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Mar 27, 2015

CBC Radio 3: the definitive timeline

Gallery posted by Grant Lawrence in Radio 3

For fifteen years and counting, CBC Radio 3 has been dedicated to delivering you the best new and emerging Canadian music and content. We've done this in many, many different forms and formats over the years.

On Monday March 30, 2015, we're about to begin a new chapter of Radio 3. Artist and hosted features will be heard in place of our live hosting. Longtime hosts Grant Lawrence and Lana Gay will still be heard introducing new songs, just not in a live format, and our ever-lively blog discussions with you will continue.

If there's one thing that's been consistent about Radio 3, it's that it's alvvays changing in an attempt to meet your needs, and reflect the changes going on at the CBC.

Hover and click through the EPIC gallery above to check out the CBC Radio 3 timeline through the years.

What's your favourite CBC memory or discovery? What would you like to see and hear on CBC Radio 3 moving forward? Post your comments to our blog or tweet us @CBCRadio3.

For one final time... listen to hosts Grant Lawrence, Lana Gay, and Louise Burns on their last hosted shows today on CBC Radio 3!

Comments

  1. 1 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

It's a sad, sad day.
garfielduk
  1. 2 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

Last chance

Final songs prediction Contest here

Prizes TBA

Lines close at Noon ET 9am PT



No Longer Lurking
  1. 3 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Morning Garf.  Are you also dressed in black?
garfielduk
  1. 4 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Davoud, of course I am, it's slimming, apparently
No Longer Lurking
  1. 5 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Just looking through that monster of a timeline...oh the memories.  I don't have many regrets in life, but one is that I lurked for so long rather than participated here.
garfielduk
  1. 6 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

Yeah, I spent the first couple of years just listening to the podcasts and ignoring the live radioi and the blog
No Longer Lurking
  1. 7 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Damn those pesky time differences!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 8 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

I wonder if he blog will top 3,000 posts today?
No Longer Lurking
  1. 9 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

And who is going to be the last IRON THRONE (my bet is on CMac).
garfielduk
  1. 10 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

I can see it happening
garfielduk
  1. 11 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

I'm hoping we hit the Iron Throne before Grants show just to see what happens
No Longer Lurking
  1. 12 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

It could happen...I think quite a few people are working from home / taken the day off for today.
garfielduk
  1. 13 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

if we keep going like this we might hit it ourselves :)
garfielduk
  1. 14 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

we just need slightly over 2 posts per minute
garfielduk
  1. 15 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

we are behind schedule!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 16 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

I'm working from home....but I'll be downing tools at the allotted hour.
hotpatch
  1. 17 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

Good mourning and reminiscing 
No Longer Lurking
  1. 18 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Morning Hotpatch.
hotpatch
  1. 19 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

anyone know what institutional memory is, i can't remember
hotpatch
  1. 20 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

from the wiki; Institutional memory is a collective set of facts, concepts, experiences and know-how held by a group of people. As it transcends the individual, it requires the ongoing transmission of these memories between members of this group.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 21 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

HP, I think the closest thing we have is the wiki which Garf maintains.
Sless
  1. 22 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

HELLO TO THE PEOPLE OF THE BLOG!

GOOD MORNING!

LET'S PARTY LIKE THERE IS NO TOMORROW!

But seriously, today is going to be a good day. In spite of how terrible it actually is.

No Longer Lurking
  1. 23 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Sless - I'm with you.  Let's celebrate what was, rather than mourn what might be.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 24 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Also, today is International Whisky Day, so if that's not a reason to celebrate, I don't know what is.
Sless
  1. 25 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

Oh my goodness. Maybe that was planned. Seems too convenient for coincidence.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 26 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

I've got my drams lined up for this evening, they will be the perfect accompaniment to Grant and Lana's last live shows.
hotpatch
  1. 27 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

hello friends from across the pond, Sless

I may start drinking early today. NLL what scotch is appropriate today? I'm thinking something somber, peaty, maybe Balvinie 17 Peated Cask?

hotpatch
  1. 28 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

oh, don't get me wrong, we're still going to have fun


reginula
  1. 29 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015 Good morning. I'm never up this early! It's going be a big day.

binsy
  1. 30 posted by

binsy on Mar 27, 2015

Job well done Radio 3 and Radio 3 fans! Sorry to miss today. It's been great!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 31 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

HP, I'm all for the peat.

I've got the following lined up for this evening: 18 YO Talisker, a couple of NAS Ardbeg's (Uigeadail and Supernova) and quite possibly the greatest whisky I've ever had the pleasure of tasting, a 21 YO Lagavulin (2007 bottling).

No Longer Lurking
  1. 32 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Good morning Regina!
Sless
  1. 33 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

@louiseburns

Re: Japandroids

Nice touch!

I F'ing love this song!

Sless
  1. 34 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

NLL

That is quite the lineup.

Although I am working from home today, I do have to do a bit of driving later. I may have to wait until later.


reginula
  1. 35 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015 @Davoud Good Morning, fine sir. How are things across the pond?

hotpatch
  1. 36 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

NLL, 31, sounds like a plan. I may be able to get my hands on some Lagavulin 16 later today, I wiould like to try it, something to go with the Balvinie.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 37 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

It's a sunny day. I've got another couple of hours to do at my desk (R3 on in the background) and then my full attention will be on the blog and drinking whisky.

How are you? Do you have lots of chocolate milk at the ready?

xcanuck
  1. 38 posted by

xcanuck on Mar 27, 2015 @NLL I love Ardbeg but haven't had any luck finding the Supernova. I'm all for the peat, too. Good morning/mourning blog!

Wapuche
  1. 39 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

So many feelings. Regret at missing out on the last year or so of blogging, and getting to meet awesome new bloglodytes. Joy at the awesome memories I've made with the people I have met. Anger at the management for continuing the trend of breaking something sublime. Hope that the "new" R3 won't be as bad as all that. Dread that it will, and that I'll lose touch with this incredible community (moreso than I already have). Mostly, though, gratitude for all the ways in which this community has touched my life. Damn the man, save the Empire. 
TheIceman
  1. 40 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Friends!


TheIceman
  1. 41 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

I'm in a rather somber mood today.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 42 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@xcanuck - I can bring a bottle of something Ardbegian for the picnic this year.
TheIceman
  1. 43 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

I'm gonna try to get some work done this morning so that this afternoon I won't feel so guilty about not getting anything done.
Wapuche
  1. 44 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

I'm surprised that they never made a pop-up player to make it easier to keep track of the blog and the songs at the same time. I mean, sure, "Newest First" or "separate window," but those seem like less elegant solutions.
hotpatch
  1. 45 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

Wapuche, it was a pleasure to meet you at Home County a couple years ago..I  will be in MI in early June, if possible will meet up with CNDz1, JoJoDillion and maybe head over to the Phog..are you interested?
xcanuck
  1. 46 posted by

xcanuck on Mar 27, 2015 @NLL Outstanding! I'll try to locate a bottle of Bruichladdich Octomore (reportedly three times the phenol measurement of Ardbeg 10). I suspect the picnic will have the feel of a wake about it so some scotch is probably called for. Plus, we must maintain the tradition that Davoud started.

Sless
  1. 47 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

Keep the blog comments going. Let's reach #2000 today!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 48 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@xcancuk - I've got a number of Octomore bottlings, including the first release (131 ppm of phenol).  I could bring a bottle of that instead to maintain the tradition?
No Longer Lurking
  1. 49 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Pfft...Sless, we are going for 3,000!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 50 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Also, let's get to 500 before Grant hits the airwaves!
reginula
  1. 51 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@Davoud Definetely. Actually, I may or may not have spilled some already. 
reginula
  1. 52 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

Oh, man, I just went through the timeline and I'm shaking. 
Wapuche
  1. 53 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@hotpatch- Mos def. Just keep me in the loop and I'll be there. 
hotpatch
  1. 54 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

xcanuck, I had a bottle of Premium Alberta Rye whisky at the picnic last year but didn't dip into it there, it was too hot that time of day 
Wapuche
  1. 55 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

I'm just surprised and, to be honest, more than a little disappointed that the Great Canadian Wapuche Wifin' Sweepstakes didn't make the timeline. It was like the Bachelor, but international, interracial, and solely for my personal monetary gain.
xcanuck
  1. 56 posted by

xcanuck on Mar 27, 2015 @NLL That would certainly be taking things to another level of awesome!

hotpatch
  1. 57 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

wapuche, 53, will do
No Longer Lurking
  1. 58 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@xcanuck - Octomore it is then! Damn customs and their limits on importing alcohol.
xcanuck
  1. 59 posted by

xcanuck on Mar 27, 2015 @hotpatch I've never tried it but if James Murray gives it a 95, then it's gotta be good!

No Longer Lurking
  1. 60 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@hotpatch, you can always bring it to the picnic this year!
Wapuche
  1. 61 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

Glad Rags into Lad Mags, that your grandad had to sweat so he could buy...
xcanuck
  1. 62 posted by

xcanuck on Mar 27, 2015 Let's look forward instead of behind. Shall we start speculating on who the musical guest(s) might be at this year's picnic?

Buckit
  1. 63 posted by

Buckit on Mar 27, 2015

morning all.  

or mourning?

TheIceman
  1. 64 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

Haha from the timeline:

"Please note... Grant is leaning against a recording console... he's not actually shorter than a hobbit."

Come on we've all met Grant in person.

No Longer Lurking
  1. 65 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@TheIceman - BABOOOOOM!
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 66 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

Morning folks :) It hit me hard this morning. Nice to see you all here.

Hi Davoud and Garf! Hi Patrick! and hi folks with whom I'm not as familiar!

Wapuche
  1. 67 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

This song is astounding. 
Wapuche
  1. 68 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

Good morning, Wonder Twin.
garfielduk
  1. 69 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

Hi kn0ttyn3rb!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 70 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Morning Brenda!  Are you NxNEing this year?
hotpatch
  1. 71 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

NLL, 60, yes, but actually I was trying to pawn the Rye Whisky off on iceman cause I didn't want to carry an open bottle across the border with me the next day
reginula
  1. 72 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@TheIceman #64 I laughed my head off at that. 
tiffyleeson
  1. 73 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

good morning CBCR3 BLOG!!!
tiffyleeson
  1. 74 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

or.. should I say, Good Mourning
luckymaloo
  1. 75 posted by

luckymaloo on Mar 27, 2015

I know I'm on the periphery of this awesome community, I just stomped in here 2 weeks ago after devoted listening for only a year but I want to say before it gets too bananas that I'm so grateful for my fleeting time with the live hosting & the blog. It's so telling that after my short time here I'm a total wreck today, what a thing this is. Cheers:) xo
No Longer Lurking
  1. 76 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@HP - Don't worry, I can take care of all you open bottle disposal requirements (but not if it's JD)
Wapuche
  1. 77 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@NLL- Not if it's Jon Dixon? That seems a little harsh.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 78 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@luckymaloo - bonus points for Simpson's reference.  The Mayor aka CMac will be pleased.
garfielduk
  1. 79 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@hotpatch #71, aw, bless, you think there will be some left
Wapuche
  1. 80 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@luckymaloo- One of the first things that I learned about this community is that there is no periphery. If you're here, you're "in."
No Longer Lurking
  1. 81 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@Wapuche - Ha!  For the record, I have nothing against Jon Dixon (unless he's from Tennessee too)
markgage
  1. 82 posted by

markgage on Mar 27, 2015

Good Morning!!  This pic of the wedding with the can lady.  Effing hilarious!!!!!
luckymaloo
  1. 83 posted by

luckymaloo on Mar 27, 2015

@Wapuche aw.
Wapuche
  1. 84 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@luckymaloo- It's true. They've always accepted me, no matter how much (or how little) I posted. And even that one time I was a zombie for a bit.

See what I did there? Zombie? Bit?

You see, it's funny, because... you know, it's not really worth explaining. It wasn't even that funny in my head.

TheIceman
  1. 85 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

@Me #64 - HOW DARE I?!!!!!!!!!!!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 86 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Just glanced at the CBC R3 schedule for next week, I'm not sure the web person got the memo regarding the end of live hosting...
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 87 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

Just went through the timeline. Sniffle.

@NLL: I think I will. it's been too long since I've been to Toronto.

@Wapuche: Hi Wonder Twin! welcome back to the blog!

@luckymaloo: welcome! I heard you via Grant's shout out 2 days ago. there's no leaving us now ;)

mcfflyer
  1. 88 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015 Good morning, all! Checking in, as I have most every day for about eight years. Hello friends! Great to see you, Brenda and Patrick!

andaoneandatwo
  1. 89 posted by

andaoneandatwo on Mar 27, 2015

Ok Ok Ok. 
No Longer Lurking
  1. 90 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@kn0ttyn3rb #87 - YAY!
Wapuche
  1. 91 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

Always good to see you, Big Poppa Beav!
reginula
  1. 92 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@NLL Now I have the feeling there is no web person as for now.

WHAT IF WE SAVED IT ALL? (Nope, I guess)


TheIceman
  1. 93 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

So many feels in the timeline!
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 94 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

Hey Lee :)
hotpatch
  1. 95 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

Where is the Mayor of R3 land? maybe it's a little too early in the a.m. for her
No Longer Lurking
  1. 96 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@Hotpatch - she's getting her Mayoral sash ready.  It's a big day today.
hotpatch
  1. 97 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

hello Lee!
mcfflyer
  1. 98 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015 Taking the day off so I can play here all day uninterrupted. But need to get to the hospital clinic for a blood test. So, I'd better get out of bed and get going so I am back by 9am!

erinev
  1. 99 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

Should i be scared to look through the blog post? i just put mascara on so i don't want to mess it up yet..
TheIceman
  1. 100 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

@hotpatch - It's only 6:30 in CMac land. Give the girl a break will ya!
reginula
  1. 101 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@hotpatch I think it's too early in the AM for everyone (except for our British gentlemen. Fine British gentlemen)
hotpatch
  1. 102 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

maybe she wants to delay turning in the gavel and her government vehicle 
No Longer Lurking
  1. 103 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@erinev - You'll laugh just as much as you'll cry....will that even the mascara out, or make things worse?
mcfflyer
  1. 104 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015 And good morning, Reginula, our reigning top fan!

Wapuche
  1. 105 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@hotpatch- Mayor McCheese is never late, nor is she early, she arrives precisely when she means to.
reginula
  1. 106 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@Erinev It made me feel a lot of different, bittersweet things. Today had to be a waterproof mascara day!
hotpatch
  1. 107 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

100 - c o f f e e
mcfflyer
  1. 108 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015 And Garry, thanks so much for all you've done for the community.

QCbusdude
  1. 109 posted by

QCbusdude on Mar 27, 2015 Good morning people! Gotta work today, so I won't be able to join the fracas on this memorable day. I'll be listening on the bus, as always. Have fun!

Sless
  1. 110 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

@erinev

You should have known better! Even I didn't bother with mascara today!

reginula
  1. 111 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@Lee I'M NOT CRYING, YOU'RE CRYING Oh! Good morning, sir!
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 112 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

ugh, I have to try to get some work done today before Grant and Lana's shows. and there's a stupid meeting stuck in my day too. WHY DID I IMAGINE GRAD STUDENT LIFE TO BE CONDUCIVE TO RADIO 3 LISTENING??
No Longer Lurking
  1. 113 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@QCbusdude - don't worry on the fracas front, Jeremy Clarkson has you covered.
hotpatch
  1. 114 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

calling Mayor McCheese, you're needed at the courthouse! 
reginula
  1. 115 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@QCbusdude Hi! Hope you'll get to catch with us up later! 
mcfflyer
  1. 116 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015 And a sunny California hello to you, hotpatch! Supposed to hit 84°F in Sacramento today.

kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 117 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

@NLL #113: did you see this? http://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/2015/03/25/man-loses-job-after-punching-colleague-in-face_n_6940474.html?1427303245
reginula
  1. 118 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@kn0ttyn3rb You can do it, girl! Hope you won't miss a lot! (and hi! :D )
KristaMark
  1. 119 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

Morning All!!!  I'm working for the morning, so I can slack later through Grant and Lana's show ;)
erinev
  1. 120 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

sless- wow you must really be keeping it casual today!
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 121 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

kn0ttyn3rb, FYI, evensteven was asking after you yesterday.
QCbusdude
  1. 122 posted by

QCbusdude on Mar 27, 2015 I'm busy this evening, but hope to read up on things tomorrow. Cheers!

No Longer Lurking
  1. 123 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

#117 - I did, and the BBC were right to not renew his contract following an investigation into what had happened.  Those calling for his reinstatement clearly thinking that physically bullying your colleagues is a bit of a laugh.
KristaMark
  1. 124 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

@Garf   HI!  I heard you may be recording today? 
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 125 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

And good morning.

People, don't be too soppy too early: you'll be suicidal by day's end...

There.

Free advice.

Worth every penny.

hotpatch
  1. 126 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

mcfflyer, 116, that kind of talk is going to get you in trouble; don't you know what the temp is like in Manitoba & Ontario, can cause a bad case of the Grumps. 
luckymaloo
  1. 127 posted by

luckymaloo on Mar 27, 2015

@ kn0ttyn3rb thx, I was way more excited about Grant's shout out the other day than I think an adult should be!
Sless
  1. 128 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

Erinev
  1. nomakeup Fridays are as casual as I get.
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 129 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

#127:      14 Forever...
mcfflyer
  1. 130 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015 Mot meaning to get in trouble, hotpatch. It would have been nice if we'd have actually had a "winter".

No Longer Lurking
  1. 131 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

BfO #129 - Regina and I were just talking about how there is a Stars song for every occasion...
hotpatch
  1. 132 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

Good morning BfO!
TheIceman
  1. 133 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

@kn0ttyn3rb

I hope you'll be able to make it to the picnic this year. It was nice to finally meet you last time.

MackenzieC
  1. 134 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Oh wow! Starting early over here today. This just might make up for having to miss at least 2.25 hours of this afternoon.
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 135 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

@reginula: hi! thanks! :)

@Benoit: Yes, he tweeted me! It was sweet of him.

@luckymaloo: I hear ya, it's happened a few times for me but I still grin stupidly when it happens!

Buckit
  1. 136 posted by

Buckit on Mar 27, 2015

man that time line is happy/sad/depressing
MackenzieC
  1. 137 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

@kn0ttyn3rb HEY! How the heck are you? It's been a long time since we met up in Vancouver.
kidcauley
  1. 138 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
KristaMark
  1. 139 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

@Iceman #133   I agree!  Hi Brenda! 
hotpatch
  1. 140 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

I really liked the story from Louise earlier about her introduction to R3, she's sooo awesome!
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 141 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

@TheIceMan : it was nice to meet you as well :) I think after all the blog changes, it will be nice to digest things at the meet up with folks. 
mcfflyer
  1. 142 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015 I would love to make the picnic this year but Peggy and I have two children getting married this summer, sucking up all of our time and discretionary funds.

No Longer Lurking
  1. 143 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@kidcauley #138 - I'm pretty sure Grant normally says "WHOOOOOOOO!" ;)
luckymaloo
  1. 144 posted by

luckymaloo on Mar 27, 2015

BfromO #129 it would seem!
Wapuche
  1. 145 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@NLL- You didn't let her finish. The next post was clearly going to be "PUUUUUUUUUCHEEEEEEEE!"
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 146 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

Hey Mackenzie! Hi Krista! It feels like a mini family reunion every time I'm on the blog!
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 147 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

"I was saying Wapuche"

/modified simpsons reference

No Longer Lurking
  1. 148 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@Hotpatch #140 - Me too because those were the bands that drew me to R3 around the same time.
StephRamsahai
  1. 149 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

HELLO!

Can someone post that link to the thing that streams smoothly instead of choppy??

garfielduk
  1. 150 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@NLL #123, Speaking as a person that signed the online petition we didn't know everything when I signed it and I  believe in innocent until proven guilty and at that we didn't have all of the facts.  Now that we do know what happened I agree that the BBC would be doing the right thing in firing him (or in this case not renew his contract). 

My complaint with the BBC is why couldn't they edit together the bits with just Hamster and May and show them. They have done nothing wrong (this time).

Wapuche
  1. 151 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

I see you, BLee.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 152 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Hello Steph! 
hotpatch
  1. 153 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

does anybody else think this Courtneys song Mars Attacks song is about a girls first (gnarly) boyfriend.. or is it just me?
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 154 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

GARF, 149?
garfielduk
  1. 155 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@KristaMark #124, message me via the book of faces
nvp
  1. 156 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


no one say anything to me. just point in the direction of the coffee.

Old Abe
  1. 157 posted by

Old Abe on Mar 27, 2015

Good Morning Fine Folks!
nvp
  1. 158 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


no one say anything to me, just point in the direction of the coffee

nvp
  1. 159 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


(once would be sufficient though)

WildWorks
  1. 160 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

:)
tiffyleeson
  1. 161 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

Will Currie and the Country French!!!!  
hotpatch
  1. 162 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

Good morning nvp, Abe
No Longer Lurking
  1. 163 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@nvp - Your post(s) indicated that you wanted a Double Double.
garfielduk
  1. 164 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Steph, Try this
hotpatch
  1. 165 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

nvp, you need to say it like this;

"BRING ME MY FUCKING COFFEE!!"

garfielduk
  1. 166 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@nvp #157/8, It's over next to the empty donut box
centropomus
  1. 167 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

@garf --- what program should I open that file in? Or does anyone just have that link that was around yesterday?

Thanks!

No Longer Lurking
  1. 168 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@hotpatch - #165 - I found that saying it that way meant I ended up wearing the coffee, rather than drinking it.  Your mileage may vary.
rebbey
  1. 169 posted by

rebbey on Mar 27, 2015

OHHH HAAAAAAAI!
StephRamsahai
  1. 170 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

@Garf - Nah, didn't work. There was one yesterday that opened Windows Media Player or something... it was a URL I think.. I dunno. Technology.
maattt
  1. 171 posted by

maattt on Mar 27, 2015

Wow, reading through that timeline was sad. Reminded me of when I joined R3. Great memories.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 172 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@Steph - Do you have iTunes installed?  You can find the R3 stream in the radio section.
WildWorks
  1. 173 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Good morning, just dropping by for a bit. :)

Will try to record on TuneIn Radio for noon (Eastern)

garfielduk
  1. 174 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@centro #167, it should open in almost any media player but not Windows Media Player for some reason.  What players do you have?
MrFussyfont
  1. 175 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

morning peeps
Ballack13
  1. 176 posted by

Ballack13 on Mar 27, 2015

Wellcome to Black Friday.
centropomus
  1. 177 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Why, I have Windows Media Player, of course....
garfielduk
  1. 178 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

Streaming link that should work in WMP

click here

Old Abe
  1. 179 posted by

Old Abe on Mar 27, 2015

@Steph - If you right click on the link Garf posted above and "save as" to your desktop, then right click on it, is there an option to "open with" and you can choose windows media player?
StephRamsahai
  1. 180 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

@Garf - YEAH! That worked! THANK YOU!!!
nvp
  1. 181 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015

Oh, and turn OFF the stuttery player stream from the blog page, if you use an alternate url, like this one:

http://6733.live.streamtheworld.com/CBC_R3_WEB_SC




kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 182 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

@MrFussyFont #175: I love your blog pic! I've been using the hashtag #FOR3VER a bit on Twitter. 
hotpatch
  1. 183 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

NLL, 168, right, with that in mind i'm going to walk across the street now and ask for my grande americano, politely.
laurita.snow
  1. 184 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

Good Morning, all! 

it's a sad, sad day. I hope I can still blog here and there during Grant and Lana's shows but if I'm behind, I deeply apologize and send you, Grant, Lana and the gang my love, as always <3

centropomus
  1. 185 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

I know I'm not going to be able to keep up today, but I just wanted to say...at the risk of being scolded and labelled an unreasonable American...thanks to everyone in here for being such cool people to virtually hang out with. I regret not meeting you all in person, but I did at least meet Grant at his book event here. If any of you find yourselves in the Limestone City, let me know. I'm not here full time anymore, but you have about a 50/50 shot. I'd love to meet up for a beer or show or whatever.

I also know that no live Grant will further reduce the amount of time I spend here. The new music direction has already driven me away to some extent, but I hope the blog continues, and I'll do my best to stop in and say hey.

laurita.snow
  1. 186 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

*er, I mean alvvays
Shonica
  1. 187 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015 Good morning friends! Wow look at all the folks here so early!

reginula
  1. 188 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@Centro HIIIII. NOOOOO. The blog will continue! But we'd love to stay in touch with you! 
centropomus
  1. 189 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

@nvp #181 --- thank you! It's ridiculous that R3 can't even get their stream right for the final week of live hosting. Then again, perhaps I shouldn't be surprised.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 190 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Hello Shonica!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 191 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

This Wolf Parade song is 100% guaranteed to bring a smile to my face.
MackenzieC
  1. 192 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Looking through the timeline makes me think I've been listening and following R3 for at least a year longer than I thought I'd been... apparently the years are starting to blur together.
WildWorks
  1. 193 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Just posted a #FOR3VER tweet.
centropomus
  1. 194 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

@reginula --- I'll be around for sure. No worries! I don't know how much I'd be missed anyway, but I've grown to like a lot of you without actually meeting. I've always been very impressed with your passion and enthusiasm for the music here, despite being so far away (you too, garf!). I think you're the ideal FOTY for the last of the real R3 that we all know.
KristaMark
  1. 195 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

@NLL    HI!! And yes, I agree with #191
Wapuche
  1. 196 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

Confession: Never been a huge Wolf Parade fan. I respect them, but I don't enjoy them. 

Man, I'm glad I don't have to live that down for the next 6-8 hours on the bl... oh, fudge.

Only I didn't say "fudge."

centropomus
  1. 197 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Wolf Parade! Nice!
garfielduk
  1. 198 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Centro #189, I think it could be more of a flash player issue as the links nvp and I provide should be the same as the player at the top of the page uses just without the flash.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 199 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@Wapuche - Wash your mouth out!
Sless
  1. 200 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

Now that I am home I can actually tinker around on the old profile and update the pictures.

I've been too lazy/busy

MSteve
  1. 201 posted by

MSteve on Mar 27, 2015

Anyone who doesn't like Wolf Parade is wrong.. I'm sorry.
hotpatch
  1. 202 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

centro, 185, with your post i agree 100%; However never say never, will this be the end? possibly, things could get better but they will never be the same.

I hope our paths meet someday, if not, travel safely my friend.

centropomus
  1. 203 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

@wapuche --- that's ok. I actually only like about 50% or so of what I hear on R3.
Wapuche
  1. 204 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@Mackenzie- Seriously. Every time I look at my profile and it reminds me that I've been a member since 2006, I have a hard time believing that there were people then, much less that I was one of them and a member of the site. 
garfielduk
  1. 205 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

Great, now I want fudge!
lounge_act
  1. 206 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

I'll Believe in Anything: don't you adore Spencer songs?
centropomus
  1. 207 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

@garf -- very well could be a flash issue. I have them all the time.
Wapuche
  1. 208 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

There's a difference between what I like and what is good. I like some things that aren't good, and don't like some things that are. I don't believe in guilty pleasures or sacred cows, so I'm not actually embarrassed to admit either. The first tenet of 'Puchetarianism is "Like what you like for the reasons you like it." 
centropomus
  1. 209 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

@hotpatch --- you're in ATL, yeah? I have a buddy in Kennesaw that I visit fairly often.
Old Abe
  1. 210 posted by

Old Abe on Mar 27, 2015

CANCER BATS!!!!

WOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!

garfielduk
  1. 211 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@everyone, Lets see who has been here the longest, what is your sign up date?

mine is Apr 30, 2008

centropomus
  1. 212 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

@wapuche #208 --- sounds good to me!
centropomus
  1. 213 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

@garf --- how do I find that out?
laurita.snow
  1. 214 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

Eeeeeeeeeesh, I am not a cancer bats song. Yikes.
Buckit
  1. 215 posted by

Buckit on Mar 27, 2015

@wildworks joined you with #FOR3VER tweet
laurita.snow
  1. 216 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

HA! wow. I am sleepy, clearly. I meant I am not a cancer bats *FAN*. Go home, Laurita, you're drunk.
Shonica
  1. 217 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015 November 2009, but I was listening long before I signed up.

reginula
  1. 218 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@Centro Awwwww, maaaaaan! You rule. It means a lot. Thanks so, so much.
tiffyleeson
  1. 219 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

December 15th, 2010.  I was listening for about 6 months before I created a profile though.  JUST SAYING.  lol
Wapuche
  1. 220 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

November 23, 2006.
mcfflyer
  1. 221 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015 Wow, such a beautiful morning here, with the sun coming up in a clear sky. But there's such a pit in my stomach today.

nvp
  1. 222 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


almost certainly a flash issue - Chrome works fine, and they use their own flash code, not Adobe's

garfielduk
  1. 223 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@centro #213, It's on your profile, upper left corner just under "member Since"
No Longer Lurking
  1. 224 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Did anyone mange to get the latest R3 podcast to download in iTunes?
reginula
  1. 225 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

August 8, 2013

( ._.)

hotpatch
  1. 226 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

centro, 209, yes, I can almost see Kennesaw mountain from the office here. please look me up - my email's on my profile page.
MSteve
  1. 227 posted by

MSteve on Mar 27, 2015

May 21, 2008

I was here early.. then apparently missed a lot of the "Golden Years" while the site was blocked but been back for a few years now.

Wapuche
  1. 228 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@laurita- In your defense, you're also not a Cancer Bats song. Unless you are. I'm not super familiar with their back catalog.
MrFussyfont
  1. 229 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

@laurita.snow #216!!!!!!!!

How are people going to tell us apart?!

  1. FOR3VER
centropomus
  1. 230 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Oct 7, 2009, but I've been listening since summer 2007.
erinev
  1. 231 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

reginula-- did you meet stars??
MackenzieC
  1. 232 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

@Wapuche   #204 - mine says since 2008, and I know, like most of us, I was lurking long before I signed up. I know I discovered the podcasts the spring of 2008 and the blog shortly thereafter, but I remember some of the stuff from earlier in the timelines like the first Bucky's.
erinev
  1. 233 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

guys we are going to hit the throne before grant's show even starts..
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 234 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

Nov. 20, 2008. But listening since that February.
Sless
  1. 235 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

April 14, 2012

Damn! Should have signed up earlier!

laurita.snow
  1. 236 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Mr. Fussyfont: WE SHOULD ALL CHANGE OUR PICS TO THIS! (i think?) I'll change it back if you like; you do make a good point.
centropomus
  1. 237 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

@hotpatch --- will do. My email is my blog name at hotmail.
WildWorks
  1. 238 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

@MrFussyfont We can use the FOR3VER banner?
mcfflyer
  1. 239 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Centropomus, I joined exactly two years before you did: October 7, 2007.  I probably started listening in about 2006.
reginula
  1. 240 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@Erin The meet-and-greet is today, before the show! I'm packing my things before I leave for work and wondering about the appropriate number of cds to take there to be signed, hahaha. So excited!!!
laurita.snow
  1. 241 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@Sless: heyyyyyyy we joined at almost exactly the same time! I started listening in March/April 2012, made a profile and jumped onto the blog in May 2012. 
centropomus
  1. 242 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

@Lee --- well, you are a bit older than I am! ; )
erinev
  1. 243 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

reginula- woowwww!! that is so fun!! get lots of pics!
tiffyleeson
  1. 244 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

going into a meeting...
mcfflyer
  1. 245 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

@centropomus - I know only only two R3ers who are ... ahem ... older than I am.  Isn't that right Benoit?  ;)
Wapuche
  1. 246 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015 I was listening pretty much from the time the Sirius station started, but I know there are folks who go all the way back to the Radio 2 days.

laurita.snow
  1. 247 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Regina: Oooh before I forget, contrats on getting that meeting with Stars, eh? That will be wicked!
mcfflyer
  1. 248 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Okay, off the the hospital to have a blood draw - back asap.  Then maybe some breakfast.  That should help the "pit" in my stomach!  :)
tiffyleeson
  1. 249 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

what song is this?


erinev
  1. 250 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

guys kidcauley and i got a photo in all our r3 gear in the library of parliament.. the librarians working in there were kinda confused haha
laurita.snow
  1. 251 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Lee: Ohh yeesh. I hate having blood taken. You make sure you drink a lot of juice after, y'hear? See you in a bit!
Wapuche
  1. 252 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@Tiffy- Piste 1 by Galaxie
No Longer Lurking
  1. 253 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@tiffyleeson - Galaxie - Piste 1
laurita.snow
  1. 254 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Erinev: YESSSSSSSSS!

Slip a copy under Stevie's door with a long letter about why funding for the CBC is important, wouldja? :P

tiffyleeson
  1. 255 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

@Wapuche -  Thanks!  I like it.  it's fun.
centropomus
  1. 256 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Hey Rosetta! Wooo!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 257 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@Erinev - Your photo was awesome, love it!
garfielduk
  1. 258 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Mcfflyer #248, Breakfast sounds like a good idea, maybe I should get some
laurita.snow
  1. 259 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

Okay man, I *know* there's other Hey Rosetta tracks in here. I like this song, but...
centropomus
  1. 260 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

@garf --- isn't it about time to migrate over to the Pony?
reginula
  1. 261 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@Laurita and Erin Let me see iiiiit! :D

(and thanks, Laurita! I'm stoked! and sad. And stoked!)

Nana aba Duncan
  1. 262 posted by

Nana aba Duncan on Mar 27, 2015

Hi hi hi! FYI It's band shirt Friday in the Toronto office. You might know already that Lana's wearing her Chad Vangaalen shirt.
Sless
  1. 263 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

<------------

I have not yet received my R3 Toque. Instead I am wearing my Rural Alberta Advantage toque.

  1. swagswagswag
MrFussyfont
  1. 264 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

@laurita.snow #236, I don't mind. I changed mine to the black and white... oh you changed yours too
markgage
  1. 265 posted by

markgage on Mar 27, 2015

Convieniently, the boss (my Dad) is away today.  I will be back with beer for the start of Grant's show.  

@Old Abe, it was gonna be a surprise but i thought i better let you know so that you don't come down with an "illness" at noon.

centropomus
  1. 266 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

@reg --- have fun meeting Stars! I'm jealous!
Wapuche
  1. 267 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

One of the true joys of R3 for me has been learning about a ton of awesome Francophone bands that I never would have heard had it not been for R3. People like Metric, Patrick Watson, Dan Mangan, and Basia Bulat I've heard on NPR, but rarely do I hear non-English lyric music there (yes, I know there are world music shows, but "world" tends to mean "Global South" in radio parlance).
laurita.snow
  1. 268 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Reginula: It was Erin and KidCauley, actually. I just live in the same city as them-they are way cooler.

and yeah, that combo is pretty much how I feel about being on the blog today. I'm stoked to be with all, but so so so sad...

MrFussyfont
  1. 269 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

No, we shouldn't all use the same profile pic. But we should all have something related to CBC.
garfielduk
  1. 270 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Centro #260, The Pony is wherever I am (or Grant says it is) :)
erinev
  1. 271 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

reginula- its on facebook!! :) everyone on here should be FB friends with me BTW..
MrFussyfont
  1. 272 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

I signed up in 2011.
centropomus
  1. 273 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

@garf --- but of course!
reginula
  1. 274 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@Nana Aba Ouchouchouch. Nopenopenope
reginula
  1. 275 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@Erin Just saw it. I LOVE IIIIIT!!!!!
KristaMark
  1. 276 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

@markgage    Have fun you guys ;)
No Longer Lurking
  1. 277 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@Regina - When you see Amy tonight, ask he how she manages to dance in towering heels.  I'm always amazed she hasn't broken an ankle!
Old Abe
  1. 278 posted by

Old Abe on Mar 27, 2015

@markgage #265, WOOOOOOOOO!!!
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 279 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

#245m mcfll, older R3 peeps, yes, I'm 66 and counting.
garfielduk
  1. 280 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Ms Duncan #263, The same shirt she wore on her first day?
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 281 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

-m
laurita.snow
  1. 282 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Nana: OOh thanks! I sadly do not have a band t-shirt; the one I wanted at CFF was sold out and also sooo expensive. And then I went back for another one and was misinformed about the fact that it'd be there after the artist had left (it wasn't, naturally) so I'm rockin' the R3 t-shirt for the 3rd day in a row! (with lots of deodorant and a shower)
Wapuche
  1. 283 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

Speaking of Facebook, if anyone wants to friend me to keep in touch, I'm under the name "Patrick Parker." I can neither confirm nor deny that being an actual identity of any person, living or dead, but it can be used to reach me. I'll try not to clog your feed with too much Oscar snark. 
centropomus
  1. 284 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

@erin #271 --- I was asking yesterday if there's a R3 fan page on FB. I don't think many people would be that interested in my kids hockey games and stuff, but it would be fun to have a FB place to go to see what's up with R3 blog folk.
markgage
  1. 285 posted by

markgage on Mar 27, 2015

@Krista.  Can you escape your pile of work and come over??
WildWorks
  1. 286 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

@Reginula You saw my photo (not display pic) I posted on Facebook? :)
reginula
  1. 287 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@NLL I always get the feeling she's going to fall, but she never does. Heels are a thing only a few can master. Will do!
reginula
  1. 288 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@wildworks I haven't! let me check!
MrFussyfont
  1. 289 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

@WildWorks #238, here are the links (for you and anyone else who wants to use these graphics):

http://reimer-reason.ca/cbc/FOR3VER-red-white.png

http://reimer-reason.ca/cbc/FOR3VER-black.png

http://reimer-reason.ca/cbc/FOR3VER-grey.png

KristaMark
  1. 290 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

@markgage      Um, heck yeah!  
laurita.snow
  1. 291 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ MR. Fussyfont: yayyy thanks! I made the black/red one my background pic for facebook :)
MrFussyfont
  1. 292 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

KRISTAMARK AND MARKGAGE ARE BACK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
markgage
  1. 293 posted by

markgage on Mar 27, 2015

@Krista !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 294 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

@reginula: I can't believe you've only been a member since 2013, you have been such a part of the community since!

@everyone else: I've been a registered member since 2008, and been confusing people with my blog name since then. ;p

KristaMark
  1. 295 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

@Fussyfont     HI WES!!!!!  
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 296 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

BAND SHIRT DAY: I happen to be wearing, dashingly I might add, a Lowell baseball T.

Black 3/4 arms and neckband, white torso, with Lowell reclining in black, and her name handscripted in shocking pink.

It got compliments last night (yes, I put it back on today: sue me.)

kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 297 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

I'm wearing my old school Radio 3 shirt with good ol' caribou-goose hybrid Bucky 
markgage
  1. 298 posted by

markgage on Mar 27, 2015

@Mr.Fussyfont.  Never left, just don't have time for blog, but listen every day.  Are you gonna be around this summer for NXNE?
laurita.snow
  1. 299 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Benoit: hey man, I've worn the same t-shirt thrice this week. rock on!
MrFussyfont
  1. 300 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

time for some breakfast


(doing my part to get the comments up to 3,000 today!)

reginula
  1. 301 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@Kn0tty Thank you! I wish I had been around for longer!
tagish156
  1. 302 posted by

tagish156 on Mar 27, 2015

What are the odds we get a beer-o'clock set today?
Shonica
  1. 303 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Cant wait to see everyone! We have our NXNE Flights and hotel booked! The Tarp King,  chrispyprotools and I will all be at the picnic!
mikeroy9
  1. 304 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

hello hello hello. i met some of you fine folks last week when i finally joined in the blog after so much time on twitter. back again for the final countdown to celebrate/mourn together.

funny enough, i will be hosting my own show during grant's show on our campus station. will be running through my live bits and playing mostly tracks so i can tune in!

MrFussyfont
  1. 305 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

@markgage #298, I'm gonna do my best to be at the picnic at least. Don't know about anything else this year as I'm currently under-employed and I overdid it with festivals last year!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 306 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

If you've not seen it yet, check out Jill Barber's post here.
Buckit
  1. 307 posted by

Buckit on Mar 27, 2015

I creeped myself.  profile created in '10 but I had been a listener to the podcasts since at least '08 and probably lurked online since '09
Emma Godmere
  1. 308 posted by

Emma Godmere on Mar 27, 2015

It is amazing seeing all of these names, you guys. 

I am currently sporting my own R3 toque as I recover from wisdom tooth surgery in bed. I'm heartbroken I won't be in the R3 Toronto office today... but I get to tune in with you all through the entire day today!

WildWorks
  1. 309 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

@MrFussyFont OK, I just used Over and added my logo to it. A bit different. :)
marie_curious
  1. 310 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

Morning friends! I took the day off to listen from my bed. It's the safest place.
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 311 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

LUCAS!!!

MIKE ROY!!!

Shonica
  1. 312 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

NLL, #306 I can't read it again right now.  :'(
No Longer Lurking
  1. 313 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Quick show of hands, who is NxNEing this year?



Buckit
  1. 314 posted by

Buckit on Mar 27, 2015

My daughter in the pic was born in '08 so the podcasts kept me company when I was up at night with her.  if you look closely you can see my R3 belt buckle between her and my son.
Emma Godmere
  1. 315 posted by

Emma Godmere on Mar 27, 2015

@m_c: holla.
mikeroy9
  1. 316 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

@kn0ttyn3rb BRENDAAAAA!

By the way, you are in this wonderful tweet from R3.

Sless
  1. 317 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

@Emma

Wisdom tooth surgery is a kick in the teeth! Jeeze! It's the hornets nest!

garfielduk
  1. 318 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@MrFussyfont, I hope you don't mind me modifying it 
No Longer Lurking
  1. 319 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@Shonica #312 - I'll re-paste it here, give me a sec.
markgage
  1. 320 posted by

markgage on Mar 27, 2015

@ marie_curious  Good morning!!

@MrFussyfont We will do the picnic for sure but not sure what else. Lots of things going on for us this year. I hope we get to catch up then.

Shonica
  1. 321 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Emma, Hope you're feeling better soon!
marie_curious
  1. 322 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

@Emma: Hey, we're bed buddies!

... Probably a better way to phrase that.

lounge_act
  1. 323 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

I'll be there, Davoud. 

Hey! I heard you might be interested in Ottawa Dragonboat Festival too, eh?

Emma Godmere
  1. 324 posted by

Emma Godmere on Mar 27, 2015

@Sless: JP speaks the truth!!

@Shonica: Thanks!

@m_c: I would laugh heartily if it didn't hurt so much!

Pudding and mushed bananas, friends. Pudding and mushed bananas.

kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 325 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

@Davoud

Thanks for the Jillber post share. And I'm going to try my darndest to make it to Toronto this year!

reginula
  1. 326 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

I'm definitely picnic-ing, but still debating between NXNE and the DragonBoat fest. SEE YOU GUYS THERE.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 327 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@lounge_act #323 - Yup, I should be in Ottawa for Dragonboat and Canada Day.  I think some other R3ers might be doing Dragonboat too, it would be great to meet some new faces!
marie_curious
  1. 328 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

@NLL: I'll be at the picnic and free shows but I'm not buying a ticket.
centropomus
  1. 329 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

When is this Dragonboat thing? Is it a music fest, too?
MackenzieC
  1. 330 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

If anyone missed it yesterday, Library Voices suggested an unofficial R3 meet up at Gateway Festival this summer. Apparently it's about an hour's south of Regina. For those of us who can't make it to the NXNE picnic, this could be an alternative.


If this turns into a thing, I'll probably rent a car and drive down so if anyone is coming from afar I could probably pick someone(s) up from the Regina airport. Just spit balling ideas here.

lounge_act
  1. 331 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

Free Concerts | Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival
erinev
  1. 332 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

Dragonboat is a magical festival in ottawa that is 100% free and has incredible bands...
KristaMark
  1. 333 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

@markgage and I will be at the NxNE picnic for sure! (maybe a little time for music on Sat night)

We didn't plan to buy a wristband because we are only there for the day.

@Steph we can hang out with you and Pedro and do FREE stuff right?!?!

No Longer Lurking
  1. 334 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

From Jill Barber's FB:

Today marks the end of an era as the final day of live hosting on CBC Radio 3.

I want to take a moment to join the Radio 3 community and congratulate my husband Grant Lawrence for being so awesome at his job.

I've been by Grant's side for the last 8 years and I can tell you that his love and passion and dedication to the R3 community extends well beyond the "airwaves".

Grant, I love you and am so proud of you. I am especially proud of your loyalty to public broadcasting and of your passion for championing Canadian artists.

We are a CBC family. We want our son to grow up with CBC, the way we grew up with CBC. I want him to get to know our country through smart, engaging and challenging broadcasting. And so I continue to support the CBC as it evolves and changes in the face of extreme budget cuts and internal challenges.

Grant, I can't wait to see what exciting, fun and NEW projects you get up to next at CBC. Onwards and upwards. xo

lounge_act
  1. 335 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

@Krista: There are Saturday night only passes.  I think that's what I'll be doing.
Emma Godmere
  1. 336 posted by

Emma Godmere on Mar 27, 2015

Have you Torontonians/near-Torontonians checked out the recently announced Camp Wavelength happening on the island this summer?
Shonica
  1. 337 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Krista, New at NxNE this year you can buy a one day wristband!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 338 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

I've not seen much at NxNE that makes me giddy yet, I'm really only in Toronto then to hang out with R3ers.
Buckit
  1. 339 posted by

Buckit on Mar 27, 2015

got a phone call reminder about dentist appt for my kids.  I'll be popping my headphones in to listen along in the background like I do at work.
marie_curious
  1. 340 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

Library Voices only ever want to meet up in Saskatchewan. It's not fair!
KristaMark
  1. 341 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

@lounge_act     Oh! that's an option!  

Remember when I snuck you into the Zeus street show last year? I think it was CMAC's press pass?! lol

centropomus
  1. 342 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

@lounge-act #331 --- Thanks! That looks like a pretty nice lineup. Does it get crazy crowded?
garfielduk
  1. 343 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

I think it's nice of them to schedule a festival around our picnic
centropomus
  1. 344 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

@erin #332 --- thanks!
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 345 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

@garf #343 +1
No Longer Lurking
  1. 346 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@KristaMark - That Zeus show was fantastic, one of the highlights of NxNE for me.
Nana aba Duncan
  1. 347 posted by

Nana aba Duncan on Mar 27, 2015

#281 garf, the very same.
Wapuche
  1. 348 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@emmagodmere- Condolences on being laid up. I'm going in this afternoon to get the sutures removed from my own oral surgery a few weeks ago, so I know how you feel. I hope you get better soon.
kidcauley
  1. 349 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

I want to play Wavelength - we are applying, so fingers crossed!
sansshoes
  1. 350 posted by

sansshoes on Mar 27, 2015

Hi, Louise. This is only the second post that I've made to the message board. I've been a dedicated Radio 3 listener since I discovered the station last June on Sirius (I live in New Jersey, USA). Since then, I've discovered so many great artists and my music collection has greatly expanded as a result. As this is, sadly, your last show, I want to thank you for helping me to know these bands better through the information that you shared during your breaks. Your friendly and upbeat delivery always made my morning drive to work a lot more pleasant. Best of luck to you, and maybe when some future federal administration has enough sense, the CBC's funding will be reinstated and we might be able to benefit from the entertaining and knowledgeable voices like yours and the rest of the hosts again.
tiffyleeson
  1. 351 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

MrFussyfont - I can't access those links you posted.  I get a 404
lounge_act
  1. 352 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

@Krista:  I'll never forget the only time I ever wore the band's shirt at the show. 

CMac was so worried I bolted with her pass.

Emma Godmere
  1. 353 posted by

Emma Godmere on Mar 27, 2015

@Wapuche - Solidarity! I hope you're all healed up soon too!

@kidcauley - That would be KILLER if you guys played it.

MackenzieC
  1. 354 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

@marie_curious #340 - For prairie folks like me though, it's ridiculously cheaper for me to drive from Winnipeg to anywhere in Saskatchewan for a meet up than flying to Toronto.
Switters
  1. 355 posted by

Switters on Mar 27, 2015

How many times has there been an iron throne before Grant even got on the air? Also, hey everyone! Due to shitty timing I have a bunch of deadlines today so I don't even know how much I'll get to be around. I'm not impressed.
tiffyleeson
  1. 356 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

we're going to get to the iron throne before Grant's show even starts


kidcauley
  1. 357 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

I changed my FB profile picture for the first time since 2012 for today
KristaMark
  1. 358 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

@NLL   Yes that Zeus show was a highlight for me too.... my eardrums were BLOWN away! 

@lounge_act Haha!! I forgot you were wearing the band shirt!

lounge_act
  1. 359 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

@centropomus: No, not really.  The stage faces this monumental hill in the middle of Mooney's Bay Park.  I don't think you could possibly crowd it.  But, this looks like the best lineup I've seen in three years.  2013, Great Lake Swimmers and Born Ruffians.  Last year, Cuff the Duke and the Sheepdogs.
tiffyleeson
  1. 360 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

kidcauley I tried to change mine, but it's a portrait image and it just gets cut off....
marie_curious
  1. 361 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

Re wisdom teeth: Prescription Tylenol 3 not all it's cracked up to be.
deiru
  1. 362 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

So will Grant start with The Strumbellas End of an Era?
EricR
  1. 363 posted by

EricR on Mar 27, 2015

Good day, everyone!  Let's do this!
deiru
  1. 364 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

Cause we all know he has to end with Letter From An Occupant
No Longer Lurking
  1. 365 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@marie_curious #361 - I agree.  The best medicine for dental pain (or anything, come to think about it), is whisky.
Emma Godmere
  1. 366 posted by

Emma Godmere on Mar 27, 2015

@m_c: Honestly!
laurita.snow
  1. 367 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Switters-likewise! it sucks! But good to see you around!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 368 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@deriu - You'll have to get your suggestions in to Garf, he's running a book (complete with prizes!)
Ballack13
  1. 369 posted by

Ballack13 on Mar 27, 2015

I pray my phone doesn't keep buffering like it did yesterday.
StephRamsahai
  1. 370 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

Oh man, just read through the history up there. SO AWESOME! What an epic story.
kidcauley
  1. 371 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

Everyone just fly to Ottawa - you can all sleep on Erin's couch!
krib
  1. 372 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

what happens if we hit the iron throne before Grant's even on the air?
deiru
  1. 373 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

@NLL on the blog or via email??


@Garf First song from Grant: The Strumbellas End of an Era

Last song from Grant: Letter from an Occupant
First song from Lana: . no idea but probably something from DFA or Japandroids 
Last song from Lana: again no idea maybe a Cons track???
reginula
  1. 374 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

Ok, guys. Going to the office. Don't do something funny like posting 500 comments while I'm on transit.

Or do. I'm not your mom.

ggnewton
  1. 375 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

Jan. 22, 2009 - listened for about a year before I joined.


Is anyone recording the last show today?


Switters
  1. 376 posted by

Switters on Mar 27, 2015

@Davoud - Reading through some of your comments, I lurked for 3-4 years before commenting.  Really wish I hadn't waited so long before getting involved. Ah well, things still worked out pretty well.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 377 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@Regina - you crack me up!
deiru
  1. 378 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

I had forgotten how good that Strumbellas song is, it was all over R3 in 2012/2013 (I think?)
krib
  1. 379 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

and guys (and gals)

that timeline isn't depressing. It's amazing!

It's sad that R3 looks like it's slowly going to be choked out of existence, but looking back at what they accomplished; it's quite astounding

MikeV
  1. 380 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

Test Test Test

Haven't been able to post in two days! What the heck?

Test Test Test

MackenzieC
  1. 381 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

@marie_curious #361 - agreed.

@Emma Godmere I lived on yogurt for a good few weeks after I had mine out a few years ago. I couldn't get enough of the stuff.

erinev
  1. 382 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

#371- EVERYONE CAN CRASH ON MY NEW PULL OUT COUCH!!! Come visit!! it's being delivered tmrw! :)
Sless
  1. 383 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

#371

I know of a place people can crash too. The hosts may be entirely surprised by your arrival but their cool. You can camp out on their stoop if necessary

)
hytumb69
  1. 384 posted by

hytumb69 on Mar 27, 2015

@KC - perfect... I'll come down river if I know I can sleep on Erin's couch... perfect!  I've never actual met any other R3rs (except TB3 in passing at wolfe island years ago).  Or perhaps I'll make a pilgrimage to T.O. for this famed picnic...
Emma Godmere
  1. 385 posted by

Emma Godmere on Mar 27, 2015

@MackenzieC: Thanks for the tip! I might tackle some mashed potatoes later today, during Grant's show. 

@MikeV: Your mic's on! Hello!

mikeroy9
  1. 386 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

I may turn into a human faucet of tears if any of the shows today are left off with the Constantines as a final farewell. Just too much sentimentality with the Cons for me.
KristaMark
  1. 387 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

Whoa!!  MIKE V is here too! 
centropomus
  1. 388 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

@lounge act -- I think I may have to delay my annual Montreal Jazz Fest appearance in favor of this Dragonboat thing. Thanks for the heads up!
Sless
  1. 389 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

#383

That was mostly a joke. Their not cool.

deiru
  1. 390 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

@NLL some powerful words from Jill.... it's not even 8am here and already have tears in my eyes.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 391 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@Switters #376 - The NxNE picnic in 2013 was my trigger to start commenting (Blame Eric and CMac for inflicting me on you all), before that I had been listening / lurking since late 2005.
Wapuche
  1. 392 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@regina- Wait, I'm adopted? Why did you wait so long to tell me? If you're not my mother, who is? And I want some money back for all those brunches, flowers, and finger paint handprints I've given you.
tiffyleeson
  1. 393 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

@ggnewton - I know someone offered to tape this show, but I don't remember who....
Switters
  1. 394 posted by

Switters on Mar 27, 2015

@laurita - My plan was to call in sick but that wouldn't have gone over so well. At least I'm meeting Cicero for drinks after work. All the sorrows will be drowned, drowned I say!
Sless
  1. 395 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

We better be careful. At this rate Grant's first post is going to land him in the Iron Throne
Switters
  1. 396 posted by

Switters on Mar 27, 2015

@NLL - That picnic, and the after party, was one of the best times I've had. So good.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 397 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@ggnewton - Garf can hook you up with recordings (if the CBC lawyers and Dropbox haven't tracked him down yet).
krib
  1. 398 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

I'll post this again, maybe later, too:

if you're connected to some R3ers already on FB and want to extend the net, search for kirby. Safe bet I'll be the top of your search list. Send me a friend request if you're so inclined

fair warning, though...I tend to post about: music, politics (mostly fair vote stuff), environmental stuff, food, and the odd silly crap. No cat pictures

garfielduk
  1. 399 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

We only need 102 more comments in an hour! We can doo this!
Switters
  1. 400 posted by

Switters on Mar 27, 2015

@Sless - I think we'll still be 30min out from Grant when we hit the throne
Emma Godmere
  1. 401 posted by

Emma Godmere on Mar 27, 2015

Also, in the spirit of throwback photos, I dug up my very first time on the R3 airwaves, when Craig had me on his LCHI back in 2011. He's been tweeting some lovely things about R3 this morning!
kidcauley
  1. 402 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

OMG WHAT IF GRANT PLAYS LEFT AND LEAVING
garfielduk
  1. 403 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

oooh, I got a double post, do I have to change my name to DarBar?
Frankus
  1. 404 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

Okay, so I only tread about the first 100 comments. It is funny how my thoughts are echoed before I get a chance to write them. I can only agree and confirm. It was my thought too that we could reach the Iron Throne before Grant got on. I was also sad and happy and shaking at the timeline. I also laughed at the Hobbit comment regarding Grant's 'challenge'.  I do not know if this thought has been expressed yet: As the CBC Radio3 has changed over the years it will continue to change. I would like to think that this is the last live on-air hosting for now. With the outpouring of support demonstrated here I think it would be foolish to think that live hosting could never come back. The political idea of austerity and the move away from support for the collective good that can come out of government will not last forever. I live in hope.
krib
  1. 405 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

Wildworks has been recording pieces of shows this week, maybe it's him

hehe...Tiffy, if you use a word like "taping" these days, kids have no idea what you're talking about)

mikeroy9
  1. 406 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

@kidcauley that is my vote for the final song of his show. again, turning into a human faucet at that point.
mcfflyer
  1. 407 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

And, I'm back.  That didn't hurt "too" much.

I have changed into what might be one of the more rare CBC Radio3 t-shirt, a long sleeved black t with the racoon/eagle on the back with a small R3 logo at the hip. Add to it wearing my R3 belt buckle, I'm geared up for the morning!

And water is on the stove to make coffee using a French press, that I learned about from AlexofAnders from my 2009 visit to Vancouver! Only way I brew coffee now.

No Longer Lurking
  1. 408 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@mcflyer - Wow, that was quick!  Did they leave you enough to get through the day?
EricR
  1. 409 posted by

EricR on Mar 27, 2015

Craig might be on-air later today?! [ Twitter post ] I wonder who else might be 'dropping by'?!  So excited!
krib
  1. 410 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

oh man, mcfflyer, that sounds like a piece of R3 attire I'd actually wear!


I do wear the scarf, although I think my daughter absconded with it this winter. my bucky shirt hangs in the closet. I need to become some kind of skinny hipster dude to pull off wearing it in public

MikeV
  1. 411 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

Here I am.

I won't like my favourite discovery of all time is gravity, which makes all of this possible, but aside from that lots of great times meeting R3 people over the years.

MrFussyfont
  1. 412 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

@tiffyleeson #351, you have to cut and paste carefully; don't select any spaces... I'll linkify them in a sec...
mcfflyer
  1. 413 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Two Hours Traffic - their first album was my first Canadian indie album I ever wanted - and purchased.
Buckit
  1. 414 posted by

Buckit on Mar 27, 2015

If there were a "like" feature on the blog i'd be doing it a lot today.  Hope the mother corp is reading along today
krib
  1. 415 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

I think Grant's big on the book-ends idea. I'm going with Letter from an Occupant
balls
  1. 416 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

Good Morning.. It's the end of an era! Trying to have one last listen, internet isn't fast up here and the feed is skipping. However, I'll be driving soon, and satellite isn't so bad in the truck this time of year (welcome to the north, people).


Wapuche
  1. 417 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

I don't have an R3 shirt, having given the one I got from Craig to Dawn.h. I'm pretty sure it was a women's shirt, and I didn't like the way it accentuated my curves. I'm wearing the shirt in spirit, though.
mcfflyer
  1. 418 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

@krib - the reason I didn't wear any of the other shirts to get the blood draw is that they're all a little too small.  I didn't want to look like an inflated balloon.  But this long sleeved tshirt is a bit more forgiving.

@NLL - I hope.  :)

krib
  1. 419 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

AND THE BLOG HAS BALLS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Wapuche
  1. 420 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

BALLS!
mcfflyer
  1. 421 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Balls!  My first overnight visitor to California!  How are you doing, Syrah?!
MrFussyfont
  1. 422 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

#FOR3VER linkified links:

http://reimer-reason.ca/cbc/FOR3VER-red-white.png

http://reimer-reason.ca/cbc/FOR3VER-black.png

http://reimer-reason.ca/cbc/FOR3VER-grey.png



Sless
  1. 423 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

#407

French press coffee is always the preferred method.

Frankus
  1. 424 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

I agree about the 'bookend' thing. I am sort of hoping for the show to end on something new. I know that goes against everything we know about Grant but I wish for it.
krib
  1. 425 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

if you don't have an espresso maker, yes
OpalJagger
  1. 426 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

I just realized there's no way in hell I'm ready for Grant's final sign-off today.
tiffyleeson
  1. 427 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

Does anyone know the dimension in pixels for the blog profile pic?
mcfflyer
  1. 428 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

<<<<  Balls visiting California in 2011
krib
  1. 429 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

I'm probably going to miss Grant's final sign-off. I'll more than likely be sitting in a theatre with my youngest because it's his birthday and he has the day off school, so I thought we'd go see a movie.

some things ARE more important than R3

westcrunch
  1. 430 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

Whew! At the beginning of this week I was super nervous I wasn't going to make the blog today.

But here I am. Cut my work trip short. Anyone else getting choppy feed?

It's almost like the system knows it's the last live show...

Frankus
  1. 431 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

I am going to try to find a photo of the CBC Castro hat I won years ago. It was too small for my giant noggin so I gave it to my daughter. She is far better looking than me anyway.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 432 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@tiff - 620 x 350 for the profile page, I think it's resized from that for this page.
krib
  1. 433 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

Garf, can I double my guess for max number of posts today?
lounge_act
  1. 434 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

...pretty sure Balls still owes me a beer.
Wapuche
  1. 435 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

We're all speculating about Grant's final sign-off, but Lana gets the last word. What do you think her last song will be? If there's any justice in this world, she'll open with "I'll Bring the Sun," but I have no idea how she'll close.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 436 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@tiff - 120 x 70 pixels here
MrFussyfont
  1. 437 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

@krib #429, HOW DARE YOU!!!  


just kidding

mcfflyer
  1. 438 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

@Sless - I agree about the French Press.  I even have a plastic one in the Shaggin' Wagon.
krib
  1. 439 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

snarf, what browser are you on? Chrome seems to be the only one that works
tiffyleeson
  1. 440 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

No Longer Lurking - Thanks.  I'm trying to change my picture, but the thumbnail version is not working.  grr. 
mikeroy9
  1. 441 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

@westcrunch could it maybe be slow due to more listeners than normal? my twitter and facebook have been very active in talking about the final live broadcasting today, especially from folks who don't normally always listen. could be a big crowd trying to tune in at once!
garfielduk
  1. 442 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@mcfflyer #407, The racoon/eagle is a Ragle (video)
nvp
  1. 443 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


love the french press .. but i converted to immersion dripper! got me started this morning after the pager went off ..

Shonica
  1. 444 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

BALLS! Hello!
MikeV
  1. 445 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

Here is a question has anyone named their first born "CBC Radio 3" yet? Cause that would be horrible if we are being honest. You should be ashamed of yourself.
Shonica
  1. 446 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

WESTCRUNCH!!!!
garfielduk
  1. 447 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@krib, if I remember, yes, but it was only ever intended as a tie breaker question
lindsey.who
  1. 448 posted by

lindsey.who on Mar 27, 2015

SHHHH ILLEGAL WORK BLOGGING
westcrunch
  1. 449 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

@mikeroy9 good point! At any rate, I hope it evens itself out soon. Just happy to be here.


No Longer Lurking
  1. 450 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

I think it's a near 100% certainty that we'll reach Iron Throne before Grant gets on air.
westcrunch
  1. 451 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

SHONICA!!! I FINALLY met your daughter last week. I creepily approached her at little sister haa
MackenzieC
  1. 452 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

@mcfflyer  #407 - Was there a t-shirt version of that? I think I ordered one from the CBC site back in the day and shipped it to a friend in the UK. I wonder if she still has it... More importantly, she asked if I could send her one after I won my Bucky shirt, so I wonder if she *actually* appreciates it the way it should be.
Wapuche
  1. 453 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@MikeV- I know of a kid with that name, but I swear he's not my son, no matter what that no account dancer-on-the-floor-in-the-round says.
Frankus
  1. 454 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

My guess for the number of blog posts was also apparently ridiculously low. I made the guess before yesterday's show. I might need to triple or more my guess.


sbarbara
  1. 455 posted by

sbarbara on Mar 27, 2015

last day!! <3<3 hugs #foR3ver
mikeroy9
  1. 456 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

@NoLongerLurking, agreed. With the rate of posts popping up, we'll be hitting it in the next 15 minutes I'd say!
fresh ginger
  1. 457 posted by

fresh ginger on Mar 27, 2015

today is the last day the R in R3 stands for Radio. Hostless radio isn't radio, it's Robots. #FOR3VER
Wapuche
  1. 458 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

Or the next 5.
tiffyleeson
  1. 459 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

.... going to get lunch now before the show starts :)
MikeV
  1. 460 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

@Wapuche I already know exactly what kind of person you are. I got copies of all your reoords.
deiru
  1. 461 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

The day I when to go get a Radio 3 belt buckle was the same day that the ceeb closed their gift shop here in Vancouver. only found out about upon reading the sign on the door.
Wapuche
  1. 462 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@fresh ginger- Robots need love, too.
mikeroy9
  1. 463 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

@Wapuche My estimate was off the minute I finished typing I guess!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 464 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Mac better hurry up and get out of bed if she wants the final Iron Throne!
Sless
  1. 465 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

#457 & #462

2 true

Babs46
  1. 466 posted by

Babs46 on Mar 27, 2015

Can someone post a link for the audio. Once again I am getting broken up or no audio!!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 467 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@Wapuche #462 - BABOOOOOM!
Wapuche
  1. 468 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@MikeV- Those records were supposed to have been expunged. This system is a sham!
deiru
  1. 469 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

@NLL unless we all shut up till Grant gets here, but that is an hour away so don't think it will happen
kidcauley
  1. 470 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

does the R in R3 now stand for Robots?



Robots 4 eva!

lounge_act
  1. 471 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

You know, we could all still be this active on the blog after the hosts go off.  It would probably help.  A lot.
nvp
  1. 472 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015

Oh, and turn OFF the stuttery player stream from the blog page, if you use an alternate url, like this one:

http://6733.live.streamtheworld.com/CBC_R3_WEB_SC





Shonica
  1. 473 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Westcrunch, hahaha I know, she sent me a text message, "I finally met Callan!!!!"
balls
  1. 474 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

At some point I'll get back to traveling all over the place again and visiting all of you guys and yes, buying some of you a beer or ten..

Lee, I'm doing well! Watching the snow start to melt, a bit. I swear, I'm coming back to California again!

Frankus
  1. 475 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

Neil Young is a Canadian guy, right? What he say about not fading away? I don't think that is happening. A blaze of glory maybe.
MackenzieC
  1. 476 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

@deiru Do any of the CBC studios have shops any more? I don't think Winnipeg ever had one.
mj2k1
  1. 477 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

That was a really cool slide show. I thought it was interesting that Grant has done a "hostless" show before. I don't think this will be the end of the world
mj2k1
  1. 478 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

hi balls! I'll have a beer
mikeroy9
  1. 479 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

@lounge_act Yeah I feel like showing a vocal blog base would maybe opt them back to live programming one day in the future!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 480 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@MackenzieC - Toronto used to have one, think it is now closed.
kidcauley
  1. 481 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

Unless someone is willing to comment on air about my winning smile everytime I appear on the blog, I am not coming around ;)
Frankus
  1. 482 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

I am not sure if I still have the Koozie I got instead of the Ron Jeremy book but if I can find it I will wrap it around a beer as soon as it is appropriate.
OpalJagger
  1. 483 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015 @westcrunch and @mikeroy9 I've been having the same problems with R3's stream here at work all week...if anyone has the CBC Music app on their phones, I've been streaming it from there instead just fine

kidcauley
  1. 484 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

Did people's see the sweet photo ErinEV posted on her fb?
balls
  1. 485 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

Is everyone illegal work blogging today? #R3REBELS
westcrunch
  1. 486 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

KIDCAULEY! Hey good looking!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 487 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Kidcauley - You have a smile that is more magnificent that the aurora borealis (even at this latitude)
flannel tom
  1. 488 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

Hey guys! Wow, there's almost 500 comments before the start of Grant's show. 

March 27th doesn't have to have only negative connotations... It isn't just the last day of live hosting on R3... it's also the day the new Trailer Park Boys season is released on Netflix!! Season 9 out now!

mikeroy9
  1. 489 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

It soon approaches...
deiru
  1. 490 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

@louis I think that there is just more male fronted bands than female..... and that's why there are more dudes playing festivals
MackenzieC
  1. 491 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Yeah No Longer Lurking I visited the Toronto one once when I was there. I remember thinking how rad it would be if we had one here. Still want to get my hands on a red tshirt with the white CBC logo.
Frankus
  1. 492 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

Who is that kid with the winning smile?
Buckit
  1. 493 posted by

Buckit on Mar 27, 2015

R3 the stream is going to just become another songza/spotify/cbcmusic playlist.  I hope that R3 the community comes back on Mon to see if there is a chance for the new format to try & match what we've had here since radio3.com
mikeroy9
  1. 494 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

WHAT DO WE DO WITHOUT GRANT FOR THE IRON THRONE I AM SO SHAKEY!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 495 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@FT - And it's also International Whisky Day.
mcfflyer
  1. 496 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

@MacC [452] - I don't have that t-shirt, with that specific logo on it, but I do have one with Bucky, but without the circle.  On my 2009 visit to Vancouver, I was given access to the "prize vault", and I grabbed every XL or XXL shirt style I could find.  But there were slide whistles, Castro hats, everything in there that were part of Grant's Trivia Tuesday prizes or Craig's Wheel of Freedom prizes.  It was awesome!
Frankus
  1. 497 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

Who is Throned?
No Longer Lurking
  1. 498 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

THRONE?
No Longer Lurking
  1. 499 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Ha!
MackenzieC
  1. 500 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

#485 - I think a lot of people took it off today
No Longer Lurking
  1. 501 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Too soon.
mikeroy9
  1. 502 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

@493 Buckit, Totally agree with that! What I said in an email to them!
Wapuche
  1. 503 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

It's happening.
westcrunch
  1. 504 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

@shonica Hilarious. She looks so much like you.
kidcauley
  1. 505 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

Trailer park boys has 9 seasons? that is WILD - the clearing stick is by far my favorite recurring schtick on that show (or should I say STICK hahaha)
flannel tom
  1. 506 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

Matty - I was going to head to Regina today but instead I am coming tomorrow, leaving Monday. So see you tomorrow, eh. 
mcfflyer
  1. 507 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Good grief.  I write something and another 40 posts appear before I can get back to the blog!
Ballack13
  1. 508 posted by

Ballack13 on Mar 27, 2015

I was going to take a short nap before Grant shift but the blogger 30 so alive and going 
No Longer Lurking
  1. 509 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

MackenzieC gets the final Iron Throne!
Frankus
  1. 510 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

Lurking - just too soon and not soon enough! HA!
hytumb69
  1. 511 posted by

hytumb69 on Mar 27, 2015

Yup illegal work blogging... because after today I can probably just say 'sorry it will never happen again sir."  And it will be true.  Boo!
ggnewton
  1. 512 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

@GarfieldUK - is it possible for you to record all the host sessions today?  Your Trivia playlist from the other day was wonderful.  I have meetings and such today and don't want to miss any of the good stuff, which is of course, the hosts.
mj2k1
  1. 513 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@deiru: yeah you read my thoughts. It feels like touring musicians are predominantly dudes who don't mind living in a van down by the river
No Longer Lurking
  1. 514 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@Frankus - Story of my life ;)
darbarspecial
  1. 515 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Hello all! This is going to be even more difficult to keep up than usual. I am glad so many people are here today though.

The R3 history is a fantastic one. Love you R3 and everyone involved with it! :D


No Longer Lurking
  1. 516 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

But not in that way...
chrisjm
  1. 517 posted by

chrisjm on Mar 27, 2015

End of an era! Though CBC Radio 3 #foR3ver!

Do R3 fans gather in other places on the web other than the blog? Facebook Group?

mj2k1
  1. 518 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@tom: you were coming today? i read that wrong then. I'll see you at sparkys 
kidcauley
  1. 519 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

well this is what it said in the Bible - the day the iron throne happens without Grant is a the final sign of the R3 apocalypse! just gotta wait for the four horsemen now...
deiru
  1. 520 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

@mccflyeer the post were coming in 200/hr yesterday and we got to nearly 2300 by the end of the day.... can only imagine what today will be like
flannel tom
  1. 521 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

Does it even count as an Iron Throne though, if it's BEFORE Grant is even on air?!??
Frankus
  1. 522 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

That was the way I was thinking...
mj2k1
  1. 523 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

I think it's important we all keep the perspective that Grant will still be doing music things for us for free on the CBC.  Life is good.
MrFussyfont
  1. 524 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

plastic throne?


Wapuche
  1. 525 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@kidcauley- I call Famine!
flannel tom
  1. 526 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

SparkleDome tomorrow!
mcfflyer
  1. 527 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

@deiru [519] - Yeah.  Pretty exciting, isn't it?  And so great to see everyone here - so many old friends!
erinev
  1. 528 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

I bet Grant's first song will be either LETTER FROM AN OCCUPANT or MEET ME IN THE BASEMENT
Sless
  1. 529 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

lol at NLL

Too soon and too late.

Sniping the throne on the last day.... all that practice, and for what?!

No Longer Lurking
  1. 530 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@FT - I think the question has to be, will it still be an Iron Throne when there is no live hosting.  Though this is a rhetorical question because I can't see the blog getting 500 comments with no live hosting.
lounge_act
  1. 531 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

Overwhelmingly, I get the feeling that on-air call-outs have become the reason people participate on the blog.  I admit, I'm a bad example.  Just not always interested.  Folks like theradiohead, garf, krib, kirk, etc. are here even during pre-taped shows. 

If everyone really wants to support Grant, the blog will now fall under his jurisdiction - show up, day after day.

Frankus
  1. 532 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

We better decide now what Thrones 2000, 2500, 3000, 3500, ... will be called. What is after Platinum?
MackenzieC
  1. 533 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

I may have just jumped up and punched the air with that iron throne. First one ever! Man I've missed hanging out here. I haven't really been able to much the last 4-5 years once I finished university.I remember I used to have the Radio 3 phone number in my speed dial for Trivia Tuesdays, except I was always listening in the U of M Arts Study Lounge and couldn't call in. Something about frowning upon people talking or some other ridiculous notion.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 534 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@Sless - I'm blaming the whisky (hic)
StephRamsahai
  1. 535 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

GUYS SLOW DOWN I'M HUNG OVER AND AT WORK AND CAN'T KEEP UP!!!!!
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 536 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

Good lord guys... I am doing 20 minutes of work in between checking the blog and we're ALREADY beyond 500. High fives all around.

Hey MikeV!

MikeV
  1. 537 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

ANSWER TO QUESTION: MARMALADE!


Oh sorry for a minute I was Breakfast Club flashbacks.

akurjata
  1. 538 posted by

akurjata on Mar 27, 2015

I used to hang out on here back in the days of the basement. Some years later, I'm a CBC'er myself... thanks in no small part part to my love of CBC Radio 3 and the great community around it. Even though I've fallen off the blog, I just wanted to say thanks to Grant, Lana, Vish, Craig, Pedro, and all of you for so many great years and inspiration. I hope the spirit of R3 lives on.
flannel tom
  1. 539 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

523 - Exactly... life is not over, the plug is not pulled and there are still people with creative talent who are working there. It's a bit of a format change but it's not the end of the world. I have enjoyed Grant's live show over the past couple years while I worked a desk jockey job, he entertained me usually. 

He's kind of like the Don Cherry of Canadian music - you either love him or hate him.

EricR
  1. 540 posted by

EricR on Mar 27, 2015

Kid C [#0520] - Four Horsemen: Craig, Vish, Pedro and Graham?
Shonica
  1. 541 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Steph, How was the show last night?
OpalJagger
  1. 542 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

NLL, will there even be anything to the Iron Throne since no one will be around to take requests?
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 543 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

#485   = ---->    R3BELS
ggnewton
  1. 544 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

@GarfieldUK - If there's any way you could playlist today like you did for Trivia the other day, I would be forever indebted.  Don't want to miss any of the hosting today, but with meetings etc it will be hard.
EricR
  1. 545 posted by

EricR on Mar 27, 2015

@MikeV [#537] - I believe the answer you're looking for is "REO Speedwagon".
stevierayk
  1. 546 posted by

stevierayk on Mar 27, 2015

I will have some of the whiskey, and maybe a little bit of that Marmalade.

thanks.

MikeV
  1. 547 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

@kn0ttyn3rb Hello! Stop working!
mj2k1
  1. 548 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@lounge act: yeah that's a good point. Trying to explain why having no live hosts suck to some people and they go "well.. I don't want to comment or call in anyway.  I have no idea if it's live. I don't really care.  He has good stories and good music, what difference does it make if it's pre-recorded by an hour or two minutes"

So basically the blog will stay the same, the music will stay the same, but call outs won't be live but probably the next day.

Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 549 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

(Incidentally, this blog is insane busy. Hope nobody wanted me, 'cause I just skipped over the last 125 postings.)
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 550 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

@akurjata #538 high five. you were one of the first Radio 3 bloggers I remember interacting with.
kidcauley
  1. 551 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

rare earth element thrones!


Lanthanum (La)

 Cerium (Ce)

 Praseodymium (Pr)

 Neodymium (Nd)

 Samarium (Sm)

EricR
  1. 552 posted by

EricR on Mar 27, 2015

@Frankus [#0532] - 2000 will be "Diamond" if we're doing the record sales numbers thingy.  Beyond that... um, the Dark Side of the Moon Throne?  The Woman In Me Throne?  The Thriller Throne?
balls
  1. 553 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

Steph, I feel your pain. Scotching a little too hard for a Thursday. Thankfully, I'm off at Noon.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 554 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Science for the win!
westcrunch
  1. 555 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

@Steph: Oh man, it's insane. I write one email and come back to, like, 40 posts.
Ballack13
  1. 556 posted by

Ballack13 on Mar 27, 2015

@flannel tom, WHAT? Who doesn't love Grant? 
deiru
  1. 557 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

Now the real question is will we hit 1000 before Grant gets here

@mj2k1 I am use to hearing the same argument about lady engineers vs dude engineers.... and there it's the same, there are more dudes who are interested in engineering so therefore there are more male engineers. It's not a sexism thing it a numbers thing.

MikeV
  1. 558 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

@EricR REO Speedwagon was always the answer and the question, yes.


kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 559 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

@MikeV NEVER! ... :(
kidcauley
  1. 560 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

@EricR - I feel that is appropriate! and I feel they would accept their roles willingly
garfielduk
  1. 561 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@MackenzieC #500, Contrats, If you say what you want to hear we might be able to get Grant to open with it (probably not, but it's worth a try right?)
carlyg
  1. 562 posted by

carlyg on Mar 27, 2015

BONJOUR!
Wapuche
  1. 563 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

I'm allowed to feel how I feel. You're allowed to feel what you feel. What I don't need is someone telling me how I should be feeling, and I have no interest in telling someone else how to feel. 
flannel tom
  1. 564 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

@ballack - my girlfriend finds his voice annoying. BA Johnston doesn't like him. There are people. 
westcrunch
  1. 565 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

Also, ive got to move to the CBC music app. This internet feed is killing me


lounge_act
  1. 566 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

@mj2k1: I don't think there will be call-outs at all.  But, like you said, everything else will remain the same. 
mj2k1
  1. 567 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@deiru: I was exactly thinking of engineering and specifically this:

http://www.memes.com/img/9330

Wapuche
  1. 568 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

I spend most of my day talking about structural oppression, so I'm gong to take a break from it this morning. 
kidcauley
  1. 569 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

I totally missed Westcrunch's shout out earlier! Hey girl! I miss you <3
OpalJagger
  1. 570 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

@westcrunch did you try the WMP link that was posted? I'm using it now and it works perfectly!
garfielduk
  1. 571 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@ggnewton #544, If you are on facebook or twitter message me, I might be able to help

You can find my links in my profile

cathyort
  1. 572 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

Checking in. Hugs.

And...

WAPUCHE!!!!!!!!!

OpalJagger
  1. 573 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

@westcrunch my work browser is weird and won't let me post certain copied content, but it's NVP's post above
flannel tom
  1. 574 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

My most recent discovery, courtesy of R3 is DREGS, a two piece out of my old stomping grounds of halifax. I heard them yesterday and have been wanting more ever since. Luckily for me, there's this. 
mj2k1
  1. 575 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

Grant's last song will be The Evaporators - I Don't Need My Friends
Wapuche
  1. 576 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

YORT!!!
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 577 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

I hear ya, Wapuche
Cicero
  1. 578 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

Hey Y'all! Sorry I'm late, what's shaking?
Wapuche
  1. 579 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

I love you, Brendah.
Sless
  1. 580 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

OhMyGoodness I am getting very little actual work done! 
flannel tom
  1. 581 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

I feel structurally oppressed. My house is a dump. 
Frankus
  1. 582 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

It is getting too noisy in here. It is like a giant party where everyone is all talking really loudly. Crazy fun and exhausting.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 583 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Hello Cicero!  The whole joint is shaking.  Iron Throne before Grant's on air...
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 584 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

Shh, not now Wapuche.
MikeV
  1. 585 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

@Wapuche Damn it can't you just stuff your feelings in like the rest of us?!
nvp
  1. 586 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


well, i don't want to run up the score but ..

http://6733.live.streamtheworld.com/CBC_R3_WEB_SC

(and turn OFF the stuttery web player)



westcrunch
  1. 587 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

@OpalJagger thanks man

@kid Miss you too girl! You adventures (that i stalk on instagram) are looking epic these days :)

Wapuche
  1. 588 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

Oops, sorry. I didn't mean to cause scene.
erinev
  1. 589 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

how am i supposed to pack up my entire apartment today?!
OpalJagger
  1. 590 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

Is this like a wake or a funeral? I've never been to a wake, but maybe it's a wake? Where everyone who loves (loved?) you shows up to celebrate all that you were? That's the blog today (and for the last couple weeks), right??
mj2k1
  1. 591 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@lounge: so if we don't want shout outs nothing really changes...

Personally, I kinda like when Grant is on the blog more anyway. I also like when artists call in (not necessarily live). Hopefully both of these things can happen more. It might actually make for a better listening experience for the show.

I know when I tune into sirius on my car I'd rather hear music or a story than shout outs, if I had the choice.

