Wednesday, July 16, 2014

Local Musicians on CBC's Best Canadian Songs Ever List (26-50)


CBC Music has been counting down their 100 Best Canadian Songs Ever list in July.  This week, they announced number 26-50.  There are now more and more local acts making the cut as the list inches closer to the number one spot. Tunes by Hamilton superstar Daniel Lanios (#28), local folk legend Stan Rogers (#37) and Burlington's Sarah Harmer (#38) have graced the countown.  Also, one of the most well known songs ever, Born to be Wild by Steppenwolf, (featuring Waterloo's John Kay on vocals) reached number 41.

CONGRATULATIONS!



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Here's the complete list

29. Gordon Lightfoot: The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald

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Monday, July 14, 2014

A Mighty Tribe Kids CD Features Local Talent


Both children and adults alike will find a lot to enjoy on  A Mighty Tribe, a local kids music compilation featuring some incredible songs.  Best of all, proceeds go to help childhood promote literacy.

It features both previous and unreleased material from some of the most talented Hamilton-area performers. It's simple enough for youngsters to enjoy but catchy enough for the grown ups to get into the groove! Even the packaging is fabulous.  Adorned with beautiful Tom Wilson artwork, the CD case is a sight to see.

You can pick this great disc up at Picks N Sticks and Bryan Prince Bookseller or through the Bookbus website.  You'll be glad you did!





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Here's the complete track listing.

This Old Man - Lee Harvey Osmond w Harlan Pepper
Luca's Song - Michelle Titian w Mary Simon and Andrew Aldridge
Run - The Killin' Time Band w Darren "Mista D" Dumas
June Bug - Peg and Willy
Great LakesHarlan Pepper
Glow Like Gold - Scott Hunter w Brian Siegel
Like I Love It - Mimi Shaw w Dan Medakovic and Jeff Griffiths (co written by Tom Wilson)
Stuff Rocks - Pailface Brad w Ken Corke, Paul Dickenson, Ron Eliott and Jamie and Magnolia Hails
The Shark Song - Dawn and Marra
The Mighty Moon King - Lynne Kittredge-Fox/Brian Siegel
Itsy Bitsy Spider - Raina Krange w Brian Siegel
Wallace is My Duck - Matthew de Zoete and his daughter Margot
Bowser - Bernie Hudecki
Spiders and Snails - Kim Koren w Frank Koren and Mark McIntyre
Will the Circle Be UnbrokenKillin' Time Band/Gordie Tapp (Hee Haw)/Dinner Belles/Gord Lewis (Teenage Head)
The Sloth Goes Slow - Dylan Hudecki (Cowlick) with DVMS's Casa North

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Sunday, July 13, 2014

Ron Sexsmith and Constantines on CBC's Best Canadian Songs Ever List (75-51)


This month, CBC Music has been revealing parts of their 100 Best Canadian Songs Ever list.  Last week, numbers 100-76 were unveiled.  Now we have 51-75 and two local musicians made it.  St. Catharines singer/songwriter Ron Sexsmith (70) and Guelph indie rock band Constantines (60) have tunes on the list.  Congrats!



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Here's the complete list.

51. Drake: Marvin's Room
52. Martha and the Muffins: Echo Beach
53. Alannah Myles: Black Velvet
54. Gino Vannelli: I Just Wanna Stop
55. Barenaked Ladies: Brian Wilson
56. Wolf Parade: Shine a Light
57. Blue Rodeo: Hasn't Hit Me Yet
58. Sloan: Underwhelmed
59. The Band: The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down
60. Constantines: Young Lions
61. Japandriods: The House That Heaven Built
62. 54-40: I Go Blind
63. Corey Hart: Sunglasses at Night
64. Diane DufresneJ'ai rencontrĂ© l'homme de ma vie
65. Nelly Furtado: I'm Like a Bird
66. Andy Kim: Rock Me Gently
67. Loverboy: Working for the Weekend
68. Broken Social Scene: 7/4 Shoreline
69. Stars: Your Ex-Lover is Dead
70. Ron Sexsmith: Strawberry Blonde
71. Hank Snow: I'm Moving On
72. Avril Lavigne: Complicated
73: The Weakerthans: Left and Leaving
74: Nickelback: How You Remind Me
75. Dan Mangan: Row of Houses



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Saturday, July 12, 2014

Social Animals Debut Album: Innominate

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One thing you'll definitely notice while hearing Innominate, the debut album from Hamilton band Social Animals, is the impressive power and energy they possess.  Their amazing Classic Rock meets Roots sound will rattle your bones and feed your soul at the same time.

The group features married couple and main songwriters, Chris and Christa Bradbury.  If you haven't heard the lady's voice yet, you'll be awed.  She can be soulful, tender and forceful.  Chris' own superb voice works well alone or in wonderful harmony with his wife.  His guitar playing (both on acoustic or electric) is thrilling to hear.

