On Sept 21, the Polaris Music Prize gala will crown this year’s best Canadian album based solely on artistic merit. We sat down with two of the Top Ten Short List Nominees: Elliott Brood and Great Lake Swimmers. Elliott Brood’s newest album, Mountain Meadows, follows in the wonderful steps of their previous Juno-nominated release, Ambassador. Their sound is uniquely charming (just as they are) and delivers a raw, energetic alternative country dance sound. Great Lake Swimmers’ most recent release, Lost Channels, was inspired by the Thousand Islands setting where the band journeyed while writing and recording the album. Kick back, relax and enjoy the soothing guitar arrangements and exceptional songwriting. For more info on these two nominees, visit: www.elliottbrood.ca and www.greatlakeswimmers.com.