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Discover the rich tapestry of Toronto's vibrant music scene with *Any Night of the Week*. This captivating trade paperback by the veteran scene-builder and co-founder of the acclaimed Wavelength concert series offers a unique blend of civic history and personal memoir. Charting the emergence and evolution of the independent music ecosystem from the 1960s onward, this book captures the essence of the iconic Yorkville and Yonge Street scenes that birthed legendary artists like Joni Mitchell and Neil Young.
In this insightful narrative, we journey through the diverse musical genres that defined the latter half of the 20th century, including hip-hop, indie rock, and electronica. With meticulous research, the author brings to life the stories of overlooked pioneers such as Syrinx, Martha & the Muffins, and Do Make Say Think, ensuring their contributions to the music landscape are celebrated. *Any Night of the Week* not only honors the past but also provides a lens through which we can appreciate the cultural significance of these artists and venues that have shaped Toronto into a celebrated music mecca. Whether you're a music enthusiast or a history buff, this brand new release from Coach House Books is a must-read.
Enhance your library today and embrace the legacy of music while enjoying free shipping on your order. Please note that delivery may take up to 6 weeks, and once placed, orders cannot be canceled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781552453964
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2020
Publisher: Coach House Books
Description:
Part civic history and part memoir from this veteran scene-builder and co-founder of the acclaimed Wavelength concert series, Any Night of the Week charts the evolution of Toronto's diverse independent music scene in the latter half of the nineteenth century. From the Yorkville and Yonge Street scenes that spawned Joni Mitchell, Neil Young, and The Band in the sixties, through to the hip-hop, indie rock, and electronica-laden nineties, which spawned acts like Broken Social Scene, Michie Mee, and Peaches, Dovercourt tells the story of how key venues, neighbourhoods, artists, and promoters laid the groundwork for this provincial outpost to grow into a music mecca. Unjustly forgotten or overlooked innovators, such as Syrinx, Martha & the Muffins, Fifth Column, Shadowy Men on a Shadowy Planet, Phleg Camp, King Cobb Steelie, and Do Make Say Think are finally given the chance to tell their story in print.
In this insightful narrative, we journey through the diverse musical genres that defined the latter half of the 20th century, including hip-hop, indie rock, and electronica. With meticulous research, the author brings to life the stories of overlooked pioneers such as Syrinx, Martha & the Muffins, and Do Make Say Think, ensuring their contributions to the music landscape are celebrated. *Any Night of the Week* not only honors the past but also provides a lens through which we can appreciate the cultural significance of these artists and venues that have shaped Toronto into a celebrated music mecca. Whether you're a music enthusiast or a history buff, this brand new release from Coach House Books is a must-read.
Enhance your library today and embrace the legacy of music while enjoying free shipping on your order. Please note that delivery may take up to 6 weeks, and once placed, orders cannot be canceled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781552453964
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2020
Publisher: Coach House Books
Description:
Part civic history and part memoir from this veteran scene-builder and co-founder of the acclaimed Wavelength concert series, Any Night of the Week charts the evolution of Toronto's diverse independent music scene in the latter half of the nineteenth century. From the Yorkville and Yonge Street scenes that spawned Joni Mitchell, Neil Young, and The Band in the sixties, through to the hip-hop, indie rock, and electronica-laden nineties, which spawned acts like Broken Social Scene, Michie Mee, and Peaches, Dovercourt tells the story of how key venues, neighbourhoods, artists, and promoters laid the groundwork for this provincial outpost to grow into a music mecca. Unjustly forgotten or overlooked innovators, such as Syrinx, Martha & the Muffins, Fifth Column, Shadowy Men on a Shadowy Planet, Phleg Camp, King Cobb Steelie, and Do Make Say Think are finally given the chance to tell their story in print.