Episode 174: Candy Says

About this episode

This episode features Candy Says, a punk band from Ottawa known for their energetic performances and unique sound.

Candy Says is a three-piece punk band from Ottawa, bringing raw energy, sharp attitude, and unapologetic identity to the local scene. Blending influences from bands like Wire, The Damned, Bikini Kill, and The Cramps, their sound sits somewhere between classic punk urgency and modern queercore grit. Formed over a year ago, Candy Says has quickly made a name for themselves through high-energy live shows and a growing presence in Ottawa’s DIY community. https://linktr.ee/candysaysband Egoandvicepodcast.com

People in this episode

Host: Ego & Vice Podcast

Topics covered

• punk music
• DIY community
• queercore
• live performances
• Ottawa music scene

Keywords

• Candy Says
• punk band
• Ottawa
• DIY music
• queercore
• live shows
• music influences

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Candy Says, Wire, The Damned, Bikini Kill, The Cramps

Places: Ottawa

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