Originally a duo, they've expanded with the talented help of Jarrod Ross (bass) and David Guild (drums, co-producer).  Orange McFarland lends his great bass skills to a number of tunes and co-producer Jordan Abraham also adds some synth to the proceedings.

Together, they show a wonderful mastery of light and shade as they weave through loud, heavier moments and softer sounds.  The lyrics are extremely poetic and add an overall artistic vibe to the album.

You've gotta grab this CD so you can either head on down to Pick N' Sticks to get it or go to one of the band's live show.  It can also be downloaded through their website.







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Thursday, July 10, 2014

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Wednesday, July 9, 2014

Conor Gains Band Wins the Toronto Blues Society Talent Seacrh


Congratulations are in order for Cambridge Bluesman, Conor Gains.  He and his band won the 2014 Toronto Blues Society Talent Search at Monarch's Pub in Toronto on July 5, 2014. Click here for the Guelph Now story.

The winner gets a showcase slots at Blues Summit 7Southside Shuffle, and Aurora Winter Blues Festival.  Other prizes include a gig at the Monarch's Pub, a photo shoot with Bill King, rehearsal time at Cherry Jam Rehearsal, and mentoring meetings.  Also, the band will be in the running to represent TBS at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis and at a Folk Music Ontario showcase.

They were up against some stiff competition such as Angelique Francis, The Oh Chays, The Ria Reece Band, Tobin Spring, and Wicked Grin.







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Sunday, July 6, 2014

New Jeremy Fisher CD: The Lemon Squeeze

http://www.emusic.com/album/jeremy-fisher/the-lemon-squeeze/14921956/


Hamilton-born singer/songwriter Jeremy Fisher has traded his indie guitar folk for piano driven pop and it sounds incredible! With his latest disc, The Lemon Squeeze (through Hidden Pony Records), he's now proven himself a master in this sonic realm as well.

From Uh Oh, his catchy duet with the amazing Serena Ryder to the other infectious tunes, Jeremy shines with almost boundless energy and enthusiasm.  It's all done without sacrificing songwriting as he delves into macabre, poignent and sometimes sentimental themes.

This wonderful album is available on vinyl and CD through his live shows and website and can also be downloaded through iTunes or eMusic.



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Friday, July 4, 2014

Kathleen Edwards and the Spoons on CBC's Best Canadian Songs Ever List (100-76)

http://music.cbc.ca/#/blogs/2014/6/The-100-best-Canadian-songs-ever

CBC Music is celebrating July 2014 by launching their list of the 100 Best Canadian Songs Ever. The national network has recently unveiled numbers 76-100.  So far, they're off to a decent start with two local artists. Local singer/songwriter Kathleen Edwards reached the number 87 spot with Change the Sheets and Burlington's the Spoons hit 91 thanks to their tune, Nova Heart.

We'll be announcing additions to the list as they're revealed and we're keeping our fingers crossed that there will be many more area acts represented.



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76: Great Big Sea: Ordinary Day
77. Grimes: Oblivion
78. Thrush Hermit: The Day We Hit the Coast
79. Sam Roberts Band: Brother Down
80. Glass Tiger: Don't Forget Me When I'm Gone
81. Metric: Monster Hospital
82. Coeur de Pirate: Place de la République
83. Rheostatics: A Bad Time to be Poor
84. Patrick Watson: The Great Escape
85. Trooper: We're Here for a Good Time
86. K-os: Heaven Only Knows
87. Kathleen Edwards: Change the Sheets
88. Rufus Wainwright: Cigarettes and Chocolate Milk
89. Jann Arden: Insensitive
90. Jack Scott: The Way I Walk
91. Spoons: Nova Heart
92. Terry Jacks: Seasons in the Sun
93. Karkwa: Les Chemins de Verre
94. Stampeders: Sweet City Woman
95. Dan Hill: Sometimes When We Touch
96. Kim Mitchell: Patio Lanterns
97. Corb Lund: Five Dollar Bill
98. Kardinal Offishal: BaKardi Slang
99. The Pursuit of Happiness: I'm An Adult Now
100. Nick Gilder: Hot Child in the City

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Wednesday, July 2, 2014

New Patrick Ballantyne CD: Days of Rain

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Oakville singer/songwriter Patrick Ballantyne has a history of writing incredible tunes for himself and many others (including Big Sugar and the Trews).  Within his latest superb CD, Days of Rain lies 13 tracks of the musician's best work.

His wonderful, one-of-a-kind voice is joined by blues, country, folk, world music, rock, classical and other rhythms.  Every song is a magnificent, unique creation.

Patrick plays almost every single instrument and does it extremely well.  He's joined by Kelly "Mr. Chill" Hoppe (formerly of Big Sugar) on the song I'm Yours.

You can purchase this top notch CD at his electric live shows, through his website or download the album using iTunes or Google play.





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