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G&B: Apologies to Sting

It's been a blast, folks. The Worlds Most Popular Podcast is signing off. Truth to be told, there's not enough hours in the day for ...

Tuesday, May 17, 2016

Raz Mataz Magazine: Big Knife Little Knife is where “DC meets Ottawa meets Olympia in the 90s”

We shot the theoretical shit with Montreal’s own Big Knife Little Knife the other week, while reviewing their latest LP, Anchor Rights. We asked the band a few questions that were inspired when listening to the new project. Why do they refer themselves as a band from the ‘90s? Exactly what is the reasoning behind them naming a song after a late female astronaut? This is what they had to say:

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Wednesday, May 4, 2016

Raz Mataz Magazine: Big Knife Little Knife brings you back to the ’90s with Anchor Rights

Montreal based band, Big Knife Little Knife describe themselves on their Facebook page as “D.C. meets Ottawa meets Olympia in the ’90s.”

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Tuesday, February 16, 2016

G&B: Apologies to Sting

It's been a blast, folks. The Worlds Most Popular Podcast is signing off. Truth to be told, there's not enough hours in the day for Alan and Michael - the perfectionists they are - to continue making it The Words Most Popular Podcast.

I signed on in September 2014, because I was geeked to know I was writing for THE Alan Cross and I also always liked Michael Hainsworth's work. At first it was the 15 year old radio fan who wanted to write for two talents I looked up to.

We built the team of young, passionate, smart writers who have become family. The behind the scene stuff - our group chats in the `newsroom' , our brainstorm sessions,, our genuine appreciation for each others work, are things I will miss.The chats, the sessions, the appreciation, picked me up when I was having bad days. Those times will always be with me, when I spin a Beatles track or think of Where I was when Bowie died.

I've learned a lot from Alan and Michael. How to write. My writing improved, if I say so myself. I also gained a lot more experience with blogging, internet marketing and other geeky techy stuff you don't really care about. I'm honoured to consider them both, friends. Also, thank you for getting me recognized a couple of times. One time was on the subway coming back from a G&B dinner. (Reminder: People really do look at your picture on websites...Tidy up, look pretty)

I'll have a lot more time, if you need a writer who has a lot of experience with breaking news stories, and posting favourite monthly tracks. Once again, The 15 year old radio geek loved every single moment of it. Resume on request.. Thanks, again

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Thursday, February 4, 2016

G&B: Maurice White, Dead at 74

According to TMZ, the fonder of American band Earth, Wind and Fire, Maurice White, died Thursday morning in L.A.. He was 74.

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G&B: Bernie Sanders Ends Caucus Speech with Bowie’s “Starman”

What else is gonna happen for our new “cool” presidential candidate?

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G&B: Lady Gaga to Perform Grammy Tribute to Bowie

Eh, Eh! Holy Starman! Lady Gaga will be preforming the David Bowie tribute at this year’s Grammy Awards.

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G&B: G&B Remembers: The Day the Music Died

A long, long time ago/ I can still remember how that music used to make me smile / And I knew if I had my chance/That I could make those people dance / And maybe they’d be happy for a while.

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Friday, January 22, 2016

G&B: CKLW Radio Exec Rosalie Trombley to Receive Juno Award

The legendary hitmaker, Rosalie Trombley, will be recognized at the upcoming Juno Awards in April.

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Monday, January 18, 2016

G&B: Book Review: The Band Photography by Elliott Landy

Growing up, I wasn’t the biggest Band fan. I liked their music. But didn’t buy their albums. They weren’t my first choice to listen to when in the mood to spin the Wheels of Rage. But I’m a huge fan of photography and music nerdery. The Band Photography, a blood-sweat-and-tears project form photographer, Elliott Landy has made me a fan of The Band

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G&B: Glenn Frey, Dead at 67

TMZ reporting Monday afternoon, Glenn Frey has passed away.

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Wednesday, January 13, 2016

G&B: Kim Mitchell Recovering After Heart Attack

Canadian Rocker Kim Mitchell is recovering at a Toronto Hospital after a heart attack he suffered January 12th.

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G&B: 5 Times Hip Hop Sampled David Bowie

David Bowie and Hip Hop. At first you'd think they're an unlikely duo. However, they were perfect strangers. Marrying Bowie's mind with the essence of Hip Hop, the two eclectic and theatrical souls were a blessed musical union. We found 5 instances when commercial Hip Hop and Boom-Bap purities gave a nod for their unlikely lover, David Bowie.

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Monday, January 11, 2016

Sunday, January 10, 2016

G&B: Toronto Radio Legend Mike Cooper Retires

After 45 years, Toronto radio icon and CHFI Morning Man, Mike Cooper will retire from full-time radio on January 29th.

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Friday, January 8, 2016

G&B: Bazinga! 5.1 Million Viewers Watched Sheldon and Amy Have Coitus

Sheldon said, “Then it’s settled. Amy’s birthday present will be my genitals” – And we all watched.

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Wednesday, December 30, 2015