MackenzieC
  1. 592 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

@Garf... what on earth does one pick for the final iron throne? Oh the pressure!
krib
  1. 593 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

Matty, 

I don't think that's how it's going to work. Grant and Lana won't be pre-recording a regular show; they will be taping little segments that get played in between. No "and that was the flying do-do balls with their song..."


kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 594 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

Express your emotions when it's convenient and acceptable for the rest of us 
tiffyleeson
  1. 595 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

haha I left for like 15 minutes and there are like 150 new posts. 


I am also a #R3REBEL

Steve Venegas
  1. 596 posted by

Steve Venegas on Mar 27, 2015

2011: Steve V starts working at Radio 3

2015: Steve V stops working at Radio 3

cathyort
  1. 597 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

What an emotionally bipolar day. So nice to see so many names here, so sad for the reason.

It dawned on me the other day that one of my favourite parts of R3 will also be going away: the between show (mostly) instrumental music. For the past few years, often the most interesting stuff R3 was playing.

krib
  1. 598 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

geez, guys.

last iron throne ever, and you sully it with "throne?" posts?!

let's try to have some class when we hit 1,000, and 1,500, and 2,000... :P

Frankus
  1. 599 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

Not a funeral - a celebration.
cathyort
  1. 600 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

Awwww, Steve...
prosonik
  1. 601 posted by

prosonik on Mar 27, 2015

Listening to Alvvays again reminds how much R3 has done for the Canadian music scene. I know the pencil pushers don't give a crap and I respect the process of cutbacks. But huh. Rewind for 15 years and have a look at how many great bands have come from Canada. I truly believe without R3 leading the way, bands like Arcade Fire, BSS, New Poronographers, Tegan & Sara and so many more would of never seen the level of success that they have enjoyed. R3 has pushed local radio across this country to embrace indie. Would the Peak in Vancouver be nearly as popular without "Robots?" Would Indie88 exist? 

I'm hopeful for Monday and what the future brings. But without live hosts, I fear R3 will fall into the noise of all the other streaming services.

No Longer Lurking
  1. 602 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

krib - I have no class.
MikeV
  1. 603 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

I once had a feeling. Three hours later I didn't have that feeling. Since then I switched to a new long distance supplier.
nvp
  1. 604 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


Steve V !

sorry to see you leave Radio3 .. but did they hook you up with a decent gig?

Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 605 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

#598    eh!
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 606 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

OH! it's great that the timeline talked about all the great people and work behind the scenes. The hosts are great and the people we usually get to meet, but here's to all the producers and folks who kept the ship running.
  • clink*

(like Steve V)

Cicero
  1. 607 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@NLL - Holy shit! Look at this place! It's like a hit-list of the best and brightest! EVERYONE I'VE MISSED IS ON HERE?! How've you been by the way, friend?

@FlannelTom - My house needs an overhaul too...This week has been a total wash for cooking and cleaning and prepping meals...such a disaster. One day, I'll be a grown up and be able to handle my own life, right?

garfielduk
  1. 608 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@MackenzieC #592, I have no idea, but if it makes you feel any better you won't be the las throne request today.  Just pick a couple of songs you really love (it wouldn't hurt to have a backup)
westcrunch
  1. 609 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

@Steve V :( :( :( :(
mj2k1
  1. 610 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

Taped segments, pre-recorded show... I think that's about the same.

That's how I think just about every station on sirius does it. A few like Shade 45 or Howard Stern have live hosts for their morning shows but the rest are all just repeats of what they've done in the studio. To be honest unless you listen a lot you don't even notice if it's the same segment twice.

I guess the other plus thing about this while I'm rambling is that you can do a 45 minute interview with an artist and play that through the course of the day or the week and it makes for really good segues.

Obviously it's better if it's live in studio but that must be really really hard to organize

KristaMark
  1. 611 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

Holy S*#&!  over 600 comments!  
Cicero
  1. 612 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@Wapuche - Yeah dude, shut those feelings down! We ARE A COLD PEOPLE, HERE.
lounge_act
  1. 613 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

I've got a feeling they're going to go on a segment spree during the CBC Music Festival.  I'd expect a ton of new stuff from those artists.
deiru
  1. 614 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

@mj2k1 The mechanical engineering club made this video while I was in school.... Mech Eng's guide to dating

Feel free to skip to the end for the great punch line


also are you in my head right now?

Steve Venegas
  1. 615 posted by

Steve Venegas on Mar 27, 2015

#604 they're kicking me upstairs to TV news. Turns out I have a degree in Journalism. 
kidcauley
  1. 616 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

@westcrunch: I do lots of normal non-outdoors things too...I just forget to instagram them...


I am going skiing here this weekend: http://www.outsideonline.com/photo-galleries/outdoor-adventure/skiing-and-snowboarding/The-83-Year-Old-Who-Operates-a-Ski-Hill-By-Himself.html

MackenzieC
  1. 617 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Hey Grant, if an Iron Throne before you get here counts, can you play Plants and Animals - Good Friend? To the best of my recollection, I think that was the first R3 meet up show I went to with drock.If not... how about Luke Doucet - Long Haul Driver because it's full of Winnipeg references and is likely the first "R3" influenced album I bought.Or... Chromeo - Fancy Footwork because it always serves as a reminder that sometimes you need the radio to introduce you to new music repeatedly before you learn to love it.
tiffyleeson
  1. 618 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

WHO'S ALL GOING TO THE CBC MUSIC FESTIVAL MAY 23?!  
No Longer Lurking
  1. 619 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@Cicero #607 - I'm barely holding it together...SmallieBigs posted something on one of my FB posts and then there was an influx of dust, or something, in my apartment.  How are you?!


MikeV
  1. 620 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

@Steve Venegas Well at least this means you can wear a trenchcoat and a fedora to work?
nvp
  1. 621 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


[615] TV News eh? bummer. well, keep your chin up, and an eye on the postings for something that allows for blogging about Simpsons stuff and picking cool music.


(.. also CONTRATS!! , right?)

alsace lorraine
  1. 622 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

Good morning everyone!

Long time to see. Work has been so crazy that I haven't had time for blogging in forever, but today is a special day, so I thought I'd log on (also my boss is not here today).

deiru
  1. 623 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

Now this is a song I would sing to R3
garfielduk
  1. 624 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Mr. V. #615,  Whod of thunk it!?
Sless
  1. 625 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

@MackenzieC

That is a very well thought out Throne request.

Fantastic requests! Best of the last!

Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 626 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

mattyjames, #610, well, I know that I and others here have already noticed the repetitions.

I mean, after hearing it twice, how many times can one stand having to live through a given story?

MackenzieC
  1. 627 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks Sless
Funhog
  1. 628 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

Good morning!
flannel tom
  1. 629 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

I just read that VICE is starting a daily news show on HBO, coming soon. Exciting news (if you have HBO)
Wapuche
  1. 630 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@alsace- I haven't seen you since the Boat Party. How are you?
StephRamsahai
  1. 631 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

One thing I could look at negatively that's related to R3 is that whole Calgary thing that happened... BUT! It was actually awesome because I became really good (I think...) friends with Switters! He's great and I don't think we'd be close friends if I didn't spend a couple months in Calgary. So thanks, leftandleaving, for convincing me to move out there!
fictionjunkie
  1. 632 posted by

fictionjunkie on Mar 27, 2015

Good morning

Wanted to check in today but there's no way i can keep up with this blog and get any work done so I'm going to be in and out.

Steve V - good luck with the tv gig, that's pretty great!

No Longer Lurking
  1. 633 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

PSTNYC has put together a Flickr album with CBC R3 memories (if you're interested)
Cicero
  1. 634 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@Steve V - Owow, TV news?! Are you going to be a host? do I actually have to start watching CBC news now??

@NLL - That SMallie. He's the reason why we can't have nice things. What's got you so out of sorts?? I'm good - busy busy as per usual these days - I'm still volunteering witht he foundation, work is a mire of ALL OF THE THINGS, and PST is reading my unfinished novel manuscript, so life is very full. And occaisionally terrifying. Mostly the whole a literary agent has my novel thing....

cathyort
  1. 635 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

Not sure if requests are getting read or collected anywhere, so I'm just going to float these:

This Is It by the Wheat Pool, which reduces me to mush anytime. Anything by The Wheat Pool really. #heyjon played Evergreen for the first song at his wedding!

Scott's House by Caledonia. One of my all-time early listening favourites.

Sweet Things by Danny Micehl. The very first song I added to my playlist, on the PRE-basement!

kidcauley
  1. 636 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

I should likely go eat my lunch now, so I can listen during Grant's show uninterrupted...by my stomach
Frankus
  1. 637 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

Is there a CBCR3 FB page other than the official one? Where do people talk about meet-ups at shows and the Festival May 23, etc.?
nvp
  1. 638 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


maybe repeated stories isn't the best way to contrast to Grant's hosting ..


alsace lorraine
  1. 639 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@Steph. It was nice having you in Calgary for that little time, even though we didn't get to hang out too much.
OpalJagger
  1. 640 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

@cathyort, I would totally second that "This Is It" request! Right in the feels, every time...
krib
  1. 641 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

ALSACE LORRAINE IS BACK!!!!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 642 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@Cicero - Novel?  Wow!  What's the synopsis?
lounge_act
  1. 643 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

@nvp: Repeated stories wouldn't be a contrast at all.  BA-BOOM!
nvp
  1. 644 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


they should preface all the segments with the "stop me if you've heard this clip .."

StephRamsahai
  1. 645 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

@alsace lorraine (and Cicero!) - Yes! You guys too! I didn't you two too often but I did see you and that's all that matters!
JonDixon
  1. 646 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

Jesus Christ - 643 comments already?  This is going to be a lost cause to try to keep up with.
hotpatch
  1. 647 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

hello Alsace Lorraine, it's been a long time, welcome back 
cathyort
  1. 648 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@OpalJagger, for me, one of those songs that perfectly sums up a very emotional upheaval (in a mostly good way) time in my life. Thus, the mush.
alsace lorraine
  1. 649 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@Wapuche. It has been a while, huh? I have been good. As I work in Alberta's oil industry, now isn't really the best time, but so far I am hanging in here.

It was really great to get to know you better on Boat Party. I am sad I haven't been able to get back to NxNE (too expensive), but I will do it again and hopefully I'll be able to see you next time.

How are you?

westcrunch
  1. 650 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

TODAY IS TURNING OUT TO BE A BEAUTIFUL REUNION
nvp
  1. 651 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


i think they sent me Darbar's old computer.

flannel tom
  1. 652 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

The transition to pre-recorded segments and produced featurettes doesn't mean the end of listener interaction, either. Who's to say they won't open up to listener suggestions and call in's, etc, the only difference is it won't be happening "live". But tweet away and reach out, they can potentially package those into new segments. Creativity is key here and I think that with the right people, the station can remain very good. If not better. Fingers crossed.
alsace lorraine
  1. 653 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@Krib & Hotpatch. Been a while, hey?
garfielduk
  1. 654 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Frankus #637,  I just added you to the NxNE and Picnic groups
Sless
  1. 655 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

I hope the suits at CBC are seeing this blog comment-nado and see that they're lopping off a small but vital part of its success.

Live hosting is the glue the keeps the community sticking together!

  1. CBCFOR3VER
jdurley
  1. 656 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

Shit, how am I supposed to catch up 650 comments? 
sbarbara
  1. 657 posted by

sbarbara on Mar 27, 2015

the blog is so crazy (crazier than usual, i hardly comment because i cannot work and follow it). 

but i love the LOVE!

flannel tom
  1. 658 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

I'm listening to Dregs until Grant's show starts. This album rocks. 
fictionjunkie
  1. 659 posted by

fictionjunkie on Mar 27, 2015

@Cicero - DID YOU FINISH THE NOVEL???? I'm still hanging over here!
JonDixon
  1. 660 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

Oh, I heard Amelia Curran doing one of those little "segments" that are supposed to be what we want to hear instead of live hosts.  Except it was on Sonica.  Sooo...is Sonica the new R3 and R3 is CBC Radio EDM?
OpalJagger
  1. 661 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

I'm going to grab lunch and eat it at my desk so that I don't miss anything over these next few hours.
alsace lorraine
  1. 662 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@Cicero. What is up?
Cicero
  1. 663 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@Asace - Hey Lady! I've missed you around these parts! And also in life! We need to get together soon!

@Steph - You were a joy to have in Calgary, and it was so good to meet you and hang out, even if it wasn't much!

Steve Venegas
  1. 664 posted by

Steve Venegas on Mar 27, 2015

I'll be a producer for TV news. No hosting... yet
MikeV
  1. 665 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

Oh damn it to hell! Butterscotch just gored Oppsy Daisy!


Sorry I just flashbacked to when I was a yak groomer.


StephRamsahai
  1. 666 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

@flannel tom - Please go listen to The Isotopes if you haven't already. They're so wonderful. Their show last night was awesome. Do it.
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 667 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

jdurley: PRINT THEM ALL OUT (hah!) and read them tonight, in bed.
OpalJagger
  1. 668 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

@JonDixon hahaha "CBC Radio EDM" cracked me up...sadly a lot of the stuff on Sonica is exactly what R3 used to play, yeah.
Shonica
  1. 669 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Garf, # 654 Is my son, chrispyprotools on that FB group? It would help me, because I am not on FB.
evensteven
  1. 670 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks Louise!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
sbarbara
  1. 671 posted by

sbarbara on Mar 27, 2015

<3 Louise <3
alsace lorraine
  1. 672 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@Cicero, we do need to get together soon! It has been too long (btw I just got a free pizza coupon from Nicastros in the mail, so maybe that's a sign??)
erinev
  1. 673 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

THANK YOU LOUISE!
PhilipST
  1. 674 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

@JD, gotta save the link and re-read it later!

To honor Radio 3 I made a Flickr album with 200 images from my past six years of immersion in this wonderful community.

westcrunch
  1. 675 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

THANK YOU LOUISE!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 676 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

HUGS LOUISE!
MrFussyfont
  1. 677 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

@tiffyleeson #618, I really want to go the CBC Music Festival. Is anyone else here going?
Sless
  1. 678 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

Goodbye Louise!

You will be missed!

hotpatch
  1. 679 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

alsace, yes, but good to see you again!
krib
  1. 680 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

'bye Louise! hope to catch you live some day when you pass through Toontown
Shonica
  1. 681 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Thank you Louise!
flannel tom
  1. 682 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

yeah, i hate edm. 

not edmonton, electronic dance music.

unless it's sandstorm or c+c music factory. Or Party rock. I don't know, maybe I do love dance music?

MPCurley
  1. 683 posted by

MPCurley on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks Louise!  You've been a great host!
Wapuche
  1. 684 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks, Louise! It's been an honor to listen!
chrisjm
  1. 685 posted by

chrisjm on Mar 27, 2015

Louise you're awesome! Thank you!
krib
  1. 686 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

I really do love this Frolics' tune
kirkofdoom
  1. 687 posted by

kirkofdoom on Mar 27, 2015

Hey, tuned in just in time for Louise's'es last break.

Thanks Louise, I'll see you on the 18th (even if you don't see me)


... wait, that sounded creepy, I mean I'll be at the Kathryn Calder show!

S
  1. 688 posted by

S on Mar 27, 2015

Louise you were a great host! Sorry you are being ignominiously let go. Good luck in the future!
JonDixon
  1. 689 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

Take'r easy Louise!  Thanks for keeping us company
kirkofdoom
  1. 690 posted by

kirkofdoom on Mar 27, 2015

Also, who wants to give me a TL:DR of the last 686 posts?
flannel tom
  1. 691 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

@steph - I have heard some of them! Will explore later! Glad you rocked out with your ____ out! Baseball punk rock!
garfielduk
  1. 692 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Shonica #669, I'm not sure
lounge_act
  1. 693 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

I'll be at the CBC Music Festival.  TheIceMan too.
alsace lorraine
  1. 694 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@Hotpatch, I really do miss hanging out with you guys, but my work has been crazy and now is really not the time to slack off. I try to keep up with people on Facebook, but I don't think I have you on facebook (connecting people names to blog names is hard, ha ha ha)
Ballack13
  1. 695 posted by

Ballack13 on Mar 27, 2015

Louise come to Phoenix! It doesn't have too be goodbye. Sad to not hear you online anymore but will definitely check you out on tour
deiru
  1. 696 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

@steveV so you went from R3 to R1 (for like a week) and now CBC TV. So turbulent times

@JD yep..... I believe just posting "Woooooooo!!!!!!!!"'s will be acceptable for today

darbarspecial
  1. 697 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

@nvp #643 & #644 - Well done! ;-)
garfielduk
  1. 698 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Shonica #669, Yes he is,
hotpatch
  1. 699 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

Goodbye Louise, hopefully we'll hear more of your music on R# in future...so good


fictionjunkie
  1. 700 posted by

fictionjunkie on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks Louise!

Yay for more music from you :)

Grant Lawrence
  1. 701 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

WHY... HELLO BLOG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Frankus
  1. 702 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

#654- Garf, thanks for the invite to the FB group. I will do my best to make the events.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 703 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

HELLO GRANT LAWRENCE!
societyfinch
  1. 704 posted by

societyfinch on Mar 27, 2015

Good-bye Louise, it's been a pleasure listening to your sweet hosting skills.

Best of luck!!!

tiffyleeson
  1. 705 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

@StephRamsahai - I was at that show last night!! 
ggnewton
  1. 706 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

Cheers and best of luck, Louise!  Enjoyed listening to you tremendously.
alsace lorraine
  1. 707 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

HELLO GRANT!
Wapuche
  1. 708 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@alsace- I've been alright. Looking at a career change right now, so things could either turn out quite well or rather disastrously. I haven't been able to make it back to NXNE since 2012 either. I'm hoping to land a new job so that I can go this year (I mean, not JUST so I can go), but we seem to travel in the same circle of international jet-setters and music/comedy fans. We'll always have Coco Cay.
lounge_act
  1. 709 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

HhhhheeeEEEEEEEeeeeeLLLLLLLllllllOOOOOoooo! Grant!
Grant Lawrence
  1. 710 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

Thank you to the awesome, smooth, and ultra-cool LOUISE BURNS FROM CRANBROOK BC!!!!!!!!!!!
cathyort
  1. 711 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

GRANT'S BACK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
darbarspecial
  1. 712 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

HELLO GRANT!
Cicero
  1. 713 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@Fictionjunkie - I didn't finish it - in fact, I've barely touched it since december - life has been so busy that I haven't had a ton of time with it - also I was blocked for a bit and couldn't figure out what was wrong with a scene, but I've discovered it now and I'm going to go back and rewrite it, and then, hopefully, I'll be moving along again! - you can always check the doc to see what's new :-D

@NLL - Oh god, I had a synopsis all written out for it too - because off the cuff is hard... It's a YA novel set on the boundary between this world and the otherworld, so things bleed between the edges...I'll see if I can dig up what I had previously written...

Grant Lawrence
  1. 714 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

Whoa whoa whoa whoa... 700 comments?!? But... what... huh?!?! The Throne... 
CDNz1
  1. 715 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

HELLOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO GRANT!!!
Frankus
  1. 716 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Grant. We are having a bit of a party here without you. Glad you could make it. Now let's really get this party started! WOOOHOOO!!!
flannel tom
  1. 717 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

HI GRANT, ARE YOU READY TO ROCK?
mcfflyer
  1. 718 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

And I thought my desk at work was kinda messy.  Doesn't compare with mine at home!
markgage
  1. 719 posted by

markgage on Mar 27, 2015

Grant!!!!  
Cicero
  1. 720 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015 Bye Louise!! We'll miss you dearly!

mikeroy9
  1. 721 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant The Iron Throne was won by MackenzieC! I'll try to track down his request post.
tiffyleeson
  1. 722 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

@mrfussy - I want to go!!  So, let's get a group of ppl together
Grant Lawrence
  1. 723 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

MacKenzieC is in the LAST IRON THRONE EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (comment #500) What do you want to hear?!??!?!
marie_curious
  1. 724 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

Oh my god people! I just spent 5 minutes scrolling to find the bloody comment box!
StephRamsahai
  1. 725 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

@tiffyleeson I heard! CMac posted something on my facebook about that. Too bad I didn't run into you! I was hammed... all by myself. Hahaha! 
Grant Lawrence
  1. 726 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

@mikeroy9 and while you're at it also track down HER request eh? ;)
krib
  1. 727 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

so, what old-timers haven't checked in this week?

absotively?

justin beach?

captain awesomepants

oh...oh...what was his name...started with a z...


CDNz1
  1. 728 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Wheat Pool - This Is It will be the last song played.
westcrunch
  1. 729 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

HI GRANT! LETS ROCK THIS!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 730 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@m_c - Scroll faster!
garfielduk
  1. 731 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant, I tweeted you the throne requests
jdurley
  1. 732 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

The TARDIS song!
Shonica
  1. 733 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Hello Grant!
mikeroy9
  1. 734 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

He did have this post earlier if he does not respond:
  1. 617

"Hey Grant, if an Iron Throne before you get here counts, can you play Plants and Animals - Good Friend? To the best of my recollection, I think that was the first R3 meet up show I went to with drock.If not... how about Luke Doucet - Long Haul Driver because it's full of Winnipeg references and is likely the first "R3" influenced album I bought.Or... Chromeo - Fancy Footwork because it always serves as a reminder that sometimes you need the radio to introduce you to new music repeatedly before you learn to love it."

hotpatch
  1. 735 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

alsace, 694, i understand, if you're trying to make an impression at work blogging isn't going to make the right one. i don't facebk, maybe one day i'll get on that crazy train but i'm putting it off as long as possible 
erinev
  1. 736 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

grant!!! let's party!!!
Shonica
  1. 737 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Krib, 

Doug the Canuck

flannel tom
  1. 738 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

@marie curious - are you on a mac? control+command+down arrow key takes you to the bottom of the page. 
sbarbara
  1. 739 posted by

sbarbara on Mar 27, 2015

wooooooo
westcrunch
  1. 740 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

Yeah, where is zamm-as-cus? :)
mikeroy9
  1. 741 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

@grant @mackenzieC whoops whoops my slip is showing :)
alsace lorraine
  1. 742 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@Wapuche. I hope the career change goes well. That is always scary.

I bought a place last year, so I have a lot less money for traveling these days. I will definitely see you again at some music/comedy thing sometime in the future.

canadajanes
  1. 743 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Wooo! I made it before Grant's intro! I was cutting it close!
krib
  1. 744 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

mikeroy,

MacC is a she

tiffyleeson
  1. 745 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

it's next to impossible to keep up with this blog and work at the same time today lol
cathyort
  1. 746 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

#728, add daa1982 and fumblebee to that list.
fictionjunkie
  1. 747 posted by

fictionjunkie on Mar 27, 2015

@Cicero - that's great (and dumb me I didn't even think to check the doc again - I downloaded it onto my ereader at the time to make it easier and didn't look again. I'll do that over the weekend)
StephRamsahai
  1. 748 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

THERE BETTER BE A BEER O'CLOCK TODAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

IT'S FRIDAY! IT'S THE LAST LIVE SHOW EVER! IT'S GOD DAMNED SPRING AND I'M STILL PUMPED FROM LAST NIGHT'S PUNK ROCK EXTRAVAGANZA!!!!!

THE ONLY THING LEFT IS TO BEER O'CLOCK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

kidcauley
  1. 749 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

JE SUIS UN HOMME RESPONSABLE!
Cicero
  1. 750 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

Hey GRANT!

@Alsace - Well that just sounds like the universe wants us to do it. You can't upset the universe. I'm in!

cathyort
  1. 751 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

Clicking through the R3 timeline... amazing.
MikeV
  1. 752 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

Hey what is everyone's feelings on basement appartments?


Sorry I had a flashback to that guy that used to talk about basement appartments all the time. Anyone else remember that guy?

deiru
  1. 753 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

Very heart felt goodbye from Louis, nope Alana, Talia, and Emma joins Lana in Toronto
WildWorks
  1. 754 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

OK, I'm back from T&T Supermarket. Made it back before Grant goes to air.
marie_curious
  1. 755 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

@FT: ... Mac? Sir you insult me.
Lana Gay
  1. 756 posted by

Lana Gay on Mar 27, 2015

Hi everybody! I have a box of tissues if anyone needs one...
alsace lorraine
  1. 757 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@Hotpatch, I also find that the blog can be kind of all-consuming. It is difficult to just go on a little bit, so I have to cut it out all together
mikeroy9
  1. 758 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

I see my mistake and apologize for it everyone! Typing vigorously away!
CDNz1
  1. 759 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

@Tiff - SCREW WORK!
Christine McAvoy
  1. 760 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

Holy crap you guys, I'm BARELY awake and we're at 746?

Stupid west coast time zone...


How is everyone today?

cathyort
  1. 761 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@kidcauley, tu es une femme TERRIFIC.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 762 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@MikeV #752 - Speak to Weeping Tile, they'll fill you in.
balls
  1. 763 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

It's just about that time.. The final live intro.. I swear, if my phone rings during it, I will not be happy!!
krib
  1. 764 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

Shon,

no, c'mon, people...what was his blog name? all I can think of is Zorg, but that's not right

cathyort
  1. 765 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

<3 Lana.
westcrunch
  1. 766 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

HI LANA! EVERYONE IS HERE
canadajanes
  1. 767 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Lana - I may just need some of those!
krib
  1. 768 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

balls, that's what voicemail is for
westcrunch
  1. 769 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

TODAY FEELS LIKE AN ALL-CAPS KINDA DAY
MrFussyfont
  1. 770 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

Where are loweeda, Russ Gordon, CMac...?
KristaMark
  1. 771 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

HI GRANT!!! HI LANA!!! 
flannel tom
  1. 772 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

@marie - that's what I am on. I'm a hip 21st century kinda guy don't cha know.
lounge_act
  1. 773 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Lana!  Your show with Tom Power yesterday was so good!
kidcauley
  1. 774 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

@yort - merci!
Grant Lawrence
  1. 775 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

My twitter is a mess today so it's best to either BOLD IT here or email me specific info I may have missed! Thanks!
Shonica
  1. 776 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Krib,

Also Zoot aloors (not the right spelling)

nvp
  1. 777 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


blog tips for today:

 the END key to get to the comment box.  HOME key to get to the top

ctrl-f to search for a comment number, blog name, etc ..

Cicero
  1. 778 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

Hiya Lana! If I get misty-eyed I'm blaming my cold!
cathyort
  1. 779 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

OLD MAN JANES!!!
Frankus
  1. 780 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

Yes Tiff, screw work. (Kids, leave me alone - go read a book or something). Steph is still drunk. HA!
Christine McAvoy
  1. 781 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

*I'm right here!*

I need to make tea, but I'm sure Grant's intro will wake me up a bit.

CDNz1
  1. 782 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

<-------------------------------- !!!
mcfflyer
  1. 783 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Darned good thing I took the day off today, as keeping up with this rocketing blog is a full time occupation!

And good morrrrrrrning, Grant!

garfielduk
  1. 784 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Tiffy, try this version of you blog image (just upload as is)
westcrunch
  1. 785 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

We're also missing radiohead
krib
  1. 786 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

Shon,

THANK YOU! that's who it was! He was a regular and then - poof! - gone

marie_curious
  1. 787 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

I'm on my android phone, so noneof this is helpful.
Babs46
  1. 788 posted by

Babs46 on Mar 27, 2015

Since I'm older than dirt, McFFlyer and Benoit I have a cardiologist on standby.  Good-byes are so hard at my advanced age.
WildWorks
  1. 789 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

I'll be recording on TuneIn, so I maybe posting on and off or napping in between Grant's final LIVE show. I haven't decided about recording Lana's final show on TuneIn. It's about 200 MB for a four hour show.
tiffyleeson
  1. 790 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

my blog feed isn't refreshing! I think today is too much for it to handle
nitz
  1. 791 posted by

nitz on Mar 27, 2015

JEBUS CRIPES! 800 already!


cathyort
  1. 792 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@alsace lorraine #757, definitely agree. It doesn't help that my cubicle is on the end where everyone walking by can see I'm on a blog instead of working.
mcfflyer
  1. 793 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Lana, terrific show yesterday, and your laugh always brought the sunshine.
MrFussyfont
  1. 794 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

RUSS!!!

I didn't know about your tattoo. You are one dedicated fan, the best ever, FAN OF THE DECADE!!!

hotpatch
  1. 795 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

BALLS IS BaaAAAACKKKKKKKKKKCKCKCKCK!!!!!BALLS IS BAC KKKKKK BaaAAAACKKKKKKKKKKCKCKCKCK!!!!!BALLS IS BaaAAAACKKKKKKKKKKCKCKCKCK!!!!!BALLS IS BaaAAAACKKKKKKKKKKCKCKCKCK!!!!!BALLS IS BaaAAAACKKKKKKKKKKCKCKCKCK!!!!!BALLS IS BaCK
flannel tom
  1. 796 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

I missed the end of roll up the rim this morning. I didn't know it ended and so I left with a disappointment coffee. 
Shonica
  1. 797 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Babs46, Glad you are prepared ; )
reginula
  1. 798 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

Oh, great, you posted 400 comments while I was on the bus. No problem.

(Thank cheesus I read you while I was there)9.

HIIIII GRAAAAAAANT

canadajanes
  1. 799 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Yeah, I'm not expecting to got a lot of work done in the next few hours. And I'm sure we'll all miss a lot of good posts...
MoniSki
  1. 800 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

HELLOOOOOO EVERYONE!!!
canadajanes
  1. 801 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

But I'm gawd-dammed glad that I could be here today. I've missed this and I'm going to miss it more in the future.
reginula
  1. 802 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

MY HEART IS NOT READY
cathyort
  1. 803 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@Babs, hey, we're overdue for that dinner date!
alsace lorraine
  1. 804 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@cathyort. Hey there, how are you? My computer faces the head boss's office, so it is tough to blog.
marie_curious
  1. 805 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

Going to break the blog so hard today. #OCCUPYTHEBLOG!!
flannel tom
  1. 806 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

not the best time to post this but if you are a fan of no nonsense riff rock and roll bookmark this and listen later

Dregs

so good

StephRamsahai
  1. 807 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

I actually might weep... in my cubical... while my coworkers look on with great confustion.
MrFussyfont
  1. 808 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

LANA, YOU'D BETTER BRING US THE SUN TODAY!!!
OpalJagger
  1. 809 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

Jeez Louise (Burns), I just got back from not even 5 mins of a run to get lunch, and took me just as long to catch up on the blog comments in that time.
deiru
  1. 810 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant ARE YOU GOING TO START WITH STRUMBELLAS END OF AN ERA?????
hotpatch
  1. 811 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

#OCCUPYTHEBLOG!!#OCCUPYTHEBLOG!!#OCCUPYTHEBLOG!!#OCCUPYTHEBLOG!!#OCCUPYTHEBLOG!!#OCCUPYTHEBLOG!!#OCCUPYTHEBLOG!!#OCCUPYTHEBLOG!!#OCCUPYTHEBLOG!!#OCCUPYTHEBLOG!!#OCCUPYTHEBLOG!!#OCCUPYTHEBLOG!!#OCCUPYTHEBLOG!!#OCCUPYTHEBLOG!!#OCCUPYTHEBLOG!!#OCCUPYTHEBLOG!!#OCCUPYTHEBLOG!!#OCCUPYTHEBLOG!!
krib
  1. 812 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

or install Mr FussyFont's Greasemonkey script. It works like a charm for navigating the blog
reginula
  1. 813 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

NO; GRANT NEEDS TO START WITH LEFT AND LEAVING
Babs46
  1. 814 posted by

Babs46 on Mar 27, 2015

@Yort indeed we are. Let's plan one soon.
balls
  1. 815 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

oh. my. gosh. hotpatch.

I am embarrassed.

Wapuche
  1. 816 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

After each song, I'm expecting the "Oh Hello." I'm shivering in antici......pation. 
No Longer Lurking
  1. 817 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Are you kidding @MrFussyfont, Lana *is* pure sunshine.
Grant Lawrence
  1. 818 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

... here we go ... one last time ... 
OpalJagger
  1. 819 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

Also, @nvp for blog mvp for the alternate stream and the blog navigation tips
PhilipST
  1. 820 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Grant's first post was #701!!
canadajanes
  1. 821 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Sterph - That's why I'm working from home today. Don't think my coworkers would understand my tears.
burgessjackie
  1. 822 posted by

burgessjackie on Mar 27, 2015

GOOD MORNING EVERYONE!!! Let's have a party!
deiru
  1. 823 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

#818 and my heart just broke
WildWorks
  1. 824 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

I can't seem to find some of the scanned Polaroid and Instax photos from my laptop and hard drive. They're posted on my Facebook and my blog.
lindsey.who
  1. 825 posted by

lindsey.who on Mar 27, 2015

IF ANYONE INTERRUPTS ME AT WORK RIGHT NOW I SWEAR I CANT EVEN DEAL
erinev
  1. 826 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

welp
MrFussyfont
  1. 827 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

@krib #812, except for the bugs. depending on which version you're using. see Garf's wiki for links...
WildWorks
  1. 828 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

@lindsey Just give them a punch. ;)
fresh ginger
  1. 829 posted by

fresh ginger on Mar 27, 2015

oh. my. heart.
Cicero
  1. 830 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@NLL - I FOUND IT! Here's the synopsis (though this may change in the future)


When Thomas Kent, angry and grieving, moved to the tiny New England town of Endicott Cove after the death of his parents, he intended to bide his time unnoticed, not stumble upon a gruesome mystery that connects him to the town he hates, and its dark history.

Something sinister lurks, waiting. When kids from his school start to go missing in the Old North Wood, only to return different – changed – he starts to suspect there's more happening than meets the eye. Bullies that used to pick on him don't any more. Friends become distant and aloof, and through it all, unrest is brewing in the town as a resources company tries to buy the nearby wood, which has a history of unexplained disappearances.

It's up to Thomas and the misfits he's fallen in with to figure out what secrets the Old North Wood holds, before it's too late.

CDNz1
  1. 831 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

@WES - Yeah, I had to do the tattoo...
MrFussyfont
  1. 832 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

@No Longer Lurking #817, I meant I want to hear that song. Or her old intro.
Babs46
  1. 833 posted by

Babs46 on Mar 27, 2015

Damn, I knew I shouldn't have taken that bloody water pill this morning.
Cicero
  1. 834 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

I'M NOT READY FOR THIS.
flannel tom
  1. 835 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

Remember:

life is not over, the plug is not pulled and there are still people with creative talent who are working at R3. It's a bit of a format change but it's not the end of the world.

kidcauley
  1. 836 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

WAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHH
CDNz1
  1. 837 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Eddie Lack.
tiffyleeson
  1. 838 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

BINGO BANGO BONGO!!
lindsey.who
  1. 839 posted by

lindsey.who on Mar 27, 2015

I DIDNT THINK I WAS GUNNA CRY
No Longer Lurking
  1. 840 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Here it comes....
alsace lorraine
  1. 841 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

Wow guys, it is super dusty in my office right now. So dusty it is making me tear up just a little.
flannel tom
  1. 842 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

a bloody water pill... I don't even know what that is but it sounds rancid. 
MrFussyfont
  1. 843 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

WOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
krib
  1. 844 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

How come Sunshine Dick didn't get mentioned in the timeline?
erinev
  1. 845 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

FT [835] +100 for staying positive amigo! yay!
deiru
  1. 846 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

(╯°□°)╯︵ ┻━┻ AHHHHHHH I CAN'T FUCKING HANDLE THIS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
MoniSki
  1. 847 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

WOOOOOHOOOOOOOOO
hotpatch
  1. 848 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

i might have to quit my job after the R3 changes, but will probably save my career, thanks CBC!
mcfflyer
  1. 849 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

My gosh, even I feel misty knowing I won't hear this any more.
canadajanes
  1. 850 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Tom - Staying grounded and good advice!
Wapuche
  1. 851 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

Grant needs an oxygen tank about right now.
westcrunch
  1. 852 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

You make a great point, Flannel Tom!
CDNz1
  1. 853 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Time this...
kirkofdoom
  1. 854 posted by

kirkofdoom on Mar 27, 2015

LOUD NOISES.
Frankus
  1. 855 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

Oh Cheesus! Big O!
krib
  1. 856 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

oh yeah!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 857 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Do not adjust your radio...
SamaraS
  1. 858 posted by

SamaraS on Mar 27, 2015

EPIC!!!!
MikeV
  1. 859 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

Well now everyone is deaf.


Thanks Grant!

astorrrmt
  1. 860 posted by

astorrrmt on Mar 27, 2015

HELLLOOOOOOOOOOO! 
westcrunch
  1. 861 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

Oh my god.

THOSE LUNGS

PhilipST
  1. 862 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

EPIC!
hotpatch
  1. 863 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH


societyfinch
  1. 864 posted by

societyfinch on Mar 27, 2015

I'm gonna cry.
astorrrmt
  1. 865 posted by

astorrrmt on Mar 27, 2015

I just found out about this bull crap yesterday. 
StephRamsahai
  1. 866 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

Omg. That was amazing.
erinev
  1. 867 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

oh man........ i'm a pathetic human being right now 
flannel tom
  1. 868 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

movin' on up after this eh
reginula
  1. 869 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

Raise your hand if you didn't want to cry, but you are crying

o/

KristaMark
  1. 870 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

AHHHH!!! Can't handle this!!!
jdurley
  1. 871 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

@lindsay.who re: crying; me neither, but there you go. 
luckymaloo
  1. 872 posted by

luckymaloo on Mar 27, 2015

best howl ever!!!
Christine McAvoy
  1. 873 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

Hey, That's the city I'M in! :)
Frankus
  1. 874 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

Vocal chords shot right off the bat. Good one!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 875 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@Regina - You and me both. Hugs.
deiru
  1. 876 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

@CMac We are still a go for cheering on Grant and The Flying Vees???
kidcauley
  1. 877 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

wait, who is Grant Lawrence?
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 878 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

Oh, my heart... 
himymothra
  1. 879 posted by

himymothra on Mar 27, 2015

wow busy day here already
balls
  1. 880 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

Someone deliver him some Fishermen's Friend
mixup
  1. 881 posted by

mixup on Mar 27, 2015

Helloooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo Everybody!

If Grant can keep his spirits up, I will too!

Kirk Avery
  1. 882 posted by

Kirk Avery on Mar 27, 2015

I knew it'd be big & long
fictionjunkie
  1. 883 posted by

fictionjunkie on Mar 27, 2015

days like today remind me of why the four minute + delay on my music stream is f** painful
canadajanes
  1. 884 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Astorrrrrrrr! Welcome back!
societyfinch
  1. 885 posted by

societyfinch on Mar 27, 2015

I'm so glad I sprained my ankle and am on admin leave so i can listen to this. Serendipity!
flannel tom
  1. 886 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

Chris Kelly, Kings University grad, got his start on CKDU, as far as I know. 
WildWorks
  1. 887 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Don't tell me Grant will play a [cough cough] Weakerthans song for me.
centropomus
  1. 888 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Holy crap. I go get a haircut and come back to almost 900 comments. I'm not even going to try to go back and read.
markgage
  1. 889 posted by

markgage on Mar 27, 2015

It's beer o'clock in our office.  Old Abe, KristaMark, and I are all here.
CDNz1
  1. 890 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

HI-OOO!
Ballack13
  1. 891 posted by

Ballack13 on Mar 27, 2015

RIP #bingobangobongo
garfielduk
  1. 892 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Reg #869, not yet but give me a few minutes
Old Abe
  1. 893 posted by

Old Abe on Mar 27, 2015

I'm feeling all the feelings.
Cicero
  1. 894 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@Reggie and @Jdurls - Hand raised. *sniff sniff*
Steve Venegas
  1. 895 posted by

Steve Venegas on Mar 27, 2015

My 2 weeks with On The Coast/R1 was training for TV News
mj2k1
  1. 896 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

I think Grant should do karaoke versions of every song instead of actually playing them
astorrrmt
  1. 897 posted by

astorrrmt on Mar 27, 2015

@canadajanes hello friend! how are you and the mrs?
deiru
  1. 898 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

#896 YES THIS DO THIS!!
Frankus
  1. 899 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

o/
alsace lorraine
  1. 900 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@mj2k1. And every song needs to be punctuated with a lot of WOOOOOs
marie_curious
  1. 901 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

so pissed that my feed cut out at 11:59
MrFussyfont
  1. 902 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

@mj2k1 #896, that would be painful!
centropomus
  1. 903 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Live Grant is always going to be better than RoboGrant.
akurjata
  1. 904 posted by

akurjata on Mar 27, 2015

That was amazing. 
WildWorks
  1. 905 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

I posted a Twitter Video to Grant and the final ohhhhhhhhhhhhh hello. :) Here's the LINK
No Longer Lurking
  1. 906 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@mj2k1 - Grant karaoke creeping over the top of Mo Kenny's "If I Had Another Lover" - Comedy gold.
Cicero
  1. 907 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

mj2k1 - I would vote for a segment of that.
tea&cartography
  1. 908 posted by

tea&cartography on Mar 27, 2015

hi blog.

Can only be here for a couple of seconds.

You are all lovely, and so is the music and hosting.

The aforementioned 3 things have gotten me through many a work day.

The live hosting will be missed, but the music will continue to bring us all together.

(that was fucking cheesy, but I meant it)

-love T&C

Christine McAvoy
  1. 909 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

@Matty omg, i think that might get old fast...maybe just a set! haha.
MackenzieC
  1. 910 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Iron Throne

I posted this earlier Grant, but in case you didn't see it:


Hey Grant, if an Iron Throne before you get here counts, can you play Plants and Animals - Good Friend? To the best of my recollection, I think that was the first R3 meet up show I went to with drock.


If not... how about Luke Doucet - Long Haul Driver because it's full of Winnipeg references and is likely the first "R3" influenced album I bought.


Or... Chromeo - Fancy Footwork because it always serves as a reminder that sometimes you need the radio to introduce you to new music repeatedly before you learn to love it.


Or if none of those, anything by new Winnipeg band Greek Riots because we're supposed to be breaking new sound around here. :)

hotpatch
  1. 911 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

DANG astorrrmt,

ASTORRRMT's BBBBBBBBBBAAAAAAAAAAAAAAACCCCCC CCCCCCKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKK!!!!!!!!!!

flannel tom
  1. 912 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

Future of R3:

I think everyone should take their shirts off.

MikeV
  1. 913 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

I have some news too. As of Monday I will be a citizen of the great and powerful Austro-Hungarian Empire. Long live the empire!!!


Sorry I haad just had a flashback to that time I thought I was the reincarnation of Franz Ferdinand.

OpalJagger
  1. 914 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

YESSSSSS SUCH A GOOD OPENING CHOICE
mj2k1
  1. 915 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant: the future will be fine.  Maybe since you won't be live you can autotune your HELLOOOOOOOs and CRANK ITS
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 916 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

ALRIGHT ANYONE GUESS THE NEW PORNOS?
canadajanes
  1. 917 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Astorrrmt - We're great! Loving our new life in Denver! Hope things are well with you as well!
deiru
  1. 918 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

Oh starting with it, bold choice 
Babs46
  1. 919 posted by

Babs46 on Mar 27, 2015

@Flannel Tom it means all the moisture will be leaving via someplace other than my eyes.
lounge_act
  1. 920 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

Leading off with Letter...

Garf: Change my vote to... what's leading by the Weakerthans?

mj2k1
  1. 921 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@tom: TARPS OFF
MoniSki
  1. 922 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

GREAT START TO THE SHOW!!! Cranking it up in my apartment! This is so depressing!!! 
flannel tom
  1. 923 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

MikeV, 913 - Happens to the best of us, bud. 
Frankus
  1. 924 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

Well, the bookend was at the beginning. It will be a new one I tells ya.
OpalJagger
  1. 925 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

You can't be sad with this playing as the first song. Sadness will be for the last song.
Cicero
  1. 926 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@Teaand sea - <3 <3 Cheese is good and so are you.
tiffyleeson
  1. 927 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

WHOOO!!!  I LOVE THE NEW PORNOGRAPHERS!!!
mj2k1
  1. 928 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

I bet Grant finishes with this song too.  3 times in a row.  Talking over it the whole time.  Like a good live host should.
BWill
  1. 929 posted by

BWill on Mar 27, 2015

Holy shit! We went from 639 to 922 in like 5 minutes! You beasts!
erinev
  1. 930 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

I NAILED IT AT COMMENT 528 ;)
Chopz87
  1. 931 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

Someone count the wooooos
mikeroy9
  1. 932 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

@MackenzieC I posted it again to Grant for you! (Also accidentally referred to you as "he," so I will apologize yet again, but I am new to the blog!!!)
canadajanes
  1. 933 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

<----------- Best R3 photo I could find in my previous profile pictures. Garjoh!!!
slackhopper
  1. 934 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

To honour International Whiskey Day, how about Paul Reddick's 'Whiskey is the Life of a Man'. And a toast to you, Grant!
mcfflyer
  1. 935 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Speakers tuned up to max.
Funhog
  1. 936 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

Man I love Neko Case.
alsace lorraine
  1. 937 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@T&C. Nicely put.
Grant Lawrence
  1. 938 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

WHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
jdurley
  1. 939 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

I've created a playlist called "Ultimate shows" and I will be adding the songs played today (at least the ones that are play-listable).
hotpatch
  1. 940 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

Dang

t&c hello, don't leave so soon!


westcrunch
  1. 941 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

The blog is sticking around, CBC Radio 3 is sticking around, but DAMN, I'm going to miss those mid-song "WOOOOOOS"
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 942 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
societyfinch
  1. 943 posted by

societyfinch on Mar 27, 2015

RADIO 3 FOREVER!!!!
astorrrmt
  1. 944 posted by

astorrrmt on Mar 27, 2015

Ive already booked my flight for NXNE so I had better see some of your beautiful faces soon!!
flannel tom
  1. 945 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

Remember the Occupy movement? Did they ever get what they wanted?
No Longer Lurking
  1. 946 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

I am now struggling to read posts, for they cometh too quickly.
kathyjean
  1. 947 posted by

kathyjean on Mar 27, 2015

Tears are flowing over here, dammit!
krib
  1. 948 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

figures...sitting here and when Grant's intro comes on, someone walks into my office with a question
societyfinch
  1. 949 posted by

societyfinch on Mar 27, 2015

@945 Nope.
PhilipST
  1. 950 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

I love the buzzing rhythm guitar on the New Pornos' Letter from an Occupant. 
mj2k1
  1. 951 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

Raise your hand if you've ever went to go see the New Pornographers assuming Neko Case would obviously be there because she sings all the best songs really....and she wasn't even there.


Grant Lawrence
  1. 952 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

@societyfinch thanks!!
alsace lorraine
  1. 953 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@NoLongerLurking. Agreed, it is getting hard to catch up here.
sbarbara
  1. 954 posted by

sbarbara on Mar 27, 2015

woooooooooooooooooooo
StephRamsahai
  1. 955 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

It's gonna break... we're gonna break it, guys.
KristaMark
  1. 956 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

@astorrrmt   Yay!! look forward hanging out at the picnic again!
sbarbara
  1. 957 posted by

sbarbara on Mar 27, 2015

wooooooooooooooo
PhilipST
  1. 958 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

I'm taping the show, or as much of it as I can manage to get. 
mj2k1
  1. 959 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@tom: yeah I think Cam still occupies the park every day around 4:20
Christine McAvoy
  1. 960 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015 @Alanna YES YES YES!!!!

garfielduk
  1. 961 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@kn0tty #917, A few people thought it would be Grants last song, not his first
flannel tom
  1. 962 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

@krib - only one reply: "frig off bud, Im busy"
OpalJagger
  1. 963 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

@mj2k1 I lucked out the one time I have seen them live...only the venue sucked (the Forum in Halifax)
himymothra
  1. 964 posted by

himymothra on Mar 27, 2015

@ft the occupy movement couldn't even decide if they should eat the free pizzas people brought them, i don't think they really stated any clear goals.
Yuletide
  1. 965 posted by

Yuletide on Mar 27, 2015

YES GRANT!  You rule!  
Grant Lawrence
  1. 966 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

@erinev YOU NAILED IT! Love your pic in the parliament library on FB!!! UNREAL!!!!!!!!!!!!
kidcauley
  1. 967 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

Derek in my band's dog is named Neko after Neko Case - there is some LC trivia for you
Shonica
  1. 968 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Astorrrmt, You will see us!
CDNz1
  1. 969 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

@Astorrrrrr - See you at NXNE!!!
mcfflyer
  1. 970 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

@mattyjames 951 - one from column A and one from column B
mixup
  1. 971 posted by

mixup on Mar 27, 2015

I CAN'T READ THIS FAST!
hotpatch
  1. 972 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

T&C's BBBAAAAAAAAAAAAAAACCCCCCCCCCCCCCKKKKKKKKKK!!!!!!!

MIKEV's BBBAAAAAAAAAAAAAAACCCCCCCCCCCCCCKKKKKKKKKK!!!!!!!

WESTCRUNCH's BBBAAAAAAAAAAAAAAACCCCCCCCCCCCCCKKKKKKKKKK!!!!!!!

canadajanes
  1. 973 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Tom - I think they were able to change the conversation, at least some what. That's a good start!
astorrrmt
  1. 974 posted by

astorrrmt on Mar 27, 2015

@ GRANT I have a jam packed day of massage today so keep the hits a-comin' . 

annnnnnd for some extra pull. ITS MY 29TH BIRTHDAY APRIL 2ND WHOOOOOOOOOOO !!!

garjoh
  1. 975 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

@kathyjean: I'm misting and will be crying a lot too. Much love to you, friend I've never met!!
PhilipST
  1. 976 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Nice, a dog named Neko! 
McS
  1. 977 posted by

McS on Mar 27, 2015

holy smokes almost 1000 posts and the show has just started!!!
Cicero
  1. 978 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

Grant better play GRANT LAWRENCE KING OF THE FOREST by the Hextalls today, goddamn it!
flannel tom
  1. 979 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

opal jagger - the Forum is the worst venue for shows! It's barely a good venue for hockey!! (it's my old neighbourhood, I used to live across the street pretty much!)
centropomus
  1. 980 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

I can't even keep up with the blog not doing anything else.
MackenzieC
  1. 981 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

@mikeroy9 #932 - it's all good. I haven't been around the blog much the last few years and it's a unisex name...
societyfinch
  1. 982 posted by

societyfinch on Mar 27, 2015

I picked the best day to be active on this blog.  
erinev
  1. 983 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

GRANT 966- thanks!!! next time you come to ottawa, we'll show you around! the library! 
alsace lorraine
  1. 984 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@Cicero. Oh man, I forgot about the Grant Lawrence song. It is a must play for sure
Cicero
  1. 985 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@Astorrrmt - I've gotta book my flight next week, but I'll be down and we can hang!
reginula
  1. 986 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@Centro I can't even switch tabs or I miss 20 comments!
hotpatch
  1. 987 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

astorrrmt, how did you get Grants head in that little snow globe?
Chopz87
  1. 988 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

McS - I'm awake :S
No Longer Lurking
  1. 989 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@Cicero - #978 YES
CDNz1
  1. 990 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

29?
  1. fuckamieverold
Wapuche
  1. 991 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

Sebastien Grainger! I requested this song for the Road Trip Mix-Tape a few years back, and it sill makes me want to put the hammer down. Even though I'm sitting on a couch in my apartment. The couch handles like a dream, by the way. Goes from 0 to 0 in less than a second.
reginula
  1. 992 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

I can't even write a comment or I miss another 10.
xcanuck
  1. 993 posted by

xcanuck on Mar 27, 2015

@CDNz1 [726] I'm with you on that. This is it.


krib
  1. 994 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

I don't know if I'll make NXNE or not.

my buddy who I crashed with last year - who lives in a GREAT location for NXNE - is out on a western tour (he's a stand-up Todd Van Allen for those of you in the TO area), so I'll catch up with him tomorrow. Maybe I can pull it off. Don't have enough air miles this year,though

centropomus
  1. 995 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

@society #982 --- I picked a fine day to stop sniffing glue
Wapuche
  1. 996 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

Jesus, we doubled in less than an hour.
reginula
  1. 997 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

Oh gaaaaawd
Babs46
  1. 998 posted by

Babs46 on Mar 27, 2015

Okay first pee break
centropomus
  1. 999 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

and drinking gin
Frankus
  1. 1000 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

Wow already!


DrSunshine
  1. 1001 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant, one thing will MISS MOST is your enthusiastic off-key YELLS AND SHOUTS over top the best most raucous tracks, just like you did with the New Pornographers just now.

LIVIN' LIVE TODAY!!!

MackenzieC
  1. 1002 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

@PhilipST

 can you share your download of the show afterwards

MikeV
  1. 1003 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

Sebastien Grainger!!!


This is perfect song for kicking ass.

Buckit
  1. 1004 posted by

Buckit on Mar 27, 2015

That was a very nice send of Louise.  Just catching up.  Thanks for everything
Wapuche
  1. 1005 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Amit!
kathyjean
  1. 1006 posted by

kathyjean on Mar 27, 2015

@garjoh I didn't know I would be so emotional! I am off work today because I have to pack like I've never packed before because I'm moving tomorrow. I have an appointment in a few so going to miss a bit. <3
marie_curious
  1. 1007 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

If I stream from my computer, it's choppy and if I stream from my phone the sound sucks.
krib
  1. 1008 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

McS is AWAKE!
mcfflyer
  1. 1009 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Today, here, is what the CBC Radio3 community is all about!
flannel tom
  1. 1010 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

this Seb Grainger & The Mountains album was in my van (yes I drove a van) for like, 6 months straight. Turnt up real loud usually. 
centropomus
  1. 1011 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Wow
societyfinch
  1. 1012 posted by

societyfinch on Mar 27, 2015 @995 yup?

alsace lorraine
  1. 1013 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

This whole Sebastian Grainger album is still one of my favourites ever, and this is maybe my favourite song on it.
flagpole music
  1. 1014 posted by

flagpole music on Mar 27, 2015

Hi, Grant.  Hi kids.Well, there's no chance I'll catch up with the conversation but had to stop in & say.  I'll be hanging around a bit.may be on tweety more than here but I'm listening. 
Grant Lawrence
  1. 1015 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

So... what was the Iron Throne request! OMG! Golden Throne! I already can't keep up!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
astorrrmt
  1. 1016 posted by

astorrrmt on Mar 27, 2015

YES! Happy to hear so many of you will be there. 

@hotpatch, i'd be more concerned about what I did whit the rest of Grants body…

xcanuck
  1. 1017 posted by

xcanuck on Mar 27, 2015

Double throne?


kidcauley
  1. 1018 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

everytime it refreshes there are like 40 new comments
Ballack13
  1. 1019 posted by

Ballack13 on Mar 27, 2015


Haha and people that thought Kim Kardashians was would break the internet never saw the amount of blog posts today.

loweeda
  1. 1020 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

holy crap! how long have you guys been blogging already? I had to scroll for like 5 minutes.

And hi everyone.

Library Voices
  1. 1021 posted by

Library Voices on Mar 27, 2015

I can't keep up with this blog. How do you kids type so fast?
DrSunshine
  1. 1022 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

ANOTHER @GRANT SHOUT!!! So good.
slackhopper
  1. 1023 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

@astorrrmt: dammit! I wish I could go with you! 
kathyjean
  1. 1024 posted by

kathyjean on Mar 27, 2015

grant mackenzie outlined em... somewhere back there!
OpalJagger
  1. 1025 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

@flannel tom, for real? before I moved out here to Ottawa I was living right at the corner where the Forum is...luckily I only ever did catch the one show there, and swore I'd never go back no matter how good the act
Steve Venegas
  1. 1026 posted by

Steve Venegas on Mar 27, 2015

I missed this place. 

I'll miss this place.

krib
  1. 1027 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

FLAGPOLE_MUSIC IS BACK!!!!
monsoonMike
  1. 1028 posted by

monsoonMike on Mar 27, 2015

I haven't logged in for at least a year, let alone comment on the blog, but I never stopped listening.  Office bandwidth went into the toilet so I started using my phone to listen.  My Sirius satellite radio may as well only have two channels: CBC Radio 1 and Radio 3.  R3 has been a constant soundtrack to so many memorable road trips in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.  I always figured at some point Grant would move over to Radio 1 in a hosting gig, but didn't think the mic would go completely silent...or recorded.  Like others, I miss the days of the Vish-Craig-Grant-Lana-Lisa schedule, and the basement website. I hope the voting public Up North can put things right and maybe CBC's funding will be restored at some point, and live hosting will return.     In the meantime, I'll enjoy this "Irish Wake" of a final show! 
Cicero
  1. 1029 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@Ballack13 [re:1019] + ALL OF THE INTERNETS FOR THAT COMMENT!
mcfflyer
  1. 1030 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

When I visited R3 in 2009, in talking to some of the staff there, they described Grant as "The Showman".  Right on the money.
mj2k1
  1. 1031 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

We'll still be able to blog like this on Monday guys
CDNz1
  1. 1032 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

HINCHPOLE!!!
markgage
  1. 1033 posted by

markgage on Mar 27, 2015

<-----------------------THIS IS HAPPENING RIGHT NOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Christine McAvoy
  1. 1034 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

HAHAHAHA I just went back to see if you guys mentioned me before I got here.


6:30AM!?!?! Yah, I was excited for today, but not THAT excited. I rolled out of bed close to 9, as I usually try to do ever since Grant moved to 9am.

reginula
  1. 1035 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@Steve We missed you. You'll be missed, so please drop by sometimes. 
Shonica
  1. 1036 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

flagpole music, Hi! Nice to see you!
canadajanes
  1. 1037 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

ioweeda!!!!!!!!!!!!!
CDNz1
  1. 1038 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Dr. Sunshine!
Ballack13
  1. 1039 posted by

Ballack13 on Mar 27, 2015

Mr we get a WOOOOOOOOOOOO! on every song today.
westcrunch
  1. 1040 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

Do we even have enough throne names to meet the blog insanity today?

What happens at 2,000? 3,000? 10,000? WE NEED TO BE PREPARED. This is a very real possibility

gregory paul
  1. 1041 posted by

gregory paul on Mar 27, 2015

Today really sucks!

Louise, Grant, and Lanna have to sound cheery on the air about how great the changes are going to be - but let's keep it real; this is what Harper and his tightwad Conservatives have done to systematically and progressively destroy the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation.

THREE AWESOME AMBASSADORIAL VOICES OF CANADA ARE BEING SILENCED!  :(

After the next election hopefully a new Government will restore funding to CBC and our beloved hosts will come back.


kirkofdoom
  1. 1042 posted by

kirkofdoom on Mar 27, 2015

Library Voices

I actually have two people typing for me.

Cicero
  1. 1043 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

Ahh god this song is the one that's gonna get me crying?! REALLY EYEBALLS?!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 1044 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Forget breaking the internet, my eyes are broken.  I CANT KEEP UP.
mj2k1
  1. 1045 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@grant: yeah! Jon Rae! Just don't yell out song requests to him

One time I watched him and the River play their gospel punk rock soul all while wearing matching G Unit T Shirts.

deiru
  1. 1046 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

OOHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH LETS R000000OLLLLLLLLLLLLLL!!!!!!!!!!!!
Music Laura
  1. 1047 posted by

Music Laura on Mar 27, 2015

Thank you, thank you, thank you, Grant Lawrence.

You've created a community that has benefitted the indie music artists more than anyone else I can think of.

Here's to you, your energy, your dedication and your love of Canadian music.

xo!

TheRadioHead
  1. 1048 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

I love all you guys. While it's the end of an era, it's the start of something new.  If it's important to us we will stay invested in it, and each other.

It'll be fine.

canadajanes
  1. 1049 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

MonsooonMike!
PhilipST
  1. 1050 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#1001, I will try, @MackenzieC. It's the size of the sound files that worries me. I'll see what I can do. Maybe if I broke up the segments, it'll work. 
flannel tom
  1. 1051 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

opal - for real. I lived on Gladstone (the happy Rock). Lunch at Johnny's, drinks at Brooklyn. Great neighbourhood! Moved out west in 2009. 
loweeda
  1. 1052 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

Did I see a comment from Kirk about NXNE? because that's a topic I'd like to discuss (the future, ya!).

Has anyone bought their tickets yet? I'm kind of stymied by that "buy concert tickets, get a wristband" thing and I wonder what others have done, if anything.(I realize it may be impossible to discuss something like this today, but I'm putting it out there anyway)

MikeV
  1. 1053 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

I won't lie I worried that Grand was going to crack today and we would be forced to listen to a Jon Secada marathon but damn it if he isn't pulling it off. The man is a professional .
societyfinch
  1. 1054 posted by

societyfinch on Mar 27, 2015

@1047 Music Laura- HEAR HEAR!!!
MackenzieC
  1. 1055 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Iron Throne

(Hate to be spammy but Grant can't seem to keep up :P) I posted this earlier Grant, but in case you didn't see it:


Hey Grant, if an Iron Throne before you get here counts, can you play Plants and Animals - Good Friend? To the best of my recollection, I think that was the first R3 meet up show I went to with drock.


If not... how about Luke Doucet - Long Haul Driver because it's full of Winnipeg references and is likely the first "R3" influenced album I bought.


Or... Chromeo - Fancy Footwork because it always serves as a reminder that sometimes you need the radio to introduce you to new music repeatedly before you learn to love it.


Or if none of those, anything by new Winnipeg band Greek Riots because we're supposed to be breaking new sound around here. :)



pjrocksmb
  1. 1056 posted by

pjrocksmb on Mar 27, 2015

Here we go! The last show that matters. Bye bye blog, bye bye interaction.  Hello to pre recorded messages that get old and muted!

Peace out Grant, it's been a blast!

Funhog
  1. 1057 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

1041+1
astorrrmt
  1. 1058 posted by

astorrrmt on Mar 27, 2015

I feel like this is the last day of summer camp or something.. . remember the basement?? Remember??

@slackhopper HI DONNA! theres room in my suitcase for sure..

Grant Lawrence
  1. 1059 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

@DrSunshine ... off key? I'm just finding this out TODAY???
lounge_act
  1. 1060 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

I have a room of monkeys typing for me.
flannel tom
  1. 1061 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

matty, I used to think G Unit was Gun It. For real. 
Funhog
  1. 1062 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

1048+1
xcanuck
  1. 1063 posted by

xcanuck on Mar 27, 2015

<====== Member since May 2006. Tell me Radio3 hasn't been a huge part of my life. *sigh*
laurita.snow
  1. 1064 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

Heyo folks! Blogging from work so I'll be pretty patchy unfortunately :( but I LOVE YOU ALL AND Y'ALL GONNA MAKE ME CRY.
westcrunch
  1. 1065 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

@Markgage SO EPIC. Nice beers!
alsace lorraine
  1. 1066 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@TheRadioHead. Well put. It isn't the end of the world, and who knows maybe one day in the future the CBC will be well funded again?
Cicero
  1. 1067 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

FLAGPOLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


OH MY GOD I'VE MISSED YOU!!!

lounge_act
  1. 1068 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

It was the best of times, it was the blurst of times.
DrSunshine
  1. 1069 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

CDNz1! Ya eh. What an epic blog-day. Couldn't miss.
pjrocksmb
  1. 1070 posted by

pjrocksmb on Mar 27, 2015

1041 plus 10000000000000
Frankus
  1. 1071 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

Long time listener, first time Throner. I am shaking. For a bunch of different reasons. I tend to go for the offbeat. I usually defer to the Master for guidance. The fuzzy party nature of things so far puts me in a bit of Japandroids state of mind. So 'Young Hearts Spark Fire' if it is not too much trouble.
slkdsb
  1. 1072 posted by

slkdsb on Mar 27, 2015

Hi all. Sad day.

Can we have a recording of that Hellooooo for the future?

loweeda
  1. 1073 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

Is there another Donna here? Hello, slackhopper! I'm a Donna, too!
kathyjean
  1. 1074 posted by

kathyjean on Mar 27, 2015

alsace!!!! 
flagpole music
  1. 1075 posted by

flagpole music on Mar 27, 2015

Hi, Krib.  Hi, Russ etc.already tough to keep up.

must have coffee.

kathyjean
  1. 1076 posted by

kathyjean on Mar 27, 2015

gah I gotta go but I'll be back in a bit!


markgage
  1. 1077 posted by

markgage on Mar 27, 2015

@WESTCRUNCH  !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
OpalJagger
  1. 1078 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

@flannel tom, that's wicked...I miss Halifax like hell, but that neighbourhood was pretty great. Brooklyn Warehouse got even better the years that followed, if you never had a chance to go back and visit
flannel tom
  1. 1079 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

@xcanuck - you're decked out in Habs gear. I was at the hockey game last night! The hometown Jetsies put a whoopin' on the Habs. Tokarski was BRUTAL. 
Steve Venegas
  1. 1080 posted by

Steve Venegas on Mar 27, 2015

I'm going to miss producing the R3-30
flagpole music
  1. 1081 posted by

flagpole music on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Cicero!
alsace lorraine
  1. 1082 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@Kathyjean. Hey there! How is it going?
MoniSki
  1. 1083 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

guys, maybe I'm behind in the times.. but what does "insert comment # + 1" mean?
glenroy
  1. 1084 posted by

glenroy on Mar 27, 2015

you are all really an incredible group.

last night my boy said "bingo bango bongo etc" during sportscentre, i lol'd pretty hard.

@CDNz1 @xcanuck: nice to see you guys.

erinev
  1. 1085 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

PLAY GRANT LAWRENCE KING OF THE FOREST
kirkofdoom
  1. 1086 posted by

kirkofdoom on Mar 27, 2015

I told you, Grant, I was available to be the frontseat producer for you today, but you never replied! 
pjrocksmb
  1. 1087 posted by

pjrocksmb on Mar 27, 2015

@1079 Oh yeah Margie!

GO JETS GO BABY

carlyg
  1. 1088 posted by

carlyg on Mar 27, 2015

Damn, am I going to miss the "wooooooooo"s!
DrSunshine
  1. 1089 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant Is off-key the Cheapest-key? It's the best one either way.
flagpole music
  1. 1090 posted by

flagpole music on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Shonica.  
No Longer Lurking
  1. 1091 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@MoniSki #1083 - It's an endorsement (like a FB like)
MackenzieC
  1. 1092 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

For those of you who are worried about the changes... let me let you in on a little something:

Back in the old website days, my work blocked the stream but I could still access the blog. Even without being able to hear the hosts or the music, I still had a FANTASTIC time connecting with the R3 community. Sure, it wasn't quite the same, but it's still possible.


(Plus it was way better that than what I have now because my work now blocks THE ENTIRE CBC music website.)

jenna-arcade
  1. 1093 posted by

jenna-arcade on Mar 27, 2015

Whoa, big day.
kathyjean
  1. 1094 posted by

kathyjean on Mar 27, 2015

That we really agree with it, Moniski! <3 Miss youUuuuu
Christine McAvoy
  1. 1095 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

@Steve we're going to miss you too!!! <3
pjrocksmb
  1. 1096 posted by

pjrocksmb on Mar 27, 2015

@1080 WE WILL TOO!
loweeda
  1. 1097 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

Oh ya, erinv! We have to hear GRant Lawrence King of the Forest today!
OpalJagger
  1. 1098 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

@Steve V, will there still even be an R3-30? I haven't had a chance to listen to the podcast from yesterday about all the changes
WildWorks
  1. 1099 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

@slkdsb I posted the hello on my Twitter. :)
societyfinch
  1. 1100 posted by

societyfinch on Mar 27, 2015

2000 LETS DO THIS
MoniSki
  1. 1101 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

@No Longer Lurking .... OOOOHHHH okay. I understand now. 
mikeroy9
  1. 1102 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

Steve V, thanks for your wonderful production on R3-30 for all of this time!!! You helped expose me to some wonderful music!
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 1103 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

I love you guys. this is overwhelming though. 
deiru
  1. 1104 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

PLAY GRANT LAWRENCE KING OF THE FOREST
mj2k1
  1. 1105 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@frankus: good pick with some japandroids!!!!

I was going to request Sovereignty if I lucked out with the throne. Japandroids don't write a lot of lyrics but the ones they do sing they really make count. I'm sure Grant can relate to this below:



It's raining / In Vancouver / But I don't give a fuck / Because I'm alone with you tonight

ryanmaksymic
  1. 1106 posted by

ryanmaksymic on Mar 27, 2015 <3

loweeda
  1. 1107 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

2000 comments is gonna happen, easy.
pjrocksmb
  1. 1108 posted by

pjrocksmb on Mar 27, 2015

@1092, it will be alive but much much smaller and less fun
Funhog
  1. 1109 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

Some very sad and tragic news from Christina Lake, BC this morning. A friend of my wife was killed yesterday in a freak accident when a tree struck her car on the way back from attending a funeral for another nurse that died suddenly. She leaves behind her 3 year old boy, her husband, and family.
kathyjean
  1. 1110 posted by

kathyjean on Mar 27, 2015

ryan!
slackhopper
  1. 1111 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

@loweeda  DONNAS UNITE!
hotpatch
  1. 1112 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

Steve Venegas, surely you'll be doing some other, important work for R3?
cathyort
  1. 1113 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@glenroy, <3  we are so pulling for This Is It for final song, although I'll take it anytime!
CDNz1
  1. 1114 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

GLENROY!!!

Nice to see YOU, sir!

reginula
  1. 1115 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

We're going to reach 3000 like, in an hour or so. 
mikeroy9
  1. 1116 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

@brenda it's becoming impossible to keep up!!!!!
Laura Beth
  1. 1117 posted by

Laura Beth on Mar 27, 2015

Oh boy.  The blog is slow loading today, I wonder why! Something must be up. 
krib
  1. 1118 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

societyfinch,

I'm guessing closer to 3,000

I think we finished just above 2,200 yesterday

kathyjean
  1. 1119 posted by

kathyjean on Mar 27, 2015

ohhhh funhog.. <3 Much love that's said!
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 1120 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

I work for 5 minutes... 300 comments later...
MrFussyfont
  1. 1121 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

LOWEEDA IS BACK!!!!!!!!!!! hi Donna!
WildWorks
  1. 1122 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

I posted earlier, here's the link from my Twitter, https://twitter.com/wildworks/status/581486662594756608
pjrocksmb
  1. 1123 posted by

pjrocksmb on Mar 27, 2015

@1109 o boy!
Cicero
  1. 1124 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@Frankus - Yes to Japandroids! ALWAYS YES TO JAPANDROIDS!!!!
WildWorks
  1. 1125 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

I miss hearing Grant's ending theme.
TheRadioHead
  1. 1126 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

OMG, I can't hear this.
mj2k1
  1. 1127 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@Mack: that's such a good point and I think we need to really emphasize that the BLOG isn't going anywhere.  It will be just as ridiculous next week as it is today.  Maybe even more if Grant can stir the pot a bit more around here
garfielduk
  1. 1128 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Frankus #1000, Contrats
lounge_act
  1. 1129 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

CG's a gem.
loweeda
  1. 1130 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

FUCK YEAH SLACKHOPPER! DONNAS! We could make a band. oh, wait a minute, it's been done ;)

Where are you from, fellow Donna? Can I meet you in real life at NXNE, perhaps?


StephRamsahai
  1. 1131 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

:'(
marie_curious
  1. 1132 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

Oi there is no keeping up with the blog today...
Backwater Brewery
  1. 1133 posted by

Backwater Brewery on Mar 27, 2015

Late to the party-but not going to miss this! CBC CBC CBC (R3!)
kathyjean
  1. 1134 posted by

kathyjean on Mar 27, 2015

<3 CK!!!
kidcauley
  1. 1135 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

I LOVE JAPANDROIDS
reginula
  1. 1136 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

ohmyohmyohmyohmy
glenroy
  1. 1137 posted by

glenroy on Mar 27, 2015

@cathyort: wow, well it would be such an honor but there must be a hundred iconic songs ahead of it.
laurita.snow
  1. 1138 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

Oh my god I think I'm gonna cry. Chris Kelly too??? eeeeeeeeeeh.
loweeda
  1. 1139 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Mr. Fussyfont! Thanks for letting me use your graphic on FAcebook! It's the awesomest.
deiru
  1. 1140 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

That was awesome
Sless
  1. 1141 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

Oh my heart!
Grant Lawrence
  1. 1142 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

FRANKUS IS IN THE GOLDEN THRONE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (comment #1000) What song can I shower you with today?
garjoh
  1. 1143 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

@Kathyjean: Good luck with your move! I'm working from home this afternoon. I too have an appointment later and will have to miss the last hour :'(  I sent you something on FB to help.

@markgage: Love your party photo! Here's to drinking while work for our last hurrah!

MikeV
  1. 1144 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

Chris Kelly!

I had the pleasure to meet him a few years ago. Real nice guy. Also a fellow NB'er.

hotpatch
  1. 1145 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

funhog, 1109, very sad news indeed, my condolences to the family
Lana Gay
  1. 1146 posted by

Lana Gay on Mar 27, 2015

Oh, Chris Kelly! What a guy! 
societyfinch
  1. 1147 posted by

societyfinch on Mar 27, 2015

@1118 Krib- i dont actually have the opportunity to spend a lot of time on the blog because my job usually has me in a sculpture studio (brag) but im injured and get to see it in its full glory today!!!

You guys are awesome!

Chopz87
  1. 1148 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

Ok, I'm not gonna bother trying to keep up cause it's going way too fast so...  MOFONGO!!
Sless
  1. 1149 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

It is a fish out of water...
deiru
  1. 1150 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

If there are more of those I don't know how I will keep it together
Ballack13
  1. 1151 posted by

Ballack13 on Mar 27, 2015

I gonna love hearing all the prerecorded clips today.
Kirk Avery
  1. 1152 posted by

Kirk Avery on Mar 27, 2015

I can see this getting lost among all the blog insanity today, but I just want to say THANKS FOR ALL THE LIVE FUN GRANT! It's been the most fun I've had listening to the radio. DON'T EVEN GET ME STARTED ON THE MUSIC! I've discovered so many great artists listening to Radio3. I'll be listening

WOOO FOR THE STILLS! WOOO FOR YOU. WOOO FOR US.

astorrrmt
  1. 1153 posted by

astorrrmt on Mar 27, 2015

ok… now I'm going to cry today too. 
Steve Venegas
  1. 1154 posted by

Steve Venegas on Mar 27, 2015

Answers: 

The R3-30 will still exist

I won't have time to work on anything with Radio 3 once I'm producing TV news.

JonDixon
  1. 1155 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

I LOVE THE LANARAMA PICTURE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Christine McAvoy
  1. 1156 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

I'm afraid to post non-meaningful things anymore because it's flying too fast. That even spending time typing this, I'm missing stuff...


O_O

alsace lorraine
  1. 1157 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

It is super hard to get work done today. If I go away from the blog for a minute there are 5 minutes of comments to catch up with. Geez guys
mcfflyer
  1. 1158 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Whoa.  That brought tears.
monsoonMike
  1. 1159 posted by

monsoonMike on Mar 27, 2015

The only other thing I'll say is if the CBC remains on a tight budget, they need to realize their future is in younger audiences, and hosts who can connect to that audience.  Getting Shad to take up the helm for Q was a good move.  But I'd much rather hear Grant do a weekly live-hosted show than have to listen to human-owl Michael Enwright's old-man gripes on a Sunday morning, or have to listen to Randy Bachman spin mostly non-Canadian tunes on a Saturday afternoon.  Use what little funds you have wisely, CBC!!  If you alienate future voters, you'll won't have an audience left to advocate for you.
mikeroy9
  1. 1160 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

@MikeV you are a NBer?!?!? I am a Monctonian/Sackvillian. Also, where is Chris Kelly from?
pjrocksmb
  1. 1161 posted by

pjrocksmb on Mar 27, 2015

@1127 not a chance, it will big like Nortel stock in the 90's hot for a bit and then cold.  The live hosts make the blog.  Losing Grant will have a big impact.  The close group will stay, new people, not so much.
McS
  1. 1162 posted by

McS on Mar 27, 2015

@Marie Curious I give up too. It's too fast for me! also xoxoxoxxoxoxoxoxox!!!!!
krib
  1. 1163 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

matty,

I don't think it will, honestly. Look at what canned shows bring in to the blog, even canned shows that Grant does.

it'll be busier on Monday as people check in to see what the new format is like, and then it'll taper off

flannel tom
  1. 1164 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

MOFONGO!!!!!
tiffyleeson
  1. 1165 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

Hi @Lana Gay  !
Switters
  1. 1166 posted by

Switters on Mar 27, 2015

Someone brought onions into the office, why would they do that?
MoniSki
  1. 1167 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

Grant, I hope you play some Sammy Roberts today!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 1168 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@Ballack13 #1151 - Get used to it...
carlyg
  1. 1169 posted by

carlyg on Mar 27, 2015

What's the blog name of the person who used to post all the random poem things? I can't remember. It's driving me crazy.


Anyway, I hope he/she shows up today. I could really use a good poem-thingy!

flannel tom
  1. 1170 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

@switters - Are making a lasagna... for one?
garjoh
  1. 1171 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

@JonDixon: Nice catch! Me too!
cathyort
  1. 1172 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@glenroy, The Wheat Pool are icons.
OpalJagger
  1. 1173 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

@Steve V, good to know - best of luck on the TV side of things! :)
reginula
  1. 1174 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

LANAAAAAAAAA!!!
HIIIII! How are you doing?
AirickAdams
  1. 1175 posted by

AirickAdams on Mar 27, 2015

Hi, everyone! 
Funhog
  1. 1176 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

thanks people. It a tough day for many reasons.
carlyg
  1. 1177 posted by

carlyg on Mar 27, 2015

MOFONGO MOFONGO CULEBRA CULEBRA!
balls
  1. 1178 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

Holy Hell. I cannot keep up with this! It's a busy Spring Fling weekend here, I'm off at Noon, which only sucks in that I can't stay and listen to the whole show, or Lana's final live one either. C'est la vie! I'm still trying to listen for another hour and a half...
HAVE A KICK-ASS DAY GRANT, LANA, R3 STAFF, BLOGGERS, AND ALL YOU AMAZING INDIVIDUALS!!   xo Balls



kidcauley
  1. 1179 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

btw Chris Kelly sounds like a babe
loweeda
  1. 1180 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

OK, I have to go to work now, so I expect at least 750 comments in the 15 minutes it'll take me to get from here to there.


See you at comment 2000 or so.

slackhopper
  1. 1181 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

@astorrrmt: We'll drown our sorrows tonight at GOD MADE ME FUNKY!! And raise a glass to Grant, of course


MikeV
  1. 1182 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

@mikeroy9 Yeah I am currently on the outskirts of Freddy Beach. I believe Chris Kelly is from Riverview/Sackville/other places?
centropomus
  1. 1183 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant --- for having post #999, I should get a request, no? Sam Roberts "When Everything Was Alright" please!
Frankus
  1. 1184 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks Garf and all. I get a special feeling from The Japandroids that reminds me of Grant. There is something about the directing of raw energy that follows a line, and then goes over it with beautiful results. It makes me feel good.
Christine McAvoy
  1. 1185 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

@Kid he is, but Married with babe of his own on the way :p
alsace lorraine
  1. 1186 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@Switters. Long time no see!! How is it going? The CalgaR3 needs to grab a drink one of these days.

And what is it with the onions everywhere?

WildWorks
  1. 1187 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Hard to catch up reading the comments as it's posting a lot by the second. :)
McS
  1. 1188 posted by

McS on Mar 27, 2015

so... who else took the day off today?
flannel tom
  1. 1189 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

Chris kelly went to Kings in Halifax, that much I know. 
Grant Lawrence
  1. 1190 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

BALLS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thanks for being here!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Cicero
  1. 1191 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@Carlyg - Ahhh! Yes! THAT GUY! God, I love that guy. WHO IS THAT GUY?! Someone send out a batsignal?
No Longer Lurking
  1. 1192 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

It's a party now, ERIC is here!
Sless
  1. 1193 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

The blog has exploded by over 275 comments in 20 minutes
PhilipST
  1. 1194 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Great tunes so far, @Grant. 


JonDixon
  1. 1195 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@slackerhopper are you from the Soo too????
mikeroy9
  1. 1196 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

@MikeV we can basically amalgamate NB into one general location. Happy to have another East Coast voice here. I don't post on the blog often, but thought I'd join in the festivities after listening for years.
Cicero
  1. 1197 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

AIRICK!!!!!! OH MY HEART! SERIOUSLY IT CAN'T TAKE THIS! EVERYONE'S BACK!
marie_curious
  1. 1198 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

@McS: <3 <3 <3!!
TheRadioHead
  1. 1199 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015 Today is a day to make sure you add songs to your playlists, people.

carlyg
  1. 1200 posted by

carlyg on Mar 27, 2015

@Cicero - I KNOW! I feel like Mike might remember the name...
lounge_act
  1. 1201 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

Greyhounds playing the Saginaw Spirit in the first round.
flannel tom
  1. 1202 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

@airick adamas - you look like the batman but it's just a kitty
rebecca1234
  1. 1203 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

i am a super fast reader yet having a hard time keeping up with the scrolling and i think there is something in my eye...oh and flannel tom way to cold here to take off my shirt!
pjrocksmb
  1. 1204 posted by

pjrocksmb on Mar 27, 2015

@1163

reality!

now if only the others would take the rose coloured glasses off

it's the end of an era, admitting is the first step, the trust will set you free

trust hurts, I love this place but RIP

flagpole music
  1. 1205 posted by

flagpole music on Mar 27, 2015

is it mean to torture you all in the cold? it's 74F here & heading up to 90
Ballack13
  1. 1206 posted by

Ballack13 on Mar 27, 2015

@McS I left work at 8 am this morning so I could listen tho the entire show.
hytumb69
  1. 1207 posted by

hytumb69 on Mar 27, 2015

@FUNHOG - tell me her name wasn't Angie or Dana... angie has way more kids than a son though.  Gad.
krib
  1. 1208 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

see ya, balls. hang loose!




