Throwback Thursday: Lee Harvey Osmond Videos

Original: January 13, 2009

Updated: February 6, 2025

Links: Tim Gibbons, More Tim Gibbons Stories, Video above courtesy of highorhurtin

Video above courtesy of highorhurtin

Links: Lee Harvey Osmond, More Lee Harvey Osmond Stories, Video above courtesy of highorhurtin

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Stunning Tom Wilson Documentary 'Beautiful Scars' on YouTube

'Beautiful Scars', the stunning Tom Wilson (aka Lee Harvey Osmond) biographical TVO documentary was recently released on YouTube. The film follows the veteran Hamilton artist's life in music, painting and his lifelong search for identity that took him to unexpected places. It's a remarkable look into the creative drive of one of Canada's most unique artists.

There are also a few guest appearances and commentary from Daniel Lanois, Ray Farrugia, Colin Linden, Graham Rockingham, Jesse O'Brien plus members of Tom's family and more.

Links: Lee Harvey Osmond, More Lee Harvey Osmond Stories, Video above courtesy of TVO Docs, More Documentaries

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Neil Young's Harvest Turns 50 + Local Covers

Today (February 1, 2022) 'Harvest', the best selling album from Canadian music legend, Neil Young turns 50 years old.

Trivia:

• Release date: February 1, 1972 on Atlantic Records
• Produced by Neil Young, Elliot Mazer, Henry Lewy, Jack Nitzsche
• Guests (highlights): James Taylor, Linda Ronstadt, David Crosby, Stephen Stills, Graham Nash
• Number 1 on Canadian, Billboard (2 weeks), UK charts and more.
• Best selling album in the US for 1972.
• Inducted into Grammy Hall of Fame in 2015

Below are a few local covers of songs from the album.

Links: More Paul Lawrence (Tripleplay) Stories, Video above courtesy of Hamilton Blues Lovers

Links: Lee Harvey Osmond (aka Tom Wilson), More Lee Harvey Osmond Stories, More footage from this same show, Video above courtesy of Hamilton Blues Lovers

Links: Doug Feaver, More Doug Feaver Stories, More footage from this same show, Video above courtesy of Hamilton Blues Lovers

And now a video from the man himself.

Links: Neil Young, More Neil Young Covers/Stories, Video above courtesy of neilyoungchannel, More Album 50th Anniversaries

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Videos: Legendary Hamilton Bands @ It's Your Festival 2018 (Shakers, Crowbar, Teenage Head, Junkhouse)

The 2018 It's Your Festival boasted a number of legendary Hamilton bands for the Canada Day weekend.  Luckily a few people took some footage and we'd like to showcase it here.

We couldn't find anything from Crowbar so if anyone knows of any videos, please email us at blueshamilton@gmail.com and we'll add it to this page.



Links: Shakers, More Shakers Stories, More footage from this show, Video above courtesy of TetsuOmega



Links: Crowbar, More Crowbar Stories, Video above courtesy of Hamilton Blues Lovers



Links: Teenage Head, More Teenage Head Stories, Video above courtesy of Hamilton B. Lous



Links: Junkhouse, More Junkhouse Stories, Video above courtesy of Hamilton B. Lous

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Beautiful Scars by Lee Harvey Osmond is a Folk-Rock Masterpiece!

Beautiful Scars, the latest creation from musical collective, Lee Harvey Osmond, is another rugged, raw, folk-rock masterpiece.  Hamilton legend, Tom Wilson (Junkhouse, Blackie and the Rodeo Kings, Florida Razors) has outdone himself as the main creative force behind this stunning album.

Tom's unmistakable growl is all over this Latent Recordings release.  He blurs the lines between folk, blues, jazz and rock to create bayou swamp music with incredibly poetic lyrics.  There's little gloss and sheen here, it's all about the beautiful grit and dirt!

As always, the Lee Harvey Osmond lineup is ever evolving.  This time we have many local musical compatriots such as Ray Farrugia (Junkhouse), Jesse O'Brien, Tom's son Thompson Wilson (Harlan Pepper), Aaron Goldstein and Darcy Hepner.  Other contributors include  Josh Finlayson (Skydiggers), Andrea Ramolo, John Dymond (Blackie and the Rodeo Kings), Alan Anton (Cowboy Junkies) plus producer Michael Timmons (also of the Cowboy Junkies) and Bluesman Colin James, who co-writes three tracks.

This must-have CD is available at Tom's live shows and a number of physical and online stores.  It's also offered through the Latent Recordings Online Shop and iTunes.

