s2 Post-Fame-Plus Wrapped
Dec 18, 2025
00:47:43

In this special episode of Post-Fame Plus, Alexi and Glen reflect on their Spotify Wrapped for 2025, discussing their top genres, songs, albums, and artists of the year. They share their surprises and insights, ponder the influence of their listening habits, and discuss new features in Spotify's end-of-year feature. They also highlight their favorite songs released in 2025 and touch on plans for the next season of their podcast.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

00:21 Post Fame Plus Overview

00:59 Spotify Wrapped Discussion

03:06 Top Genres Breakdown

09:19 Listening Age Analysis

11:42 Top Songs Countdown

23:23 Discussing Favorite Songs

24:08 Top Albums of the Year

24:36 Concert Memories and Music Preferences

26:31 Top Artists Breakdown

29:29 Spotify Wrapped Insights

32:43 AI-Generated Music Stories

39:32 Favorite Songs of 2025

hosts: Glen Erickson, Alexi Erickson
Almost Famous Enough website: https://www.almostfamousenough.com
AFE instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostfamousenough
Almost Famous Enough Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1o1PRD2X0i3Otmpn8vi2zP?si=1ece497360564480

Almost Famous Enough is a series of conversations centered around the music industry, pulling back the veil on what it really means to “make it”. Our podcast features guests who know the grind, who have lived the dream, or at the very least, chased the dream. Through these conversational biographies, truth and vulnerability provide more than a topical roadmap or compile some career advice; they can appeal to the dreamer in us all, with stories that can teach us, inspire us, and even reconcile us, and make us feel like we made a new friend along the way.

ep32 Eamon Mcgrath was always punk
released Dec 11, 2025
2:05:54

Eamon McGrath is a Canadian musician, songwriter, and author from Edmonton, Alberta, currently based in Windsor, Ontario. He has been active in the music industry since 2006, known for his prolific output and genre-blending style that fuses punk rock, indie rock, folk, and country. This episode features a candid conversation with Eamon discussing his 20-year career in music. McGrath delves into his DIY ethos, the punk rock mentality beyond music, and reevaluating success. He shares about enduring excessive tours, coping with substance abuse, and his journey to sobriety. Highlighting the Canadian music landscape, he emphasizes creating genuine connections with audiences over industry-driven metrics and forecasts a renaissance in independent music post-pandemic.

Keywords
Canadian music, punk rock, touring, music industry, authenticity, community, joy, curation, music career, DIY, independent music, live music venues, personal fulfillment

Takeaways
The Canadian music scene has a unique and challenging landscape.
Community and connection are vital in the music industry.
The modern music industry is unpredictable and fragmented.
The future of music creation is shifting towards more authentic experiences.
Eamon's journey highlights the balance between art and personal well-being.

Guest website: https://eamonmcgrath.bandcamp.com/music

Guest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eamon_mcgrath/

Guest youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@eamonmcgrath4286

hosts: Glen Erickson, Alexi Erickson
Almost Famous Enough website: https://www.almostfamousenough.com
AFE instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostfamousenough
Almost Famous Enough Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1o1PRD2X0i3Otmpn8vi2zP?si=1ece497360564480

Almost Famous Enough is a series of conversations centered around the music industry, pulling back the veil on what it really means to “make it”. Our podcast features guests who know the grind, who have lived the dream, or at the very least, chased the dream. Through these conversational biographies, truth and vulnerability provide more than a topical roadmap or compile some career advice; they can appeal to the dreamer in us all, with stories that can teach us, inspire us, and even reconcile us, and make us feel like we made a new friend along the way.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction
02:41 Eamon's Early Music Journey
04:05 The Canadian Music Scene
09:03 Defining Punk Rock
19:49 The Evolution of the Music Industry
28:56 Finding Peace in Music
46:42 The Complexity of Artistic Journeys
49:40 Stages of Artistic Development
52:17 The Evolution of Music and Personal Growth
55:38 The Impact of DIY Culture
01:00:32 Navigating the Music Industry
01:07:30 Struggles with Substance Abuse
01:15:15 The Changing Landscape of Live Music
01:30:37 Reflections on Career and Future Directions
01:33:32 Choosing Optimism in the Music Industry
01:35:00 The Reality of a Musician's Life
01:36:46 Maintaining Passion and Avoiding Burnout
01:38:04 Adapting to a Changing Music Landscape
01:40:30 Highlighting Inspiring Artists
01:43:36 Upcoming Shows and Touring Insights
01:46:20 Reflecting on Edmonton's Music Scene
01:53:33 Post-Fame with Alexi

ep31 Terra Lightfoot is charm(ed)(ing)
released December 4, 2025
1:36:50

In this engaging conversation, Terra Lightfoot shares her journey from Halliburton, Ontario, to becoming a recognized musician in Canada. She discusses her early influences, the transition from classical piano to guitar, and the importance of community and connections in the music industry. Terra delivers meaning insights such as the significance of kindness in building career relationships. She also shares insights on her first record, the leap to full-time music, and the collaborative nature of her career. Glen Erickson and Terra Lightfoot explore the nuances of gender perspectives in guitar playing, the fluidity of musical expression, and the ongoing journey of redefining success in the music industry. Terra shares her personal epiphanies about happiness and the importance of taking breaks, as well as her creative process behind her new album 'Home Front'. The discussion also touches on the reactions to her latest work and the challenges of live performances, emphasizing the need for balance and authenticity in the music world.

Key Takeaways

• The importance of community and connections in the music industry.
• Success should be redefined to prioritize happiness.
• The leap to full-time musician involved significant risk and support from peers.

Sound bites

"We're all on an even playing field."
"I was losing big parts of myself."
"Taking a break is not bad."

Guest website: https://www.terralightfoot.com/
Guest instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terralightfoot
Guest youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBUk6guA6llVgZujqA6Xz0w

hosts: Glen Erickson, Alexi Erickson

Almost Famous Enough website: https://www.almostfamousenough.com
AFE instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostfamousenough
Almost Famous Enough Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1o1PRD2X0i3Otmpn8vi2zP?si=1ece497360564480

Almost Famous Enough is a series of conversations centered around the music industry, pulling back the veil on what it really means to “make it”. Our podcast features guests who know the grind, who have lived the dream, or at the very least, chased the dream. Through these conversational biographies, truth and vulnerability provide more than a topical roadmap or compile some career advice; they can appeal to the dreamer in us all, with stories that can teach us, inspire us, and even reconcile us, and make us feel like we made a new friend along the way.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

03:17 Conversation with Terra Lightfoot

04:33 Canadian Geography and Life in Halliburton

10:40 Musical Beginnings and Influences

20:23 Early Career and First Record

26:23 Breakthrough Moments and Touring

33:00 Challenges and Overcoming Stereotypes

36:48 Reflections on Guitar Playing

39:04 Incredible Guitarists and Gender in Music

39:29 Creating an Even Playing Field

40:15 Fluidity of Gender and Guitar Playing

42:33 Personal Success and Validation

43:33 Early Musical Influences

46:24 Defining Success and Personal Growth

49:05 Balancing Work and Well-being

55:40 The Longest Road Show

01:01:11 Creating the Album 'Home Front'

01:06:57 Covering Treble Charger's 'Red'

01:16:49 Post-Fame with Alexi