Publisher Description

101 true stories to surprise and delight Canadian music fans.

Did you know that Serena Ryder played the quietest concert ever from the ocean floor during low tide at Fundy National Park? Or that "I'll Never Smile Again," the hit that launched Frank Sinatra's career, was written by Toronto pianist Ruth Lowe? What about Canadian R&B-singer Liberty Silver playing with the Wild Bunch and opening for Bob Marley at Madison Square Gardens when she was only twelve years old? Did you know that title of the Tragically Hip 1991 album Road Apples is not talking about apples?

In 101 Fascinating Canadian Music Facts, author and historian David McPherson shares these and 98 other tales gathered from his more than twenty-five years working in the music industry. Music lovers and trivia buffs alike will enjoy perusing this collection of stories — gathered from coast to coast — to discover fun facts and hilarious tales from Canada's music industry.

Author Biography

David McPherson is the author of the acclaimed Legendary Horseshoe Tavern: A Complete History and Massey Hall. David contributes regularly to the Toronto Star and Words and Music. He lives in Waterloo, Ontario.

Review

David McPherson brings our musical history alive in a book that is informative, funny and, above all, fascinating. * Richard Crouse, CTV News *
A veritable compendium of interesting facts and back stories from some of Canada's best talent! Anyone who doubts we have a vibrant music culture need only refer to any one of these recollections. There's the story of the song and its artists, plus the backstory which surprises and informs. Who doesn't want a good back story? It's where all the juicy tidbits float to the surface. * Lorraine Segato, musician from The Parachute Club *

Description for Sales People

A collection of fascinating, little-known stories from the stages and recording rooms of Canadian rock music history Perfect giftable paperback for music lovers Author has written two previous music history books, The Legendary Horseshoe Tavern and Massey Hall , and is a frequent music contributor to Grammy.com, the Globe and Mail , SOCAN's Words and Music , No Depression , American Songwriter , and Acoustic Guitar

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