  • sigh* balls jokes are the best
cathyort
  1. 1209 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@McS, hands up here for taking the day off.
burgessjackie
  1. 1210 posted by

burgessjackie on Mar 27, 2015

Is someone taping this whole show?
MrFussyfont
  1. 1211 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

Looks like Craig's job at CBC Kitchener-Waterloo may be affected by the latest cuts:

http://www.therecord.com/news-story/5527935-cross-canada-cbc-cuts-will-affect-kitchener-radio-station/

astorrrmt
  1. 1212 posted by

astorrrmt on Mar 27, 2015

@slackhopper Im looking forward to this show! Never seen them but I hear good things!! 
DrSunshine
  1. 1213 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

Emoting here, and I don't know him personally, but Chris Kelly has got to be one of the most stand-up rock-solid behind-the-scenes Radio people ever. A pleasure liking to the Radio-Telegram Sir.

And HELLO @Lanarama!!!

Frankus
  1. 1214 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

Grant, I know this is crazy but here is what I wrote earlier.  Long time listener, first time Throner. I am shaking. For a bunch of different reasons. I tend to go for the offbeat. I usually defer to the Master for guidance. The fuzzy party nature of things so far puts me in a bit of Japandroids state of mind. So 'Young Hearts Spark Fire' if it is not too much trouble.
fresh ginger
  1. 1215 posted by

fresh ginger on Mar 27, 2015

Radiohead: YES. Exactly.
smalliebigs
  1. 1216 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

Oh, hi guys. I'm under the gun in a special kind of work-related hell, but how could I miss this? 

Stupid human emotion.

Also, @Carly: MANITOU!

Also, @Carly: MOZO!

Switters
  1. 1217 posted by

Switters on Mar 27, 2015

I'm trying to finish a project proposal while blogging intermittently.  If I suddenly post someone about revisions to the original design per client request, just ignore it.
mj2k1
  1. 1218 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

The pre recorded bits are really great today and I don't think we should expect them to suck starting next week
glenroy
  1. 1219 posted by

glenroy on Mar 27, 2015

@cathyort: you are too kind. truth is, i started on New Music Canada as a band, as a label owner. i joined the blog to connect with fans.  but i'm here today because of what i consider friends.  Grant, Russ, yourself, Amit (xcanuck). thank you.
Switters
  1. 1220 posted by

Switters on Mar 27, 2015

@alsace - What are you doing after work today?
tiffyleeson
  1. 1221 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

HIII Portland!!  
TheIceman
  1. 1222 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

Okay I got back from looking after shit, and I'm over 1000 messages behind.

Wheh!

marie_curious
  1. 1223 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

Called in sick for the show!!!
EricR
  1. 1224 posted by

EricR on Mar 27, 2015

@CarlyG [#1200] - early morning person?  During Vish's show?  Later in the day?  I haven't seen DAA1974 around this week, but I don't think that was him.
PhilipST
  1. 1225 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Great bit by Chris Kelly. This & That is one of the best things on-air. 
carlyg
  1. 1226 posted by

carlyg on Mar 27, 2015

@Smalliebigs - WAY TO SHOW UP JUST AS I WAS THINKING ABOUT YOU!


MANITOU!!!!!

Buckit
  1. 1227 posted by

Buckit on Mar 27, 2015

I'm not going to be able to follow along on the blog all afternoon because I have to take my kids to the dentist but I'll try to listen along as long as I don't come off as too rude.  We'll miss your live interaction Grant and Lana.  I'll come back next week to see how the new format plays.  All the best everybody.
canadajanes
  1. 1228 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Ahh! Phone call. No catching up now...
Shonica
  1. 1229 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

SMALLIEBIGS IS BACK!!!!!!!!
mj2k1
  1. 1230 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

I think the CBC fucked up by not having a Grant Lawrence bobblehead
alsace lorraine
  1. 1231 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@Switters, I am driving up to Edmonton :( but next week is wide open!
carlyg
  1. 1232 posted by

carlyg on Mar 27, 2015

@EricR - It was Manitou!
Chopz87
  1. 1233 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

CARLY & FLANNEL TOM - SIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII!!!!!!!!!!!!!
iamRobSmith
  1. 1234 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

Hey kiddos!
pjrocksmb
  1. 1235 posted by

pjrocksmb on Mar 27, 2015

@1218 bingo, they will be muted by the regulars, fun once suck after
heyjon
  1. 1236 posted by

heyjon on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks for the 10 years of Can Indie, friendship and fun!  

I can't explain how much this has and still means to me.

Thank you CBC and Canada for being an excellent friend and neighbor.

heyjon in Michigan

DTW CBC-R3

jdurley
  1. 1237 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

SMALLIEE!!!!!

RUM HAMMMMMMMM!!!

slackhopper
  1. 1238 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

@astorrrmt: One of the first bands I ever interviewed. WEAR SOME SERIOUS DANCING SHOES.

@lounge_act: GO HOUNDS, GO! Gonna be a killer playoffs for the Sault

Cicero
  1. 1239 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@Smallie - YOU! You're here!! How crazy is this?!

@Alsace and @switters - BEERS AT THE PALOMINO AFTER WORK TODAY FRIENDS! BE THERE OR BE SQUARE LOSERS!

flannel tom
  1. 1240 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

It was cherrytree? Manitoulin? something like that. A drunk german poet I think it was. Inspired the Nanaimo Bard in many ways. 
Shonica
  1. 1241 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

HEYJON!!!!!!
WildWorks
  1. 1242 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Yo ho, heyjon. :)
MrFussyfont
  1. 1243 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

IAMROBSMITH!!!!!!

CHOPZ!!!!!!

KristaMark
  1. 1244 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

Whoa so many of my favourtite people are here!! 
cathyort
  1. 1245 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@heyjon, it's been WAAAAAAAYYYY too long since we've seen you. Hugs.
OpalJagger
  1. 1246 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

I hope I get a throne so I can request "Can't Do Without You" by Caribou. Feel like it applies to a lot of us today.
pjrocksmb
  1. 1247 posted by

pjrocksmb on Mar 27, 2015

this song is magic
erinev
  1. 1248 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

ok here's my bit:

thank-you radio 3!!!! thank-you for making bad days good days. thank-you for the endless friends i've made because of this incredible community. thank-you for enriching my life with incredible music and people. thank-you for spreading the word about how talented canadian musicians are. my heart is broken but i know R3 will continue to thrive. I LOVE YOU RADIO 3!!!!!!!!!!!!!

alsace lorraine
  1. 1249 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@Cicero. Driving up to Edmonton! WE WILL DO DRINKS NEXT WEEK!

(Because seriously work has been so crazy, I need drinks so bad)

carlyg
  1. 1250 posted by

carlyg on Mar 27, 2015

@Tom - Manitou! Smalliebigs nailed it!
marie_curious
  1. 1251 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

LOVETHIS SONG SO MUCH!!!
gregory paul
  1. 1252 posted by

gregory paul on Mar 27, 2015

I remember Lanna complaining on the air that she has to drive all the way to Bellingham Wash to shop at Trader Joe's; 

Grant got a speeding ticket one Sunday night trying to catch the Last ferry from Victoria.

Live hosts make Radio personal - Now Radio 3 will just be a jukebox on auto pilot.

I'll miss y'all.


krib
  1. 1253 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

Tom,

it was Manitou

Music Laura
  1. 1254 posted by

Music Laura on Mar 27, 2015

Such a great story/song for the Iron Throne!
iamRobSmith
  1. 1255 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

I'm sad, I won't lie, this BLOWS!  

GRANT, YOU ARE ONE OF KIND MY FRIEND!

flannel tom
  1. 1256 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

drock is in Iraq I think, I met her last summer. Had no idea who she was previously but was all like, "what you live in Iraq... on purpose?" That's pretty heavy. 
mj2k1
  1. 1257 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

where in the world is Jon Janes
Babs46
  1. 1258 posted by

Babs46 on Mar 27, 2015

Hey @HEYJON
JonDixon
  1. 1259 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@slackhopper #1238, I repeat - Are you from the Soo too?!?!?
garfielduk
  1. 1260 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@burgessjackie, message me on facebook
MackenzieC
  1. 1261 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Re: #1172 & The Wheat Pool. I'll second that.


True story: with the Winnipeg/Brandon R3 group, the Wheat Pool will always be remembered as "those rowdy farmers." We were at the Dan Mangan show for the 2009 WCMA's and these guys in plaid get up on stage with Dan and were just raucous (but in a good way). Then we drove over to another venue to see the Wheat Pool play and those guys show up. I won't mention names but someone said "There's those rowdy farmers again!" Then we saw them get up on stage and pick up their guitars...

smalliebigs
  1. 1262 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

@Carly: only because you asked for it, here's some a topical Manitou-esque poem. 

R3 dying? Oh my, John A. MacDonald

Brunch with cantaloupe

A drifter's erotic tale

Thanks for the memories.

heyjon
  1. 1263 posted by

heyjon on Mar 27, 2015

Hey Shonica!  I'm sure we will keep bumping into each other and I'm looking forward to it!
balls
  1. 1264 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

Cheers Grant! PS. Remember that time you questioned me live on air at like 9am about whether or not I was chasing love across the country when I drove across Canada #ChasingTheSunset ?

Yeah -- on a good note, no more live to air grillings like that. haha

Ok, My office is far too busy for this. BYE!!!

pjrocksmb
  1. 1265 posted by

pjrocksmb on Mar 27, 2015

@1230 :)
astorrrmt
  1. 1266 posted by

astorrrmt on Mar 27, 2015

still listening, time for massage.. I'm afraid to leave for an hour :s
AirickAdams
  1. 1267 posted by

AirickAdams on Mar 27, 2015

BALLS!!! 
MoniSki
  1. 1268 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

Great song choice Mac!!!!!
smalliebigs
  1. 1269 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

SHONICA! CICERO! JDURLEY!RUM HAM!STERPH!

BEIGEWASH!

CHOPZ!

SamaraS
  1. 1270 posted by

SamaraS on Mar 27, 2015

Oh my, I have no hope of keeping up. 

<3

carlyg
  1. 1271 posted by

carlyg on Mar 27, 2015

@Smalliebigs - YOU ARE THE BEST! I love it. hahaha
slackhopper
  1. 1272 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

@JonDixon: I am indeed. And proud of it!
Funhog
  1. 1273 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

((CBC R3))


markgage
  1. 1274 posted by

markgage on Mar 27, 2015

@AirickAdams You and the cats!!!  Priceless ;) Shhhhhh!
heyjon
  1. 1275 posted by

heyjon on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Babs!  This is a great family we're in!
Chopz87
  1. 1276 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

MR FUSSY FONT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
KristaMark
  1. 1277 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

@smalliebigs    Genuis! 
cathyort
  1. 1278 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

#1256, YES. I will post a note to him on FB!
garjoh
  1. 1279 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

@canadajanes: Handsome pictures we have ;) 
Christine McAvoy
  1. 1280 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

@Balls I was thinking about that upside the other day...

Grant can no longer claim that I'm dating an ENTIRE BAND on live international radio. haha

<3

smalliebigs
  1. 1281 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

The Nanaimo Bard had to wax poetic on this momentous day. 
JonDixon
  1. 1282 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@smallie WHAT IS GOING TO HAPPEN TO SEX VEST WITH THE CHANGES AT R3?!?!?!?!
Michael Wynn
  1. 1283 posted by

Michael Wynn on Mar 27, 2015

Whoah, for a second there I thought this was yesterday's blog.
Chopz87
  1. 1284 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

CHICKEN STEAK!!!!!!!!!!!!
CDNz1
  1. 1285 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Yes! 
  1. wherethefuckisjonjanes
chrisjm
  1. 1286 posted by

chrisjm on Mar 27, 2015

Is there a drinking game going on for the final show (to drown away the emotion)?
kidcauley
  1. 1287 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

Plants and Animals are the bomb - because of R3 Loon Choir was asked to play Wapiti music festival in Fernie, BC - and Plants and Animals were headlining. They ended up being the nicest dudes, and actually invited me to jam with them on stage at a bar in Fernie after the festival. This was topped off by them giving me all their cds, and pounding PBRs and eating licorice with them after the bars closed down. This is probably one of my favorite memories I have ever had while on tour, and it is because of R3 that Loon Choir was even on Wapiti's radar! Thanks R3!
flannel tom
  1. 1288 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

I thought I was a pro at reading the internet but today's blog is proving I have some work to do. I cannot keep up. I should go back to school and get my grade 9.
smalliebigs
  1. 1289 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

@Jon Dixon: it's being turned into an IHOP! 
laurita.snow
  1. 1290 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

Smalliebigs!!!!
JonDixon
  1. 1291 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@slackhopper #1272, Nice!  Me too, although I'm way up Whitehorse way these days.
pjrocksmb
  1. 1292 posted by

pjrocksmb on Mar 27, 2015

I thought it was yesterday's too!
heyjon
  1. 1293 posted by

heyjon on Mar 27, 2015

Now going mobile listening for lunchtime. . . . . . .
rebecca1234
  1. 1294 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

should have hired a housemaid and dog walker for today
AirickAdams
  1. 1295 posted by

AirickAdams on Mar 27, 2015

All of you people on the blog best be at NxNE!! 
darbarspecial
  1. 1296 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Holy Shit! You guys are incredible! It will take me all weekend to catch up.

Enjoy it people!

garjoh
  1. 1297 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

@Backwater Brewery is back! I think the first big R3 blogger I met in real life! Rick Aucoin show in Chicago on your birthday 

<--

zammachus
  1. 1298 posted by

zammachus on Mar 27, 2015

1300 posts and it's only 12:30?!!??!?!


HOLY CRAP!

Frankus
  1. 1299 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

@at 9:24 AM
  1. 1223 posted bymarie_curious I went home for lunch and got sick. Had to call in and let them know I won't be coming back this aft.
slimykisses
  1. 1300 posted by

slimykisses on Mar 27, 2015

I'll be wearing my R3 toque today. Thank you to all the hosts, artists, event planners and listeners for creating such an amazing community!!
flagpole music
  1. 1301 posted by

flagpole music on Mar 27, 2015

Fun to talk to Luke Doucet last night about me starting to listen to R3 after seeing him play the Glenn Gould with Rodeo Kings, Kathleen Edwards, Jason Collett, Tony Dekker, Oh Susanna & more for the "Last Waltz" 30th anniversary show.I met Trevor Weeks, who used to do some photography for CBC & he pointed me towards Craig 's show.That was in 2006.  it'll 9 years in November since I jumped on board as a listener. a bit less on the blog 
balls
  1. 1302 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

But Christine, how will he keep Gossip Island happy that way?

Hi Eric!

canadajanes
  1. 1303 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Garjoh - Ha! Dame right we do!
Shonica
  1. 1304 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

SMALLIE, 

Did you see the Edmonton Interstellar lineup?

glenroy
  1. 1305 posted by

glenroy on Mar 27, 2015

@MackenzieC re:#1261:  Great story!  ha. we still laugh with Dan now and then about that night. we played twice in Brandon that night, and between shows we drove just to catch Dan and crash his stage for Robots. then a few people jumped in our van with us (creepy in retrospect) to go to the next gig. epic night. great people.  the bar mgr of the irish pub we played came up mid-set with his card and told us we were welcome back anytime. incredible.
Chopz87
  1. 1306 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

SMALLIEBIGS!!!!!!!!!
OpalJagger
  1. 1307 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

@Chopz hahaha, once I found out that was the misheard lyric, I can't help but hear it every I listen to that...
evensteven
  1. 1308 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

Can a Brother get a comment in?
carlyg
  1. 1309 posted by

carlyg on Mar 27, 2015

@Shonica - Are you coming to Edmonton Interstellar??
No Longer Lurking
  1. 1310 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

#1296 You better believe it AirickAdams.  And I'll be bringing "coffee" again.
MrFussyfont
  1. 1311 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

ZAMMMMY!!!!!
kidcauley
  1. 1312 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

The Nanaimo Bard is my favorite <3
canadajanes
  1. 1313 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Anyone think there will be some Diamond Space Ants or Urban Ontario Setback played today? :)
smalliebigs
  1. 1314 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

@Shonica: I did! I dig it...although I'm thinking maybe Osheaga! 
carlyg
  1. 1315 posted by

carlyg on Mar 27, 2015

I cannot keep up with the blog today. This is craziness!
MoniSki
  1. 1316 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

aw man... why can't NXNE be more like end of July beginning of August??!?! 


Any R3 music related things happening in Toronto around that time?!?

PhilipST
  1. 1317 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#1262 Love the Wheat Pool! Funny story, @MackenzieC, The Rowdy Farmers wouldn't be a bad name for a band. 
stevierayk
  1. 1318 posted by

stevierayk on Mar 27, 2015

Man I go outside to cure a ham and when I get back there's over 1300 comments.
mcfflyer
  1. 1319 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

This is the most amazing group of people I've ever met.  Or haven't met yet. 
Sless
  1. 1320 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

@erinev #1248

Welp! If I had mascara on it would be running. Thank you for sharing!

WildWorks
  1. 1321 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

@AirickAdams [#1296] Will hope to stack up on some Impossible Project instant films for NXNE. :)
Cicero
  1. 1322 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@Smallie [re:1262] - Glorious yester years

Perhaps a sweater vest

But love letters get burned

watch out for moose.

MrFussyfont
  1. 1323 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

Wondering if Firefox will hang on me this afternoon with all these posts....
tiffyleeson
  1. 1324 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

@No Longer Lurking - are you coming to Toronto for NXNE this summer?
Grant Lawrence
  1. 1325 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

@evensteven barely!!! I feel like I'm on a date with New Jersey Devil Cheerleader!
EricR
  1. 1326 posted by

EricR on Mar 27, 2015

@CdnJanes [#1313] - Diamond Space Ants!  Yeah!
TheIceman
  1. 1327 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

Unlikely Blog Meetup;

Garjoh - who is from Rochester and TheIceman who is from Mississauga, meetup in San Francisco while he is working there.

Magical!

cathyort
  1. 1328 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

Waving to you, Chopz87!

Waving to you, Balls!

My arms hurt.

Chopz87
  1. 1329 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

@opaljagger - It is officially Chicken Steak now, ignore what Caribou might have to say about it! CHICKEN STEAK!!!!! 
iamRobSmith
  1. 1330 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

Did Grant show up or cash in a day off?
Cicero
  1. 1331 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@Alsace - alrighty, next week lady!
flannel tom
  1. 1332 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

I'm taking over the IHOP formerly known as SEX VEST and opening a bar called POWERHOUSE LIQUOR BAR and I'll have $1 draught (watered down of course) as well as $2 bar shots. It's going to be the greasiest, scuzziest black out bar in town. 
lounge_act
  1. 1333 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

@No Longer Lurking: You brew my favourite kind of "coffee".
Grant Lawrence
  1. 1334 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

Did FRANKUS make a GOLDEN THRONE request for comment #1000?!?!?
mcfflyer
  1. 1335 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

The first person to reach out to me when I joined Facebook: TheRadioHead.  Thanks, Pat!
smalliebigs
  1. 1336 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

@KC: remember that time when we met at Osheaga because of R3? Because R3 is awesome and brings complete strangers together from across the country? 

On a serious note: I think R3 might be my biggest source of new friends living in cities other than my own (even more so than travel).

Christine McAvoy
  1. 1337 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

@Balls maybe he'll pre-record a Gossip section to keep everyone updated?! haha.

And there's always the blog. It's just not as blatant here. Hah.

WildWorks
  1. 1338 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Waves back to cathyort :)
Babs46
  1. 1339 posted by

Babs46 on Mar 27, 2015

@MoniSki is that when the nuptials are? :o)
Gibsonguitarist
  1. 1340 posted by

Gibsonguitarist on Mar 27, 2015

Love!  

that is all.

pjrocksmb
  1. 1341 posted by

pjrocksmb on Mar 27, 2015

do we get a CBC sweater for post 2000?


No Longer Lurking
  1. 1342 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@TIFF #1324 - YES (if Toronto will have me again...)
Christine McAvoy
  1. 1343 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

@Lounge_Act it's GREEN TEA! Shhh!  hah
Shonica
  1. 1344 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Carlyg, WHO KNOWS REALLY!
laurita.snow
  1. 1345 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

omg you guys the leader of Hollerado's father-in-law just walked into my work and had a conversation with us about how sad it is that there are less and less CDs around now!
TheRadioHead
  1. 1346 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

I like bringing people together, makes me very happy Lee!
cathyort
  1. 1347 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

Bob the Budgies loves Chicken Steak.

Wow, that sounds awful.

But Molly Rankin's Way Home is still his favourite.

AirickAdams
  1. 1348 posted by

AirickAdams on Mar 27, 2015

"Coffee" "Green Tea" and a "garbage can". 
OpalJagger
  1. 1349 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

@Chopz87, considering the song's ostensibly about divorce, I wouldn't be surprised if an overcooked chicken steak was at fault and we're not just hearing things...
marie_curious
  1. 1350 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

It takes a good friend to say you've got your head up your ass.

So true


pjrocksmb
  1. 1351 posted by

pjrocksmb on Mar 27, 2015

where is MikeV? he would spam the blog to 10,000 to get a CD LOL
carlyg
  1. 1352 posted by

carlyg on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant - Great playlist so far!!!
canadajanes
  1. 1353 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

EricR - Glad someone remembers!
Chopz87
  1. 1354 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

CATHYORT!
flagpole music
  1. 1355 posted by

flagpole music on Mar 27, 2015

yeah!!!  we talked about this last night.  their new tune "Downtown" sounds like a bit of a sequel to this (to me)
MikeV
  1. 1356 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

@stevierayk Hey nice blog photo! You never told me you knew Silent Bob.
kirkofdoom
  1. 1357 posted by

kirkofdoom on Mar 27, 2015

cmac/balls

one of the new features is actually going to be Band Gossip. Just Grant spreading rumours about bands and if they are dating certain well known fan of the years.

luckymaloo
  1. 1358 posted by

luckymaloo on Mar 27, 2015

Holy crap! Can't catch my breath, look at all of you go! What passion! What speedy typists!
smalliebigs
  1. 1359 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

@Beigewash: can I get a position in middle management at this new bar? 
mikeroy9
  1. 1360 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant
  1. 1071

"Long time listener, first time Throner. I am shaking. For a bunch of different reasons. I tend to go for the offbeat. I usually defer to the Master for guidance. The fuzzy party nature of things so far puts me in a bit of Japandroids state of mind. So 'Young Hearts Spark Fire' if it is not too much trouble."

MackenzieC
  1. 1361 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Re: Jon Janes - I texted him to show up on the blog. If he still has his old Halifax phone number...
PhilipST
  1. 1362 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#633 Thanks for the shoutout, @NoLongerLurking! I made a Flickr album w/200 images from my past six years of immersion in this great community. Here's the link. 
morgana
  1. 1363 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

good morning … EVERYONE!!!  holy crap it is a full house today:)
Switters
  1. 1364 posted by

Switters on Mar 27, 2015

@Airick I've been giving people the recipe for your energy balls. People love your balls.
alsace lorraine
  1. 1365 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@smallie. Agreed. I have so many friends across the country and world from R3.
carlyg
  1. 1366 posted by

carlyg on Mar 27, 2015

@Shonica - I am expecting to see you and Mike there! :)  Okay, if not in Edmonton, in Winnipeg at their Interstellar!
KristaMark
  1. 1367 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

@mcflyer  

Lee, I have been so fortunate to meet so many R3 friends over the last few years, but i haven't met YOU or Peggy yet! That doesn't seem right!

pjrocksmb
  1. 1368 posted by

pjrocksmb on Mar 27, 2015

Grant will go down in Canadian music history as making the best playlists!
zammachus
  1. 1369 posted by

zammachus on Mar 27, 2015

I have to transcribe an interview!

I cannot transcribe and listen to the radio at the same time!

AAAAAHHHH!!!!

No Longer Lurking
  1. 1370 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@AirickAdams #1348 - It's the only way to cater a party (well it is if you add gelato to the list).
McS
  1. 1371 posted by

McS on Mar 27, 2015

so which thrones get requests?  500, 1000, 1500, 2000, 3000, 4000, 5000?
Shonica
  1. 1372 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

TRH, What show was it that I introduce myself to you and dock? 
Gibsonguitarist
  1. 1373 posted by

Gibsonguitarist on Mar 27, 2015

@flanneltom

who needs ice for drinks when you can use snow on the ground?

Ballack13
  1. 1374 posted by

Ballack13 on Mar 27, 2015

So many great songs today helps ease the pain of the hostless R3
mikeroy9
  1. 1375 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

P.S. I've just been using the ctrl+f function of the browser and searching for the username of the throne winners, Grant!
garjoh
  1. 1376 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

@Iceman, that was a special day when we met! We chatted for hours like old friends in Palo Alto, CA. Where else can you find these quality people, folks? 

Can't hold back the tears anymore.

flannel tom
  1. 1377 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

A shame that Grant Lawrences face isn't even on the main CBC Music page. It's Serena Ryder instead. 
morgana
  1. 1378 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

@smalliebigs taking the day off of lawyering to run with the old crowd?  nice to see you!
MoniSki
  1. 1379 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

@Babs you wish!!!!! lol. No... it's actually a solo trip this time because Patrick will be busy with looking for work and sorting out where we will be living post-Ireland! 
MackenzieC
  1. 1380 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

@glenyroy # 1261 - That was a good gig you guys played at Clancy's that night. I have a picture with you guys that always makes me laugh whenever I see it. I don't think Clancy's is still  around. Loweeda might be able to correct me on that...
westcrunch
  1. 1381 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

Okay, here's my live show farewell bit. Since we're all here anyway.

To Grant, Lana, Louise, Craig and all the part-time R3 hosts:

You have created a beautiful, magical thing here. You built, from the ground up, a worldwide community of indie music lovers that may have otherwise never come together. You have brought together a mishmash of professionals, students, artists, musicians and nomads into one place, each and every day, to celebrate music. And I think I speak for us all when I say we will be forever grateful.

And on a personal note, thank you for uniting me with so many wonderful, talented and amazing people. My soul is full thanks to their friendship. And even though live blogging is over, I still hope to connect with all of you on a regular basis here, and on a semi-regular basis in real life.

<3 <3 <3

PhilipST
  1. 1382 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Love this vintage Luke Doucet, and his guitar playing. 
Wapuche
  1. 1383 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

I can't even keep up with this stuff in realtime. And I'm a fast reader. Almost as fast a reader as I am a talker.
mcfflyer
  1. 1384 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

@KristaMark - Well, my friend, you know where I live, and the welcome mat's out!
TheRadioHead
  1. 1385 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

Wasn't that Eliott Brood, Shonica?  At the Pyramid?
kidcauley
  1. 1386 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

@smallie: of course I do! that is a great memory - we were basically drunk on summer sunshine, and they had to keep spraying the crowd with water because it was sooooooo hot outside. and then we went to the arkells motown set! what a great weekend. Also, you wore bright green wayfarers - which I feel is a poor sunglass choice. Good thing I looked past that ;)Also remember all the people who met up at the inaugral Field Trip music fest! great time!
slackhopper
  1. 1387 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

@zammachus: Oddly enough, I have the exact same problem! Two interviews, in fact.
marie_curious
  1. 1388 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

The naxt throne is 2000
centropomus
  1. 1389 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Blog is moving so fast it's seriously giving me a headache.
Christine McAvoy
  1. 1390 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

I think the requests should be 500, 1000, and then every thousand after that... 2000, 3000 etc. otherwise too much going on, esp today.
Chopz87
  1. 1391 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

@Opaljagger -  You See!?!? CHICKEN STEAK!!!!!!!!!!!!!
erinev
  1. 1392 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

grant; my comment at 1248 was for you!
Grant Lawrence
  1. 1393 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

@mcs we've never gone above the Porcelain Platinum Throne so I don't know!!!!
cathyort
  1. 1394 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

#1334, TRH got me to join Facebook, too.

I owe that awesome lady a lot for that.

AirickAdams
  1. 1395 posted by

AirickAdams on Mar 27, 2015

Beer O' Clock all day!!!!!
Christine McAvoy
  1. 1396 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

@Kirk/Balls... I think he's LOVE that... we should pitch it to him later when he can actually read our posts.
OpalJagger
  1. 1397 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

@McS they should hand out blog topic choices for the winners of the thrones in the 1000s...you get to create and moderate a blog discussion for a day. DO IT GRANT.
MackenzieC
  1. 1398 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Just got confirmation from Jon Janes, he'll be showing up later.
tiffyleeson
  1. 1399 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

@No Longer Lurking - I'll ask, but i'm sure it's fine ;)



markgage
  1. 1400 posted by

markgage on Mar 27, 2015

@AirickAdams We are on it.  See profile pic.
krib
  1. 1401 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

SRK,

you cured a ham that quickly?!? it takes me days to do that

Frankus
  1. 1402 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

at 9:30 AM#1316 posted byMoniSki We will make something happen.
tiffyleeson
  1. 1403 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

I feel like i'm going to spend an hour tonight actually reading this thread.
AirickAdams
  1. 1404 posted by

AirickAdams on Mar 27, 2015

HI TIFFANY! 
mikeroy9
  1. 1405 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant In case it was pushed off:@FRANKUS THRONE REQUEST (#1071)

"Long time listener, first time Throner. I am shaking. For a bunch of different reasons. I tend to go for the offbeat. I usually defer to the Master for guidance. The fuzzy party nature of things so far puts me in a bit of Japandroids state of mind. So 'Young Hearts Spark Fire' if it is not too much trouble."

garfielduk
  1. 1406 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@McS comment 1500 got the Platinum Throne yesterday so I think 2000 is Diamond
flannel tom
  1. 1407 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

@smallie - you're hired. I need all the middle management I can get.
centropomus
  1. 1408 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Dear CBC:

Do you see this? Do you care?

Come to your senses and fix it. That is all.

Sincerely,

An Unreasonable American

WildWorks
  1. 1409 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

I think after the platinum throne, it should be the landmark/mountain names. The Banff Throne, Whistler Throne or whatever. :) <kidding around>
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 1410 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

WESTCRUNCH, live hosting is over, but not live blogging, by Grant anyway -- and us.
TheRadioHead
  1. 1411 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

You don't have to pay that one back, Cathyort!
Wapuche
  1. 1412 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@westcrunch- I will always remember Home County and your Care Bears dress. 

At least, I'm pretty sure it was Care Bears. I get my 80's children's marketing programs mixed up sometimes.

c792773
  1. 1413 posted by

c792773 on Mar 27, 2015

I hate to hog the bandwidth by streaming audio at a coffee shop. But is today an exception due to extenuating circumstances? 
reginula
  1. 1414 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@Garf #1406 I thought 2000 was poutine. 2500 can be diamond. 
MackenzieC
  1. 1415 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Golden Throne


Grant this was posted a few times:


  1. 1071

"Long time listener, first time Throner. I am shaking. For a bunch of different reasons. I tend to go for the offbeat. I usually defer to the Master for guidance. The fuzzy party nature of things so far puts me in a bit of Japandroids state of mind. So 'Young Hearts Spark Fire' if it is not too much trouble."



Shonica
  1. 1416 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Blog,

Chrispyprotools is listening up in Northern Manitoba and wants to say,

HELLO to you all and that you are all gems!
PhilipST
  1. 1417 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Sheesh, this Blood's Too Rich is a great song!!
kidcauley
  1. 1418 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

do you guys remember when a bot would sometimes show up on the blog and write hilarious things? I hope that bot shows up today - oh the memories!
zammachus
  1. 1419 posted by

zammachus on Mar 27, 2015

Slackhopper

SCREW JOURNALISM!

The news can wait until tomorrow!

Sless
  1. 1420 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

DAMN THESE ROBOTBREAKS! DAMN THEM ALL TO HELL!!
Grant Lawrence
  1. 1421 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

I'm here, I'm here!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
tiffyleeson
  1. 1422 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

@AirickAdams  - HELLO!!!  I said hello Portland a couple hundred posts ago, but you must have missed it lol
lounge_act
  1. 1423 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

Wooooo!
tiffyleeson
  1. 1424 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant Lawrence - Hello!!   Have fun today!!! x
KristaMark
  1. 1425 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

@mccflyer    

Someday my friend!! We have traveled california many times, but haven't been back in awhile. Must get back there ...we've promised Tim @musicsoup we'd visit him in LA

No Longer Lurking
  1. 1426 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant Lawrence - Do you still have my CBC frisbee and if so, can I have it back (please)?
Backwater Brewery
  1. 1427 posted by

Backwater Brewery on Mar 27, 2015

YES!!!!
McS
  1. 1428 posted by

McS on Mar 27, 2015

@Westcrunch did you ever get an email from me on FB for the SecR3t santa? Thank you so much for the gift!
centropomus
  1. 1429 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Wooooo!!!!!
MikeV
  1. 1430 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

WOLF PARADEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
alsace lorraine
  1. 1431 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@KidCauley. I do remember that bot. It was like super confusing poetry. Also, hey there, I hope the band is going well. Hopefully you play Calgary again soon
carrieg
  1. 1432 posted by

carrieg on Mar 27, 2015 Morning! Grant & everyone - Thank you for your friendship, laughs, love, and so many wonderful memories! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Backwater Brewery
  1. 1433 posted by

Backwater Brewery on Mar 27, 2015 THIS SONG IS NEEDED

DrSunshine
  1. 1434 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

WOLF PARADE!!! Nice shout Grant.
rebecca1234
  1. 1435 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

hello grant! feel like i am losing the son i never had
darbarspecial
  1. 1436 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!


Oh how I will miss your WOOOOs Grant!

laurita.snow
  1. 1437 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Switters: I remember you telling me about those energy balls!

hooooooooooly crap the blog is flying!

Switters
  1. 1438 posted by

Switters on Mar 27, 2015

God I miss Wolf Parade something fierce
OpalJagger
  1. 1439 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO SUCH A CLASSIC
Wapuche
  1. 1440 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

Alright, I partially take back what I said about Wolf Parade. I do love this particular song. 
iamRobSmith
  1. 1441 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

Wolf Parade oh yeah!
mikeroy9
  1. 1442 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

That Wolf Parade shout just made my day. Mainly for my love of Wolf Parade.
JonDixon
  1. 1443 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@Tom I'd like to be the guy on the microphone announcing the girls.  I just to get one of those strip club guy voice modulators.
AirickAdams
  1. 1444 posted by

AirickAdams on Mar 27, 2015

Comment 2000 -- Golden Throne

Comment 2050 -- A really nice whicker chair

comment 3000 -- Diamond Throne

comment 3050 -- A hand made chair with a leg rest

comment 4000 -- Some milk crates I borrowed once

comment 4050 -- A second really nice whicker chair. But with cats and/ or puppies

NotWapuche
  1. 1445 posted by

NotWapuche on Mar 27, 2015

Of all the R3 hosts, I'm going to miss Wapuche the most. I know I only listened on the one time that he was on the LCHI with Craig, but damn that guy has some chops.
smalliebigs
  1. 1446 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

@KC: I was drunk on summer sunshine AND awful festival beer! Ha! Oh, what a lovely memory. You folks were all so friendly...notwithstanding sunglasses commentary. 

@Morgana: I wish! Just periodic breaks to take part in this grade A reunion!

darbarspecial
  1. 1447 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

#1437 and #1438 - Lots of DarDar posts today it seems.
garfielduk
  1. 1448 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Reg #141, I would be happy just to call them thrones today and have them every 500 comments. That's what I am making a record of anyway. (yeah I'm a nerd)
No Longer Lurking
  1. 1449 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Oh Wolf Parade, soundtrack to many happy a road trip (apart from that time Apologies... got stuck in the CD player)
OpalJagger
  1. 1450 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

If anyone has a wicked double-widescreen-monitor set-up like I do, flip one of them on its side - so much easier to scroll through the blog! (though, I already had it like that for document review here at work - BUT IT STILL WORKS)
lindsey.who
  1. 1451 posted by

lindsey.who on Mar 27, 2015

I am streaming through my laptop at my work where I don't have wi-fi...from my cellphone data.

I am going to be paying a FORTUNE this month in overuse.

worth it

luckymaloo
  1. 1452 posted by

luckymaloo on Mar 27, 2015

Bring back the toques & scarves, that will generate enough revenue to get Grant back LIVE, right?

Best sound advice:don't be a dick.

flannel tom
  1. 1453 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

First R3 person who reached out to me, I think, was @loweeda for Regina Folk Fest. The first ones I met were her, theradiohead, Carlyg, jenelle and.. whoever else was around that night. John Prine was the headliner, it was awesome. I broke up with (ok, got dumped by) my ex later that year and at the time it sucked but it turned out to be the best thing. knowing the R3gina crew helped for sure.Thanks dudes and dudettes.
Sless
  1. 1454 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

Man!

I really want the wicket chair!

hotpatch
  1. 1455 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

today the blog is like a supremely spicy bean burrito 



geez it goes right through you

kidcauley
  1. 1456 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

Don't be a dick is the motto of my life - and the best piece of advice you can give anyone.


My life philosophy:

1) Don't be a dick2) Be cool3) Give less of a shit4) Do you

But no. 1 is always paramount

marie_curious
  1. 1457 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

@Airick: check your numbers...
themountainsandthetrees
  1. 1458 posted by

themountainsandthetrees on Mar 27, 2015

Hi!
Shonica
  1. 1459 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Carly, Where is GibsonGuitar77 today?
jdurley
  1. 1460 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

#1445 "NotWapuche" - HILARIOUS!!
PhilipST
  1. 1461 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

With host-less radio, I wonder if there will be any effort made to ID the songs and the bands playing them, apart from the playlog, which we all know is erratic. Oh well, I guess we'll find it next week. 
canadajanes
  1. 1462 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

I know Radio3 will continue and that things much change to improve, but I will probably write a sappy goodbye post as well. This place has meant a lot to me. As have all of you.
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 1463 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

HI ERIC!
reginula
  1. 1464 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@Lindsey High five! My bill is going to be huge this month. BUT IT'S WORTH IT!
Shonica
  1. 1465 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

TRH, it was at the Park theatre.
tiffyleeson
  1. 1466 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

@AirickAdams - HAHAHA  #1444  
erinev
  1. 1467 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

1456- this is why we are best friends!!
rebecca1234
  1. 1468 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

some jeremy fisher
darbarspecial
  1. 1469 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

@Tom - I was there but didn't say much. :p
laurenjean
  1. 1470 posted by

laurenjean on Mar 27, 2015

I'll never forget the feeling of honour and elation that came over me when Grant first read one of my blog comments on air. It was the feeling of being heard, the feeling that my voice mattered as a part of a larger conversation, the feeling of being welcomed into a tight-knit yet expansive community. That was about 5 years ago, and even though my blog activity was relatively short-lived, I feel so fortunate to have been a part of the R3 community throughout many of its incarnations.

I didn't think I was going to get emotional today, but seeing the Sasquatch photo in the timeline triggered a similar feeling of honour and inclusion, and reminded me of how much R3 meant to me at a time in my life when I was craving a sense of community.

Thanks for the memories Grant, brilliant members of the R3 team over the years, YVR3, and R3 community!

MikeV
  1. 1471 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

Now I just need to hear some Handsome Furs.
sbarbara
  1. 1472 posted by

sbarbara on Mar 27, 2015

i can't believe the blog, i can't keep up.  LOVE THE PARTY!
AirickAdams
  1. 1473 posted by

AirickAdams on Mar 27, 2015

Brenda!
flannel tom
  1. 1474 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

@JD - I was thinking we'll serve rat burgers... think you could be in charge of the kitchen instead? I'm planning on letting the wet t-shirt nights happen organically. 
Babs46
  1. 1475 posted by

Babs46 on Mar 27, 2015

#1458 Jon Janes is back!!!
NotWapuche
  1. 1476 posted by

NotWapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@jdurley- Thank you. It's only my second time on the blog, but I really feel like part of one big, united, Wapuche family.
pjrocksmb
  1. 1477 posted by

pjrocksmb on Mar 27, 2015

@1461 a robot will provide the info you need
garfielduk
  1. 1478 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

The first member of the the R3 community I met was TheIceman when he came home to find me sat at his front door.
kidcauley
  1. 1479 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

@smalliebigs: what band were we watching when we met up?
CDNz1
  1. 1480 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

THE MOUNTAINS AND THE TREES ARE BACK!
lounge_act
  1. 1481 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

@hotpatch: You coming to NxNE this year?  If so, you want me to pick you up a little something from Canada for when you get here?
mikeroy9
  1. 1482 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

@themountainsandthetrees are you this the mountains and trees by chance? if so, i love your music!
laurita.snow
  1. 1483 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Rebecca: Yeah Jeremy Fisher!

@ Erinev: It's so great that Dragonboat Fest is free, but do we know WHY it's free??

kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 1484 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

@LAURENJEAN: it's been a long time. miss you!
Frankus
  1. 1485 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

Beautiful! All of it.
canadajanes
  1. 1486 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Mr. Jon "Shares my last name" Janes! 
Wapuche
  1. 1487 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

Man, even NotWapuche showed up. It's a party now!
flannel tom
  1. 1488 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

@darbar - yeah, you and probably krib and jay and matty... I only said "hi" basically but that's where I got inducted into the club.
Buckit
  1. 1489 posted by

Buckit on Mar 27, 2015 exactly Laurajean @ 1470

AirickAdams
  1. 1490 posted by

AirickAdams on Mar 27, 2015

DAVE!!!!!!!!
erinev
  1. 1491 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

aww man :( thanks for reading that grant, i'm honoured 
OpalJagger
  1. 1492 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

DAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVEEEEEEEEEEEEE
Funhog
  1. 1493 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

WOOOO
MrFussyfont
  1. 1494 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

SHUMMMY!!!!!
marie_curious
  1. 1495 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

SHUMMMMMYYYYYY
flannel tom
  1. 1496 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

Shumka, what chunka funka!
wedgeport
  1. 1497 posted by

wedgeport on Mar 27, 2015

Great tunes!
mikeroy9
  1. 1498 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

DAVE
Chopz87
  1. 1499 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

SHUMKA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Lana Gay
  1. 1500 posted by

Lana Gay on Mar 27, 2015

Shumka Chunk! Oh man, so fun.
Old Abe
  1. 1501 posted by

Old Abe on Mar 27, 2015

Shumka!!
AirickAdams
  1. 1502 posted by

AirickAdams on Mar 27, 2015

THE SHUMKA CHUNK WAS THE BEST!
CBarn
  1. 1503 posted by

CBarn on Mar 27, 2015

SHUMKAAAAAAA! STOP PODCASTING YOURSELF FANS HEARTS EXPLODING!
flagpole music
  1. 1504 posted by

flagpole music on Mar 27, 2015

Shummy!!!
mcfflyer
  1. 1505 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

SHUMKA!
KristaMark
  1. 1506 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

DAVE SHUMKA!! you were the BEST on R3!
Backwater Brewery
  1. 1507 posted by

Backwater Brewery on Mar 27, 2015

THE CHUNK-
Wapuche
  1. 1508 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

The first time my MaxFun and R3 fandoms converged, but it wouldn't be the last. 
MikeV
  1. 1509 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

SHUMKA! Nice guy.
CBarn
  1. 1510 posted by

CBarn on Mar 27, 2015

Love you, too, though Grant!
markgage
  1. 1511 posted by

markgage on Mar 27, 2015

AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
OpalJagger
  1. 1512 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

Dave's Christmas special in...2011? was one of the best/funniest R3 specials I ever heard
mikeroy9
  1. 1513 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

LANA GAY YOU ARE ON THE THRONE
mandypants
  1. 1514 posted by

mandypants on Mar 27, 2015

I'm here, I'm here!  haven't been on the blog for awhile so it took me a bit to figure out how to get on here...Hi Grant, everyone and Shummy!!!
carlyg
  1. 1515 posted by

carlyg on Mar 27, 2015

Shumka Chunk! I loved his shows!
Shonica
  1. 1516 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

WHOO HOOO DAVE!
lounge_act
  1. 1517 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

@laurita.snow: Because of all the double-doubles we've purchased.
darbarspecial
  1. 1518 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

jljakobsen was the first R3er I met in person. I recognized her from her  profile pic and introduced myself. I also saw Mattyjames bopping around with his Blue Jays hat that night.
hotpatch
  1. 1519 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

shumka!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
CDNz1
  1. 1520 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

DAVE!
sbarbara
  1. 1521 posted by

sbarbara on Mar 27, 2015

shumka chunk!
Buckit
  1. 1522 posted by

Buckit on Mar 27, 2015

Nice to hear Dave not in the stop podcasting yourself format


alsace lorraine
  1. 1523 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

I miss Dave Shumka's hosting so much, but listening to Stop Podcasting Yourself is a nice substitute.

I won stuff on his Favourite Things shows twice and I was happy to have met him last year.

westcrunch
  1. 1524 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

@Wapuche I still have that dress!



Funhog
  1. 1525 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

LANA GAY in at comment 1500!

BLOG PARTY

kirkofdoom
  1. 1526 posted by

kirkofdoom on Mar 27, 2015

I think we've finally found out why Shumka stopped hosting! 
deiru
  1. 1527 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

LANA GAY IN THE GOLDEN THRONE

@ LANA REQUEST HEXTALLS - GRANT LAWRENCE KING OF THE FOREST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

carlyg
  1. 1528 posted by

carlyg on Mar 27, 2015

I also met my first bunch of R3 folks at Regina Folk Festival. It must have been the year before Tom met us all. The lovely JLJacobsen introduced me!
JonDixon
  1. 1529 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@FT I cook a mean rat burger - plus I assume that I get to catch the fuckers too?  Can I wear a bucket hat instead of a hair net?
Ballack13
  1. 1530 posted by

Ballack13 on Mar 27, 2015

I miss Shumka! 
Sless
  1. 1531 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

Wow that's an old voice I haven't heard in a while!
garfielduk
  1. 1532 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

And Lana takes the Platinum Throne!
alsace lorraine
  1. 1533 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@Kirk. The mystery is solved!!
flannel tom
  1. 1534 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

Fresh off the Baby Leave! CHUMKAAAAA
DrSunshine
  1. 1535 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

@LanaGay at 1500! This blog is rigged.
Cicero
  1. 1536 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

SHUMKA ASK FOR GRANT LAWRENCE KING OF THE FOREST!!!
OpalJagger
  1. 1537 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

How poetic is it that an R3 host got a throne on the final day? :)
kidcauley
  1. 1538 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

I LOVE THIS SONG!!!!!
CDNz1
  1. 1539 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

1527 + 100000000000000
Chopz87
  1. 1540 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

THE SHUMKA CHUNK WAS THE FIRST SHOW I HEARD ON R3, I DIDNT EVEN KNOW WHO GRANT WAS CAUSE HE WAS OFF FOR THE SUMMER. WHEN GRANT CAME BACK I WAS LIKE "WHO IS THIS GRANT LAWRENCE AND WHERE IS MY SHUMKA CHUNK???????"
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 1541 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

LANA!!
Laura Beth
  1. 1542 posted by

Laura Beth on Mar 27, 2015

I wonder what @Grant's last tune is going to be?  Has there been guesses?
flannel tom
  1. 1543 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

Did you guys know Dave Shumka played in a band called The Screaming Eagles? They have a cbc music page, I'm pretty sure. 
MackenzieC
  1. 1544 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

I can't remember who the first R3 person I met... I think it might have TheRadioHead when I picked up her son's cockatiel because my family was adopting it. Or Cody Lobreau at the Lo Pub.
ryanmaksymic
  1. 1545 posted by

ryanmaksymic on Mar 27, 2015

Shumka! A big part of my Summer 2011 blogship.

Also, everyone should be listening to Stop Podcasting Yourself if you're not.

flannel tom
  1. 1546 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

@chopz - I loved listening that summer! Shumka Chink was great. 
Christine McAvoy
  1. 1547 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

My doorbell buzzes, it's the mail lady, i get my mail (THANKS ERIC!!!!) and come back. 100 comments later. Although i caught most of Shummy.


YAY!

mj2k1
  1. 1548 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

The start of this song and the start of "The Other Shoe" are identical and I like both songs so it's always a good surprise
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 1549 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

@Mackenzie: Cody Lobreau! he was one of the first R3ers that I interacted with.
iamRobSmith
  1. 1550 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

Wow, this brings back some memories!
laurita.snow
  1. 1551 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Grant: Thank you for all of the wonderful, wonderful things that you, Lana and all of the hosts have done! You have introduced me to a wellspring of Canadian talent, made me proud of my culture and my country's landscape and the wonderful people in it! You guys warm my heart, keep me going and I'm trying not to cry as I write this.

Thank you all. Thank you, thank you, thank you. Sending lots of warmth from Ottawa!

OpalJagger
  1. 1552 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

@Laura Beth, there's been a bunch...heavy on The Weakerthans, a few Wheat Pool guesses, "Letter From An Occupant" back-to-back-to-back haha
AirickAdams
  1. 1553 posted by

AirickAdams on Mar 27, 2015

No Problem, CMac.
Snarf
  1. 1554 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

Hi blogg - this is 10,000 x crazier than I expected. Glad I am working from home.

Woo! love this Unicorns track.

Grant Lawrence
  1. 1555 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

MANYPANTS IS BACK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
alsace lorraine
  1. 1556 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

It is nice to see so many Stop Podcasting Yourself listeners on here.

Now, when is Grant going to be a guest on SPY? Id love to hear that. Come on Dave!!!

cathyort
  1. 1557 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@MackenzieC, we are blog profile pic twins!
iamRobSmith
  1. 1558 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

S'up Snarf!?
No Longer Lurking
  1. 1559 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

I feel really bad for anyone trying to follow the blog on a mobile device today...
MikeV
  1. 1560 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

Yes, the Unicorns! Never got to see them. I saw Clues though! They were the best.
Dave Shumka
  1. 1561 posted by

Dave Shumka on Mar 27, 2015

Hi everybody! Look at me on the blog over here!
Laura Beth
  1. 1562 posted by

Laura Beth on Mar 27, 2015

@OpalJagger ohhhh I think Weakerthans is a great guess. 
mj2k1
  1. 1563 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

GRANT DID YOU WEAR PANTS TODAY? YOU PROBABLY DIDN'T NEED TO. FYI
laurita.snow
  1. 1564 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

HI DAVE!
Grant Lawrence
  1. 1565 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

What? Wait! R3 host Lana Gay is in the Platinum Throne!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (comment #1500!!!!)
AirickAdams
  1. 1566 posted by

AirickAdams on Mar 27, 2015

People can follow the blog on mobile devices still!?! What the shit? I can not!
124th Street Beat
  1. 1567 posted by

124th Street Beat on Mar 27, 2015

@GRANT!!!!!!

I just wanted to say thanks for all the good times, been listening to you since you started on CBC Radio 2 and it will be weird to not hear you in the same capacity anymore. I hope that all the changes go well and life just gets better.

I won't really have time to spend much time on the blog today- Science is getting in the way, but I wanted to let you know that I am listening and loving every minute of it!

(PS - I have to miss the last 1/2 hour.... is this going to be podcasted?? that would be great)

YAY UNICORNS!!

krib
  1. 1568 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

Shumka: and that was Hey! Ocean with Big Blue Wave, or as I like to call it, BBW
flannel tom
  1. 1569 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

apparently Unicorns man (I forget his name... Nick?) hangs out with Hollywood types like Jenny Slate on the regs. 
rebecca1234
  1. 1570 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

how do you read and listen?
Wapuche
  1. 1571 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

I need to shower and shave, but I can't leave the blog for FOMO. Also, the music has basically been all of my favorite songs from the last 5 years. 
laurita.snow
  1. 1572 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant: YES SHE IS!
darbarspecial
  1. 1573 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Glad you could join us Mandypants!!
OpalJagger
  1. 1574 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

PEW PEW PEWWWWW
deiru
  1. 1575 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

AWWWWWWWWWWWW YISSSSSSSSSSSSSS THE SLEW
MackenzieC
  1. 1576 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

@cathyort #1557 - is that the baseball tee version? Mine's the brown tee. Wearing my If I Could Only Leave Here t-shirt today in honour of all the great local bands I've been introduced to thanks to R3.
slackhopper
  1. 1577 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant: Shout out to all the Sault Ste. Marie Radio3-ers... please play Kalle Mattson 'An American Dream'! Pretty please? Remember that time you said on air he was from Thunder Bay? And then I called you out on Twitter? And then you mispronounced my name? And I called you out again? HA! Good times, am I right?
centropomus
  1. 1578 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Wooooo!
Snarf
  1. 1579 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Rob! Nice to 'see' you - how is fatherhood? Or tell me at Steamworks tonight if you are joining YVR3?
ryanmaksymic
  1. 1580 posted by

ryanmaksymic on Mar 27, 2015 An R3 Memory... My friend's Edmonton-based band booked an ambitious US tour, not knowing many people south of the border. I got in touch with some lovable Oregon- and California-based gentlemen, and they both went out to shows to support them!

Shoutout to Eric and Tim <3

slackhopper
  1. 1581 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

HOLY SNARKS! I simply ADORE The Slew!
flannel tom
  1. 1582 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

I made a very unfortunate typo... Shumka Chunk. ChUnk.
luckymaloo
  1. 1583 posted by

luckymaloo on Mar 27, 2015

wooooooooo f@ck yeah!
mcfflyer
  1. 1584 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

@Dave Shumka: Congrats on fatherhood!  And I've missed you on R3!
cathyort
  1. 1585 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@MackenzieC #1576, I think so?
PhilipST
  1. 1586 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#1420 Great post, @laurenjean. I remember that feeling, of having a comment read on air. It's always been thrill, the first time, and times since. Thanks. 
hytumb69
  1. 1587 posted by

hytumb69 on Mar 27, 2015

YES!!  Love this song...
OpalJagger
  1. 1588 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

@flannel tom, Nick Diamonds (though I feel like that's definitely not his real last name...)
themountainsandthetrees
  1. 1589 posted by

themountainsandthetrees on Mar 27, 2015

@1482: That's me. My musical career is directly tied to R3 support starting in 2009 at TIFF. It's always been special to me. *Puts on 3 hats, 2 scarves, shades, 5 shirts, 10 buttons, a knit sweater, and plays slide whistle*
flannel tom
  1. 1590 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

Tim and Eric... Eric and Tim. 

Different dudes!

Chopz87
  1. 1591 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

SHUMKA 2016!!!!!!!!!!!!!
iamRobSmith
  1. 1592 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

@Snarf I'm great and fatherhood is fantastic!  Won't be there tonight:(

How's things with you eh?

westcrunch
  1. 1593 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

Ugh. Sorry if anybody is actually talking to me on the blog today and I'm not answering.

I'm drowning at work today and have a lot to do to make up for it, so I'm listening but not blogging as much.Which means that everytime I look at the blog I'm behind like 200 comments


krib
  1. 1594 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

oh damn, meeting in 9 minutes. there goes my ability to keep up
Switters
  1. 1595 posted by

Switters on Mar 27, 2015

Grant, are you going to shirtcock in the studio for nostalgia?
Grant Lawrence
  1. 1596 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks to everyone who has shown up today. You have no idea how much it means to us. 
smalliebigs
  1. 1597 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

@KC: oh wow...that's a good question. Um...I know it was at the main stage further to the left. Was it Dan Mangan? The Shins? No, that would be too late. 
PhilipST
  1. 1598 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#Desk-dancing. 
Frankus
  1. 1599 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

Can you say "Booger" on air? That would be a good shout out to all of the older folk here Dr. Grant.
mcfflyer
  1. 1600 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Just got a text from a co-worker who is closer to the blog's average age than mine.  She asked if I was at home on the blog, and hoped I was having fun.    I think she understands. 

Thanks Megan!

Emma Godmere
  1. 1601 posted by

Emma Godmere on Mar 27, 2015

#1596 +103890928. 
Kirk Avery
  1. 1602 posted by

Kirk Avery on Mar 27, 2015

Just skimming through, but #1444 caught my eye…I'm aiming for the wicker chair! Diamond throne would be a sight though, for sure
hotpatch
  1. 1603 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

this would be a good day to have a video feed of the studio
krib
  1. 1604 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

whoa, it's so fast today that even the the blog weirds out and shows you a double of your own post, there are 3 posts in between
WildWorks
  1. 1605 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

You rock Grant! :) [#1596]
PhilipST
  1. 1606 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#1596 We hear you, Grant, same for you, friend!!
Chopz87
  1. 1607 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

@flannel tom - hahahahahahaha
Laura Beth
  1. 1608 posted by

Laura Beth on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant it means a lot to us too!  
cathyort
  1. 1609 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@themountainsandthetrees, your beautiful music is synonymous with our R3 listening days.
laurita.snow
  1. 1610 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Dave: Congrats on being a dad! You sound like you'll be an excellent one! boy or girl? sorry I am at work and can't pay too much attention for too long, though I'd like to!
Shonica
  1. 1611 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

So happy I can be here!
WildWorks
  1. 1612 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

@hotpatch Yeah, he should use Periscope or Meerkat for the video feed.
TheIceman
  1. 1613 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

First Radio3 bloggers I ever met in real life. TB3 & Dawn.H.

I also met the super friendly Casey from Elliot Brood.

That's a hella nice boy you've got there Babs!

Snarf
  1. 1614 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

rob - fine fine. I keep moving because I hate Vancouver housing, but work is getting and better while housing gets worse and worse. So pros cons.
canadajanes
  1. 1615 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

My Sappy Love You All Post

This has been such a great community, especially to me. The love and trust that folks showed my wife and I during our 5 month cross continent road trip in 2013 was just amazing. Huge thanks to the folks that let us stay with them: SethDallob, Lee Mcfflyer Hower, Lee's friend Tom, AirickAdams, Christine Cmac (who let us stay with her despite not being home!), Smalliebigs, KathyJean, CarlyG, Donna "ioweeda" Lowe and TheRadioHead. You all really made our trip and are just truly amazing people.

Dave Shumka
  1. 1616 posted by

Dave Shumka on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks for the comments, gang. Such a busy blog day!
MackenzieC
  1. 1617 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

@ Grant it means a lot to us too.
kidcauley
  1. 1618 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

@smallie: I am going out on a limb and saying it was Young the Giant
Sless
  1. 1619 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

When I think back to when I signed up and created a profile. I remember back to meeting @erinev and @Kidcauley

I had finished work or something but was supposed to be meeting up with a mutual friend to watch hockey. I don't care about hockey. Least of all the Sens. That's when I met both of them. They had R3 toques on/with them. IMMEDIATELY I noticed and started asking where/how/when/where to get them! That's when I learned about the benefits of creating an account. April 14, 2012 I created an account and for the next few months started making playlists that of songs that just came on, which I still do.

Finally I started taking part in the blogs. Never looked back. I can say that I have met some amazing people now because of R3.

Thank you to everyone who makes this community and thank you to the hosts that make these days fly by. I look forward with cagey anticipation for what comes next. I will always listen for as long as Radio 3 plays!

kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 1620 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

WE LOVE YOU, GRANT & LANA :)

we're really just showing you a fraction of what you guys really deserve.

lounge_act
  1. 1621 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

I hope Gene Simmons comes on with his well-wishes.
iamRobSmith
  1. 1622 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

OH SHIT YEAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
cathyort
  1. 1623 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

Cue weeping.
erinev
  1. 1624 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS
centropomus
  1. 1625 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Yes! Lovely Allen!!!!
marie_curious
  1. 1626 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

WEWWWOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!
AirickAdams
  1. 1627 posted by

AirickAdams on Mar 27, 2015

@Flannel Tom -- Or are we?!
darbarspecial
  1. 1628 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

YESSSS!!!!! HOLY FUCK!!!!
McS
  1. 1629 posted by

McS on Mar 27, 2015

WHOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!
centropomus
  1. 1630 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Totally cranked!
kidcauley
  1. 1631 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

@Sless is the bomb dot com
Wapuche
  1. 1632 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

Damn straight, Grant. This is the song that made me love electronic music. 
Frankus
  1. 1633 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

PhilipST - This: "#1420 Great post, @laurenjean. I remember that feeling, of having a comment read on air. It's always been thrill, the first time, and times since. Thanks. "          That is it, eh? We had our little voices heard by all. Makes it feel a bit more connected.
Shonica
  1. 1634 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Cue the tears!
morgana
  1. 1635 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

@smallie #1446 can't keep up today!  good luck with the work load.  glad you made time to hang for a bit.  we can catch up on a slower day … talking music and travel as usual:)
iamRobSmith
  1. 1636 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

C'mon Grant - NORTHERN TOUCH!!!!!!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 1637 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Well, it's officially whisky o'clock here.  

Here's to CBC R3, long may she continue to bring together people from across the world through the common language of music.

reginula
  1. 1638 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant EXCUUUUSE ME? The greatest instrumental song is Meet Me In the Basement. Which I really hope is played after this.  
mikeroy9
  1. 1639 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

Echo everyone here in saying how much this station has done for each and every one of us! 
flannel tom
  1. 1640 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

@airick, Now I'm not so sure!
JonDixon
  1. 1641 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@Slackhopper how old are you?  
alsace lorraine
  1. 1642 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

WHOOOOOOOO! One of the greatest songs EVER!
garjoh
  1. 1643 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

With the parallel discussion on Facebook, this could be my afternoon. Need to try to recode my dissertation paper though. Ugh. 
Cicero
  1. 1644 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant and the gang in the studio - You mean the world to us :-D

Thank you all for your commitment and dedication to this lovely little community! It wouldn't be what it is without you all doing the hard work! So much love to all of you!

slackhopper
  1. 1645 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

My favourite Canadian instrumental of all time is BSS 'Meet Me In The Basement' First time I saw them perform it live, I almost cried. Almost afraid to admit that.
MikeV
  1. 1646 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

Holy Fuck!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Still one of the best/strangest shows I have ever seen. What does it mean for your career when you follow a roller derby and a wrestling match?


It means you have made it.

AirickAdams
  1. 1647 posted by

AirickAdams on Mar 27, 2015

Holy Fuck, top 5 live performers. 
kidcauley
  1. 1648 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

One time my parents made my brother and I leave the dinner table for wearing Holy Fuck t-shirts - the memories!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 1649 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Regina #1638 - I agree, but this is a damn close second.  It's even more impressive if you see them play it live.
Dave Shumka
  1. 1650 posted by

Dave Shumka on Mar 27, 2015

I thought the Screaming Eagles did the greatest Canadian instrumentals.
MackenzieC
  1. 1651 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

@ lounge_act #1620 aw yissss! Remember when he said Hey Ocean! weren't going to go anywhere because they left his label? If they even got that far in his mentoring...
societyfinch
  1. 1652 posted by

societyfinch on Mar 27, 2015

SOOO GOOOOOOOODDDDDD
jdurley
  1. 1653 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

LOVELY ALLEN YESSSSSSSSSS!!!!
mikeroy9
  1. 1654 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

Definitely have felt some feels to this and BSS 'Meet Me in the Basement'
polihack
  1. 1655 posted by

polihack on Mar 27, 2015

I remember listening to your first R3 podcast, on a friend's suggestion, and having my mind blown. A favourite memories is driving down West Coast Road, outside of Sooke BC, on a sunny Saturday morning, and hearing Chad Vangaalen, Wintersleep, and Octoberman for the first time.  Thank you for all you and everyone at Radio3 has done for Canadian Indie, the BEST music in the world! Lovely Allan Cranked!!!
Yuletide
  1. 1656 posted by

Yuletide on Mar 27, 2015

CRANKED!!
Craig Norris
  1. 1657 posted by

Craig Norris on Mar 27, 2015

Hello all! I can't stay out long right now...

Just wanted to touch on MrFussyFont's comment at 1211:

I'm not going anywhere. I'm safe, unlike many of my friends and colleagues across the country. As a matter of fact, I'm hosting two shows. The Morning Edition, which is the daily morning drive show, and In The Key of C, a cross-Ontario music and arts show that airs outside of the GTA on Saturdays.

But, thanks for your concern. The station is will feel an impact, we're just not sure how.

No Longer Lurking
  1. 1658 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

I've been asked to leave a place for wearing a Holy F t-shirt.
OpalJagger
  1. 1659 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

Read Sless's #1619 comment while listening to "Lovely Allen" and I DARE YOU not to choke up a bit
Cicero
  1. 1660 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

Re: Meet Me in the Basement - So good. So inimitably good! But I do love this Holy Fuck instrumental too...
Sless
  1. 1661 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

That'll teach me to type in openoffice and then try to copy/paste!

I wanted to read the blog and type. The comment bar doesn't allow for that I find.

tiffyleeson
  1. 1662 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant Lawrence - awwwwwwwwww xoxox  it means so much to US!!!
smalliebigs
  1. 1663 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

OK, I need to get back to it for now. 

Before I miss my chance:

@Grant/Lana and all R3 hosts: to echo Erin's comments, thanks for helping turn some mediocre days into fun days. Thanks for many laughs and leading me to a heap of great music. We appreciate your work, your talent and your personalities.

As I type this, Lovely Allen comes on and I realize that my first comment might have been asking Grant what song it was. And here we are miles down that road with a lot of great times behind us. That's about enough sap. Thanks very much.

I hope this community outlives the first incarnation of platform that brought us together. And there's no reason why it shouldn't.

Now, to go write some angry letters. I'll pop back in later because, frankly, I can't help myself.

Smalliebigs, Esq.

Frankus
  1. 1664 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

I love this song so much! Saw these guys open for Metric at Ontario Place -Molson Theatre or whatever it is called. I used the song for a video of my student's artwork at the ARTS Night at the school. I think I asked for permission. Anyway, I gave written credit for it in the video. Ha!
Laura Beth
  1. 1665 posted by

Laura Beth on Mar 27, 2015

This Holy Eff song makes me excited about life! 
erinev
  1. 1666 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

meet me in the basement is totally up next
darbarspecial
  1. 1667 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

CRAIG!!!! HI!
reginula
  1. 1668 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@slacjkhopper HIGH FIVE. I've heard it live twice and I had a meltdown both times. so gooood!
alsace lorraine
  1. 1669 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@Dave Shumka! Hey there. Nice to see you on the blog, and it was so cool meeting you at MaxFunCon last year!
WildWorks
  1. 1670 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

[#1657] Hiho, Craiger. :) 
tiffyleeson
  1. 1671 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

@Craig Norris !!!!!!!!!!!!  You're the FIRST host I started listening to on R3!!!!
flannel tom
  1. 1672 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

@daveshumka - don't want to weird you out but I was listening to your StoPoYo Sode with Ivan Decker the other day and you said "I'm 34 and my favourite food is ice cream" and all I thought to myself was, "wow, we are like, the exact same person. I'm 34 and also love ice cream." Anyway, I love the show, keep it up!
sbarbara
  1. 1673 posted by

sbarbara on Mar 27, 2015

<3<3<3<3 i love R3, i'm kinda shy... but i wanted to see some faces so i went to a couple r3 picnics, tours at cbc toronto, tracks on track party, and secR3t santa and lotsa gigs and LOVE the LOVE this community.  thanks friends!
iamRobSmith
  1. 1674 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

@Craig, I still miss you on here!  Glad you're not affected - rock on!
124th Street Beat
  1. 1675 posted by

124th Street Beat on Mar 27, 2015

@Craig-

Good to hear, but how about hosting a National show? Would be nice to hear your dulcet tones again.

loweeda
  1. 1676 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

Oh, we're only at 1659! I was hoping for 2000 by the time I got back here. come on, slackers!

jk ;)

MikeV
  1. 1677 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

@Craig I don't worry about you ever! First of all I know you have a file one everyone. Also you are pro.
canadajanes
  1. 1678 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Craiger!!!! Hope things are well!
AirickAdams
  1. 1679 posted by

AirickAdams on Mar 27, 2015

I must leave now everyone. I have errands to do! Love you all!!!!! I will miss this.
reginula
  1. 1680 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

I LOVE YOU AAALLL!
mcfflyer
  1. 1681 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

The first Radio3 blogger I ever met?  Kn0ttyn3rb, Brenda Lee, who came up to me as I arrived at the train station in Vancouver to hand me the keys to AlexofAnders' apartment, but I hadn't met him yet. 

Oh, god, how I love this world here we have...

Babs46
  1. 1682 posted by

Babs46 on Mar 27, 2015

@The Iceman #1613  John and Dawn were the first R3 members I met as well!!!! And thanks for the nice comment about Casey.  He's a very good guy and proud to call him my son.
MoniSki
  1. 1683 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

I love HOLY FUCK!
AirickAdams
  1. 1684 posted by

AirickAdams on Mar 27, 2015

PS: BRING BACK SUNSHINE DICK JOHNSON! 
westcrunch
  1. 1685 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

@Craig

Nice to see you here, if only briefly. Thanks for popping in!

WildWorks
  1. 1686 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Seeya Eric Adams :)
alsace lorraine
  1. 1687 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@Craig. It is nice to see you on here. I am happy your are not affected and I am so happy I got to the the listener co-host with you. It is one of my favourite memories.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 1688 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

BSS!
DrSunshine
  1. 1689 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

HOLYF is Cranked!

First time I met R3's in the wild was an R3 Meet-up in Calgary at a pub down the street from Pages Books after Grant gave a reading from his 1st book launch! So fun. Met @BALLS there and someone gave @Grant a bottle of moonshine/shreech. It was Awesome-sauce.

kidcauley
  1. 1690 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

UGHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH so good!
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 1691 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

Love you, Lee. Glad I made such a positive impact :)
PhilipST
  1. 1692 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#1633 Yes, @Frankus!! Great being here with you all.
MackenzieC
  1. 1693 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Glad to hear your job is safe and sound Craig!
darbarspecial
  1. 1694 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

MY HEART MAY EXPLODE!
reginula
  1. 1695 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

CRAAAAANK IIIIIIIITTTT

AND CRYYY

AND SCREEEAAAM

marie_curious
  1. 1696 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

YYYYYEEEEEESSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!
hotpatch
  1. 1697 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

Sir Craigory Norris, a rare talent, the best natural DJ on R3, thanks for many great morning moments on R3!
Christine McAvoy
  1. 1698 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

@Lee Brenda was the first person I met too... In the bathroom at the Dan Mangan Cd Release back in.... oh dear god... 2009?

I dont even know... a LONG time ago though...

Buckit
  1. 1699 posted by

Buckit on Mar 27, 2015

Hey Craig and Dave.  Thanks for the fun.  Stepping away now blog.  Lots of love and I'll see you back here on Mon.
morgana
  1. 1700 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

@AirickAdams have a good one out there.  glad you are feeling well enough to get out there again.
iamRobSmith
  1. 1701 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

I almost feel this should have been the last two songs you played Grant, but I won't judge.
centropomus
  1. 1702 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Oh, my head is exploding!
Frankus
  1. 1703 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

See? There. Way to respond to us my main man!
slackhopper
  1. 1704 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

THANKYOU!THANKYOU!THANKYOU!THANKYOU!THANKYOU!THANKYOU! 

@JonDixon: Slightly creepy question... HA! I'm in my mid-40s

CDNz1
  1. 1705 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

FIRSTS: 

Meeting TB3 and Grant and Chris at (BEST LIVE VENUE IN CANADA) PhogPhest where Holy Fuck played.

PhilipST
  1. 1706 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Meet Me in the Basement!!
carrieg
  1. 1707 posted by

carrieg on Mar 27, 2015 Hey, why is Radio 2 paying for full page ads in the Georgia Straight - leave my Radio 3 alone!!!

OpalJagger
  1. 1708 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

"Lovely Allen" was one of the first real Canadian indie songs that I remember made it big, in my eyes, when it got a ton of traction on HypeMachine.

As for "Meet Me In The Basement", I most definitely wrote an entire project on the song and its video for one of my undergraduate classes.

CLASSICS

Chopz87
  1. 1709 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

Craig/Pedro, best on air team ever!
MrFussyfont
  1. 1710 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

@Craig Norris #1657, good to hear Craig. Thanks for stopping by! I so miss WENZDEE!!!!
Cicero
  1. 1711 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@Smallie - Stop classing up the place, Sir. You make the rest of us look bad!
mikeroy9
  1. 1712 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

I think we all just collectively turned into a puddle. 
No Longer Lurking
  1. 1713 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

BSS - The band that led me to CBC R3.  And now I'm crying again.
flannel tom
  1. 1714 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

@Craig Norris - Godspeed, young man! You're the real deal, keep at it. I will always remember how you had me giggling like a school girl the entire time I met you during my co-host with you. Cheers man.
westcrunch
  1. 1715 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

First bloggers I met:

Christine and Kirk, officially. Although I knew westcoast Erin personally before that, only didn't know she also blogged. We saw each other on the blog one day and had a good laugh about it.

PhilipST
  1. 1716 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

We're rockin' now!
dawn.h
  1. 1717 posted by

dawn.h on Mar 27, 2015

Reginula

here's our song from the other day.. finally. haha.

(was listening but not able to blog until now)

Kirk Avery
  1. 1718 posted by

Kirk Avery on Mar 27, 2015

The songs today are non-stop amazing. Best (but sad) R3 day!
laurita.snow
  1. 1719 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Reginula: AND CRY AND SCREAM SOME MORE!

@ Craig: HEYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY nice to see you! Glad your job will be okay!

jdurley
  1. 1720 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

Hearing Lovely Allen and Meet me in the Basement back to back on R3 is like Silent Night / O Holy Night back to back on Christmas Eve.
dempstergirl
  1. 1721 posted by

dempstergirl on Mar 27, 2015

Friends!! I can only pop in for a minute between meetings at work but I could not miss this love fest. 
loweeda
  1. 1722 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

The first blogger I ever met was Cody Lobreau! I don't remember his blog name, but he's the other Brandonite blogger, and I didn't even know who he was before we communicated on the blog.

shout-out to Cody, who knows more about beer than anyone I know.

canadajanes
  1. 1723 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

I honestly can't remember who the first R3ers I met were. I think it was either Garjoh (who was visiting Houston on work) or Tb3, SterphRamserphi and (I think DawnH?) who met up with me down in Port Stanley Ontario while I was visiting family...
luckymaloo
  1. 1724 posted by

luckymaloo on Mar 27, 2015

BSS! freaking out this set is effing awesome!!!!!!
erinev
  1. 1725 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

REMEMBER WHEN THE R3 WEBSITE WAS BLACK???
cathyort
  1. 1726 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

Well, many of you know the first Radio 3 blogger I met.

I ended up marrying him.

<3, honey

reginula
  1. 1727 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@NLL If it wasn't for BSS (and you), I wouldn't be here. This one is for you. 
Sless
  1. 1728 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

Re: Cranking it

MY SPEAKERS WILL NOT GO ANY LOUDER!!!

BLISS

mcfflyer
  1. 1729 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

There are so many of you that I'm so honoured to be your friend.  And shit, I'm tearing up again...
Shonica
  1. 1730 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Hello Craig, I miss your show, happy to see you here even briefly. 
garjoh
  1. 1731 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

@Craig: Glad to hear that you are safe. Co-hosting with you was a highlight of my life! Thank you so, so much for the opportunity!! Remember when we pre-arranged blog posts (describe host in 5 words or less), so we could convince people that the show was live? For a few minutes, the excitement on the blog was magic. 
societyfinch
  1. 1732 posted by

societyfinch on Mar 27, 2015

@1725 YES, it felt so 'indie'
marie_curious
  1. 1733 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

I've got a massive grin on my face and moisture in my eyes. WTF is happening????
canadajanes
  1. 1734 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Cathy - I love you and Russ. Never change.
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 1735 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

@Christine: I remember that night :)
WildWorks
  1. 1736 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Anyone posting with #FOR3VER on Twitter? :) I'm checking on the tweets.
TheRadioHead
  1. 1737 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

I'm explaining to my musical house guests the importance of this show and this day, and they get it. 

They are The Plumes, from Montreal. Amazing how much music knowledge we share, and I know for me it's because of what I learned from Radio 3.

melshim
  1. 1738 posted by

melshim on Mar 27, 2015

Grant, Lana, et al. at R3 - Thanks for being awesome. You guys helped me define who I was years ago.

Lovely R3 listeners - I think I've only met a few of you, either virtually or IRL, but thanks for also being awesome. I'm happy to have you in my life xo

dempstergirl
  1. 1739 posted by

dempstergirl on Mar 27, 2015

The first blogger I met was 124th St. Beat but we didn't know that we were each bloggers at the time....so does that count? Otherwise Rebbey, radioflyer and his gorgeous other half! xoxo
Sless
  1. 1740 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

Also #1680 @Reginula

THE FEELING IS MUTUAL!

himymothra
  1. 1741 posted by

himymothra on Mar 27, 2015

@erin there's an inappropriate michael jackson joke in there somewhere.
Cicero
  1. 1742 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@Craig - so glad you're safe, I've got my fingers crossed for your kitchener-waterloo team. Wishing everyone good luck during the hard times!
centropomus
  1. 1743 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Grant is the first and only R3 blogger I've ever met, although I apparently was in the same room as Hedgehogfriend once.
Christine McAvoy
  1. 1744 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

@Cathy do you like the photo I gave Grant for the Wedding Pic?!?!?! I thought Teebs would appreciate it haha.
Kirk Avery
  1. 1745 posted by

Kirk Avery on Mar 27, 2015

This song is like climaxing
laurita.snow
  1. 1746 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Dempstergirl: HEYYYYYYYY!

@ luckymaloo JESUS IT TOTALLY IS OMG!

loweeda
  1. 1747 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

And the second blogger I met was The Radiohead, who is now one of my dearest friends. She, Cody and I met at the Lo Pub before a Weakerthans show, which is about as Winnipeg a comment as anyone could make, i think.
alsace lorraine
  1. 1748 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

I met my first R3ers when I went to NxNE in 2012. It was so nice to meet you guys in person and every one is so nice and friendly in "real life"
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 1749 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

@YORT & RUSS

you guys. <3 thank you for letting us share in your moment.

Shonica
  1. 1750 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

loweeda, Was it Sangold of something like that?
zammachus
  1. 1751 posted by

zammachus on Mar 27, 2015

I remember seeing BSS at Super Art Crawl in Hamilton, just weeks before they announced their hiatus. They stretched this song out to a 15 minute instrumental anthem.

It. Was. EPIC! (In the truest sense of the word.)

slackhopper
  1. 1752 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

@Craig Norris is also the first CBC host I listened to on a regular basis. I love his wealth of knowledge. When he presented at the Polaris Music Gala in 2009 (I think), I felt as though I was in the presence of greatness.
deiru
  1. 1753 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

my body was not ready
Gibsonguitarist
  1. 1754 posted by

Gibsonguitarist on Mar 27, 2015

@shonica gg77 is dead (or he forgot his password)

but this is my original account from 2010!

All my photos were deleted though.

reginula
  1. 1755 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

I NEED A HUUUUG
No Longer Lurking
  1. 1756 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

First R3ers I met in person...CMac and Eric Adams.  I got lucky there.
flagpole music
  1. 1757 posted by

flagpole music on Mar 27, 2015

@Babs - looking forward to seeing that nice boy of yours & his partners in crime & some bonus Aaron Goldstein (& hopefully noah the fabulous roadie) very very soon


centropomus
  1. 1758 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

@kirk #1745 ---- (1745????) --- indeed!
hotpatch
  1. 1759 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

the R3 Basement was a wonderful place
dempstergirl
  1. 1760 posted by

dempstergirl on Mar 27, 2015

@laurita - heyyyy back!!
Michael
  1. 1761 posted by

Michael on Mar 27, 2015

Hey Everyone, big thanks to Grant and all the R3 team.

While I'm not hugely active on the blog, and my interactions with R3 folk have been limited to ones I stumble across at concerts, this station has been the sound track to my life for 10 years now.

Podcasts on the phone, streaming the station at work, at home, while I'm reading, cleaning, or whatever, a majority of the music I own (and I own it thanks to R3) has come from stuff that R3 has introduced me to.

Thanks everyone, concerned about the future, but I'll be here.

garjoh
  1. 1762 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

@mcfflyer: Love you buddy! Thanks for hosting me for a great weekend in Sacramento. Let the tears flow brother---this has been a hell of a journey!!
darbarspecial
  1. 1763 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

I just talked to my boss lady and she doesn't get it at all. I will have to go into work....later.
OpalJagger
  1. 1764 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

Who was it that guessed "Gore Veil" for the final song today? I have a sneaking suspicion that could be it...
Switters
  1. 1765 posted by

Switters on Mar 27, 2015

I hope someone is recording this  broadcast. I'm going to want to listen to this set again, and again, and again.
CDNz1
  1. 1766 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Cody was Silvorgold.
laurita.snow
  1. 1767 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@YOU GUYS: Who is going to go to the R3 picnic this year? I am thinking of going fo' realz!
erinev
  1. 1768 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

himy- LOL
westcrunch
  1. 1769 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

@loweeda #1747 Definitely a Winnipeg-centric comment. <3
markgage
  1. 1770 posted by

markgage on Mar 27, 2015

The Basement was the best!!  I wish we could go back there.
lounge_act
  1. 1771 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

I didn't find it hard on the eyes.  I'd give anything to hang out in the basement again.
iamRobSmith
  1. 1772 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

Oh the basement:(

CHANGING THE SITE STARTED THE DOWNWARD SLIDE!

