Ragging on Can Con, while also praising particular Can Con is one of my favorite national pastimes. I was so overjoyed to find this on 45 out digging through an out of the way record store in an industrial park in BC, for the mere price of a toonie, as a used 45 should rightfully be. It's a song I think of and wonder if I've overplayed it and then put on and determine that would be impossible.
You’re totally right. Which is to say, I agree. I’ve played Echo Beach countless times throughout my life, and must have listened to it another ten-twelve times while writing this piece. Could’ve easily listened to it that many more and still proceeded to cut a rug. And yes! 2 bucks for a used 45 is absolutely the perfect price.
It's so interesting to read different posts about the same song. I enjoyed this very much. When I wrote mine, I didn't even think about chart position in other countries so thanks for adding that detail.
Another brilliant post Sonny! And, also, I did not know you were a fellow Canuck! I should have guessed And, in a weird sort of kismet, I wrote about Can Con in a recent post. Not really about Can Con, but I mentioned it. You must be a kindred spirit. Anyhow, damn, I love this song in all its muffiny goodness. What a great pick for July! Thanks!
Thanks so much, Nadine, you’re far too kind! And yes, I am a fellow hoser! What a strange and wonderful coincidence that we both touched upon Can Con of all things. I’m off to read your post right now!
Yup. Loved this song the moment I heard it. I was just a kid when it came out too, and used to watch MuchMusic religiously. I had the biggest crush on Erica Ehm lol.
That's hilarious, thank you.
You might enjoy MK Piatkowski's thoughts on "Echo Beach": https://songoftheday.substack.com/p/echo-beach
Also my excitement at discovering a remarkable archive of Canadian Music: https://earnestnessisunderrated.substack.com/p/canadians-cry-easy
Thanks for the kind words! Will definitely check out those links.
Thanks Nick. Kelly also recently wrote about the song. It seems to be having a moment.
https://open.substack.com/pub/kellylamrock/p/100-lost-80s-hits-702?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android&r=1x0x1
I love this song too. Just discovered your newsletter. I love Canada so this can't go wrong :-)
Welcome to the Jukebox! Good to have you, eh :)
Ragging on Can Con, while also praising particular Can Con is one of my favorite national pastimes. I was so overjoyed to find this on 45 out digging through an out of the way record store in an industrial park in BC, for the mere price of a toonie, as a used 45 should rightfully be. It's a song I think of and wonder if I've overplayed it and then put on and determine that would be impossible.
You’re totally right. Which is to say, I agree. I’ve played Echo Beach countless times throughout my life, and must have listened to it another ten-twelve times while writing this piece. Could’ve easily listened to it that many more and still proceeded to cut a rug. And yes! 2 bucks for a used 45 is absolutely the perfect price.
It's so interesting to read different posts about the same song. I enjoyed this very much. When I wrote mine, I didn't even think about chart position in other countries so thanks for adding that detail.
Thank you so much! I just read your take and enjoyed it as well. It never ceases to amaze me how differently the same song can inspire people.
Another brilliant post Sonny! And, also, I did not know you were a fellow Canuck! I should have guessed And, in a weird sort of kismet, I wrote about Can Con in a recent post. Not really about Can Con, but I mentioned it. You must be a kindred spirit. Anyhow, damn, I love this song in all its muffiny goodness. What a great pick for July! Thanks!
Thanks so much, Nadine, you’re far too kind! And yes, I am a fellow hoser! What a strange and wonderful coincidence that we both touched upon Can Con of all things. I’m off to read your post right now!
Yup. Loved this song the moment I heard it. I was just a kid when it came out too, and used to watch MuchMusic religiously. I had the biggest crush on Erica Ehm lol.
No, I haven’t! I absolutely love Christopher Ward and will definitely be picking up a copy of his book.
I was a huge fan of City Limits as well. Always amazing, always entertaining, and rather groundbreaking as well.