MOJO Review for Garth Hudson's A Canadian Celebration of The Band
"The Band 4/5ths Canadian and this tribute by fellow citizens Neil Young, Bruce Cockburn, the Cowboy Junkies, country-rockers like Blue Rodeo and The Sadies and others was first released a decade ago. Their genius keyboardist Garth Hudson brings his wild inventiveness and founding-member cred to every cut. The music carries even more gravitas with time, a testament not only to The Band, but particularly to their controversial primary songwriter Robbie Robertson, whose contributions to rock history are immeasurable.
Gems include Mary Margaret O’Hara’s harrowing portrait of a woman unhinged by love in her extraordinary version of deep cut Out Of The Blue. And Great Big Sea’s Pogues-esque Knockin’ Lost John unearths the old, weird Canada inherent in this other lesser-known Robertson nugget. Unsurprisingly, Neil lights up Dylan/Rick Danko’s This Wheel On Fire."
Michael Simmons
IN THE SUNDUST, released on March 24th, 2023 is a sample of the first of a collection of new songs recorded in part, at L.A.’s famed United Recording Studios with multiple Grammy-winning engineer Ross Hogarth (R.E.M., Hall & Oates, John Mellencamp, John Fogerty). The tracks will also be mixed by multi-Grammy award winning Engineer, Mike Poole. (John Prine, Martina McBride, Robert Plant) Additionally, the rhythm section for the sessions consisted of A-listers Bob Glaub on bass (Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, Warren Zevon) and drummer Chad Cromwell (Neil Young, Brian Wilson, Bonnie Raitt). In all, it was a magical experience for…
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“Pretty Archie”, the latest from the Cape Breton five-piece, Pretty Archie has been nominated for two awards at this years East Coast Music Awards (ECMA). The album has received nominations for Group Recording of the Year & Country Recording of the Year. Produced by legendary producer, Mark Howard (The Tragically Hip, U2, Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan & many more) and was recorded live off the floor from lakeside sessions at a Cape Breton A-frame cottage and released on February 11, 2022. For his effort on this release, Mark Howard has also received a nomination for Producer of the Year at this years awards. Stream the…
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Curve Music is incredibly excited to announce the signing of Roots/Americana Act The Hello Darlin’s to the label, and that sister company Cerberus Artist Mgmt is coming onboard as Managers of the band as well. The Hello Darlins is an award-winning collective of artists and special guests. Led by Mike Little, Murray Pulver, Candace Lacina and a powerhouse cast, the band combines all of their skills and influences to forge a distinct hybrid of country, gospel and blues like no other. Their work with artists includes a list that ranges from Shania Twain, The Crashtest Dummies, as well as the late B.B.…
Read More“The Band 4/5ths Canadian and this tribute by fellow citizens Neil Young, Bruce Cockburn, the Cowboy Junkies, country-rockers like Blue Rodeo and The Sadies and others was first released a decade ago. Their genius keyboardist Garth Hudson brings his wild inventiveness and founding-member cred to every cut. The music carries even more gravitas with time, a testament not only to The Band, but particularly to their controversial primary songwriter Robbie Robertson, whose contributions to rock history are immeasurable. Gems include Mary Margaret O’Hara’s harrowing portrait of a woman unhinged by love in her extraordinary version of deep cut Out Of…
Read MoreCape Breton five-piece Pretty Archie celebrate their 10-year anniversary with their latest effort. “Pretty Archie” is the band’s sixth full-length release and was released by Curve Music/Warner Music Canada. Produced by legendary producer, Mark Howard (The Tragically Hip, U2, Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan & many more) and was recorded live off the floor from lakeside sessions at a Cape Breton A-frame cottage. “We were in the house for two weeks, basically doing a song a day, and we did evening sessions that had a cooler relaxed feel,” explained bandleader Brian Cathcart. “It is more focused, even though you still can’t quite…
Read MorePretty Archie, welcome their sixth album, simply titled Pretty Archie in 2022, and it represents a quantum leap forward in the evolution of the group’s sound. ”I feel each of our other records was a step ahead of the previous one, but this one is six steps ahead,” declares bassist/vocalist/songwriter Colin Gillis. “We are proud of everything we’ve put out, but this is at a different level.” Helping the group realize the formidable creative achievement that is Pretty Archie was internationally-acclaimed record producer and engineer Mark Howard, whose star-studded resume includes work with the likes of Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson,…
Read More10 Years ago, Garth Hudson released his Masterpiece Tribute to The Band. Garth gathered together some of Canada’s biggest artists to record an “All Canadian” tribute to his former band. Produced by Garth Hudson and Peter Moore, and with songs selected by Garth himself, “A Canadian Celebration of The Band”, has been out of print for a number of years. We are pleased to announce the 10th Anniversary Edition which includes two never before heard bonus tracks and a 44-page booklet with forward from Alan Cross. Available now in the Curve Music Store.
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Curve Music and Sonic Envy are very excited to announce a new exclusive distribution agreement with Warner Music Canada for North America. Under the new deal, Warner Music Canada will take over distribution for both the Curve Music and Sonic Envy labels. “Steve Kane and his team at Warner Music are sincerely some of best folks in the music business,” says Brian Hetherman, president of Curve Music and Sonic Envy. “Steve and I go back farther than either of us would probably care to admit and it’s truly an honour to be working with him again. Given that Warner Music…
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The only thing more exciting than the Scott B. Sympathy reissues is the PRE-ORDER for them! NEIL YONGE STREET and DRINKING WITH THE POET are now available in the Curve Music Store. The pre-sale comes only days after the announcement of the reissues and is exciting fans with it’s variety of options. Neil Yonge Street is available on CD, VINYL and even CASSETTE! Or you can bundle both Neil Yonge Street and Drinking With The Poet on CD for only $30. Head over to the store and place your pre-order today!
Read MoreThe late 1980s and early ‘90s on the Queen Street West scene was a golden age in Toronto’s music history. Free-spirited and imaginative songwriters and musicians were creating work on their own terms, regardless of commercial imperatives. At the heart of this vibrant musical community was Scott B. Sympathy, a group built around the formidable songwriting chops of leader Scott B. (Scott Bradshaw), and comprising some of the most original and talented young players in the city. The first two Scott B. Sympathy albums, 1990’s Neil Yonge Street and 1992’s Drinking with The Poet, captured this compelling combo in full…
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