Guitar virtuoso and Hall of Famer, Rik Emmett, joins host Paul McGuire, sharing stories of his journey in the music industry. Principle songwriter, vocalist and guitarist for the iconic rock group, Triumph, Rik contributed to the groups impressive legacy of songs and gold and platinum album recordings. 

Guitar virtuoso and Hall of Famer, Rik Emmett, joins host Paul McGuire, sharing stories of his journey in the music industry. Principle songwriter, vocalist and guitarist for the iconic rock group, Triumph, Rik contributed to the groups impressive legacy of songs and gold and platinum album recordings.

Storytellers by 97 South Song Sessions features well-known media host, Paul McGuire, in conversations with top songwriters about the creation of their hit songs and the art, craft and career of songwriting. This year’s guests include Jim Vallance (Bryan Adams), Kim Mitchell, Jeff Trott (Sheryl Crow), Alan Frew (Glass Tiger), Marc Jordan (Rod Stewart) and Corb Lund.
 
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On this episode of 97 South’s “Storytellers” podcast host Paul McGuire site down with Country recording artist, songwriter, philanthropist, and entrepreneur, Gord Bamford. Born in Australia and moving to Canada at age five, Gord was inspired by his father, a music artist, to pursue a career in country music. His 26 CCMA awards make him the most awarded male Country artist in Canadian history. Beyond his music industry success, Gord's philanthropic efforts have raised nearly $6 million for over 63 children’s charities across Canada, earning him the CCMA Humanitarian of the Year and the MusiCounts Inspired Minds Ambassador Award. With his unique blend of traditional and modern country, Gord's artistry and revival-like live performances inspire fans and communities alike. Join us as we celebrate a quarter century of Gord Bamford’s remarkable contributions to music and life and talk about his upcoming “Just Getting Started” tour on the occasion of 25 years as a recording artist.

On this episode of 97 South’s “Storytellers” podcast host Paul McGuire site down with Country recording artist, songwriter, philanthropist, and entrepreneur, Gord Bamford. Born in Australia and moving to Canada at age five, Gord was inspired by his father, a music artist, to pursue a career in country music. His 26 CCMA awards make him the most awarded male Country artist in Canadian history. Beyond his music industry success, Gord's philanthropic efforts have raised nearly $6 million for over 63 children’s charities across Canada, earning him the CCMA Humanitarian of the Year and the MusiCounts Inspired Minds Ambassador Award. With his unique blend of traditional and modern country, Gord's artistry and revival-like live performances inspire fans and communities alike. Join us as we celebrate a quarter century of Gord Bamford’s remarkable contributions to music and life and talk about his upcoming “Just Getting Started” tour on the occasion of 25 years as a recording artist.

Storytellers - Gord Bamford

Scottish-born songwriter, recording artist and playwright, Johnny Reid, joins host, Paul McGuire, sharing stories of his illustrious career.  Since his move to Canada at age 16, Reid has become a true household name with 11 studio albums including chart-toppers like Born To Roll and Fire It Up, 26 CMA Awards and 6 JUNO Awards.  More recently, Johnny has ventured into musical theatre co-writing the musical Maggie titled after his Grandmother which premiered in 2023.

Scottish-born songwriter, recording artist and playwright, Johnny Reid, joins host, Paul McGuire, sharing stories of his illustrious career.  Since his move to Canada at age 16, Reid has become a true household name with 11 studio albums including chart-toppers like Born To Roll and Fire It Up, 26 CMA Awards and 6 JUNO Awards.  More recently, Johnny has ventured into musical theatre co-writing the musical Maggie titled after his Grandmother which premiered in 2023.

Storytellers - Johnny Reid

Canada’s Queen of Rock, Sass Jordan, joins host, Paul McGuire, sharing stories of her career in the music industry. A true renaissance woman whose career is filled with many highlights. Sass Jordan is a songwriter, Juno Award-winning Platinum artist and live performer. She has also worked as an actor and national TV personality. Sass Jordan continues to write and release new music.

Canada’s Queen of Rock, Sass Jordan, joins host, Paul McGuire, sharing stories of her career in the music industry. A true renaissance woman whose career is filled with many highlights. Sass Jordan is a songwriter, Juno Award-winning Platinum artist and live performer. She has also worked as an actor and national TV personality. Sass Jordan continues to write and release new music.

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