Today (Aug 15) in #NLMusicHistory...
In 1979, The Newfoundland Herald profiled accordion aficionado GEOFF BUTLER. At age 19, Geoff joined Newfoundland & Labrador's premier folk-rock band FIGGY DUFF.
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In 1979, The Newfoundland Herald profiled accordion aficionado GEOFF BUTLER. At age 19, Geoff joined Newfoundland & Labrador's premier folk-rock band FIGGY DUFF.
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Today (Aug 30) in #NLMusicHistory...
In 1978, The Newfoundland Herald featured an article on singer, songwriter, and musician CHRIS HENNESSY.
After spending a few years with the SONS OF ERIN, he was preparing to launch a solo career with his first album in the works.
In 1978, The Newfoundland Herald featured an article on singer, songwriter, and musician CHRIS HENNESSY.
After spending a few years with the SONS OF ERIN, he was preparing to launch a solo career with his first album in the works.
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Today (Aug 22) in #NLMusicHistory...
In 1950 "The One Man Band From Newfoundland", A. FRANK WILLIS was born.
He's best known for his song "Take Me As I Am" which listeners of VOCM selected as the #1 country hit of 1978.
In 1979, he graced the cover of the NF Herald!
Happy Heavenly 75th Frank.
In 1950 "The One Man Band From Newfoundland", A. FRANK WILLIS was born.
He's best known for his song "Take Me As I Am" which listeners of VOCM selected as the #1 country hit of 1978.
In 1979, he graced the cover of the NF Herald!
Happy Heavenly 75th Frank.
August 22, 2025 at 10:20 AM
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Today (Oct 22) in #NLMusicHistory...
In 1972, VOCM-590 Radio & The St. John’s Rotary Club sponsored GOLD RECORD NIGHT in St. John’s. PREMIER FRANK MOORES presented a Gold Record to DICK NOLAN.
The sale of Dick's album "Fisherman’s Boy" had exceded 100,000 in just a few months!!!! SPECTACULAR!
In 1972, VOCM-590 Radio & The St. John’s Rotary Club sponsored GOLD RECORD NIGHT in St. John’s. PREMIER FRANK MOORES presented a Gold Record to DICK NOLAN.
The sale of Dick's album "Fisherman’s Boy" had exceded 100,000 in just a few months!!!! SPECTACULAR!
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Today (Oct 10) in #NLMusicHistory...
It's 1969, and Bowrings Downtown has a special offer.
They're selling NL superstars' LPs on the Arc Label for $1.99... in STEREO no less!
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It's 1969, and Bowrings Downtown has a special offer.
They're selling NL superstars' LPs on the Arc Label for $1.99... in STEREO no less!
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Today (Oct 20) in #NLMusicHistory...
In 1965, The Evening Telegram reported that The KEATNIKS had cut an album. It was NL's first pop/rock LP.
"That's My Girl", the single, "rose to the top of the music charts from coast-to-coast in Canada, as well as in the United States, Europe, and Australia".
In 1965, The Evening Telegram reported that The KEATNIKS had cut an album. It was NL's first pop/rock LP.
"That's My Girl", the single, "rose to the top of the music charts from coast-to-coast in Canada, as well as in the United States, Europe, and Australia".
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Today (Aug 11) in #NLMusicHistory...
In 1984, Canada's national music industry magazine, RPM Weekly, reported that the Bel Air label was celebrating its 7th anniversary. The label's founder and president was Newfoundlander, BOB COUSINS.
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In 1984, Canada's national music industry magazine, RPM Weekly, reported that the Bel Air label was celebrating its 7th anniversary. The label's founder and president was Newfoundlander, BOB COUSINS.
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August 11, 2025 at 12:15 PM
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Today (Aug 18) in #NLMusicHistory...
In 1947, seventy-eight years ago, The St. John's Daily News announced that three new songs by ART SCAMMELL would soon be released on disc. This was before the vinyl era—these records were 78 rpm singles made of shellac!
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In 1947, seventy-eight years ago, The St. John's Daily News announced that three new songs by ART SCAMMELL would soon be released on disc. This was before the vinyl era—these records were 78 rpm singles made of shellac!
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August 18, 2025 at 12:07 PM
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Today (Sep 19) in #NLMusicHistory...
