Send us Fan Mail Conrad Montana (Les Gigantiques) on Sled Island, Calgary’s Music Scene &amp; a 20-Year-Old Album Finally Released  Darren Scott of The Sonic Collective continues the Sled Island series with a conversation featuring Conrad Sawatzky (Conrad Montana of Les Gigantiques), a longtime Calgary musician who has been active in bands including Anxious Poets, the Shinolas, Cripple Creek Fairies, and The Deadly Skulls. Conrad shares his musical beginnings, his role in local preservation e...

Sled Island: The Festival That Changed Calgary Music

The Sonic Collective is a music podcast dedicated to exploring the albums, artists, and ideas that have shaped the soundtrack of our lives. Each month, the show takes a deep dive into a different album or musical concept—examining the history behind it, the cultural context in which it was created, and the lasting impact it has had on the music industry.Hosted by Alain DuPuis, Scott Coates, Scott Gregory, and Darren Scott—yes, that’s probably one Scott too many—the conversation blends thoughtful analysis, passionate debate, and personal stories about the music that has defined generations.From timeless classics to influential hidden gems, The Sonic Collective goes beyond the surface of the albums you know (and some you may not) to explore how they were made, why they mattered, and how they continue to influence the music we hear today.If you love music history, great albums, and discovering new perspectives on the albums and songs that shaped our culture, The Sonic Collective is your answer.&nbsp;Kids just don't get it these days.&nbsp;