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Alistair’s biggest influences are: Diamond David Lee Roth for music, and Murray Baron (ex-Canuck) for athletics. Dave was the coolest cat in the world for five years, and Baron played defence like how I try to. If Alistair could see any musician live, it would be: Rolling Stones circa 1970. Led Zep in 1975. The mighty Van Halen from 1979-1983. Rod Stewart and the Faces in the ‘70’s. The Arrows, a forgotten ‘80’s New Wave Canadian band. Vancouver’s own Doug & the Slugs.Spirit of the West, again. Bruce Springsteen & the E-Street Band circa 1984. Huey Lewis & the News "back in time" in 1985. I could go on. Who would win in a fight, Bruce Lee or Chuck Norris? Come on ’80’s Nation, represent. The winner would clearly be either a guest appearance by either Stallone’s Rambo or Terminator AH-nold; they both have access to rifles, machine guns, and rocket launchers. Can kung fu stop a missile? I think not. If Alistair could morph into any animal, it would be: I’d rather morph into a tank which would be awesome. Good-bye, traffic jams. Think Transformers. Alistair’s favourite colour is: Navy Blue Alistair Burns quotes: "One Thing that you should know, if it's too loud, you're too old." -80's rock band Autograph "If you go out and buy a Van Halen record and put it in your collection, it'll melt your other records." -David Lee Roth "All it takes is a little confidence." -Advertisement for the film "The Sting" |
To all that listened to Musical Roots this week, thank you so much.
I really appreciate it; I hope that you enjoyed the diversity of topics.
Take care, have a safe and fun summer,
Alistair Burns
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To all that listened to Musical Roots this week, thank you so much.
I really appreciate it; I hope that you enjoyed the diversity of topics.
Take care, have a safe and fun summer,
Alistair Burns
P.S. Might as well Jump!
And if you have any topics that you want Musical Roots to jump into,
then please leave a message!
"Make it so much easier, if you meet me in the middle...give me a half a chance!"
The Arrows - '80's Canadian band
On Thursday night at 11 p.m., join host Alistair Burns on a time travel back to the '80's.
He'll discuss one of his favourite bands - the Arrows, who were formed in Toronto in 1981.
Their biggest hit was "Meet Me In The Middle," they toured with Chris De Burgh (yes, that "Lady In Red" guy) and they changed the face of Canadian pop.... more>
"There was a time in this fair land when the railroad did not run..."
-Gordon Lightfoot
Tonight on Musical Roots at 11 p.m., join Alistair Burns for an episode on Gordon Lightfoot.
Lightfoot helped to define the folk sound of the 1960's/'70's, and is a legend. Period.
So make a date with Gord, his Gold and Alistair as Musical Roots delves into the genius of Lightfoot's songs and his penchant for singing about Canadiana.
It's at 11 tonight, on 107.9,
Alistair Burns
"Hello Canada, and hockey fans in the United States and Newfoundland..." - Foster Hewitt
On Tuesday, May 20th at 11 p.m., it's time for a sports episode of Musical Roots.
So put on your favourite team's sweater, lace up your skates and join Alistair Burns for some "beauty" songs.
He'll recap the music written and performed to celebrate Canada's official winter sport.
Remember, the opening face-off is at 11 p.m.; keep your stick on the ice!
Alistair Burns
Ever wondered about the Vietnam War and the powerful impact it made on the musicians of the 60's (Buffalo Springfield), 70's (Neil Young) and even '80's (Bruce Springsteen) ?
On Monday May 12th, at 11:00 pm, join Alistair Burns on Musical Roots.
He'll delve into the Protest Music of the Vietnam War and answer some important questions, including:
Why were both American and Canadian musicians performing both pro and anti-Vietnam songs?
Find out and listen to some classic tunes on Monday's Musical Roots.
Alistair Burns
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