Cicero
  1. 1773 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@Reggie - HUGS - SO MANY HUGS (((((((REGINULA)))))))))
morgana
  1. 1774 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

ORANGE, don't forget the orange in the basement.
flannel tom
  1. 1775 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

@loweeda - you were my first, I think. 
DrSunshine
  1. 1776 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

@CraigNorris!!!!!!! Nice show.
dempstergirl
  1. 1777 posted by

dempstergirl on Mar 27, 2015

Grant led me to R3 (via DCMF 2007!) but Craigy in the mornings won me over. Miss you Craig! (And miss the basement!)
laurita.snow
  1. 1778 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Switters: about that...see fb in just a sec...
canadajanes
  1. 1779 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Echoing a lot of you, Craig was the host that got me into Radio three. First host I really listened to, but before that his R3-30s really got me through some tough times in Rwanda. Him and Pedro together. Man, that was something!
PhilipST
  1. 1780 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Yes, a shout-out to the basement!
zammachus
  1. 1781 posted by

zammachus on Mar 27, 2015

Regina

HUUUUUUUUUUGS!

cathyort
  1. 1782 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@Cmac, #1744, THE CAN LADY!!!!
mixup
  1. 1783 posted by

mixup on Mar 27, 2015

This is killing my "PRODUCTIVITY"! I'm gonna take the dog to the liquor store in the car - so I can keep listening on the Sirius...
KristaMark
  1. 1784 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

The R3 basement was the best!
mcfflyer
  1. 1785 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

And I also thank all of you for embracing Peggy when she came into my life - and she has enjoyed this ride with me.  The welcome we got in Vancouver when I brought her to Canada for the first time was overwhelming. 

And Peggy says hello. Alas, she's at work today.  :(

Chopz87
  1. 1786 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

@Laurita - I AM!
PhilipST
  1. 1787 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Does anyone have a screenshot of the old basement? I wish I had made one.
flannel tom
  1. 1788 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

I'm guessing "Sun In An Empty Room" for Grant's last song. 
luckymaloo
  1. 1789 posted by

luckymaloo on Mar 27, 2015

@Laurita RIGHT?! You NEED to go to the picnic!!!
centropomus
  1. 1790 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Does anyone remember the Sunshine Dick shows? Those were...uh....interesting.
glenroy
  1. 1791 posted by

glenroy on Mar 27, 2015

fave R3 memory:  

@xcanuck lets me know about the R3 picnic at NXNE, Trinity Bellwoods park. I come out and meet this incredible community, and surprised by the nuptuals of @cathyort and @CDNZ1, with a small honor being tossed to my band in their vows. If i never understood the power of this community before, I learned it that day.

cathyort
  1. 1792 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@Old Man Janes, back at you! And the lovely Alisha, too.

AMC members forever!

deiru
  1. 1793 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

First R3'er I met was Kirk didn't realize it was him though, we talked about the Vancouver Fan Expo.... I think. It was at the record store play concert at Zulu with Portage & Main and the Belle Game
flannel tom
  1. 1794 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

@mixup - Dogs need liquor too!
tagish156
  1. 1795 posted by

tagish156 on Mar 27, 2015

i almost didn't get the truck with Sirius today, that would've been a real bummer. First blogger I met was Andrew Kurjata/AK17, we went to a Weakerthans show together. After that I met everyone else.  Also, beer o'clock today? Did I miss it? Can it happen? 
MikeV
  1. 1796 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

First blogger I met I think was suckamc (Martin Cathrae) or Kris Gay (damn it just forgot his bllog name!). Both fine gents.


Kn0ttyn3rb is the only one though that I have bled all over her furniture while moving her into an apartment. (Sorry about that Brenda! Thanks for the all lunches.)

Wapuche
  1. 1797 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

The first R3 blogger I met in real life was JoJoDillon, to whom I gave a New Pornos ticket that I had spare following a breakup. It was also the night that I met CDNz1 and Cathyort. 
erinev
  1. 1798 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

guys i'm even screening/ignoring calls right now
westcrunch
  1. 1799 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

<------ One of my first big R3 meetups. Mccflyer in Vancouver!
reginula
  1. 1800 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

BRB
Cicero
  1. 1801 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@Lee -((HUGS)) I keep missing you on FB, but thanks for being my blog-pops!

@Laurita - I'll be at the picnic!

laurita.snow
  1. 1802 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Erinev: Oh god I wish I could do that at work. I really really do.
Grant Lawrence
  1. 1803 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

@PSTNYC you can see a shot of "The Basement" in the gallery above... Lana is hugging it!
Laura Beth
  1. 1804 posted by

Laura Beth on Mar 27, 2015

My lunch ended 5 minutes ago and I still have my office door closed... I might be in a 'teleconference' for awhile..
dawn.h
  1. 1805 posted by

dawn.h on Mar 27, 2015

you probably all thought of this already but..

I thought I was fine with the changes.. it happens.

But hearing that intro to the show (which I've missed all week) was hard to hear.

It was a great intro.

iamRobSmith
  1. 1806 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

Did Grant just fulfill request 1000?  You're soon to hit 2000, better get on it buddy!
westcrunch
  1. 1807 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

<------ FRIENDS!
cathyort
  1. 1808 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@Wapuche, and there were pancakes.

DTW R3!

Frankus
  1. 1809 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks man. A Golden Throne Shower! WOOOOOOOOOO HOOOOOO!!!!
PhilipST
  1. 1810 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#1791 @Glenroy, I hope to meet you at the R picnic this year. 
mikeroy9
  1. 1811 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

Playing a student's track on the campus station since the theme is their record for our show and ironically enough it's called 'throne.' Ha, I hope this brings me luck come #2000!
CBarn
  1. 1812 posted by

CBarn on Mar 27, 2015

We all should be allowed to have time off work right now to listen, right?
hotpatch
  1. 1813 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

PhilipST, i saw a screen shot of the basement recently but can't remember where it came from, garf probably has the link
loweeda
  1. 1814 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

I was the first blogger you met, Flannel Tom? oh ya, I guess that was at an RFF one year, right? I do remember us just doing a hi/bye thing after the mainstage one night. 
McS
  1. 1815 posted by

McS on Mar 27, 2015

The first blogger I met was CMac at the Elliott Brood show in Seattle. Remember that CMac?  that was a good time.
flannel tom
  1. 1816 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

I met my chosen life partner at an unnofficial R3 meetup! Non Blog Schnog!
Cicero
  1. 1817 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

aww jaysus shouldershaking tears are here now. JAPANDROOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOIDS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
mcfflyer
  1. 1818 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

@garjoh - Professor Garrett!  When are you coming back?  We have more wineries to visit!
cathyort
  1. 1819 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@Wapuche, now that I think about it, I have no idea why I brought you pancakes.
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 1820 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

@MikeV thanks for helping me move MULTIPLE TIMES. (and helping me overcome by blood phobia.)
laurita.snow
  1. 1821 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Cicero: ARE YOU SERIOUS???

Okay. I'm *seriously* considering going. Like, seriously. I don't really want to see any of the bands except Aidan Knight, but DANGIT, I THINK I WANNA COME TO THE PICNIC!!

Laura Beth
  1. 1822 posted by

Laura Beth on Mar 27, 2015

I can't remember who the first R3 person I met was.. but I went to the picnic knowing no one and someone walked up and took me under their wing! Thanks! 
OpalJagger
  1. 1823 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

@flannel tom and others, I'll now be taking odds for final songs:


The Weakerthans - Sun In An Empty Room: 2/1

The NPs - Letter From Occupant (again): 10/1

The Wheat Pool - This Is It: 20/1

The Deadly Snakes - Gore Veil: 22/1

Any more you guys want me to add, or thoughts on odds?

Grant Lawrence
  1. 1824 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

@erinev the MPs can get their books later!!!!!!!!!!!!
Switters
  1. 1825 posted by

Switters on Mar 27, 2015

@laurita - Awesome, I'll check it out when I have the chance
dawn.h
  1. 1826 posted by

dawn.h on Mar 27, 2015

Patrick

I remember the organizing of that meetup. haha.

westcrunch
  1. 1827 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

@FlannelTom

I was there for that! The boa pig-roast night! Fun times!

markgage
  1. 1828 posted by

markgage on Mar 27, 2015

Dawn H. and marie_curious were my first meet up I think.  Yukon Blond and Library Voices at Lee's Palace
PhilipST
  1. 1829 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#1803 Thanks, Grant, great pic of Lana, and the old basement. 
flannel tom
  1. 1830 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

saying "chosen life partner" kind of makes it sound like I'm gay though. Not that there's anything wrong with that. 
markgage
  1. 1831 posted by

markgage on Mar 27, 2015

I could have that all wrong though
TheIceman
  1. 1832 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant - I'm a bit disappointed that the timeline doesn't show the Listener map that GarfUK created.

We should really get everyone to update that if they haven't added.

Garf what's the link again?

Grant Lawrence
  1. 1833 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

@flanneltom indeed you are a blog schnog! Thank you for officially confirming it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
PhilipST
  1. 1834 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

The blog is freaking out on my computer, losing most of the profile pics. 
flannel tom
  1. 1835 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

@westcrunch - Indeed! That was the first time I met you, also. 
loweeda
  1. 1836 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

and wow, I love hearing these stories about how we all met each other! Look at where those casual "let's see how this goes" interactions have led. To great friendships. Holy shit, you guys. We're awesome.
Cicero
  1. 1837 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@Laurita - I am! I'm staying the night before at Jdurley's place and we're going to cook in her kitchen and drink all the wine!
NotWapuche
  1. 1838 posted by

NotWapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@cathyort- It is only natural to bring Wapuche pancakes. He deserves them.
tiffyleeson
  1. 1839 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

@Switters - I think someone is recording today's broadcast
flagpole music
  1. 1840 posted by

flagpole music on Mar 27, 2015

i'm missing Lisa C. (even tho I twitter chat with her all the time) & Ms. Amanda Putz.  after Craig, Amanda & Tariq & Vish were the hosts I got to know.

I still miss hearing Amanda & Lisa's voices in my life

Sless
  1. 1841 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

@mixup #1782 

'Taking the dog to the liquor store' sounds like a euphemism for something...

cathyort
  1. 1842 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@hotpatch, you can find all sorts of great screenshots of the old R3 using The Wayback Machine: archive.org
dempstergirl
  1. 1843 posted by

dempstergirl on Mar 27, 2015

Okay friends, gotta go get ready to teach - have an amazing rest of the afternoon together! I miss being here with you! xo
WildWorks
  1. 1844 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

@PhilipST Using Windoze and not IE? :)
kidcauley
  1. 1845 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

ughhhh the first R3 blogger I met was ErinEV but I REALLY feel like that doesn't count because we were already friends hahaha. I feel like may be the next one I met was either at Junofest (can't quite remember their name) or it was Smallie at Osheaga. But the fact so many people have shown up to LC gigs is amazing - sometimes being the only people in an empty venue - but that just made it all the more special!Very very very very special shout out to Hedgehogfriend - you are truly one of the kindest and most wonderful people I have ever met! Thank you for everything :) <3
Cicero
  1. 1846 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

This song just makes cry so much harder than I was already.
deiru
  1. 1847 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

Second blogger I met was Cmac, then carrieg, then Snarf
flannel tom
  1. 1848 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

I LOVE THE JAPDROIDS

don't hear them enough anymore.

CDNz1
  1. 1849 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

@Mark & Krista - I remember the R3Mobile BEERS in the parking lot at HCFF.
morgana
  1. 1850 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

I think the first R3 Blogger I met in person was Kirk of Doom at a show at the Railway Club … can't recall who was on stage!?  that is bad:(  My off screen family has grown since then and i never miss a chance to open my doors or let folks know when i am coming their way.  great times alvvays!
Shonica
  1. 1851 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Jay! GibsonGuitar, 

Glad you made it here today!

westcrunch
  1. 1852 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

@loweeda: Just think about it, your picture is the first time we met. Home County. And now we're province buddies.
OpalJagger
  1. 1853 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

@flannel tom, I used to think the same thing about "partner", but now that I'm older, it just feels weird to call her my "girlfriend" since it has a bit of a juvenile connotation
boders
  1. 1854 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

Morning all. Barn burner. Won't be able to check back in for some time. Just had a beauty exchange on the train ride in with AlexOfAnders. I hoped on a pretty full one and mostly keeping my head down (tears and all that). Did look up though and saw him just as he looked up from sending me a text. Everyone is engrossed in their phones and the only noise is the movement. It's packed though and would have to do some serious barging to get to him. So we share that thought that maybe we shouldn't yell and smash people by text. Crazy world.

Keep sparking that fire folks. It's great Waltzing around with you.

markgage
  1. 1855 posted by

markgage on Mar 27, 2015

@loweeda  I think we met you at HCFF?  So glad i did!!
dawn.h
  1. 1856 posted by

dawn.h on Mar 27, 2015

@Mark

aw. that was a great show.

was that also the concert where we went to Pauper's Pub after and a deaf social group were having their own meetup? it was a bustling bar but pin-drop quiet. which was sort of awesome.

zammachus
  1. 1857 posted by

zammachus on Mar 27, 2015

The Iron Throne

I love that this became a tradition.

For those who don't know or have forgotten, I had just been to the Bell TIFF Lightbox for the first Game of Thrones tour where you could see some of the props and costumes. As a part of the tour, they had an Iron Throne you could sit in and have your photo taken.

I had just uploaded my photo as my profile pic and posted it with a triumphant "I HAVE CONQUERED THE IRON THRONE!" That comment happened to land on comment #1000. Hence, the Throne was born.

It wasn't until a few days and a few thrones later that someone started suggesting the commenter sitting in the Throne should be rewarded. Grant, in all his brilliance, took the idea and ran with it.

marie_curious
  1. 1858 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

Guys I am in my basement eating a buttertart in front of the fireplace lustening to radio3 in my R3 scarf. It doesn't get much better!
Christine McAvoy
  1. 1859 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

@deiru i think I was at that Zulu store show as well...


Isn't Record Store Day coming up?!?!

cathyort
  1. 1860 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@kidcauley, where is Hedgehog Friend???

And yes, she is one of the bestest.

Sless
  1. 1861 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant

I hope my R3 toque arrives today like your cookies did on the Christmas eve SecR3t Santa.

kidcauley
  1. 1862 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

Callan one time invited me to a party her work was hosting - I knew no one there and ended up doing so so so so many shots. Just so much alcohol, I have no memory of how I made it home. What a party! there was a poutine bar!
MoniSki
  1. 1863 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

I'm trying to remember the order in which I met my first R3 bloggers turned great friends... but I'm pretty sure it was Dawn... and then Allyson, and maybe then John and Jo and crew?!?! Fuck sake, I miss those guys, and you guys, and everything in between. Fuckin' hell R3 has been an amazing part of my life!!!!!When I moved in 2010 to Toronto I knew no one other than my best friend that I was living with (a non-R3 blogger), but I was quickly welcomed with open arms by ppl like Dawn and Allyson while living there and it made my 4 months of funemployment so amazing!!! I went to so many music festivals, and even did a crazy road trip with Dawn, Allyson and JON (M&T!!!) to Windsor to meet SO MANY MORE AMAZING PEOPLE. And the drive back to Toronto was incredible. So much bonding, so much love. How else would I have survived Toronto with you guys?!?!? Without R3?!?!? Without the Blog!!!! I wouldn't have!!!! 

You guys make me feel like myself.

So thanks guys. Thanks a million.



MrFussyfont
  1. 1864 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

Holy crap, just checked Activity Monitor and Firefox is using 2 GIGS of RAM!
Ballack13
  1. 1865 posted by

Ballack13 on Mar 27, 2015

I've only meet a handful of people from the blog. All have been amazing. The first was either MonsoonMike in Tucson for maybe the Said The Whale show or possibly MusicSoop addy a show in LA. I remember once I was in Vancouver to see Two Hours Traffic. I was so disappointed I didn't see Grant Lawrence at the show 😞
flannel tom
  1. 1866 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

opal jagger - I get that. Girlfriend sounds very grade 8. And since we're not yet engaged, I suppose "partner" is the chosen term! Weird. 
garjoh
  1. 1867 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

@mcfflyer: I just have to get myself invited to give a talk at UC Davis and we will hit some more wineries together. Hopefully we can double date with our amazing better halves ;) Next week, I'm visiting UC San Diego and giving a talk, so I'm circling it ;) Much love to you and Peggy!
kidcauley
  1. 1868 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

THIS IS MY THEME SONG OF LIFE
MackenzieC
  1. 1869 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Great to hear the diverse genre lineup today - even if it does feel kind of like a "greatest hits of R3" album. So glad it just so happened I asked for today off and then a few weeks later learned it was the last show.
westcrunch
  1. 1870 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

@Kid

100% agree with your assessment of @hedgehogfriend. Wonderful, amazing, kindest woman!

I saw her on Wednesday for breakfast and she expressed how much she wished he was able to join us this week on the blog.


morgana
  1. 1871 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

MORE!!!!!!!
Grant Lawrence
  1. 1872 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

@zammachus I can't believe we're cruising towards the never-been-touched-or-ever-dared-imagined DIAMOND THRONE! (comment #2000)
mcfflyer
  1. 1873 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Peggy just texted me to say that she's listening on her phone, but cannot blog.  But she's here with us!
jenna-arcade
  1. 1874 posted by

jenna-arcade on Mar 27, 2015

Double Japandroids = best.
WildWorks
  1. 1875 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

LOVE LOVE LOVE The House That Heaven Built. :)
mikeroy9
  1. 1876 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

@marie_curious I could really go for a butter tart now that you have brought them up.
slackhopper
  1. 1877 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

The whole WORLD needs more Japandroids!
Christine McAvoy
  1. 1878 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

I'm going to dance in my living room now!

WAKE UP CANADA!

tiffyleeson
  1. 1879 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

@zammachus - re: Iron Throne.  How long ago was that?
iamRobSmith
  1. 1880 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

YEEESSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Laura Beth
  1. 1881 posted by

Laura Beth on Mar 27, 2015

@CICERO! I'm excited you'll be coming to the picnic!!! 
erinev
  1. 1882 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

fucking japandroids!!!!!!! yesss!!!! 
Cicero
  1. 1883 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

I'm trying to remember the first R3 Blogger I ever met! I think it was Balls and Lounge_act, actually! At Grant's book signing! And then Alsace, and Switters and I ended up being the unofficial calgar3...But the community, at every turn, has just been the most welcoming, embracing place.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 1884 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

What's better than Japandroids....MORE JAPANDROIDS!
loweeda
  1. 1885 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

it was, westcrunch! At the Kramden's show at the old apklive! That was such a great Home County Festival, and--as the Radiohead reminded me last night--that's the weekend when I met Steve Wood from Will Currie and the Country French, who was taking a Library Science degree at Western. I started talking to him about it, and that conversation literally changed my life.

R3, man. Literally life-changing.

Yuletide
  1. 1886 posted by

Yuletide on Mar 27, 2015

YES GRANT! 
garjoh
  1. 1887 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

Double Japandroids!

CRANK IT!!!

Laptop doesn't go to 11. Need to set up my speakers...

MrFussyfont
  1. 1888 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

@zammachus #1858, great story Zammy, don't think I heard it before.
Sless
  1. 1889 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

@KC

FUCK YES!

DrSunshine
  1. 1890 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

Double-Spin of Japandroids!!!! You get my vote @Grant!!!!

(This was normally a Craig Norris move back in the Basement days)

Cicero
  1. 1891 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO


FUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUCKKKKKK YEEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!


JAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAPPAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAANDROOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOIIDDDS!!!!!!!!!!!!!

PhilipST
  1. 1892 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#1844 @WildWorks, no, I'm on Chrome. I think the speed of the blog is just giving my browser problems. It's not all profile pics, just some. I could refresh, but I don't want to make the stream drop. 
mikeroy9
  1. 1893 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

The playlist has been like a timeline of my CanCon knowledge with all of these wonderful tracks from R3 history.
iamRobSmith
  1. 1894 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

GRANT FOR PRIME MINISTER!
loweeda
  1. 1895 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

and...FUCKING JAPANDROIDS YESSSSSSS!!!
rusty
  1. 1896 posted by

rusty on Mar 27, 2015 wooooooo more Japandroids. also the blog (kinda) works from my work system! hi all. mostly lurking, but wanted to stop by. :)

reginula
  1. 1897 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

HEDGEHOGFRIEND is at work and can't listen, but she sends you a bunch of hugs and loves you all!
morgana
  1. 1898 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

@CMAC are you still at home?  I thought you had an errand to run today?
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 1899 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

TELL 'EM ALL TO GO TO HELL!
westcrunch
  1. 1900 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

@Kid HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH! What a night!
alsace lorraine
  1. 1901 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@Cicero, you are going to NxNE? That will be fun. I wish I could go this year.

I still remember when I first met you! So glad to have so many awesome R3 friends around

WildWorks
  1. 1902 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Can't Summer be ready when listening to Japandroids? :)
marie_curious
  1. 1903 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

@zammy: you landed in comment 500 so I said "is the iron throne code for comment 500?" And then grant gave you a song request.
Chopz87
  1. 1904 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

Cicero, this is a family show
morgana
  1. 1905 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

@reginula #1897 please send HHF a big, sweaty, dancing our faces off hug to her from me!
westcrunch
  1. 1906 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

THIS REMINDS ME OF THE EXERCISE PLAYLISTS GRANT USED TO MAKE!
deiru
  1. 1907 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

@Cmac yes you were but I still wasn't really on the blig much then so I didn't know anyone and therefore didn't talk to anyone at the show, I am super awkward at first when meeting people if you can believe it.
Wapuche
  1. 1908 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

"Younger Us" was the theme song of Cam and Matty's bromance (which I have come to learn is not as intense as it once was, though it will always burn strong in my memories).
PhilipST
  1. 1909 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#1858, thanks @zammy, I didn't remember that. 
markgage
  1. 1910 posted by

markgage on Mar 27, 2015 @Dawn. Were we there with you?? Either that or we were there before the show because i definitely remember the sign language and quiet.

kirkofdoom
  1. 1911 posted by

kirkofdoom on Mar 27, 2015

I said it the other day, actually, but Brenda (kn0ttyn3rb) was the first R3'er I met. She recognised me from ym South Park profile picture. 

I can't remember the order of the rest of the Vancouver people, but Brenda was the first.

jenna-arcade
  1. 1912 posted by

jenna-arcade on Mar 27, 2015

You rock Grant.
OpalJagger
  1. 1913 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

#1894: JAPANDROIDS FOR PRIME MINISTER. Dave can be PM. Brian can be my boss as the Minister of Finance.
Cicero
  1. 1914 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@Chopz - :-P
himymothra
  1. 1915 posted by

himymothra on Mar 27, 2015

this song brings back a lot of memories. shortly after the album came out and was getting lots of play here the hamilton bulldogs used it as a goal horn and you just couldn't help but drunkenly belt it out after a big 3rd period goal.
canadajanes
  1. 1916 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

2nd sappy love you all post

Thanks to everyone who made my three SXSW visits so amazing! Craig, Dawn, CarlyG, Amit and the staples: MusicSoop, DougtheCanuck, Justin and Jamie. Hope to make it to NXNE sometime!

centropomus
  1. 1917 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

When is the R3 picnic? It's in Toronto, yeah?
Snarf
  1. 1918 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

cicero was the first out of town blogger I met! (I think)
reginula
  1. 1919 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@Centro Saturday June 20th, Trinity Bellwoods. TO indeed. JOIN UUUS
Babs46
  1. 1920 posted by

Babs46 on Mar 27, 2015

@flagpole  Yup tour starts tomorrow and they're anxious to hit the coast and some warmer weather
cathyort
  1. 1921 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@Moniski #1863, that night in Windsor remains one of our top evenings of all time.
kidcauley
  1. 1922 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

We have a video of me in the tour van singing this song and wearing a Japandroids t-shirt. The rest of the band is like watching tv on their laptops and I am playing air drums on our guitarists chair - he is super unimpressed in it.

I yell "THIS SONG MAKES ME WANT TO PUNCH A PUPPY!"

loweeda
  1. 1923 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

+1 1913: JAPANDROIDS FOR PRIME MINISTER

Fuck, those guys better record another album soon. I'm missing them bigtime.

Christine McAvoy
  1. 1924 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

@Morgana Shh! I am, for now... I have a plan.
Grant Lawrence
  1. 1925 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

Whoa, just got a notification that #FOR3VER is trending in certain cities in Canada?!?! Thank you! 
ryanmaksymic
  1. 1926 posted by

ryanmaksymic on Mar 27, 2015 My R3 Story I decided to take a job in London, ON for the summer of 2011 – moving there from Edmonton, all by myself. I saw that this weirdo StephRamsahai on the blog was also in London, so I decided to stop lurking, and we chatted and eventually agreed to meet... in real life!

This led to an unforgettable summer – countless shows at Call The Office, the Home County Folk Fest, SappyFest (!!!), and NXNE (!!!) – all while meeting tons of awesome R3ers!

I've since moved from Edmonton to Toronto, where I continue to shove as much CanCon into my face as possible.

Looking forward to seeing lots of you this summer... #R3NXNE

canadajanes
  1. 1927 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

TELL EM ALL TO GO TO HELL!!!!!!!!!!!!!
mikeroy9
  1. 1928 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

Simultaneously streaming this and organizing a live playlist is becoming a challenge.
lounge_act
  1. 1929 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

The first Blogger I met was boders.

It was at The Railway Club, Vancouver, September 10, 2010.

For Analog Bell Service w/ Aunts and Uncles & Tariq!

I also met Kirk and Alex.

Some dude kept dropping loud f-bombs. The bartender and I talked him into leaving.



Cicero
  1. 1930 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@Alsace - And thus began an epic love affair! And earned you your true nick name "Sass". <--Blog, feel free to refer to Alsace as Sass from now on!
markgage
  1. 1931 posted by

markgage on Mar 27, 2015

@Dawn.  I have the worst memory.  I blame it on aluminium pots.
WildWorks
  1. 1932 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Grant, I'm still tweeting the tracks you're playing via Soundtracking.
evensteven
  1. 1933 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

Work piling up and Dern customers making it hard to enjoy the show!
jdurley
  1. 1934 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

I would NEVER have discovered Japandroids without R3, and this is one of my very favourite songs (House that Heaven Built).


WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

iamRobSmith
  1. 1935 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant 1925 does it count if it's just in Comox?
OpalJagger
  1. 1936 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

"You're not mine to die for anymore/So I must live" has been one of the most moving lines for me, ever. This song was big right around when one of my past relationships was failing, and it sort of helped me move on.

When this song comes on and I get to that part, my voice starts cracking when I'm trying to belt it out the way the boys do. Such an amazing tune.

fresh ginger
  1. 1937 posted by

fresh ginger on Mar 27, 2015

first blogger I met: calculust. Pretty sure it was at a Stars show.

How many more bands i've gone out to see as a result of R3's influence: SO MANY.


  1. SoLongAndThanksForAllTheFish
  1. FOR3VER
alsace lorraine
  1. 1938 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@Cicero. It is not a nickname if I do not respond to it
Christine McAvoy
  1. 1939 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

@Kirk It was at least around NYE that one year, probably before that? But I have photos of you Blee and Mel from that year.


Things we didn't think we should document ...until now haha.

zammachus
  1. 1940 posted by

zammachus on Mar 27, 2015

Ironically, even though I was the first to sit in the Iron Throne, I think I've only had one Throne Request since then.

Tiffy

I want to say two years? I honestly can't be sure.

Grant

I was tempted to hold off on posting that in the hopes it might land in comment 2000.


Christine McAvoy
  1. 1941 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

UGHHHHHH! I thought that was going to be Rah Rah!!! Or Gay Nineties...


Floor tom set?!

xcanuck
  1. 1942 posted by

xcanuck on Mar 27, 2015

@Glenroy - so good to see you on here!!I remember driving on the Washington DC Beltway in 2006 and hearing a song on Radio3 by a band called The Collapse. The song was "Geographic Centre of Canada". I tracked down their email address (on hotmail!) and got in touch with them. The Collapse morphed into The Wheat Pool and started one of the deepest musical loves I've ever had.That alone makes me eternally grateful to Radio3. How else could that happen?
Frankus
  1. 1943 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

I will tell you something else about this Japandroids song. It reminds me of Sam T, a former student. It is his birthday today. I saw that today on Facebook. We became friends on there awhile back. He lives in China now.     I remember I was listening to CBCR3 in class one afternoon and this song came on. Sam seemed to like it a lot. Awhile later he started playing guitar along with Steve, another kid in the class. They started a band and loved the Japandroids. They often came back to hang out with me and talk about music and stuff long after they got into high school, and now beyond. The connection we have came about partly because of Grant Lawrence. He played the music. That rippled out to me. It rippled beyond to the kids in my class and probably into China through Sam. I have always been a big believer in the power of ripples.
centropomus
  1. 1944 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks, Reg! I'll have my kids that day, sadly.
mikeroy9
  1. 1945 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

#1940

That'd be wonderful luck!

Kirk Avery
  1. 1946 posted by

Kirk Avery on Mar 27, 2015

I've heard this song 100 times, and saw them live, but it's true greatness is just sinking in now. Could be the circumstance, but this deserves to be CRANKED FOREVER! Never really listened closely to the lyrics. So good.
MackenzieC
  1. 1947 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Re: #1904 "this is a family show"


Remember during the Olympic Chalet when Adam Van Koeverden (sp?) was on with Grant and TB3's blog post was read outloud? It contained the word "hell" and Adam gave TB3 shit because it Radio 3 was a family show? The irony...

morgana
  1. 1948 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

The centre of the universe; nelson!
lounge_act
  1. 1949 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

Or, Analog Bell Service w/ Aunts and Uncles & Tariq! 
TheIceman
  1. 1950 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

Where is Sooop?
themountainsandthetrees
  1. 1951 posted by

themountainsandthetrees on Mar 27, 2015

For Grant, who called me one of his favourite new singer-songwriters on the podcast after TIFF in 2009 and was pretty much the first quote I used in all press kits since - thank you.

For Lana, who insisted I take the black I (CBC) R3 shirt even though I insisted I'd never wear it (it's currently going strong having been worn almost weekly ever since, even surviving an ex having it but eventually giving it back) - thank you.

For Lisa, who gave me such an awkward look when I first met her and instantly hugged her and who kept me company on CBC Radio 1 in my car while I attended university one summer in Vancouver - thank you.

For Vish, who I was never awake early enough to tune in for - sorry!

And for Craig, who had me co-host and debut unmastered songs from I Made This For You before it was ever released, who met me for beers after I had returned from a European tour and left me slightly buzzed and jetlegged in Union Station without telling me how to use the subway (I was so green), who once gave me an extra R3 toque at Halifax Pop Explosion so I could give it to a girl to impress her (it impressed her - I did not), and who I once shared a lovely drive to and lunch in beautiful Guelph with - thank you.

Finally, to all the friends, fans, aquantinces, tourmates, collaborators, frenimies, and etc (heh) I've met because of CBC Radio 3/the blog - thank you, sincerely.

rebecca1234
  1. 1952 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

love love love the japandroids! would not have known of them without r3 either, damn puppy ran after the meter reader, came back and was way behind
marie_curious
  1. 1953 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

First blogger i met was Zammy! <3
kidcauley
  1. 1954 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

Shred Kelly <3
dawn.h
  1. 1955 posted by

dawn.h on Mar 27, 2015

@Mark

It was after. You and I were chatting while your wife chatted with another man at the end of the bar. haha.

Then, we walked towards Yonge and some guy told us the big NxNE free concert that summer would be Flaming Lips.

Laura Beth
  1. 1956 posted by

Laura Beth on Mar 27, 2015

FAMILY, OH FAMILY!   
Grant Lawrence
  1. 1957 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

@IamRobSmith BABOOM! You still got it!
laurita.snow
  1. 1958 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

YOU GUYS I'M TRYING TO BOOK SATURDAY JUNE 20TH OFF FOR THE PICNIC SERIOUSLY I THINK I REALLY WANT IT TO HAPPEN LIKE A LOT!
PhilipST
  1. 1959 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

My R3 story: I got laid off from a job in corporate publishing, and began my own business, editing, working in a home office. I always listened to the radio when I had a regular office, but terrestrial radio. Being at home, with lots of bandwidth, I began looking in to international radio, and found I could get CBC, soon after discovered Radio 3. It's become my constant companion as I continue working from my home office. Thanks R3, Grant, et al.
laurita.snow
  1. 1960 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

AHHHHHH SHRED KELLY!!! <3 <3 <3
loweeda
  1. 1961 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

oh man, Japandroids was my soundtrack for the first term of my Masters. They are actually responsible for the noise complaint I received from my neighbour, via a note in my mailbox. 

I'm actually kind of proud of that note, since I could probably have been my neighbour's mom.

mcfflyer
  1. 1962 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

@MoniSki - Monica, thanks again to coming to Toronto to join me when I went onto Craig's Listener Co-Host show in 2011.  You were a week away from leaving Canada, but I so appreciated finally meeting a friend.  And I was so honoured to do the voice work announcement when you were named the 2010 Fan of the Year. 
dawn.h
  1. 1963 posted by

dawn.h on Mar 27, 2015

I think my memory (which is awful to begin with) is more random R3 facts then anything. 
Chopz87
  1. 1964 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

@Laurita - DO EET!
reginula
  1. 1965 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@Centro Aw, man! Bring them with you. I like to lure kids into the dark side with my sugary Mexican candy. 

That's a good thing, right?

xcanuck
  1. 1966 posted by

xcanuck on Mar 27, 2015

BTW - the blog has totally broken the mobile website. Continually crashing when I tried to access it a little while ago. Well done, gang.


PhilipST
  1. 1967 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

I love the people in Shred Kelly, such good folks. 
zammachus
  1. 1968 posted by

zammachus on Mar 27, 2015

The first blogger I ever met was Zammachus.

I still don't like him.

TheIceman
  1. 1969 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

I MISS VISH!!!


mikeroy9
  1. 1970 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

Scrolling the entire blog has become a fun game.
cathyort
  1. 1971 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@MackenzieC, #1947, also that time when Tariq read Sofa King ina  blog comment on the air...

we razzed him for weeks for that, he was so good natured about it.

laurita.snow
  1. 1972 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Chopz: If I can get that class off/figure out someone to cover/maneuver some things, I think I will!
reginula
  1. 1973 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

I LOVE OUR FAMILY!!!
mj2k1
  1. 1974 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Jon. I like the cut of your jib
No Longer Lurking
  1. 1975 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@Regina #1965 - You didn't work at the BBC during the 70s, did you?
mikeroy9
  1. 1976 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

Or at least a way to tire my hand out.
luckymaloo
  1. 1977 posted by

luckymaloo on Mar 27, 2015

R3 gave me Shred Kelly! <3
flannel tom
  1. 1978 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

Dammit, the photo uploader thing is broken (for me, at least) 

I found a photo of the May Two Four Pig Roast Boa party in TheRadioHead's garage of the "R3" gang bt I can't upload it! Damn you website!

Chopz87
  1. 1979 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

@reginula - I have to bring an extra suitcase of candy to be able to compete with you
jenna-arcade
  1. 1980 posted by

jenna-arcade on Mar 27, 2015

Great people, great band. Shred Kelly will soon be a house hold band across the world (i hope).
No Longer Lurking
  1. 1981 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@Regina - I need to find our family photo from our apartment last year. 
mikeroy9
  1. 1982 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

Also, R3 has become like a big brother showing me his cool record collection or an older sister giving me her iPod. So many great songs and memories here.
PhilipST
  1. 1983 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#1968 @zammy, he can't help himself. 
markgage
  1. 1984 posted by

markgage on Mar 27, 2015

@Dawn  It's coming back.  I totally remember that now.  That guy was so effing excited!!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 1985 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

BROOOOOOOOOOOOOD!
PhilipST
  1. 1986 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Banjo, yay! Oh, Alberta!
Shonica
  1. 1987 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

PSTNYC #1967 YES they are the best!
erinev
  1. 1988 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

grant's just playing all the bangers today! OH ALBERTA!!!
nitz
  1. 1989 posted by

nitz on Mar 27, 2015

YEEEEEEESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS
Backwater Brewery
  1. 1990 posted by

Backwater Brewery on Mar 27, 2015

Reminds me of my CBC road trip! Wooo
Cicero
  1. 1991 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@Alsace - You *DO* respond to it! Cand you respond with it! It's super-apt!

Family, oh family.


I love you all so much. I'm like five drinks drunk at the family reunion right now for all of the happy-sappy-nostalgic feelings I'm feeling right now!

  1. FOR3VER
westcrunch
  1. 1992 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

Juuuuuust when I think I can go back to work for 5 mins. EB!
Wapuche
  1. 1993 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

I'm a bad blogger, but I've totally forgotten how to change your profile pic on this newfangled system. Help?
loweeda
  1. 1994 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

ahh, chopz just reminded me that reginula brought us Mexican candy last summer! 

and THAT is just another reason why she's FOTY. <3

fresh ginger
  1. 1995 posted by

fresh ginger on Mar 27, 2015

mikeroy9: if ya don't want to scroll for the player, check this out.
luckymaloo
  1. 1996 posted by

luckymaloo on Mar 27, 2015

OH JEEZUSSSSS YOU'RE KILLING ME!!!!!!!!!! WOOOOOOOOOO!!!
laurita.snow
  1. 1997 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Mikeroy: Good analogy!
YAYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY OH ALBERTA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :D
mikeroy9
  1. 1998 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

Elliott Brood! Still have their Montreal Expos hat.
centropomus
  1. 1999 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Woooooo!!!!!
Wapuche
  1. 2000 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

Please?
Cicero
  1. 2001 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

BANJOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
StephRamsahai
  1. 2002 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

OH ALBERTA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
reginula
  1. 2003 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@Davoud #1975 I have no idea of what this is. Do I need to google this storY?
PhilipST
  1. 2004 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Bang away! Is @Babs46 here?
Babs46
  1. 2005 posted by

Babs46 on Mar 27, 2015

So happy Shred Kelly decided to start a band!!
deiru
  1. 2006 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

PLAY GRANT LAWRENCE KING OF THE FOREST !!!!!!!!!!!
nvp
  1. 2007 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


  1. Banjthem
hotpatch
  1. 2008 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

going for 2000
morgana
  1. 2009 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

i thought we were going to leave banjo o'clock for Lana …. 
jenna-arcade
  1. 2010 posted by

jenna-arcade on Mar 27, 2015

Also, the best when Time/Shred Kelly used to cover this song all the time. Not sure if they do it live anymore? They should.
Backwater Brewery
  1. 2011 posted by

Backwater Brewery on Mar 27, 2015

Just need some Rich to follow-also thanks garjoh for the beer up in Chicago
tiffyleeson
  1. 2012 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

I think Said The Whale brought me to the basement... and CMAC was the first r3 blogger I met!!!
loweeda
  1. 2013 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

I haven't changed my profile pic since that HCFF, which means about 3 years. I'm no help.
hotpatch
  1. 2014 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

way off
evensteven
  1. 2015 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

I guessed 420,069 comments in Garf's pool. I may have a shot!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 2016 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

I remember dancing around my old apartment every time this came on.  Note to self, don't dance whilst wearing socks on a tiled floor.  It'll just end badly.
Chopz87
  1. 2017 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

@Laurita - Nachos at Sneaky Dee's!!!
luckymaloo
  1. 2018 posted by

luckymaloo on Mar 27, 2015

Yay Wapuche!
PhilipST
  1. 2019 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

2000 comments by 20 minutes in to the second hour? 
slackhopper
  1. 2020 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

BROOD! One of the very first Canadian indie bands I ever photographed. Love those boys!
iamRobSmith
  1. 2021 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

Ok ok, I will share my best story of Grant.  My son was born 13 months ago and Grant and Jill gave my wife and I a ton of clothes and other newborn bits and bobs.  We had never met in person and he just rolls up to the house and gives us these things.  You're a stand-up guy Grant and just as instructed I tossed that damn rockin' swing thing into traffic...one speed on that thing - jet engine thrust!  Who approved that thing for sale?!?
124th Street Beat
  1. 2022 posted by

124th Street Beat on Mar 27, 2015

Ugghhhh

Have to quit reading the blog- making me teary-eyed and I have my office hours right now. Students would probably be confused as to why I am crying in a dark basement.

Besides Grant I have only ever met one other blogger- Dempstergirl, we both do our field work in the Yukon.

mcfflyer
  1. 2023 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

I was going to spend some time this morning uploading photos from my six visits to Canada since I discovered R3, but I can't seem to find the time . . .
No Longer Lurking
  1. 2024 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@Regina - Don't, it's not a nice story....
Chopz87
  1. 2025 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

Where is Garf?
canadajanes
  1. 2026 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Elliot Brood is going to be playing here next week, just 3 blocks from my apartment. AND I'M GOING TO BE OUT OF TOWN!!! Damn.
MoniSki
  1. 2027 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

@Lee. It was a great co hosting with you!!! I can't believe that was a week before I was leaving!!! No way!!! I'm glad we had that time!!!! And you announcing my Fan of the Year award! Amazing! 
OpalJagger
  1. 2028 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

I copied the entire contents of this blog over two minutes ago...Microsoft Word is still working to paste it all into a document. WELL DONE EVERYONE!
alsace lorraine
  1. 2029 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

Ok guys, my work computer has been super slow lately, so an IT guy came to look at it just now. He was looking at the memory usage stuffs and he commented that "wow Firefox is sure using a lot now" ... wonder why?
Old Abe
  1. 2030 posted by

Old Abe on Mar 27, 2015

@evensteven #2015, Your post (2015) was my guess!!
MSteve
  1. 2031 posted by

MSteve on Mar 27, 2015

I've never met anyone here other than maybe seeing them at a show from a distance, but after reading comments here for years I feel like I know a lot of you.
mj2k1
  1. 2032 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

The last time I saw japandroids was with Cam in Vancouver.  We got really really drunk and were late to the show.  Eventually we got in and drank too much.  We had to leave my girlfriend on the couch at the club to go up closer to the stage.

Japandroids are just one of those bands where you feel like you're constantly 3/4 done your beer you just bought

Snarf
  1. 2033 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

The ironic thing is on a normal day this would be great productivity music
MSteve
  1. 2034 posted by

MSteve on Mar 27, 2015

<-- me and my son, in case you ever see me.
dawn.h
  1. 2035 posted by

dawn.h on Mar 27, 2015

@Monica

Love.. you know. Whatever. No big deal.

(that was a good road trip to Windsor.. August 2010.. just looking at the flickr set I have.. we got home at 6am)

Christine McAvoy
  1. 2036 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

@Tiffany You were one of my favourite discoveries. <3

I'm glad I have no problem talking to strangers.

"Grant? Yah, he's here...want to meet him?" hehe

Thanks Yukon Blonde!

MikeV
  1. 2037 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

Vish was the best. Even though he had a penchant for ordering yogurt from a restaurant.  


He put me in his version of A Christmas Carol! I went into the CBC Fredericton studios on an incredbibly gloomy day to record that.

jdurley
  1. 2038 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

WAPUCHE

Go to the top of the page, and click on "Wapuche" in red there near the top right. Some options will pop up. Click on Settings. You can change your photo on the Settings page. Good luck!

MoniSki
  1. 2039 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

OH NO!!!!!!! OH ALBERTA!!! 


  • crying profusely*
flannel tom
  1. 2040 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks to R3 I know about Jenna Arcades band and bought the record! Mobina Galore! Big show this weekend, but I'll be out of town and will miss it. 
TheIceman
  1. 2041 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

@Westcrunch - I remember your Care Bears dress from HCFF as well. Damn you've gotta be cool to wear a Care Bears dress.
Silvorgold
  1. 2042 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

I'm hungover and have a bad heart burn. I lost my job this week but one thing that's kept me sane was music.

Today's a sad day. I remember back when it was announced Bande a part was going to be merged into Espace Musique - I knew it was the end of an era. I used to discover new french music from their podcasts and broadcasts - but not so much after it turned into Espace Musique, Bap disappeared completely. Now I'm still having a hard time discovering new French Canadian music.

I remember the days of Radio 3 when it was simultaneously broadcasted on Saturday evenings on Radio 2. I would mute Hockey Night in Canada and listen to Grant and Craig. I don't know how many times I tried to call in whenever there was a Trivia Tuesday or a Trivia Saturday, but all I remember is the only time I ever won anything was the final R3-30 on Radio Two.

I don't really talk about music much anymore as my true love is beer. I write about it in the local newspaper, I blog about it and I was even interviewed about it in Winnipeg Free Press the other day!

morgana
  1. 2043 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

@jenna-arcade #2010 last time i saw Shred Kelly, a few weeks ago, it did not make the cut.  i too have seen them perform oh alberta but several years ago now.  totally forgot how about that!  thanks for reminding me.
Babs46
  1. 2044 posted by

Babs46 on Mar 27, 2015

I really like this Elliott BROOD band
Christine McAvoy
  1. 2045 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

#EveryNight !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
CDNz1
  1. 2046 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

@TIFF - Check your FB.
NotWapuche
  1. 2047 posted by

NotWapuche on Mar 27, 2015

YES! Wapuche has taken the throne! All Hail His Grace, Wapuche of Houses Wolverine and Panther, First of His Name, King of the Bloggers and the Lurking Men, Lord of the Third Radio, and Protector of the Basement!
DrSunshine
  1. 2048 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

Just tweeted #FOR3VER. Trend that baby!
mj2k1
  1. 2049 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@cody: you're alive.  Assumed you drowned in beer
westcrunch
  1. 2050 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

@iceman I still have it! I still wear it! I'll bring it to the next meetup.


canadajanes
  1. 2051 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Memory - I'm pretty sure my first interaction on the blog was a song request on Craig's show. It took a while for me to post anything, and I think it was Shad's The Old Prince Still Lives At Home. I was an intern at the organization that I'd soon get a full time job at and would allow me to listen and blog almost all day every day. Good times.
cathyort
  1. 2052 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@Babs46, ya, they're okay! ;)
glenroy
  1. 2053 posted by

glenroy on Mar 27, 2015

@xcanuck: glad you are on here too friend! i'm here to pay tribute to the incredible impact you all and Grant have on canadian indie bands. changed my avatar for you. all the best - you are the best fan of music I have ever met.
MoniSki
  1. 2054 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

@Dawn. I love your profile pic. Is that the night that GRANT got us in the back door at a R2 show?!?!?!? Remember that Grant?!?!? You sneak! 


Dawn... you were always there for me when I was living in Toronto. I'm forever in your debt. I miss you!!!!

garfielduk
  1. 2055 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Chopz, I'm sorry Garf is unavailable right now, if you leave a message after the beep he will get back to you as soon as possible
kirkofdoom
  1. 2056 posted by

kirkofdoom on Mar 27, 2015

FOR THREE VER
HungarianG
  1. 2057 posted by

HungarianG on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant: Last live broadcast!!! WTF? Just joined in after some absence!
MikeV
  1. 2058 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

I should say Vish IS the best.


He's not dead! He's doing fine. He has a podcast with lots of great guests. He has two kids, and a wife, and a haircut. He also has a house. He still wears shirts.

alsace lorraine
  1. 2059 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@Canadajanes. I think my first interaction was also a song request on Craig's show. The monday meld/wednesday weld stuff.

It was great meeting you when you came through Calgary!

laurita.snow
  1. 2060 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ CHOPZ; I swear to god, if I can figure out how to get out of this shift (its a teaching shift so it's a bit complicated) I will try to come! I even have a friend I can crash with (maybe) if I come!
markgage
  1. 2061 posted by

markgage on Mar 27, 2015

Elliott Brood probably led me to R3. I heard them first on Westerns radio station. CHRW? that led me down the indie road.  I think it was 2004
StephRamsahai
  1. 2062 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

HAhahahahaha!

Grant is bad at hashtags and is going to be the Twitter guy for CBC Music.... HAHAHAHAHA!

loweeda
  1. 2063 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

silvorgold! I was just talking about how you were the first R3 blogger I ever met! I'm glad you checked in! 
TheRadioHead
  1. 2064 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

I am just learning that my house guests played on that Hey Rosetta album.  And with The Barr Brothers.
laurita.snow
  1. 2065 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Grant: YESSSSSSSSSS! I LOVE 'WELCOME!' One of the first songs that drew me into Radio3
dawn.h
  1. 2066 posted by

dawn.h on Mar 27, 2015

@Monica

Yeah. It was from that night. We were talking about it yesterday so I changed pics.


@Mark

I should have asked for his number. haha.

iamRobSmith
  1. 2067 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

I remember making this when Harper cut a bunch of CBC funding.

<-----------

sbarbara
  1. 2068 posted by

sbarbara on Mar 27, 2015

im going to miss all these traditions. wow
loweeda
  1. 2069 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

haha, good point in 2062, steph. Maaaybe they should have thought that through...?
mj2k1
  1. 2070 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

Yeah, Vish's podcast is still really great.

Can't believe he got a haircut though

flannel tom
  1. 2071 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

@silvorgold, I saw the interview with you in the paper, and have "heard" about you, through mutual friends. Cheers!
morgana
  1. 2072 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

@skcdp  well done momma!  good timing too;)  a story to share for years to come now.
MPCurley
  1. 2073 posted by

MPCurley on Mar 27, 2015

Hey Rosetta was one of the bands that led me to, and kept me on Radio 3.  Crank it!!!!!
darbarspecial
  1. 2074 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

@TRH - Very cool!
Grant Lawrence
  1. 2075 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

@StephRam re hashtags shhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!!! 
canadajanes
  1. 2076 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Silvorgold - Sorry to hear about the tough times! Hope things get better!
OpalJagger
  1. 2077 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

It's confirmed. If we haven't broken the Internet yet, you've certainly broken my version of Microsoft Word. Definitely crashed trying to copy and paste today's blog!
dawn.h
  1. 2078 posted by

dawn.h on Mar 27, 2015

MikeV!!!
DrSunshine
  1. 2079 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

As a Dad, this Hey Rosetta song on repeat can always make me weep with joy at being a parent.
cathyort
  1. 2080 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@TRH, wish we knew about Plume when we were in Montreal! Don't recall seeing them on the M for Montreal sked.
erinev
  1. 2081 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

grant lawrence king of the forest!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
canadajanes
  1. 2082 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Alsace - Yes! During the flooding! That was quite the weekend...
Old Abe
  1. 2083 posted by

Old Abe on Mar 27, 2015

@StephRamsahai #2062, HAHA! That's hilarious :)
WildWorks
  1. 2084 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

@TIFF Love that your cover photo on FB is my panorama pic from the R3 picnic from 2 years ago. :)
slackhopper
  1. 2085 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

Because of Elliott Brood, I met and made one of my best photography friends.
reginula
  1. 2086 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@iamRobSmith Can we bring that back? What did you guys do?
loweeda
  1. 2087 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

oh I love this Hey Rosetta song. some of the best lyrics, seriously.
Laura Beth
  1. 2088 posted by

Laura Beth on Mar 27, 2015

@STEPH I just went to favourite #2062. Not a thing on the blog!
markgage
  1. 2089 posted by

markgage on Mar 27, 2015

@Dawn  Missed opportunity.  Damn!
Silvorgold
  1. 2090 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

I remember CBC Radio 3 when it was PRE podcast, when it was a magazine featuring indie musicians. Damn, that was back in 2002/2003.. time flies


I don't recall who the first person I met was.. It was most likely Pat. that was back in 2006 for a DJ Champion/Malajube/YSP! concert in Winnipeg. I believe 80% of French St Boniface turned out for that show

alsace lorraine
  1. 2091 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@canadajanes. Yeah, you didn't pick the best time to be in Calgary...
MikeV
  1. 2092 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

@dawn.h Hi!
JonDixon
  1. 2093 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@slackhopper ha, I suppose that is borderline creepy.  I was just wondering if I knew you from back in the day, but probably not since I'm in my mid thirties
Chopz87
  1. 2094 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

"you're the most incredible thing"
deiru
  1. 2095 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

did someone just have a baby??
Grant Lawrence
  1. 2096 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

WAPUCHE* IS IN THE DIAMOND THRONE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (comment #2000)... WHAT DO YOU WANT TO HEAR?!!?!??!??!?!??!
  • this also means I get to say his name on air
loweeda
  1. 2097 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

Yes, erinv! Keep requesting it! GRANT LAWRENCE KING OF THE FOREST!
garfielduk
  1. 2098 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

Musical Thrones instead of musical chairs!
Babs46
  1. 2099 posted by

Babs46 on Mar 27, 2015

#Hey Rosetta makes my heart happy. 
JonDixon
  1. 2100 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

Yeah, Welcome by Hey Rosetta! brings a tear to my on the regular.
canadajanes
  1. 2101 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

I hope to see Daa around here sometime. He and MikeV with Craig and Vish in the mornings were a great way to start the day.

Although I doubt Daa will ever invite me back to his house after the incident with the painting...

iamRobSmith
  1. 2102 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

@Reginula not much really.  We were all just pissed off about it.
tiffyleeson
  1. 2103 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

@WildWorks - thanks!  it was an amazing day.  and I LOVE that picture.  thinking of getting it put on canvas for my apt. 


CDNz1 - will do!

mcfflyer
  1. 2104 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Remember seeing Hey Rosetta! at a casino at Lake Tahoe, and they rocked it, and as Grant demands, they played all of the hits!
iamRobSmith
  1. 2105 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

I still have the recording of Grant playing this for my little guy.  That actually did get me all feelingsy.
cathyort
  1. 2106 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

#2096

LOL

Can't wait!

canadajanes
  1. 2107 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Alsace - And the flooding followed me all the way to Winnipeg! A Royal Wood Show in Skatch got canceled out from under us!
marie_curious
  1. 2108 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

I missed the throne because of my fiancé! Pox upon his house!

...wait.

alsace lorraine
  1. 2109 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@JonDixon. I love your profile pic by the way. It's really great.
darbarspecial
  1. 2110 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Awww so many emotions...
ryanmaksymic
  1. 2111 posted by

ryanmaksymic on Mar 27, 2015

I found my first day on the blog!

http://music.cbc.ca/#!/blogs/2011/5/Today-on-The-Shumka-Chunk-Was-I-The-Wave-by-Miracle-Fortress-our-X3-Artist-of-the-Month

I won a Miracle Fortress CD from Dave Shumka!

If you want a weird compilation of your blog history, just type this into Google: "[your username]" site:http://music.cbc.ca

rebecca1234
  1. 2112 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

grandaughter (2) came in for a quick visit and didn't stop dancing!
laurita.snow
  1. 2113 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@Blog: I remember listening to this when the protests were raging in Montreal, and the Arab Spring was also in full swing. I couldn't stop thinking 'what a world to bring a kid into.' it really brought home to me how scary/incredible a thing it is to bring a kid into the world at this time, or any time.

I think that's maybe when I started to become an adult (sortof)

Cicero
  1. 2114 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@WAPUCHE - REQUEST GRANT LAWRENCE KING OF THE FOREST!
reginula
  1. 2115 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

If there won't be a Grant playing Welcome, I don't want to have children.
flannel tom
  1. 2116 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

I kind of missed it, who had the baby? Y'know, for the Hey Rosetta baby song.
alsace lorraine
  1. 2117 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@Canadajanes. Maybe just don't visit again. It sounds like it may have been your fault.
cathyort
  1. 2118 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@canadajanes #2100, same here! They were a morning show by themselves!
garfielduk
  1. 2119 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

Did Vish need A general or just a local anaesthetic for his haircut?
canadajanes
  1. 2120 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Who was it that was giving out homemade R3 stickers on the blog? The one I won is still on my car.
JonDixon
  1. 2121 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@alsace yeah, my wife came out of the shower at the hospital to the two of us like that.  I think Owen is about 2 days old in that photo
Old Abe
  1. 2122 posted by

Old Abe on Mar 27, 2015

I thought I would be pretty sad today...(I know, it's early) but I actually feel very happy and excited.

You people are the GREATEST!!

CDNz1
  1. 2123 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

#2053 is the coolest bloggy pic.
iamRobSmith
  1. 2124 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

<----REMEMBER DOG BLOG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
westcrunch
  1. 2125 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

Grant Lawrence King of the Forest
Christine McAvoy
  1. 2126 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

@Tom not a blogger, a tweet'er
Chopz87
  1. 2127 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

Allison!!!!!
MackenzieC
  1. 2128 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Where's rockandrollloser on here?

Oddly enough I ran into her in Winnipeg quite by accident back in the fall. I was walking down the street, did a double take at a familiar face and realized it was Ashley! What are the odds that she was in town and I just happened to be walking down that exact sidewalk at that moment.

canadajanes
  1. 2129 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

alsace - Good call. You are welcome to Visit Denver though!

Cathy - Good times!

cathyort
  1. 2130 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

LOVE IS A SCAR THAT NEVER HEALS

Double Jeremy Fisher!!!!

Frankus
  1. 2131 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

The 2:00 mark here.
deiru
  1. 2132 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

IF WE JUST KEEP POSTING GRANT LAWRENCE KING OF THE FOREST! HE'LL HAVE TO EVENTUALLY PLAY IT
loweeda
  1. 2133 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

Heyjon is the sticker magnate, canadajanes! 
marie_curious
  1. 2134 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

My first blog comment I won Norm MacDonald tickets from Vish!
Silvorgold
  1. 2135 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

My absolute favourite meet-up with R3 people was the Western Canadian Music Awards in Brandon back in 2009. For one weekend - Brandon was actually enjoyable. Loweeda, Ceebeedweeb and Mackenzie and I all concert hopped - that is when I wasn't volunteering or schmoozing. I saw Dan Mangan so many times it was like as if we were BFFs just for that weekend.

Brandon's music scene is pretty uneventful now days. All the good musicians end up playing elsewhere

Grant Lawrence
  1. 2136 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

JEREMY FISHER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
KristaMark
  1. 2137 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

@CDNz1    #1849  

Russ those parking lots beers at HCFF were the best!! That was a great year to meet a lot of my R3 friends!


Snarf
  1. 2138 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

whoa, I don't remember the last time I heard this Jeremy Fisher track, it is a great one.  Mega chair dance.
cinnie23
  1. 2139 posted by

cinnie23 on Mar 27, 2015

Hi all!! I haven't been on here in years, but I couldn't resist today. I can't listen, which is brutal, but I'm trying to keep up with the blog without getting caught (new job, don't want them to think I'm slacking).

Even though I haven't been active on the blog in a long time, I still cherish everything that CBC3 and all of you have done for me. I would be an entirely different person if I hadn't stumbled across a podcast in 2008 that led me to this station. Meeting so many of you has created many of the highlights of my life. 2011 will likely go down as the best year of my life, meeting many of you in Vancouver, going to HCFF and meeting even more of you, and going to LA to see Tim and chase Kevin Drew. It feels like the end, but at the same time, once my hubby and I finally get our finances figured out, our plan is to be at every folk fest ever, and see everyone again.

Love you all, and can't wait to see you again soon!

Cicero
  1. 2140 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@Reggie - right? I'll dress up as grant and come down to mexico to play it for you. Or I'll hijack grant and bring him with me. Maybe we'll just pick up bloggers along the way, and we'll all play it, Say Anything Style, in trenchcoats, holding up boomboxes outside the delivery room?
dawn.h
  1. 2141 posted by

dawn.h on Mar 27, 2015

My first meetup with a blogger was the infamous TB3. Him and his wife graciously invited me to London to see Wilco. I still mark that date on my kitchen calendar and make sure to ping him. I got a full tour of the gorgeous Aeolian Hall and the city in general, enjoyed my favourite band with two of my now favourite people (we had separate seats but texted to each other), slept on the couch and woke as their home daycare started to hum. It was a great start to an even greater friendship. 

I heart you tb3.

loweeda
  1. 2142 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

haha, Dog Blog! I forgot about that. Claaaaassic.
ATrain
  1. 2143 posted by

ATrain on Mar 27, 2015

I feel like I'm being summoned. Hi gang! It's been a while, but I had to swing by. xo
Wapuche
  1. 2144 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

Throne Song(s)

This is a toughie. My heart wants Basia, so I'd like to hear Basia Bulat- "In the Night," one of my first favorite songs. Meeting her was the most tongue-tied I'd ever been until I met Jill Barber.

If that won't work, I'd take The Sadies- "What's Left Behind"

And if that doesn't work, I'll take Ivan Hrvatska- "Make Love to CBC Radio 3"

morgana
  1. 2145 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015 i can't believe we haven't broken the blog yet … i hope i didn't just jinx it!

rebbey
  1. 2146 posted by

rebbey on Mar 27, 2015 Omg. Jeremy Fisher immediately brings me back to the Dakota and grant telling me I was gonna get kicked out for being too drunk... Because I was dancing haha (I only had 6 or 7 beer, right Grant?) :)

Christine McAvoy
  1. 2147 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

<------- Don Draper is watching over me today.

I should probably wear my tiara all day while drinking.

iamRobSmith
  1. 2148 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

GRANT PLAY NORTHERN TOUCH  // GRANT PLAY NORTHERN TOUCH  // GRANT PLAY NORTHERN TOUCH  // GRANT PLAY NORTHERN TOUCH  // GRANT PLAY NORTHERN TOUCH  // GRANT PLAY NORTHERN TOUCH  // GRANT PLAY NORTHERN TOUCH  // GRANT PLAY NORTHERN TOUCH  // GRANT PLAY NORTHERN TOUCH  // 
slackhopper
  1. 2149 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

This whole playlist is chair-dance worthy! Nicely played, Grant!
kidcauley
  1. 2150 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

Jeremy Fisher reminds me of Hedgehogfriend!
Wapuche
  1. 2151 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

HEY ALLYSON!
canadajanes
  1. 2152 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Cinnie! I remember you! Think you were around a lot right when I joined! Welcome back!
MackenzieC
  1. 2153 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

#2130 - I think Scar that Never Heals was one of the first songs that got me hooked on the podcasts. I was already familiar with Jeremy Fisher from when I listened to the Canadian rock/pop stream on Iceberg Radio back around 2003. I was so pleased he was still around making music (because I knew nothing about the indie scene back then.)
laurita.snow
  1. 2154 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

JEREMY FISHER YEAHHHHHHHHHH!

So happy that Ottawa can call him ours now! (sortof)

I actually keep running into him in bars. I always gush to my friends 'after he's passed.' One time he wasn't that far away and overheard me freak out. He came back and smiled at me. I was so mortified.

Chopz87
  1. 2155 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

Who is also listening in a fetal position?
MoniSki
  1. 2156 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

aw, I miss Allyson. 
PhilipST
  1. 2157 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#2136 Jeremy Fisher really does channel the Everly Bros sometimes. 
Funhog
  1. 2158 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

I feel honored to have had Welcome played for both my boys.
StephRamsahai
  1. 2159 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

ATRAIN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
astorrrmt
  1. 2160 posted by

astorrrmt on Mar 27, 2015

holy crap! i left it was 1266, now we're almost at 2166!! 

I hope the excitement continues well into next week and the weeks to come.

laurita.snow
  1. 2161 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Kid: hey good point! I saw him with HHF at the Black Sheep too! It was so much fun!
Christine McAvoy
  1. 2162 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

Hurricane Rebbey & Drunken Tornado are built for each other.

There will be much destruction the next time we get together.

canadajanes
  1. 2163 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Chopz - I had to stand up. I couldn't stay sitting, so much emotion.
Old Abe
  1. 2164 posted by

Old Abe on Mar 27, 2015

I can get behind the NORTHERN TOUCH request!!
reginula
  1. 2165 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@Cicero OH GIRL, that would rule! But that's not happening in the next 7500 centuries. Eww, babies. 
marie_curious
  1. 2166 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

I'm actually super happy because everyone is here and it is too awesome forwords!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 2167 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Can you really be too drunk to get kicked out of the Dakota?
erinev
  1. 2168 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

where is hedgehogfriend?!!!
himymothra
  1. 2169 posted by

himymothra on Mar 27, 2015

@marie_curious winning norm tickets is quite possibly the GREATEST blog win
canadajanes
  1. 2170 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

HeyJon - Thanks for the sticker again! Still going strong!
Christine McAvoy
  1. 2171 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

@Monica I'm SOOOOOOO Excited!!! We get Allyson on Sunday!!!! :D

EEEEE!

ATrain
  1. 2172 posted by

ATrain on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Patrick and Mon and Steph!!!!
iamRobSmith
  1. 2173 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

Oh geez I just realized Grant is going to play that stupid Stand song last.
rebecca1234
  1. 2174 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

oh grant!!! i love you! and i love jeremy!
rebbey
  1. 2175 posted by

rebbey on Mar 27, 2015 The blog is craaaaazy today!! Holy cow. Just wanted to say hey to everyone! Off to The Ship for a beer and a bite to eat but I'll keep listening in zee car! Have fun pals! Xo

Snarf
  1. 2176 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

I don't dog blog ('cause I don't have one)

<- but I am part of the black cat crew

Grant Lawrence
  1. 2177 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

Did Wapuche make a request???
loweeda
  1. 2178 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

Where is Atrain?! oh, I found her!

Where in the world are you now, Atrain? West coast already? And is Gordon with you? THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT.

dawn.h
  1. 2179 posted by

dawn.h on Mar 27, 2015

marie_curious

I don't recall anyone talking about all the giveaways there used to be. that was fun. I still have a handful of half-read Book Club books.

morgana
  1. 2180 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

@funhog nice profile pic.
reginula
  1. 2181 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

GUYS, this FAVOURITE KISSES seems to be out of my range, not available ANYWHERE for me. Do any of you remember where you got it?
kidcauley
  1. 2182 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

WHERE IS CAROL (HHF) EVERYONE?!
centropomus
  1. 2183 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Stand wagon! Yes!
Silvorgold
  1. 2184 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

The playlist currently playing makes me miss 2007. Grant: Can you play SNOWED IN for TheRadioHead one more time?!

If it wasn't for R3, I wouldn't have discovered Novillero, which ended up being one of Winnipeg's most underrated bands of all time and broke up too soon.


ATrain
  1. 2185 posted by

ATrain on Mar 27, 2015

And Hi CMac....see you in two days!!!
MoniSki
  1. 2186 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

ATRAIN AKA ALLYSON I MISS YOU!!!! I MISS YOUR MOJITOS! 
Backwater Brewery
  1. 2187 posted by

Backwater Brewery on Mar 27, 2015

I'm proud to say that one of my kids was born while good ol CBC music was being played: PUSH :) 
loweeda
  1. 2188 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

2144 is Wapuche's request, Grant.
markgage
  1. 2189 posted by

markgage on Mar 27, 2015

@RUSS  YES PARKING LOT BEERS.  TOO FUNNY.  YOU SAID SOMETHING LIKE "I KNEW YOU TWO WOULD BE INTO IT"
westcrunch
  1. 2190 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

@erinev

She works at a bookstore during the day and can't listen. BUT SHE SAYS HI TO EVERYONE!

WildWorks
  1. 2191 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

@laurita.snow [#2153] I saw Jeremy Fisher at the AquaAlta concert. Just glad Ottawa is his home. :)
canadajanes
  1. 2192 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Has anyone quit there job recently? We could use a good double play of I Quit My Job and I Hate Work. Grant played those for me when I quit my Houston job in order to head out on a 5 month road trip ending who knows where. And I greatly appreciated it!
jojodillon
  1. 2193 posted by

jojodillon on Mar 27, 2015

JOJODILLON IS BACK!

BABOOM!!!

mj2k1
  1. 2194 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

yeah play some JP for RH
flannel tom
  1. 2195 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

Grant - Can you BREAK OUT THE MAKEOUT? (The Maynards)
McS
  1. 2196 posted by

McS on Mar 27, 2015

I am a little disappointed that Grant hasn't done any creepy talking over the music today.
Wapuche
  1. 2197 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

Did someone mention "Say Anything"? Because I can hold a boombox for a ridiculous amount of time. 

But that's all I'll say about that. I don't want to ruin the movie for Lana again.

rebbey
  1. 2198 posted by

rebbey on Mar 27, 2015 Cmac - DEFINITELY. COME VISIT ME. YOUR TURNNNNN!! :)

ATrain
  1. 2199 posted by

ATrain on Mar 27, 2015

@loweeda I am en route! In the valley now and off to Vancouver on Sunday. Gordon stays here for a couple months :(
loweeda
  1. 2200 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

good point, kidcauley! Where is Hedgehogfriend?!
evensteven
  1. 2201 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

2032 Old Abe... WOW! Play that Number!!!
Cicero
  1. 2202 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@ Grant- re wapuche's requests

Throne Song(s)

This is a toughie. My heart wants Basia, so I'd like to hear Basia Bulat- "In the Night," one of my first favorite songs. Meeting her was the most tongue-tied I'd ever been until I met Jill Barber.

If that won't work, I'd take The Sadies- "What's Left Behind"

And if that doesn't work, I'll take Ivan Hrvatska- "Make Love to CBC Radio 3"



MackenzieC
  1. 2203 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

@Silvorgold  #2135 - you missed it early, Glen from the Wheat Pool was around earlier and we were talking about that weekend.


Remember earlier that afternoon when TRH, Loweeda, you and I were driving around Brandon listening to TB3's Christmas mix and Wintersleep's Weighty Ghost came on and we all just stopped talking at the same time and started singing along? Still gives me goosebumps thinking about that magical moment.

westcrunch
  1. 2204 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

@ERINEV @KC

Working at the bookstore. She can't listen or blog. But she says hi!!

darbarspecial
  1. 2205 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Cindy! I am glad you joined us! :D
mj2k1
  1. 2206 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

Oh the boss is coming would be a good song today
centropomus
  1. 2207 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

@GRANT --- see #2144
morgana
  1. 2208 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

@iamrobsmith #2174 i predict a certain new pornogrophers song, full circle and all that.
MoniSki
  1. 2209 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

@Christine, make sure she makes you her famous mojito!!!!! 
KristaMark
  1. 2210 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

@REBBEY

<-------- One of my favourite NxNE/R3 moments in this picture.

Remember when I introduced you and Steph to Liot and Ryan from The SHEEPDOGS and we were all so hammered? ANd you got Ryan's phone number before the night was over! Haha the best!!

flannel tom
  1. 2211 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

I need to read the blog later because you can't keep up! Do some other shit, come back to the 'puter and there's a bunch of new comments. 
WildWorks
  1. 2212 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

I tweeted to Hedgehogfriend to check if she's around. :)
Christine McAvoy
  1. 2213 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

ALLYSON!!!!! YA YA YA!

It's going to be 16 degrees today!!!!! Rain this week, but no snow to be seen. :D


I'm sad you're missing today's get together, would have been a great crash course introduction.

McS
  1. 2214 posted by

McS on Mar 27, 2015

Hmmm the blog just ate my last post...
themountainsandthetrees
  1. 2215 posted by

themountainsandthetrees on Mar 27, 2015

I second post #2195
iamRobSmith
  1. 2216 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

@canada yeah mate, I quit my job this week!
dawn.h
  1. 2217 posted by

dawn.h on Mar 27, 2015

One of my other first R3 memories was winning tickets to see Martha Wainwright with Vish at Danforth Music Hall.

And we all went to a pub next door and he was told he could expense nachos. haha.

Is anyone here from that group?

loweeda
  1. 2218 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

oh, I'm sad that you will be separated from Gordon, ATrain :( but I get how it could be tricky to move with him right away.

Anyway, so excited for you! Even though it means that you won't be in London when I visit now. ahhh welll ;)

morgana
  1. 2219 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

@kidcauley #2182 somewhere up there reginula said she was at work but sent us big hugs
westcrunch
  1. 2220 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

@canadajanes

I QUIT MY JOB. AND DEMAND "I QUIT MY JOB" TO BE PLAYED

glenroy
  1. 2221 posted by

glenroy on Mar 27, 2015

btw @Grant Lawrence, i called in once and answered a trivia question about a lyric in Sloan's "underwhelmed" song... BUT NEVER GOT MY TOQUE FOR WINNING. jus'sayin'
rebbey
  1. 2222 posted by

rebbey on Mar 27, 2015 No longer lurking - grant thinks so. Haha

Cicero
  1. 2223 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@Wapuche - we're playing 'Welcome' Say Anything style for Reginula when she has babies. Write it down in your calendar! Hopefully there will be less drama for poor Lana this time ;-)
Silvorgold
  1. 2224 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

@mj2k1 #2049:

I felt like I died but I'm still alive somehow.

NotWapuche
  1. 2225 posted by

NotWapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@jojodillon- Trumpeting your own arrival is like giving yourself a nickname. Be more like Wapuchules.
erinev
  1. 2226 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

thanks westcrunch!
deiru
  1. 2227 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

I HATE WORK!!!!!!!
McS
  1. 2228 posted by

McS on Mar 27, 2015

I'm a little disappointed that Grant hasn't done any creepy talking over the music today.
canadajanes
  1. 2229 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Grant - RobSmith quit his job this week! He needs some Shred Kelly/Old Man Luedecke!
mj2k1
  1. 2230 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@silvorgold: that's how most of my hangovers feel too buddy
No Longer Lurking
  1. 2231 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

LISA!
cathyort
  1. 2232 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

LISA!!! Omigosh.
Christine McAvoy
  1. 2233 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

YAY LISA!
evensteven
  1. 2234 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

Whoever designed this blog did a good job. Can't  believe it hasn't crashed #jinx?
iamRobSmith
  1. 2235 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

LISA!!!!!!!!!  OH THE MISSES I HAVE...
nvp
  1. 2236 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


Lisa !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

OpalJagger
  1. 2237 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

OH MY GOD I MISSED LISA'S SWEET VOICE
alsace lorraine
  1. 2238 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

Ooooh, I miss listening to Lisa! Hey there!
marie_curious
  1. 2239 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

LIIIISAAAAA!!!!!!
TheIceman
  1. 2240 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Liss!
JonDixon
  1. 2241 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

AAAAHHH LISA IS BACK!!!!!

GRANT PLAY HER SOME METAL!!!!!!

dawn.h
  1. 2242 posted by

dawn.h on Mar 27, 2015

Allyson Monica

Aw. Mojitos on the Bathurst porch!

hotpatch
  1. 2243 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

NLL, 2167,yes, to kick you out of the Dakota wouldn't they need to kick, or through you up the stairs
centropomus
  1. 2244 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Lisa!!!!!!
darbarspecial
  1. 2245 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

LISA!!!! I SO MISS HEARING YOUR VOICE!
canadajanes
  1. 2246 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Lisa!!!! Thanks for showing us around the CBC when we visited in Vancouver! We miss you!
TheIceman
  1. 2247 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

LISA


garjoh
  1. 2248 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

LISA!! Can we get a "Song I'm not sick of yet" ????
evensteven
  1. 2249 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

I'm thinking about drinking
lounge_act
  1. 2250 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Lisa!  I still listen to Full Metal Podcasts when weight training.
himymothra
  1. 2251 posted by

himymothra on Mar 27, 2015

metal please
Funhog
  1. 2252 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

ROCK ON LISA!
mcfflyer
  1. 2253 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

LISA!
flannel tom
  1. 2254 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

Time Travelling Lisa Christiansen. NICE.
rebbey
  1. 2255 posted by

rebbey on Mar 27, 2015 KristaMark - and we are still friends now, because I jokingly told him I hated the sheepdogs. Hahah good memories (fuzzy memories also.)

Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 2256 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

GRANT see 2144 for Wapuche's request
Chopz87
  1. 2257 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

Lisa's sexy voice....
Snarf
  1. 2258 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

I can't tell if people actually quit or just want to hear the song.
cathyort
  1. 2259 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

Lisa was a GREAT interviewer.
Christine McAvoy
  1. 2260 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

If Black Mountain isn't played after Lisa is done.... haha
PhilipST
  1. 2261 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Lisa Christiansen, I love her radio voice. So intelligent. Welcome back!
Cicero
  1. 2262 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

WHHHAAAAAAAAATTT!!??? LLLLLLLLLLLLLIIIIIIIIIIIIISSSSSSAAAAAA!!!!! THROW UP SOME METAL!
Shonica
  1. 2263 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

LISA!!!!! I miss that voice!
mj2k1
  1. 2264 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

One time I was in Vancouver and tweeted at Lisa "I'm in the lobby come let me downstairs" and she actually did.  Lisa is the best. 
jojodillon
  1. 2265 posted by

jojodillon on Mar 27, 2015

LOL, NotWapuche, remember that time we did not see the New Pornographers, when you did not have that extra ticket?  That was awesome!
himymothra
  1. 2266 posted by

himymothra on Mar 27, 2015

gorguts lol. it was played here once, when it was polaris long listed. and never again
zammachus
  1. 2267 posted by

zammachus on Mar 27, 2015

<<<<<<< THE ORIGINAL IRON THRONE (assuming the website hasn't crashed while I was changing it...)
124th Street Beat
  1. 2268 posted by

124th Street Beat on Mar 27, 2015

LISA!!!!I miss your metal!

I was overseas when you left when I was only listening intermittently..... I will forever regret missing your last show. I didn't even know you were leaving.

markgage
  1. 2269 posted by

markgage on Mar 27, 2015

@REBBY are we aloud to talk about that now re #2210 
StephRamsahai
  1. 2270 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

OH WOW. LISA!

I didn't get to listen to Lisa too much, but I approve fully of her music tastes!!!!

canadajanes
  1. 2271 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

METAL FOR LISA! LETS START ARGUING ABOUT HOW RADIO3 DOESN'T PLAY ENOUGH VARIETY!!!!
loweeda
  1. 2272 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

I learned a lot from those metal podcasts. I'm really happy Lisa made those.
mj2k1
  1. 2273 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@cicero: vomiting metal music?
Chopz87
  1. 2274 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

PLAY SOME METAL GRANT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
jerry
  1. 2275 posted by

jerry on Mar 27, 2015

 Hi Grant. I will greatly miss hearing your voice live in the Maritime afternoon.Your passion for Canadian emerging music has fostered a thriving community of like-minded musicians and music lovers. I hope CBC will continue to enable you to remain their tireless ambassador, as you are simply the best there is.
DrSunshine
  1. 2276 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

LISA!!!! You were solely responsible for making me a fan of HEAVY METAL MUSIC!!! Loved those podcasts. Still relistening to them.
MackenzieC
  1. 2277 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Lisa! I loved Extended Play! My favourite was the punk/country episode.
Old Abe
  1. 2278 posted by

Old Abe on Mar 27, 2015

TIME FOR SOME CANCER BATS!!
WildWorks
  1. 2279 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

I wonder who's next to drop by, Tariq Hussain?
himymothra
  1. 2280 posted by

himymothra on Mar 27, 2015

gorguts is good btw, i was not slandering them
laurita.snow
  1. 2281 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ CJ 2192: YESSSSSSSSSS! I second the request for I Quit My Job and I Hate Work. I listened to the latter constantly at work (and had an uncomfortable moment when a lone customer hear the lyrics blasting "and if you didn't tip me then I called you a whore." Ooooops.

and then when Lana played I Quit My Job when I actually quit my job! Oh man that was wonderful!

canadajanes
  1. 2282 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

MattyJames - Hey, Lisa did the same for me! She's great!
loweeda
  1. 2283 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

haha, canadajanes is nostalgic for our arguments.
mj2k1
  1. 2284 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

BISON BC

OR BISON


Snarf
  1. 2285 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

Lisa DOES have a great voice, I was just going to say that.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 2286 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Last time I was in the Dakota I was challenged to eat 6 Graham crackers in under one minute (without resorting to any drinks).
MoniSki
  1. 2287 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

HI LISA!
OpalJagger
  1. 2288 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

PLAY SOME FUCKED UPPPPPP
morgana
  1. 2289 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

i agree that we will be hearing a full on metal set in Lisa's honour.
MikeV
  1. 2290 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

Woo! Lisa C!! I got to meet her briefly once! Super nice. Miss her voice on the air.


On another note

@Grant Any chance we can here some Plateful Offist today?

flannel tom
  1. 2291 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

QUEST FOR FIRE 10 AM ROAD POPS!!!!!!!
laurita.snow
  1. 2292 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Nll: the cracker challenge? Yikes!
canadajanes
  1. 2293 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Ioweeda - That's why I'm back to spelling your name with an i not an l...
flannel tom
  1. 2294 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

STUDIO POPS!!!
slackhopper
  1. 2295 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

It's ALWAYS beer-o'clock somewhere
Ballack13
  1. 2296 posted by

Ballack13 on Mar 27, 2015

Haha yeah we know Vancouver property is a good investment, we watch Property Brothers.
cathyort
  1. 2297 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

Pretty sure I remember that show...
jenna-arcade
  1. 2298 posted by

jenna-arcade on Mar 27, 2015

This all makes me want to crack a beer.
kidcauley
  1. 2299 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

@westcrunch: thank you!!
flannel tom
  1. 2300 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

A SUITCASE OF PILS!!!

MATTY, CAN WE CRACK A 'SNER TOMORROW?

CDNz1
  1. 2301 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

#2167 - YES!
Funhog
  1. 2302 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

I hear you doing the traffic report once in awhile Lisa....and miss you when I do.
darbarspecial
  1. 2303 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

AWWWW.....
PhilipST
  1. 2304 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Here come the tears.
rebecca1234
  1. 2305 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

oh hell, blog is going squirrelly on my comp lol
laurita.snow
  1. 2306 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Jenna: RIGHT???
Michael
  1. 2307 posted by

Michael on Mar 27, 2015

Miss you Lisa!
McS
  1. 2308 posted by

McS on Mar 27, 2015

@Ballack13 I went to High school with the Property Brothers!
xcanuck
  1. 2309 posted by

xcanuck on Mar 27, 2015

@glenroy [2053] Awwww.....that's so sweet!!

