelph! https://brothersbrewingcompany.ca/?srsltid=AfmBOops0rjJUOf5ITZx5OE4UdTdfBDY5x_pmpzdQspkM3AJNc-JMw6_https://www.instagram.com/brothersbrewingcompany/BROTHERS BREWERY GIVEAWAY!To commemorate the podcast partnership, Brothers and FTI are giving away a $25 gift card to the brewery (and if you don’t live near the Brewery, we have a prize for you too)! Entry rules are SIMPLE!Let us know what your FAVOURITE event to attend is! A concert? A theatre show? A wrestling event? Improv?! Let us know in the comments! The giveaway ends on Friday, February 20th!Sno Daze’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/snodazzeSno Daze’s Bandcamp: https://snodaze.bandcamp.com/The Legendary Horseshoe Tavern Presents - SnoDaze and Company (Thursday, February 5th): https://www.horseshoetavern.com/event/tractor-beam-minutia-sno-daze-enobiniUniversity Of Guelph’s Relay For Life 2026 Event: https://www.instagram.com/uoguelphrelayIn Your Studio Opening Video Created by: Mega-Matt Studios https://www.youtube.com/megamattstudiosIn Your Studio Theme Song Produced by: mindysounds https://open.spotify.com/artist/6dnNc3njdiz3tmWLTT974N?si=JvrEj61URfq2j4qC-0k4AAStay up to date with Sno Daze and the FTI Community: https://www.instagram.com/fromtheinsidestudios

It’s time to change the television channel because the near-decade content creator and beloved FTI Community member, LDTV, joins Matt for an unforgettable In Your Studio conversation! In this session, LD discusses how content creation helped him overcome his public speaking fears, why creation and collaboration go hand in hand, how inspirations like Alex CND, VannaMelon, and others helped him begin his remarkable journey, his beginnings with FTI, and much more!LDTV’s World: https://www.youtube.com/@LdtvYT https://www.twitch.tv/ldtv1Prince Aqua’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PrinceAquaMigre Clothing: https://www.instagram.com/migreclo/Thank you to COUCH Apparel, Worden Watch, and Pressed By Nick for the creator gear in this week’s IYS session!