Episode 320: Tribute to Frank Maher: iconic Newfoundland & Labrador Accordionist

Sounds Atlantic

Friday, March 28, 2025 - 1 hour 40 minutes

Tribute to a giant in Newfoundland-Labrador music; accordionist, humourist and band leader Frank Maher, including reviews, tributes, and interviews with Frank and the members of his band “The Mahers Bars” (Jean Hewson, Christina Smith and Rick West).

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August 7, 2025:

"Sounds Atlantic" is a highly regarded podcast specializing in roots and acoustic music from Atlantic Canada. It's praised for its focus on down-home music from the region. While it's not rated against all music podcasts, it receives positive feedback, particularly from artists and listeners interested in this specific genre and geographic area. Anita Best, a renowned Newfoundland singer, calls it "the best show for down-home music in all of Canada" according to the Apple Podcasts description of the podcast. The podcast is updated weekly and is available on Apple Podcasts.

Note: In July2025, "Sounds Atlantic" was rated ...

#10 Among the Top Best Canadian Music Podcasts...see:
https://podcast.feedspot.com/canadian_music_podcasts/

And, #18 among both the “Top 70 Maritime Podcasts and Top 20 Acoustic Music Podcasts list”…where it currently rates #12

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