You're a great guy, Glen. Hope we can continue to connect over the years.

kidcauley
  1. 2310 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

sounds like a day of debauchery!
Funhog
  1. 2311 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

Crank it!

FUCK YES!

Christine McAvoy
  1. 2312 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

YAYYYYYYYYY! Called it!
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 2313 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

repeat: GRANT see 2144 for Wapuche's request
flannel tom
  1. 2314 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

HELL YES

BACK MOUNTAIN

MackenzieC
  1. 2315 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Awwwww Lisa!
darbarspecial
  1. 2316 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

WOOOOOOOOOOHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Wapuche
  1. 2317 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks for the assist, jdurley!
centropomus
  1. 2318 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Wooooooo!!!!!!!
PhilipST
  1. 2319 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Smokin' speakers--Black Mountain!
himymothra
  1. 2320 posted by

himymothra on Mar 27, 2015

pilsner is great
mj2k1
  1. 2321 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@TOM: I've got a case of warm Pil Cans in my car ready to shotgun
slackhopper
  1. 2322 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

DAMMIT! I wish my speakers went louder!
Christine McAvoy
  1. 2323 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

*CRANK IT!!!!!*
nvp
  1. 2324 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


wreck the joint ..

JonDixon
  1. 2325 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

AWWWWWW YISSSSSSSSSSS!

BLACK MOUNTAIN!

CRANK IT!!!!!!!!!!!!

cathyort
  1. 2326 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@xcanuck, you're pretty swell yerself.
laurita.snow
  1. 2327 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

HI LISA CHRISTIANSEN!!
Snarf
  1. 2328 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

*speakers across the country are turned up*
loweeda
  1. 2329 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

2293: don't think I didn't notice that, oldmanjanes ;)
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 2330 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

repeat 2: GRANT see 2144 for Wapuche's request
mcfflyer
  1. 2331 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

YES!  I CALLED IT TOO, CHRISTINE!
Old Abe
  1. 2332 posted by

Old Abe on Mar 27, 2015

YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!

BEER O'CLOCK!!

mj2k1
  1. 2333 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

FACT: IF THIS SONG DOESN'T MAKE YOU WANT TO NOD YOUR HEAD IN AGREEMENT THAT IT IS THE GREATEST THING EVER, YOU SUCK
flannel tom
  1. 2334 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

IT HAS BEEN A LONG TIME THAT I FELT THE NEED TO TYPE IN ALL CAPS BUT I FIND MYSELF DOING IT REPEATEDLY TODAY
StephRamsahai
  1. 2335 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

IF I GET INTERRUPTED DURING THIS SET I WILL PUNCH SOMEONE!!!!!
TheRadioHead
  1. 2336 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

I have no doubt that everyone put everything into making Radio 3 the best that it could be.  I don't think the potential of R3 was fully realized.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 2337 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

All the way to 11 for this one!
JohnGFormidables
  1. 2338 posted by

JohnGFormidables on Mar 27, 2015

Jesus - how about crying in a fetal position!! How is it the Conservatives can cut and cut and Canadians can only cry? Even the Tories in the UK seem tame by BBC's comparisons - hell they still have 6 radio stations. In Canada, we are down to 2, online streaming, and a blog. And it seems the rest of CBC radio and TV is to go as well.

So what song to pick from 15 years of must listening? How about one about a magical 'myriad harbor' from the New Pornographers? We need a magical place to retreat and set sail again to another city. Great work Grant. Great work R3. We will miss you a lot, a lot, a lot....

krib
  1. 2339 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

man, 35 minutes in a meeting and 700 posts. 
WildWorks
  1. 2340 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Always love the opening to Stormy High.
krib
  1. 2341 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

and I missed Lisa? crap!
jdurley
  1. 2342 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

@Strerph - if you punch someone in this set, MAKE IT COUNT, eh?
Chopz87
  1. 2343 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

3 INCHES OF BLOOD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Shonica
  1. 2344 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015


CRANKED TO 11!!!!

loweeda
  1. 2345 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

I JUST ATE A WHOLE BUNCH OF SUGAR AND NOW BLACK MOUNTAIN IS PLAYING

ALSO I'M AT WORK HOLY SHIT THIS IS CRAZYPANTS

jenna-arcade
  1. 2346 posted by

jenna-arcade on Mar 27, 2015

Anyone else NOT at work and want to crack a beer with me? I think I'm gonna do it.
mj2k1
  1. 2347 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@RADIOHEAD: we needed more Black Mountain all the time.  Every god damn set.
canadajanes
  1. 2348 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

YES!!!!!! WORK SPEAKERS NOT LOUD ENOUGH
Cicero
  1. 2349 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

BLACK MOUNTAIN!!! YISSSSS
laurita.snow
  1. 2350 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ FT 2334: I KNOW RIGHT?? I CAN'T STOP WITH THE YELLING AND CAPS!
Old Abe
  1. 2351 posted by

Old Abe on Mar 27, 2015

@Chopz87 #2343, YES!!!
markefrank
  1. 2352 posted by

markefrank on Mar 27, 2015

Man, I love this place. 
jdurley
  1. 2353 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

@Wapuche - re: profile pic - Success!! No probs! 
cathyort
  1. 2354 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

#2338, who remembers Moniski's awesome cover of Myriad Harbour??
Sless
  1. 2355 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

PLAY SOME PUP
westcrunch
  1. 2356 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

IT'S AN ALL CAPS KINDA DAY
Yuletide
  1. 2357 posted by

Yuletide on Mar 27, 2015

FIST PUMPS!!
Old Abe
  1. 2358 posted by

Old Abe on Mar 27, 2015

@jenna-arcade #2346, I am AT work with a beer :)
canadajanes
  1. 2359 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

ioweeda - Glad you noticed...
loweeda
  1. 2360 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

^^^^PUPPPPPPPPPP
MikeV
  1. 2361 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

Black Mountain is the reason why I turn the black magic to solve all my problems.
mcfflyer
  1. 2362 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

I always associate this song with Lisa.  One day I was out in the garage on a day off, and I heard her play it, called the 877 number, and when she answered, I just said, "Lisa, I can just see you headbanging to this Black Mountain song."  Her replay, "Hi Lee!"  Lisa Christiansen, the best voice on Radio3.  Love, love, love!
krib
  1. 2363 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

Loweeda,

Cody is Silvorgold

no idea why I remember that

flannel tom
  1. 2364 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

@JENNA - I AM HOME. I DON'T HAVE BEER BUT I HAVE BOURBON.
MPCurley
  1. 2365 posted by

MPCurley on Mar 27, 2015

Nice!!! Black Mountain!!! I'm cranking it in anticipation of hearing them live at the Levitation Festival in Vancouver this June!  Any other R3'ers going to be there?
stevierayk
  1. 2366 posted by

stevierayk on Mar 27, 2015

Guitars.
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 2367 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

JENNA yes, I'm due for a beer. 13:47 here. geez.
JonDixon
  1. 2368 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@jenna I'm at work and I think I'll have to have a beer at 1 pm pacific to drown the inevitable tears that come during Grant and Lana's very last hand off.
TheRadioHead
  1. 2369 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

YESSSSSSSSS!
jdurley
  1. 2370 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

I DARE YOU NOT TO BANG YOUR HEADS TO THIS SONG
iamRobSmith
  1. 2371 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

I HAVE TO PEE SO BAD!
flannel tom
  1. 2372 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

@Mattyy, 2321 - bless your heart. 
darbarspecial
  1. 2373 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

FUCK YEAH!!!!
loweeda
  1. 2374 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

STEPH RAMSAHAI IS THE REASON WE YELL SOMETIMES

And I love her for it. And for other things

loweeda
  1. 2375 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

2371 just made me almost spit chocolate milk on my keyboard
cathyort
  1. 2376 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@srk, GREAT PROFILE PIC.
zammachus
  1. 2377 posted by

zammachus on Mar 27, 2015

YELLING!!!!
lounge_act
  1. 2378 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

I have to go to church later anyway - I'll have a beer.
Silvorgold
  1. 2379 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

@Krib because I'm just that amazing.
xcanuck
  1. 2380 posted by

xcanuck on Mar 27, 2015

In spite of having been an R3 member since 2006, I never met anyone from the blog until we moved to Michigan back in 2012. I went to see Said The Whale in Detroit wearing my R3 t-shirt and who did I meet other than @CDNz1, @cathyort and @heyjon? It was a great introduction to the people in the community. It's a true honour to know all of you!
flannel tom
  1. 2381 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

BLACK MOUNTAIN IS IN THE STUDIO RECORDING NEW MATERIAL!!!!
PhilipST
  1. 2382 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

More desk-dancing!
garfielduk
  1. 2383 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

Speaking of beers, I'm just starting my first Moosehead Larger
mj2k1
  1. 2384 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

LISA DO YOU LIKE METZ??? I FEEL LIKE YOU'D LIKE METZ A LOT. METZ ARE GREAT
loweeda
  1. 2385 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

silvorgold was here, even, krib! He may still be, for that matter.
flannel tom
  1. 2386 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

QUEST FOR FIRE!!!!! SO GOOOOOOOOD.
slackhopper
  1. 2387 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

How 'bout a little Public Animal?! I love Blurton. And the drummer is from the Sault!
Sless
  1. 2388 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

CRANKEDDDDD!!
ryanmaksymic
  1. 2389 posted by

ryanmaksymic on Mar 27, 2015

Guys, who's gonna be at FIELD TRIP this year???
CDNz1
  1. 2390 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

@NLL - Oh wait, that was the 'Shoe that suggested that I NOT have another beer...
Sless
  1. 2391 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

PLAY A TRIBE CALLED RED
Chopz87
  1. 2392 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

CURSE WORDS!!!!
loweeda
  1. 2393 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

PLAY PUP AND METZ AND FUCKED UP PLEASE
StephRamsahai
  1. 2394 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

YES YELLING ALL DAY EVERYDAY RAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH!!!!!!!!!
gcranston
  1. 2395 posted by

gcranston on Mar 27, 2015

Yes! Stormy High is the song that brought me to Radio3!  So fitting to hear it today. Thank you Grant; thanks for everything!


I'll see you around...

mj2k1
  1. 2396 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@SLESS: Maybe you can make a robot playlist for next week.  I'm so down with some PUP and some ATCR
krib
  1. 2397 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

I remember on Lisa's show one time I posted a "sofa king..." type of comment. Not really with sofa king but something similar. She read it on the air with a "oh my" sort-of thing on the end of it.

I posted on the blog, "sorry, I didn't mean for you to read that on the air"

and she posted "I thought it came off quite well"

ha.

cathyort
  1. 2398 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

#2393   +1
MoniSki
  1. 2399 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

@Cathy Re #2354 I REMEMBER!!!! And I agree, Myriad Harbour would be a great song to play!!!! Such a great tune! 
vraets
  1. 2400 posted by

vraets on Mar 27, 2015

Just logging in quickly to say that, even though my job keeps me from hopping on here often/ever, I still listen almost daily. It's going to be weird from now on.
StephRamsahai
  1. 2401 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

LOWEEDA I MISS YOU A LOT PLEASE GET HERE SOOOOOOOOOOOOOON!!!!!!!
evensteven
  1. 2402 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

Did anyone else wear a diaper today so you don't have to leave the blog for a bathroom break?
Funhog
  1. 2403 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

BEER O"CLOCK!
krib
  1. 2404 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

ha, Silvorgold is like Beetlejuice
No Longer Lurking
  1. 2405 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@CDNz1 - I may or may not have been asked to leave the Horseshoe after one too many...
mikeroy9
  1. 2406 posted by

mikeroy9 on Mar 27, 2015

I'm unable to keep up with all of these posts, so I am signing off from the blog and will be listening along as I work. Grant and the rest of the R3 team, thanks for making my musical education so special over the past 10 years. From middle school to my undergrad graduation, R3 has helped shape and refine my musical tastebuds since the very beginning. Can't wait to hear what's in store for the next chapter.
Grant Lawrence
  1. 2407 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

Did Wapuche get in a request yet?
Frankus
  1. 2408 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

BEER O'Clock has launched.
MikeV
  1. 2409 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

@evensteven NO!!!!





yes

Silvorgold
  1. 2410 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

OPEN ALL THE BEERS!


I just popped open a Unibroue Trois Pistoles for old time sakes

jdurley
  1. 2411 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

First R3'er I met was The Iceman who kindly bought my extra ticket to Great Lake Swimmers. Next up I met TeaandCartography under similar circumstances. Then I did a GIANT BATCH MEET of a million of you at the 2013 Picnic - you know, the one with the freakin wedding??
TheIceman
  1. 2412 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

I sincerely hope that Lauren Burrows shows up to join Grant for a Hip Hop set.
loweeda
  1. 2413 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

FUCK YEAH RAMSAHAI I MISS YOU TOOOOOOO
balls
  1. 2414 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

Everyone have a beer and have a stellar day, great show thus far.. driving around in the sun listening to Elliott BROOD and Hey Rosetta! just like old times. I know the music will still be great, and I'm stoked on that!!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 2415 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Grant - CTRL (or CMD) F is your friend.
MackenzieC
  1. 2416 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Jon Janes just texted to say he was leaving the building. GRANT - Jon wants to know if you'll play Hayden - My Wife.


Apparently he once requested it during a live request show and dedicated it to a classmate who was trying to steal his girlfriend.

mj2k1
  1. 2417 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@slackhopper: I was watching Bionic or CMON somewhere in Saskatoon once.  There was about 6 people in total there including the staff.  A fight started to break out.  Blurton told them to back the fuck down or he's leaving.

They backed down. We had fun. Ian is a legend.

flannel tom
  1. 2418 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

THE STEREO IS TURNED UP PRETTY LOUD IN MY HOUSE

HOW ABOUT SOME DREGS IN THIS SET? HOT NEW ACT.

boders
  1. 2419 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

WHHOOOOOOOOOO!!! LETS GET SOME FUCKED UP IN HERE
Frankus
  1. 2420 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

Soo Many Beers all together. Like we were all signalled at once. Beer lemmings.
evensteven
  1. 2421 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

2409 Mike V

Good comedic timing!

nvp
  1. 2422 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


i remember Tariq getting "sofa king"ed! classic!

garfielduk
  1. 2423 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant please see #2144
zammachus
  1. 2424 posted by

zammachus on Mar 27, 2015

As if this blog weren't enough of a distraction today, a dog just wandered into the office!
jojodillon
  1. 2425 posted by

jojodillon on Mar 27, 2015

So what did I miss in the first 1.5 hours of the show?  Besides 2K blog comments?
mj2k1
  1. 2426 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

hi cam
CBarn
  1. 2427 posted by

CBarn on Mar 27, 2015

Grant! Could we get Genre Tourism by THE DANKS?! Feels right today...
laurita.snow
  1. 2428 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

I HAD TO HAVE MY BEER YESTERDAY BECAUSE I'M GOING OUT TONIGHT WITH PARENTS. I WISH I COULD DRINK RIGHT NOW (not that wouldn't get me fired or anything...)
Christine McAvoy
  1. 2429 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

UGHHHHHHHHHH! The drums keep throwing me off!


I need to hear either Rah Rah or Gay Nineties...whichever they are using for the beginning of almost famous.

Ballack13
  1. 2430 posted by

Ballack13 on Mar 27, 2015

I wish I had some R3 peeps to hang with in Phoenix. 

Sounds like fun being able to meet up for note than just shows

flannel tom
  1. 2431 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

stars are really harshing my vibes right now
MikeV
  1. 2432 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

@evensteven Thanks. That was really a nod to Craig Norris.
loweeda
  1. 2433 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

Let's just keep posting Wapuche's requests until Grant sees them.

he wants Basia Bulat or The Sadies or Ivan Hvatska (sp?)

gcranston
  1. 2434 posted by

gcranston on Mar 27, 2015

I was heading home from Ottawa, through Montreal and down to Boston. Pulled off the road for gas in Rigaud, QC. There is a brewery there called Le Castor. If you have not had their Yakima IPA you have not lived. I'll be enjoying one tonight... in bottles of course!
mcfflyer
  1. 2435 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015 Changing blog photos today takes so much precious time.

cathyort
  1. 2436 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@jojodillon, crying, love and music.
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 2437 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

repeat 3: GRANT see 2144 for Wapuche's request
Emma Godmere
  1. 2438 posted by

Emma Godmere on Mar 27, 2015

AGELESS BEAUTY!!!
Sless
  1. 2439 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant

Wapuche's request is in comment 2144

slackhopper
  1. 2440 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

I got kicked out of The Townehouse in Sudbury (which is quite a feat) after a few too many Stack brews. White Cowbell Oklahoma was playing that night, so I guess it's not that shocking. The only time in my life I've ever been kicked out of an establishment. Oops.
MPCurley
  1. 2441 posted by

MPCurley on Mar 27, 2015

It's gonna be 18 degrees in Calgary today!  Beer o'clock on the patio!
boders
  1. 2442 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

hey Matty. Stupid boss was talking in my ear while I was trying to jam out to Japandroids
loweeda
  1. 2443 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

shut up flannel tom I love STARS

(jk don't ever shut up)

krib
  1. 2444 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

I remember when Tariq read a "sofa king..." comment from c-mac out on the radio
mj2k1
  1. 2445 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

GRANT CAN YOU PLEASE PLAY THE LUCKY ONES BY PRIDE TIGER.  IT'S A GOOD LITTLE DITTY ABOUT ALWAYS LAUGHING AND ALWAYS HAVING FUN. SO PUT THAT RECORD ON. OH YEAH.
Grant Lawrence
  1. 2446 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

@wapuche you're stumping me with those requests!!!
MackenzieC
  1. 2447 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

DIAMOND THRONE (2000)

Wapuche posted this earlier Grant:

Throne Song(s)

This is a toughie. My heart wants Basia, so I'd like to hear Basia Bulat- "In the Night," one of my first favorite songs. Meeting her was the most tongue-tied I'd ever been until I met Jill Barber.

If that won't work, I'd take The Sadies- "What's Left Behind"

And if that doesn't work, I'll take Ivan Hrvatska- "Make Love to CBC Radio 3"



xcanuck
  1. 2448 posted by

xcanuck on Mar 27, 2015

Definitely still my favorite Stars song. Amy sounds SO good on this song.
jenna-arcade
  1. 2449 posted by

jenna-arcade on Mar 27, 2015

<------
Grant Lawrence
  1. 2450 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

... but I'll see what I can do ...
No Longer Lurking
  1. 2451 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Checkout the timeline and tell me that Lana Gay isn't an ageless beauty (seriously, how does she do it, doesn't look like she's aged a day).  

LANA GAY I WANT YOUR SECRETS.

jojodillon
  1. 2452 posted by

jojodillon on Mar 27, 2015

Memories

I'd be curious of the date of the Cathyort CoHost Initiative, I remember that episode pretty distinctly.

mcfflyer
  1. 2453 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

<<<< Lovely Lisa on my 2011 visit.
jenna-arcade
  1. 2454 posted by

jenna-arcade on Mar 27, 2015

I look crazy
boders
  1. 2455 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

WAPUCHE SEZ @ 2144:

hrone Song(s)

This is a toughie. My heart wants Basia, so I'd like to hear Basia Bulat- "In the Night," one of my first favorite songs. Meeting her was the most tongue-tied I'd ever been until I met Jill Barber.

If that won't work, I'd take The Sadies- "What's Left Behind"And if that doesn't work, I'll take Ivan Hrvatska- "Make Love to CBC Radio 3" 

krib
  1. 2456 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

This is insane
kidcauley
  1. 2457 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

awwwww I saw Stars when I was 15 for the first time - my brother drove my friend and I to the show at the Mod Club, and this album (Set Yourself on Fire) was about to be released. The sold everyone at the show early copies! Still one of the best shows of my life - I feel like this is a great anthem for a 15 year old girl!
alsace lorraine
  1. 2458 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@MPCurley, another Calgarian? I biked to work today with my lighest jacket and was still too warm.
marie_curious
  1. 2459 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

The thrones aren't working today. They keepgetting buried.
slackhopper
  1. 2460 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

@mk2k1 Yea, Blurton gets pretty serious when on stage. I've seen Blurtonia, C'Mon and Public Animal live over the years. All GREAT projects.
darbarspecial
  1. 2461 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Love it jenna-arcade!
mj2k1
  1. 2462 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@CAM: I like to ask Paige "have you ever seen the Japandroids" and she'll say "yeah" and I'll say "not really because you were passed out on the dirty club couch"

That was a good show. Did Metz really open? We were out in the alley and missed it if they did

loweeda
  1. 2463 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

kidcauley I love that story! And I also love that a Stars show was one of your best concert experiences. they're my band!
MikeV
  1. 2464 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

Wapuche wants to hear a recording of the last dodo bird.
gcranston
  1. 2465 posted by

gcranston on Mar 27, 2015

So the iron throne is at comment 500... what happens when we hit 5000 Grant?
heyjon
  1. 2466 posted by

heyjon on Mar 27, 2015

@canadajanes The supply continues.  If you ever need replacements, let me know.  I'm on it.
flannel tom
  1. 2467 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

@matty, Blurton is the man indeed. C'mon was a "must see" show whenever they came to town, which I felt like was once or twice a year. I like how Blurton used to take the mic stand out onto the floor and a gang would form around him all shout singing along with him! Good times. 
kidcauley
  1. 2468 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

(I may have been 16 at the time hmmmmm)
Ballack13
  1. 2469 posted by

Ballack13 on Mar 27, 2015

Excited to see Stars on Sunday! 
glenroy
  1. 2470 posted by

glenroy on Mar 27, 2015

@xcanuck: (2144) agreed. one of the best indie canadian rock songs in my books
mj2k1
  1. 2471 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@tom: yeah this is a great song but not after black mountain.
jenna-arcade
  1. 2472 posted by

jenna-arcade on Mar 27, 2015

yeah pup, metz, single mothers, fucked up, PROPAGANDHI!! LOUD set.
canadajanes
  1. 2473 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

HeyJon - Seriously? You sir, are a gentleman and a scholar!
OpalJagger
  1. 2474 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

Ugh, was gone only like 10 minutes with one earphone dangling in my ear talking to a co-worker about something, and just as I thought I'd caught up, more comments updated. What a day! Such an amazing jam this Stars tune, and I finally got to watch Stars live (twice!) this past year in Ottawa :)
garjoh
  1. 2475 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

@heyjon: I would LOVE one of those! garjoh AT gmails Pretty Please!
evensteven
  1. 2476 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

Janna#2449... Nice BEER!
laurita.snow
  1. 2477 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Mcflyer: OF COURSE! :D

@ GRANT: Any chance of you paying AMBER SKIES or anything by INLET SOUND?? If not that, then maybe RATHER BE WITH YOU-YUKON BLONDE??

After hearing it on Request Wednesday, it's become one of my anthems for this week!

In other news, this song is making me want to cry.

mcfflyer
  1. 2478 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

We much be coming close to breaking the blog.  I went over to switch my blog photo, and I got an error statement when I tried to return!  I opened a new tab, and it took forever to get back!
cathyort
  1. 2479 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@jojodillon, (American) Thanksgiving 2009!
boders
  1. 2480 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

@Matt - I think Metz might've not been on that date but was on most of that tour? blursy
Grant Lawrence
  1. 2481 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

@gcraston my head explodes
hotpatch
  1. 2482 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

Lana Gay I want your wet secrets, ie; what kind of beer do you like and what flavor of frozen yogurt is your fav
canadajanes
  1. 2483 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Ballack - I hear you about the lack of R3 Show Buddies. Never anyone else in Denver or Houston. But if you wear CBC or R3 gear, I guarantee you'll meet some Canadians!
reginula
  1. 2484 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015 Stars!!!!!' Tonight!!!!

Christine McAvoy
  1. 2485 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

@Jenna ATTA GIRL! When are you guys coming out here? I want to seeeeee you!
OpalJagger
  1. 2486 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

WE'RE THE PEOPLE WHO KNOW WHAT ROCK AND ROLL IS ABOUT.......right?
zammachus
  1. 2487 posted by

zammachus on Mar 27, 2015

If you hit comment 5000, you are King of All Cosmos!
StephRamsahai
  1. 2488 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

@MATTY AND FLANNEL TOM - I MET IAN BLURTON AT A SHOOTING GUNS SHOW NOT TOO LONG AGO! ONE OF THE BEST MOMENTS OF MY LIFE!!!!!! HE WAS COOL AND HANDLED MY FANGIRLDOM VERY WELL. HAHAHAHAHA.
Sless
  1. 2489 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

Over 1500 comments since Grant started.

TODAY IS ONE FOR THE BOOKS!

MPCurley
  1. 2490 posted by

MPCurley on Mar 27, 2015

@Alsace Lorraine #2458 Another Calgarian?!? I've always been so disappointed that all the bloggers are from elsewhere!  Yeah, it definitely feels like spring has arrived today, eh?  I'm hitting up the Ship after work.
societyfinch
  1. 2491 posted by

societyfinch on Mar 27, 2015

RIGHT!


mcfflyer
  1. 2492 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Slooaaannnn!
jdurley
  1. 2493 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

SLOOOOOOOOOOAAAAAAAANNNNNNNNNN!!!!!!!!!
jenna-arcade
  1. 2494 posted by

jenna-arcade on Mar 27, 2015

Fuck, yeah.
jojodillon
  1. 2495 posted by

jojodillon on Mar 27, 2015

My biggest regret in life, not being on the listener cohost initiative. 
MikeV
  1. 2496 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

Okay people I must roll out like an pre-horrible movies Autobot. Don't break the blog till I get back.
kidcauley
  1. 2497 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

Lyrics to this song are immortalized under my name in my grade 8 yearbook!
Old Abe
  1. 2498 posted by

Old Abe on Mar 27, 2015

@GRANT - PLAY GRANT LAWRENCE KING OF THE FOREST.  IT"S A CROWD FAVOURITE!!
hotpatch
  1. 2499 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

wait, Lana's not here yet
tiffyleeson
  1. 2500 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

SLOOAANN!!!!!!  
canadajanes
  1. 2501 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Zammie - Great Katamari reference, btw...
centropomus
  1. 2502 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Trois Pistoles is a stellar beer --- whoever it was who said they're having one now.

SLOANNNNN!!!

tiffyleeson
  1. 2503 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

sweeeet!!!
deiru
  1. 2504 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

LET'S TRY THIS AGAIN GRANT LAWRENCE KING OF THE FOREST
mcfflyer
  1. 2505 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Thank god, I'm not at work today.  It would be impossible to do anything.
alsace lorraine
  1. 2506 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@MPCurley. There are a few of us, Switters and Cicero are also in Calgary. However, I am barely on the blog anymore
loweeda
  1. 2507 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

REginula, I'm so excited for you to see Stars tonight! Please give Torq some love for me
laurita.snow
  1. 2508 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

SLOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAN! :D
Snarf
  1. 2509 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

yeah, like Lee says, don't leave the blog.  You may not make it back. The whole site is really slow.  For no good reason.
WildWorks
  1. 2510 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Sloan, I always remember the beginning of the MV as it played on MuchMusic ages ago. :)
kirkofdoom
  1. 2511 posted by

kirkofdoom on Mar 27, 2015

Steph, your fangirldom is one of my favourite memories of that one NXNE I was at.
deiru
  1. 2512 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

WOW DOUBLE POST
MackenzieC
  1. 2513 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

CRAAAAAAAAAAAAANKKKKKKKK ITTTTTTTTTTT!
garjoh
  1. 2514 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

Contrats to @tiffyleeson for turning the knob to 11 and hitting #2500!!!
societyfinch
  1. 2515 posted by

societyfinch on Mar 27, 2015

IF IT FEELS GOOD DO ITTTTTTTT!!!!!
Sless
  1. 2516 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

SLOOOOOOOOOOAAAAAAAANNNNNNNNNN!!!!!!!!!!!111
mj2k1
  1. 2517 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

Sloan has to be king of the Canadian indie bands, right?  Let's be serious.
loweeda
  1. 2518 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

Keep trying, deiru! It's gotta happen sooner or later

GRANT LAWRENCE KING OF THE FOREST!!!

jenna-arcade
  1. 2519 posted by

jenna-arcade on Mar 27, 2015

#2485 CHRISTINNNNEEEE JUNE! we'll actually be there a bit this summer. Gonna spend a couple weeks there probably in July, rent a rehearsal space and write some songs :)

First two weekends of June we will be there, so we should meet up!


erinev
  1. 2520 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

who wants to come help me pack up my friggin' apartment? i am failing
laurita.snow
  1. 2521 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

I WANT TO ADD THIS TO MY CBC PLAYLIST BUT IT STILL SAYS STARS!!
gcranston
  1. 2522 posted by

gcranston on Mar 27, 2015

I am at work right now and wish I could be elsewhere with better speakers and a beer.
canadajanes
  1. 2523 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Steph - Old Man Luedecke in a stairwell?
MackenzieC
  1. 2524 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

#2517 - agreed.
centropomus
  1. 2525 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

We're breaking the blog!!!
balls
  1. 2526 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

Guys -- you're going to break the internets at this rate

So, KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!

No Longer Lurking
  1. 2527 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Sloan's show at NxNE 2013...damn it was good.
mcfflyer
  1. 2528 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Last time I saw Sloan, I said, "Welcome to San Francisco, Chris!", and he responded, "Grant Lawrence said to be on the look out for Lee Hower!" 
himymothra
  1. 2529 posted by

himymothra on Mar 27, 2015

@erin you will know your true friends if they actually do that request.


loweeda
  1. 2530 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

2523: I CAN'T BELIEVE THIS IS HAPPENING!!
laurita.snow
  1. 2531 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@gcranston: AGREED!
MPCurley
  1. 2532 posted by

MPCurley on Mar 27, 2015

@Alsace Cool!  It's nice to meet a fellow Calgarian R3 fan.  Been to any good shows lately?
StephRamsahai
  1. 2533 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

@CANADAJANES - HAHAHAHAHA! AHHHHHH... STILL SO DAMN FUNNY! BACK WHEN NXNE AND TORONTO WERE SUCH FANTASY THINGS FOR ME!
Christine McAvoy
  1. 2534 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

@Jenna AHHHH! I leave on the 9th for ontario/NXNE but if you're around the one before I go that's awesome! :)

July sounds good too! YAY!

flannel tom
  1. 2535 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

Sloan was all over Much Music in the old days and so pretty much everyone my age knows all of the words to all of the songs. the fact they've kept rockin' (saw them 2 maybe 3 years ago, still killed it) is amazing. they should just keep on trucking basically. 
Sless
  1. 2536 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

TIFFYLEESON WITH COMMENT 2500!!!!! TIFFYLEESON WITH COMMENT 2500!!!!! TIFFYLEESON WITH COMMENT 2500!!!!! TIFFYLEESON WITH COMMENT 2500!!!!! TIFFYLEESON WITH COMMENT 2500!!!!! TIFFYLEESON WITH COMMENT 2500!!!!! TIFFYLEESON WITH COMMENT 2500!!!!! TIFFYLEESON WITH COMMENT 2500!!!!! TIFFYLEESON WITH COMMENT 2500!!!!! 
canadajanes
  1. 2537 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Grant - You pretty much have to play Grant Lawrence King of the Forest at some point.
himymothra
  1. 2538 posted by

himymothra on Mar 27, 2015

you seem really nice and you are a sens fan but no, would not help you pack.
EricR
  1. 2539 posted by

EricR on Mar 27, 2015

I'm pretty sure that when we staged the "Occupy Blog" for Vish's last day/end of The Basement, we hit 4000+ comments, but I think that took a whole weekend... this is unbelievable, in the best. way. possible.
laurita.snow
  1. 2540 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

WHAT SLOAN SONG IS THIS SO I CAN FIND IT LATER?!?!
Christine McAvoy
  1. 2541 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

WOOOOOOOOOO!
krib
  1. 2542 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

Grant!!!!!

Unfortunately, I have to leave and probably will miss you last sign-off. I know you're going to be around in social media form next week, but we all know it won't be the same.

Just want to say it's been a blast. That timeline has made me realize how long I've been listening to this stuff, because I found it via the Live Concerts site, many, many years ago. You have exactly the right personality and temperament to deal with the finicky and rather boisterous listeners that R3 has. Some of the crap you've had blasted your way...man...I don't know how you do it.

Your lovely wife - who NEVER won the sexiest musician Bucky despite my annual campaign to make it happen - put it best when she described everything you've put into this community. It's an amazing and unique place.

anyway, off to spend the afternoon with my youngest because it's his birthday.

Some things are more important than music...


WildWorks
  1. 2543 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

@NLL/Davoud I don't remember seeing you at the Sloan show at NXNE 2013. :)  I know I was with Brenda.
Snarf
  1. 2544 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

GRANT LAWRENCE KING OF THE FOREST!!!

apparently it got played on air once (or more?) but it was during a blogless period at work for me and I have never heard it on air.

true fact: signing King of the Forest will get any song out of your head.

garjoh
  1. 2545 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

@balls: I've always said that I'd take Grant Lawrence over Kim Kardashian any day!

BREAK THE INTERNETS!!!

loweeda
  1. 2546 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

it's called If It Feels Good Do It, laurita
Silvorgold
  1. 2547 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

Summer 2008 will go down in my memory as the best summer of my life. In one single summer in Quebec City I saw:

The Weakerthans for the first time

Stars and Feist on the same night

KarkWatson (Karkwa/Patrick Watson together!)

Malajube

Van Halen

Chocolat (AKA Jimmy Hunt)

Creature

Les Breastfeeders

Les Dales Hawerchuk

Tokyo Police Club

Payz Play

We Are Wolves!!!

Yesterday's Ring

Serena Ryder

Tom Fun Orchestra

Wolf Parade

Rock Plaza Central

United Steelworkers of Montreal

Great Big Sea

Xavier Cafeine

Duchess Says (and yeah.. she's nuts)

Born Ruffians

Tokyo Police Club

Les Trois Accords

Pepe et sa Guitare


Somehow missed Dan Mangan... twice!

Erin_Voorhees
  1. 2548 posted by

Erin_Voorhees on Mar 27, 2015

Hey Grant!! It's the EDD!!  Here's my first blog post just for YOU!  Thanks for all the great music and introducing us (me and EvenSteven) to so much great Canadian talent!  Hope to see you somewhere soon!! All the best!
gcranston
  1. 2549 posted by

gcranston on Mar 27, 2015

@laurita.snow: god-damned right.
Kirk Avery
  1. 2550 posted by

Kirk Avery on Mar 27, 2015

I doubt you're taking as many requests as are being requested, but I just saw someone mention Curse Words and PLEASE YES CURSE WORDS. CRANK IT!!!
canadajanes
  1. 2551 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Steph - I wish I had been there!
Wapuche
  1. 2552 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@Yort (2354)- I remember MoniSki's "Myriad Harbour." I actually called in to request it during "Sing for your Songs" 2010. It was very meta.
Chopz87
  1. 2553 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

PLAY CANNON BROS OR HOODED FANG! NO? OK
slackhopper
  1. 2554 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

King of the Forest will be the last song, I'm betting
Christine McAvoy
  1. 2555 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

BC is going to most definitely be on fire tonight haha... YVR3 are hitting the town!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 2556 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@WildWorks - I was front and centre with Eric.  Bumped into Lana and Vish at one point.
gcranston
  1. 2557 posted by

gcranston on Mar 27, 2015

@silvergold: I call shenanigans.
TheIceman
  1. 2558 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

So who has heard the mis-heard Sloan lyric from Money City Maniacs?

And the joke is when he awoke his Body was covered in goat jizz,

And the joke is when he awoke his Body was covered in goat jizz

alsace lorraine
  1. 2559 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@MPCurley. I saw Stars with Hey Rosetta a little while ago, but I have been pretty bad at seeing shows lately. Cicero and I are going to see Whitehorse next month, which will be awesome. What about you?


nvp
  1. 2560 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


EDD on the blog!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

gcranston
  1. 2561 posted by

gcranston on Mar 27, 2015

@slackhoepper We should start a pool on what the last song will be.
Christine McAvoy
  1. 2562 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

Okay....uhhhh...... I'll be back in....a bit.
himymothra
  1. 2563 posted by

himymothra on Mar 27, 2015

@chopz i had heard cannon bros split? i hope not they were great
mj2k1
  1. 2564 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@iceman: what's the real lyrics then?
MoniSki
  1. 2565 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

@wapuche. aw Patrick! That's why you're my second favourite Patrick :) I love your meta-ness
No Longer Lurking
  1. 2566 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Does anyone have any way of getting me to YVR in time for the shenanigans tonight?  #FOMO
Vish Khanna
  1. 2567 posted by

Vish Khanna on Mar 27, 2015

I remembered my login and password today. 
Frankus
  1. 2568 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

PACK AD! Nerd Grant on CBCR3 TV!
tiffyleeson
  1. 2569 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

WHAT'S THE NAME OF MY THRONE!?!  lol
laurita.snow
  1. 2570 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Loweeda: THANK YOU!
kidcauley
  1. 2571 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

I wish one time Grant chat rouletted his show - that would be amazing
Michael
  1. 2572 posted by

Michael on Mar 27, 2015

Meeting Time, boo :'(
TheRadioHead
  1. 2573 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

OK, my houseguests are gone to go set up and I can focus on you guys!  Cause you're the BEST
Wapuche
  1. 2574 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@MoniSki- I'm just glad someone out there appreciates me.
loweeda
  1. 2575 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

oh, I bet the last song is Letter from an Occupant.
canadajanes
  1. 2576 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

VISH!!!!!!!!!!! HOLY SHIT!!!!!
gcranston
  1. 2577 posted by

gcranston on Mar 27, 2015

VISH!
EricR
  1. 2578 posted by

EricR on Mar 27, 2015

VISH!  You're here!  We've missed you ... thank goodness for your podcast!
garfielduk
  1. 2579 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

VISHAL!!!!!!!!!!
WildWorks
  1. 2580 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

@NLL/Davoud Ah okie, I know I saw you later for Gold & Youth elsewhere. :)
Gibsonguitarist
  1. 2581 posted by

Gibsonguitarist on Mar 27, 2015

@vish re 2567

ditto.

MoniSki
  1. 2582 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

@wapuche. I would also like to add that I think you're one of the funniest R3 bloggers I met. I don't know why, but I think your humour is hilarious. 
gcranston
  1. 2583 posted by

gcranston on Mar 27, 2015

@loweeda he started with that.
laurita.snow
  1. 2584 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Tiffany: POUTINE THRONE?
deiru
  1. 2585 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

OMG A WILD VISH APPEARED
jojodillon
  1. 2586 posted by

jojodillon on Mar 27, 2015

loweeda I hope youre right!
centropomus
  1. 2587 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

@loweeda --- he played that one first!
flannel tom
  1. 2588 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

@snarf -It was on one of the podcasts, I heard it, but I'm not sure about on the radio airwaves. Garf Wiki might know?
Wapuche
  1. 2589 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@kidcauley- I have no interest in seeing Grant's penis.

Wait, you mean other stuff happens on Chat Roulette?

Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 2590 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

VISH IS ON THE BLOG!!!
MoniSki
  1. 2591 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

VISH! 
darbarspecial
  1. 2592 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

HI VISH!!
centropomus
  1. 2593 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Vish!!!!
MPCurley
  1. 2594 posted by

MPCurley on Mar 27, 2015

@Alsace  I was at the Stars/Hey Rosetta show too; those two bands always put on a great show!  I was also at the Gateway last week two nights in a row, haha, to see Electric Six (not Canadian, but also great live), Napalpom and Limblifter.  I have the Sidney York show booked on my calendar coming up in April too!
Chopz87
  1. 2595 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

Vish is here, play some NOMEANSNO!
Kirk Avery
  1. 2596 posted by

Kirk Avery on Mar 27, 2015

Re : 2558 - On P.E.I. we used to have a Premier named Joe Ghiz, so I thought the lyrics was referencing him…somehow. Chris was actually born here, so it may not have been such a long-shot
PhilipST
  1. 2597 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#2512 @KoD and @Steph, there are some great pics from that NXNE in an R3 Flickr album I posted today. 
markgage
  1. 2598 posted by

markgage on Mar 27, 2015

VISH!!!! 
reginula
  1. 2599 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

I have to be at a meeting and my boss just told them I'm to busy to attend! WOOO!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 2600 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

VISH IS ON THE BLOG!
MackenzieC
  1. 2601 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

YEAH! Vish is here.
mj2k1
  1. 2602 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Vish I love you
CDNz1
  1. 2603 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

VINCE!!!
cathyort
  1. 2604 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

VISH!

Well, void my fish tacos.

WildWorks
  1. 2605 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Oh, it's Vish? :)
Shonica
  1. 2606 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

VISH!!!!
StephRamsahai
  1. 2607 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

HEY VISH!
centropomus
  1. 2608 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Changes suck!
mj2k1
  1. 2609 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@chopz: yeah!! nomeansno rags and bones!!!!!
Vish Khanna
  1. 2610 posted by

Vish Khanna on Mar 27, 2015

Hey guys. I agree, play some Nomeansno. 
Old Abe
  1. 2611 posted by

Old Abe on Mar 27, 2015

Hey! It's VINCE!!
loweeda
  1. 2612 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

oh ya, I missed the first couple of songs, but that makes total sense. I knew Letter from an Occupant would show up somewhere.

and I'd like to second what Moniski said in 2582. Many of you are seriously some of the wittiest people I have ever met, and I highly value wit in a human.

markgage
  1. 2613 posted by

markgage on Mar 27, 2015

RUSS!!  YOU ARE AWESOME!
boders
  1. 2614 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

VISH! A king of awkward comedy. Check his podcast out if you don't know it folks!
Silvorgold
  1. 2615 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

PLAY SOME SNOWED IN FOR PAT! (please)
mcfflyer
  1. 2616 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Grant: you're not back on Monday - you are on and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week!!
PhilipST
  1. 2617 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#2567 Hi Vish, congrats on all your new and ongoing enterprises.
Backwater Brewery
  1. 2618 posted by

Backwater Brewery on Mar 27, 2015

Vish shared the great gift of an R3 shirt and a few cd's I won - thanks Vish + Grant thanks for the toque (a word I had NEVER heard of in my life) now I love the word
luckymaloo
  1. 2619 posted by

luckymaloo on Mar 27, 2015

clapping!
MoniSki
  1. 2620 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

Does anyone have a Vish Colouring Contest picture they can make as their profile pic??!?!? 
hgummo
  1. 2621 posted by

hgummo on Mar 27, 2015

Oh wow, so many comments!

I haven't been tuning in or commenting regularly in a long time... but Radio 3 was such a staple of my day for so many years. This station has introduced me to so many amazing bands and some great people too, and I'm really grateful for that! It just won't be the same without your crazy antics on air, Grant, but I hope that the music continues to be great as always.

OpalJagger
  1. 2622 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

#2495 (somehow 100 comments back now, whathowohmygod), definitely one of my biggest regrets too, especially since I was just bumming around every morning those years, doing my undergrad and masters
alsace lorraine
  1. 2623 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@MPCurley. Oooh, I didn't know Sidney York was playing. I'll have to mark that one down. Hopefully I'll run into you at a show one of these days! For a city this big, there sure aren't too many Calgary bloggers
darbarspecial
  1. 2624 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

HAHA! AWESOME!
iamRobSmith
  1. 2625 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

CAN SOMEONE USE THERE REQUEST FOR NORTHERN TOUCH!?!?!
Sless
  1. 2626 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

I MAKE LOVE TO CBC RADIO 3!!
centropomus
  1. 2627 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

WOOOOOO!!!!!!!
evensteven
  1. 2628 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

GRANT!!!!!!!

The EDD (ex Devils Dancer) posted at #2548!

She's the one in the middle!

rebecca1234
  1. 2629 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

on wed i thought i had missed the blog or was on the wrong page till my daughter pointed out to me that it was west coast time, blonde hair kicked in again lol


Shonica
  1. 2630 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

YES I LOVE THAT!
karbog
  1. 2631 posted by

karbog on Mar 27, 2015

Good song pick Grant!!! haha I remember laughing like crazy the first time I heard it. Its still great.
flannel tom
  1. 2632 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

This blog is going off the proverbial rails today!!


and now Ivan Hrvaska? What a championship tune this is.

cathyort
  1. 2633 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

If I feel anymore, I'M going to break.
OpalJagger
  1. 2634 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

ahahahah how have I never heard this beforrrrrrrrrrreee!
MackenzieC
  1. 2635 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

@MoniSki #2620 - Boders had one of Craig earlier this week or last
No Longer Lurking
  1. 2636 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

This is so awesome. Perfect.
Wapuche
  1. 2637 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

IVAN HRVATSKA! CROATIAN DRINKING TEAM 4 LIFE!!!
deiru
  1. 2638 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

THIS IS THE GREATEST THING I HAVE EVER HEARD!!
iamRobSmith
  1. 2639 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

*their
Chopz87
  1. 2640 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

First I make love to you then I make love to a host less r3
reginula
  1. 2641 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

Is this supposed to make me cry? 'cause it's working. 
garjoh
  1. 2642 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

MAKE LOVE TO CBC RADIO 3
canadajanes
  1. 2643 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

This song had to make an appearance. It's truly awful, but I'm glad it's here.
OpalJagger
  1. 2644 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

MALE SACK MASTER @GRANT???
morgana
  1. 2645 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

THIS IS TOOO GOOOD!!
carrieg
  1. 2646 posted by

carrieg on Mar 27, 2015 @steph @rebby - NxNE - I was with both of you for those things!! Also posting from iPhone near impossible!

TheIceman
  1. 2647 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

HEY VISH!!!

iT'S BEEN WAY TOO LONG.

You've got a really cute family b.t.w. love your inappropriate family updates on FB

Funhog
  1. 2648 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

Grant and his mail sac
loweeda
  1. 2649 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

oh wow. I mean, I know you wanted to hear Basia, wapuche, but this song is just pure gold. Thanks for suggesting it.
erinev
  1. 2650 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

Sless [2626]- down boy!
rebecca1234
  1. 2651 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

so enjoyed pack a.d. live and what a sweet couple of kids
iamRobSmith
  1. 2652 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

You can't make love to robots?  Or can you?
flannel tom
  1. 2653 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

Oh lok the picture thing worked!

<---- may two four R3 prairie meetup pig roastand boa party

Grant Lawrence
  1. 2654 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

@OpalJagger um... uh... yeah... about that...
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 2655 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

Same here, never heard that (Ivan) one before (only the Xmas one)
karbog
  1. 2656 posted by

karbog on Mar 27, 2015

Wow, I haven't been on here in FOREVER! Great to see all the posts and to hear Grant's voice. 
xcanuck
  1. 2657 posted by

xcanuck on Mar 27, 2015

What. The. Fuck.
MackenzieC
  1. 2658 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Oh. My. I've never heard this before.
canadajanes
  1. 2659 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Garjoh - I keep getting confused about which posts are mine or yours.
laurita.snow
  1. 2660 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ VISH!!!!!!!1 HEYYYYYYYYYYY!

This might be a strange-well, I know this is a strange question, but is your name short for Vishesh? Because I know a guy with that name and he'd be ecstatic if he found out that there's another Vishesh in the universe...

loweeda
  1. 2661 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

Flannel Tom, that picture is great!!! thanks for posting it!

and hey, that makes me think this: WHERE IS BINSY?!

MoniSki
  1. 2662 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

OMG I've never heard this song!! hahaha
Grant Lawrence
  1. 2663 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

SILVORGOLD IS BACK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Sless
  1. 2664 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

@erinev
D
OpalJagger
  1. 2665 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant, it's alright, no need to explain. We've already established quite clearly today this is a family blog. PG-13 at most.
cathyort
  1. 2666 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

KARBOG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
TheRadioHead
  1. 2667 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

OH TOM!  Thanks for thinking to post that picture of that oh so memorable and life changing weekend (for one of us, anyways)
MPCurley
  1. 2668 posted by

MPCurley on Mar 27, 2015

@Alsace  Yeah, Sidney York is playing on April 16th at Broken City.  I love seeing shows there; it's the bar in Calgary that most reminds me of seeing shows in Toronto.  Hope to run into you too!  I've been trying to spread the gospel, so to speak, of Radio3, but it will be a tougher sell now without Grant and Lana.
mcfflyer
  1. 2669 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

What. A. Party!
markefrank
  1. 2670 posted by

markefrank on Mar 27, 2015

@garfielduk ... I would love a shirt with your profile pic. Just saying. 

@ Grant : biggest problem with the lack of live hosting is that your VOICE is amazing on the radio! PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE at least do one podcast a week for us. You pick the topic. Don't care.

You all rock Radio 3ers. Thanks for looking out for us, and Canadian music.

Switters
  1. 2671 posted by

Switters on Mar 27, 2015

Was someone asking about Calgary R3? I'm in Calgary. Sorry, having trouble following the comments today.
EricR
  1. 2672 posted by

EricR on Mar 27, 2015

#VishRecordingAudio ... one of the greatest thing ever recorded and posted on CBC (but I can't find the file now!)
flannel tom
  1. 2673 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

<---- Donna @loweeda welcome home party and where i met my chosen life partner!!! blog indirect shcnog!!!
Grant Lawrence
  1. 2674 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

@Erin_Voorhees aka DEVILDANCER thank you for being here! Steve is awesome!
loweeda
  1. 2675 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

and what Flannel Tom didn't mention in 2653 is that it was at that party where he met his life partner! Non-blog schnog schnog!
marie_curious
  1. 2676 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

I think it is short for Vishal
Kirk Avery
  1. 2677 posted by

Kirk Avery on Mar 27, 2015

I wish I had a beer
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 2678 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

laura, his name is actually Vishal, I gather.
zammachus
  1. 2679 posted by

zammachus on Mar 27, 2015

Yay! Live hosting is going away so I never have to hear that horrid Ivan Hrvatska song again! #silverlinings
westcrunch
  1. 2680 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

Amazing picture, TOM! What a great weekend.
mj2k1
  1. 2681 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@tom: that was the night you fell in love wasnt it
Silvorgold
  1. 2682 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant: yes, I am!


@Switters: THAT BEER IS AWESOME!

centropomus
  1. 2683 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

I hate to do it, but I must go to start picking up the kids from school. Here's to hitting 5000 posts and breaking the blog!

Thanks, Grant, for everything you do. Thanks, blog, for being who you are (even the crotchety Flannel Tom guy).

See you all on Monday!

loweeda
  1. 2684 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

oh...until he mentioned it faster than me.

heh hehe

I'll show myself out.

Kirk Avery
  1. 2685 posted by

Kirk Avery on Mar 27, 2015

This event warrants beers
KristiArbo
  1. 2686 posted by

KristiArbo on Mar 27, 2015

It's the blog!!!! Oh my friends, it's so good to be back, on this, this last day!
MPCurley
  1. 2687 posted by

MPCurley on Mar 27, 2015

@Switters  Yeah, I was!  Alsace Lorraine and I have been discussing Calgary R3 fandom.
garjoh
  1. 2688 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

@canadajanes: Yup, pretty hilarious! I'm turning down the bro-mance meeter to bring back my Xmas gift photo back ;) 
TheRadioHead
  1. 2689 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

There are still boa feathers blowing around in my garage.
boders
  1. 2690 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

@Mski -  I don't have a pic of colouring Vish. Here's the Craigster though!
canadajanes
  1. 2691 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

I'm hoping against hope that Jijou Fantouche is a surprise guest in Grant's studio today.
jojodillon
  1. 2692 posted by

jojodillon on Mar 27, 2015

Vish, remember that time I saw you after the Archers of Loaf show at the Phoenix?  That was awesome!
Cicero
  1. 2693 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@Switters and @ whoever was asking about Calgary - Palomino for beers post work? THey have a great walled patio calling our names, calgary friends!
laurita.snow
  1. 2694 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ BfO: oh, well. thanks guys!
loweeda
  1. 2695 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

Who else has an R3-30 Fan Club slide whistle? 
alsace lorraine
  1. 2696 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@MPCurley. Sidney York is the same night as Whitehorse, sadly. I find it hard to get on the blog with work etc, so I am not here to often. I think Cicero is on a lot more.


WildWorks
  1. 2697 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

@canadajanes I was thinking about that too and probably LOL if Jijou popped up. :)
heyjon
  1. 2698 posted by

heyjon on Mar 27, 2015

Awwww.  Grant, do you remember meeting Lauren Mann and Zoltan at the unofficial CBC-R3 picnic, the first time Davoud bought everyone ice cream? 
canadajanes
  1. 2699 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

In all seriousness, it would be good to hear from Pedro.
mcfflyer
  1. 2700 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

KristiArbo!  Our other child!
morgana
  1. 2701 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

total change in pace, kind of jarring actually but quite a nice tune i think.
laurita.snow
  1. 2702 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ MPCurley: Man, I *wish* I could join you guys for drinks at the Palomino after this! I loved that place!
MoniSki
  1. 2703 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

@boders. LOVE IT!!! Aw thanks :) He looks so well! 
No Longer Lurking
  1. 2704 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@canadajanes #2691 - Me too!  We demand Jijou Fantouche!
Grant Lawrence
  1. 2705 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

HAWKSLEY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Switters
  1. 2706 posted by

Switters on Mar 27, 2015

@Silvorgold Yah! One of my favourites. Plus the name kicks ass.

@MPCurley Nice. I haven't seen alsace in a while, long overdue for some drinks or a show.

garfielduk
  1. 2707 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@markefrank #2670, It's just a remix of MrFussyFonts work, you would have to ask him
TheRadioHead
  1. 2708 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

I do! I do!  @Loweeda
Cicero
  1. 2709 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@MPcurley - come out to the Pal after work today! it's on the corner of centre and 7th (if you don't know) Switters and I are going to be there at the patio! You're more than welcome to join!
TheIceman
  1. 2710 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

I think I'm gonna cry now.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 2711 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

This is my favourite Hawksley song, so many good memories.
karbog
  1. 2712 posted by

karbog on Mar 27, 2015

Yes, I made an appearance on the blog! I'm on Spring Break so the time zone here is not messing things up for me! Can't get on the blog while teaching those teenagers!
DrSunshine
  1. 2713 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

@VISH!!!!!!!! Welcome back old friend (whom I know but have never met yet still miss)
smalliebigs
  1. 2714 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

Back for a bit as a stuff a burrito bowl into my face. 

@Grant: what a great playlist today. Makes me regret missing so much R3 time in the past stretch.

erinev
  1. 2715 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

grant there is a serious lack of weakerthans on the show today.... LAST SONG?


also a lack of grant lawrence king of the forest. just sayin'

mattpearce
  1. 2716 posted by

mattpearce on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks Grant for the years you've been keeping my mornings jumping.  I'm gonna miss the live broadcasts, but you've established a love for Canadian indie in me that will only be satisfied by R3.  Listener for life.
StephRamsahai
  1. 2717 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

OH GOD I LOVE THIS SONG SO MUCH!!!!

HAWKSLEY!!!!!! <3

marie_curious
  1. 2718 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

Hawksley!! This is the first Hawksley workman song that I fellin love with.
Ballack13
  1. 2719 posted by

Ballack13 on Mar 27, 2015

@Kirk go down and see my friends at PEI Brewing Co. They will hook an Islander up.
Cicero
  1. 2720 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@Alsace and @mpculey - it's true, I'm on here the most out of the two of us.
lounge_act
  1. 2721 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

One of my favourite roadtrip songs, thanks CBC Radio 3 Roadtrip Mixtape Podcast.
Grant Lawrence
  1. 2722 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

TIFFYLEESON IS IN THE JADE THRONE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (comment #2500) WHAT DO YOU WANT TO HEAR?!??!?! (better email it to me... grant.lawrence@cbc.ca)
suckamc
  1. 2723 posted by

suckamc on Mar 27, 2015

Hey, thought I would stop by on this historic and sad day. Though I haven't been very active in the past few years I'll still miss knowing that there are live hosts on Radio 3. It was a huge part of my life for a while, and I treasure the friends and experiences forged through this blog and station.
morgana
  1. 2724 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

oh grant, i love this song.  it cradles me.  it is safe and sound, which is nice on an emotional day like today.
loweeda
  1. 2725 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

The Radiohead has a slide whistle! I also still have my autographed photo of Jijou, with a scowling Craig in the background. It's pretty hilarious.
Snarf
  1. 2726 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

Tom - I really want to see that picture but I can't open profiles today
smalliebigs
  1. 2727 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

My money is on "Left and Leaving" for the last song. Speaking of L&L, I texted him today to let him know of the grand reunion. 
kidcauley
  1. 2728 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

When do we get to hear Vitamin C "Graduation"?
PhilipST
  1. 2729 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Thank you so much, Grant. I always feel Safe&Sound w/my Radio 3 pals. Love you guys. (this was a request Grant couldn't get to on Wednesday)
garjoh
  1. 2730 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

Feed cutting out intermittently :( 
KristiArbo
  1. 2731 posted by

KristiArbo on Mar 27, 2015

So many names I recognize on here! It's so good to see you all again. :-D
Laura Beth
  1. 2732 posted by

Laura Beth on Mar 27, 2015

AHHH this song makes me cry in general. Now it's official. tears. 
laurita.snow
  1. 2733 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Erinev: AGREED! @ Grant: We need some Weakerthans up in here!
Grant Lawrence
  1. 2734 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

SUCKAMC IS BACK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Laura Beth
  1. 2735 posted by

Laura Beth on Mar 27, 2015

GROUP SING A LONG
dawn.h
  1. 2736 posted by

dawn.h on Mar 27, 2015

Donna Pat

the slide whistle! I never got one. but I have an R3 Frisbee!

gcranston
  1. 2737 posted by

gcranston on Mar 27, 2015

@smalliebigs: Left & leaving is a good call.
MPCurley
  1. 2738 posted by

MPCurley on Mar 27, 2015

@Cicero @Switters  Ooh, the Palomino eh?  Sounds like a good idea to me!  I was gonna go to the Ship, but the Pal is closer to work.  Get a beer in my faster that way, hehe.
loweeda
  1. 2739 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

oh, good call on the last song, erinv! I bet it will be a Weakerthans tune. Night Windows, perhaps? I think that's a favourite of the Lawrence/Barber duo.
Kirk Avery
  1. 2740 posted by

Kirk Avery on Mar 27, 2015

I keep having to refresh & I see you're playing Safe & Sound but a stupid commercial is playing. This would be a great wedding song. Stupid commercial
alsace lorraine
  1. 2741 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@Switters, Cicero, MPCurley

There will definitely be drinks at the Pal next week, as I am busy today. What day works best for you guys?

DrSunshine
  1. 2742 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

#2715 @erinev I totally agree. Another vote for "Grant Lawrence - King of the Forest"!!!!
cathyort
  1. 2743 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

SUCKAMC!!!!!!!!!!!!! Hello, old friend!

Now we need mynameismoe!

  1. moeandmartinshow
laurita.snow
  1. 2744 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

Smallie!!! Markiehookmeup!!! Hey man!
CDNz1
  1. 2745 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

MARTIN!!!!! 

I'm drinking coffee out of my CBC R-3 mug THAT YOU MADE!!!

MackenzieC
  1. 2746 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

suckamc - how's life treating ya? Missed meeting up with you when I came to PEI a few years back.


suckamc
  1. 2747 posted by

suckamc on Mar 27, 2015

Hey Grant, I couldn't not! :)
MPCurley
  1. 2748 posted by

MPCurley on Mar 27, 2015

@Laurita.Snow  We'll raise a glass to ya!  Their BBQ is pretty damn delicious too.  Second best smoked BBQ I've ever had.
Silvorgold
  1. 2749 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

@erinev - I'm expecting it to be Christine Fellows' Taps Reversed to be final song, that was the final song on Grant's old live R3 on R2 Saturday night show
mcfflyer
  1. 2750 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

SuckaMC - MARTIN!  My very FIRST R3 visitor!!!
dawn.h
  1. 2751 posted by

dawn.h on Mar 27, 2015

Martin!! Suckamc!!!
Shonica
  1. 2752 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Hawksley is making me tear up 
MSteve
  1. 2753 posted by

MSteve on Mar 27, 2015

This was a finalist for my wedding song....
loweeda
  1. 2754 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

and I'm glad you are in touch with left & leaving the person, smalliebigs. I hope he's well, and that he remembers us fondly.
canadajanes
  1. 2755 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Justin and Doug the Canuck in Austin chose Night Windows for their last song today commemorating this occasion. (They run an all Canadian radio hour on Austin public radio)
krib
  1. 2756 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

I'm still here

MONISKI, I have my Vish colouring contest

<---- Dr. Evish

laurita.snow
  1. 2757 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ MPCurley: I know right?? And thank you! I don't even live in Calgary and it might be *my* favourite bar in the world! What a lovely place!
westcrunch
  1. 2758 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

This has been such a heartwarming day, all things considered. I don't know how many times I can say it, but this group of people is fantastic!
Babs46
  1. 2759 posted by

Babs46 on Mar 27, 2015

Oh Hawksley.  The tears are a-flowin
Switters
  1. 2760 posted by

Switters on Mar 27, 2015

@alsace I leave for Southern Ont. on Friday to visit Hamilton and Toronto. So Mon-Thurs is good for me.
suckamc
  1. 2761 posted by

suckamc on Mar 27, 2015

hey everyone! so good to see you all here, so many friends! I'm glad you all love the mugs, I wish I could make more for everyone!

Oh, I miss the Moe and Martin show too, another thing that wouldn't have happened if it weren't for Radio 3!

flannel tom
  1. 2762 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

@matty, LOL, yup! 

@loweeda, well, I spelled it wrong and if it wasn't for you returning to the prairies, it woulda never happened!

@theradiohead, Also, for your party hosting skills, obviously.

@westcrunch, And meeting you so we could Party On!

@shonica - for her and tarp king and @chrispyprotools bringing the pig!

@carlyg, for speeding down the transcanada ahead of us in the other car to take the heat off!

etc etc

OpalJagger
  1. 2763 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

@kidcauley #2728 hahahaha well-played
canadajanes
  1. 2764 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Hello Kristi! Glad things are well for you these days!
Cicero
  1. 2765 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@Alsace and @Switters and @MPcurley - Let's say next week on friday after work?
reginula
  1. 2766 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

The last Cha Cha Cha ever, I'm not going to handle this. 
erinev
  1. 2767 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

ah yes, the children's song about getting hammered!
smalliebigs
  1. 2768 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

@Laurita: haha, i fogot about Markiehookmeup! I can't remember who it was that mistook me for a mark. 

@Loweeda: he also spoke of the group fondly.

garfielduk
  1. 2769 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Martin!
cathyort
  1. 2770 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

#2758  +1
MoniSki
  1. 2771 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

@krib BRILLIANT!!!! 
PhilipST
  1. 2772 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#2752 Me too, @Shonny, losing it. 
cinnie23
  1. 2773 posted by

cinnie23 on Mar 27, 2015

My brother in law and his girlfriend sang this song at our wedding. *swoon*
OpalJagger
  1. 2774 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

It's the hole in your heart, when the R3 hosts leave :(
Cicero
  1. 2775 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@Alsace and @Switters and @MPcurley - but we're still on for tonight, gentlemen! Since Sass is abandoning us!
loweeda
  1. 2776 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

oh wow, cdnz1, your post in 2745 just made me decide that when I get home from work that's what my beer o'clock beverage is going in. I think I'm more protective of my suckamc-crafted CBC mug than I am of most of my possessions. I'm so proud of it.
smalliebigs
  1. 2777 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

I haven't heard from L&L since I last crashed at his house. Did I accidentally steal something? 
laurita.snow
  1. 2778 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Switters: ....any chance of swingin' by Ottawa while you're here? :P

also are YOU going to be at the R3 picnic?? I am trying to get a sense of who's going to be there! Cicero and Chopz are, apparently!

Kirk Avery
  1. 2779 posted by

Kirk Avery on Mar 27, 2015

@Ballack - Oh I quite enjoy the Brewing Co. I'm a 5 minute walk away!...from where I live, but I'm at work right now :-(
alsace lorraine
  1. 2780 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@Cicero, Switters, MPCurley. Switters can't do Friday, so how about Wednesday?
Loozrboy
  1. 2781 posted by

Loozrboy on Mar 27, 2015

I can't listen at work :(. I can't really dick around on the blog at work either, but I'm doing it anyway, just so I can tell my future children I posted in what will surely go down in history as Radio 3's longest comment thread ever. I can practically see the awe and admiration written all over their faces already.
mschell
  1. 2782 posted by

mschell on Mar 27, 2015

What a day for my first post! Hi everyone. Hi Hosts! Bye Hosts :( Keep rockin R3!!
Wapuche
  1. 2783 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@flanneltom- I believe the term for your relationship is "blog schnog adjace."
Silvorgold
  1. 2784 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

Whatever happened to Old Man Scotty? 
Cicero
  1. 2785 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@Alsace - wednesday it is!
rebecca1234
  1. 2786 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

last time i saw sloan the bar they played at closed the next day, i felt so bad for those boys, they were totally taken advantage of
loweeda
  1. 2787 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

this song should be called The Park Avenue Perpetual Key Change Test. It just keeps going upppp and upppp and upppp.
Sless
  1. 2788 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

#2781

+1

canadajanes
  1. 2789 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Smalliebigs - Uh Oh. Did you transfer the racist ghosts to L&L's place?
McS
  1. 2790 posted by

McS on Mar 27, 2015

Do certain songs remind you of different bloggers?  Park avenue sobriety test always bring Reginula to mind.  and Inner Ninja reminds me of Steph
TheRadioHead
  1. 2791 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

Maybe Loweeda and I will see you in Ottawa around Canada Day, Martin!
Old Abe
  1. 2792 posted by

Old Abe on Mar 27, 2015

@mschell #2782, HELLO!
Cicero
  1. 2793 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@MPCurley - Add me to facebook so we can message you where we're located on the patio ;-)
CDNz1
  1. 2794 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Donna - I have used it EVERY DAY since getting it.
Switters
  1. 2795 posted by

Switters on Mar 27, 2015

@Cicero Thursday? I leave on Friday for a trip

@laurita Haha maybe!? (probably not) re. picnic: I really want to, not sure I can do 2 Toronto trips in 3 months but maybe if there's a really good seat sale?

Frankus
  1. 2796 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

Frank's not a woman's name.
loweeda
  1. 2797 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

haha, racist ghosts.
smalliebigs
  1. 2798 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

@Beigewash and Chopz: i think we should request a track from the quintessential Vancouver Cuddlecore masters "Poor Man's Johnson". 
karbog
  1. 2799 posted by

karbog on Mar 27, 2015

Good question, @silvorgold! Where is Old man Scotty?
Cicero
  1. 2800 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@McS - which song reminds you of me??
mj2k1
  1. 2801 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

yeah we could almost even say TheRadioHead thew a matchmaker party for us that night
Shonica
  1. 2802 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Welcome mschell!
WestcoastErin
  1. 2803 posted by

WestcoastErin on Mar 27, 2015

Hi, gang! Long time no see. Bittersweet to be joining you all today. 
canadajanes
  1. 2804 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Can we get pjrocksmb in here to complain about guest hosts? For old time sake?
Sless
  1. 2805 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

WHAT A DAY FOR A FIRST POST! WELCOME TO THE COMMUNITY MSCHELL!!!!
laurita.snow
  1. 2806 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ TRH: WAIT WAIT YOU'RE COMING TO OTTAWA FOR CANADA DAY?!?! CAN I SEE YOU GUYS??
karbog
  1. 2807 posted by

karbog on Mar 27, 2015

Are we going to "break the Internet" with all of our comments? What is the record number on the blog?
Chopz87
  1. 2808 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

I QUIT MY JOB!!!!!
krib
  1. 2809 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

Loweeda,

HA...I thought the same thing. I asked on his artist takeover with Lana

He said it's only 2 key changes. I thought it was 3. Maybe one of them is just a change in the melody

loweeda
  1. 2810 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

oh ya, suckamc, let's please meet up in Ottawa! I would love that, if it's possible for you.
smalliebigs
  1. 2811 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

@Andy: ha! they might have followed me there and decided that he was more hospitable! Silly racist ghosts. 
The Heckler
  1. 2812 posted by

The Heckler on Mar 27, 2015

Dear Grant,

You will be missed. You have been a daily part of my life for the past few years and I have learned a lot from you; not just about music and artists, but also about important life stuff, such as shirt-cocking (which was not a hit around the office by the way). Hopefully, we will still hear you "Wooooo"ing over songs in this new CBC Radio 3 era.

Love alvvays,

The Heckler

westcrunch
  1. 2813 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

WESTCOAST ERIN IS BAAAAACK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
tiffyleeson
  1. 2814 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

SOOO much pressure!!!  What song should I choose?!!?!  Jade Throne
garfielduk
  1. 2815 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

hands up, who went cha cha cha
KristiArbo
  1. 2816 posted by

KristiArbo on Mar 27, 2015

Haha, that would be a good goal to break the internet, sister Katie!
suckamc
  1. 2817 posted by

suckamc on Mar 27, 2015

@loweeda, theradiohead, for sure, that would be awesome, I have no plans around Canada Day!
Cicero
  1. 2818 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@MSChell - Welcome to the blog! What a day to join! If you can't keep up, don't worry, it's eluding me too, today! it's usually not this crazy, but it's a special day.
reginula
  1. 2819 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@garf #2815 \o/
Old Abe
  1. 2820 posted by

Old Abe on Mar 27, 2015

@tiffyleeson #2814, GRANT LAWRENCE, KING OF THE FOREST by THE HEXTALLS!!!
Grant Lawrence
  1. 2821 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

@TheHeckler BABOOM! Thanks!! #shirtcock
mcfflyer
  1. 2822 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Garry, what was the highest number of posts every on an R3 blog?
McS
  1. 2823 posted by

McS on Mar 27, 2015

@Cicero not a specific song but Beer O'clock sets bring you to mind because you rock!!!!
AlexOfAnders
  1. 2824 posted by

AlexOfAnders on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Kids! I've snuck onto R3 from my meeting to say hello even though I can't listen in. I'll try to go through some posts if I can manage it ;)


Hope Grant has been knocking this final last broadcast out of the park

loweeda
  1. 2825 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

interesting, Krib! I guess it doesn't modulate as much as I thought it did, but 2x is still noticeable.

What's also noticeable is the patented "cha cha cha" Shotgun Jimmie ending (which I'm sure is an homage)

Silvorgold
  1. 2826 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

Dammit Grant, thanks for playing some Plaskett, but you were supposed to play SNOWED IN for TheRadioHead!
MSteve
  1. 2827 posted by

MSteve on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks R3 for exposing me to Thrush Hermit... 10 yaers after they were a thing :)
xcanuck
  1. 2828 posted by

xcanuck on Mar 27, 2015

@loweeda and @TRH - what's happening during Canada Day? I'll probably be in town visiting my parents that weekend.
Shonica
  1. 2829 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Garft, YEP!
laurita.snow
  1. 2830 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Switters: Totally understandable, man. I myself am not sure if I can afford to go, buuuuuut I kinda think now, of all times, might a good time to say 'awwww feck it!'

@ MCS: Okay, I probably sound egotistical here, but now I'm totally curious to see what song reminds you of me??

Yuletide
  1. 2831 posted by

Yuletide on Mar 27, 2015

JP!  Dartmouth!!
luckymaloo
  1. 2832 posted by

luckymaloo on Mar 27, 2015

omg last chachacha:'(  also, @loweeda I want an r3-30 fan club slide whistle!!!!
mcfflyer
  1. 2833 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

AlexofAnders!  Have a sofa I could crash on?
Wapuche
  1. 2834 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

I'm so glad the ArboGals showed up. And that, before they did, I made my profile a pic of them and me. 
WestcoastErin
  1. 2835 posted by

WestcoastErin on Mar 27, 2015

WestCrunch! <3 I miss all y'all. My absence is certainly no reflection of how I feel about this place and the people here.
mcfflyer
  1. 2836 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Why does the music sound so much better today?
iamRobSmith
  1. 2837 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

I QUIT MY JOB!
loweeda
  1. 2838 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

yay, Martin! See you on July 1st! No Longer Lurking and his lovely gf (and maybe johanna?) will be there, too!
suckamc
  1. 2839 posted by

suckamc on Mar 27, 2015

@mcfflyer, how many of us have crashed on AlexOfAnders couch?! :) Hey Alex!
Cicero
  1. 2840 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@McS - *fist pump!* AWW YISS! That's just the best answer ever! <3

How have you been lately, lady? I haven't had much of a chance to catch up with you!

krib
  1. 2841 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

okay, now I'm for sure outta here.

Chin up, people. To paraphrase Tom Hanks' character, "there's no crying in music!"

Sless
  1. 2842 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

@tiffyleeson

If you just Ctrl+F "King of the Forest" You might be surprised by how many people want to hear it.

Unless Grant is saving it.... For a SPECIAL OCCASION

TheRadioHead
  1. 2843 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

Yes, Canada Day in Ottawa.  Be there or be square!

No Longer Lurking will be there as well.

CDNz1
  1. 2844 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Because you're not at work, Lee.
Laura Beth
  1. 2845 posted by

Laura Beth on Mar 27, 2015

HAHAH ERINEV "children's song about getting drunk"  PERFECT DESCRIPTION!
deiru
  1. 2846 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

EVERYTHING IS EXPLODING!!! THE BLOG, MY FACEBOOK, TWITTER AHHHHHHHHHHH
TheRadioHead
  1. 2847 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

In honour of the day I am not snarking about too much JP.
laurita.snow
  1. 2848 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

 I QUIT MY JOB!!!

@Loweeda and TRH: Can I see you guys July 1st too????

WildWorks
  1. 2849 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

@TheRadioHead Hope to see you in Ottawa for Canada Day. :)
karbog
  1. 2850 posted by

karbog on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks @wapuche! I'm honoured! 
westcrunch
  1. 2851 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

I (ALSO) QUIT MY JOB
luckymaloo
  1. 2852 posted by

luckymaloo on Mar 27, 2015

@mschell #2782 HEY I KNOW YOU!!!! Yay, I've met another blogger in person! Thanks for letting me hide out here for the whole show xoxo
mcfflyer
  1. 2853 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Martin, congrats on Daddyhood!
jojodillon
  1. 2854 posted by

jojodillon on Mar 27, 2015

@Radiohead I thought you came around to JP?
westcrunch
  1. 2855 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

Wait, are we requesting the song or making a statement?
CDNz1
  1. 2856 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

WELCOME MSCHELL!!!
Snarf
  1. 2857 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

I believe the three-day occupy blog post was about 2179 posts.  Whatever it was, we past it yesterday in under 11 hours and today in under 5 hours.

Or Garf can give you correct #s

cathyort
  1. 2858 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

*checking Canada Day flights to Ottawa...
loweeda
  1. 2859 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

xcanuck, we're doing Canada Day in Ottawa! with The Radiohead's son and daughter-in-law, and No Longer Lurking et al, and now Martin, too.

and you! Come on, how fun will that be?!

deiru
  1. 2860 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

I QUIT MY JOB + I HATE WORK SET??
Chopz87
  1. 2861 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

I QUIT MY JOB WAGON!!
AlexOfAnders
  1. 2862 posted by

AlexOfAnders on Mar 27, 2015

@mcfflyer - I have a sofabed still but I think the bed in the spare room is more comfortable. Although now crashers need to get approval from my wife :P
laurita.snow
  1. 2863 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Jojo: awwww don't tempt her to snark, man. That's just askin' for it :P
suckamc
  1. 2864 posted by

suckamc on Mar 27, 2015

hey thanks @mcfflyer! It's a wild ride. She already digs many R3 artists of course!
garfielduk
  1. 2865 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Mcfflyer #2823, I think that would be yesterdays blog post with 2389
karbog
  1. 2866 posted by

karbog on Mar 27, 2015

Wooo Canada Day in Ottawa! What else is going on up there besides hanging out with great R3 friends?
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 2867 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

(Now, upon refreshing, the feed has eaten quite a few thumbnails. Finally getting overtaxed, the system.)
No Longer Lurking
  1. 2868 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

CBC R3 Meetup for Canada Day!
erinev
  1. 2869 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

Laurabeth- hahaha thanks :)
jojodillon
  1. 2870 posted by

jojodillon on Mar 27, 2015

Laurita.snow maybe I got confused.
loweeda
  1. 2871 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

R3 MEETUP IN OTTAWA ON CANADA DAY!
laurita.snow
  1. 2872 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

I QUIT MY JOB + I HATE WORK COMBO!!!

@ Loweeda: Can i join the Canada Day Festivities in Ottawa SVP??

iamRobSmith
  1. 2873 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

Grant, do you have a faux hawk in one of those photos?
flannel tom
  1. 2874 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

DARTMOUTH!!! Hi 5 Yuletide!
jojodillon
  1. 2875 posted by

jojodillon on Mar 27, 2015

YESSS!  Classic JP!
zammachus
  1. 2876 posted by

zammachus on Mar 27, 2015

100 posts in the time it took me to go to the washroom.
flannel tom
  1. 2877 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

I thought Grant was about to say that they invented the internet. 
Silvorgold
  1. 2878 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

JEEBUS, how many people quit their job today? 


WildWorks
  1. 2879 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

[#2868] NLL/Davoud Yes! :)
mj2k1
  1. 2880 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

New Music Canada was the greatest and most forward thinking thing of it's time.

Ipods kind of ruined it.

but for a while it was the go to source for a steady stream of customized playlists

loweeda
  1. 2881 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

Anyone is welcome to join the things that are happening! That's what we are all about!
jojodillon
  1. 2882 posted by

jojodillon on Mar 27, 2015

Zammachus 1 or 2?
MPCurley
  1. 2883 posted by

MPCurley on Mar 27, 2015

@Alsace Next week, Wednesday would work the best for me.  Friday is a day off, so I'm off to Invermere!


@Cicero Yep, I am still in for tonight! What should I be searching on the book of faces?

nvp
  1. 2884 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


Mary-Ann Korosi must be the Mary Anne Kickass username/credit that's appear in R3 of all iterations?

i always wanted to know who that was

canadajanes
  1. 2885 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Hip-hop set? Yes please!

MOAR RAP!!!

No Longer Lurking
  1. 2886 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@FT Grant > Al Gore
mcfflyer
  1. 2887 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks, Garf. 

And Martin, thanks for starting the trail of visitors from our R3 blog. Still living in the same place, but my life is so very different now!

Chopz87
  1. 2888 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

More than Drake???
MackenzieC
  1. 2889 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Repeating this again: Library Voices yesterday suggested an unofficial R3 meet up at Gateway Festival this summer.
CDNz1
  1. 2890 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

All in your honour, Cody!
iamRobSmith
  1. 2891 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

HIP-HOP SET!!!!
deiru
  1. 2892 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

NOOOOOOOOOOOOO STREAM DROPPED
laurita.snow
  1. 2893 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Karbog: Oh man, what *isn't* going on there? It's kindof a gong show, actually. You can *see* the clouds of pot drifting around. There are giant crowds of drunk people. There's music,there's dancing, there's food stands from around the world...there's a lot f lounging in parks...there's kinda everything :P
reginula
  1. 2894 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

YOUR MEETUP PLANS ARE GOING TO MAKE ME QUIT MY JOB (and keep it, for the moneyz)
Switters
  1. 2895 posted by

Switters on Mar 27, 2015

Inner Ninja!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 2896 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

It's a popular "hip-hop" song BECAUSE IT'S GOT MUSIC IN IT!
karbog
  1. 2897 posted by

karbog on Mar 27, 2015

I might have to put a trip up to Ottawa again on my list!
mj2k1
  1. 2898 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant: I kinda doubt this is more popular than Started From The Bottom
slackhopper
  1. 2899 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

...and more chair dancing. YES!
kidcauley
  1. 2900 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

@loweeda and @laurita: there are R3 Ottawa Canada Day festivities?
PhilipST
  1. 2901 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Yes, Classified!
slimykisses
  1. 2902 posted by

slimykisses on Mar 27, 2015

Love it. Shout out to Nova Scotia.
StephRamsahai
  1. 2903 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

I ALSO TEXTED LEFT & LEAVING! NO RESPONSE! SURPRISED? HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAAAAAAAA
morgana
  1. 2904 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

NINJASSSSSSSS     FROM AMELIA
Sless
  1. 2905 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

#2882

That is a terribly great question. It would tell us so much!

flannel tom
  1. 2906 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

HELL YES CLASSIFIED!!!

FUN FACT, I SPENT MY FIRST LIVING YEARS IN ELMSDALE, TWO MINUTES DOWN THE ROAD FROM ENFIELD, HOME OF CLASSIFIED! THEY SHOULD BUILD A SIGN OUTSIDE TOWN.

"WELCOME TO ENFIELD, HOME OF CLASSIFIED"

DrSunshine
  1. 2907 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

R3 meetup Canada Day in Ottawa. Sounds like a great plan.
darbarspecial
  1. 2908 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

INNER NINJA!!!!!! WOOOOOOOOOO!!
smalliebigs
  1. 2909 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

HIP HOP SET! NORTHERN TOUCH!?!?
Silvorgold
  1. 2910 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

@Pat I might be in Ottawa for Canada Day! My friend (and long-time R3 lurker) goalieca is getting married in Ottawa that week. Assuming I find a new job or have SOME money, I might see y'alls there!
garfielduk
  1. 2911 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@NLL I was thinking we should try and arrange a UK branch fun club meetup
smalliebigs
  1. 2912 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

Oh, Sterph! :)


McS
  1. 2913 posted by

McS on Mar 27, 2015

@Laurita tunes with banjos for sure :)
slackhopper
  1. 2914 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

A Buck 65 follow up would be fitting and fun
westcrunch
  1. 2915 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

Best driving song.
canadajanes
  1. 2916 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Steph - AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA
ryanmaksymic
  1. 2917 posted by

ryanmaksymic on Mar 27, 2015 Hot Fact The music video for Inner Ninja was partly filmed in the alleyway directly behind my old house!

