Amy van Keeken is a singer, songwriter, musician, writer, and broadcaster with an extensive acting background. She loves radio and was co-host of the award-winning radio show Twang n Thangs at Edmonton's community-based campus radio station CJSR for many years. She has also been an arts columnist for Edmonton's CBC RadioActive. Born in Vancouver, B.C., Amy grew up in Edmonton from age 12 and lived there for most of her life. She has deep roots in the Edmonton arts community and is a founding member of indie rock band The Secretaries, experimental folk/roots band The AwesomeHots, experimental rock band Mysticeti and interactive cover band Amy van Keeken's Rock and Roll Singalong. She is currently based in East Vancouver, living only a few blocks from where her mom grew up.
What are three go-to songs that inspire Amy?
"Comin Home Baby" by Mel Torme
"Wild One" by Thin Lizzy
"Don't Let me Lose This Dream" by Aretha Franklin
Far Out
Far Out is your weekly eclectic music hang out with Amy van Keeken. From psych-rock to retro groove, join Amy as she unearths hidden gems and explores vast and varied musical terrains.
Twilight
Relax, unwind and float away on a cloud. With quiet sounds from all over the world Twilight is a peaceful two hours of music gleaned from many genres including: classical, jazz, ambient, electronic, folk, and instrumental.
This Just In
This Just In is a show dedicated to exploring new releases in the CKUA library. Get a taste of the latest recordings in many genres and styles, from all over the world. Expect to hear interviews with artists, live performances and CKUA colleagues joining Amy to share what new releases they are currently spinning on their shows and why.
