"A hoser can be anyone. A hoser is not a simple person, it is a person who likes simple things. If you love your family, friends and neighbours, you are a hoser, and if you have ever shovelled your neighbour's walk during a snowstorm, you are a hoser!" — Devin Cuddy

Pianist/singer/songwriter Devin Cuddy kicks off Music Buddy Season 5, with an upbeat conversation about hoserism, Canadianism, piano, musical inspirations, and touring this great land. His latest album "Livin' Hard Ain't Easy" came out in Spring, 2026, and was recorded live-off-the-floor at The Woodshed Studio in Toronto, ON (with engineer Tim Vesely).

Devin grew up in a very artistic home - his father is Jim Cuddy of Blue Rodeo, and his mother is Actress Rena Polley. Naturally, Devin's exposure to art, culture and creativity was in abundance as a child and teenager, but ultimately, he found his own way to music, and has forged his own path while gathering influences along the way - from early jazz, to outlaw country, to classic songwriters of our time.  

Devin's songs are infused with a very Canadian perspective and sense of place. They are stories plucked from all corners of this country. The songs range from sweet to sassy to insightful. He is an artist who has found his comfort zone, and is embracing—in the best way possible—life on the road as a touring musician.

As a special addition to this Season Opener, you'll be treated to Devin performing 2 of his songs live, just piano and voice. 

Learn more about Devin at devincuddy.com

Music in this episode:

From Livin' Hard Ain't Easy (The Devin Cuddy Band, 2026)
- "Livin' Hard Ain't Easy" 
- "Two Hosers"
- "Prairie Wind"

Live at The Woodshed (Devin Cuddy, solo piano & voice)
- "Jill' Song" 
- "One More for the Old Boy"

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