SamaraS
  1. 2918 posted by

SamaraS on Mar 27, 2015

Mary-Anne Korosi responded very politely and informatively to my recent email to CBC music about the stream cutting and glitching. So she is all over the place getting things done. Thank you, Mary-Anne!
reginula
  1. 2919 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@Reginula I was thinking we should try and arrange a Mexico branch fun club meetup
darbarspecial
  1. 2920 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Woot! i got a DarDar post today too.
suckamc
  1. 2921 posted by

suckamc on Mar 27, 2015

@mcfflyer, that was such a great trip. So much R3 love, first time meeting you, Alex, lots of other Vancouver crew, TheRadioHead, and more.

And the crabs were great!

https://www.flickr.com/photos/suckamc/5221604075

KristaMark
  1. 2922 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

LOVE INNER NINJA!! 
loweeda
  1. 2923 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

haahh, oh steph. Your Calgary adventure was a crazy thing, but it probably was something you had to do to get where you are today.
laurita.snow
  1. 2924 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Kid re Canada Day Meetup: apparently! I think we should join and make it a big fun thing!
iamRobSmith
  1. 2925 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD!  PLAY NORTHERN TOUCH!!!!!
reginula
  1. 2926 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@Reginula Yeah, sure, bro! Bring candy.
OpalJagger
  1. 2927 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

I'm basically from "down the road" from Classified, and I cannot stand most of his music. I was really surprised to find out he had the first artist profile. Couldn't have been more than 18 at the time he created it?
Grant Lawrence
  1. 2928 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

SMALLIEBIGS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! THE RICHEST BLOGGER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 2929 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@Garf - Sounds good to me.  Let me know the next time you are in the Big Smoke!
DrSunshine
  1. 2930 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

I QUIT MY JOB!!!
Old Abe
  1. 2931 posted by

Old Abe on Mar 27, 2015

@GRANT - NORTHERN TOUCH!!
Cicero
  1. 2932 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@MPcurley - you can add me through my R3 Profile - it makes life easier :-)
loweeda
  1. 2933 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

Ottawa people: there is nothing formal planned already for you to "join." if you want to hang out with R3 people on Canada Day, you're already part of doing it.
neuromancer
  1. 2934 posted by

neuromancer on Mar 27, 2015

almost 3000 comments. wow. 

I'm going to miss this, and Grant. But I'm hopeful R3 can continue to be innovative and find new ways to capture the imagination of people all over the world and turn them onto awesome music.



Sless
  1. 2935 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

We're stomping records!

12 posts a minute currently.

COMMENTNADO!!

lounge_act
  1. 2936 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

I'll throw some snark down.  Ottawa Canada Day is like Calgary during Stampede: drunk, crowded and full of assholes. 

I was going to go kayaking and camping in Northern Quebec. But, if you're all going...

mj2k1
  1. 2937 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@ryan: hey buddy. thanks for holding my beers during The Beauties - my liver
Snarf
  1. 2938 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

reginula - I read #2919 without seeing who posted it and thought "OMG there is another blogger in Mexico! Reginual will be so happy!" womp womp.
TheRadioHead
  1. 2939 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

If you are within a 400 KM radius of OTTAWA ON CANADA DAY, you need to be there!


I'll start a FB group later

Chopz87
  1. 2940 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

RENUNCIE A MI TRABAJO!!!!!!!!
loweeda
  1. 2941 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

Why is everyone saying they've quit their jobs? Is there some alternate stream of Old Man Luedecke going on? Or are people really getting unemployed in droves today?
Silvorgold
  1. 2942 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

I DIDN'T QUIT MY JOB, I GOT LAID OFF!
laurita.snow
  1. 2943 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Loweeda: COOL BEANZ. WE SHOULD PLAN THINGS.

Oh man so many meetups in Ottawa this summer! Dragonboat Fest and then Canada Day!!! I'm so excited!

Chopz87
  1. 2944 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

Last day and no Kardinal Offishall! THIS IS AN OUTRAGE!!!!!!!!!!!!!
cathyort
  1. 2945 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

#2928, I thought that was MusicSoop?

Where is Soop, anyway???

Cicero
  1. 2946 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

Gotta jet for a bit, but I'll be back!
StephRamsahai
  1. 2947 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

OMG BABY I'M YOUR'S!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I FUCKING LOVE THIS SONG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!

MoniSki
  1. 2948 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

Does anyone know the record for the most comments in a given day? This is insane! 
canadajanes
  1. 2949 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

YES!!!!! Love this song!
loweeda
  1. 2950 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

I've done Canada Day in Ottawa before, and yes, it's crazy, but it's a good crazy. And every Canadian should do it at least once.
tb3
  1. 2951 posted by

tb3 on Mar 27, 2015

Beer O'Clock yet?
reginula
  1. 2952 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@Snarf #2938 :((((( Sorry. I'm taking my R3 swag to the Stars show, so we can hope! 
flannel tom
  1. 2953 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

Before I figured out the line was "Eat Less BK" I thought it was "Eat Less Beef Cakes"


What the hell is a beef cake?

laurita.snow
  1. 2954 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Loweeda: Heh, I think it's just a thing we're doing??

Except for Chopz, who started this. Chopz, did you actually just quit your job?

MackenzieC
  1. 2955 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

All these years later and I still can't get Tim's blog handle right. I keep thinking it's MusicScoop.
canadajanes
  1. 2956 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Teeter!!!!
Gibsonguitarist
  1. 2957 posted by

Gibsonguitarist on Mar 27, 2015

@theradiohead re 2939

stop tempting me! My brother lives in Perth and cousin just east of ottawa.


McS
  1. 2958 posted by

McS on Mar 27, 2015

ahhh I just got an email from my boss asking for a meeting today..... I'm still in my pajamas.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 2959 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

TB3 - Where have you been?!
Switters
  1. 2960 posted by

Switters on Mar 27, 2015

@Sless Can't wait for the sequel "The Commentatening"
Silvorgold
  1. 2961 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

@tb3 it's toujours beer o'clock!
hgummo
  1. 2962 posted by

hgummo on Mar 27, 2015

Ah I almost forgot about Baby I'm Yours! Such a great song.
balls
  1. 2963 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

Yes, @tb3
jojodillon
  1. 2964 posted by

jojodillon on Mar 27, 2015

okay, Inner Ninja is just coming on for me.  I'm on delay aren't I?
marie_curious
  1. 2965 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

Loving this set!!!!
cathyort
  1. 2966 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

Phew, definitely can't afford to fly to Ottawa. Sheesh.

Will see about making the drive. I've never been there!

MackenzieC
  1. 2967 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

TB3 it's been beer o'clock all day today.
Chopz87
  1. 2968 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

Hey gurl, wanna carry my fetus?
mj2k1
  1. 2969 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

go riders
Wapuche
  1. 2970 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

This song is stupid as hell. And I fucking love every note.
Sless
  1. 2971 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

We're averaging 8.2 comments a minute.

NUTS

suckamc
  1. 2972 posted by

suckamc on Mar 27, 2015

TB3! :D
No Longer Lurking
  1. 2973 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@Chopz87 - I hope it's in a jar or something....otherwise, gross.
deiru
  1. 2974 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

YAAAAA YEAH BUCK 65
MoniSki
  1. 2975 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

John it's Beer O'Clock in Ireland!!!! 
Funhog
  1. 2976 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

oh love this Buck 65 song
karbog
  1. 2977 posted by

karbog on Mar 27, 2015

Yes Shad and Cadence! This is why I became a fan of some hip-hop! These Canadian artists along with Classified, K-os, K'naan, McEnroe, and Wordburglar are intelligent and more musically inclined than just beats.
tb3
  1. 2978 posted by

tb3 on Mar 27, 2015

I'm working today.

Chiming in on my luck.

PhilipST
  1. 2979 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#2915 You were so right!
flannel tom
  1. 2980 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

I DIDN'T QUIT MY JOB*, I'm JUST UNDEREMPLOYED!



  • i sort of did I suppose, in a way. my old gig.
Chopz87
  1. 2981 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

@jojo - I switched to the feed on my phone cause in my computer it is WAAAAAY behind
MackenzieC
  1. 2982 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Spoiler alert.. Buck 65? I've still got Shad playing.
karbog
  1. 2983 posted by

karbog on Mar 27, 2015

Oh yes and BUCK 65!!!
marie_curious
  1. 2984 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

#2970: Ha!! Absolutely!
rebecca1234
  1. 2985 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

my delay is helping me lol
iamRobSmith
  1. 2986 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

EVERYBODY NOW - NORTHERN TOUCH, NORTHERN TOUCH, NORTHERN TOUCH!
westcrunch
  1. 2987 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

@loweeda

Someone asked earlier if anyone had recently quit their jobs (I assume to justify Grant playing the tune with the same name). So we started volunteering the info. I quit my job last month.

reginula
  1. 2988 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@Chopz GROSSSSSSS
jojodillon
  1. 2989 posted by

jojodillon on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks Chopz
OpalJagger
  1. 2990 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

I'M AFRAID TO MOVE MY EYES AND READ ANYTHING THAT ISN'T THE BLOG
deiru
  1. 2991 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

GRANT LAWRENCE KING OF THE FOREST!!!!!!!!
reginula
  1. 2992 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

plz?
Wapuche
  1. 2993 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

The music today has been a breath of fresh air (even if most of the songs are a few years old). Grant is following his own advice: PLAY THE HITS!
slackhopper
  1. 2994 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

Buck 65 was amazing two years ago at Northern Lights Festival Boreal. I don't think the old fogies in the audience knew quite what to think. It was brilliant!
mj2k1
  1. 2995 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

If anyone is interested in doing the Gateway Festival R3 meetup the Library Voices suggested, it should be noted that the festival runs from July 24-26 and if you don't like the sunday headliner, the Riders are playing the Tigercats Sunday night.

Just so you know.

No Longer Lurking
  1. 2996 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Buck65 is one of those people you need to follow on FB.  He is the master storyteller (present company excepted Grant).
Backwater Brewery
  1. 2997 posted by

Backwater Brewery on Mar 27, 2015

well i pulled one of my balls yesterday so that's my kind of loss!
loweeda
  1. 2998 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

3000 comin up!
OpalJagger
  1. 2999 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

(on that note, I'm genuine when I say I've actually been reading almost all the comments since 11am, three hours ago...)
MoniSki
  1. 3000 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

Today's blogging is getting intense!!!
iamRobSmith
  1. 3001 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

CRAZY!
OpalJagger
  1. 3002 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

ah!
reginula
  1. 3003 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

wo!
garjoh
  1. 3004 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

Feed keeps cutting. We are crashing R3 with love. That or the blog length is crashing the browser...
Grant Lawrence
  1. 3005 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

@BackwaterBrewery excuse me?
flannel tom
  1. 3006 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

Buck 65s Wicked And Weird Album was one of my most played CD's back in the day, when it came out. I was at the Marquee for the release party of that album, he blew glitter kisses at the crowd. 
StephRamsahai
  1. 3007 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

3000!!!!!!!!!
Sless
  1. 3008 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

3000


Frankus
  1. 3009 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

You know what it is? It is all of us listening to the same music all together and it gets better by knowing that there are those among us just grooving and loving and getting into the music like we do. Together/apart.
marie_curious
  1. 3010 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

Noooo!!!
Silvorgold
  1. 3011 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

Jeebus 3000 comments?! Go R3!
Switters
  1. 3012 posted by

Switters on Mar 27, 2015

I need to see another Buck 65 show. The last one I saw he had a pocket full of glitter and kept throwing handfuls into the air over the crowd.  That's the only time glitter hasn't been terrible.
laurita.snow
  1. 3013 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ FT: HA! Yeah. Underemployed to the max...
rusty
  1. 3014 posted by

rusty on Mar 27, 2015 fav buck65 song. best tunes today!.. so good and this blog is crazy

Sless
  1. 3015 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

too late!
cathyort
  1. 3016 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

#banjoswoon
Chopz87
  1. 3017 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

@Reginula - HOW DARE YOU?!?!?!?
Grant Lawrence
  1. 3018 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

IAMROBSMITH IS IN THE RUBY THRONE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (comment #3000) WHAT DO YOU WANT TO HEAR?!??!?!?!?
garfielduk
  1. 3019 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Monica It's Beer O'clock in the North of England (Scotch O'clock in the South I think)
MoniSki
  1. 3020 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

gosh darn it! 
OpalJagger
  1. 3021 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

(insert more two-letter exclamations trying to claim the throne)!
rebecca1234
  1. 3022 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

love buck's posts! he is one reason i go on fb
MackenzieC
  1. 3023 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

@mj2k1  Im seconding #2996. If this becomes a meetup, I'll rent a car and drive from Winnipeg. I volunteer to pick up anyone from either WInnipeg or Regina airports.
canadajanes
  1. 3024 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

I saw Buck 65 in Houston with 4 other people. It was awkward and great. We all hung out with him backstage after the show.
iamRobSmith
  1. 3025 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

GRANT, I WANT TO HEAR NORTHERN TOUCH!!!!!!
Sless
  1. 3026 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

The rate that we're going, we will be just over 6000 posts by the end of Lana's show if this keeps going the way it's going.
OpalJagger
  1. 3027 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

My heart actually beats so hard every time I come close to getting a throne.
phalanges
  1. 3028 posted by

phalanges on Mar 27, 2015

Hey all, long time listener, first time poster chiming in! I was listening earlier on my phone (playing through the speakers) while biking and walking a friend's dog. Happily listening on my computer again now. Woo! Working from home on a Friday!
loweeda
  1. 3029 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

haah, "the only time glitter hasn't been terrible." excellent observation.

Which reminds me of that thing recently where those guys would mail glitter to people you hate.

Laura Beth
  1. 3030 posted by

Laura Beth on Mar 27, 2015

@NOLONGERLURKING yes! I'm sad he's been on hiatus from storytelling while he writes his book (which is apparently done?). 
CDNz1
  1. 3031 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

So, Mulder still hates vacuums.
zammachus
  1. 3032 posted by

zammachus on Mar 27, 2015

REMEMBER BANJ'O'CLOCK?!!?
akurjata
  1. 3033 posted by

akurjata on Mar 27, 2015

Northern Touch would solve the complaints about no Kardinal, as well.
Chopz87
  1. 3034 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

I'm pretty sure Northern Touch is not in the system
Backwater Brewery
  1. 3035 posted by

Backwater Brewery on Mar 27, 2015

Yes, Grant, basically a hernia (painful!) 
alsace lorraine
  1. 3036 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

I took a 15 minute lunch and now there are like a million more posts
canadajanes
  1. 3037 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Phalanges - Another first time poster! Welcome!
Kirk Avery
  1. 3038 posted by

Kirk Avery on Mar 27, 2015

YES NORTHERN TOUCH!
Old Abe
  1. 3039 posted by

Old Abe on Mar 27, 2015

@phalanges #3027, Welcome to the blog!!!
deiru
  1. 3040 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

Banjos and hip-hop a match made in heaven
OpalJagger
  1. 3041 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

Grant should sing Northern Touch himself then.
Silvorgold
  1. 3042 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

@MackenzieC and not Brandon? Hmph. 
mj2k1
  1. 3043 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@mack: we have lots of couches to sleep on.  won't help at the festival we'll need camping gear or staying in a crappy motel but it would be fun
loweeda
  1. 3044 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

Andrew! I recognized your Twitter avatar and then I had a moment of social media platform disconnection
CDNz1
  1. 3045 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

WELCOME, PHALANGES!!!
slackhopper
  1. 3046 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

It's 2:30 here. Who else is still in their pajamas? (besides me)
Shonica
  1. 3047 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

phalanges , Welcome to R3!
boders
  1. 3048 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

heya phalanges! Great handle.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 3049 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@Laura Beth - I'm looking forward to his book, it's pretty much guaranteed to be brilliant.
laurita.snow
  1. 3050 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Phalanges: Welcome! (it's not normally this crazy). Nice to see you!

@ Switters: As someone who has suffered the full extent of glitter terribleness (kids. 'nuff said) then YES. truer words...

Okay you guys, I'm going to go toast a bagel. Y'all keep your pants on while I'm gone, y'hear?

Switters
  1. 3051 posted by

Switters on Mar 27, 2015

@alsace I skipped lunch because I didn't want to leave my desk and stopped listening.  I'll make up for it at the Palomino later.
balls
  1. 3052 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

What is this Northern Touch you speak of? 
garjoh
  1. 3053 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

@Phalanges: MY ROCHESTER R3 BUDDY!!! WELCOME!!!  ON BEER X2 AND EVERYTHING IS IN CAPS NOW!!!
Chopz87
  1. 3054 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

Hola Phalanges!
tax_relief
  1. 3055 posted by

tax_relief on Mar 27, 2015

Buck 65? More like Buck 24 once the government takes their cut. Fight the IRS and get the RELIEF you need. Call Mike Habib today!
Gibsonguitarist
  1. 3056 posted by

Gibsonguitarist on Mar 27, 2015

goodbye. Gooodbyyeee!
WildWorks
  1. 3057 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Love that I've been seeing Northern Touch (I guess by Rascalz) be repeated over and over. :)
mj2k1
  1. 3058 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@deiru Banjos and hip-hop a match made in heaven

I'll respectfully disagree. I'd also say this is closer to folk than hip hop. Kind of in the same vein of Bob Dylan's subterranean homesick blues.

PhilipST
  1. 3059 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#2995 @NLL, do you know Buck 65 has a book coming out? Should be great. 
marie_curious
  1. 3060 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

Welcome Phalanges!
flannel tom
  1. 3061 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

I'm a maybe for that Gateway Fest... I'd really like to but we'll have to see. 
Sless
  1. 3062 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

#3027 @phalanges

WELCOME!!!!!


phalanges
  1. 3063 posted by

phalanges on Mar 27, 2015

@canadajanes & @Old Abe thanks for the welcomes! 
kirkofdoom
  1. 3064 posted by

kirkofdoom on Mar 27, 2015

GRANT, ASK TARIQ ABOUT NEW BRASSTRONAUT when/if he comes in.


Wapuche
  1. 3065 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@laurita- Keep my pants on? You mean you're wearing pants? Are people seriously wearing pants today?
rebecca1234
  1. 3066 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

i am in for meeting up in ottawa! my sis lives there we could pop up tents in her backyard, i will have to pass this by her but she is rad
Old Abe
  1. 3067 posted by

Old Abe on Mar 27, 2015

WOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!
WildWorks
  1. 3068 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

I guess Sunshine Dick is not calling in?
MSteve
  1. 3069 posted by

MSteve on Mar 27, 2015

FUCK YES!
iamRobSmith
  1. 3070 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

FUCK YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!

GRANT YOU ARE THE BEST!!!!!!

WestcoastErin
  1. 3071 posted by

WestcoastErin on Mar 27, 2015

Love that we're going out with a bang here, kids! (But really my question is, has there been any Young Galaxy today or what?)
jenna-arcade
  1. 3072 posted by

jenna-arcade on Mar 27, 2015

Farewell live GRANT!! Thanks for spinning MG's tunes on your show, thanks for the support and we will meet one day.

ADIOS YA'LL SEE YOU ON THE OTHER SIDE. Beer o'clock.

phalanges
  1. 3073 posted by

phalanges on Mar 27, 2015

Oh wow, thanks for the greetings all!
EricR
  1. 3074 posted by

EricR on Mar 27, 2015

@Frankus [#3009] - that's one of the things that in a world of "on-demand" we don't get to experience as much any more: a single, collective, magical experience.  Yes, there are sports on TV I guess, and maybe the Oscars and such, but this is uniquely special.
marie_curious
  1. 3075 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!
Chopz87
  1. 3076 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

KARDI KARDI!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
boders
  1. 3077 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

MIKE HABIB's TAX RELIEF. Holy shit
No Longer Lurking
  1. 3078 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant - What KOD said.
loweeda
  1. 3079 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

ya, i would LOVE some new Brasstronaut. what a great band.
CDNz1
  1. 3080 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Grant should sing Northern Air and touch himself. 
MackenzieC
  1. 3081 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

@ Silvorgold

Do people even fly in/out of the Brandon airport? Okay... okay... if this is a thing, I will pick up from Regina and Winnipeg airports and towns along the way until there is no room left in the rental. OOH! If there was enough people, we could rent a van.

flannel tom
  1. 3082 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

Wow, Northern Touch. This is more Much Music than R3 but whatever, I'll take it!
deiru
  1. 3083 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

I CAN'T BELIEVE THIS SONG WAS IN THE SYSTEM
tb3
  1. 3084 posted by

tb3 on Mar 27, 2015

Grant: Are you going to have Scotty on today?
OpalJagger
  1. 3085 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

This was easily the first rap song I ever remember hearing. Still a classic.
alsace lorraine
  1. 3086 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@Switters. I was silly and packed a really tasty lunch. I had to eat it. I had to
mj2k1
  1. 3087 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

Shade 45 had a cypher over this track last week.  I was pretty amazed they knew the song considering it's a Detroit rap station... but actually maybe that makes sense.
canadajanes
  1. 3088 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Welcome back Mike Habib!!!!
akurjata
  1. 3089 posted by

akurjata on Mar 27, 2015

Northern Touch!!!! http://r3.ca/0LdU


Donna I should have never left. Silly of me.

zammachus
  1. 3090 posted by

zammachus on Mar 27, 2015

REMEMBER THE R3 BOOK CLUB?!
rebecca1234
  1. 3091 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

#2346 are you having a beer in your pjs? cuz i am 
WestcoastErin
  1. 3092 posted by

WestcoastErin on Mar 27, 2015

@kirk New Brasstronaut?!?!?! Oh man I am so out of touch.
slackhopper
  1. 3093 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

'Check the O.R." would totally make my f#@king day right now!
Old Abe
  1. 3094 posted by

Old Abe on Mar 27, 2015

This is the best. (Northern Touch)
loweeda
  1. 3095 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

Hello, phalanges! I missed the flurry of greetings, but I still welcome you.
OpalJagger
  1. 3096 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

@CDNz1 I'm not going to lie, I actually bent over laughing so hard at that
Chopz87
  1. 3097 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

KARDINAL FUCKING OFFISHALL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
karbog
  1. 3098 posted by

karbog on Mar 27, 2015

Is there going to be a playlist from this last song posted?!!?!?!?
MackenzieC
  1. 3099 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Matty - #3042 Yeah I've already started making a mental list of who I could borrow camping gear from as I have none.
Kirk Avery
  1. 3100 posted by

Kirk Avery on Mar 27, 2015

This Buck 65 song reminds me of a project I'm working on. @100AtlntcCan to check it out. E-mail 100atlanticcanadian@gmail.com to give your input. Let me know if you have any questions through those. Short & sweet. Shameless plug over. Back to the regular talk!NORTHERN TOUCH! 
luckymaloo
  1. 3101 posted by

luckymaloo on Mar 27, 2015

I am no longer the newest on the blog! Hip hop set HOT!!!
WildWorks
  1. 3102 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Oh, the 90s and the MuchMusic era. :)
PhilipST
  1. 3103 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015 It's weird how time seems to be both slowing down and speeding up for Grant's show today. It's only half past the third hour of show (2:35 in NYC), yet I feel as if I've been listening all day. Must be all the emotions churning.

karbog
  1. 3104 posted by

karbog on Mar 27, 2015

Wow! I meant is there going to be a playlist from this whole show?
flannel tom
  1. 3105 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

BREAK OUT THE MAPLE DIPPED BLUNT WRAPS


loweeda
  1. 3106 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

Mackenzie, we have a direct flight from Brandon to Calgary every single day.
EricR
  1. 3107 posted by

EricR on Mar 27, 2015

@Zammachus [#3090] - I most certainly remember Vish's Book Club!  I still have all the books I got from him; I think I've even read all but one of them.  It was a fantastic addition to his already solid morning show.
Silvorgold
  1. 3108 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

@Mackenzie They have daily flights to/from Calgary now! Plus there's rumours that there's going to be more flights once the airport is renovated/expanded
andaoneandatwo
  1. 3109 posted by

andaoneandatwo on Mar 27, 2015

Awesome. Awesome. Awesome. 
mj2k1
  1. 3110 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@mack: you don't really need a lot.  If it's raining and crappy we won't be camping.... I'm fairly certain theres a motel.

If it's nice out we won't need more than a tent or sleep in the car

luckymaloo
  1. 3111 posted by

luckymaloo on Mar 27, 2015

welcome @ phalanges! 
Chopz87
  1. 3112 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

GRANT DID YOU JUST CUT NORTHERN TOUCH SHORT?!?!?!?!?!!?!?
Funhog
  1. 3113 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

3105 - ok
balls
  1. 3114 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

There should very well be a playlist from this show!
kirkofdoom
  1. 3115 posted by

kirkofdoom on Mar 27, 2015

Erin

well, I know they are writing/recording, but I have no idea ABOUT it! I want to hear what the deal is from Tariq!

phalanges
  1. 3116 posted by

phalanges on Mar 27, 2015

bahaha @gar_joh! I should crack open a beer, and join you. I think I still have a St. Ambrose kicking about in the fridge. 
No Longer Lurking
  1. 3117 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Hello Tariq!
OpalJagger
  1. 3118 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant, considering it's been the last show, you've been a consummate professional and a great host (in every sense of the word) in terms of keeping everything light and happy. Well done and looking forward to your future work with CBC :)
Funhog
  1. 3119 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Tariq!
EricR
  1. 3120 posted by

EricR on Mar 27, 2015

@karbog [#3098] - You can see the playlist on-line, here.
alsace lorraine
  1. 3121 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

This is like the greatest reunion ever! I loved hearing Tariq!
MackenzieC
  1. 3122 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Got to jet for about 2.5 hours. Stupidly made an appointment prior to learning this was the last day and can't reschedule it. See you in awhile!
marie_curious
  1. 3123 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

TAARIIIIIIQ!!!!!
canadajanes
  1. 3124 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

andaoneandatwo - Welcome back!
garjoh
  1. 3125 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

@Westcoasterin: No Young Galaxy yet, but good taste!! 
loweeda
  1. 3126 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

Tariq!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 3127 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@Balls - I think Garf has you covered.  As might WildWorks on Twitter.
CDNz1
  1. 3128 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

TARIQ!!! 

Sofa King nice to hear your voice!

Shonica
  1. 3129 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

TARIQ!!!!
cathyort
  1. 3130 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

TARIQ!!!!!!!!

Brasstronaut at Phog Lounge in 2010 (when Tariq brought me a R3 scarf), will always be one of my top 10 shows.

phalanges
  1. 3131 posted by

phalanges on Mar 27, 2015

ahem, sorry, @garjoh, I'm used to that "_".
Funhog
  1. 3132 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

Welcome phalanges!
DrSunshine
  1. 3133 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

TARIQ!!! What a ReUnion Tour this spot has been. OMG!!!
Sless
  1. 3134 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

There's another voice I haven't heard in a while!

Hello Tariq!

canadajanes
  1. 3135 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Good to hear you Tariq!
EricR
  1. 3136 posted by

EricR on Mar 27, 2015

@KirkOfDoom [#3064] - are you just sitting outside the studio today, watching for upcoming guest spots to arrive on-air??
akurjata
  1. 3137 posted by

akurjata on Mar 27, 2015

I should have recorded this show. Onto a cassette.
iamRobSmith
  1. 3138 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

I'm going to go ahead and forget the fact you just cut Northern Touch short.
lindsey.who
  1. 3139 posted by

lindsey.who on Mar 27, 2015

I sincerely hope that no children show up for my after-school program today. 

The chances of this are pretty much one in a million. But I wanna stay!

Funhog
  1. 3140 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

Looking forward to hearing some brasstronaut!
garjoh
  1. 3141 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

@phalanges: Drink your feelings along with me, my friend :P  
loweeda
  1. 3142 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

I know at least a couple of people are recording the show, akurjata. not on cassettes, though. WE'RE NOT HIPSTERS
PhilipST
  1. 3143 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Tariq hosted my favorite R3 sessions podcast, when he welcomed Matt Mays and a big band in to play most of the songs from the awesome album, When the Angels Make Contact. Done in 2007. I still have the podcast. Hi Tariq! 
WildWorks
  1. 3144 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

CBC, home of the musicians and former VJs becoming hosts. :)
reginula
  1. 3145 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@Lindsey Education! Play the show for them! Besides, Lana is still more.. family friendly.
WestcoastErin
  1. 3146 posted by

WestcoastErin on Mar 27, 2015

@garjoh: Thanks! Maybe together we can peer pressure Grant in the time that's left... ;)

Welcome Phalanges! And Yay Tariq!

xcanuck
  1. 3147 posted by

xcanuck on Mar 27, 2015

Oh, some Young Galaxy would be nice. I'd go old school with "Swing Your Heartache". Somehow, I think that song resonates today.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 3148 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@lindsey.who - Say that you've got measles and that you've been quarantined in the building.
darbarspecial
  1. 3149 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Hello Tariq!!
smalliebigs
  1. 3150 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

WOO! That was some nice old school cancon hip hop...before it got cut off!

@Grant: I thought it was agreed that NLL with his amazing wheels was the richest blogger! Or SOOP! I'm considering moving public sector again so I won't be the richest anything.

andaoneandatwo
  1. 3151 posted by

andaoneandatwo on Mar 27, 2015

Can I count it off .... Can I COUNT IT OFF....... CAN I CO0UNT IT OFFF!! 1 ...2 .... 1.2.3.4. bam bam bam bam bammm 


canadajanes
  1. 3152 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Wow Tariq, that was spot one!
mj2k1
  1. 3153 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

Tariq sounded a lot like grant just not quite screechy enough
deiru
  1. 3154 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

YEAH Tariq I ask him this summer if he could come back and now it has happen
No Longer Lurking
  1. 3155 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Yes, we need some Young Galaxy.
Dave Shumka
  1. 3156 posted by

Dave Shumka on Mar 27, 2015

It's like two Grants!


Silvorgold
  1. 3157 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

Tariq's impersonation of Grant Lawrence.. lol!
Chopz87
  1. 3158 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

YOUNG GALAXY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
slimykisses
  1. 3159 posted by

slimykisses on Mar 27, 2015

Nailed it Tariq
mzkerrydee
  1. 3160 posted by

mzkerrydee on Mar 27, 2015

Oh wow, just popped in to listen to the last show and wanted to "sign the guestbooK" (frequent llstener, very infrequent blogger), and just in time to catch Tariq's amazing Grant impression! Perfect!
hotpatch
  1. 3161 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

I'll always regret missing Brasstronaut (and Tariq) when they played here in ATL several years ago, dang
flannel tom
  1. 3162 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

UNCANNY!
loweeda
  1. 3163 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

not bad, Tariq. Not bad.
OpalJagger
  1. 3164 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

SO MUCH YOUNG GALAXY
slackhopper
  1. 3165 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

Canadian bands I miss: Spiral Beach. I adore those kids. They crashed on my floor a couple of times.
darbarspecial
  1. 3166 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Haha!
akurjata
  1. 3167 posted by

akurjata on Mar 27, 2015

I will find a recording of this...
MoniSki
  1. 3168 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

Alright, guys, time for me to go... I might be back a little later, but probably not. So have a good one, and keep up the blogging! I want to come back later at night and see that you guys got to 6000 comments or more!!! I'm happy to have been a part of R3 and met so many of you!!!! This isn't the end, just the end of a chapter and a beginning of a new one!!! Exciting times ahead for all!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 


GOODBYE FOR NOW!!!!


AND KEEPING SMILING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


xxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox

OpalJagger
  1. 3169 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

(I'm sorry for yelling, seems to be the only way to get things across on the blog today hah)
Chopz87
  1. 3170 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

I saw Two Grants open up for Two Koreas at the Lucky Charms Tavern in Toeranto
mzkerrydee
  1. 3171 posted by

mzkerrydee on Mar 27, 2015

Last *live* show, not last show...
WestcoastErin
  1. 3172 posted by

WestcoastErin on Mar 27, 2015

YOUNG GALAXY! woooooo
loweeda
  1. 3173 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

I love hearing these behind-the-scenes anecdotes! Staff meetings with Steve Pratt!
maattt
  1. 3174 posted by

maattt on Mar 27, 2015

Holy smokes, this blog blew up today.
cathyort
  1. 3175 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

<------ THIS
CDNz1
  1. 3176 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Basement Suite was a band from the 80s.
Sless
  1. 3177 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

Oh M Gz

Brasstronaut....

I have not heard that in a long time!!!

OPPORTUNITY......

erinev
  1. 3178 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

oh boy, it's getting hot in here!!!!! [re: bahamas]
loweeda
  1. 3179 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

ahh, Two Koreas! There's a band I miss, too.
Frankus
  1. 3180 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

@flanneltom- I hear ya bud.
cathyort
  1. 3181 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

If you can see it. :/

Not all profile pics loading...

westcrunch
  1. 3182 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

mmmmmmmmmmm Bahamas
BWill
  1. 3183 posted by

BWill on Mar 27, 2015

Well done Tariq, good impressions and a solid request
CDNz1
  1. 3184 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

And THAT is why I rarely wear a toque.
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 3185 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

#3178   Getting the vapours, erin?
Yuletide
  1. 3186 posted by

Yuletide on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant @blog.  This morning I picked up two tickets for my wifes B-day, Bahamas with symphony NS! That means I'll be lucky at least twice! 
Snarf
  1. 3187 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

things women like: avocados and Bahamas

things women don't like: patio lanterns (the song)

phalanges
  1. 3188 posted by

phalanges on Mar 27, 2015

My favourite Brasstronaut memory was watching them play in CMW of 2010. I was home for the week, and went to see them play at Lee's Palace. The time change happened while they were playing, so the show ended at like 3:30 am. I got my R3 scarf earlier that week outside of the ElMo on my way to a BC showcase.
Chopz87
  1. 3189 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

I QUIT MY JOB AT A YOUNG GALAXY!!!!!!!!!!
tb3
  1. 3190 posted by

tb3 on Mar 27, 2015

Will they release this final show on laser disc?
laurita.snow
  1. 3191 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

OMG TARIQ YAYYYYYYYYYYYY!

Jeezum you guys, I leave for like 10 minutes and all of these things happen!

@ Wapuche: I am (sadly) at work, so I have to wear pants. It sucks. PANTS ARE FOR THE WEAK.

Shonica
  1. 3192 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

westcrucnh, 3182 He is coming back to WFF!
Wapuche
  1. 3193 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

Remember when Garf made everyone these awesome alt-CBC logos? I'm still impressed. Well done, sir, and thank you.
rebecca1234
  1. 3194 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

lmao!!! you guys are killing me
smalliebigs
  1. 3195 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

Ugh, I can't stand Kim Mitchell. Also, at the risk of being controversial, Kim is not a name for a rock and roll man! 
No Longer Lurking
  1. 3196 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@TB3 - Special BluRay 7 disc boxset.
WestcoastErin
  1. 3197 posted by

WestcoastErin on Mar 27, 2015

I just want to share a little bit of nostalgia here if you'll bear with me:

I was more active on this blog around 2011-2012. WHen I first joined in the fray, I was welcomed with such warmth -- this community has never failed to impress me with how everyone is so open, welcoming, friendly, and there is absolutely no judgement. It's so rare to find that online (and offline!) and I am so, so grateful for that. And, of course, it goes without saying that it's just opened up worlds in terms of all the amazing music that I've been introduced to.

So thank you, thank you, thank you for that. <3

The Gem
  1. 3198 posted by

The Gem on Mar 27, 2015

CHANGE IS BAD AND ADJUSTING IS UNCOMFORTABLE
Wapuche
  1. 3199 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@laurita- Pants and mercy. And mercy pants, which are going to be all the rage next year.
rusty
  1. 3200 posted by

rusty on Mar 27, 2015 see you on the moon!!!!!!!!

karbog
  1. 3201 posted by

karbog on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks @EricR!Well I'm signing off lovely people! Continue to rock on and spread the love of great Canadian music!!!! 
societyfinch
  1. 3202 posted by

societyfinch on Mar 27, 2015

I FUCKING LOVE THIS ANIMAL SONG.
lounge_act
  1. 3203 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

"Hey! Thanks for coming to Wakefield! Please play See you on the Moon!"
loweeda
  1. 3204 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

I'm kind of indifferent to Bahamas, tbh. Patrick Watson, on the other hand...
OpalJagger
  1. 3205 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

I'M LEFT AND LEAVING AFTER I QUIT MY JOB AT A YOUNG GALAXY DUE TO AN INAPPROPRIATE NORTHERN TOUCH
Sless
  1. 3206 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

Did @Tiffyleeson's request get played?
carrieg
  1. 3207 posted by

carrieg on Mar 27, 2015 Hey, has musicsoop been here?

alsace lorraine
  1. 3208 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@Smallie. Agreed! And Patio Lanterns is one of the top worst songs of all time (after Paul Anka's You;re Having My Baby).
flagpole music
  1. 3209 posted by

flagpole music on Mar 27, 2015

OK. errands run. back for Grant's last hour-ish.  only took me 5 tries to get the player going again. (won't miss that. because it'll keep happening without live hosts I bet)no way I'm catching up on the 1000 comments I missed:P 
flannel tom
  1. 3210 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

I've always loved this GLS song, what a dandy.
xcanuck
  1. 3211 posted by

xcanuck on Mar 27, 2015

I love this GLS song!! I used to play it for Spawn before I realized kids like "adult" music just as much adults do. Definitely takes me back to a time and place.
canadajanes
  1. 3212 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Anyone remember that Boom Snap Clap song? What was that?
DrSunshine
  1. 3213 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

"When I grow up, Maybe I'll be a Radio host, And sing along with all the songs, And have Super-Fans all the day long, And the Blog will roll right along."
No Longer Lurking
  1. 3214 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

I think musicsoop is under the weather.
garjoh
  1. 3215 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

@OpalJagger may have just won the blog...
WestcoastErin
  1. 3216 posted by

WestcoastErin on Mar 27, 2015

Alright, time for me to go (work calls). I will miss this, but I know we will be still seeing each other and sharing good tunes, you amazing bunch of R3 rockstars! <3
Chopz87
  1. 3217 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

Opeljagger #3204 So much win!
loweeda
  1. 3218 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

I don't think we've heard Tiffyleeson's request yet, Sless. should we start reposting it so that Grant will see it eventually?
Funhog
  1. 3219 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

WESTCOASTERIN IS BACK!!!!!
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 3220 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

#3195    Yeah, Geddy's much better.
morgana
  1. 3221 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

@drsunshine #3213 nice one!
PhilipST
  1. 3222 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#3202 Me too, @societyfinch, brilliant.
flagpole music
  1. 3223 posted by

flagpole music on Mar 27, 2015

yes to Bahamas.  no to avocados.  Lana gets my share.  I, in turn, intake her share of deviled eggs. 

works out for both of us.

akurjata
  1. 3224 posted by

akurjata on Mar 27, 2015

@canadajanes DJ AM - Boom Snap Clap


"See you on the mooooon!"

xcanuck
  1. 3225 posted by

xcanuck on Mar 27, 2015

@NLL - yeah, Tim hasn't posted a picture on his FB feed of a concert or hockey game in the past few days. It must be serious.
mj2k1
  1. 3226 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@flagpole: hi how are you doing. did you go to the Blackie in the round show?
tb3
  1. 3227 posted by

tb3 on Mar 27, 2015

I like to think that Grant plays See You On The Moon for me cause I used to always request it way back when, a brand new Dad when I first started commenting around here.

He also always plays Good Fortune for me too. But so does Sarah, live.

luckymaloo
  1. 3228 posted by

luckymaloo on Mar 27, 2015

Patio Lanterns (song) bad. Patrick Watson (every song) very very good.
WestcoastErin
  1. 3229 posted by

WestcoastErin on Mar 27, 2015

Fuuuunhoooogggg! (I need to go, damn, it's too hard to leave!)
loweeda
  1. 3230 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

Yes, I meant to say HI WESTCOASTERIN awhile ago, but I got distracted. so hi now!
Vish Khanna
  1. 3231 posted by

Vish Khanna on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks for the kind words and for listening to us. I really loved my time at R3. We had a lot of creative freedom and encouragement, which is rare these days. So yeah. Thank you. 
deiru
  1. 3232 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

I don't remember all these sound effects being in this song.
garfielduk
  1. 3233 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@canadajanes #3212, it was Boom, Snap, Clap by A.M.
boders
  1. 3234 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

RUBY THRONE REQUEST Grant asked for it to be emailed. Losing all the threads...
mj2k1
  1. 3235 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@canadajames: BOOM SNAP by A.M.

Great song and one of the first artists I remember coming into the studio

mcfflyer
  1. 3236 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

I don't think I can find a way to go get lunch....
canadajanes
  1. 3237 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks Akjurata (sp?) and Garf!
loweeda
  1. 3238 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

I like the way you think, luckymaloo :)
laurita.snow
  1. 3239 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Flagpole: HEYYYYYYYY!

Man, I wish I could be hanging with you guys in real life, drinking and eating quac and nachos.

MikeV
  1. 3240 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

I'm back.

What is happening?

flagpole music
  1. 3241 posted by

flagpole music on Mar 27, 2015

Soop was fine when I saw him last night about 10:30-ish & only drinking water but he was moving on to another venue
hgummo
  1. 3242 posted by

hgummo on Mar 27, 2015

@MikeV Absolutely nothing
Loozrboy
  1. 3243 posted by

Loozrboy on Mar 27, 2015

At this point I'm mostly sticking around to find out what the higher thrones will be called. Will we have a Plutonium Throne? A Cocaine Throne? A Californium 252 Throne? I'm on the edge of my seat!
loweeda
  1. 3244 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

ah right, boders. emailing is probably the way to go when we're at this point in blog comments.
marie_curious
  1. 3245 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

Hey TB3! I was wondering where you were.
westcrunch
  1. 3246 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

My work email system just totally shut down. So no one in our organization can send or receive any emails. AWESOME! BEER O'CLOCK STARTS NOW!


flannel tom
  1. 3247 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

Lord T'underin' Bay is a beautiful city
canadajanes
  1. 3248 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Ahh, Thunder Bay! That's where my sister is!
lounge_act
  1. 3249 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

Hillcrest Park smells like Otto's jacket. 


SOURCE: Been there.

No Longer Lurking
  1. 3250 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Maybe musicsoop is living life as a secret agent?
Silvorgold
  1. 3251 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

@Westcrunch #3245 - Are you going to join the unemployed bandwagon and quit your job today then?
KristaMark
  1. 3252 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

I've got NOTHING done today! 

Will have work all weekend to catch up for last couple days....but WORTH IT!

rebecca1234
  1. 3253 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

i want alot of WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOS on your last play song! i have been counting and i am up to 26, although i might have missed a couple
flagpole music
  1. 3254 posted by

flagpole music on Mar 27, 2015

@laurita - umm....Lana & I are thousands of miles apart.  we only share snacks virtually
loweeda
  1. 3255 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

I think there should be an Unobtanium Throne.
laurita.snow
  1. 3256 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Loozrboy: POUTINE THRONE!
luckymaloo
  1. 3257 posted by

luckymaloo on Mar 27, 2015

@loweeda great minds think alike...
morgana
  1. 3258 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

@westcrunch #3246 you can send me a cheque later for organizing that for you.
flannel tom
  1. 3259 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

@westcrunch - CHA-CHING! BINGO! JACKPOT!
smalliebigs
  1. 3260 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

Is Lounge Act's comment above the first Simpsons reference? 

Is Kirk sleeping?

darbarspecial
  1. 3261 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

I swoon for different reasons for Bahamas, Patrick Watson and Peter Elkas but swoon for each I do.
evensteven
  1. 3262 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

GRANT! 

You are doing an amazing Job today.

This show is an instant classic

Great MUSIC TOO!

Your head must be spinning!

Thank You!

canadajanes
  1. 3263 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

If MusciSoop were here, I hope he'd be commenting about how Thunder Bay sounds like an amusement park.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 3264 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@westcrunch - which cable did you deliberately accidentally on purpose slice through to engineer that?
MikeV
  1. 3265 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

@hgummo Hi you!!!
flannel tom
  1. 3266 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

@lounge_act - I like your sources, and that you've checked them. 
mj2k1
  1. 3267 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@Vish: We ride together, we die together.  Bad Boyz for life.  - Bad Boyz II

(I know you aren't really going anywhere but we'll miss you regardless)

DrSunshine
  1. 3268 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

@Morgana thanks! I was inspired. It's a great song to sing with my 2 sons. I have practice making up new lyrics.
deiru
  1. 3269 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

my index finger is starting to cramp from all the scrolling down
Wapuche
  1. 3270 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

Alright, I have to go to the dentist. I'll be listening while I'm in the car, but I won't be back on the blog until partway through Lana's show. Since I might not see all of you here then, I want to you know that I love you. I love each and every person here, even those that I also hate. Have a good one.
alsace lorraine
  1. 3271 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

Whoooo Golden Dogs. I am still waiting to see these guysd
Chopz87
  1. 3272 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

@Flagpole - HOW DARE YOU DISS AGUACATES!!???
westcrunch
  1. 3273 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

#3252 Silvorgold: I've already quit. I just have to finish my last project which is a few weeks away from completion. So I quit...but I'm still working.
marie_curious
  1. 3274 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

@Vish: Thank YOU for all the tickets and LPs! I miss theBreakfast Club!
canadajanes
  1. 3275 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Ioweeda - That's probably comment #10,000
hgummo
  1. 3276 posted by

hgummo on Mar 27, 2015

@MikeV Hey there! Long time no (internet) see! or something.
Chopz87
  1. 3277 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

ONE GREAT CITY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
balls
  1. 3278 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

haha CanadaJanes That's so true though
flannel tom
  1. 3279 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

Canadajanes - Hahaha, Thunder Bay at least sounds like an amusement park ride!
loweeda
  1. 3280 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

Thunder Bay does sound like an amusement park! I love that!

Wapuche, I hope you also love your dentist. see you in awhile.

laurita.snow
  1. 3281 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Wapuche, I might just miss you, then! I'll only be here until partway through Lana's show! Have a good one, friend! Glad to reconnect with ya!
tb3
  1. 3282 posted by

tb3 on Mar 27, 2015

marie_curious I am here. Not for a long time though… On my lunch at work.
garjoh
  1. 3283 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

@Wapuche: What a coincidence! I have to go to the dentist in 20 minutes. Fucking sucks.

Love you all! Wish I would be here all theway, but I'll catch you again in Lanarama!!

alsace lorraine
  1. 3284 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@Wapuche. It was nice to chat again today!
Backwater Brewery
  1. 3285 posted by

Backwater Brewery on Mar 27, 2015

I have yet to have poutine
westcrunch
  1. 3286 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

@morgana and @no longer lurking

Shhhhhh...... "they" are listening

canadajanes
  1. 3287 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

thunder Thunder THUNDER BAY!!!!!
mj2k1
  1. 3288 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

I think everyone likes One Great City so much because everyone really hates winnipeg.

I'm sorry but it's true

MikeV
  1. 3289 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

@Vish Khanna Thank you for that time you did that thing and that other thing.
morgana
  1. 3290 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

@wapuche we are going through an extraction of sorts here to so the dentist won't be a big change … they just play crappy music.  i will be gone by the time you get back so, later!
Frankus
  1. 3291 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

Way to rise to an occasion. I write this and then see: 

GRANT!

You are doing an amazing Job today.

This show is an instant classic

Great MUSIC TOO!

Your head must be spinning!

Sless
  1. 3292 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

Blog is starting to crash. Display pictures are starting to not load.
flannel tom
  1. 3293 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

Nice GoldenDogs song, better than the first new single. Great band though. 
smalliebigs
  1. 3294 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

Dammit, a meetup needs to be set pronto! 


lounge_act
  1. 3295 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

@smalliebigs: See #1060 and #1068.
Funhog
  1. 3296 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

CMAC!
balls
  1. 3297 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

ALL HAIL THE MAYOR!
morgana
  1. 3298 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

the mayor is in the studio!!
loweeda
  1. 3299 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

I think there's water involved in the Thunder Bay amusement park ride. Like, it's a roller coaster that goes underwater sometimes, or something.
KristaMark
  1. 3300 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

VISH!!! you are still missed! 
iamRobSmith
  1. 3301 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

GET ER DONE CMAC!
tiffyleeson
  1. 3302 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

@CHRISTINE!!!!!!!!!!!!
cinnie23
  1. 3303 posted by

cinnie23 on Mar 27, 2015

@darbar - one of my best life memories was Patrick Watson at RFF that first year we all got together.

PS - I miss you. We need to get together for real!

No Longer Lurking
  1. 3304 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

CMAC!
erinev
  1. 3305 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

yesss!!!!! cmac!
Babs46
  1. 3306 posted by

Babs46 on Mar 27, 2015

@CDNz1 #3181/#3184 made me laugh out loud through my tears!!! 
kidcauley
  1. 3307 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

YAY CMAC!
mj2k1
  1. 3308 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

Hudson Mohawke (who is half of TNGHT with Lunice from Toronto and who also are sampled on Kanye's Yeezus) has a song called Thunder Bay.  I haven't been to Thunder Bay but it probably isn't as fun as the song is.
marie_curious
  1. 3309 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

Fuck yea!! CMac!!
canadajanes
  1. 3310 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Ioweeda - A log roll ride?
kirkofdoom
  1. 3311 posted by

kirkofdoom on Mar 27, 2015

Here's the video Christine was talking about, for those that have not yet seen it.
flannel tom
  1. 3312 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

Matty's quote to me, when I told him I was moving to Winnipeg: 

me: I'm moving to Winnipeg.

Matty: On purpose?

mj2k1
  1. 3313 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Christine. You sound pretty today
westcrunch
  1. 3314 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

YESSSSS DO IT, CMAC!


loweeda
  1. 3315 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

cinnie! And yes, that PW RFF show was amaaaaaaazing. I have very good memories of that, too.
smalliebigs
  1. 3316 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

@Loungeact: you're on it. 

The BLURST OF TIMES? You stupid monkey!

EricR
  1. 3317 posted by

EricR on Mar 27, 2015

Thank-you, Vish!  You were fantastic on Radio3; I appreciate everything you did for your fans in the early morning.  #BreakfastClubForever
morgana
  1. 3318 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

here come the tears from us all!!

you are the best christine:)

loweeda
  1. 3319 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

ya, canadajanes! something like that, right?

totally.

Sless
  1. 3320 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

CMAC snuck in!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 3321 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

KOD's contribution to the video is genius.  Pure bloody comic genius.
Loozrboy
  1. 3322 posted by

Loozrboy on Mar 27, 2015

@laurita.snow: ah yes, I've heard tales of the legendary poutine throne? #5000, perhaps? And now I'm hungry.
boders
  1. 3323 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

Tunder Bay - my hometown. Lounge_Act knows his jackets! Those Golden Dogs are pretty great.
Ballack13
  1. 3324 posted by

Ballack13 on Mar 27, 2015

Tim was at Whitehorse the other night.
garfielduk
  1. 3325 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

To be fair that is short for Lee
hotpatch
  1. 3326 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

Welcome Mayor!
laurita.snow
  1. 3327 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

CMAC YOU ARE THE BEST!!!
nvp
  1. 3328 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


on a conference call, one finger on my mute button, another on my speaker volume ..

EricR
  1. 3329 posted by

EricR on Mar 27, 2015

@KoD [#3311] -- thanks for the link, will have to save it to listen to later.  Not going to stop the stream for 19 minutes right now!
erinev
  1. 3330 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

can't wait to hear what grant thinks of the video!
Silvorgold
  1. 3331 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

I never did get to try those R3 Band Beers Grant. Hmph.
Shonica
  1. 3332 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Thank you CMac for you work with the video!
hotpatch
  1. 3333 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

CMAC YOU'RE AWESOME!
Cicero
  1. 3334 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

Holy Crap, I leave for a half hour and it's past 3000 comments!


neuromancer
  1. 3335 posted by

neuromancer on Mar 27, 2015

woo. Cons!


grant I totally would have done that video if I had known about it.

evensteven
  1. 3336 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

<3 CMAC!
loweeda
  1. 3337 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

There is nothing else like us!
DrSunshine
  1. 3338 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

@Christine YAY for the drop-in guest appearance. Nice one. Great gift.
flagpole music
  1. 3339 posted by

flagpole music on Mar 27, 2015

@MJ #3226 - hey pal.  it's ok.  I'm still in ok so no B&RK for me for awhile.  my fabulous years of mostly unemployment do not enable airfare. & they tend to not get this direction too much:(

but I still talk to Tommy lots. saw Whitehorse last night & EB coming in mid APril

smalliebigs
  1. 3340 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant: terribly sorry I could not send a video as part of CMAC's project thanking you and such. I am terribly busy being a cog in the corporate legal machine. Also, I didn't want people to get a closer look at me and lose my handsome blogger moniker (even if it's as inaccurate as the richest blogger one). 
kirkofdoom
  1. 3341 posted by

kirkofdoom on Mar 27, 2015

Grant, just pop Bay Of Pigs back in the system and give that a spin so you have time to watch the video.
astorrrmt
  1. 3342 posted by

astorrrmt on Mar 27, 2015

NORTHERN TOUCH!!!   that was pretty great to hear today.  
canadajanes
  1. 3343 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

The Link again, so you don't have to scroll up to Kirk's post.
KristaMark
  1. 3344 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015 @markgage CONSTANTINES!!!

lindsey.who
  1. 3345 posted by

lindsey.who on Mar 27, 2015

I'm so bad at secret keeping! I'm glad this is out! YAY video!!
StephRamsahai
  1. 3346 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

@XCANUCK - I LOVE YOUR PICTURE!!!!!!! I LOVE YOU!!!!!!! AND JDURLEY!!!!!!!! AND GRANT!!!!!!!!!
mj2k1
  1. 3347 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

SOON ENOUGH IS THE GREATEST SONG TO COME OUT OF CANADA FROM THE YEAR 2000 ON.

end of discussion.

Sless
  1. 3348 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

19! Minutes!!

MUTINY! GRANT! Break in to the studio on Monday and scream from the top of your lungs...

"HEEELLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"

slimykisses
  1. 3349 posted by

slimykisses on Mar 27, 2015

is this the set for crying?
darbarspecial
  1. 3350 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

I was too shy and inarticulate to send a clip in for the vid. :(
westcrunch
  1. 3351 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

Tears.....tears are coming.......they're on their way.....oh gawd.....
OpalJagger
  1. 3352 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

Years from now, they will post screenshots, of the blog today, full of memorable comments
markgage
  1. 3353 posted by

markgage on Mar 27, 2015

Love Constantines
deiru
  1. 3354 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

Ah I missed that, did Grant watch the video?
CDNz1
  1. 3355 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

CMAC!!!
laurita.snow
  1. 3356 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Westcrunch: from the resevoir...
Shonica
  1. 3357 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Not Yet!
Chopz87
  1. 3358 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

Years from now i will QUIT MY JOB!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
WildWorks
  1. 3359 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

What video? How come I was not notified about it? :(
PhilipST
  1. 3360 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Well done, @CMac!!
Sless
  1. 3361 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

@deiru

IT'S 19 MINUTES!!

No time to watch during the show!

evensteven
  1. 3362 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

K.O.D ... is there something wrong with the link or is it "web traffic" related?
reginula
  1. 3363 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

Watching the video. Oh my god. Oh my god. All the feelings.
boders
  1. 3364 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks for pulling that together Cmac. Pretty great to have the Cons here following that. Thanks folks. I love yous
EricR
  1. 3365 posted by

EricR on Mar 27, 2015

@Sless [#3348] - I think they need to record about 10-15 clips of Grant doing the "Ohhh Helllloo!" and, without any explanation, ever, play them every weekday at noon EST.  Just to honour the hosts and what the station has been since 2003.
loweeda
  1. 3366 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

darbar, I almost didn't do it either, so don't feel bad. I just did one take and sent it, so that I wouldn't have the chance to get freaked out about it. 


Vish Khanna
  1. 3367 posted by

Vish Khanna on Mar 27, 2015

@MikeV Thanks for noticing. 
justingrady
  1. 3368 posted by

justingrady on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant will you be yelling do the Heeellooo!!! on the monthly podcast?  Not the same as live, but still.
Shonica
  1. 3369 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

I NEED TO GOT TO THE CONS SHOW AT MASSEY!!!!!!!
canadajanes
  1. 3370 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Fuck Ya Christine!
garfielduk
  1. 3371 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Smallie #3340, Having met you I think you are the best looking (male) blogger.
KristaMark
  1. 3372 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

@markgage   Constantines!!! 
burgessjackie
  1. 3373 posted by

burgessjackie on Mar 27, 2015

Oh no! It's lunch time! I don't want to step away from the computer but I've got to tend to some landlord type things!
canadajanes
  1. 3374 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Smallie's pretty attractive. I can vouch for that.
iamRobSmith
  1. 3375 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

THIS WILL BE MONDAYS INTRO 
balls
  1. 3376 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

@loweeda I did the same thing. I can't stand videos of myself. 
carlyg
  1. 3377 posted by

carlyg on Mar 27, 2015

I missed it... what happened?
evensteven
  1. 3378 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

The blog ate my comment!
smalliebigs
  1. 3379 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

@Garf: very kind of you, but you were just drunk on hospitality (and the oxygen I pump into my house like a Vegas casino). 
JonDixon
  1. 3380 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

Somebody summarize the past half hour for me?!
Cicero
  1. 3381 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

yeah!!
MikeV
  1. 3382 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

@Vish I got a notebook entitles "Things Vish Does"


You can buy it off me for the right price.

westcrunch
  1. 3383 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

@KOD Your FACE! You win the video!
kidcauley
  1. 3384 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

where is Ben Wedge?!
morgana
  1. 3385 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

i just about spilled tea all over my key board because i was wiping tears away … i did not expect this of me.  you guys are the best.


loweeda
  1. 3386 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

balls: I should have been drinking in mine. You had the right idea :)
iamRobSmith
  1. 3387 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

OSO NEGRO IS GOOD COFFEE AND THIS MAN IS HIGH
mj2k1
  1. 3388 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

Constantines brought me here.  I had already seen them like a dozen times at that point but man are they good.  

I remember once finding a shine a light EP in a used CD store in Edmonton and losing my shit that someone would actually sell such an obvious historical artifact. They're that good.

KristaMark
  1. 3389 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

@IamRobsmith    HAHA!  #3375
balls
  1. 3390 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

Liquid courage. Although, I had none before hand... 
reginula
  1. 3391 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

OMG, Kirk, I can't. 
loweeda
  1. 3392 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

Constantines are so good. I think you have to see them live to really get that.
morgana
  1. 3393 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

home town hype, first time i heard this one.  and again, NELSON, THE CENTRE OF THE UNIVERSE.  john is the best, too true.
Babs46
  1. 3394 posted by

Babs46 on Mar 27, 2015

@CMac  thanks Mayor Christine for all you have done to support, invigorate and help bring and keep this community together. <3 <3 <3
laurita.snow
  1. 3395 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ KC: I KNOW RIGHT???

He gave me so many good tips about what to do in PEI when I went!

fresh ginger
  1. 3396 posted by

fresh ginger on Mar 27, 2015

I guess the player not updating is a symptom of the blog-hurricane?
deiru
  1. 3397 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

jesss 19 minutes.....
OpalJagger
  1. 3398 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

Oh God. One of the top two or three emotional NP songs, along with "Challengers"...
evensteven
  1. 3399 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

Anyone else getting "500 internal server error" message when they click on the CMAC video link
reginula
  1. 3400 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

OF COURSE, play the damn teary song when I'm already losing my mind.

(Thank you!)

garfielduk
  1. 3401 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Smallie #3379, To be fair I only looked at you when your sister wasn't in the room and there was nothing on the TV
astorrrmt
  1. 3402 posted by

astorrrmt on Mar 27, 2015

I can honestly say The Constantines are one of my least favourite live acts.. do I have a sickness? .. sorry blog. 
darbarspecial
  1. 3403 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

@loweeda - I should have just done it. Oh well, I will enjoy watching it.
burgessjackie
  1. 3404 posted by

burgessjackie on Mar 27, 2015

@garfielduk I Facebook messaged you about recording the show ! :)
KristaMark
  1. 3405 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

@KIRK    Seriously was crying from laughing so hard!  
BWill
  1. 3406 posted by

BWill on Mar 27, 2015

@IamRobsmith (3375) Well played sir. Sorry I couldn't add to the video. Crazy times abound (but in a good way)
pjrocksmb
  1. 3407 posted by

pjrocksmb on Mar 27, 2015

These sounds bites suck, there I said it.

I like music and I like good hosts.

Sound bites not so much.

zammachus
  1. 3408 posted by

zammachus on Mar 27, 2015

This is the BEST New Pornos album (Twin Cinema)
Frankus
  1. 3409 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

NP: "BOOM BOOM"
mj2k1
  1. 3410 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

GRANT CAN YOU SING ME SOME SPANISH TECHNO.

NOT THE SONG.

I ACTUALLY WANT YOU TO SING SPANISH TECHNO

loweeda
  1. 3411 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

Kirk of Doom really adds the right note of levity in that video. otherwise it would been just all too heavy, all the time, just because of what we were saying.
cathyort
  1. 3412 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

Cue weeping ver2
tiffyleeson
  1. 3413 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

LOVE THE NEW PORNOGRAPHERS!!!  @Grant - I knew you would pick this one!!


(I gave him a list to choose from)

garfielduk
  1. 3414 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@JD #3380, Shit happened, people cried
flannel tom
  1. 3415 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

I just transcribed that last bit with the guy talking about his fave hometown coffee shop into how a rural saskatchewanian would say it (if you read it with the right lilt).

"Boys, you've got to ethically source your beans. If you wanna have a good coffee, you've got to locally roast the beans. Boys. I mean fuck."

Ballack13
  1. 3416 posted by

Ballack13 on Mar 27, 2015

I think next year my job will quit me.
CDNz1
  1. 3417 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

I'll second #3410.
loweeda
  1. 3418 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

fresh ginger: it's snowing like crazy here right now (again). I just wanted you to know that ;)
westcrunch
  1. 3419 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

Agreed @loweeda #3411 hahahahah!
laurita.snow
  1. 3420 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

I hope my job doesn't quit me after all of the ignoring everyone today and helping customers to the bare minimum what with all of my blogging/listening.
mj2k1
  1. 3421 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

Twin Cinema has to be in the top 10 Canadian albums of the 2000's right? If not in the top 2
westcrunch
  1. 3422 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

Babs nearly loses it...
DrSunshine
  1. 3423 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

@Morgana For the record THIS Dentist does not play sucky music. Today's playlist was a Genius mix beginning with Jill Barber and followed by a lot of R3 crooners. (but here's wishing a good visit to you just the same).
loweeda
  1. 3424 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

oh man, The New Pornos. 

SEe you all at Yonge and Dundas for their set at NXNE, right? front and centre.

laurita.snow
  1. 3425 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

I HATE THAT IT'S SNOWING HERE. Thankfully it's supposed to warm up for the rest of next week (I think)
canadajanes
  1. 3426 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Want to watch the video and listen to the show! Gah!
reginula
  1. 3427 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@laurita If they do, I'll hunt the, down! (to say nice things about  you)
alsace lorraine
  1. 3428 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

This song is one of my top 5 favourite songs ever. This end part gets me every time
jenna-arcade
  1. 3429 posted by

jenna-arcade on Mar 27, 2015

whoa.
darbarspecial
  1. 3430 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

R3 has been a big part of me trying to break out of my cocoon and after I told Grant a bit about that he called me Madame Butterfly (I have proof in my signed copy of Adventures in Solitude). I apparently have more of cocoon to shed, but still working on it.
Sless
  1. 3431 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

I am going to miss the WOOOOOs
(
mj2k1
  1. 3432 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

pro tip for those watching the video: grant's playlist makes for a great soundtrack
reginula
  1. 3433 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@Loweda FRONT AND CENTER FOR THE NEW PORNOS OH YESSSS. Maybe we should move the picnic there.....
balls
  1. 3434 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

BYE for real! I'm going to miss those "WOOOO's" in the middle of songs so damn much!
evensteven
  1. 3435 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

#3420 + me too.

We've been busy at FUNNYBOOKS today too.

loweeda
  1. 3436 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

I missed GRant's longest-ever WOOOOOO because i was watching the video, but it was a sacrifice I was willing to make.
laurita.snow
  1. 3437 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ CJ: I KNOW RIGHT??? THE STRUGGLE IS REAL!

But I think I'd rather watch the video in private, at home, with a beer to toast with.

rebecca1234
  1. 3438 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

will always have that pic of grant in the cbc sweater in 30 degree weather stuck in my head, the day he said hello to me and i got star struck
loweeda
  1. 3439 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

YES BALLS IN 3434! I was JUST thinking that
No Longer Lurking
  1. 3440 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@loweeda - you better believe it!
Silvorgold
  1. 3441 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

@laurita.snow you want to quit your job your today, yknow you want to! ;)
canadajanes
  1. 3442 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Darbar - I'm sad we didn't get to meet up on the road trip! Some time soon I hope!
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 3443 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

yay, HILOTRONS Science Fiction Music! Not Animal-Master!
cathyort
  1. 3444 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

Hilotrons! YES.
mj2k1
  1. 3445 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@darbar: you just need about 2 or 3 beers and there's no cocoon.  shine on you crazy butterfly
smalliebigs
  1. 3446 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

@Loweeda: I wasn't really thinking of NXNE until I saw the NPs were playing. We'll see where things are at with work...and Osheaga. Can't do both. 
PhilipST
  1. 3447 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#3399 @Evensteven, I am also not able to access it now, though I could earlier. Link broke somehow.
kidcauley
  1. 3448 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

Ottawa!!!
124th Street Beat
  1. 3449 posted by

124th Street Beat on Mar 27, 2015

BYE GRANT!!!

I have to leave until the end of the show, but I am really happy that I caught these last two songs- This Hilotrons was one of my first additions to my playlist!

All the best! And thanks for all the great shows

marie_curious
  1. 3450 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

It turns out I can't listen to the show, chat on the blog and also watch the video atthe same time :(
rebecca1234
  1. 3451 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

right!


PhilipST
  1. 3452 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#3430 You're doing great, @darbar. I don't know any women who drum like you. 
Chopz87
  1. 3453 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

less than an hour left
loweeda
  1. 3454 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

well, smallie, please also consider the number of R3ers who will be at both events, including the ones you haven't met yet *cough*me*cough* 
laurita.snow
  1. 3455 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ KC: I know!!! I'm so proud of the Hilotrons!
OpalJagger
  1. 3456 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

@zammachus and @mj2k1, definitely their best album, and I'd put it in the top 10 (fourth? fifth?) of best Canadian albums in the last 15 years
KristiArbo
  1. 3457 posted by

KristiArbo on Mar 27, 2015

Oh man!!! I missed Christine and Grant's longest woooo! Is the stream available to listen to on the site later on somewhere?

Ugh, I'm so torn between staying on here OR working on my grad school work...!!!

loweeda
  1. 3458 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

(except I won't be at Osheaga, just NXNE. that wasn't really clear)
darbarspecial
  1. 3459 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

@canadajanes #3442 - I was very sad about missing you and still am. I hope one day we change that.
calculust
  1. 3460 posted by

calculust on Mar 27, 2015

Hey gang, I only have the quickest of lunch breaks today, but I thought I should stop in to say hi.


I just wanted Grant and Lana and the other past hosts to know how much Radio 3 has influenced my life. Without it, I wouldn't have most of the friends I have today, I probably wouldn't have travelled to Toronto (and realized I like the big city us west coasters make fun of), I wouldn't be able to say that I got to cohost a national podcast one time, I wouldn't have gone to 95% of the concerts I've gone to in my life (that's on the magnitude of hundreds of concerts), and without that I probably would have never joined the band I'm in now or gotten into concert photography. All this because of the community that Radio 3 built and without the on air hosts and live shows I firmly believe a place like this would have never been created. Thanks you guys. Even though I don't get much of a chance to join in for the live shows much anymore, I'm gonna miss you.


-Dr. Calculust


luckymaloo
  1. 3461 posted by

luckymaloo on Mar 27, 2015

the video is amazing! kirkofdoom omfg the.best.
smalliebigs
  1. 3462 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

@Locoweed: ah yes, I now recall that fate intervened and I was robbed of the pleasure of your company (IN PERSON) at NXNE! We'll right that wrong one day. 
rebecca1234
  1. 3463 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

i find blogging stops when grant comes on, i even soosh the dogs
Chopz87
  1. 3464 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

Grant, did you say quit? Like as in QUIT MY JOB?
erinev
  1. 3465 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

HOTTAWA
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 3466 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

<3 Dr. Michelle.
iamRobSmith
  1. 3467 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

WHAT!
Silvorgold
  1. 3468 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

CRAIGY!!!!!!!
Old Abe
  1. 3469 posted by

Old Abe on Mar 27, 2015

CRAIG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
slackhopper
  1. 3470 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

YES!!
suckamc
  1. 3471 posted by

suckamc on Mar 27, 2015

holy crap Craig!
kidcauley
  1. 3472 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

OMG CRAIG NORRIS!!!!!!!!!
alsace lorraine
  1. 3473 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

CRAIG IS BACK!!
loweeda
  1. 3474 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

DR. Calculust!

(congrats again, btw)

erinev
  1. 3475 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

CRAIG!!!!!!!!!!!! YAY
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 3476 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

CRAIG NORRIS!!!
KristaMark
  1. 3477 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

CRAIG NORRIS!!! Love and MIss ya dude! 
No Longer Lurking
  1. 3478 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

CRAIG!
canadajanes
  1. 3479 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

I've missed that voice so much!
EricR
  1. 3480 posted by

EricR on Mar 27, 2015

CRAIGER!
TheIceman
  1. 3481 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

Hahaha Craigory you always crack me up!!!
WildWorks
  1. 3482 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Yeah, Craiger
Shonica
  1. 3483 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

CRAIG NORRIS!!!!!!
Sless
  1. 3484 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

CRAIG!!!

HOLY SHIT!!

flannel tom
  1. 3485 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

Craig Norris!!!!!!!
marie_curious
  1. 3486 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

Oh my God Kirk you're killing it in that video!
DrSunshine
  1. 3487 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

CRAIG!!!!!!!!! So fan-frigen-tastic.  Miss you!!!
flagpole music
  1. 3488 posted by

flagpole music on Mar 27, 2015

SKYNARD!!!!  #noonetellneilyoung
HungarianG
  1. 3489 posted by

HungarianG on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant: OTTAWA WILL MISS YOU GRANT!
Babs46
  1. 3490 posted by

Babs46 on Mar 27, 2015

YESSSSSSSSSSS
laurita.snow
  1. 3491 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

OMG CRAIG NORRIS!!
darbarspecial
  1. 3492 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

@matty - Awww you made me tear up. I can always count on you to put a beer in my hand. Ha! I owe you a few now. Thanks bud. :)
Switters
  1. 3493 posted by

Switters on Mar 27, 2015

CRAIG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Chopz87
  1. 3494 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

It's not really WENZDAY but WOOO Craig!
slackhopper
  1. 3495 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

Legendary is FOR SURE!
canadajanes
  1. 3496 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Being one of the Listener Co-Hosts was such a great moment.
marie_curious
  1. 3497 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

Craig!!! Sing Wenzdee!!!!
slackhopper
  1. 3498 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

I miss that voice!
alsace lorraine
  1. 3499 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

I really miss listening to Craig, and Pedro
loweeda
  1. 3500 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

ha, I'm listening on iTunes, which is a fraction of a second behind the blog, so I knew Craig was coming before I could hear him. Weird but also kind of neat.
PhilipST
  1. 3501 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Craig, a great host. 
Silvorgold
  1. 3502 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

I MISS YOU CRAIG NORRIS!
slackhopper
  1. 3503 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

Yes!
KristiArbo
  1. 3504 posted by

KristiArbo on Mar 27, 2015

Craig Norris!!!!!

I remember my sister and I doing the Listener Co-Host Initiative with him!!! He was such a goofball.

hotpatch
  1. 3505 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

Sir Craigory Norris!!
EricR
  1. 3506 posted by

EricR on Mar 27, 2015

LET FREEDOM SPIN!
MikeV
  1. 3507 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

It's Craig!


He's my favourite grocer of all time. I don't even know if he was a grocer?

Babs46
  1. 3508 posted by

Babs46 on Mar 27, 2015

Dick, Dick, Dick
rebecca1234
  1. 3509 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

hello craig tribe called red
loweeda
  1. 3510 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

Oh yes, please sing the Wenzdee Song!
TheIceman
  1. 3511 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

I met Craig doing a Sirius remote at the Harbourfront Skating Rink.

Remember that Craig?

justingrady
  1. 3512 posted by

justingrady on Mar 27, 2015

So happy to hear Craig! Still have some of his old podcasts....
PhilipST
  1. 3513 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Hey, is #3500 a Throne?? 
nvp
  1. 3514 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


my kingdom for a slide whistle!

Chopz87
  1. 3515 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

Where is Pedro?
Backwater Brewery
  1. 3516 posted by

Backwater Brewery on Mar 27, 2015

yes, we need a its Wezday
WildWorks
  1. 3517 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Still find it funny that I used Craig's head over Pedro's in my photo for the Listener Co-Host. :)
canadajanes
  1. 3518 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Wenzdee song would be great.
slackhopper
  1. 3519 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

Caribou!
pjrocksmb
  1. 3520 posted by

pjrocksmb on Mar 27, 2015

Grant#1

Craig #2







others are somewhere down here

morgana
  1. 3521 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

oh the voices, oh the memories!  this is epic.  i wish i was in vancouver for the wrap party tonight!!
darbarspecial
  1. 3522 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

@Philip #3452 - Thanks for your kind words. :)
Funhog
  1. 3523 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Craig!
darbarspecial
  1. 3524 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

I LOVE YOU CRAIG!
mj2k1
  1. 3525 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

A Tribe Called Craig
canadajanes
  1. 3526 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Also, have such great memories of eating our weight in bbq'd meet in Austin at SXSW with Craig, Tim, Doug and the rest.
alsace lorraine
  1. 3527 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

Craig had better close off with a rendition of the Wenzdee song
pjrocksmb
  1. 3528 posted by

pjrocksmb on Mar 27, 2015

@3518, remember when I was anti wenzdee :O
TheRadioHead
  1. 3529 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

Pedro isn't with CBC anymore.
Sless
  1. 3530 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

I miss hearing Craig's voice.

This has been such an amazing day!

mj2k1
  1. 3531 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@pj: that's not really accurate because Lisa C is probably your musical soulmate
morgana
  1. 3532 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

did i miss the human serviette?  grand finale later maybe ...
vanginney
  1. 3533 posted by

vanginney on Mar 27, 2015

i will miss the 'live' aspect - sad sad sad...
darbarspecial
  1. 3534 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

So glad I got to meet you Craig.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 3535 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Pedro - *The* best dressed person I have ever seen.  That man is style personified.
marie_curious
  1. 3536 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

I could have met Craig once but he was eating a sub so I didn't want to bother him.
centropomus
  1. 3537 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

I'm back briefly. Has Grant played King of the Forest yet????
TheIceman
  1. 3538 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

I still hear Pedro sometimes as a consultant or something on Radio One when they do bits on dressing sharp.
flagpole music
  1. 3539 posted by

flagpole music on Mar 27, 2015

I'm now remembering meeting Craig & Stevie!!!   Kramdens gig at Guelph rib fest.  horrible storm rolled in & we had to take cover under the stage.  but got to chat after. very cool
canadajanes
  1. 3540 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Craig!!!!!! HAHAHAHA
WildWorks
  1. 3541 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Sad day for the Ceeb, R3 ends with the live shows and CBC Radio legend, Bernie McNamee retires today.
darbarspecial
  1. 3542 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

HAHA! I MISS YOU CRAIG!
Silvorgold
  1. 3543 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

"I wasn't high.. I was drunk!"
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 3544 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

hahahaha "just kidding i wasn't high i was drunk"
Funhog
  1. 3545 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

Oh man I miss your humor Grant!
calculust
  1. 3546 posted by

calculust on Mar 27, 2015

True story: I met Craig Norris in the back alley behind the Horseshoe Tavern.
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 3547 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

#3537, centro,  no
zammachus
  1. 3548 posted by

zammachus on Mar 27, 2015

Craig was coming down off his high from the fumes of the Wednesday Weld!
erinev
  1. 3549 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

Craig "i'm just kidding, i wasn't high i was just drunk"
Babs46
  1. 3550 posted by

Babs46 on Mar 27, 2015

The Craig and Vish interaction during host breaks at Polaris is some of the funniest shit ever.
Sless
  1. 3551 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

THANK YOU CRAIG!
Chopz87
  1. 3552 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

Craig Norris & Craig Ferguson, the 2 best Craigs.
Funhog
  1. 3553 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

oh whoops I meant to say Craig....
centropomus
  1. 3554 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Damn, I miss Craig and Lisa and Vish.
mcfflyer
  1. 3555 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Grant was the Showman.  Craig was the Comedian.  The best.
hotpatch
  1. 3556 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

Criag, drinkin the Ham Sandwich whisky on air?
phalanges
  1. 3557 posted by

phalanges on Mar 27, 2015

woo, KW! love and miss that place!
Switters
  1. 3558 posted by

Switters on Mar 27, 2015

@calculust That's where I met him too haha
darbarspecial
  1. 3559 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

WOOOOOOOOOHOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!
slackhopper
  1. 3560 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

Immaculate Machine! Nice!
marie_curious
  1. 3561 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

FUDGING JARHAAAAAAAAND!!!!
canadajanes
  1. 3562 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Calculust! Welcome back!
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 3563 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

IMMACULATE MACHINE!!!!!!! it's been a while.
zammachus
  1. 3564 posted by

zammachus on Mar 27, 2015

IMMACULATE MACHINE!!!!!!!!

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Funhog
  1. 3565 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

YES!
BWill
  1. 3566 posted by

BWill on Mar 27, 2015

Well said Craig. OOOHHH THE FEELS
loweeda
  1. 3567 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

oh ya, Jarhand! Great song
flannel tom
  1. 3568 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

I feel like the only thing to say is:

Party On, Craig. And Party On, Grant.

Grant's World Grant's World Grant's World wowowowowowoowooowoooooooooo!!!!!

MPCurley
  1. 3569 posted by

MPCurley on Mar 27, 2015

Oh man, I just remembered the Wenzdee song!  Man, that takes me back...
canadajanes
  1. 3570 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

YESS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Immaculate Machine is one of my all time favourites, thanks to Radio3!
darbarspecial
  1. 3571 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

@calculust #3546 - And I was with you! :D
KristaMark
  1. 3572 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

Craig is even better in person!  Such a stand up guy!


I can say the exact same thing about Grant!

mj2k1
  1. 3573 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

The first time I ever had Cora's breakfast was with Craig.  Thank you for introducing me to Cora's, Craig.  And for the music too.  But mostly the fruit salad.
TheIceman
  1. 3574 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

Okay comment eaten, maybe the blog is starting to die, I hope not.
Craig Norris
  1. 3575 posted by

Craig Norris on Mar 27, 2015

Hello everyone!

SO many comments! I can't answer them all!

As Grant said, R3 will continue...in a different form. It is a drag, yes. But it's been an helluva hosted ride. You all made it so fun.

flannel tom
  1. 3576 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

Where's StevieRayK today? I'm a poet and don't even know it. 
dawn.h
  1. 3577 posted by

dawn.h on Mar 27, 2015

that's the Craig we all love.. 
garfielduk
  1. 3578 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

THE CRAIGER!
centropomus
  1. 3579 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

King of the Forest on Youtube.....wooooooo!
Grant Lawrence
  1. 3580 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

PSTNYC IS IN THE EMERALD THRONE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (comment #3500) what do you want to hear?!?!?
Chopz87
  1. 3581 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

@Flannel Tom - and then we Schwing at Lana
WildWorks
  1. 3582 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Feels like a blast from the past hearing Jarhand by Immaculate Machine. I still remember the Mandarin version. :)
Sless
  1. 3583 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

Thank you Craig!

Thank you so much!

You left some big shoes to fill.

TheIceman
  1. 3584 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

GOOD TIMES GOOD TIMES SO MANY GOOD TIMES.
loweeda
  1. 3585 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

I saw stevierayk post the word "Guitars" about a million comments ago.
StephRamsahai
  1. 3586 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015 JESUS CHRIST! I MISSED CRAIG!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!

dawn.h
  1. 3587 posted by

dawn.h on Mar 27, 2015

Garf (or anyone)

Are you recording like the other day?


