The Kelly Alexander Show

Mint Simon - Influenced By Prince & Performing At Osheaga!

The Kelly Alexander Show welcomes Canadian pop recording artist Mint Simon who has just released their debut EP "Chimera" and will be performing at the world-renowned music festival Osheaga in August in Montreal. Mint Simon talks to us about their sound and who influenced them growing up including Prince. They also let us know that going through the pandemic affected their mental health and how their music helped them through it. We delve into how they got chosen to perform at Osheaga this year, what it means to them and what it is like to write music for TV and film, (having some of their songs placed on shows like Grey's Anatomy, Madame Web and Orange Is The New Black). Enjoy the conversation and thank you for listening!

Shawn Desman & Jamie Fine - Together At Last!

The Kelly Alexander Show is very excited to welcome two phenomenal Canadian pop recording artists, Shawn Desman and Jamie Fine who have collaborated on a hit song called "Body." The track is already off to great heights becoming the number one most added song at Top 40 Radio. Shawn and Jamie talk about how they first met, why they decided to collaborate and what it was like to produce such an amazing song. We also find out when Jamie is tying the knot and what it means for Shawn to be enjoying such a career resurgence as one of Canada's elite pop recording artists. Kelly then catches you up on some entertainment news including a new remix album from Madonna and an upcoming film featuring Jennifer Lopez that is already getting rave reviews. Enjoy the conversation and thank you for listening!

Chrissy Spratt - In Too Deep!

The Kelly Alexander Show welcomes Canadian R&B recording artist Chrissy Spratt who has turned herself into a viral sensation over the last several years garnering millions of followers across Instagram and TikTok for her fantastic covers of songs like Drake's "One Dance" and Charlie Puth's "Attention." Now Chrissy is diving into original music with her single "In Too Deep" and a debut EP on the way on August 22nd. Chrissy talks to us about her path in music, how she managed to build such an incredible social media following, what to expect from her upcoming EP and where she is headed next. She also tells us which producer she'd love to work with, who would be in her flight crew if she went to space and which artists have influenced her sound. Enjoy the conversation and thank you for listening!

Emi Jeen - New Single & Performing at Osheaga!

The Kelly Alexander Show welcomes Montreal-based alt-pop recording artist Emi Jeen who has released a new song called “I’m Not Good.” Emi tells us all about the song and how she got the opportunity to perform at this year’s upcoming world-renowned music festival Osheaga. Then Kelly talks to you about some entertainment news including a new Netflix show about horse racing called "Race for the Crown," a Yellowstone spinoff featuring actor Luke Grimes and rock band Soundgarden releasing their final album. Enjoy the conversation and thank you for listening!

Justine Tyrell - Appearing on BET Soul!

The Kelly Alexander Show welcomes Canadian recording artist & songwriter Justine Tyrell! Justine talks to us about her latest song "Proud" which has been chosen to feature on BET Soul which is a huge accomplishment in her career. Justine also talks to us about her upcoming EP, what it is like to be an artist and businesswomen and her relationship with social media. We also find out which artists influence her musically, what is always in her fridge and which girl group she'd like to create with Mya, Ari Lennox, Jessie Reyez and Rihanna. Then Kelly talks to you about some entertainment news including the release date for Ed Sheeran’s new album, Donnie Wahlberg getting another kick at the can in one of his beloved roles and an upcoming documentary about Bono from U2. Enjoy the conversation and thank you for listening!