Video above courtesy of Lee Harvey Osmond

Blast from the Past: Lee Harvey Osmond CD-The Folk Sinner

Links: Lee Harvey Osmond, More Lee Harvey Osmond Stories, More Releases

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Astrid Young's New CD, One Night at Giant Rock Will Surpise and Astound

It's been over 10 years since local singer/songwriter Astrid Young's last album.  Now she has unveiled her best work to date: One Night at Giant Rock. It captures an astounding musical artist willing to go all out.

The emotion in her voice is unmistakable as she powers through a few tracks while giving others a wonderful soulful sheen.  Artistically, the lady mixes in funk, pop, country, folk and more - all with evocative lyrics.  There a musical surprise around almost every corner.

Astrid is joined mainly by Victor DeLorenzo of the Violent Femmes (drums), Joe Gore (guitar), Eric McFadden (guitar) plus her husband (and Hamilton boy) Ray Farrugia of Junkhouse and Lee Harvey Osmond on drums as well.   Guests include Hammertown's own Bob Lanois (who is also a co-producer) Jane Wiedlin (The GoGo's), Dawn Chapman (4 Non Blondes), Dan Cornelius (Danko Jones), and Luca D'Alberto (ExWave).

This amazing CD can be purchased through her online store or downloaded via iTunes or eMusic.


Video above courtesy of Astrid Young

Blast from the Past: Videos of Astrid Young@Brantford Station Gallery

Links: Astrid Young, More Astrid Young Stories, More Releases

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New Fearing and White CD: Tea and Confidences

Former Guelph native Stephen Fearing is continuing his very successful partnership with Belfast singer/songwriter Andy White. Tea and Confidences, the duo's sophomore CD (released through LowdenProud Records) continues the high quality set by their wonderful debut album.

Boasting superb harmonies, amazing songwriting craft, funky riffs, sweet lighter moments and much more, the CD offers much to the listener.  These are two musicians at the top of their game.

Gary Craig (Rodeo Kings) deftly handles percussion on most of the album with a great assist by Hamilton's Ray Farrugia (Lee Harvey Osmond, Junkhouse) on drums.  Jeff Bird of the Cowboy Junkies pops by to lend some superb harmonica work as well.

On another local note, the disc was recorded at the Cottage in Guelph.

You can pick up this CD at their live shows or online through MapleMusic.  It can also be downloaded through through iTunes or eMusic.



Video above courtesy of Amarok50




Video above courtesy of Hamilton Blues Lovers

Blast from the Past: Their First CD

Links: Fearing and White, More Stephen Fearing Stories, More Andy White Stories, More Releases

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New Andy Griffiths CD: Mind on Other Things

Once again, local singer/songwriter Andy Griffiths, brings his great pop/folk/rock sound to a new disc.  Mind on Other Things is a great follow up to his previous CD, Looking at a Life ...

This time, the spirit's a lot higher.  Tunes like Gone Forever, Lost My Groove, and Garbage into Space, are incredibly catchy and animated.  Slower moments such as Your Style and Your Smile and We Sing For Your Love work extremely well as a beautful contrast to the more kinetic ones.

To end off the album, Andy's included two interesting, raw, bonus demo tracks.

A few of the accomplished musicians from the previous disc make a triumphant return. Frank Koren, Ray Farrugia, Lawrie Ingles and others add their magic touch.

There's some new blood is here as well.  Both Tomi Swick and Kim Koren add background vocals to a few tracks.  Jesse O'Brien tickles the ivories on 4 songs.  Mark Lalama even breaks out his accordion for wonderful The Fog Has Lifted.  There are too many other guests to mention but they all make this CD sound marvelous.

You can pick up this spectacular CD at Andy's live shows.

Below are a few live videos from a CD release show.







Blast From the Past: Andy Griffith's Looking at a Life...

Links: Andy Griffiths, More Andy Griffiths Stories, More CD Releases 

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New Lee Harvey Osmond CD: The Folk Sinner

The Folk Sinner, the incredible second disc from Tom Wilson's musical collective, Lee Harvey Osmond, is a welcome evolution from the debut.  This new CD has its own soul but is still centred in the psychedelic folk sounds of its predecessor.

The former Junkhouse frontman's voice has got some amazing grit and growl to it here.  Tom's vocals can go really low but can also be smooth when the song warrants it.

As always, many of the tunes defy categorization. Tom's poetic lyrics are joined by pieces of jazz, country, folk, psychedelic rock, and more.  The results are surprisingly artful and cohesive songs.

Lee Harvey Osmond was always more of a community than a band (With Wilson as the ringleader).  As a result, returning musicians such as Ray Farrugia (Junkhouse) and Michael Timmins (Cowboy Junkies) are joined by special guests Paul Reddick, Margot Timmins (Cowboy Junkies), Andy Maize (Skydiggers), Colin Linden (Blackie and the Rodeo Kings), Hawsley Workman, Oh Susanna and more.

