The 54-40 guitarist realized his dream—playing the soundtrack to his youth. Hundreds of shows later, it still feels surreal. He got really, really lucky. #5440 #RockStar #BandLife #MusicDreams
A 5440 fan reflects on discovering The Green Record. The band, nine years older, released their major label debut when the fan was in grade 12. A unique connection. #5440 #TheGreenRecord #MusicMemories #CanadianMusic
Dave Genn of legendary Canadian rock band 54-40 joins Meet Me For Coffee for a thoughtful conversation about longevity, creativity, and what it takes to keep making meaningful music in an ever-changing industry. While 54-40 formed in 1981 in Tsawwassen, British Columbia, Dave has been a member of the band…
Brenda Lee's classic barely charted—until TikTok. Decades later, a viral trend resurrected the 60-year-old song, topping charts every December. The internet's power to revive legends. #ChristmasMusic #TikTokTrend #BrendaLee #ViralSongs
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas was almost too depressing! The original lyrics were incredibly bleak. Frank Sinatra stepped in and asked for something “jollier.” #ChristmasMusic #FrankSinatra #ChristmasFacts #SongHistory
Grandma Got Run Over By A Reindeer started as a bar joke! A local DJ loved it and played it on repeat, turning a silly tune into an international Christmas classic. #ChristmasSongs #HolidayMusic #FunFacts #BehindTheMusic
Bing Crosby's "White Christmas"—biggest-selling single ever. But the label saw it as a B-side! Radio DJs flipped it, the audience decided, and a Christmas miracle was born. Stay tuned for episode 8. #WhiteChristmas #BingCrosby #ChristmasMusic #MusicHistory
During World War I, "Silent Night" sparked an unofficial Christmas truce. Soldiers emerged, exchanged gifts, and even played soccer. One song, one night, stopped a war. #ChristmasMiracle #WorldWarI #SilentNight #ChristmasEve #HolidayMagic
Preacher Stone is back — and a lot has changed since the last time they sat down with George Panayi. In this return appearance on Meet Me For Coffee, the band opens up about what it really takes to keep going as a rock band in 2025. Touring realities, industry…
A Christmas duet deemed too sexy for the radio? "Baby It's Cold Outside" sparked outrage for its flirting. Now it's a playful classic—but back then, it was the WAP of Christmas music. #ChristmasMusic #BannedSongs #Controversy #MusicHistory
“All I Want For Christmas Is You” was written in 15 minutes—now earning millions every December. A retro feel, simple chords, and a catchy hook made it a holiday staple. #MariahCarey #ChristmasMusic #Songwriting #MusicHistory
The magic behind 'Fairytale of New York'? Shane MacGowan, hammered. One raw, slurred, brilliant take—full of emotion. Proof that sometimes, imperfection is perfection. Chaotic, messy, unforgettable. #ChristmasSongs #ShaneMacGowan #ThePogues #MusicHistory
The Christmas classic "Do You Hear What I Hear" wasn't a carol—it was a protest song, penned during the Cuban Missile Crisis. A message disguised as peace. #ChristmasMusic #CubanMissileCrisis #Peace #ProtestSong
Mel Torme wrote 'The Christmas Song' during a scorching California summer to mentally cool down. He saw a list of cold things and wrote the whole song in 45 minutes! #ChristmasSongs #ChristmasMusic #SongFacts #HolidayMusic
George from Meet Me For Coffee explores the history of Christmas classics. From Mariah to Sinatra, uncover the untold stories behind the songs you love this holiday season. Subscribe for 10 episodes! #ChristmasSongs #HolidayMusic #MusicHistory #MariahCarey #FrankSinatra
Sam from The Revenant discusses the themes tying together the 100-copy colored vinyl bundles: 'Black Dogs' and 'The B-Sides'. Two sides of life: youthful defiance and the search for love, juxtaposed with mental suffering. #TheRevenant #VinylBundle #BlackDogs #MusicInterview
When Revenant tours, they have one unusual request: a 2-liter bottle of Pepsi Max. Bookers always question it, offering beer or spirits, but the band just wants their Pepsi Max! #BandRider #PepsiMax #Type1Diabetes #Revenant
Everyone thinks our band's name comes from the DiCaprio movie—nope! Blues, blues-rock, heavy metal, and even Japanese fusion influence our sound. Hear the surprising mix! #BandNameOrigin #MusicInfluences #BluesRock #HeavyMetal #JapaneseFusion
Revenant's music embraces the messy truth of life—the good and the bad. It's okay to have a bad day. It's okay to not have it all figured out. Interview with Sam from Revenant. #Revenant #MusicInterview #RealLife #HonestSongs #NoSilverLining
TikTok didn't just change music, it rewired the industry. Now labels sign algorithms, chasing viral trends. A 7-second clip can outweigh a 7-year career. Music is now engineered for attention. #TikTokMusic #MusicIndustry #ViralMusic #MusicBusiness
In this episode, George sits down with Sam from Revenant, one of the most exciting rising heavy acts making noise right now. Sam opens up about the band’s grind, creative process, and how they’re carving out their own path in today’s music landscape. From songwriting and studio work to the…
Your favorite artist probably didn't write their biggest hit. The real problem? Hit songs are made in boardrooms, using data-driven formulas. Music used to be personal; now it's product. #Ghostwriters #Topliners #MusicIndustry #Songwriting
Streaming promised freedom, but algorithms now dictate taste. Fake streams, paid playlists, and 8-second songs—music isn't made for humans anymore; it's built for machines. #MusicIndustry #StreamingEra #Spotify #MusicBusiness
Touring is breaking. Costs exploded: fuel, crews, visas, insurance. Even mid-level artists can't afford it anymore. When artists stop touring, scenes die and labels squeeze harder. #MusicIndustry #Touring #LiveMusic #MusicBusiness
