Sounds Atlantic
Sounds Atlantic is a podcast heard weekly that is devoted to artists from Atlantic Canada who perform roots and acoustic based music (i.e., traditional, folk, old-time, “Canadiana”/”Americana”, bluegrass, etc.).
Atlantic Canadian artists describe it this way:
Anita Best (trad Newfoundland singer, folk historian and Order of Canada member) refers to this podcast as "the best show for down-home music in all of Canada"...
Wayne Chaulk ("Buddy Wassisname and the Other Fellers") says "Ron's got to be good right - he's got Newfoundland blood!)...and,
Newfoundland and Labrador singer-songwriter Matthew Byrne (solo performer and lead singer/bouzouki player for CBC "Q" host Tom Power's band "The Dardanelles") says "If you're a fan of great folk and traditional music, you'll find it here, where Ron is dusting off old gems and showcasing what's new and exciting in East Coast folk!"
Sounds Atlantic
Episode 226: From Newfoundland Appalachia – The Music of Émile Benoit (1913-1992)
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From the Port au Port in Newfoundland Appalachia - the Music of Émile Benoit, another “father of the Newfoundland fiddle”, featuring music and interviews with Jim Payne and Christina Smith.
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March 13, 2026
"Sounds Atlantic," hosted by Ron Moores, is a highly regarded, niche podcast specializing in roots, folk, and acoustic music from Atlantic Canada. It rates highly within its specific genre and, as of early 2026, was ranked among the top 15 music podcasts in Canada.
- Compared to Peers: Americana UK describes it as a good "Sunday morning listen" that successfully showcases both established and less well-known artists, noting the host is a strong interviewer.
January 22, 2026
"Sounds Atlantic" has been added to the "Top 25 Music Podcasts" in Canada (#14)!
See: https://www.millionpodcasts.com/music-podcasts-canada/
September 22, 2025:
"Sounds Atlantic" is a highly regarded podcast specializing in roots and acoustic music from Atlantic Canada, receiving high rankings on platforms like Feedspot as a top Canadian music podcast and a top maritime podcast. It boasts an average rating of 4.7 stars on...