In episode 06 of The Side Door Sitdown, Philadelphia-based singer-songwriter and storyteller Sug Daniels joins us to serve up a “hot tip sandwich” full of practical advice for indie musicians.

In Episode 05 of The Side Door Sitdown, we welcome Khari Wendell McClelland. Khari Wendell McClelland is a diversely talented and ever-evolving artist. Originally from Detroit, Khari has become a darling on the Canadian music scene with reviewers lauding his performances as a clever mix of soul and gospel.

Episode 04 of The Side Door Sitdown dives into what it really means to "make it" in today’s music industry and why your definition of success might need a reset. Ahead of his Side Door show in Halifax, singer-songwriter ‪Mikhail Laxton sits down with us for a candid conversation about the realities of being a working artist.

In episode 03 of The Side Door Sitdown podcast, Laura Simpson sits down with indie music hero Kelly McMichael to talk about finding your front person energy while managing all the things that come with being an independent artist.

Episode 02 of The Side Door Sitdown features JUNO-winning artist and Side Door co-founder Dan Mangan, and it’s packed with advice for artists who want to tour independently and build a sustainable career without burning out

Episode 01 of The Side Door Sitdown is all about self-booking tours as an independent artist — no agent, no manager, just grit and a game plan.

The Side Door Sitdown is a podcast featuring honest conversations about the independent live music scene. We talk to DIY artists, indie venue owners, and behind-the-scenes pros about how they book shows, build their audience, and try to make a living — without losing their minds.