When The Music Mattered with Ray Rauth and Army Kris is your backstage pass to the artists, bands, and songs that didn’t just top charts—they shaped eras, sparked movements, and became the soundtracks to our lives. Each week, two unapologetic music geeks dive into the stories behind the music that actually mattered—from punk pioneers and rock legends to forgotten gems and generational anthems.
When The Music Mattered
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When The Music Mattered with Ray Rauth and Army Kris is your backstage pass to the artists, bands, and songs that didn’t just top charts—they shaped eras, sparked movements, and became the soundtracks to our lives. Each week, two unapologetic music geeks dive into the stories behind the music that actually mattered—from punk pioneers and rock legends to forgotten gems and generational anthems.
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September 2, 2025
When The Music Mattered Ep.16 with Special Guest Mike Haggith
<p>🎙️ This week on When The Music Mattered, we sit down with indie singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Mike Haggith—an artist whose journey spans Windsor, Sault Ste. Marie, Thompson, and now Barrie. Each city left its imprint on his sound and his sense of community, and Mike shares how those experiences shaped him as both a musician and a mental-health advocate.</p><p><br></p><p>We dive into the surprise release of Bridges (2021), a record born out of isolation and self-reflection in Thompson, and the powerful imagery behind The Nature Of The Times video. Mike opens up about his unique writing process—balancing upbeat grooves with deeply introspective lyrics—and walks us through how he decides what to keep raw and what to polish in the studio.</p><p><br></p><p>From pushing through a freak knee dislocation at Rotaryfest, to launching MorningStar Records as a new model for indie collaboration, to his commitment to mental-health advocacy for artists in remote and smaller markets, Mike proves that his tagline—“just an honest guy with his guitar, sending love from the 44th Parallel”—is more than just words. It’s his mission.</p><p><br></p><p>Tune in for an honest, inspiring, and heartfelt conversation.</p><p><br></p><p>#WhenTheMusicMattered #MikeHaggith #IndieArtist #CanadianMusic #MentalHealthMatters #IndieRock</p>
August 26, 2025
Ep.15 | Secondhand Dreamcar
<p>What happens when nine accomplished musicians come together to form a single band? You get Secondhand Dreamcar—a powerhouse collective blending funk, soul, folk, and roots into a sound that’s as big as it is intentional.</p><p><br></p><p>In this conversation, we dive into the band’s origin story, from a casual jam session to becoming a “superband.” We explore the meaning behind their name, how they balance nine unique musical histories, and what it takes to write and create as a large ensemble without losing individuality.</p><p><br></p><p>The band reflects on the making of their debut album, Answer the Call—from the residency that shaped it, to the recognition it received as one of CKUA’s Top 100 Albums of 2024. They share how the energy of their live shows transforms the music, the joys and challenges of collaboration, and what they hope future listeners will take away from this era of their lives.</p><p><br></p><p>If you’ve ever wondered how a collective this large finds harmony—both musically and personally—this episode offers a rare look inside one of Canada’s most exciting new projects.</p><p><br></p><p>#SecondhandDreamcar #WhenTheMusicMattered #CanadianMusic #FunkSoulFolk #AnswerTheCall #IndieBands #Superband #MusicPodcast #CKUA #NewMusic</p>
August 19, 2025
Ep.14 | Mountain Head Interview
<p>This week, we step into the surreal world of Mountain Head, the Canadian brother-duo blending psych-rock, electro-pop, and hypnotic grooves into a sound that’s as atmospheric as it is unforgettable. Known for their shadowy hats, gold grills, and denim-drenched aesthetic, Mountain Head has built a persona that feels larger than life—but what lies behind the image?</p><p><br></p><p>In this conversation, we dig into the mountain-shaman origin story and uncover the real-life metaphors that inspired it. We talk about how their unique visual identity reflects their music, how they balance their onstage persona with their offstage reality, and which influences—from Johnny Cash to Flavor Flav to Billy Gibbons—speak most to their artistry.</p><p><br></p><p>We explore their songwriting process, from melody to lyrics to experimentation, and dive into how they craft their signature immersive, hypnotic vibe in the studio and on stage. The Hannah brothers also open up about creative risks, their personal lives outside of Mountain Head, and the truths most people wouldn’t guess about them.</p><p><br></p><p>Finally, we look ahead: legacy, risk, and the measure of success beyond charts and streams. If someone pressed play on Mountain Head 30 years from now, what message would they want heard?</p><p><br></p><p>Join us for a trippy, insightful, and deeply human conversation with a band that’s rewriting what it means to blend music, art, and identity.</p><p><br></p><p>#WhenTheMusicMattered</p><p>#MusicPodcast</p><p>#PodcastInterview</p><p>#IndiePodcast</p><p>#PodcastLife</p><p>#BehindTheMusic</p><p>#MountainHead</p><p>#PsychRock</p><p>#ElectroPop</p><p>#JanglePop</p><p>#IndieRock</p><p>#CanadianMusic</p><p>#MusicDuo</p><p>#HannahBrothers</p><p>#BandInterview</p><p>#MusicIdentity</p><p>#SurrealVibes</p><p>#HypnoticSound</p><p>#ImmersiveMusic</p><p>#CreativeJourney</p><p>#SongwritingProcess</p><p>#MusicInfluences</p><p>#ArtAndMusic</p><p>#MusicDiscovery</p><p>#NewMusicAlert</p><p>#IndieArtistSpotlight</p><p>#ListenLocal</p><p>#SupportIndieMusic</p><p>#MusicCommunity</p><p>#MusiciansOfInstagram</p>
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