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About Me


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Since 2002, Host and Producer, Hop The Fence on CHUO 89.1 FM in Ottawa. It is a public affairs program on Ottawa community radio based out of the University of Ottawa. I feature interviews with Canadian independent musicians of all genres. Many Juno nominees have appeared on Hop The Fence including Kheaven Brereton aka K-OS, Broken Social Scene’s Kevin Drew and Andrew Whiteman, Buck 65, Benjamin Kowalewicz of Billy Talent, Arcade Fire’s Jeremy Gara, Torquil Campbell of Stars, The Tea Party’s Jeff Burrows, and more.
Dozens of upcoming artists have been profiled on the weekly program. The program always features Ottawa talent and promotes local events.
Listen every Friday at 5 p.m. in Ottawa at 89.1 FM or listen on-line at www.chuo.fm
In March 2008, I joined the Board of Directors of the Ottawa Folk Festival . The OFF is planning many exciting events in the Ottawa area. I'll keep you posted!
I love my home town: Ottawa is home to more than just a bunch of stuffy bureaucrats! We’ve got a thriving music scene. Supported by talented producers, top notch studios, a couple of great local record labels, and, of course, a network of great clubs, the Ottawa scene is surprisingly diverse - ranging from alt-country, lo-fi pop, math rock, prog rock to punk and ska. Indie artists from across the country have stopped by our many small clubs to witness the city’s transformation after the lights go out on the Hill and civil servants scurry back to their humble abodes.

My Interests

I'd like to meet:

Great Canadian independant bands. Ottawa artists are particularly welcome on Hop The Fence. Got a band? Got a CD? Give me a call.
Yes, these are my own photos...

My Blog

Divine Brown, Hey Rosetta! on Hop The Fence today!!

Wow - I've got a stellar line-up on Hop The Fence tonight.  Very exciting indeed!  I checked out the 2009 Polaris Prize Shortlist this week to find that 6 out of 10 artists selected have "Hopped The F...
Posted by on Fri, 10 Jul 2009 09:23:00 GMT

Amanda Rheaume and Think About Life on HTF 2day

Early July in Ottawa - It's festival time!  Jazz, blues, and everything in between.  Live music all over the city, both indoors and outdoors.  Hop The Fence is here to help you make sense of it all an...
Posted by on Fri, 03 Jul 2009 11:46:00 GMT

Barzin on HTF 2day

If you've ever had your heart ripped out of your chest cavity and unceremoniously stomped upon, only to have it returned to you sadder but stronger, resolute but hopeful, damaged but empowered - then ...
Posted by on Fri, 26 Jun 2009 11:12:00 GMT

The Novaks on HTF 2day

Excuse me a moment as I settle down from my afternoon binge rush. Yep, I did it again: dipping dark chocolate squares into a tub of peanut butter.  Bzzzzzzzzzz  I'm feeling slightly ill, but sure to f...
Posted by on Fri, 19 Jun 2009 12:13:00 GMT

Deep Dark Woods on HTF 2day at 5 pm

Back from a week on the unusually sunny and warm west coast.  Nice!  Worked hard and had a blast.  Yes, both are simultaneously possible!  Today on Hop The Fence, we'll be featuring lots of great musi...
Posted by on Fri, 12 Jun 2009 09:19:00 GMT

Shanks and Emma-Lee on HTF 2day

I admit that I'm preoccupied this weekend with my other hobby. Without getting into any details, this sport requires that I record every morsel of food I ingest and occasionally paint my skin with a l...
Posted by on Fri, 22 May 2009 08:37:00 GMT

Shotgun Jimmie on HTF 2day

I'd like to know who, exactly, came up with the idea of a 2-day weekend.  Weekends should ALWAYS be 3 days!! If for no other reason, we need our Mondays just to recover from the prevous 2 days!  Get y...
Posted by on Fri, 15 May 2009 09:26:00 GMT

Chris Elie on Hop The Fence

Last weekend, I had the great pleasure of attending the 40th New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival.  It was a blast!  I'll be planning a special show about the trip in the next few weeks. After New O...
Posted by on Fri, 08 May 2009 11:59:00 GMT

Antique Room on HTF 2day

Hey there, greetings from your fave errant radio DJ, anne-marie.  You know, just because I don't send you emails, doesn't mean Hop The Fence isn't on the air every Friday at 5 p.m.  Last week, we had ...
Posted by on Fri, 24 Apr 2009 09:34:00 GMT

HTF captured on video with Rudeboy!

That's right!  I've been hiding behind that radio mic for too long. It's time to get on the big screen!  RUDEBOY are making a video for their next big hit and I'm gonna get my 15 seconds of fame!   Cr...
Posted by on Fri, 03 Apr 2009 09:58:00 GMT