In 1970, Columbia Records ran a full page ad for SULLIVAN'S GYPSIES in Canada's national music industry magazine, RPM Weekly.
I'm not sure, but I think I'm seeing all three members of RYAN'S FANCY ... Dermot O'Rielly, Fergus O'Byrne, and Denis Ryan.
In 1970, Columbia Records ran a full page ad for SULLIVAN'S GYPSIES in Canada's national music industry magazine, RPM Weekly.
I'm not sure, but I think I'm seeing all three members of RYAN'S FANCY ... Dermot O'Rielly, Fergus O'Byrne, and Denis Ryan.
September 19, 2025 at 12:46 PM
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Today (Sep 2) in #NLMusicHistory...
In 1992 EMILE BENOIT, one of Newfoundland and Labrador's most celebrated fiddlers & composers, passed on.
Emile Benoit's achievements have been recognized by many including Memorial University which conferred an honourary Doctorate degree.
In 1992 EMILE BENOIT, one of Newfoundland and Labrador's most celebrated fiddlers & composers, passed on.
Emile Benoit's achievements have been recognized by many including Memorial University which conferred an honourary Doctorate degree.
September 2, 2025 at 11:07 PM
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Today (Oct 21 in #NLMusicHistory...
In 1972, RPM Weekly advertised the movie "The Rowdyman" which starred Newfoundland's GORDON PINSENT.
The ad also promoted Robbie McDougall's "Love Theme From The Rowdyman". The song charted for 14 weeks on RPM's Middle of the Road Chart, peaking at #1!
In 1972, RPM Weekly advertised the movie "The Rowdyman" which starred Newfoundland's GORDON PINSENT.
The ad also promoted Robbie McDougall's "Love Theme From The Rowdyman". The song charted for 14 weeks on RPM's Middle of the Road Chart, peaking at #1!
October 21, 2025 at 10:18 AM
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Today (Aug 16) in #NLMusicHistory...
In 1980, The Newfoundland Herald profiled baritone LEW MURPHY. His rendition of "Pat Murphy's Meadow" gives me goosebumps whenever I hear it... what a voice... what an interesting career!
In 1980, The Newfoundland Herald profiled baritone LEW MURPHY. His rendition of "Pat Murphy's Meadow" gives me goosebumps whenever I hear it... what a voice... what an interesting career!
August 16, 2025 at 12:29 PM
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Today (July 25) in #NLMusicHistory...
In 1970, Clint Curtiss' single of ROY PAYNES' "No Price Tag On The Doors In Newfoundland" was a national hit, charting for eight weeks, and peaking at #23 on RPM Weekly's Country Music Chart.
In 1970, Clint Curtiss' single of ROY PAYNES' "No Price Tag On The Doors In Newfoundland" was a national hit, charting for eight weeks, and peaking at #23 on RPM Weekly's Country Music Chart.
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Today (July 24) in #NLMusicHistory...
In 1976, The Western Star reported that Claude Caines & others will develop a recording studio in Stephenville.
Caines said the studio will provide a place where Newfoundlanders can cut records without having to travel to the mainland!
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In 1976, The Western Star reported that Claude Caines & others will develop a recording studio in Stephenville.
Caines said the studio will provide a place where Newfoundlanders can cut records without having to travel to the mainland!
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July 24, 2025 at 10:47 AM
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Today (Aug 4) in #NLMusicHistory...
How popular was DICK NOLAN in 1973?
RCA ran a full page ad featuring the Best of the New 'Pick of the Crop': The Guess Who, Elvis, Nilsson, and the centre of attention - DICK NOLAN!
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How popular was DICK NOLAN in 1973?
RCA ran a full page ad featuring the Best of the New 'Pick of the Crop': The Guess Who, Elvis, Nilsson, and the centre of attention - DICK NOLAN!
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August 4, 2025 at 11:30 AM
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Today (Jul 26) in #NLMusicHistory...
In 1993 NOEL DINN, founding member and drummer of seminal trad-rock band FIGGY DUFF died. He was 45 years old.
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In 1993 NOEL DINN, founding member and drummer of seminal trad-rock band FIGGY DUFF died. He was 45 years old.
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July 26, 2025 at 11:57 AM
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Today (Aug 8) in #NLMusicHistory...
Fifty years ago, The Daily News featured a letter from a "concerned local musician," who argued that while imported bands might not necessarily be more talented than local ones, they exude greater "polish and professionalism."