Silvorgold
  1. 3588 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

CRAAAAAAAAAAAAIG NOOOOOOOORRIS!
flannel tom
  1. 3589 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

A favourite show from the memory vault:

Golden Dogs at the MoHo in Peterborough. They indeed put on a live rock show clinic.

loweeda
  1. 3590 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

Steph, he said "where the hell is that Steph Ramsahai?" and then he flipped a table.
Grant Lawrence
  1. 3591 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

@StephRam aka my little trinidadian flower YOU DID!
Chopz87
  1. 3592 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

CAMILOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
calculust
  1. 3593 posted by

calculust on Mar 27, 2015

Oh sure, play my favourite defunct band from Victoria. That's it, I'm outta here. (Really though, lunch break is over.) I hope to be back to catch the last bit of Lana's show and hear her cry on the air. :)
TheIceman
  1. 3594 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

CRANKED
boders
  1. 3595 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

StevieRayK's around. He's curing hams or something. And digging the guitars.

magic

flannel tom
  1. 3596 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

@chopz - DOWN BOY!!!!!!
tiffyleeson
  1. 3597 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

@Craig Norris  - MISS YOU !!!!
MikeV
  1. 3598 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

Fun Fact: The tickle trunk is still filled with Craig's empties from his R3 days.
PhilipST
  1. 3599 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Grant, I know you have your hands full but wanted to ask if #3500 is a prize-garnering Throne. I got it above. If it is, and you can do play something amid everything else, please play any Cuff the Duke, if there's some in the system. Thanks either way. 
alsace lorraine
  1. 3600 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant. You've been really hitting it out of the park with the music today!
rebecca1234
  1. 3601 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

playlist is amazing!

i might lose weight dancing

canadajanes
  1. 3602 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

I've loved seeing all the artist/musicians on twitter talking about Radio3 today. Really is a good reminder that it's not just us fans who have come to rely and love this community.
loweeda
  1. 3603 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

ahh, Down Boy makes me think that I forgot to play the Grant Lawrence Drinking Game!

Oh, and also I'm at work. there is that.

mj2k1
  1. 3604 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

Man, the last time I saw Camilo live I realized I'm about 12 years too old to still be liking this band.  I was 27 at the time.


boders
  1. 3605 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

@dawn - Garf's recording. I've got a backup running. 

Cameron Bode on facebook if we ain't pals already and folks want it.

tiffyleeson
  1. 3606 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

SAID THE WHALE!!!!!!!  WOOOO!!!!!!
ryanmaksymic
  1. 3607 posted by

ryanmaksymic on Mar 27, 2015

I think Said The Whale are the quintessential Canadian indie band.

QUINTESSENTIAL, I say!

Sless
  1. 3608 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

Man! @Loozrboy said it best! #2781

"[I can't wait to] tell my future children I posted in what will surely go down in history as Radio 3's longest comment thread ever. I can practically see the awe and admiration written all over their faces already."

flannel tom
  1. 3609 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

Hitting it out of the park, indeed.....

CHICKS DIG THE LONG BALL!

canadajanes
  1. 3610 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

When I met Craig at CBC he had a great story about mocking Jian Ghomeshi. I just remembered that...
Frankus
  1. 3611 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

Garf has it covered. He has it double-covered. 
No Longer Lurking
  1. 3612 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@canadajanes #3602 - Hear, hear.  The love just keeps pouring in.
Kirk Avery
  1. 3613 posted by

Kirk Avery on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks centropomus #3579 - I finally know this song, but I bet YouTube is the only place we'll hear it today. Colourful language! Plus I don't think Grant would toot his own horn that much…or would he?
boders
  1. 3614 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

@ GRANT - PhilipST says Cuff The Duke
tagish156
  1. 3615 posted by

tagish156 on Mar 27, 2015

Yesssss! 
smalliebigs
  1. 3616 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

How about some Moxy Fruvous? 

No...? Bueller?

radio_attractive
  1. 3617 posted by

radio_attractive on Mar 27, 2015

goin' miss the mid_PM primordial screams
TheRadioHead
  1. 3618 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

I have a rock in the pit of my stomach.
Chopz87
  1. 3619 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

GRACIAS GRANT!!!!!!!!!!!
kidcauley
  1. 3620 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

BEER O'CLOCK!
MSteve
  1. 3621 posted by

MSteve on Mar 27, 2015

BEER OCLOCK!!!!!!
carrieg
  1. 3622 posted by

carrieg on Mar 27, 2015 Christine, that video was so awesome!

loweeda
  1. 3623 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

canadajanes: Craig always was ahead of his time.
flannel tom
  1. 3624 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

Oh buddy, crack a coldie it's time for BEER O CLOCK~!!!!!!!
flagpole music
  1. 3625 posted by

flagpole music on Mar 27, 2015

this isnt my fav song (Camilo) but it would be a weird last day without it.

i jsut requested to Lana but someone let me know if I missed "Weighty Ghost" already. that's an early memory for me of just falling in love with a tune & discovering a band


alsace lorraine
  1. 3626 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

Beer O' CLOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOCCCCCCCCCCCKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKK!!
MSteve
  1. 3627 posted by

MSteve on Mar 27, 2015

!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Funhog
  1. 3628 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

YESSSS BEER OCLOCK!
garfielduk
  1. 3629 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@dawn.h, Message me on the book of faces
No Longer Lurking
  1. 3630 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@canadajanes - Damn boy, you said his name out loud.
morgana
  1. 3631 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

BEER O CLOCK!!
PhilipST
  1. 3632 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Beer O'Clock!!
deiru
  1. 3633 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

WOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! BEER O'CLOCK!!!!!!!!!!!!
TheRadioHead
  1. 3634 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

OMG!!!  Thank you, thank you, thank you.
erinev
  1. 3635 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

SOFA KING GOOD
Silvorgold
  1. 3636 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

beeeeeeer
societyfinch
  1. 3637 posted by

societyfinch on Mar 27, 2015

I can't even.
darbarspecial
  1. 3638 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

BEER O'CLOCK WOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!
canadajanes
  1. 3639 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

FUCK YA BEER O'CLOCK!!! WASN'T GOING TO DRINK TODAY BUT HERE IT IS SO I'M DOING IT! ALSO ALL CAPS!
DrSunshine
  1. 3640 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

#BEEROCLOCK!!!!!! AWESOME
McS
  1. 3641 posted by

McS on Mar 27, 2015

Whooooooooo! Beer O'clock!!!
Sless
  1. 3642 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

BEER O'CLOCK!!
deiru
  1. 3643 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

WHO HA WHO HA
MikeV
  1. 3644 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

@TheRadioHead Well don't eat rocks! What the hell is wrong with you?
himymothra
  1. 3645 posted by

himymothra on Mar 27, 2015

HOLY YES!!
Frankus
  1. 3646 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

Ooops! I Beer O'Clocked a couple of hours ago.
KristaMark
  1. 3647 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

WOO!! Beer o Clock!  

I've cracked a cold one!

centropomus
  1. 3648 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Beeeerrr o'clockkkkk!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
MPCurley
  1. 3649 posted by

MPCurley on Mar 27, 2015

Oh man, I want a beer!
loweeda
  1. 3650 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

aw, no beers for me here at the library, but I can pretend.

and catch up during Lana's show instead.

tiffyleeson
  1. 3651 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

WOW  Total Throwback!!!  BEER OCLOCK!!
MikeV
  1. 3652 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

BEEER O'CLOCK!
gcranston
  1. 3653 posted by

gcranston on Mar 27, 2015

Holy crap I need a beer. This is too much!
flannel tom
  1. 3654 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

Kirk hit it outta the park with that intro
himymothra
  1. 3655 posted by

himymothra on Mar 27, 2015

i sure hope a little bit of priestess gets played in this penultimate beer o clock
Cicero
  1. 3656 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

Yeahhh! Beer o'clock!
westcrunch
  1. 3657 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

MMMMMM BEER


morgana
  1. 3658 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

forget about bouncing in our chairs … everyone up and shake it i say:)

one more time for beer o clock!!

iamRobSmith
  1. 3659 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

YEP, GONNA HAVE TO GET A PINT!
TheRadioHead
  1. 3660 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

I'm pouring a whiskey.
tagish156
  1. 3661 posted by

tagish156 on Mar 27, 2015

Beer o'clock while delivering beer is one of my favourite things 
Grant Lawrence
  1. 3662 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

IT'S BEER OCLOCK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
cathyort
  1. 3663 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

Russ's lappy just passed out.

WTF?

hotpatch
  1. 3664 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

beeeeeeeeeeeeeeerrrrrrrrrrrrr oclockkkkkkkk!!!       

time to see what's in the office mini fridge

flannel tom
  1. 3665 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

mothra - YESSS



PLAY SOME PRIESTESS!!!!!!!!!!! pretty please!!!

Silvorgold
  1. 3666 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

@PAT Just learn to love beer already!
canadajanes
  1. 3667 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

BEER O'CLOCK ENDED BEFORE I WORKED SOMEWHERE WITH A BEER FRIDGE AND A FRIDAY TRADITION OF DRINKING AT OUR DESKS.


THANKS FOR ONE LAST ONE GRANT!

Silvorgold
  1. 3668 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

@tagish BOTTLE ROCKET!
fresh ginger
  1. 3669 posted by

fresh ginger on Mar 27, 2015

I think Grant arm wrestled the system and WON today.


WHHHHHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

gcranston
  1. 3670 posted by

gcranston on Mar 27, 2015

@himymothra: This is the ultimate beer o'clock. The penultimate one was whenever he last did it.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 3671 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@TRH - Cheers (it is International Whisky Day after all).
cathyort
  1. 3672 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

Russ is grabbing a beer(s).
dawn.h
  1. 3673 posted by

dawn.h on Mar 27, 2015

fun fact

there was a Camillo barber shop in Toronto (Dupont and Davenport). but it changed hands and is called Black and White Barber now. and is infinitely less R3.

PhilipST
  1. 3674 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#3580 Grant, want to make this easy as possible for you. Any Cuff the Duke you have in the system would be great. If that's not available, please play any Matt Mays, or some Wheat Pool if you have any. 
Chopz87
  1. 3675 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

ROOT BEER O' CLOCK!!!!!!!!!!!!!
zammachus
  1. 3676 posted by

zammachus on Mar 27, 2015

Now I reeeeally wish I had some beer.
Babs46
  1. 3677 posted by

Babs46 on Mar 27, 2015

#3618 +1
TheIceman
  1. 3678 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant - No Lauren Burrows HIP HOP set?
erinev
  1. 3679 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

there's no beer in my apartment.. but there is whiskey
Michael
  1. 3680 posted by

Michael on Mar 27, 2015

Whew, back just in time for the feztones!
darbarspecial
  1. 3681 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

No beer but I cracked a cider.
dawn.h
  1. 3682 posted by

dawn.h on Mar 27, 2015

@garf boders

I was asking for a friend. I'll let Teeter know.

(I'm listening.. but not always blogging)

Sless
  1. 3683 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

@fresh ginger

Something tells me he's playing today from his iphone...

loweeda
  1. 3684 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

it's International Whiskey Day? Well then I think the beer is just going to be a chaser when i get home.
Shonica
  1. 3685 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

I don't drink, but I love BEER O'Clock!
Funhog
  1. 3686 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

Chug it!
centropomus
  1. 3687 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Fuck the System!
xcanuck
  1. 3688 posted by

xcanuck on Mar 27, 2015

@steph - You and Jen are the best things about that picture!! I had so much fun that night. Who knew Grant and I had so much in common (like circum....oh, never mind).
TheRadioHead
  1. 3689 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

I guess I better say it for the last time.


No one strings together a set of songs like you do, GL.

mcfflyer
  1. 3690 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Okay.  You win.  I'll put down the coffee...AND GO GRAB A BEER OUT OF THE COOLER!!  WHOOOOOOOOO!
himymothra
  1. 3691 posted by

himymothra on Mar 27, 2015

@gcranston you are wholly correct, the ULTIMATE BEER O CLOCK
smalliebigs
  1. 3692 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

@TRH: pour me a double! 
Silvorgold
  1. 3693 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

@darbar for some reason I bought a can of Molson Cider the other day, still haven't cracked it. Probably going to review it for the Brandon Sun, or I'll just drink it. Who knows.
BWill
  1. 3694 posted by

BWill on Mar 27, 2015

Now I want a beer! GREAT!
laurita.snow
  1. 3695 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

Man, I WISH I could have beer O'clock! I'm going out with the parentals after this to a movie! arrrrrrrgh!

my co-worker just asked me what time it is and I *really* wanted to say "BEER O'CLOCK!"

Chopz87
  1. 3696 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

Imma have a Root Beer now!
Funhog
  1. 3697 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

@ TheRadioHead re: 3689 TRUTH
PhilipST
  1. 3698 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#3614 Thanks, @boders. 
loweeda
  1. 3699 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

yep, Grant could give lessons in playlist development. In fact, I have pretty much tried to study how he does it, no word of a lie.
MSteve
  1. 3700 posted by

MSteve on Mar 27, 2015

It sounds odd but Beer O'Clock was always the most productive part of my week. Rock helps me code.
flannel tom
  1. 3701 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

This would be a good wedding dance floor song, maybe later in the evening when everyon'es all lubricated up. 
kidcauley
  1. 3702 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

yay CHUCK BERRY!
himymothra
  1. 3703 posted by

himymothra on Mar 27, 2015

TEENAGE HEAD!
canadajanes
  1. 3704 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

WWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
hotpatch
  1. 3705 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

i'm lucky today, found a couple cans of Guinness in the office mini fridge!! woot! woot!
laurita.snow
  1. 3706 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

MSteve: That picture of you and your kid is totally adorable. Both of you.
loweeda
  1. 3707 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

flannel tom's thinking about wedding dance floor songs...
Christine McAvoy
  1. 3708 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

I'M BACK HOME!!!! Hello again blog. I dont think I can look at the 1000 comments (not an exaggeration) that I missed!!
PhilipST
  1. 3709 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Desk-dancing from now until 4:00.
flannel tom
  1. 3710 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

3689 + infinity, for sure. 
stevierayk
  1. 3711 posted by

stevierayk on Mar 27, 2015

Teenage Head?

Alright, I'll have beer.

Silvorgold
  1. 3712 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

TEENAGE HEAD!!!

Support your local microbreweries - they're the indie musicians of the beer industry!

darbarspecial
  1. 3713 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

@Silvorgold - I found an Okanagan in the fridge. I am not sure what to think of Molson Cider. Let me know what your review of it is.
canadajanes
  1. 3714 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

I always also got the most done during Beer O'Clock! And it had some of the best variety back then!
Shonica
  1. 3715 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

CHOPZ I think I will join you!
zammachus
  1. 3716 posted by

zammachus on Mar 27, 2015

IT'S BEER'O'CLOCK! WHY ISN'T EVERYBODY YELLING? YOU SHOULD ALL BE YELLING ALL THE TIME!

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

laurita.snow
  1. 3717 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Chopz: AUGH I WISH I HATE WORK RIGHT NOW!!
xcanuck
  1. 3718 posted by

xcanuck on Mar 27, 2015

@CMac - Youtube link?
rebecca1234
  1. 3719 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

you kids are hilarious! and i hope you are all dancing in one way or another
PhilipST
  1. 3720 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

For all of us so slammed by the number and volume of comments today, I recommend you save the link/url and plug it into your browser later, or in the days ahead. You'll be able to catch up then. That's what I'm going to do. 
garfielduk
  1. 3721 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@CMac #3708, Most of them were thanking you for putting the video together
TheIceman
  1. 3722 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

@MSteve - Come to the Picnic and bring your son, and anyone else that you want.
reginula
  1. 3723 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

I'm having a glass of water.

Woo.

darbarspecial
  1. 3724 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

RIGHT! YELLING! WOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 3725 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

@Silvorgold hello!! long time no see :)

@Christine: you're amazing, thanks a billion

Sless
  1. 3726 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

@Zammachus

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

mj2k1
  1. 3727 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

PRIESTESS
PhilipST
  1. 3728 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

@xcanuck: https://youtu.be/CahLSXL3ZC8
hotpatch
  1. 3729 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

cake and broccoli for lunch and Guiness for a pre diner snack, when i get home i'll have some scotch and enjoy Lana's show
StephRamsahai
  1. 3730 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

@GRANT - CAN YOU SAY MY NICK NAME ON AIR ONE LAST TIME!?!?!?!?!?!
CDNz1
  1. 3731 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

<---- Back with a HopBot IPA.
laurita.snow
  1. 3732 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

On a semi-related note, whilst I was drinking to Lana's show yesterday, a friend texted me asking if I wanted to get dinner. I was at home in my PJs, listening to the show, totally free.

I said no to dinner. I am kinda guilty/proud of this?

Frankus
  1. 3733 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

Is it like Grant is playing the songs just for you with special significance? TEENAGE BEER DRINKIN PARTY!!!!!!
Chopz87
  1. 3734 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

EVERYBODY SEXAREENO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
garfielduk
  1. 3735 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Reg #3723, oh you R3bel
alsace lorraine
  1. 3736 posted by

alsace lorraine on Mar 27, 2015

Guys, it has been lovely being on here today, and I'll try to pop back in a little more often, but I have to get a bunch of work done today.

Radio 3 has meant so much to me, and I am sure it will continue to do so. I am happy for all of the friendships. It has been great to meet all of you online and some in person.

mj2k1
  1. 3737 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

GRANT HAVE YOU EVER HEARD OF THE DUGOUT BY LADYHAWK? IT'S A NICE LITTLE DITTY.
PhilipST
  1. 3738 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#3721 So true, Garf. 
rebbey
  1. 3739 posted by

rebbey on Mar 27, 2015 BEER OCLOCK WOOOOOOOOO

canadajanes
  1. 3740 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

I'VE MANAGED TO KEEP UP WITH THE BLOG THIS WHOLE TIME BY IGNORING WORK CALLS AND EMAILS!!! BEER O'CLOCK! WOO!
reginula
  1. 3741 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@GRANT

I'D LIKE THAT ONE FINAL SHOUT OUT TOO!

Silvorgold
  1. 3742 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

@darbar which Okanagan? Considering it's part of the same company that brews Unibroue La Fin du Monde and Sleeman Honey Brown, I've only had one or two good beers from Okanagan. You guys are lucky to have a really booming beer industry in Sask, we're still waiting on Farmery to hurry the eff up and build a brewery! 


I'll forever be known in the Liberal Party as "that awesome guy who gave Justin Trudeau beers"

reginula
  1. 3743 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

*PLEASE
KristaMark
  1. 3744 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

CHRISTINE.... well done on creating that video!!  Grant is going to LOVE IT (when he can finally watch it). And probably CRY...which was our mission! 

Check US all OUT!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CahLSXL3ZC8



rebecca1234
  1. 3745 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

30 wooos?


Babs46
  1. 3746 posted by

Babs46 on Mar 27, 2015

@GRANT #3730
xcanuck
  1. 3747 posted by

xcanuck on Mar 27, 2015

And THANK YOU CHRISTINE for putting the video together. I'm glad to have had the opportunity to say 'thanks'.
CDNz1
  1. 3748 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks to our favourite LITTLE TRINIDADIAN FLOWER GIRL!
mj2k1
  1. 3749 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@CODY: we have a beer factory here called Mus Knuckle.  It tastes like it's name implies.
evensteven
  1. 3750 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

I should have stuck to my blog comment guess of 4200.

At the time I thought it was ridiculous but it looks like we are headed there!

Silvorgold
  1. 3751 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

@kn0tty Bonjour! 
canadajanes
  1. 3752 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

thanks cmac!
morgana
  1. 3753 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

there is chilled beer in the fridge but it is just not my thing … tequila o'clock will fit the bill tho;)
flannel tom
  1. 3754 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

have you guys been keeping tabs of how much electro downbeat gothy synth pop has been played on todays show?

ROCK AND ROLL!!!

mcfflyer
  1. 3755 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

I'm having one of my favs, A Tangerine (wheat beer) from Lost Coast Brewery in Eureka, California.  Sorry, I'm out of Canadian.
slackhopper
  1. 3756 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

It really doesn't get much better than this, does it?
Christine McAvoy
  1. 3757 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

FOR ANYONE THAT MISSED IT! HERE IS THE LINK TO THE R3 BLOGGER GOODBYE!

Sorry if anyone missed out, there are so many, and I did my best to reach out to as many of you as i could (/could remember) without giving the secret mission away.

MPCurley
  1. 3758 posted by

MPCurley on Mar 27, 2015

@Alsace  Looking forward to meeting you eventually!
laurita.snow
  1. 3759 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Alsace: YOU TOO! It was lovely to meet you too at Eau Claire!
Snarf
  1. 3760 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

"cake and broccoli for lunch" - hotpatch you are my new favorite. 
reginula
  1. 3761 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@evensteven #3750 I said 2100. I feel sooo dumb.
WildWorks
  1. 3762 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

I'm still tweeting the tracks Grant is playing and a Twitter handle called Beer O Clock retweeted my tweets. :)
Silvorgold
  1. 3763 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

@mj2k1 like heaven brewed by big bearded lumberjack brewers?
SamaraS
  1. 3764 posted by

SamaraS on Mar 27, 2015

I AM DRINKING BEER AND JUMPING AROUND LIKE A DORK, IT'S GREAT!!!!
evensteven
  1. 3765 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

SORRY, FORGOT TO YELL!!!!!
Shonica
  1. 3766 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

We need too here something from the Shaggy Dartmouth Rocker!
DrSunshine
  1. 3767 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

The BEER-O-CLOCK set is the most SMUGGLERS-esque SET of this Rockin' GLL show.
darbarspecial
  1. 3768 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

@Cody - It is a Summer Berry one. I had gotten one of those sample packs with a bunch of flavours. They are quite nice for my taste buds.
rebbey
  1. 3769 posted by

rebbey on Mar 27, 2015 BWILL SO HAVE ONE. (I just did. Woooo Friday.)

canadajanes
  1. 3770 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

I forgot to eat breakfast and lunch today. So I guess this beer is my first meal of the day?
WildWorks
  1. 3771 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

I wasn't reached out unless there's some lingering issues with me. :)
laurita.snow
  1. 3772 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@SAMARAS I WISH I COULD DO THAT WITH YOU!
loweeda
  1. 3773 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

how Canadian is the comment "SORRY I FORGOT TO YELL"? 

haha, evensteven, that was priceless.

Christine McAvoy
  1. 3774 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

Grant - insist on a 19:40-minute break before you go into your meetings to watch that video when you're done. It will be perfect.

And drink that beer I brought you.

I'm cracking one now.

jojodillon
  1. 3775 posted by

jojodillon on Mar 27, 2015

Bye blog!  I'll be listening in the car.  Love you Grant, you were and are the best! xoxo
Silvorgold
  1. 3776 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

@mcfflyer - we had the tangerine in Manitoba years ago, that was a good one! 
reginula
  1. 3777 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

I'm losing my shit so badly, my boss is even listening to the show. 
rebecca1234
  1. 3778 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

on a hind note, had to go take daughter to get sick note for boss, dick made me miss yesterday gay power hour, at least i got some fill ins from hubby and i laughed
BWill
  1. 3779 posted by

BWill on Mar 27, 2015

@rebbey (3769) I'm still in the office...and the Beer Store is too far away!
mj2k1
  1. 3780 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

LAAAAAAAAAADYYYYYYYYYYYYYHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAWWWWWWWWWWKKKKKKKKKKK

LADYHAWK

MSteve
  1. 3781 posted by

MSteve on Mar 27, 2015

@laurita

Thx! I've hidden my face for years (just a private person) but I thought it was fair to reveal since I've seen you all for so long.

darbarspecial
  1. 3782 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

@Cody - I have yet to try out Rebellion beer but I have heard good things about it. It is just down the street from work too and I haven't made it there yet.
Silvorgold
  1. 3783 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

@CDNz1 where's the Unibroue at this hour?
Old Abe
  1. 3784 posted by

Old Abe on Mar 27, 2015

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
OpalJagger
  1. 3785 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

Can everyone just step back for a minute and consider that WE'RE AT NEARLY 4000 BLOG POSTS and it's not even the end of the show yet???
centropomus
  1. 3786 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant --- it would be a great time for King of the Forest...just sayin....
Chopz87
  1. 3787 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

ROOT BEER DELICIOUSNESS!
mj2k1
  1. 3788 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

LADYHAWK.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 3789 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

I'm not sure whisky is helping me to speed read the comments today...
PhilipST
  1. 3790 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#3762 So cool, @Wildworks has been retweeted by a Twitter account called Beer O'Clock! Is that a secret Grant Lawrence account?
SamaraS
  1. 3791 posted by

SamaraS on Mar 27, 2015

@laurita.snow - I REALLY WISH YOU WERE HERE, IT'S JUST A TINY BIT ODD, WHAT WITH NO ONE BUT MY DOG IN THE ROOM, AND SHE IS REALLY GIVING ME A PEEVED LOOK.... :)
Christine McAvoy
  1. 3792 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

You guys finally broke me too... I held it together through making that whole thing (even Babs' bit, which made my heart hurt)...and I ALMOST cried when I hugged Grant goodbye a few mins ago. But now I'm all teary.

The chat, all the texts I'm getting, the love on here.


I LOVE YOU ALL SO MUCH. <3 <3 <3

Today is a fun and good day.

KristaMark
  1. 3793 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

@SAMARA     YAY!!!!!!!!!!!!
canadajanes
  1. 3794 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

MSteve - Looking good!
boders
  1. 3795 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

LADYHAWK
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 3796 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

GUYS #FOREVER IS #3 TRENDING IN CANADA AS OF 5 MINUTES AGO
Sless
  1. 3797 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

@Reginula

cerveza o clock!!

morgana
  1. 3798 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

all right @PST!!
Grant Lawrence
  1. 3799 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

@centropomus I still have to work here on Monday!!! Do you remember what happened the last time I played "Grant Lawrence King of the Forest" on the air?!? I almost didn't work here on Monday!!!
centropomus
  1. 3800 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Final throne request???? 4000 is coming, Grant!!!
laurita.snow
  1. 3801 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Msteve: Well, both you and your son are adorable! You look like a fun dad!

@ Silvorgold: Oh man I miss Unibroue! I used to live in Montreal and that shit was everywhere! My last summer there, I was trying all of these neat flavas!

westcrunch
  1. 3802 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

***DROOOOOOOOOOL***
KristaMark
  1. 3803 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

CRANK IT!!!!!!!  
flannel tom
  1. 3804 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

HELL YES, EVERYONE NEEDS SOME MAYS
rebbey
  1. 3805 posted by

rebbey on Mar 27, 2015 I love that you've had to make new thrones up for today! Haha

loweeda
  1. 3806 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

3800 soon! 

Can we hit 4000? I think we cannnnnnnn.

Shonica
  1. 3807 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

WHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO HOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!
PhilipST
  1. 3808 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Yeah, Rock Ranger Record, best ever!! Thanks, Grant!!
kidcauley
  1. 3809 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant: Better to beg forgiveness than ask for permission!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 3810 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

We love you right back CMac!
canadajanes
  1. 3811 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Grant - I'm sad I still haven't met you, but hopefully soon! Thanks for all you do!
McS
  1. 3812 posted by

McS on Mar 27, 2015

Where is NVP today?????
lounge_act
  1. 3813 posted by

lounge_act on Mar 27, 2015

Woo!

So Shaggy...

Digging it, Steph?

darbarspecial
  1. 3814 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

WOOOOOHOOOOOOO!!!!! JUST WOW!!
centropomus
  1. 3815 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant --- no, I don't remember that, but to hell with it! You don't need this stinkin job!
Silvorgold
  1. 3816 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

@darbar Next time you go to Wpg Folk Fest - you'll have to check out Barley Bros, awesome beer pub, they even have a bunch of Paddock Wood to stuff from as far away as Australia, Oregon and rural Quebec! Paddock Wood's Saskatcheweizen is pure summer wheat gold
loweeda
  1. 3817 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

ya, great choice, Philip!
marie_curious
  1. 3818 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

We'll make it to 4000 easy!
Chopz87
  1. 3819 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

SUPERB REQUEST PHILLIP!
Old Abe
  1. 3820 posted by

Old Abe on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant Lawrence #3799, They will understand.
mj2k1
  1. 3821 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

When I moved to Edmonton in the summer of 2004 I moved into a house with some dudes I worked with but didn't know.  I was playing the Weakerthans and he was like "I think we're going to be friends" and then I showed him my CD collection.

Ladyhawk's album was in there and we turned it up and drank a lot and celebrated and then he let me know he used to smoke pot and play PS2 with them in Kelowna.

Small world. Great world.

SamaraS
  1. 3822 posted by

SamaraS on Mar 27, 2015

@KristaMark - WOOOOOOOOOO!!! <3
Sless
  1. 3823 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

#3809

+1 FOR3VER

ryanmaksymic
  1. 3824 posted by

ryanmaksymic on Mar 27, 2015

Oh yes, I'm in favour of this:

LADYHAWK!

hotpatch
  1. 3825 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

the ides of March are coming for our R3 hosts, we must do something, everyone DRINK!
mcfflyer
  1. 3826 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Damn.  This beer is making me even more emotional.  (sniff)
Ballack13
  1. 3827 posted by

Ballack13 on Mar 27, 2015

Oh Matt Mays good choice. Why haven't wrt heard any Little Sammy Roberts lately? 
Christine McAvoy
  1. 3828 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

We'll hit 4000 for lana's show for sure. but LET Grant program the rest of his show guys!!! I am sure he has songs he wants to (and deserves to) play!
Shonica
  1. 3829 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

THANK YOU PSTNYC FOR THIS ONE!!!!!!!!
nvp
  1. 3830 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


@McS [3811] present.

PhilipST
  1. 3831 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Minting new names for these never-before-attained Thrones, Grant is like Noah giving names to the animals.
WildWorks
  1. 3832 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

I seem to be using #FOR3VER a lot on Twitter. :)
rebecca1234
  1. 3833 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

screw that lets make it to 6000
xcanuck
  1. 3834 posted by

xcanuck on Mar 27, 2015

I'm out, kids. Meeting (really? at 3:30 on a Friday?).

GRANT - thank you. See you at NXNE.

R3 Community - I don't know if I can see myself getting on the blog much anymore, but hopefully we'll keep in contact. You're all wonderful people with exemplary taste in music and whiskey.

xo

societyfinch
  1. 3835 posted by

societyfinch on Mar 27, 2015

#3828 true say Lady!!!
loweeda
  1. 3836 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

You lived in Edmonton, matty? I never knew that. 

you don't now. just fyi.

StephRamsahai
  1. 3837 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

OMG IM MISSING SO MUCH THIS IS SO ANNOYING I HATE WORK!
TheRadioHead
  1. 3838 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

Oh gawd. 


Thanks for some of the best times of my life, Grant Lawrence.

darbarspecial
  1. 3839 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks for the suggestion Cody. I hope to make it back to WFF soon! :)
Silvorgold
  1. 3840 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

@laurita.snow I lived in Quebec City for a few summers, so I was rarely sober. I visited the town of Chambly last spring, didn't get a brewery tour but got to visit the fort seen on the bottles of Blanche de Chambly! 

If you're ever in Chambly, visit les bedons et ronds brewpub, c'bonne!

canadajanes
  1. 3841 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Lee - Same here, shouldn't be drinking on an empty stomach.

Amit - Miss you!

Shonica
  1. 3842 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

WHOOO HOOOO NOVILLERO!!!!!!!!
loweeda
  1. 3843 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

NOVILLLLLLERRROOOOOOOOOO!
Silvorgold
  1. 3844 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

NOVILLERO!!!!! BRING OUT THE TAMBOURINE! THANKS GRANT!
mcfflyer
  1. 3845 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Phillip 3831 - LOL!
McS
  1. 3846 posted by

McS on Mar 27, 2015

@nvp oh phew!
boders
  1. 3847 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

oh shit. play me home. hugs
Michael
  1. 3848 posted by

Michael on Mar 27, 2015

Headphones are in, and noise cancelling turned on... work shall not disturb me (should have called in sick) :)
OpalJagger
  1. 3849 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

@McS nvp was definitely here earlier, not sure where they went off to though...
Kirk Avery
  1. 3850 posted by

Kirk Avery on Mar 27, 2015

I'm jumping on the LADYHAWK TRAIN!
iamRobSmith
  1. 3851 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

Grant, you are trending #4 in Canada!
slackhopper
  1. 3852 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

Oh Man! I haven't seen this band live in YEARS! So good!
himymothra
  1. 3853 posted by

himymothra on Mar 27, 2015

hypothesis is such a smooth track
hotpatch
  1. 3854 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

i'm just going to sit on the throne until it turns 4000
hotpatch
  1. 3855 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

i'm just going to sit on the throne until it turns 4000
reginula
  1. 3856 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks for the video, Cmac!!!

(And what she said, let Grant program the songs, guys)

flannel tom
  1. 3857 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

I have to admit, I just fucking had a salty discharge from my eye with that matt mays song. all that it means and the context it's getting played in just now. fuck. rock on forever and ever.
hotpatch
  1. 3858 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

i'm just going to sit on the throne until it turns 4000
  1. 3855 posted byhotpatchat 12:37 PM
McS
  1. 3859 posted by

McS on Mar 27, 2015

@nvp I didn't recognize you because you have a photo today
Andrew LaCroix
  1. 3860 posted by

Andrew LaCroix on Mar 27, 2015

Having flashbacks to the twilight hours of the Saturday night R3 show... Grant played the William Shatner version of "Common People" :)  
dawn.h
  1. 3861 posted by

dawn.h on Mar 27, 2015

Pat (3838) 

aw you softie, you. I concur. *big hugs*

mj2k1
  1. 3862 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

One time in Vancouver my buddy and I were going to go to a Bison show or something but we got too drunk and ended up in my hotel's bar.  There was karaoke going on so naturally we signed up to sing some Michael Jackson.

Before we got up though, this bearded dude comes stumbling through the doorway. It was duffy from ladyhawk. We went up to him and were all like "man I'm wearing your shirt right now" and he's all like "how do you know kevin? this is his birthday party"

Anyway. We ALMOST got him to sing thriller with us. We left before it was our turn to sing because we couldn't just crash Kevin's party.

Grant Lawrence
  1. 3863 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

WHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
loweeda
  1. 3864 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

(I haven't done any work all day, but I came to work in the middle of the night yesterday--or, like this morning--so I think I can slack today and it'll be fine. This is important!)
mcfflyer
  1. 3865 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

@Pat 3838 - Me too. 
DrSunshine
  1. 3866 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

#3799 @Grant NO WAY eh?!? That was the best song to play. The Hextalls are part of what makes R3 the BEST!!!! Thanks for taking one for the Team man. Worth it. GOOOOOOOOOOOAAAAAAALLLLLL!
Christine McAvoy
  1. 3867 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

Everyone post the video on their twitters with the hashtag!
stevierayk
  1. 3868 posted by

stevierayk on Mar 27, 2015

It;s the slacking that's important.
boders
  1. 3869 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

+3 on 3838 *BIG HUGS*
Silvorgold
  1. 3870 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

@darbarspecial - next time you head to Manitoba, you'll have to pick some up for moi and Loweeda! 


Fact: I was able to get the liquor commission to bring in a spruce beer to a local store just so Loweeda could try it!

canadajanes
  1. 3871 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

WWWWWWOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!
jdurley
  1. 3872 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

I had to pop out to pick up the kid from school, but I'm glad to see BEER O'CLOCK is happening!!!

WOOOOOOO!!!!!!!

PhilipST
  1. 3873 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Not just because I got a Throne of my own played in this last hour, and not just because it was Matt Mays' golden Rock Ranger Record, I feel like we are all attaining a peak. Thank you so much everyone, and Grant. Love you all, you make my life special 
nvp
  1. 3874 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


i'm listening, reading, weeping .. and trying to make changes to some super sensitive security infrastructure right now .. i may be looking for work Monday.

loweeda
  1. 3875 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

I am from the slacker generation, after all. I have to keep my membership intact.
McS
  1. 3876 posted by

McS on Mar 27, 2015

@Loweeda my boss emailed me a couple hours ago asking to meet me. lol that's not happening.
mcfflyer
  1. 3877 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

THIS is the Radio3 that I fell in love with.
MikeV
  1. 3878 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

King Khaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaannnnnn
Grant Lawrence
  1. 3879 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

Have I said THANKS yet??? Today is one of the most overwhelmingly positive days of my life. Thanks. I'm nothing without you!
darbarspecial
  1. 3880 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

GRANT YOU ARE AWESOME!!
loweeda
  1. 3881 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

And Loweeda appreciated and enjoyed that beer very much, and thanks silvorgold for using his influence to pull strings so that she could try it.
StephRamsahai
  1. 3882 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

YEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

KING KHAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

AND THE SHRIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIINES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

LAND!

OF!

THE!

FREAK!

reginula
  1. 3883 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

What Pat said on #3838. Thank you.
Sless
  1. 3884 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

#3873
D
PhilipST
  1. 3885 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Totally desk-dancing and chair-dancing at my standing desk.
canadajanes
  1. 3886 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

I haven't cried this hard in a long time. Happy tears though, thankfully. Thanks to all of you. #emotions.
loweeda
  1. 3887 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

I'd give you a hi-five, McS, but I'm too lazy ;)
No Longer Lurking
  1. 3888 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

THANK YOU GRANT LAWRENCE.
mcfflyer
  1. 3889 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

I am glad I stayed home from work today.  I don't have enough tissues at work.
Shonica
  1. 3890 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

LOVE YOU GRANT!
PhilipST
  1. 3891 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#3879 Grant, I'm going to lose it completely. 
westcrunch
  1. 3892 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

YOU DA MAN, GRANT!
Sless
  1. 3893 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant

Welp... Now I'm crying again!

mj2k1
  1. 3894 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

Novillero reminds me of this CD I have called "Mint Records presents the CBC Radio 3 Sessions" - Oct 2006

It has Neko, Plut, Immaculate Machine, Cub, New Pornos, Heuvos Rancheros, Novillero, Smugglers, Organ, The Gay, P:Ano, Young and Sexy, Carolyn Mark, Duotang, and the New Town Animals


kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 3895 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

GRANT <3
Shonica
  1. 3896 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

AND THANKS FOR THE MUSIC!
Old Abe
  1. 3897 posted by

Old Abe on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant Lawrence #3879, You're the best Grant.  Thank YOU!!!
McS
  1. 3898 posted by

McS on Mar 27, 2015

@loweeda it's the thought that counts!
Babs46
  1. 3899 posted by

Babs46 on Mar 27, 2015

@Mr. Grant Lawrence.  THANK YOU!!!!!  LOVE YOU FOREVER
hotpatch
  1. 3900 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

huzzah, huzzah , huzzah GL
mj2k1
  1. 3901 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

Grant, G Baby, Uncle Lawrence..... can we go nowhere with you?

Like maybe we can meet up again on this blog on Monday or something

canadajanes
  1. 3902 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

MattyJames - I have that CD as well! No idea how I got that!
tiffyleeson
  1. 3903 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

GRANT LAWRENCE!!  You're a total babe!!  Thanks for everything!!  xx
MrFussyfont
  1. 3904 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

Away at a meeting for a while, and back to find almost 4000 comments! Incredible!
CDNz1
  1. 3905 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant - A sincere THANK YOU for allowing this community to thrive. 

It brought a METRIC ASSLOAD of fabulous people together, including me and my spouse.

Thanks for emceeing our wedding and being ALL CANADIAN, ALL THE TIME!

Love,


Russ & Yort


loweeda
  1. 3906 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

Grant, you haven't even watched that video yet. You have no idea what's coming,

We love you. that's the message that will come through loud and clear. And we look forward to more mutual love in the future <3

darbarspecial
  1. 3907 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

THANK YOU GRANT! YOU HAVE NO IDEA WHAT YOU HAVE DONE FOR ME!!!!

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!

marie_curious
  1. 3908 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

@CMac: thanks for putting that video together, it was awesome!
WildWorks
  1. 3909 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Grant, you're the best as you championed Canadian music. Thanks! :)
McS
  1. 3910 posted by

McS on Mar 27, 2015

THANK YOU GRANT!!! 
garfielduk
  1. 3911 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Mcs #3859, The blog version of, Oh I didn't recognize you with your clothes on
reginula
  1. 3912 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING, GRAAAAANT!
fresh ginger
  1. 3913 posted by

fresh ginger on Mar 27, 2015

all. the. feels.
rebbey
  1. 3914 posted by

rebbey on Mar 27, 2015 You always have good playlists, Grant, but today has been beyond phenomenal.

EricR
  1. 3915 posted by

EricR on Mar 27, 2015

@Everyone here, today and over the years -- I'll never be able to say how wonderful this experience, this community and this music has been (and will continue to be), so a simple "Thank-you" for everything.  Everything.

Keep the love alive and the volume up!

Christine McAvoy
  1. 3916 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

REMINDER! 

Anyone in Vancouver - if you want to join us, we'll be at Steamworks from 5-7 and then departing for North Van to cheer on the Flying Vees!!!!

Grant Lawrence
  1. 3917 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

THE KIDS DO KNOW HOW TO ROCK 'N' ROLL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
DrSunshine
  1. 3918 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!  King-KHAN it!!!!!
Frankus
  1. 3919 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

OH   MY    GOD !!!! !!!! !!!!  What level am I on????
PhilipST
  1. 3920 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#3857 @FTom, I know what you mean. As an ode to R3 and to Jay Smith, RIP, for whom Matt Mays and crew are playing a Vancouver benefit for in a few days, it was really meaningful to me, too, Tom. Thanks. 
boders
  1. 3921 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

@matty - i found a copy of that in a thrift store a couple years back
MPCurley
  1. 3922 posted by

MPCurley on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant  It's been a great ride!  Thanks for helping to open me up to so much great music!!  Cheers!
Sless
  1. 3923 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

THANK YOU GRANT!!
mcfflyer
  1. 3924 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

I'm turning in my chair to look at the huge world map on my wall.  And across it, there you all are...
Cicero
  1. 3925 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant - See ya later Lawrence, you glorious and wonderful human being! Never change! <3 <3 <3
Grant Lawrence
  1. 3926 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

@Frankus time to wash out the bong again!
canadajanes
  1. 3927 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

DAMN STRAIGHT GRANT
jdurley
  1. 3928 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

SAMMY!!!!
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 3929 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

SAM ROBERTS!!!
Chopz87
  1. 3930 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

There you go Steph!
erinev
  1. 3931 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

uh.. did i miss grants goodbye or something?!
mixup
  1. 3932 posted by

mixup on Mar 27, 2015

ALL KHAN-ADIAN ALL OF THE TIME!!


THANK YOU GRANT!!

StephRamsahai
  1. 3933 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

AWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW YES!!!!!!!

THANK YOU GRANT! YOU'RE THE FUCKING BEST! I LOVE YOU AND ALL THAT YOU HAVE DONE FOR US!!!!!!!!!!

<3 <3 <3 <3

morgana
  1. 3934 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

TO THE CREW BEHIND GRANT thank you for making this show as amazing as it is/was.  
Grant Lawrence
  1. 3935 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

Flying Vees puck drop is at 8pm tonight! North Shore Ice Sports on the Mount Seymour Parkway! There's food and booze!
Silvorgold
  1. 3936 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

I remember talking to Sam Roberts about CBC Radio 3 back in 2007. He said that him and the band while on road trips would always have their Sirius tuned in to CBC Radio 3 during long drives from coast to coast. 
Sless
  1. 3937 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

Oh my goodness!

SOOOO much happiness today!

Shonica
  1. 3938 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

PSTNYC, I wish I could be at that show for Jay Smith
kidcauley
  1. 3939 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

YOU ALL RULE!
mj2k1
  1. 3940 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

Do you know who knows how to rock and roll?

LADYHAWK.

Grant Lawrence
  1. 3941 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

MIXUP IS BACK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Just in time!
flagpole music
  1. 3942 posted by

flagpole music on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks for everything, Mr. Grant Lawrence.  There's a beer in L.A. with your name on it any time
canadajanes
  1. 3943 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Oh man, I have to interview someone 15 minutes after this show ends. Not going to go well.
PhilipST
  1. 3944 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#3924 nice, @mcfflyer. 
marie_curious
  1. 3945 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

I have to say how proud I am to be part of this community, even though no one else in my outside life can possibly comprehend it. I love this place and these people!!
societyfinch
  1. 3946 posted by

societyfinch on Mar 27, 2015

Grant, thanks for always making me laugh out loud while listening to radio!
stevierayk
  1. 3947 posted by

stevierayk on Mar 27, 2015

Well those kids are dumb.

It's easy to dance to rock and roll

westcrunch
  1. 3948 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

**** second drool of today ****
reginula
  1. 3949 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@Canadajanes Break the ice by requesting a hug!
deiru
  1. 3950 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

@GRANT ARE WE ALLOWED TO BRING GROWLERS TO THE RINK??? I'LL BE COMING OVER FROM BLACK KETTLE BREWING
Christine McAvoy
  1. 3951 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

ANDREA & STEVE! Love you guys!!!

Thanks for helping me today! <3

PhilipST
  1. 3952 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#3938 Me too, @shonny, not a dry eye. 
rebecca1234
  1. 3953 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

i am making my funeral 4 hrs long and this will be my playlist, with commentary and no talking from relatives
McS
  1. 3954 posted by

McS on Mar 27, 2015

Blog: I love you all! Thanks for the memories!
glenroy
  1. 3955 posted by

glenroy on Mar 27, 2015

thx again Grant. you deserve the adulations. i respect you greatly.  keep being awesome. take care everyone. support the hell out of your local canadian indie band.
centropomus
  1. 3956 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Wooooo! Sammy!
OpalJagger
  1. 3957 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant, I think I've mentioned it before, but you've done something very unique over the last few years for me: I wasn't your biggest fan listening to the show at first, but your enthusiasm, humour, and great taste in Canadian music have turned me into someone who routinely tunes in to hear you and the great music you play(ed) here on CBC Radio3. Your interaction with everyone on the blog, the way you made us all feel special and involved us in everything - that's been priceless. THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART.
carrieg
  1. 3958 posted by

carrieg on Mar 27, 2015 Thank you Grant!! All good things to you! Thank you for bringing this community into my life!

KristaMark
  1. 3959 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

GRANT YOU DESERVE ALL OF THIS!!  YOU"RE THE BEST!!!
morgana
  1. 3960 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

come on @Steve Venegas get in here man!
mcfflyer
  1. 3961 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

@PhillipST - And there above my right shoulder is New York City.
Christine McAvoy
  1. 3962 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

@Deiru there's a bar, so I dont think so...
Sless
  1. 3963 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

TAKE ME TO COMMENT 4000!!!!
MrFussyfont
  1. 3964 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks Grant for making radio fun again. Looking forward to whatever you do next at CBC!
Cicero
  1. 3965 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

WOOOOOOOOOOOO!!! GOOD OL' SAMMY ROBERTS!
carlyg
  1. 3966 posted by

carlyg on Mar 27, 2015

This might be my most favorite Grant Lawrence show yet!
Backwater Brewery
  1. 3967 posted by

Backwater Brewery on Mar 27, 2015

OH HOW I WISH I WAS ON A ROAD TRIP WITH THIS BLASTING ON THE RADIO!
canadajanes
  1. 3968 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Reguinla - I fucking need one!
boders
  1. 3969 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

HANDS UP FOR THE PRODUCERS THROUGHOUT THE YEARS
mcfflyer
  1. 3970 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Whoa.  That WHOOOO took me down.
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 3971 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

NOW I'm chair dancing. Thanks Grant!
PhilipST
  1. 3972 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Amazing that after such an emotionally demanding day Grant is going to get between the pipes later today. 
evensteven
  1. 3973 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

CMAC! 

Great job on the video!

Haven't watched the whole thing but so far it's great.

It's so nice to see the bloggers "in person"

loweeda
  1. 3974 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

Everytime Grant wooos I start crying again
Silvorgold
  1. 3975 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

I remember the time Grant brought me beer to work!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 3976 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Anytime you find yourself in London (the original one, not that imposter in Ontario), or in the UK in general, give me a shout.  The door is always open for CBC R3ers.
zammachus
  1. 3977 posted by

zammachus on Mar 27, 2015

Weeks after I first jumped on the blog, I had my first anxiety attack that I actually identified as such. It has been a years-long battle, and still ongoing, but I now have most of it under control.

I cannot put to words just how important a role Radio 3 has played in making that possible. When I was at my lowest, this incredible community took my hand and helped pull me to my feet.

Thank you, each and every one of you.

canadajanes
  1. 3978 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks to everyone who's made this possible, especially Steve Venegas and the rest of the behind the scences team!
DrSunshine
  1. 3979 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

#3935 @Grant I want to read what the score of your Flying Vees game is on Monday's blog.... and other shenanigans.
mj2k1
  1. 3980 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

Hands up if you think you're the only one
societyfinch
  1. 3981 posted by

societyfinch on Mar 27, 2015

#3966 woooo!!! Oh my god i wish my office didn't have windows. I'm going to start ugly cry soon.
luckymaloo
  1. 3982 posted by

luckymaloo on Mar 27, 2015

#3966 if it weren't for one minor detail I'd agree!
maattt
  1. 3983 posted by

maattt on Mar 27, 2015

Thank you Grant!
PhilipST
  1. 3984 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#3952 I love your funeral idea, @rebecca1234!
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 3985 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

@evensteven: I'm on the blog today, thanks for checking in on me :)
loweeda
  1. 3986 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

YA BODERS, TO THE PRODUCERS! We love you, too!
centropomus
  1. 3987 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

4000!
kirkofdoom
  1. 3988 posted by

kirkofdoom on Mar 27, 2015

Steve was up in here earlier. He's moving up to CBC News! 
mcfflyer
  1. 3989 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

What a blazing end to Grant Lawrence Live.  Wow.
westcrunch
  1. 3990 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

Amazing work on the video, Christine!
mj2k1
  1. 3991 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

Are we all pouring a cold one out on the curb for the homie grant?
OpalJagger
  1. 3992 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

K we're definitely hitting 4000. AND WAS THAT A VOICE CRACK GRANT? :)
StephRamsahai
  1. 3993 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

I'm weeping. Simply weeping in my seat right now. You're the best.
deiru
  1. 3994 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

GRANT LAWRENCE KING OF THE FOREST!!!!!!!
himymothra
  1. 3995 posted by

himymothra on Mar 27, 2015

what a show, good times
MrFussyfont
  1. 3996 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

Wait, what video by CMac? What comment number?
rebecca1234
  1. 3997 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

#3945 doesn't he always?! jill must laugh all the time lol
centropomus
  1. 3998 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Awesome work, Grant!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 3999 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

How is he keeping it together?!
ryanmaksymic
  1. 4000 posted by

ryanmaksymic on Mar 27, 2015

GOODBYE FOR NOW GRANT, THANK YOU!
Christine McAvoy
  1. 4001 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

"I can't even" right now.... :(
mj2k1
  1. 4002 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

love you grant
zammachus
  1. 4003 posted by

zammachus on Mar 27, 2015

Good bye, Grant.

See you on the flipside.

kirkofdoom
  1. 4004 posted by

kirkofdoom on Mar 27, 2015

Just remember, the blog isn't going anywhere. R3 isn't going anywhere.

I BETTER SEE ALL OF YOUR JERK FACES HERE ON MONDAY.

Silvorgold
  1. 4005 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

*Sniff* :(
OpalJagger
  1. 4006 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

IT'S HAPPENING
Frankus
  1. 4007 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

It will be good.
carlyg
  1. 4008 posted by

carlyg on Mar 27, 2015

Oh Grant! The best! We all love you!! <3
reginula
  1. 4009 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

Is everyone cyring? I'm bawling.

Hugs.

loweeda
  1. 4010 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

we'll totally hit 4000
deiru
  1. 4011 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

@CMAC OK GOT IT
slackhopper
  1. 4012 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

Here come the tears, for sure this time
PhilipST
  1. 4013 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Same audience, different microphone. I'll get behind that. 
westcrunch
  1. 4014 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

Oh no.... here those tears come again...
Chopz87
  1. 4015 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

GRANT LAWRENCE KING OF THE FOREST!!!!!!!
Kirk Avery
  1. 4016 posted by

Kirk Avery on Mar 27, 2015

4000?
WildWorks
  1. 4017 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

It would be the sound of the keyboard for now on with Grant.
luckymaloo
  1. 4018 posted by

luckymaloo on Mar 27, 2015

shit. Grant don't go. Dammit.
gcranston
  1. 4019 posted by

gcranston on Mar 27, 2015

So long my friend
PhilipST
  1. 4020 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

I am totally choking up. 
erinev
  1. 4021 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

no no no :(
rebbey
  1. 4022 posted by

rebbey on Mar 27, 2015 WELL I WAS FINE BEFORE GRANT CHOKED UP. GAAAAAH.

boders
  1. 4023 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

VIDEO GOODBYE TO GRANT PRODUCED BY THE INCOMPARABLE CHRISTINE MCAVOY
rusty
  1. 4024 posted by

rusty on Mar 27, 2015 THANKS GRANT AND CREW!! #thebest #for3ver

canadajanes
  1. 4025 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Where's Michael Wynn!

Wynnise wynnsie wynnsie

TheIceman
  1. 4026 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

I hope that this is a seminal moment where the CBC executive realize they had only been looking at the 2% above the water while the 98% of the iceberg is below the water.

Bring back the hosts.

laurita.snow
  1. 4027 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

GRANT YOU AND ALL OF YOU GUYS ARE WONDERFUL! Words cannot express how important you are, man. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, thank you.
Backwater Brewery
  1. 4028 posted by

Backwater Brewery on Mar 27, 2015

TILL NEXT TIME-(WE DONT SAY GOODBYE TO SOMETHING LIKE THIS) TILL NEXT TIME
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 4029 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

Here's to you producers <3
centropomus
  1. 4030 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

King of the Forest!!!
Chopz87
  1. 4031 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

LATINO HEAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
mcfflyer
  1. 4032 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

As Rosanne Barr said to Johnny Carson: "Why do you have to go?"
westcrunch
  1. 4033 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

#FOR3VER
fresh ginger
  1. 4034 posted by

fresh ginger on Mar 27, 2015

Grant. You're the best. THANK YOU FOR CREATING THIS COMMUNITY.

And also the fact that you are so cool under the pressure of today is AMAZEBALLS.

smalliebigs
  1. 4035 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant: one last Stuart McLean maybe? You already quoted his "long suffering editor" line!
DrSunshine
  1. 4036 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

Grant. THANK-YOU. Everyone in the Big R3 Team!!! THANK-YOU 10000000x
marie_curious
  1. 4037 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

Yay!!! The Producers and Directors are the best ever!!!
rebecca1234
  1. 4038 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

did that nooooo count as a wooooo? anybody?


Cicero
  1. 4039 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

Jesus Christ. Today is going to kill me. Hat's off to everyone behind the scenes! <3
Frankus
  1. 4040 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

Oh my! Good one. Let's keep it.
KristaMark
  1. 4041 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

Totally chocked up! 
Michael Wynn
  1. 4042 posted by

Michael Wynn on Mar 27, 2015

i'm here, i'm here...
WildWorks
  1. 4043 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Kudos to the CBC Radio 3 team! It's been a fun ride.
jdurley
  1. 4044 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

@GRANT - thank you for putting Human Emotion in front of Strategy. It's ONE of the things that makes your show AMAZING. 

ROCK ON, GRANT LAWRENCE. Your show will live on in our hearts!

hotpatch
  1. 4045 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

break the rules one last time with the Hextals
MrFussyfont
  1. 4046 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

found the video
gcranston
  1. 4047 posted by

gcranston on Mar 27, 2015

Can't begin to say how much we'll miss your live antics and "yeahs" in the middle of songs when you just can't help rockin' out.


Take care. We'll see you around.

laurita.snow
  1. 4048 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

I love all you guys.

Every. Single. One. of you guys! <3

MoniSki
  1. 4049 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

THANK YOU GRANT!!!! 


You're amazing!!!!


Let the tears flow!!!!!


LOVE YOU!

No Longer Lurking
  1. 4050 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Awwww Grant - I want to give you a hug right now.
slackhopper
  1. 4051 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

shit
societyfinch
  1. 4052 posted by

societyfinch on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks everyone behind the scenes!!!!
Silvorgold
  1. 4053 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

HUGS TO GRANT!!!
Kirk Avery
  1. 4054 posted by

Kirk Avery on Mar 27, 2015

Oh Grant…I thought I'd be able to hold it together!
Michael
  1. 4055 posted by

Michael on Mar 27, 2015

:'(
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 4056 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

WE LOVE YOU GRANT <3
Michael Wynn
  1. 4057 posted by

Michael Wynn on Mar 27, 2015

Best to you Grant!!!!!  you are the best!
PhilipST
  1. 4058 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Dead air=tears. Love you, Grant. 
suckamc
  1. 4059 posted by

suckamc on Mar 27, 2015

Sad times. :( So long live Grant.
centropomus
  1. 4060 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Awwww, love it, Grant!!
Funhog
  1. 4061 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

awwww Shucks :(
KristaMark
  1. 4062 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

BAWLING!!! 
Cicero
  1. 4063 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

Aww grant the tears!!! I CAN HEAR YOU! <3
carlyg
  1. 4064 posted by

carlyg on Mar 27, 2015

THE PERFECT SONG!
KristiArbo
  1. 4065 posted by

KristiArbo on Mar 27, 2015

Goodbye Grant, live hosts, and Radio 3. You guys are all the best...!!!!! 

Someone give Grant a hug.

smalliebigs
  1. 4066 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

Bless your socks, Grant Lawrence, you magnificent son of a gun! 
TheIceman
  1. 4067 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

Fuck - Tears!
jenna-arcade
  1. 4068 posted by

jenna-arcade on Mar 27, 2015

BEST SHOW EVER! So much love Grant.
SamaraS
  1. 4069 posted by

SamaraS on Mar 27, 2015

GRANT I AM SENDING YOU HUGS AND AND RESPECT AND ALL GOOD THINGS

!!! <3 THANK YOU <3 !!!

oh shit I am crying so much it's ridiculous

Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 4070 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

As the blog loses its shit.
marie_curious
  1. 4071 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

Sobbing now...
MrFussyfont
  1. 4072 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

you're killing me Grant.
flagpole music
  1. 4073 posted by

flagpole music on Mar 27, 2015

perfect, Grant.  just perfect.
hgummo
  1. 4074 posted by

hgummo on Mar 27, 2015

Oh Grant. Now I'm going to cry.
justingrady
  1. 4075 posted by

justingrady on Mar 27, 2015

We will miss you Grant...... :( 
glenroy
  1. 4076 posted by

glenroy on Mar 27, 2015

wow.
Funhog
  1. 4077 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

LOVE LOVE LOVE You GRANT
iamRobSmith
  1. 4078 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

Grant, oh dude that hit me.

YOU'RE THE BEST MAN!

tiffyleeson
  1. 4079 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

my heart just stopped
mattpearce
  1. 4080 posted by

mattpearce on Mar 27, 2015

I'll be listening to you wherever you are Grant.  Hopefully make it to one of your book signings too!
Chopz87
  1. 4081 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

and i just died
darbarspecial
  1. 4082 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Puddle of tears here.

Thank you so much Grant.

HUGS TO ALL!

McS
  1. 4083 posted by

McS on Mar 27, 2015

aww love you Grant! :'(
MPCurley
  1. 4084 posted by

MPCurley on Mar 27, 2015

Oh man, what a song to go out on...
Alanna Stuart
  1. 4085 posted by

Alanna Stuart on Mar 27, 2015

CAN'T HANDLE HEARING GRANT LIKE THIS!
jdurley
  1. 4086 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

OMG
nvp
  1. 4087 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


has anyone seen my shit? lost.

evensteven
  1. 4088 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

WOW, GRANT!!!

EPIC FINALE!

YOU ROCK!

Thanks to everyone behind the scenes

Love U bloggers!

societyfinch
  1. 4089 posted by

societyfinch on Mar 27, 2015

Openly sobbing.
sansshoes
  1. 4090 posted by

sansshoes on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks for entertaining and educating us all! I'll miss your unbridled enthusiasm and the WOOOOOOs.
loweeda
  1. 4091 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

the greatest community anywhere.
Old Abe
  1. 4092 posted by

Old Abe on Mar 27, 2015

aaaaaand I lost it.
mj2k1
  1. 4093 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

Keep on keepin on, DJ Granty Grant
reginula
  1. 4094 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

I love you. I love you all. 
mreen16
  1. 4095 posted by

mreen16 on Mar 27, 2015

Just wanted to say you`re the best Grant. I`ve been listening since 2009 and you never fail to entertain and put a smile on my face :)
Sless
  1. 4096 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

Grant.

Thank you so much!


kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 4097 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

and now I'm crying again. 
BWill
  1. 4098 posted by

BWill on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks Grant, it's been a blast and will continue to rock!
erinev
  1. 4099 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh :(((((((((((
garfielduk
  1. 4100 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

GRANT!  I was fine until your broke
Christine McAvoy
  1. 4101 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

We love you Grant.

Open that beer.

Cheers. <3

Cicero
  1. 4102 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

Grant, you know you've got the biggest heart. We love you so much for all that you've done for canada, and for music, and for us. stay gold man.
westcrunch
  1. 4103 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

GROUP CRY EVERYBODY. JUST LET IT OUT
Yuletide
  1. 4104 posted by

Yuletide on Mar 27, 2015

Great Show Grant!  
Shonica
  1. 4105 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

OH GRANT! 
laurita.snow
  1. 4106 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

Oh Grant. Oh man you guys. I'm tearing up at work. 
MoniSki
  1. 4107 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

BLOGGER GROUP HUGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGG
Frankus
  1. 4108 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

Sure. Big baby. Everyone loves babies because they show their love so openly and they are so easy to love. With tears in my eyes...
therhodes
  1. 4109 posted by

therhodes on Mar 27, 2015

man, that was intense, it's been great listening; thanks for all the tunes
mj2k1
  1. 4110 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

I'm not crying. Grant isn't dead.  Radio3 isn't dead.
Chopz87
  1. 4111 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

How dare you make me cry Grant Lawrence?!?!?!!?  I love you man!
himymothra
  1. 4112 posted by

himymothra on Mar 27, 2015

a thoughtful signoff, it's nice to recognize all the people who kept the show going behind the scenes. thanks grant
Chuk
  1. 4113 posted by

Chuk on Mar 27, 2015

Bye Grant, long time listener, first time poster, I'll miss you guys!
canadajanes
  1. 4114 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

All the happy tears. Fucking love you guys.
boders
  1. 4115 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

my cbc is still breathing...but barely it's true...but we'll be back

Cheers Grant. Thank you. Love you.

DrSunshine
  1. 4116 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant Way to hold it together buddy. Props. Pitch-perfect close. All of us here are Richerthans, thanks to you and great indie bands like.... the Weakerthans.
KristaMark
  1. 4117 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

MARKGAGE and I are SOOOOO sad. 

And Love ALL of you!

THANK YOU GRANT!!!

Ballack13
  1. 4118 posted by

Ballack13 on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks Grant, haven't cried in a long long time. You were a bright light in the lives of many. Gonna missed you my friend.
hotpatch
  1. 4119 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

Weakerthans is a fine choice
Silvorgold
  1. 4120 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

and a good song to end it all off
Grant Lawrence
  1. 4121 posted by

Grant Lawrence on Mar 27, 2015

I'm not dead!
erinev
  1. 4122 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

the folks that kept r3 running all these deserve many, many high fives. fuck i love this place..
Christine McAvoy
  1. 4123 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

***Letting my Moniski tears flow***
dawn.h
  1. 4124 posted by

dawn.h on Mar 27, 2015

Grant
  • big hugs*


smalliebigs
  1. 4125 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

When will you humans learn that your so-called emotions are getting in the way of huge cash settlements? 
MSteve
  1. 4126 posted by

MSteve on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks for helping me get through many a workday.
westcrunch
  1. 4127 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

What a time to join in, Chuk. Join the group hug/cry/shit losing.
Funhog
  1. 4128 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

*sobbing in fetal position*
rebecca1234
  1. 4129 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

grant break all the rules and have moment of silence
slackhopper
  1. 4130 posted by

slackhopper on Mar 27, 2015

Can we all have a group hug now?
mixup
  1. 4131 posted by

mixup on Mar 27, 2015

Gonna need Lana's sunshiney voice to pull me out of this one.
TheIceman
  1. 4132 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

Hugs, love and tears for you Grant!
Christine McAvoy
  1. 4133 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

@smalliebigs YES! haha. that helped
PhilipST
  1. 4134 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#4109 + 1
CDNz1
  1. 4135 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Onion O'clock...
westcrunch
  1. 4136 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

Fucking LOVE you guys.


McS
  1. 4137 posted by

McS on Mar 27, 2015

I tell myself that in about a month the CBC will see what they've lost and Grant will be back on the air.
mcfflyer
  1. 4138 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Wow.  That may have been Grant's greatest show. 
fictionjunkie
  1. 4139 posted by

fictionjunkie on Mar 27, 2015

<3 <3 <3
justingrady
  1. 4140 posted by

justingrady on Mar 27, 2015

And Shit..... what am I going to do on my runs now? Grant goofiness made me laugh and run fast!
flannel tom
  1. 4141 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

Unbelievable show today Grant. Thanks, man. 
OpalJagger
  1. 4142 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

I was fine until that beautiful and heartfelt close Grant. Puddly mess of tears standing in my office right now.
Silvorgold
  1. 4143 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

Remember: It's election year folks. Vote CBC!
reginula
  1. 4144 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant If you cry, we cry (even more!)
canadajanes
  1. 4145 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

i need a hug so bad
Shonica
  1. 4146 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Perfect last song! Just perfect!
WildWorks
  1. 4147 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

It was nice to see Colton from The Strombo Show tweet to Grant.
smalliebigs
  1. 4148 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

@CMAC: it was the least I could do. We had a quota to meet. 
rebecca1234
  1. 4149 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

grant you are such a little girl, you made us all cry, and i love you and your family, big hugs!
loweeda
  1. 4150 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

"new words for old desires."

Friends, John K. said it best. Let's find new words.


Michael Wynn
  1. 4151 posted by

Michael Wynn on Mar 27, 2015

I feel like we need the song by hunting -> everything will be ok OR maybe it was already played, i dunno
carrieg
  1. 4152 posted by

carrieg on Mar 27, 2015 @Grant / thank you for caring so much -*waterworks* love you guys!!

CDNz1
  1. 4153 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks Smalls...
jenna-arcade
  1. 4154 posted by

jenna-arcade on Mar 27, 2015

Digital hugs for everyone.
PhilipST
  1. 4155 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#4130 Yes, please, @slackhopper, group hug. I need that now.
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 4156 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

My itunes feed is making it... barely. Little glitches, hardly...
laurita.snow
  1. 4157 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

I had to answer a phone call while holding back tears.
erinev
  1. 4158 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

I WILL NEVER LISTEN TO THIS SONG THE SAME WAY AGAIN. 
Christine McAvoy
  1. 4159 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

7 more mins til Party mode returns...

Lana, I need a loud DFA set after this.

kidcauley
  1. 4160 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

I love this tune, and all of you!
morgana
  1. 4161 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

((group tears followed by group hug))

gratitude and love abound for grant, the crew behind him, and all of you on the blog.

we are a force to be reckoned with so lets figure out what is next my friends!

fresh ginger
  1. 4162 posted by

fresh ginger on Mar 27, 2015

"Onion O'clock..." EXACTLY @CDNZ1
marie_curious
  1. 4163 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

Really glad I didn't work today. I'm a mess.
PhilipST
  1. 4164 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#4147 yes, I saw that, too. I really like Colton. 
tiffyleeson
  1. 4165 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

@Grant  - Now go watch the video!!!!
Chopz87
  1. 4166 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

Russ, you just made me laugh while in tears, ONION O CLOCK!!!
mcfflyer
  1. 4167 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Phillip - Me too.


TheIceman
  1. 4168 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

OMG - OML

Too much!

societyfinch
  1. 4169 posted by

societyfinch on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks for an awesome last show with Grant all you awesome community Bloggers!!! 
laurita.snow
  1. 4170 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Erin 4158: AGREED.

I LOVE THIS TUNE AND ALL OF YOU GUYS.

canadajanes
  1. 4171 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

FUCK YA GRANT! FUCK WORK AND JOBS AND EMPLOYERS AND STUPID DECISIONS FROM ON HIGH
deiru
  1. 4172 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

So much emotion and energy that is why we love you Grant!!
Chopz87
  1. 4173 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

I QUIT MY JOB!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
DrSunshine
  1. 4174 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

And now I wait... in 4/4 time... for LANA GAY!!!!
Christine McAvoy
  1. 4175 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

Haha, if I Quit My Job is on now, we need I HATE WORK! right after that...
  • shakes fist*
Funhog
  1. 4176 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

SO EPIC -

I quit my job

I hate work next?

Tom Power
  1. 4177 posted by

Tom Power on Mar 27, 2015

Hey b'ys. Just dropping in to say that I love Radio 3 and am loving the shows today.
OpalJagger
  1. 4178 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

I second that Christine. Need some DFA for catharsis today.
chrisjm
  1. 4179 posted by

chrisjm on Mar 27, 2015

@Christine McAvoy Seriously! DFA rockout!
PhilipST
  1. 4180 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Perfect, I wondered what he had queued up after Weakerthans! Quit My Job.
smalliebigs
  1. 4181 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

The next time I see any of you in person, you're getting a great big hug. In a non-creepy way. That's a promise. 
laurita.snow
  1. 4182 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

OMG GRANT I CAN'T EVEN DEAL THIS IS AMAZING THANK YOU SO MUCH AUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUGH

MY HEART. MY SOUL. I'M TRYING NOT TO LOSE IT AS LIKE 60 KIDS WALK BY MY DESK.

gcranston
  1. 4183 posted by

gcranston on Mar 27, 2015

WOOOOooooooooOOOOOOOO!
zammachus
  1. 4184 posted by

zammachus on Mar 27, 2015

Don't let them take the joy that you make on your own.

Best line for today.

kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 4185 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

this is the best set. the last one. tell them to shove it.
WildWorks
  1. 4186 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Used Soundtracking to tweet Grant's final song. Favourite or retweet if you want - LINK
darbarspecial
  1. 4187 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Yup. I told my boss I would be in later. Not sure that is happening at this point.
laurita.snow
  1. 4188 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

Hey Tom! Thanks for keepin' it lively yesterday; I mighta cried. Crying twice in a week just ain't a good idea.
morgana
  1. 4189 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

@cmac #4175 that is exactly what i was thinking but grant already played shred kelly so ...
jdurley
  1. 4190 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

Ahaha!! ONION O-CLOCK. Brilliant.
Christine McAvoy
  1. 4191 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

one of my fav parts in the video is ErinEv and KidCauley saying "Not Creepy" :)
westcrunch
  1. 4192 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

Hahaha @smalliebigs

Everyone is getting a creepy hug from me next time. All emotion hugs.

DrSunshine
  1. 4193 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

BLOG HUG!!! I'm free today.
CDNz1
  1. 4194 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

On the stairway at NXNE: 

Russ - Hey Chris!!! They ran out of beer.

OML - Shit! Might as well go home then...

reginula
  1. 4195 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

My boss came downstairs to hug me. I really hope you have someone to hug by your side.
rawr
  1. 4196 posted by

rawr on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks for everything Grant. I never post, but I want to join everybody in the blog to express my gratitude for everything CBC Radio 3 has done for me. I listen every day at work, and it won't be the same when I tune in next Monday. A radio station isn't a really a radio station without live hosts. I'm hoping that the CBC will realize what a big mistake they've made, and bring back the hosts.
TheIceman
  1. 4197 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

@TPower - Are you gonna be there to help Lana make it through?

I have a small feeling she's gonna need it.

canadajanes
  1. 4198 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Fuck. Might have to drop some other plans and go to NXNE this year.
iamRobSmith
  1. 4199 posted by

iamRobSmith on Mar 27, 2015

I have to roll out everyone.  Love you all!
Frankus
  1. 4200 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

Take your heart's candle and relight it.
himymothra
  1. 4201 posted by

himymothra on Mar 27, 2015

ohhhhh the dugout!
marie_curious
  1. 4202 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

You're all getting a hug from me at the picnic. That is a Marie Curious guarantee.
MikeV
  1. 4203 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks Grant.


I hope one day Time Life puts out set of DVD's of your greatest moments.

DrSunshine
  1. 4204 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

#4195 Reginula.... you have the World's coolest boss.
justingrady
  1. 4205 posted by

justingrady on Mar 27, 2015

Agreed on going to NXNE!  #4198 @canadajanes.
Chopz87
  1. 4206 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

I QUIT MY JOB!!!!!!!!!!!!  YOU ARE THE FUCKING MAN GRANT LAWRENCE!!!!!!! THANK YOU!!
loweeda
  1. 4207 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

"New words for old desires" and then "take your heart's candle and re-light it."

These lyrics are perfect, and this is why Grant is so good at this job.

Shonica
  1. 4208 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

canadajanes YES!
R3Fan
  1. 4209 posted by

R3Fan on Mar 27, 2015

Favourite band...favourite host...sad day.

Keep breaking the rules, Grant! (and all you R3ers)

OpalJagger
  1. 4210 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

This is exactly what CBC Radio3 is and what Grant represents. He listened and read to our requests, and we're finishing the show exactly how we wanted. Such an amazing end to an amazing era.
erinev
  1. 4211 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

CMAC- haha thanks. classic grant ;)
rebecca1234
  1. 4212 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

omg!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
smalliebigs
  1. 4213 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

I guess maybe the non-creepy qualification wasn't even necessary because it feels like a lot of us aren't strangers even if we've never met. 
rebecca1234
  1. 4214 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

adore old man 
boders
  1. 4215 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

it's safer to stay with your own. it's only a natural instinct.

thanks for wearing the friendliest faces everyone

WildWorks
  1. 4216 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

I think I will record Lana's final show on TuneIn Radio.
rebecca1234
  1. 4217 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

keep it up ppl, we can do this!
rebbey
  1. 4218 posted by

rebbey on Mar 27, 2015 Laurita - I had to as well and thankfully it was a short call!! Haha

rusty
  1. 4219 posted by

rusty on Mar 27, 2015 Perfect last few songs. Cheers Grant!

boders
  1. 4220 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

I'm haunting the basement again
canadajanes
  1. 4221 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

I wish I had a R3 Community here in Colorado that I could go spend some time with. You folks in have have it, do know how lucky you are.

For the rest of us in US cities with a bunch of Canadians, or else where in the world like Ireland, the UK, Mexico and everywhere else: we're all here for each other. Love you all.

Frankus
  1. 4222 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

I'm grabbing some screen shots.
CDNz1
  1. 4223 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

WE AR3 R3!
Sless
  1. 4224 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

Wow!

That was a good cry. Like, the best.

I'm back!

evensteven
  1. 4225 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

My work is piled up to the ceiling and all I want to do is crack beers and listen to Lana now.
TheIceman
  1. 4226 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

Andy Come to the Picnic we haven't met and we need to.
laurita.snow
  1. 4227 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Marie_C: WAIT WAIT YOU'RE GOING TO BE AT THE PICNIC TOO???

Anyone else other than Chopz, Cicero...?Sound off, please! :)

Frankus
  1. 4228 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

Sless. You are a mensch.
Silvorgold
  1. 4229 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

I'm heading to Montreal in less than two weeks, does anyone know of any bands performing there that I should be checking out. It seems like there's not many concerts when I'm in town.
Babs46
  1. 4230 posted by

Babs46 on Mar 27, 2015

And thus concludes the last 6-1/2 of the best years of my life.  Good things come to old farts like me who wait for it.  Love to the entire R3 community. <3 <3 <3
kidcauley
  1. 4231 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

LANA!!!!!!
garfielduk
  1. 4232 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Lana!
canadajanes
  1. 4233 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

LANA FUCKING GAY!!!! LOVE YOU SO MUCH!
OpalJagger
  1. 4234 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

Now I'm just a blubbering mess hearing Lana's (always happy) voice...
Chopz87
  1. 4235 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

I'LL BRING THE SUN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 4236 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

I have no idea how I'm going make it through Lana's show. Blub.
darbarspecial
  1. 4237 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Hello Lana! :D
erinev
  1. 4238 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

LANA!
hotpatch
  1. 4239 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

HI LANA!!!
marie_curious
  1. 4240 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

@laurita: you know it!
Funhog
  1. 4241 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

LOVELY LANA GAY!
boders
  1. 4242 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

Takes a mensch to know a mensch
phalanges
  1. 4243 posted by

phalanges on Mar 27, 2015

Hey Lana!
TheRadioHead
  1. 4244 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

And I am glad to be here with you today, Lana!
Christine McAvoy
  1. 4245 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

GUYS! I'm going to try and figure out a way to live stream the YVR3 party today...so watch my twitter for the link and/or the chat group going.

You might not all be here with us, but hopefully you can watch our shenanigans/maybe some of the Flying Vee's game!

kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 4246 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Lana!!
canadajanes
  1. 4247 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Ian - We'll see when the emotions where off, but right now I'm totally in.
nvp
  1. 4248 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


we're gonna need a bigger blog

DrSunshine
  1. 4249 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

LANA!!!!!!!!!! Love. You. Too. Always.
Shonica
  1. 4250 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Hello Lana! 
CDNz1
  1. 4251 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

LANAAAAAA!!!

Did you bring the sun?

mcfflyer
  1. 4252 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Hey Lana. 
Cicero
  1. 4253 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

LANNNNNNAAAAAA!!!
evensteven
  1. 4254 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

Laurita... I am angling to attend the picnic.

It's in Toronto sometime in June, right?

Christine McAvoy
  1. 4255 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

Lana... I am trying NOT to cry still... your voice is triggering it haha. I miss youuuuu!
westcrunch
  1. 4256 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

@silvorgold Call Hedgehogfriend (Carol McGimpsey). Or tweet her. She's in Montreal and the master at concert schedules. And an amazing woman
Cicero
  1. 4257 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

Yeah, a coworker just caught me crying at my desk - oh god, I'm a mess.
evensteven
  1. 4258 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

#4248 NVP... Good one!
Alanna Stuart
  1. 4259 posted by

Alanna Stuart on Mar 27, 2015

REAL TALK, LANA!
DrSunshine
  1. 4260 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

#4246 @CMAC that would be sooooo awesome. Do it. Please!
Emma Godmere
  1. 4261 posted by

Emma Godmere on Mar 27, 2015

Amen, Lana Gay. Amen.
marie_curious
  1. 4262 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

Lana don't makeme cry again!


... I mean do. Please do that.



No Longer Lurking
  1. 4263 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

They built this station, they built this station on mus-ic ne-rds....
boders
  1. 4264 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

Needing your sun Lana. Have a beauty show. Looking forward to it.
TheIceman
  1. 4265 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

Meeting Lana Gay at the Radio 3 picnic. What a great hug!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
morgana
  1. 4266 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

HERE COMES THE SUN!!
garfielduk
  1. 4267 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@CMac #4246, Thank you!
smalliebigs
  1. 4268 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

Hi, Lana! So nice to hear your voice! 

You were such a gracious, lovely person when we met you at Sneaky Dee's a couple of years back, and you keep a steady stream of fun content coming at us on Facebook every day. You're a champ. An absolute champ.

mcfflyer
  1. 4269 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Oops.  Forgot to change my blog photo.
rebbey
  1. 4270 posted by

rebbey on Mar 27, 2015 Emma awesome pic! Hah

mixup
  1. 4271 posted by

mixup on Mar 27, 2015

HI LANA!

YOU ARE A BEAUTIFUL PERSON!!

darbarspecial
  1. 4272 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Nice :)
SamaraS
  1. 4273 posted by

SamaraS on Mar 27, 2015

<3 LLLAAANNNAAARRRAAAMMMAAA!!! <3 BRING THE SUN!!!!! <3
canadajanes
  1. 4274 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Alanna!!!! You were always my favourite of the non-core hosts (Vish, Craig, Grant Lana Lisa).
McS
  1. 4275 posted by

McS on Mar 27, 2015

Yeahhhhhhh!!!!! so glad to hear this song!!!
carlyg
  1. 4276 posted by

carlyg on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Lana! Happy last show!
marie_curious
  1. 4277 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

WWWWOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!¡!!!!!!!!
morgana
  1. 4278 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

@alanna #4259 hey lady, nice to see you here today!
laurita.snow
  1. 4279 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

LANAAAA! YAAAAAAAAAAAAY!

You are a damn fine woman; sunny, talented, interesting, engaging, what a role model!

AND YAYYYYYYYY I'LL BRING THE SUN!

flannel tom
  1. 4280 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

Party on, Lana Gay! 
MikeV
  1. 4281 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

 I'll Bring The Sun, I'll Bring The Sun. I'll Bring The Sun
MrFussyfont
  1. 4282 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

WOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!

YOU ALWAYS BRING THE SUN, LANA! LOVE YOU!

TheRadioHead
  1. 4283 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

This makes me happier than I can say, Lana.  Laugh/cry
flagpole music
  1. 4284 posted by

flagpole music on Mar 27, 2015

yeah!!!  Thank you Lana!!

"I'll Bring the Sun" is absolutely the best choice!!!

Lauren Burrows
  1. 4285 posted by

Lauren Burrows on Mar 27, 2015

Yay! So happy to hear this!
Chopz87
  1. 4286 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

This is my second last Lana show, the first one fell on my birthday.
westcrunch
  1. 4287 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

So many warm fuzzy feelings. Hi Lana!
kidcauley
  1. 4288 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

This song reminds me of highschool when I got a free Arts & Crafts sampler being handed out at a concert - this was one of my fav songs on it!
DrSunshine
  1. 4289 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

Lanarama brings the Sun to R3!
ggnewton
  1. 4290 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

6 years a lurker.  Rarely a poster.  Grant, Sir, you rock and are truly an inspiration and marvelous human being.  #3879.  Wow.  Just wow.  
CDNz1
  1. 4291 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!
Frankus
  1. 4292 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

OH LANA! This song is like walking on sunshine!!! So lovely and bright and wonderful!
canadajanes
  1. 4293 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Lana - I loved meeting you at SXSW a few years back. You really made that whole trip. Especially loved the 4:00 AM run in after the riot at the Death from Above show...
Swithers
  1. 4294 posted by

Swithers on Mar 27, 2015

I've only started listening to Radio 3 with regularity like this week and I'm getting really emotional about everything changing. Thanks for the good tunes Louise, Grant, and Lana.
mcfflyer
  1. 4295 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Pat 4283 - Me too.


loweeda
  1. 4296 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

This is a great Jason Collett song. 

