🎙️ The man behind some of Ottawa music's most memorable images joins Dawg & Gus.

Photographer Sean Sisk has spent decades with a camera in his hands, capturing musicians, concerts, personalities and unforgettable moments across Ottawa and beyond.

From the chaos and adrenaline of the Bluesfest photo pit to magazine covers, portraits and photographing some of the biggest names in music, Sean takes us behind the lens and shares what it's really like to make a career capturing moments that only happen once.

But we also talk about the moment when everything changed.

In 2023, Sean became critically ill with invasive Strep A and spent 15 weeks in hospital. He opens up about that experience, recovery, and returning to the people, music and photography he loves.

It's a conversation about photography, music, survival, community and appreciating the moments we sometimes take for granted.

📸 This is Sean Sisk on The Dawg and Gus Show.

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🎙️ From Saskatchewan to the Sudbury Bulldogs — Harlan Blayne Kytwayhat joins The Dawg and Gus Show.

Best known as Sanguinet on Shoresy, Harlan's journey to the screen is anything but ordinary. The Cree actor and musician from Makwa Sahgaiehcan First Nation joins us to talk about breaking into acting, becoming Sanger, working alongside Jared Keeso and the Shoresy crew, and what the success of the show has meant to him.

We also dig into his roles in Prey, Die Alone and The Abandons, his love of music, Indigenous representation on screen, and what's ahead as his career continues to evolve.

Funny, laid-back and full of great stories — this is a side of Harlan you don't always get to see on screen.

🎧 Hit play and hang out with Harlan Blayne Kytwayhat, Dawg & Gus.

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Annika Catharina joins The Dawg and Gus Show!

The rising British Columbia country singer-songwriter has been building some serious momentum, with millions of streams, two #1 songs on SiriusXM’s Top of the Country and a semi-finalist spot in the 2025 SiriusXM Top of the Country competition.

We sit down with Annika to talk about her journey into music, finding her identity as a solo artist, songwriting, navigating the Canadian country scene and the experiences that have shaped both her life and her music.

We also dive into her new EP Up All Night — a seven-song project that pushes her country sound into rock and folk territory — and the breakout success of “Old Habit,” which has surpassed 800K streams on Spotify.

From where it started to where it’s headed, get to know Annika Catharina on this episode of The Dawg and Gus Show. 🎙️🤠🇨🇦

J Morris is back on The Dawg and Gus Show — and a lot has happened since his first visit.

Ottawa hip-hop artist, community builder and Cranium Arts Project co-founder J Morris joins us for round two to talk about the next chapter of his career — including taking his music overseas to Scotland, where he’ll perform at PITCH Scotland in Glasgow.

We also get into the continued growth of Cranium, his evolution after more than 20 years in music, and an unexpected new creative lane: becoming a children’s author. J talks about his book Little Ray and a Brighter Day, the upcoming The Adventures of Yo’ Dog, fatherhood, creativity, community and why he continues to find new ways to tell stories.

From Ottawa hip-hop to international stages, books and building opportunities for the next generation of artists — there’s a lot to catch up on.

🎙️ J Morris — Round Two on The Dawg and Gus Show

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Four Eyed Muscle Man — The Dawg and Gus Show

Ottawa’s Four Eyed Muscle Man joins Dawg and Gus for a deep dive into the music, personalities and experiences behind one of the city’s exciting alt-rock bands.

Featuring Soleil Crispin, Joseph Kuchar, Jeff Salvail and Joe Ivison, FEMM brings together influences ranging from alternative and indie rock to funk, blues, new wave and metal to create a sound distinctly their own.

We talk about the band’s beginnings, songwriting and creative process, Ottawa’s music community, performing live and the making of their self-titled debut album, recorded at Montreal’s legendary Hotel2Tango.

It’s a fun, wide-ranging conversation about creating original music, finding your sound and what it takes to keep pushing forward as an independent Canadian band.

🎧 Check out Four Eyed Muscle Man and their self-titled debut album after the episode.

Julie Neff joins Dawg & Gus to talk about the stories behind her debut album fine., navigating heartbreak, chronic illness, creativity, and building a career through honest songwriting. Known for her emotionally powerful voice and genre-blending sound, Julie opens up about the highs, the lows, and why vulnerability is at the heart of everything she creates.

An inspiring conversation with one of Canada's rising singer-songwriters that every music fan will appreciate.

This week on the Dawg & Gus Show, we sit down with Vancouver rock band Chase The Bear.

The band shares the story behind their rise from busking on the streets of Victoria to touring across Canada and the U.S., signing with Rock Is Dead Records, and creating music that blends huge hooks with unforgettable rock energy. We also talk about their latest releases, life on the road, and what keeps them pushing forward.

If you're a fan of great music and even better stories, you won't want to miss this episode. 🎙️🤘

🎙️ NEW EPISODE: Feura | The Dawg and Gus Show

This week on The Dawg and Gus Show, we're joined by one of Canada's most fearless emerging rock artists, Feura.

Blending grunge, punk, and hard-hitting alternative rock, Feura has built a reputation for delivering unapologetically honest music and electrifying live performances. From opening for JUNO-winning punk band NOBRO to performing at Pride Toronto and leading grassroots music initiatives, Feura has become a powerful voice for authenticity, individuality, and community.

In this episode, we dive into:

🎸 The journey from theatre to Toronto's underground punk scene
🎤 Building a career as an independent artist
🎶 The stories behind the music and the debut album
🤘 What inspires Feura's explosive live performances
🌈 Creating spaces that celebrate community and authenticity
🚀 What's next as new music continues to make waves

As always, Dawg and Gus bring the laughs, honest conversations, and plenty of Charismatude™ while getting to know the person behind the music.

Whether you're a longtime fan of punk and alternative rock or discovering Feura for the first time, this episode is packed with insight, inspiration, and some unforgettable stories.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and wherever you get your podcasts.

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