Highlights include a cover of Gordon Lightfoot's Oh Linda and Freedom, a song Tom originally penned for Colin James which has become a regular live number from Wilson's shows.

The CD is available in stores, at Tom Wilson's live performances and as a download on the Lee Harvey Osmond site (with two bonus tracks!) and  iTunes.

Below are a few tracks from the CD, courtesy of Tom Wilson.



You can stream the entire album below



Blast from the Past: Lee Harvey Osmond Live DVD

Links: Lee Harvey Osmond, More Lee Harvey Osmond Stories

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Kevin MacLean Band@Whistling Walrus, Part 2

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Bonus Videos



Above video courtesy of TheRealDannyBuzanko



Above video courtesy of idlecode

Links: Kevin MacLean Band, More Kevin MacLean Stories

Tom Wilson and Friends@Corktown (September 23, 2011)(Astrid Young & Ray Farrugia's Stage & Doe, Part 2)

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Tom Wilson (guitar, vocals), Colin Cripps (guitar), Thompson Wilson (Harlan Pepper) (bass), Ray Farrugia (drums), Mimi Shaw (vocals on Jackson)





More Johnny Cash Covers/Stories



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Bonus Videos:



Above video courtesy of annaLaPointe



Above video courtesy of vrmet

Links: Tom Wilson, More Tom Wilson Stories

Astrid Young & Ray Farrugia's Stag & Doe@Corktown (September 23, 2011) Part 1

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Links: Folk Sinners, More Folk Sinners Stories





More Neil Young covers/stories



Last video courtesy of Racebabe

We'll be posting more from Tom Wilson's performance later . . .

Bonus videos of Astrid Young courtesy of thrashedunreal



Links: Astrid Young, Ray Farrugia, Junkhouse, Harlan Pepper

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Sons of the Hammer @ It's Your Festival (July 1, 2011) Part 2

Video courtesy of Hamilton Blues Lovers

Videos courtesy of Envirotech

Video courtesy of Luv Bug 2112

Click here for part 1
Links - Tom Wilson, More Tom Wilson Stories, Teenage Head, More Teenage Head Stories

Sons of the Hammer @ It's Your Festival (July 1, 2011) Part 1

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Sonny Del Rio came up for a song.

More Lou Reed Covers/Stories

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Links - Tom Wilson, More Tom Wilson Stories, Teenage Head, More Teenage Head Stories

Astrid Young & Friends@Brantford Station House (June 5, 2011) Part 2

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Astrid Young (vocals), Matt King (guitar), Ray Farrugia (drums)









Bonus video from djmimage



Links: Astrid Young - More Astrid Young Stories

Click here for Part 1

Astrid Young & Friends@Brantford Station House (June 5, 2011), Part 1

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Astrid Young (vocals), Matt King (guitar), Ray Farrugia (drums)

Astrid and the band jam with Frank Koren prior to the show.



Matt and Ray join opening act Frank and Kim Koren



Above videos courtesy of Dflack1000







Links: Astrid Young - More Astrid Young Stories

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Ray Farrugia (Junkhouse) Plays on New Fearing & White CD

When Canadian folk star Stephen Fearing (Blackie and Rodeo Kings) teamed up with Belfast musician Andy White for a new CD project, Fearing & White, they brought in Hamilton drummer, Ray Farrugia (Junkhouse, Lee Harvey Osmond) to handle the percussion. Ray's great talent on the skins can be heard throughout the album.

The disc is a great addition to Fearing's great body of work. Andy White also adds his brilliant guitar work and outstanding voice. Both musicians harmonize well and complement each other.

Songs range from catchy folk rock tunes (You Can't Count on Anyone Anymore, Heaven for a Lonely Man), slower pieces (Faithful Heart) and music with an Irish feel (What We Know Now, Dream Maker).

The CD is available at Maple Music and iTunes. There's a rocking iTunes exclusive bonus track "How Long" that is also available as a free download if you join their mailing list.

Below are a few related videos.





Links: Fearing & White - Ray Farrugia - More Ray Farrugia Stories

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Tom Wilson and Friends @ Moonshine Cafe (February 18, 2011) Part 2

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Tom Wilson is joined by Harlan Pepper and Ray Farrugia (Junkhouse) on drums. Max Brand (vocals) on Matchbox







More Neil Young covers/stories



Links: Tom Wilson - More Tom Wilson Stories

More videos from the show:

• Harlan Pepper (opening)
• Part 1

Tom Wilson and Friends @ Moonshine Cafe (February 18, 2011) Part 1

Click here if you can't see the videos.

Tom Wilson is joined by Harlan Pepper and Ray Farrugia (Junkhouse) on drums.









