In Episode Four of "Car Tunes," host Paul Brandt celebrates the lives and music of two of Alberta's most iconic artists - Jann Arden and k.d. lang, the "Prairie Powerhouses." This episode is a tribute to their groundbreaking contributions to the Canadian music scene and their profound impact on fans worldwide. The episode opens with a focus on Jann Arden, the Calgary-born artist known for her emotive lyricism and soul-stirring melodies. Paul delves into Jann's journey, marked by perseverance and resilience, and plays her breakthrough hit "Insensitive," illustrating her talent for honest and po ..read more

In this special and final edition of "Car Tunes," host Paul Brandt takes listeners on a nostalgic journey, revisiting the most memorable moments and the incredible artists from Alberta's rich musical landscape featured throughout the series. This episode serves as a grand finale, highlighting the extraordinary careers of Alberta's finest musicians and their timeless songs that many have enjoyed singing along to in their cars. Paul starts the episode by looking back at Episode One, which centered on his own musical journey. From his early days as a nurse in Calgary to his rise as a country musi ..read more

In this heartfelt episode of "Car Tunes," host Paul Brandt pays tribute to the legendary Ian Tyson, a cornerstone of Canada's music scene and a true embodiment of the Western spirit. Episode Three, titled "Ian Tyson - Canada’s Cowboy," takes listeners on a journey through the life and legacy of this iconic artist. Paul Brandt delves into Tyson's early years, where his profound connection to the Canadian West began. The episode features clips of Tyson’s early music, highlighting his initial foray into the folk scene with his partnership in the duo Ian & Sylvia. Listeners are treated to the ..read more

Join host Paul Brandt on this episode of "Car Tunes," where he sits down with the legendary Alberta-born country artist, Terri Clark. In "A Cowgirl's Diary - Terri Clark's Alberta Roots," we dive deep into Terri's inspiring journey from the small town of Medicine Hat, Alberta, to the bright lights of Nashville. The episode kicks off with a look at Terri's early life, surrounded by a family steeped in country music, shaping her aspirations and unique sound. Terri shares personal stories about her childhood and the influences that led her to pursue a career in country music. As we journey throug ..read more

Welcome to a preview of  "Car Toons," a celebration of the songs and artists we love to listen to in the car. hosted by Canadian Country Music Icon Paul Brandt and powered by Cam Clark Ford. This series is your backstage pass to the vibrant music scene of Alberta. We'll explore the careers of Terri Clark, Legend Ian Tyson, KD Lang, Jan Arden and Grammy-nominated indie artist Leslie Feist.  Our journey begins with Paul Brandt, the most awarded male Canadian country artist in history. From his breakthrough single "My Heart Has a History" to the country hit "I Do," his tunes have become ..read more

Join us in the fifth episode of "Car Tunes," where host Paul Brandt takes us through the inspiring musical journey of Leslie Feist, known mononymously as Feist. This episode celebrates her evolution from Calgary's punk scene to becoming a Grammy-nominated icon in the global indie-pop arena. Paul kicks off the episode by reflecting on Feist's early days, where at just 15, she founded and led vocals for the punk band Placebo in Calgary. This segment includes a brief clip of Feist’s early music with Placebo, followed by Feist herself sharing how these formative years in Calgary shaped her artisti ..read more

Welcome to a preview of  "Car Toons," a celebration of the songs and artists we love to listen to in the car. hosted by Canadian Country Music Icon Paul Brandt and powered by Cam Clark Ford. This series is your backstage pass to the vibrant music scene of Alberta. We'll explore the careers of Terri Clark, Legend Ian Tyson, KD Lang, Jan Arden and Grammy-nominated indie artist Leslie Feist. About Paul: Paul Brandt is the most awarded male Canadian country artist in history. His 1996 debut RIAA certified Gold album Calm Before the Storm went on to sell one million albums internationally, pro ..read more