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Fifty years ago, The Daily News featured a letter from a "concerned local musician," who argued that while imported bands might not necessarily be more talented than local ones, they exude greater "polish and professionalism."
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August 8, 2025 at 11:26 AM
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Today (Aug 2) in #NLMusicHistory...
70 years ago in 1955, The St. John's Lions Club featured a Big Street Dance on Water Street on the Eve of The Regatta. Music by 3 top bands: Chrissie Andrews, Leo Michaels, Mickey Duggan). Square Dancing too!
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70 years ago in 1955, The St. John's Lions Club featured a Big Street Dance on Water Street on the Eve of The Regatta. Music by 3 top bands: Chrissie Andrews, Leo Michaels, Mickey Duggan). Square Dancing too!
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August 2, 2025 at 11:17 AM
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Today (Aug 7) in #NLMusicHistory...
In 1982 The Newfoundland Herald profiled singer MARGO ST. JOHN. She had recently released the single "Death On The Ice" which was composed by her aunt, Cassie Brown, and Cassie's daughter Christine.
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In 1982 The Newfoundland Herald profiled singer MARGO ST. JOHN. She had recently released the single "Death On The Ice" which was composed by her aunt, Cassie Brown, and Cassie's daughter Christine.
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August 7, 2025 at 11:19 AM
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Today (Aug 19) in #NLMusicHistory...
In 1972 VOCM's John Murphy said the station's success is due to "the community spirit prevalent in the station's programming". An example is its promotion of DICK NOLAN's monster hit "Aunt Martha's Sheep" from the album "Fisherman's Boy".
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In 1972 VOCM's John Murphy said the station's success is due to "the community spirit prevalent in the station's programming". An example is its promotion of DICK NOLAN's monster hit "Aunt Martha's Sheep" from the album "Fisherman's Boy".
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August 19, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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Today (Aug 29) in #NLMusicHistory...
In 1966, Newfoundland & Labrador's first "Come Home Year", RPM Weekly noted that BERT CUFF's "Island of Newfoundland" (aka "Cold Canadian Waters") and DICK NOLAN's "I'se The B'y" were regional hits.
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In 1966, Newfoundland & Labrador's first "Come Home Year", RPM Weekly noted that BERT CUFF's "Island of Newfoundland" (aka "Cold Canadian Waters") and DICK NOLAN's "I'se The B'y" were regional hits.
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August 29, 2025 at 10:24 AM
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Today (Aug 21) in #NLMusicHistory...
In 1971, an ad in RPM Weekly promoted TERRY HYNES' single "Crazy Lover from Newfoundland".
In 1971, an ad in RPM Weekly promoted TERRY HYNES' single "Crazy Lover from Newfoundland".
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Today (July 31) in #NLMusicHistory...
In 1976, ROY PAYNE's single "Outlaw Heroes" was #8 on the country charts of Canada's RPM Weekly Magazine. It was his biggest national hit.
DOES ANYBODY KNOW ROY PAYNE'S WEREABOUTS TODAY?
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In 1976, ROY PAYNE's single "Outlaw Heroes" was #8 on the country charts of Canada's RPM Weekly Magazine. It was his biggest national hit.
DOES ANYBODY KNOW ROY PAYNE'S WEREABOUTS TODAY?
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July 31, 2025 at 10:42 AM
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Today (Aug 23) in #NLMusicHistory...
In 1967 The Evening Telegram, St. John's NL, profiled one of Newfoundland & Labrador's most belove rock bands - THE DU-CATS!
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In 1967 The Evening Telegram, St. John's NL, profiled one of Newfoundland & Labrador's most belove rock bands - THE DU-CATS!
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August 23, 2025 at 10:20 AM
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Today (Aug 14) in #NLMusicHistory...
In 1982, Geoff Meeker of The Newfoundland Herald reviewed BRUCE MOSS' debut album "The Islander".
The title track and "Your Last Goodbye" (about the Ocean Ranger tragedy) have since become modern classics.
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In 1982, Geoff Meeker of The Newfoundland Herald reviewed BRUCE MOSS' debut album "The Islander".
The title track and "Your Last Goodbye" (about the Ocean Ranger tragedy) have since become modern classics.
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August 14, 2025 at 11:33 AM
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