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Brock Geiger on Sled Island 2026, Calgary’s Music Community & His Debut Album “Some Nights” | The Sonic Collective

In this Sonic Collective Sled Island series episode, host Darren Scott interviews Calgary-based songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, producer, and audio engineer Brock Geiger ahead of Sled Island 2026. Brock shares how he started playing music in Calgary, learned touring and studio life through bands like The Dudes and Reuben and the Dark, and built his production practice into Studio B. He discusses making his debut solo album, Some Nights, beginning during COVID in his home studio and later expanding it at Sound City in Los Angeles with notable players. Brock reflects on Sled Island’s impact, memorable early festival experiences, what makes the festival’s audiences unique, and how it supports Calgary’s independent scene. He also previews current projects, his Sled Island 2026 sets, recommended local venues, and advice for emerging artists.

Upcoming Performances 2026:

June 17 - Dickens (Sled Island)
June 20 - Dandy Brewing (Sled Island)
July 25 - Calgary Folk Festival (as RALEIGH)

https://www.brockgeiger.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brock__geiger/

00:00 Show Intro
01:03 Sled Island Series Setup
02:33 Brock Geiger Background
02:44 Calgary Roots Early Bands
04:16 Touring Session Work
05:37 Recording Producing Obsession
07:56 Studio B Launch
09:00 Solo Album Some Nights
10:09 Sound City Upgrade Sessions
12:06 Sled Island First Memories
14:34 Playing Sled Island Community
15:36 Festival Impact On Calgary
17:51 Sled Audience Energy
20:53 Networking Through Festival
21:59 Current Projects LP Two
23:01 Sled Island Shows Schedule
23:54 Best Calgary Venues
25:19 Must See Acts This Year
25:58 Where To Find Brock
26:33 Advice For Musicians
28:26 Wrap Up And Credits

Brock Geiger Photo Credit: Sebastian Buzzalino

The theme music for The Sonic Collective is Dust by Les Gigantiques from Calgary. Our thanks to the band for letting us use and feature their music. Be sure to check them out. https://www.instagram.com/lesgigantiques/

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