Links: Tom Wilson - More Tom Wilson Stories

More videos from the show:

• Harlan Pepper (opening)
• Part 2

Hamilton Music Award Winners

The 2010 Hamilton Music Awards were given out on Sunday November 21 at the McIntyre Theatre in Mohawk College.

Below is a complete list of winners. Congratulations

• Female Artist of the Year: Sarah Harmer
• Male Artist of the Year: Harrison Kennedy
• Local Group of the Year by the People’s Choice: Dry Country
• New Artist/Group of the Year: Harlan Pepper
• Folk/Roots Recording of the Year: Harlan Pepper - Young And Old
• Folk/Traditional Recording of the Year: Scantily Plaid - This One's For You
• ArcelorMittal Dofasco Industry Lifetime Achievement Award – Bob Payne
• Rock Recording of the Year: The Reason - Fools
• Blues Recording of the Year: Harrison Kennedy - One Dog Barking
• Alt/Country Recording of the Year: Ginger St. James and the Grinders - Spank, Sparkle & Growl
• Jazz Recording of the Year: Diana Panton - Pink
• ArcelorMittal Dofasco Music Lifetime Achievement Award (Posthumous) – Gene Lees
• Country Recording of the Year: Tia McGraff - Diversity
• Female Adult Alternative Recording of the Year: Sarah Harmer - Oh Little Fire
• Male Adult Alternative Recording of the Year: Luke Doucet – Steel City Trawler
• Religious Recording of the Year:Peter Tigchelaar - Gracious Window
• ArcelorMittal Dofasco Artist Lifetime Achievement Award – Skip Prokop
• Instrumental Recording of the Year: Carter Lancaster - Case Closed
• Songwriter of the Year: Luke Doucet
• Female Vocalist of the Year: Diana Panton
• Male Vocalist of the Year: Harrison Kennedy
• Piano/Keyboard Player of the Year: Adrean Farrugia
• Special Instrumentalist of the Year: Carter Lancaster
• Guitarist of the Year: Aaron Goldstein
• Drummer of the Year: Ray Farrugia
• Bassist of the Year: Colin Lapsley
• Canadian Recording of the Year by People’s Choice: The Reason: Fools
• Record of the Year: Luke Doucet - Steel City Trawler
• Alternative/Indie Recording of the Year: Cowlick - Wires
• Loud/Metal Recording of the Year: The Video Dead - Damn Disco
• Punk Recording of the Year: Pull Start Rockets - Pull Start Rockets
• Rap/Hip Hop Recording of the Year: Nilla - From The Ground Up
• Electronic Recording of the Year: Caribou - Swim
• Star Search Competition: Dawn and Marra

Industry Awards

• Music Teacher of the Year (independent school) by People’s Choice: Kate Quigley
• Music Teacher of the Year (elementary school) by People’s Choice: Tanya Sanders, W.H Ballard Public School
• Music Teacher of the Year (secondary school) by People’s Choice: James Moore, Sir John A. Macdonald
• Music Teacher of the Year (post-secondary school) by People’s Choice: Mike Malone, Mohawk College
• Artist Manager of the Year: Parkside Mike Renaud
• Instrument Retailer of the Year: Long & McQuade
• Studio Engineer of the Year: Trevor Titian
• Producer of the Year: Dan Achen
• Recording Studio of the Year: Grant Avenue Studio
• Website/Online Publication of the Year: www.hellbound.ca
• Artist Website of the Year: www.sarahharmer.com
• Video of the Year: LeE HARVeY OsMOND, Cuckoo's Nest – Ryan Furlong
• Best Album Artwork: Luke Doucet, Steel City Trawler – David Collier
• Record Label of the Year: Sonic Unyon Recording Company
• Music Retailer of the Year: Cheapies
• Music Director (Radio) of the Year: Sonja Maurin – Indi 101
• Publicist of the Year: Sean Palmerston
• Radio Show of the Year: Lou's Control – Indi 101
• Media Person of the Year: Lou Molinaro – Indi 101
• Radio Station of the Year: CFMU 93.3
• Print Publication of the Year: H Magazine
• Poster Artist of the Year: Kristie Ryder
• Major Concert Venue of the Year: Hamilton Place
• Live Club of the Year: This Ain’t Hollywood
• Live Sound Engineer of the Year: Steven Foster
• Musical Event of the Year by People’s Choice: Harlan Pepper CD release party
• Theatre of the Year: Studio at Hamilton Place
• Talent Buyer of the Year: Lou Molinaro — This Ain’t Hollywood
• Booking Agent of the Year: Paquin Entertainment
• Road Manager of the Year: Ace Piva
• Sound and Lighting Company of the Year: Lou’s Music
• Event Photographer of the Year: Stephanie Bell
• Musical Event of the Year: Supercrawl

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