Summer Bennett & Karol Brown

Summer Bennett & Karol Brown join Songs From The Square for an intimate live performance and conversation recorded at Glasgow Square Green Room in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia.

In this episode, the artists perform songs from their catalogue while sharing the stories, inspirations, and creative process behind their music. From the first note to the lyrics’ meaning, listeners get a behind-the-scenes look at what shapes their sound and artistry.

Artist Bios:
Summer BennettAn award-winning songwriter and performer from Paradise, Newfoundland. Summer is a MusicNL Indigenous Artist of the Year and 2025 ECMA Award recipient. Signed to Scilly Cove Records, she is currently working with multi-Grammy Award-winning producer Greg Wells. Her debut EP One Thousand Fahrenheit is available now.

Karol Brown Raised along the Northumberland Strait, Karol writes melodic, lyric-driven songs rooted in lived experience. Influenced by Joni Mitchell, Billy Joel, and Taylor Swift, her music reflects a handcrafted and heartfelt approach to storytelling.

About East Coast DNA:
East Coast DNA is a media platform dedicated to highlighting Canadian music, arts, and culture, with a focus on the vibrant scenes across the Maritimes. Through video podcasts, interviews, photography, live performance reviews, and original content, East Coast DNA preserves and celebrates the stories behind the artists while connecting audiences to the music they love. The team is led by Darcy Walsh, who hosts Songs From The Square and curates the platform’s live and long-form content.

Hosted by Darcy Walsh, Songs From The Square is a video podcast series that highlights both emerging and established Canadian singer-songwriters. Each episode captures the unique voice of the artist, creating a focused listening-room environment where songwriting takes center stage.

This series is more than just performances — it’s a celebration of creativity, storytelling, and the vibrant Canadian music scene. Whether you’re a long-time fan or discovering these artists for the first time, you’ll experience the intimacy, energy, and artistry of live music in a way that feels personal and unforgettable.

Recorded at Glasgow Square Green Room, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia

Special thanks: Morgan Simms, Town of New Glasgow, Long & McQuade Truro, Sound Tech Derek Martin, and video camera assistance from Melinda Butler

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