What happens inside a musician’s mind while they're on stage, in the studio, or sitting alone with their instrument? Sour Notes is a podcast about the inner monologue of performers - from stage fright to flow states, from self-doubt to creative rebirth. Through intimate conversations on the internal struggles often unspoken, it explores how artists create, cope and carry on.Hosted by Roxanne Potvin, a JUNO-nominated singer-songwriter, podcast producer, and mental health speaker based in Nova Scotia, the show is a space for vulnerability in a perfectionist industry.
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Signup to Generate a PitchWhat happens inside a musician’s mind while they're on stage, in the studio, or sitting alone with their instrument? Sour Notes is a podcast about the inner monologue of performers - from stage fright to flow states, from self-doubt to creative rebirth. Through intimate conversations on the internal struggles often unspoken, it explores how artists create, cope and carry on.
Recent episodes include "Christine Bougie: Connecting the Parts" (20 November 2025, 74 minutes), "Leanne Hoffman: Giving it Time" (29 October 2025, 69 minutes), and "Matt Andersen: Getting to the Stage" (15 October 2025, 66 minutes).
Sour Notes publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 60 minutes across 10 episodes.
Booking probability for Sour Notes is 18%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Sour Notes requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Sour Notes's contact route on record: verified email.
The strongest fits for Sour Notes are Artists, Writers & Performers. Sour Notes has a music audience.
Sour Notes is a music podcast with 10 episodes published.
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Episode #9
<p>Today I’m thrilled to share my conversation with a very dear musical friend and collaborator for many years, a painter of lap steel swells and soundscapes, a quiet force, and one of the most humble and wise people I...
Episode #8
<p>Today’s guest is Leanne Hoffman, a Nova Scotia based multi-disciplinary artist, songwriter, and producer. In this episode, we talk about navigating intense bouts of performance anxiety and allowing time to let us...
Episode #7
<p>Today, you’ll hear my conversation with Matt Andersen. Matt is a blues and roots based singer-songwriter and guitarist from the East Coast. His career spans 20 plus years, world wide tours and many recognitions, but...
Episode #6
<p>Today, I’m very pleased to have a chat with Laura Merrimen. A staple of the songwriter scene in Nova Scotia, as well as an accomplished painter and Reiki practionner. In this conversation, we talk about staying...
Episode #5
<p>Today I’m talking with JW-Jones, a blues based guitarist, songwriter and singer from Ottawa. JW has been steadily growing his career for more than two decades as an independent artist. In this wide-ranging...
Episode #4
<p>Our guest today is Aphrose, a Toronto-based Soul music songwriter and singer who’s album Roses was nominated for a JUNO award in 2025. Aphrose, aka Joanna Mohammed, talks about the pressures of navigating the...
Episode #3
<p>Today’s guest is veteran east coast blues guitar player Carter Chaplin. Carter toured the blues circuit for 3 decades playing with legends of the Canadian blues scene like Dutch Mason, Rick Jeffries and many more. In...
<p>Today I sit down with someone who has been immensely helpful on my own journey to taming the self critic. Certified Neuro Somatic Coach, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner and singer Elise Besler. In this...
<p>Today’s guest is Erin Costelo, soulful songstress from the beloved East Coast, celebrated record producer and now radio producer as well. Erin is a longtime friend on the scene and in this conversation, we discover...
Sour Notes
<p>What happens inside a musician’s mind while they're on stage, in the studio, or sitting alone with their instrument?</p><p>Sour Notes is a podcast about the inner monologue of performers - from stage fright to flow...
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