I'm going to go home soon (because I "worked" through my lunch break) but I'll catch up with everyone when I get home.

with a whiskey ;)

kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 4297 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

:') 
Silvorgold
  1. 4298 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

Remember the "meat draw" episode of Foodie Friday? that was one of my favourite Lanarama memories, or the valentines day episode where Lana got Scott Muc (I think?) to eat a bunch of aphrodisiac foods before a big valentines date
Emma Godmere
  1. 4299 posted by

Emma Godmere on Mar 27, 2015

@rebbey: Keeping it old school. Also, all the talk of Sneaky Dee's nachos arriving in the R3 Toronto office today and yesterday (I am so sadly not there to enjoy it) brings me back to my first time meeting YOU at Sneak's here in TO those years ago! 
werdo
  1. 4300 posted by

werdo on Mar 27, 2015

gotta get in on this...thanks to Lana and Grant for the years of new (to me) music and for turning me into a Canadian Indie Junkie!

As long as they still bring the new, r3 will still rock

laurita.snow
  1. 4301 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

Lana, you bring the sun! always! Are you going to be at the picnic in June?
garfielduk
  1. 4302 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@chopz #4286, It takes a special host to get 2 last shows on the same station
Shonica
  1. 4303 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Jason Collett is one of my first R3 artist.
I went out and bought all of his albums after I started listening to R3!
mcfflyer
  1. 4304 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Lana, I told you years ago that you really do bring the sun to Radio3.  :)
canadajanes
  1. 4305 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

ggnewton - Glad you came on to post today! And you to werdo and everyone else!
TheIceman
  1. 4306 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

Lauren - So nice to see you here.

You were the first Radio3 host I ever met. You presented me with a Sirius radio and the love affair with Radio 3 was forever cemented.

MoniSki
  1. 4307 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

HI LANAA!!!!!!!! 


Just wanted to tell you that I remember commenting back in the day for the first time on one of your shows, and I remember you reading out the comment and I was like "What! She said my name!!!" It was one of the coolest moments, and it forever hooked me onto R3!!!! I remember you saying Happy Birthday to me on air once too when I first moved to Toronto, and that felt special as well. Can't believe listeners won't get that feeling after today! You brought the sun, and it's been great having you live on the air :) You're amazing person, and your voice will be missed!!!!!

PhilipST
  1. 4308 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

So nice to hear Lana's voice, and Jason Collett's. I got to make myself a very late lunch. Thank you, Lana, I'll be listening, if not blogging for a few minutes. 
CDNz1
  1. 4309 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

TO ALL OF THE NEW BLOGGIES:

You can find many of us on the Book Of Face and the Twitterz...

Christine McAvoy
  1. 4310 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

Actually the first bit of our meetup starts at 5pm, right when Lana is done, so hopefully we can find internet and I can get my laptop to participate and we can start it right after she's done!
rebecca1234
  1. 4311 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

let's get the heart beat going...tribe called red


nvp
  1. 4312 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


i'm a pale guy, pass the SPF35 please!

deiru
  1. 4313 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

I'll bring the sun.... sob sob.......
rebbey
  1. 4314 posted by

rebbey on Mar 27, 2015 Emma - we were nacho soulmates, if I remember correctly!? Haha so good. Hope I get to see you when I'm in TO later this year! (October!)

Chopz87
  1. 4315 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

@garf - truer words have not been spoken.
mj2k1
  1. 4316 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

hi Lana. You're the best
Alanna Stuart
  1. 4317 posted by

Alanna Stuart on Mar 27, 2015

Dudes, it's fun on here, as a listener. Listening with new ears.
StephRamsahai
  1. 4318 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

LANA!!!!!

I'M NOT GONNA GET TO HEAR YOUR WHOLE SHOW TODAY SO I'M GONNA POST THIS NOW. YOU'RE AN AMAZING HOST AND YOU'LL BE GREATLY MISSED! I'M SO GLAD THAT I GOT TO MEET YOU AT POLARIS LAST YEAR AND I HOPE TO SEE YOU AROUND MORE OFTEN!!!!!!!!!!!!

ROCK ON, CHIQUITA!!!!

KristaMark
  1. 4319 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

LANA   I can't believe this is your last show!  

You are such an AMAZING person and great advocate for GOOD FRIGGIN MUSIC!!


Cicero
  1. 4320 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

Aww, Lana, my ray of radio sunshine! You're like my music and pop-culture twin - the Dolly love, the food frenzy, the japandroids - I can always count on you for something wild, wacky and totally up my particular alley.

You always bring a smile to my face! Thanks for being so dedicated and such a gracious hostess! I hope I see you at the R3 picnic!

laurita.snow
  1. 4321 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Shonica: agreed! so many good summer songs from that guy! "love song to Canada', 'High Summer', 'Parry Sound'...

I learned from High Summer "What A Real Canadian Can Do" means. It still baffles me how people can do that.

marie_curious
  1. 4322 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

Guys, you're all coming to the NxNE picnic. No Excuses!!!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 4323 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

I've just managed to pull myself together.
SamaraS
  1. 4324 posted by

SamaraS on Mar 27, 2015

Alanna Stuart I will miss your voice too! Delicious mellifluousness <3
TheIceman
  1. 4325 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

Each of the hosts brought their own personality to the Radio and their musical selection.

I love and appreciate the musical direction of all of you.

...and I will miss that so much.

jdurley
  1. 4326 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

You guys, I made a playlist of Grants show (songs that were playlistable) if you're interested.
fictionjunkie
  1. 4327 posted by

fictionjunkie on Mar 27, 2015

Lana - I've loved listening to your shows over the past few years and I will miss hearing your sunny, smiling voice regularly.

Also that you for DFA1979 as I had never heard them before and will never not hear them without thinking of you, even though we've never met.

)
westcrunch
  1. 4328 posted by

westcrunch on Mar 27, 2015

Lana, you always have friends in Winnipeg! Hope to see you at Winnipeg Folk Fest this summer

<3 I have to depart but I repeat: I fucking love you people. THANK YOU FOR THE FRIENDSHIPS.

See you on the blog next week. And in person very soon (I hope).

xoxoxoxoxoxox

No Longer Lurking
  1. 4329 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Thank you jdurley!
SamaraS
  1. 4330 posted by

SamaraS on Mar 27, 2015

@marie_curious - I am coming for my hug (though I need it right now... hurry up and get home Old Abe!)
darbarspecial
  1. 4331 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

@Alanna - I am so glad you could join us here! :D
TheIceman
  1. 4332 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

The question is, will the park be big enough for all of us?
Chopz87
  1. 4333 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

Lana used her rock star status to get me in to see Rah Rah  at the Horseshoe Tavern last summer so I am forever grateful to you for that.
Shonica
  1. 4334 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

westcrunch yes we do need to see each other IRL!
Funhog
  1. 4335 posted by

Funhog on Mar 27, 2015

Yes thanks Jdurley!


JonDixon
  1. 4336 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

Lana, come back to the Yukon.  We'll go camping and I promise to minimize the number of flat tires!
canadajanes
  1. 4337 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

I rarely got to listen to your full shows as I usually left work about half way through your time, but you were always a great way to end the day, Lana. Always so positive. We need more of that in our lives.
zammachus
  1. 4338 posted by

zammachus on Mar 27, 2015

Iceman

You're right. We should rent out the Skydome instead.

rebecca1234
  1. 4339 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

man my funeral is going to be a long dance party, adding this playlist too!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
darbarspecial
  1. 4340 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

@marie_curious - And you have no excuses to not come to Gateway Festival. :p
evensteven
  1. 4341 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

This girl from PURITY RING absolutely kills me!

PURRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR

No Longer Lurking
  1. 4342 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@TheIceman - I'm going to need a bigger keg this year...
jdurley
  1. 4343 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

LANA - you are the absolute best! I'll miss your shows a LOT. But I know you'll keep on bringing the sun wherever you go!
canadajanes
  1. 4344 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Shit. I need to pull myself together for this interview. I'll be back when that trainwreck is over.
Lana Gay
  1. 4345 posted by

Lana Gay on Mar 27, 2015

HELLO EVERYONE!
Cicero
  1. 4346 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

Group hug!
Silvorgold
  1. 4347 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

Lana, I'll always remember Folk Fest last year when we SHUT IT DOWN! 
WildWorks
  1. 4348 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Hello Lana! :)
evensteven
  1. 4349 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

Hey, LANA :)
MPCurley
  1. 4350 posted by

MPCurley on Mar 27, 2015

HELLO LANA!!!!
Shonica
  1. 4351 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

This has been a day and a half! I have done nothing but sit here at my desk and try to keep up. No work was done at all. 
JonDixon
  1. 4352 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

I MISSED THE HAND OFF

MOTHERFUCKER

Who recorded it? I know someone did...

WildWorks
  1. 4353 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

An e-hug to Lana. :)
No Longer Lurking
  1. 4354 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Hello lovely Lana Gay!
hotpatch
  1. 4355 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

after all music nerds are the coolest nerds of all, that's why i love all you R3 nerds out there
canadajanes
  1. 4356 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

LANA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
No Longer Lurking
  1. 4357 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@JD - Garf has got you covered.
garfielduk
  1. 4358 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@MC #4322, If I had the money I would
DrSunshine
  1. 4359 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

#4345 Hello LANA! Glad to have caught the Gay Power Hour yesterday. Lucky day. And with Tom Powers too. Very nice.
Lana Gay
  1. 4360 posted by

Lana Gay on Mar 27, 2015

You guys are making me cry over here! You guys are such a wonderful group of people.
laurita.snow
  1. 4361 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Steph: MY THOUGHTS EXACTLY!

@ Lana: You are a lovely, talented woman who has proven to be a role model, an inspiration, and so so wonderful to listen to every day. Thank you for all that you've done, and all that you will do. I'm sure it'll be wonderful.

Nachos at Sneaky Dee's when/if I come to the R3 picnic this year??? :D

Much Much love and warmth from the Nation's Capital!

deiru
  1. 4362 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

LANARAMA!!!!!!!!!!
hotpatch
  1. 4363 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

of course the music really, really rocks today
No Longer Lurking
  1. 4364 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Braids...oh be still my heart.
ryanmaksymic
  1. 4365 posted by

ryanmaksymic on Mar 27, 2015

Last year one of my friends introduced me to a girl that he went to university with.

It turned out to be Lana Gay!

Small world!

OpalJagger
  1. 4366 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

Holy guacamole Lana, Purity Ring and Braids' new songs back-to-back?? YOU'RE THE BEST :)
Christine McAvoy
  1. 4367 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

I always think that this miniskirt song is Lowell, so much more her speed...
rebbey
  1. 4368 posted by

rebbey on Mar 27, 2015 Is chopz still around? I'm just watching the video now and heard him say San Juan.... I'm going there in two weeks! (For 4 hours....)

canadajanes
  1. 4369 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

I really love this song.

FUCk THE PATRIARCHY!!!!

kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 4370 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

@Lana: thanks a billion. I feel like a wreck right now. hugs!
WildWorks
  1. 4371 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

I wonder if Lana will have any guests on the final show?
mj2k1
  1. 4372 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

It's kind of scary how Lana wins the internet usually on a regular basis WHILE STILL LIVE HOSTING.  Imagine all the things she can do with an extra 4 hours.  
No Longer Lurking
  1. 4373 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@OpalJagger - They are touring the UK together next month, very much looking forward to that show.
evensteven
  1. 4374 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

Anyone else thinking the decision makers at CBC are thinking... "My god, what have we done?"
Cicero
  1. 4375 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@CanadaJanes- YEAAH! SMASH THE PATRIACHY BRO!


MPCurley
  1. 4376 posted by

MPCurley on Mar 27, 2015

@Lana  You just brought the sun here in Calgary!  It's actually just cleared up, right on schedule for patio beers!
centropomus
  1. 4377 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

@evensteven --- no, I think they're wondering what they can cut next.
ryanmaksymic
  1. 4378 posted by

ryanmaksymic on Mar 27, 2015

The new Braids album is going to be completely bonkers
JonDixon
  1. 4379 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@evensteven sadly...probably not.
deiru
  1. 4380 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

I AM STARTING TO BECOME A TRAIN WRECK

@LANA PLEASE SAY YOU ARE GOING TO PLAY TRAIN WRECK 1979 TODAY

mj2k1
  1. 4381 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@evensteven: probably not.  This is the format most shows on Sirius are already on.  I don't think we'll really notice too much of a change in about a month to be honest.

On a plus side, live shows even if they are only once in a while are going to be super extra special.

flannel tom
  1. 4382 posted by

flannel tom on Mar 27, 2015

I have to go to the bike shop, and then meet the girls for supper at the new deli in the neighbourhood. 

So thanks, Grant, for the ridiculous show today. Unreal.

And thank you Lana, a gem as always.

CDNz1
  1. 4383 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

A long time ago...

Lana replied to my email..."Welcome, thanks for listening! Do you know about the CBC Radio 3 blog?"


Life-changing, I tell you.


mj2k1
  1. 4384 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

LANA DO YOU HAVE THE MSTRKRFT REMIX OF SEXY RESULTS? :)
reginula
  1. 4385 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

I thank YOU, Canada.
SamaraS
  1. 4386 posted by

SamaraS on Mar 27, 2015

@CDNz1 #4383 (!!!) - that's the best
Chopz87
  1. 4387 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

YOUNG GALAXY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
centropomus
  1. 4388 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

@Lana --- I won't be able to stay long, but just wanted to say thank you for being my work partner all of these years. You, Grant, Lisa, Craig, Vish, and the others have impeded my productivity since 2007. And I've enjoyed (almost) every minute of it. You always bring the sun!!!
rebecca1234
  1. 4389 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

sob, cry
Cicero
  1. 4390 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

I don't know why I bothered to put on make-up today. I'm going to cry it all off by the time I get on the bus, the way things are going.
luckymaloo
  1. 4391 posted by

luckymaloo on Mar 27, 2015

Wow. Just wowowowowow. Love to Lana & Grant this is one of the best afternoons of music ever.xo
Chopz87
  1. 4392 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

@Rebbey - NO WAY?!?!?!!? JUST FOR 4 HOURS????
rebecca1234
  1. 4393 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

i am too tough to cry, i had 3 kids and many dogs, i...somethin is in my eye
MPCurley
  1. 4394 posted by

MPCurley on Mar 27, 2015

@Cicero  So then at the Palomino I should just look for the girl with mascara streaming down her cheeks?
TheIceman
  1. 4395 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

Okay listening in the car until I get home.

Lots of love to you Lana!

kidcauley
  1. 4396 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

so much good music :)
Sless
  1. 4397 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Lana

I never get to take part in the blog during your show but am always listening in the car.

Thank you so much for being such a great host! I loved your interviews with guests and your little tid-bits of music knowledge. Because of you I've been able to talk about Canadian music and its artists and seem like a PRO!

While it is that live hosting is coming to an end. I look forward to hearing more from you and Grant on the other side.

Monday is my birthday and since the news broke about the end of live hosting, I have not been looking forward to it because it means. Sad I know, but change happens, no matter who's birthday it is.

hotpatch
  1. 4398 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

i gotta go now, but will be listening and i'll try to get back on before Lana's done

it's been a fun ride!

evensteven
  1. 4399 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

MJ2K1... YUP
Cicero
  1. 4400 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

Dammit Lana, your goal was to create a river of tears, wasn't it? IF SO CONSIDER THE DAY WON.
flagpole music
  1. 4401 posted by

flagpole music on Mar 27, 2015

it's 90 here. I'm dismissing everything as sweat. including sweaty eyeballs.  #lying #airconon #perfectlycoolinside 
evensteven
  1. 4402 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

BRAIDS!!! was awesome

Lowel, Purity Ring, Luyas. Austra, Grimes... Love that kind of stuff!

YSP, Metric Hannah, Hey Ocean, Paper Moon, Land of Talk, Coeur De Pirate

Discovered all these talented Gals HERE!

Alanna Stuart
  1. 4403 posted by

Alanna Stuart on Mar 27, 2015

So much love in here!
Cicero
  1. 4404 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@MPCurley - Pretty much. And a leather jacket.
rebecca1234
  1. 4405 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

unlike alot of ppl we are not saying goodbye to you, they better be still paying you
OpalJagger
  1. 4406 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

@NLL: both of them?! together??! I just recently found out my gf loves Purity Ring as much as I do, and one of my favorite shows ever was watching Braids in Halifax a couple years ago - I would KILL to watch the two of them in concert

@Chopz, YES YOUNG GALAXY NOW IS OUR TIME

mcfflyer
  1. 4407 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

I'm glad Lana came on.  Gives me a chance to regroup before it all starts again...
marie_curious
  1. 4408 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

Lana are you coming to the picnic this year?
Christine McAvoy
  1. 4409 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

@Alana <3 <3 <3


Did you watch the tribute video yet?

evensteven
  1. 4410 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Alanna!

Gotta finally take a break.

I'll be back.

No Longer Lurking
  1. 4411 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@OpalJagger - I couldn't believe my luck when I saw Braids were the support.  That is going to be one incredible show. 
Cicero
  1. 4412 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@Alanna - So much love!
jdurley
  1. 4413 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

@Reginula - HOW LONG UNTIL YOU GO MEET STARS???
Snarf
  1. 4414 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

"Get your act together, please " Lana to everyone. Haha
jdurley
  1. 4415 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

WHERE'S MY WHISKEY, GOD DAMN IT!
garfielduk
  1. 4416 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@CMac #4409, Any idea where I am in the video, so I know when to skip past it.
Chopz87
  1. 4417 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

Does anybody know Rebbey's name on Facebook?
JonDixon
  1. 4418 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

Whoa whoa whoa.

There's whiskey?!?!?! Why didn't I get any?!?!

WildWorks
  1. 4419 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Like that Lana is taking it nice and slowly with the tracks being played now. :)
mj2k1
  1. 4420 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@chopz She's a Gladney
mcfflyer
  1. 4421 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Garf 4416 - Stop saying that!  But what happened to your hair and beard????
Christine McAvoy
  1. 4422 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

@chopz i'll send it to you
OpalJagger
  1. 4423 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

@NLL, you're going? I have no idea when Braids is anywhere close next, but I'm planning to catch Purity Ring at the Ottawa Bluesfest this summer
himymothra
  1. 4424 posted by

himymothra on Mar 27, 2015

sole brother is a great tune
fresh ginger
  1. 4425 posted by

fresh ginger on Mar 27, 2015

JDURLZ: I love that playlist. I tried, but the paler lagged so many times (and what? My daughter needed help icing cakes?!) That I failed to get them all. YOU DA BOMB.
rebecca1234
  1. 4426 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

playlist is amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
WildWorks
  1. 4427 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Had to tweet to Born Ruffians and they retweeted. :) 
Chopz87
  1. 4428 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

thank you all!
canadajanes
  1. 4429 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Couldn't sit down for the past 4 hours. Thanks for some chill music Lana so I can sit again.
jdurley
  1. 4430 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

@Jack Disco - there is no whiskey in my cabinet. I have failed utterly.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 4431 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

This is a killer set that Lana is spinning.  So happy (and yet so sad...)
Lana Gay
  1. 4432 posted by

Lana Gay on Mar 27, 2015

I keep having visitors pop in, trying to keep it up beat, but some tracks are getting by me!

Also - GARF I GOT YOUR CHOCOLATES YOU LOVELY GUY!

garfielduk
  1. 4433 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Mcfflyer #4421, It's my voice that bothers me not so much my face.  It was too long so I got rid of it about 2 weeks ago.  The intention was to take the beard right back and trim the hair but I slipped and cut a big hole in my hair, so it all had to come off.  (think when Penny cut Sheldons hair)
Chopz87
  1. 4434 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

EVERYBODY GET ON THE YOUNG GALAXY WAGON!!!!!!!!!!!!
WildWorks
  1. 4435 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

@Lana Is Colton one of the visitors? :)
Cicero
  1. 4436 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@Lana - I agree though - this is a killer set.
JonDixon
  1. 4437 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@jdurley

That is devastating news. How are you ever going to switch to whiskey if you don't have any!?!?! You're an adult dammit, you should have these things covered!!

OpalJagger
  1. 4438 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

I think of any of the hosts, Lana's choices have always been my favorite. Sets like these are the reason why, you got it @NLL
Snarf
  1. 4439 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

garf - you have a lovely voice! Trivia Tuesday is the first time I can remember hearing it, and now I read your posts in your charming lilt.

(But I hate my voice, too, and avoid hearing it. I think a lot of people don't like the sound of their own voice)

MikeV
  1. 4440 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

@garfielduk You got an English accent! Go with it. You know if you ever move to North America you will automatically get a show about literature with an accent like that.
Michael
  1. 4441 posted by

Michael on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks for all the music over the years Lana.
laurita.snow
  1. 4442 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

YOU GUYS! totally unrelated but I just got offered a 1000$ scholarship for my first year of school! It's only 500$ a semester which is basically 1 class a semester BUT STILL.
Chopz87
  1. 4443 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

@LANA - Do you know what would be upbeat? We have Everything by YOUNG GALAXY!
marie_curious
  1. 4444 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

Yes Young Galaxy! But only something good. Their good stuff is great and their bad stuff is unlistenable.
garfielduk
  1. 4445 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@MikeV #4440, but who will read all the big words for me?
garjoh
  1. 4446 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

"We have Everything by YOUNG GALAXY!" 

-Seconded


PS They should have started another blog for Lana, this is crashing my browser.

MPCurley
  1. 4447 posted by

MPCurley on Mar 27, 2015

@Laurita  Hey, money is money!  Congrats!
OpalJagger
  1. 4448 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

What do you count as their bad stuff @m_c?
garjoh
  1. 4449 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

@Laurita: Contrats!! Wow! :)
evensteven
  1. 4450 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

Laurita... #4442

Is it a Canadian thing to put the "$" after the number?

marie_curious
  1. 4451 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

[4443]: Nonono! New Summer!
mj2k1
  1. 4452 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

Kinda surprised by the lack of requests for Rich Aucoin today
zammachus
  1. 4453 posted by

zammachus on Mar 27, 2015

Subtitled for today: We Have Everything (except a properly hosted radio station)
dawn.h
  1. 4454 posted by

dawn.h on Mar 27, 2015

jdurley

I bought some visiting Monica in Ireland.. and never opened it. haha. too bad you're clear across town and it's rush hour. and I'm (trying to) work.

kirkofdoom
  1. 4455 posted by

kirkofdoom on Mar 27, 2015

I think I missed Lana's second break, I don't think I have heard her since the intro D:

(but I was listening away from the computer for a while, so I guess that could have been it...)

MikeV
  1. 4456 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

@garfielduk You're English. Pronounce them as you wish.
WildWorks
  1. 4457 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Ruby Jean and The Thoughtful Bees would be upbeat and haven't heard for a long time.
zammachus
  1. 4458 posted by

zammachus on Mar 27, 2015

evensteven

It's a French thing, mainly.

JonDixon
  1. 4459 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

Soooooo

I have to keep pausing this video so I'm not sitting at my desk crying.

darbarspecial
  1. 4460 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

WOOOOOOHOOOOOO!!!!! JERK IT!
jdurley
  1. 4461 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

@Jack Disco - things could not be worse. I just checked the beer fridge. No beer, either. What the Holy F has become of me?? 
erinev
  1. 4462 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

PARTY CENTRAL!!!!!!!!!!!!
luckymaloo
  1. 4463 posted by

luckymaloo on Mar 27, 2015

mmhm!
rebbey
  1. 4464 posted by

rebbey on Mar 27, 2015 Kirk I haven't either haha whooooops

Snarf
  1. 4465 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

kirk - I think she is playing hostess (as per her post) I haven't heard her either
darbarspecial
  1. 4466 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Lana keeps getting visitors distracting her.
JonDixon
  1. 4467 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

Well I certainly can't jerk it at the office.

That's how you get fired.

Although I suppose that's ALSO how a bunch of pornos start...

garfielduk
  1. 4468 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@ES #4450, I think it's an unofficial way to differentiate between the US and CDN dollar
Christine McAvoy
  1. 4469 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

YESSSSSSSS


Double Rainbow Unicorn Dance Party!

Double Rainbow Unicorn Dance Party!

Double Rainbow Unicorn Dance Party!

Double Rainbow Unicorn Dance Party!

Double Rainbow Unicorn Dance Party!

marie_curious
  1. 4470 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

@OpalJ: Anything from Shapeshifting except Cover Your Tracks
Chopz87
  1. 4471 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

There is no such thing as bad Young Galaxy!
Lauren Burrows
  1. 4472 posted by

Lauren Burrows on Mar 27, 2015

Thunderheist! Yes ma'am!
evensteven
  1. 4473 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks ZAM!!!
Cicero
  1. 4474 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@Laurita! that's awesome - great news with the scholarship, lady!


mj2k1
  1. 4475 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

Great song!!! I have a Bonjay remix of this buried on my ipod somewhere.
TheRadioHead
  1. 4476 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

OMG, THIS is the song that I will always connect with Lanarama.  Jerk It. 


Don't take that personally, Lana. But man we had some laughs around that song.

MPCurley
  1. 4477 posted by

MPCurley on Mar 27, 2015

@Kirkofdoom  I don't there has been a second break yet.  Unless it happened during my exactly 60 second pee break...
Lauren Burrows
  1. 4478 posted by

Lauren Burrows on Mar 27, 2015

p.s. Christine that video is excellent <3
jdurley
  1. 4479 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

@dawn.h - WHAT??!! This situation is unacceptable.
Cicero
  1. 4480 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

BOOTYBOOTYBOOTY
kidcauley
  1. 4481 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

This is perenially on my work out playlist!
Lana Gay
  1. 4482 posted by

Lana Gay on Mar 27, 2015

Hi! I swear I'm here but people keep stopping by, which is lovely! And I'm trying to program too - a busy one, a good one, and apparently there's a few surprise guests? 
TheRadioHead
  1. 4483 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

Such a great, great song.
rebecca1234
  1. 4484 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

hubby home, don't slow down,lets show them how popular it all is


mj2k1
  1. 4485 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@theradiohead: there'a new song out called "Let's Jack" and it always reminds me of this and that makes me think of Lana's show specifically where I heard it first
MoniSki
  1. 4486 posted by

MoniSki on Mar 27, 2015

Dawn you still have Irish Whiskey in the cupboard after all these years!!!
SamaraS
  1. 4487 posted by

SamaraS on Mar 27, 2015

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!
EMc2
  1. 4488 posted by

EMc2 on Mar 27, 2015

I just want to say I will really miss live hosting.  I have not been a consistent listener, but for years, whenever my days jobs have allowed, I have tuned in as much as possible, and worked to the sound of radio 3 live hosting shows.Every time my blog comments were read aloud, it astonished me to be able to have such a family feel to a radio program that was reaching people all over the world.   And the Fashion Fightclub episode with the bracket competition to determine the ultimate article of clothing is something I will remember forever.I love the music, but is has felt more connected because of the personalities of the hosts, and how it was possible to engage in the conversation and affect the course of the show.I will really miss that. 
Snarf
  1. 4489 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

I also associate Lana with song names that are awkward to say on air. Because she giggles and then I am laughing at my desk.
jdurley
  1. 4490 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

@LSNOW - Congrats on the Scholarship!! I figure thats $1000 you can now spend to come to Toronto for NXNE, non?

(Maybe this is why I'm not an economist)

Christine McAvoy
  1. 4491 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

I'm seriously having a Double Rainbow Unicorn Dance Party!

This was in the playlist I made for Lana...in 2010!!!!

WildWorks
  1. 4492 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

@MoniSki Your pic, is it me or does Vish not look happy or pleased? :)
Chopz87
  1. 4493 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

I want some jerk chicken now
JonDixon
  1. 4494 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@jdurley well shit - I guess you'll have to go find the mouthwash.  Or get into the cough syrup
laurita.snow
  1. 4495 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

thanks guys :)

@ Evensteven: Good question! I think in Quebec they put the $ sign either before or after...whatever Ontario doesn't do, basically :P

Switters
  1. 4496 posted by

Switters on Mar 27, 2015

It's been cloudy in Calgary all day but, but the sun came out during Lana's intro and "I'll bring the sun"
Scuba
  1. 4497 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

I was just thinking about that song earlier today.... awesome.


carlyg
  1. 4498 posted by

carlyg on Mar 27, 2015

All the best things happen in beer gardens!!!
JonDixon
  1. 4499 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

I showed here around 2010, not too long before they shut down the basement.
flagpole music
  1. 4500 posted by

flagpole music on Mar 27, 2015

I need Lana to play something terrible so I can go wash the pot I cooked lunch in (Mac & Cheese, if you're curious)
zammachus
  1. 4501 posted by

zammachus on Mar 27, 2015

Reposting this because it was lost in the flood (of posts and tears) at the end of Grant's show and I really want you all to see it.

Weeks after I first jumped on the blog, I had my first anxiety attack that I actually identified as such. It has been a years-long battle, and still ongoing, but I now have most of it under control.

I cannot put to words just how important a role Radio 3 has played in making that possible. When I was at my lowest, this incredible community took my hand and helped pull me to my feet.

Thank you, each and every one of you.

jdurley
  1. 4502 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

@Jack Disco - oh, it's not THAT bad - I just wanted beer and whiskey, and I have wine and weird liqueurs. 
Snarf
  1. 4503 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

Where in the timeline do you land? Fall 2011: 3.5 years but a total nubbie as the timeline shows.
garfielduk
  1. 4504 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Lana, so remind me how you ended up sat in a bath of baked beans Lana.
Christine McAvoy
  1. 4505 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

Oh if anyone who has access to the timeline... my name is spelled wrong in the Fan Of the Year section. No big deal, but it keeps being pointed out to me...
WildWorks
  1. 4506 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Lauren Burrows, awww how we miss her too.
evensteven
  1. 4507 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

LANA...

U literally brought the SUN in New Jersey.

First time it's been sunny here in days!

Am I right, PhilipST?

laurita.snow
  1. 4508 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Lana-when I fit into the timeline: Started listening to shows/podcasts a few months prior, then officially joined the blog right around Tracks On Tracks :D
JonDixon
  1. 4509 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@jdurley

your challenge is to experiment with said liqueurs and find a tasty drink in there somewhere

Christine McAvoy
  1. 4510 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!


OMG Lana you played MYYYYYY Favourite DFA song!!!!

deiru
  1. 4511 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

@LANA THIS IS THE SONG i PREDICTED YESTERDAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

KristaMark
  1. 4512 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

Lana, everything is meant to be! 
mj2k1
  1. 4513 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

I saw DFA not that along ago. They are a rock and roll band.  Like, if you look up "rock and roll band" in the dictionary you see their weird elephant logo
OpalJagger
  1. 4514 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

@Christine, I won one of the gift certificates from iTunes for those playlists! Actually one of my most cherished accomplishments ever, no joke haha

@m_c, no waaay! there were at least two or three other good songs on there..."We Have Everything" and "Peripheral Visionaries"?

deiru
  1. 4515 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

NOW PLEASE SAY THE CONS TRACK WILL BE NIGHTTIME/ANYTIME!
Lauren Burrows
  1. 4516 posted by

Lauren Burrows on Mar 27, 2015

Loving the shoutouts! Miss you too Wildworks, TheIceman, and any other old fogies who used to tune in way back in the day. 
KristaMark
  1. 4517 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

CRANK IT!   DFA!!! 
mj2k1
  1. 4518 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

Night time. Any time.  Lanarama is alright.
Cicero
  1. 4519 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!
darbarspecial
  1. 4520 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

I am not sure of the time line exactly, but I must have stumbled on Grant's podcast late 2006 or early 2007. That led me to the web and discovering Craig and Lana and the other great hosts along with a whole new world of music. I didn't make a profile until Oct/2007 and didn't post until well after that. It has been amazing for me to watch the R3 community flourish and grow through the years and I am happy to have met quite a few of you and hope to meet many more!
darbarspecial
  1. 4521 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

WOOOOOOHOOOOOOOO!!!!! DFA!!!!!!!
Sless
  1. 4522 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

DFA 1979 CRANKEDDDD
kidcauley
  1. 4523 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

I <3 Zammy!!!
garfielduk
  1. 4524 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

I started listening to the podcasts around 2007/8 and created an account soon after.  I didn't become a regular until I started eating more fibre after the NxNE showcase in 2010
Christine McAvoy
  1. 4525 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

Aidan Knight is posting Radio 3 memories on the twitters...
rebecca1234
  1. 4526 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwoooooooooooooooooooooooooooo
jdurley
  1. 4527 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

ZAMM - I'm so glad I've gotten to know you! You rock!
kidcauley
  1. 4528 posted by

kidcauley on Mar 27, 2015

OMG YES! NEVER ENOUGH JAPANDROIDS
mj2k1
  1. 4529 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

I found the blog via New Music Canada while loading up my playlist full of Ladyhawk/Constantines/Attack In Black.  Then I found out that you can make people play them live for you on air if you kept requesting them enough.
Sless
  1. 4530 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

Japandroid Hat Trick today!

I've heard House That Heaven Built 3 times now!

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!

rebbey
  1. 4531 posted by

rebbey on Mar 27, 2015 WHAT KIDCAULEY SAID

dawn.h
  1. 4532 posted by

dawn.h on Mar 27, 2015

Jenn Monica

Yup. my Bushmills Blackbush with a nice layer of dust on it.

I drink my booze on the outside.. mostly.

(how long is Lana's show on for? how far away is Jenn's house? haha)

mj2k1
  1. 4533 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

I could probably hear this song all day every day for the rest of my life and I would never get sick of it
jdurley
  1. 4534 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

OH OH OH OH OH OH OH!!

JAPANDROIDS AGAIN!!!! YESSSSS!!

Cicero
  1. 4535 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

I think the first thing I ever listened to was Lisa Christiansen playing Black Mountain. Then I stuck around, and hopped on the blog - Lana's show was the first one, and she read my first comment out on the air, and I was hooked. It had to be around 2010? give or take - and from there, I got caught up in this incredible community and the great music and hosts, and I've been lost to the rest of the world ever since!
WildWorks
  1. 4536 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Again! :) Can never get sick of The House That Heaven Built. :D
Scuba
  1. 4537 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

I started with Grant's podcast in 2004 (I still have some of those saved somewhere) and when I got a car with satellite radio in '08, R3 became a commute staple.
Christine McAvoy
  1. 4538 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

i'm fist pumping now haha
jdurley
  1. 4539 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

@Jack Disco - this Cointreau is pretty tasty, but about 1000% sugar, so I'm not sure how much of it I should consume.
nvp
  1. 4540 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


whoa, #foR3ever is trending.

good tweeting folks.

dawn.h
  1. 4541 posted by

dawn.h on Mar 27, 2015

I knew Grant's show would be emotional and sentimental.. but Lana's would kick butt on music. 
Cicero
  1. 4542 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015 HI FIVE LANA!!!!

JAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAPPPPAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAANNNNDROOOOOOOOOOOOOIIIIDS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!

Chopz87
  1. 4543 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

I have a fever and the only prescription is some YOUNG GALAXY!
StephRamsahai
  1. 4544 posted by

StephRamsahai on Mar 27, 2015

SO MANY JAPANDROIDS TODAY!

I LOVE IT!

Christine McAvoy
  1. 4545 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

LANA! I can't wait for Chromeo and Radio Radio. (because knowing you, I know they're coming)

I'm going to dance so hard in my living room! XOXOXOXOXOXO

Trail
  1. 4546 posted by

Trail on Mar 27, 2015

Due to new security at work I do not get to blog any more but I listen at work all the time. But I am at home a bit today and just wanted to say hey and I will miss the current format so much!! 
Snarf
  1. 4547 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

zammachus - I didn't miss your post! Thanks for sharing your experience - I don't think you are alone.

In my opinion one of the good things to come from the internet (and there are lots) is creating relatively safe spaces for people who are struggling to talk and express themselves. 

Sless
  1. 4548 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

#4538

+2

Trail
  1. 4549 posted by

Trail on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks Lana!! 


Shonica
  1. 4550 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Hello Trail,

Nice to see you!

Scuba
  1. 4551 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

@Christine McAvoy - What Chromeo track are you thinking? I'm thinking "Night by Night"
Chopz87
  1. 4552 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

Well poop, I wont be in Puerto Rico when Rebbey comes around.
mj2k1
  1. 4553 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

Let's get FUCKED UP 

on the radio

laurita.snow
  1. 4554 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

<3 Zamm. 

Y'know, I really didn't used to like this song. Now I LOVE it! Thank you thank you thank you R3!!! <3

WildWorks
  1. 4555 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

I still remember at one of the Polaris Salon, Japandroid's album brought a Summer anthem tune but it clocked in at around 30 minutes in length. :)
rebbey
  1. 4556 posted by

rebbey on Mar 27, 2015 Lana I sent a little something for you guys, so I hope it gets there before you're gone! Check at the front desk on your way out if not maybe (it'll go bad by Monday!!)

No Longer Lurking
  1. 4557 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Speaking of Chromeo, they are doing a HUGE headline show here in London over the summer at Somerset House.  The venue is serially impressive - see here.
mj2k1
  1. 4558 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

Woodhands - Be Back Soon would be a good one
WildWorks
  1. 4559 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

@nvp I'm keeping the #FOR3VER tweet going on. :)
Trail
  1. 4560 posted by

Trail on Mar 27, 2015

Ohh. I had the kids rockin out to Japandroids a bunch yesterady!  They play "air electiric guitar" on their ukelele's


zammachus
  1. 4561 posted by

zammachus on Mar 27, 2015

Cicero

It was indeed 2010, sometime around September or October. You came to the blog days after I did.

mj2k1
  1. 4562 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

play some Dolly or some Prince
TheRadioHead
  1. 4563 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

DFA 1979 = Lana
Shonica
  1. 4564 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Chopz

That's too bad you will miss Rebbey when she visits.

Christine McAvoy
  1. 4565 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

Re: what Chromeo song... I'm thinking HOT MESS!!!! highly appropriate for my face today haha
laurita.snow
  1. 4566 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ mJ2k1: YAH!

I just can't keep from saying how much I love you guys! I only have 1 more hour left!!!

Cicero
  1. 4567 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

@Zam - that's when I returned to the blog - so it must have been about a year before that, when I first joined up officially :-)
Christine McAvoy
  1. 4568 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

back in a bit, SUPPLY RUN!
Scuba
  1. 4569 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

R3 has introduced me to all of my favorite artists of the past 10 years.
TheRadioHead
  1. 4570 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

I had decided not to go to DFA because it was too costly, Lana told me that I should sacrifice to see it, that I would regret it if I didn't. 

But thanks to someone's generosity I DID get to go! And her advise was wise indeed, that show was a course changer.

CDNz1
  1. 4571 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Supply Run = Beer Run
JonDixon
  1. 4572 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@jdurey the answer, my dear, is all of it.
mj2k1
  1. 4573 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@tHERADIOHEAD: was that the recent show or back in the day?

I skipped out for the same reasons back in the day but my buddy went and he didn't shut up about it for literally 8 or 9 years until DFA re-united

No Longer Lurking
  1. 4574 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Supply run = need more tissues (and beer)
rebecca1234
  1. 4575 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

we really can not make this stuff up
Chopz87
  1. 4576 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

@Shonica - I know right?
deiru
  1. 4577 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

I am with Russ, Radio 3 has been life changing..... what other radio station could say that!

And I can't believe the amount of artists showing love for Radio 3 on twitter it is just amazing.

MrFussyfont
  1. 4578 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

Christine: great job on the video! Sorry I missed out on it.
kirkofdoom
  1. 4579 posted by

kirkofdoom on Mar 27, 2015

I don't know what this song is, but I was super into it up until it turned into Much Dance Mix '96
mj2k1
  1. 4580 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

Has anyone ever heard of DVAS? I totally forgot about them until literally this second but they have an awesome song called "Society" which is kinda like Chromeo except a lot more better.
evensteven
  1. 4581 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

I finally had the opportunity to look thru and read the entire CBC3 timeline.

really well done!!!

Sless
  1. 4582 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

This song! The Calling (Feat. Ivy Mairi)

Rene Lavice

Is rocking my socks!


JonDixon
  1. 4583 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@mrfussyfont I'm also sad I missed out on it - but it's awesome.  Well done CMac!
MPCurley
  1. 4584 posted by

MPCurley on Mar 27, 2015

The Radio3 timeline makes me wish that present day me had a time machine, so I could travel back in time, smack first year university me upside the head, and tell him to start listening to Radio 3 in 2004, rather than waiting until 2010.
TheRadioHead
  1. 4585 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

The recent show, Matty. With PS I love you and METZ (who I love so so hard) Was going to be sixty buck once the smoke cleared in a shitty theatre with questionable sound.


Turns out they had this city's best sound guy and the show was amazing.

mj2k1
  1. 4586 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

Off to a meeting so won't be here again. Thanks guys for putting up with me. Thanks Lana for all the hard work you've done.  I have only been down in the basement a few times but every damn time I have been down there you were working away totally immersed in something.  You dedicate so much to this shit and we all know it and love you for it.

Rock On.


BWill
  1. 4587 posted by

BWill on Mar 27, 2015

OK friends, I'm off. It has been an emotional roller coaster but I look forward to continuing to chat and hang out with y'all.  
Lana Gay
  1. 4588 posted by

Lana Gay on Mar 27, 2015

@sless So good, right?!
laurita.snow
  1. 4589 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ MPCurley: OH GOD ME TOO!
garjoh
  1. 4590 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

@Alanna: great to have you on the blog today! R3 won't be the same without your voice! 

@Lana: I made my first tentative posts during your show and you were the first to read my comments on air. That was my 'bunnyhug' that drew me into R3 and I've been on and off of here for about 5 years now. HUGE thank you!

mj2k1
  1. 4591 posted by

mj2k1 on Mar 27, 2015

@TRH: yeah $60 is steep but you did get 3 amazing bands which all could have headlined, which would have been $20 each anyway.
Switters
  1. 4592 posted by

Switters on Mar 27, 2015

@MPCurley I sent you a FB request
laurita.snow
  1. 4593 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@Lana: I've got less than an hour left of your wonderful sunny self! Any chance you could play something Banjoriffic for this banjo-lovin' gal? <3
reginula
  1. 4594 posted by

reginula on Mar 27, 2015

@jdurlz #4413 (sorry, I was having lunch and taking a short rest from all the feelings) IN TWO HOURS!!!! 
CDNz1
  1. 4595 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Later Matt & Blake.

Nice to know you, thanks to R3.

Scuba
  1. 4596 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

Grant played "Blood of a Young Wolf" and "Baby I'm Yours" earlier, which took me back. A couple others that take me back in time on R3 are "Good Days" by Fembots, "Road Regrets," and "Eastern Europe" and "Radio Kaliningrad" and....
garfielduk
  1. 4597 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

So Ladies, if you want Thomas Darcys phone number, just tell him you are thinking of learning Pro-Tools
laurita.snow
  1. 4598 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

Later, Matt and Blake!
JonDixon
  1. 4599 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

Oh shit,

What was Grant's last song? I missed it.

marie_curious
  1. 4600 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

Library Voices once said that without radio3, that the band would not exist. Well, if there were no Radio3 I would never have discovered Library Voices, My favorite band of all time.
deiru
  1. 4601 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

@JD Left and Leaving
canadajanes
  1. 4602 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Did I miss any surprise guests in Lana's show?


The interview went surprisingly well. Think I sounded pretty well put together.

Emma Godmere
  1. 4603 posted by

Emma Godmere on Mar 27, 2015

@JonDixon: Weakerthans - Left and Leaving!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 4604 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

JD - Left and Leaving (Weakerthans)
Emma Godmere
  1. 4605 posted by

Emma Godmere on Mar 27, 2015

re: surprise guests in Lana's show... you guys are gonna wanna stay tuned...
laurita.snow
  1. 4606 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ JD: IT was an extremely sad double-feature, with first Left and Leaving and then I Quit My Job. And he was struggling not to cry during his final host break. We all totally lost our shit.
fresh ginger
  1. 4607 posted by

fresh ginger on Mar 27, 2015

Is Lana pre-taping with her special guests? Where is she?


marie_curious
  1. 4608 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

Followed by I Quit My Job
garfielduk
  1. 4609 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

I think we should start our own company, I have no idea what we could do
kirkofdoom
  1. 4610 posted by

kirkofdoom on Mar 27, 2015

Don't forget, Left and Leaving was his "last song", but it was followed by OML's I Quit My Job which I'm sure was also chosen, not just "a song that played between sets"
kirkofdoom
  1. 4611 posted by

kirkofdoom on Mar 27, 2015

IS IT YOU, EMMA?
JonDixon
  1. 4612 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

Well, I thought for sure it would be New Pornos to bookend that shit.  But Left and Leaving is...well...perfect.
TheRadioHead
  1. 4613 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

Matty, there were after party shows that were 10 and 12 bucks, so I had decided I'd do those.  So it turns out I saw METZ 2 nights in a row. Gold.
jdurley
  1. 4614 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

OMG I am just working my way through the video compilation that CMAC put together. 

Wow.

TheRadioHead
  1. 4615 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

We're waiting, Emma!
deiru
  1. 4616 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

@JD his first song of today was the New Pronos song
CDNz1
  1. 4617 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Right on, OMJ!
JonDixon
  1. 4618 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@deiru but was it Letter From an Occupant?  That was the first song he played on R3, right?
deiru
  1. 4619 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

I am saving the video till I home so I can cry freely
JonDixon
  1. 4620 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@jdurley good luck.  I started watching it and then some asshole started cutting onions in my office.
laurita.snow
  1. 4621 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Emma: I know you don't live in Ottawa anymore, but I still always feel super proud when I hear you on the air! Hometown love bein' sent your way!
himymothra
  1. 4622 posted by

himymothra on Mar 27, 2015

i just got home and it's friday! cracking open a beer and going to listen while i do some thangs
deiru
  1. 4623 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

@JD yes Grant's first song today was Letter from an Occupant
deiru
  1. 4624 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

and yes it was the first song ever played on R3
laurita.snow
  1. 4625 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Deiru: aw MAN I can't believe I missed that!
darbarspecial
  1. 4626 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

<-------- Jijou and HulaLana
Shonica
  1. 4627 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Who have we not heard from yet today? Lana's guests have me wondering who can it be?
morgana
  1. 4628 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

@deiru #4619 i am glad to be at home today.  not sure if my coworkers would understand why i was blubbering over this … 
MPCurley
  1. 4629 posted by

MPCurley on Mar 27, 2015

@Switters  Accepted!  See you at the Palomino!
Emma Godmere
  1. 4630 posted by

Emma Godmere on Mar 27, 2015

@Kirk: We'll see!!

@laurita: Ottawa will always be home! (Same for Miss Alanna Stuart, too! We discovered over the last year or so that we each got our start at CHUO at the U of O, albeit at different times.) Thanks lady!!

loweeda
  1. 4631 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

I always thought the first song ever played on R3 was Dragon Fli Empire
rebbey
  1. 4632 posted by

rebbey on Mar 27, 2015 Hula Lana! I almost forgot about her. She's here in newf still... Maybe I should break her out for RAA tomorrow.

jdurley
  1. 4633 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

@JonDixon - I made a playlist of all the songs Grant played (that are playlistable). Alternatively, you can check the playlog to see what he played.
carlyg
  1. 4634 posted by

carlyg on Mar 27, 2015

I am out! I am sad I can't listen to the rest of the show!

I have loved listening to you, Lana. :)

morgana
  1. 4635 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

@shonica #4628 perhaps i missed it but i had expected to hear the human serviette on grants show so ...
Shonica
  1. 4636 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Hula Lana!
Library Voices
  1. 4637 posted by

Library Voices on Mar 27, 2015

The blog is making my browser jump all over the place. You are literally broke the internet. Take that Kardashian...
rebbey
  1. 4638 posted by

rebbey on Mar 27, 2015 Palomino!! My fave yyc resto!! Have some bacon wrapped corn for me!

carlyg
  1. 4639 posted by

carlyg on Mar 27, 2015

MMMMM THE PALOMINO!!!
Emma Godmere
  1. 4640 posted by

Emma Godmere on Mar 27, 2015

BACON-WRAPPED CORN?
MrFussyfont
  1. 4641 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

When did CMac put out the call for video clips?
JonDixon
  1. 4642 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@loweeda that new pornos song might be the first one that ever got played when R3 became it's own station.  Might be different for the R2 show that Grant had.
No Longer Lurking
  1. 4643 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

@MrFussyfont - About a week ago?
laurita.snow
  1. 4644 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Emma: really??? I didn't know that Alanna was from here too! Sending lots of hometown love to her then, too! <3

GAHD I wish I could join CalgaR3y at the Pal tonight!

rebbey
  1. 4645 posted by

rebbey on Mar 27, 2015 YES EMMA. AND IT IS EVERYTHING YOU COULD HOPE IT TO BE

boders
  1. 4646 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

Yeah, Dragon Fli Empire definitely is a first something. Web R3?
Library Voices
  1. 4647 posted by

Library Voices on Mar 27, 2015

re: #4637 

err… are=all. My screen was going to crazy I couldn't even see what I was typing.

hytumb69
  1. 4648 posted by

hytumb69 on Mar 27, 2015

Word up!  I'm at home now... but can't get player going.  Did you guys break it?

@Garf - stream the world link?

Emma Godmere
  1. 4649 posted by

Emma Godmere on Mar 27, 2015

Now I need to go to Calgary.
morgana
  1. 4650 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

@mrfussyfont I got a FB group message last week
MPCurley
  1. 4651 posted by

MPCurley on Mar 27, 2015

@Laurita  OOH!!! Good one!  CalgaR3y!  I'm gonna use that.
MackenzieC
  1. 4652 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

I'm back! Only about 1500 posts to catch up on. :) Now to pour myself a whiskey or maybe a scotch and pull up a seat to the radio.
nvp
  1. 4653 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


.. turn OFF the stuttery player stream from the blog page, if you use an alternate url, like this one:

http://6733.live.streamtheworld.com/CBC_R3_WEB_SC





hytumb69
  1. 4654 posted by

hytumb69 on Mar 27, 2015

Anyone?  Bueller?  Is this thing on?  Maybe my interweb is too slow at home for all this action...
smalliebigs
  1. 4655 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

FLUX CAPACITOR JAM! I forgot about that :)
zammachus
  1. 4656 posted by

zammachus on Mar 27, 2015

Dragon Fli Empire was the first song played on the podcast.
JonDixon
  1. 4657 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@hytumb it seems to take my browser a few seconds to actually post, likely because of the obscene number of posts here today
hytumb69
  1. 4658 posted by

hytumb69 on Mar 27, 2015

@nvp - got it!  Thanks... ahhhh
darbarspecial
  1. 4659 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

WOOOOHOOOOO!!! CONSTANTINE O'CLOCK! GOOD CHOICE LANA!
Snarf
  1. 4660 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

hytumb69 sorry - I was listening intently to Lana

http://5523.live.streamtheworld.com/CBC_R3_WEB_SC

TheRadioHead
  1. 4661 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

Ah, Young Lions.  It has everything.
Shonica
  1. 4662 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

YES!!!!!!
KristaMark
  1. 4663 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

GREAT Constantines pick Lana!!! 
No Longer Lurking
  1. 4664 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Can't go wrong with the Constantines!
Cicero
  1. 4665 posted by

Cicero on Mar 27, 2015

Yay! Young Lions!
deiru
  1. 4666 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

Awww young lions..... good choice, but really any cons song would have been a good choice. And that you Lana for properly introducing me to the Constantines
hytumb69
  1. 4667 posted by

hytumb69 on Mar 27, 2015

@ Jack Disco - roger that... I'm glad I made it home to drink beer and listen.  I GOT NOTHING DONE AT WORK TODAY!!
nvp
  1. 4668 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


oh Constantines.

you taught me to love them Lana, sooooooo glad i got to see them here with LadyHawk!

dawn.h
  1. 4669 posted by

dawn.h on Mar 27, 2015

When did Constatines O'Clock start?

I never got to listen to Lana's show regularly.

I LOVE that.

JonDixon
  1. 4670 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@Lana are you having a rough time recording any of the host breaks?  If you get a bit weepy, are you going to keep it or re-record?
garfielduk
  1. 4671 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@hytumb69

http://5523.live.streamtheworld.com:80/CBC_R3_WEB_SC


boders
  1. 4672 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

Lana! Young Lions. Oh jezzzies. Wanna echo what Matt said up there about all the WORK you (and rest of the team) do to bring us the best.
laurita.snow
  1. 4673 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Emma: You should! I've gone twice, both times for Calgary Folkfest (although I didn't see much of Calgary the first time) and it was wonderful! Really different geographical landscape than what we are used to here out east!

I ONLY HAVE LIKE HALF AN HOUR LEFT YOU GUYS I'M NOT CRYING I SWEAR.

darbarspecial
  1. 4674 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

@dawn - Sometime in the past year I would say. Not that long in the scheme of things.
balls
  1. 4675 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

OH my gosh, is this blog going on for all three shows?! LANA THIS IS AWESOME!
MPCurley
  1. 4676 posted by

MPCurley on Mar 27, 2015

@Emma  You should absolutely come to Calgary!  As Laurita says, the Folkfest normally draws a pretty good lineup.  It's not out yet, but I'm keeping my eyes peeled.  And, we have mountains!!!
darbarspecial
  1. 4677 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

YESSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!!!!!
rebbey
  1. 4678 posted by

rebbey on Mar 27, 2015 Baaaaaalls! Your clip was so great!

zammachus
  1. 4679 posted by

zammachus on Mar 27, 2015

Okay. I'll listen to the recording of this one later. I have to go.

Tickets to see Once tonight.

As if I haven't cried enough today...

laurita.snow
  1. 4680 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

@ Emma: the folkfest I went to there, both times, was one of the most magical experiences of my life. Musically and otherwise. Just wow. Words are not enough to describe. Seriously.
loweeda
  1. 4681 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

first podcast song. there we go. Thanks, Zammy!


And I feel bad that people got missed from the video. I didn't actually look through all the names that were on the initial Facebook message list, but I feel like I could(and should)have at some point.

Wapuche
  1. 4682 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

Are we allowed to talk about the thing yet? The app was going on and off for me while I was out, so I've missed most of the host breaks.
himymothra
  1. 4683 posted by

himymothra on Mar 27, 2015

"its not really work, its just the power to charm" its from another song too, which one?
hytumb69
  1. 4684 posted by

hytumb69 on Mar 27, 2015

oh yeah... I'm home now I can watch the video now (well after Lana!).  Linky loo???
Wapuche
  1. 4685 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

Also, THANKS FOR THE THUNDERHEIST. Trader Joe's was too crowded to go all out, but there was definitely an extra spring in my step.
kirkofdoom
  1. 4686 posted by

kirkofdoom on Mar 27, 2015

Lana & Emma,


Have you guys seen the video yet??

kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 4687 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

thanks for playing both Young Lions and the Vogue Dots song Lana :)
No Longer Lurking
  1. 4688 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 27, 2015

Ok, I've not eaten all day so I need to grab some food.  Back shortly!
Chopz87
  1. 4689 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

Young Galaxy o clock?! anyone? anyone?
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 4690 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CahLSXL3ZC8
CDNz1
  1. 4691 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

R3 Community Moment 

Going to TO one year for family stuff and got a message from TB3. Julie Doiron/Ladyhawk/Cons were playing CTO on that Friday. He had a +1 and let me crash on his chesterfield sofa. We had only met ONCE before at the aforementioned PhogPhest. My first set list ever.

MackenzieC
  1. 4692 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Has anyone mentioned yet how R3 and it's community inspired Beth's thesis?
JonDixon
  1. 4693 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@loweeda no worries!  No need to feel bad about anything.  The video is great and I am fine allowing all the awesome people in it to speak for me.  There's nothing I would say that was not expressed in that video.
Scuba
  1. 4694 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

I'd definitely vote "Swing your Heartache" for Young Galaxy o'clock


balls
  1. 4695 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

haha Thanks Rebbey! Imagine if both of us could've made a clip together...
rebbey
  1. 4696 posted by

rebbey on Mar 27, 2015 Oh man. They're probably lucky we didn't collaborate. Haha

Chopz87
  1. 4697 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

YOUNG GALAXY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
CDNz1
  1. 4698 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Oh, yeah. Beth's thesis...
garjoh
  1. 4699 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

YOUNG GALAXY

CRANK IT!!!!!!!!

TURN IT TO 11!!!!!

Wapuche
  1. 4700 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@rebballs- That, in and of itself, would have broken the internet.
Scuba
  1. 4701 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

This Young Galaxy track will do for sure.
laurita.snow
  1. 4702 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

Oh jesus you guys. 20 minutes left. AUUUUUUUUUUGH!
Snarf
  1. 4703 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

ha! I was going to ask what song the last track sounded like. Answer: Young Galaxy Crying my heart out. Your way ahead of my, Lana
Emma Godmere
  1. 4704 posted by

Emma Godmere on Mar 27, 2015

@kirk: Have it open in a separate tab! I'm here at home and my cranky laptop won't let me juggle the stream AND YouTube! Will watch it in FULL post-Lanarama!
Chopz87
  1. 4705 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

GRACIAS LANA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
JonDixon
  1. 4706 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

Man, have you guys read the radio 3 twitter feed?

If you aren't a little misty eyed yet, that'll do it...

MrFussyfont
  1. 4707 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

Pretty sure I didn't get a message on FB about the video. Oh well. What Jon said ("There's nothing I would say that was not expressed in that video.")
darbarspecial
  1. 4708 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Beth didn't want to talk to me. :p
boders
  1. 4709 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

@loweeda - you're the best for thinking that. need a bigger more centralized bat phone...
balls
  1. 4710 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

Wapuche, you are definitely not wrong about that.
garfielduk
  1. 4711 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@DBS #4708, She was scared of you, of you power
Lana Gay
  1. 4712 posted by

Lana Gay on Mar 27, 2015

Who is dancing with me!?


rebecca1234
  1. 4713 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

dancing


evensteven
  1. 4714 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

Typing FOR3VER with a "3" in it harder than it looks.
MackenzieC
  1. 4715 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

This is the first time I'm hearing about this video, but I can't wait to watch all 19 min of it.@Darbar - I CTL + F'd my way through it and I'm quoted multiple times but have yet to actually read it. I thought I'd read it after Lana's show. It seems a fitting end to today.
Wapuche
  1. 4716 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@Lana- I wasn't allowed to talk about it before, but I wanted to apologize for not mentioning you in my video bit. It was a mini-nightmare recording it to begin with, and I only realized that I'd forgotten to throw in a shout out to you after I had recorded my first decent take (after many, many attempts). Just know that your work on R3 has been a huge part of what has kept me coming back. Grant was an acquired taste for me, but I've been bananas for Lanarama from day one. Thanks!
Snarf
  1. 4717 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

jon - I was watching #FOR3VER. Brutal.  A real onion salad.
Chopz87
  1. 4718 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

@Lana - Billy Idol isn't but I am
evensteven
  1. 4719 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

I'm always dancing, Lana :)
jdurley
  1. 4720 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

#bananas4Lanarama
WildWorks
  1. 4721 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

@evensteven It is. One of my earlier tweets, I added an E after 3. Whoops. :)
hytumb69
  1. 4722 posted by

hytumb69 on Mar 27, 2015

WHY CAN'T I HEAR ANYTHING?!?!  WTF
Wapuche
  1. 4723 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

Nobody talks to Billy Idol like that!
deiru
  1. 4724 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

@Lana You! Me! Dancing!

Also the Happy Playlist I put together if people need a quick pick me up

MackenzieC
  1. 4725 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Oh man... apparently I missed Craig too in the two hours I was gone? Le sigh.
hytumb69
  1. 4726 posted by

hytumb69 on Mar 27, 2015

My rural butt fuck nowhere interweb sucks... I almost wanna bring this beer back to the office to listen...
JonDixon
  1. 4727 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@snarf I know right?

Today is an absolute write off work wise

Chopz87
  1. 4728 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

@Wapuche - Bur he's dancing with himself
rebecca1234
  1. 4729 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

is he like an old cory hart?


marie_curious
  1. 4730 posted by

marie_curious on Mar 27, 2015

Bye my lovies! Big hugs all around!
Scuba
  1. 4731 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

This is a fantastic set. Absolutely amazing. Lana, set creation like this is what keeps me coming back to R3.
canadajanes
  1. 4732 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Lana - What Wapuche said!
Snarf
  1. 4733 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

bye, marie!
hytumb69
  1. 4734 posted by

hytumb69 on Mar 27, 2015

okay... I'm back... 
WildWorks
  1. 4735 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

@MackenzieC I can get you the audio after all of the recording. I have to connect my iPad to the USB audio control and record from Adobe Audition.
fresh ginger
  1. 4736 posted by

fresh ginger on Mar 27, 2015

@hytumb.... I've got the rural interwebz too. But the stream works with this link Garf shared earlier. Have you tried it?
erinev
  1. 4737 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

sweet music so far lana!!
loweeda
  1. 4738 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

I feel the same as Wapuche in 4716! My decision to record ANY video was so impulsive, and I had to just record and send it before I second-guessed myself. Seconds after I did that, I thought, "dammit, I didn't even mention Lana!"

But you have also been a constant voice in my life, even if I haven't blogged as much to let you know that. And I thank you immensely for that voice. I look forward to hearing it in new ways.

rebecca1234
  1. 4739 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

sooo ottawa
evensteven
  1. 4740 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

Lana,

I did not thank you in my spot on the R3 "youtube" video because I am a big dummy.

I will miss you on air!

I love listening to you tell your stories

And your laugh is the best :)

WildWorks
  1. 4741 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Woot! New Acorn track. :)
MackenzieC
  1. 4742 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

@WildWorks #4735 - That would be great if you could hook me up. mackenzie(dot)campbell(at)gmail(dot)com
rebecca1234
  1. 4743 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

wow, everyone seems to forget you? maybe too nice?
garfielduk
  1. 4744 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Lana, what gifts have you received? (he says hoping the chocolates he ordered on behalf of the blog have turned up)
JonDixon
  1. 4745 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@wildworks do you think I could get included on that email?  I'm jon dot g dot dixon over gmail way
rebbey
  1. 4746 posted by

rebbey on Mar 27, 2015 Garf- she said thanks up above, she got them :)

garjoh
  1. 4747 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

@garf: Lana mentioned earlier that she got your chocolates. I forget if it was on the blog on FB. Very sweet of you!!
Shonica
  1. 4748 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Garf, She mentioned your chocolates in the blog earlier.
boders
  1. 4749 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

@Garf - chocolates did! Lana confirmed somewhere up there
hytumb69
  1. 4750 posted by

hytumb69 on Mar 27, 2015

I'm supposed to start Mr. 69's taxes right now... a years worth of crumpled receipts dug out of his truck... anyone wanna come over??  I've got beer!
  • sigh*
WildWorks
  1. 4751 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

@jondixon and @MacKenzieC If you're on social media, just find me on Twitter or FB. :) It's going to be a long process to re-recording it. :)
Chopz87
  1. 4752 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

YOU SAY PARTY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
JonDixon
  1. 4753 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@hytumb will you give me a totally platonic hug to help me get through this emotional time?

And what kind of beer?

jdurley
  1. 4754 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

Re: the video - amazing job to everyone who contributed! 
Scuba
  1. 4755 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

I should have predicted Laura Palmer's Prom showing up....
jdurley
  1. 4756 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

LAURA PALMER'S PROM!!!!!!!

MY HEART NEEDS A LAP DANCE, or whatever

MackenzieC
  1. 4757 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

@wildworks - what do we look you up on FB?
WildWorks
  1. 4758 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Awwww man! Love love love Laura Palmer's Prom by You Say Party and dancing to it. :D


evensteven
  1. 4759 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

THE BEST R3 SONG EVER

LAURA PALMERS PROM

YOU SAY PARTY!

THANKS LANA

TheRadioHead
  1. 4760 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

OMG, Jdurley, my brain will never hear this song the right way again.
JonDixon
  1. 4761 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

My heart always needs a lap dance.

Also, my lap will rarely complain about a lap dance.

kathyjean
  1. 4762 posted by

kathyjean on Mar 27, 2015

4700????????? holy shit!
laurita.snow
  1. 4763 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 27, 2015

Alrighty folks, I have to head out. Much much love to you all, Lana especially. You are such a gem. Thank you thank you thank you.
TheIceman
  1. 4764 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

Hello my Radio3 darlings I'm at home.
Wapuche
  1. 4765 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

YOU SAY PARTY!!!! One of my favorite bands/albums of the hosted era (it was robbed of at least a Polaris shortlist nod). One of my biggest musical regrets was not going to see them in Pontiac in 2010 (right before Devon died).
KristaMark
  1. 4766 posted by

KristaMark on Mar 27, 2015

What a song to go out on!! YOU SAY PARTY is one of my R3 favs! 

GOOD LUCK with the rest of your show LANA!! I said it already, but you're AWESOME and hope to run into you at NxNE again!


BYE lovely beautiful Radio 3 Friends! Hope to see you all soon!

CDNz1
  1. 4767 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Remember that time the #DTW~R3 went and saw YSP?
hytumb69
  1. 4768 posted by

hytumb69 on Mar 27, 2015

@JD - little green cans of heinie.  I'm a hugger by nature!
WildWorks
  1. 4769 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

@MackenzieC I looked at loweeda's friends list (sorry Donna) and I think I added you.
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 4770 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

This song makes me smile and feel comforted. I'm so happy I got to see them play the Olympics before Devon passed suddenly.
Scuba
  1. 4771 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

@TheRadioHead - what *are* the right lyrics? I've always heard "My heart needs a lap dance."

Freud might have a comment or two.

deiru
  1. 4772 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

WE ABSOLUTELY HAVE TO GET TO 5000 COMMENTS, WE ARE 270 AWAY FROM THAT, WE CAN DO PEOPLE!!!!!
JonDixon
  1. 4773 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@hytumb ok, I'm getting on the Alaska highway.  I'll see you in some number of days.
CDNz1
  1. 4774 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Geez, Wapuche. Timing much? 
  1. cokeme
garfielduk
  1. 4775 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Lana #4432, phew, I was worried they wouldn't get there on time
Lana Gay
  1. 4776 posted by

Lana Gay on Mar 27, 2015

So, there are some special guests coming in!?I am 100% not prepared for this, so stay tuned? 
evensteven
  1. 4777 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

CDNZ...

I've wanted to see them in for3ver!

That hurts Almost as much as never seeing AC/DC with Bon Scott singing

Scuba
  1. 4778 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

How am I just hearing about #DTW~R3? How and where do I sign up? I'm in Plymouth.
WildWorks
  1. 4779 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

@Wapuche I got to see You Say Party in Montreal during the Easter holiday in 2010 and then a few weeks later, Devon died. I got a chance to see them before the tragedy.
hytumb69
  1. 4780 posted by

hytumb69 on Mar 27, 2015

@JD - I'll still be doing the taxes!!  BTW... did a stint in Dawson and on the Dempster highway working... love it up there!
Chopz87
  1. 4781 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

just to get to 5000,  PROMISE LAND BY HOODED FANG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
TheIceman
  1. 4782 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

@Lana - We're always ready and loving whatever happens.
CDNz1
  1. 4783 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

@Lana - Like we would go anywhere now?
garfielduk
  1. 4784 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

It was only after receiving all of the gifts that Lana decided to have a "Final Show" at least once a month
loweeda
  1. 4785 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

I am proud to have Mackenzie as a friend, and anyone is welcome to look at my friends list. Or to join it, for that matter, if you haven't already. Donna Lowe is my real name, and I'm the version wearing a CBC hat in my Facebook profile pic.
MackenzieC
  1. 4786 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

@Lana - where would we go today?! Especially with some special guests. Can we start guessing?!
JonDixon
  1. 4787 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@hytumb what do you do?  I still haven't been up the Dempster.
mixup
  1. 4788 posted by

mixup on Mar 27, 2015

5000 ho!

I was happy to discover just today R3 Edmonton band THE FROLICS! They've got a dirty Dick Dale sound and are really cute too!

jdurley
  1. 4789 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

@Garf - did you record Lana's show yesterday? aka the Gay Power Hour? because I could only listen to the first hour or so of it.
MackenzieC
  1. 4790 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

For the record, Loweeda routinely states she is proud to have all her facebook friends in her life, so don't feel it's just me lol
deiru
  1. 4791 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

YISSSSSS GAYEST OF SUNBEAMS......I like to think that this song come on every time Lana enters a room
flagpole music
  1. 4792 posted by

flagpole music on Mar 27, 2015

I'm putting off a much needed nap & a pile of work for you, Ms. Lana.   looking forward to your guests! 
TheIceman
  1. 4793 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

I got to see what I think was YSP first show they did after the passing. A paper bag records show at the Great Hall which was quite amazing.
lindsey.who
  1. 4794 posted by

lindsey.who on Mar 27, 2015

I kicked out all the kids from work. what did I miss?! HI LANA
lindsey.who
  1. 4795 posted by

lindsey.who on Mar 27, 2015

What song did Lana intro with?
darbarspecial
  1. 4796 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

And I am the version wearing an R3 hat on that friends list of loweeda.
jdurley
  1. 4797 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

@Lindsey - I'll bring the Sun, Jason Collett.
CDNz1
  1. 4798 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

SCUBA - YOU'RE IN PLYMOUTH???


Cathyort and I live in Dearborn, a few others are in Ann Arbor and even more scattered about the northern 'burbs.

Emma Godmere
  1. 4799 posted by

Emma Godmere on Mar 27, 2015

@lindsey.who - I'll Bring the Sun by Jason Collett!!
TheIceman
  1. 4800 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

Any friend of Donna's is a friend of mine (or should be)!
mixup
  1. 4801 posted by

mixup on Mar 27, 2015

@Lindsay.who  I'LL BRING THE SUN of course!
rebecca1234
  1. 4802 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

oh my lol
garfielduk
  1. 4803 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Jenn #4789, Yes I did, you are already in the facebook group where I will share the link


I bet every member of staff at the R3 already knows I'm doing this now anyway

deiru
  1. 4804 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

I was suppose to work the Dempster but due to contract technicality they had to hire this loose gun engineering firm that hires nothing but a bunch of yahoos.... think they are called EBA. 
loweeda
  1. 4805 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

well, of course I'm proud of my friends! I have excellent taste, if I do say so myself.


kirkofdoom
  1. 4806 posted by

kirkofdoom on Mar 27, 2015

The Lana Gayest of Sunbeams. 
hytumb69
  1. 4807 posted by

hytumb69 on Mar 27, 2015

@Jack Disco - at the time I was a hitching bum cleaning toilets for dirty miners coming down from the camps... now I've got my big girl pants on and call myself a resource analyst.

@Lana - Sorting receipts is tolerable listening to your show Lana! And the beer is delicious... curious about guests!

Steve Venegas
  1. 4808 posted by

Steve Venegas on Mar 27, 2015

After taking down all the promo swag/toys/free cds from my desk, I have enough junk to start my own Prize Box.

My desk has never been so clean.

Chopz87
  1. 4809 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

is comment #5000 the Iron Maiden Throne?
Snarf
  1. 4810 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

Lana-riffic music today!
kathyjean
  1. 4811 posted by

kathyjean on Mar 27, 2015

Aww Steve! <3
Wapuche
  1. 4812 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@Chopz- YES! I would run to the hills for that.
JonDixon
  1. 4813 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@deiru I've heard the name stands for "Engineering by Accident"
CDNz1
  1. 4814 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

YEEEEEAAAAAHHHHHHHHHH!!! 

METZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ!!!

Hey SCUBA - Join us in Royal Oak for this show!!!

TheRadioHead
  1. 4815 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

OMG METZ.  I love them so hard.
loweeda
  1. 4816 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

fuck yeah, the Iron Maiden Throne!
Scuba
  1. 4817 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

@CDNz1 - Yup, I'm in Plymouth. It's awesome that there's other R3 people around here... I can't believe I've never seen your Jeep... I'd remember that plate. I don't know if there's an email list, but I'm scuba (dot) sm (at) gmail (dot) com

Mind:blown.

Wapuche
  1. 4818 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

METZ is the truth.
boders
  1. 4819 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

@SteveV - what's the CBC News swag like? Cheers on keeping a rarer CBC job! ooofff..
PhilipST
  1. 4820 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#4809 Very clever, @Chopz87
Shonica
  1. 4821 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks Gary you are the best!

and thanks for letting me know earlier that chrispyprotools is on the R3 NxNE /Picnic group. It was so busy on the blog I failed to thank you .

Chopz87
  1. 4822 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

Latino Heat type of cleaning
MikeV
  1. 4823 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

METZ!
rebbey
  1. 4824 posted by

rebbey on Mar 27, 2015 Steve! I hope you're holding up okay! Thinking of you. <3

boders
  1. 4825 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

METZ helps
Steve Venegas
  1. 4826 posted by

Steve Venegas on Mar 27, 2015

@boders dunno yet. I don't start upstairs until Monday. Today's my last day with R3/CBC Music 
CDNz1
  1. 4827 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

gordon dot russ at that gee mail place
flagpole music
  1. 4828 posted by

flagpole music on Mar 27, 2015

since it's Lana shouldn't it be the Nacho Throne? mmmm.....mountain of nachos for a Throne....... 
canadajanes
  1. 4829 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

Did I miss a special guest? Was it Steve?
MrFussyfont
  1. 4830 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

Any Palatino is a pal of mine
JonDixon
  1. 4831 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@garry invite me that group will ya?
TheIceman
  1. 4832 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

@KoD 4805 - You win the Lana blog for that comment. "The Lana Gayest of Sunbeams. "

Where you been?

rebbey
  1. 4833 posted by

rebbey on Mar 27, 2015 (And have fun in the new position!)

cathyort
  1. 4834 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@scuba, nice to meet you! Would love to meet you in person at a show. Check out www.n2ds2w.com if you want to know more about us. There's a show calendar on there, too. Our next shows coming up are Raised by Swans at the Phog Lounge in Windsor and METZ in Ferndale.
loweeda
  1. 4835 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

METZ is so the truth.
ggnewton
  1. 4836 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

I second the "Nacho Throne".


WildWorks
  1. 4837 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

It's Craiger again. :)
TheIceman
  1. 4838 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

hahaha Craig and Jijou!
darbarspecial
  1. 4839 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

CRAIG!!!!!! YAY!!!!!!
SamaraS
  1. 4840 posted by

SamaraS on Mar 27, 2015

hey, I'm reading the blog on my phone again. It's not great, but I am here. Ruley tunes! 
WildWorks
  1. 4841 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Jijou!!!!!!!!!! :)
rebbey
  1. 4842 posted by

rebbey on Mar 27, 2015 Craig twice in one day!! JIJOU!!!!!!!!

cathyort
  1. 4843 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

Craig redux!
darbarspecial
  1. 4844 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

AND JIJOU!!!!!
canadajanes
  1. 4845 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

JIJOU!!!!!!!!!!!
Christine McAvoy
  1. 4846 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

JIJOU!!!
Michael
  1. 4847 posted by

Michael on Mar 27, 2015

OMG CRAIG and JIJOU! WOOO
JonDixon
  1. 4848 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

JIJOU!!!!!!!
WildWorks
  1. 4849 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

LOL
jdurley
  1. 4850 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

BEST GUESTS EVER!!
mixup
  1. 4851 posted by

mixup on Mar 27, 2015

ZHIZHOU!!!!!
Michael Wynn
  1. 4852 posted by

Michael Wynn on Mar 27, 2015

@venegas!! Enjoy the news - man, we'll miss you.
Switters
  1. 4853 posted by

Switters on Mar 27, 2015

Hahahaha
TheRadioHead
  1. 4854 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

I have Jijou in my basement still!
cathyort
  1. 4855 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

WHOA.
MikeV
  1. 4856 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

Jijou and Craig together again!
PhilipST
  1. 4857 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Jijou as Ezra Levant!!
Shonica
  1. 4858 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

JIJOU!!!!!!
deiru
  1. 4859 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

@JD that is a good one
Scuba
  1. 4860 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

OMG. I'm still FB friends with Jijou...
garfielduk
  1. 4861 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

JIJOU!!!!



CDNz1
  1. 4862 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

CRAIG, you double dipper!
WildWorks
  1. 4863 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

HAHAHAHAHAHAAHAHAHAHA
mcfflyer
  1. 4864 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Oh.  My.  Gosh...
Steve Venegas
  1. 4865 posted by

Steve Venegas on Mar 27, 2015

I'm pretty sure Jijou was my boss 
cathyort
  1. 4866 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

The Overlord Jijou is right here on our desk.
Snarf
  1. 4867 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

:0 Am I hearing Ezra Levant jokes. Whoa.
WildWorks
  1. 4868 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Hmmmm, sounds a bit like Pedro. ;)
Lana Gay
  1. 4869 posted by

Lana Gay on Mar 27, 2015

GUYS THIS IS INSANE! JIJOU!
MackenzieC
  1. 4870 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

JIJOU AND CRAIG! YES!
TheIceman
  1. 4871 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

OMG - This CAN'T END!
fresh ginger
  1. 4872 posted by

fresh ginger on Mar 27, 2015

oh sheet, JIJOU.
garfielduk
  1. 4873 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

If only Pedro could be there, I wonder where he is
gcranston
  1. 4874 posted by

gcranston on Mar 27, 2015

OMG this is amazing! Jijou! I remember when he was stuck in a band's suitcase for weeks!
dawn.h
  1. 4875 posted by

dawn.h on Mar 27, 2015

Craig.. AND Jijou.

the best!

WildWorks
  1. 4876 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

I'm dying in laughter when Jijou talks. :)
Wapuche
  1. 4877 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

Craig speaks the truth. 

As does the happiest of all puppets.

kathyjean
  1. 4878 posted by

kathyjean on Mar 27, 2015

BAHAHA!
Christine McAvoy
  1. 4879 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

@Steve hahahaha
TheRadioHead
  1. 4880 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

Haaahahahahahahaaaaa!  Oh man, we used to have a lot of laughs in the early days.
Old Abe
  1. 4881 posted by

Old Abe on Mar 27, 2015

HOLY SHIT!

THIS IS THE BEST RADIO!!!

Christine McAvoy
  1. 4882 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

Craig nails it...
Switters
  1. 4883 posted by

Switters on Mar 27, 2015

Craig's telling it like is
loweeda
  1. 4884 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

JIJOU!!


(I always thought Pedro had more of a stake in Jijou's creation, tbh, so I'm happy to learn this)

Chopz87
  1. 4885 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

Where's Mama Yama?
deiru
  1. 4886 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

Wasn't too chocked about losing out on that job. Coast of the Beaufort >>> Fort McPherson 
nvp
  1. 4887 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


one last spin of the wheel of freedom ..

MackenzieC
  1. 4888 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Laughing so hard right now.
darbarspecial
  1. 4889 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

HAHA!!!!
dawn.h
  1. 4890 posted by

dawn.h on Mar 27, 2015

Is Craig getting weepy talking about Pedro?
WildWorks
  1. 4891 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

I'm imagining Jijou as Casey & Finnegan's rival puppet friend.
canadajanes
  1. 4892 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

This is so fucking perfect.
garfielduk
  1. 4893 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@gcranston =4874, If I remember it was moniski that worked out where he was
PhilipST
  1. 4894 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Shout-out to Pedro Mendes by Craig Norris!
TheIceman
  1. 4895 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

So much love for all of Radio3!!!!!!
kathyjean
  1. 4896 posted by

kathyjean on Mar 27, 2015

This is amazing. 
CDNz1
  1. 4897 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Ferndale > Royal Oak 

Whatever...

garjoh
  1. 4898 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015 CRAIG & JIJOU: Beauty!! The NORRIS-FANTOUCHE power hour!

Christine McAvoy
  1. 4899 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

hahahahaha this is great.
balls
  1. 4900 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

@dieru - I am curious, are you in the north?
dawn.h
  1. 4901 posted by

dawn.h on Mar 27, 2015

This is awesome! 
WildWorks
  1. 4902 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Craig trying not to break kayfabe as I think I could hear him laugh. :)
MikeV
  1. 4903 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

I think everyone at one point or another everyone is named Tariq.
darbarspecial
  1. 4904 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

SOO FANTASTIC!
MackenzieC
  1. 4905 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Jijou: Are you on drugs young lady?
TheRadioHead
  1. 4906 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

That was the best thing that could ever have been.
CDNz1
  1. 4907 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

R3 is Sunshine Dick-less.
mcfflyer
  1. 4908 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Wow.  This is pretty good...!
Old Abe
  1. 4909 posted by

Old Abe on Mar 27, 2015

@canadajanes #4892, +1
ggnewton
  1. 4910 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

Didn't think I'd be laughing so hard today... but I am.  What a roller coaster today...


MackenzieC
  1. 4911 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Craig: That's why there's no host on Radio 3... Lana's on drugs.HAHAHAHA
loweeda
  1. 4912 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

Craig Norris, you funny, funny man. I miss that guy a whole lot.
MPCurley
  1. 4913 posted by

MPCurley on Mar 27, 2015

No!!!  I missed Craig and Jijou!!!  Damnit, that was just the wrong time for my boss to come by for a chat...
hgummo
  1. 4914 posted by

hgummo on Mar 27, 2015

Oh wow I'd almost forgotten about good old Sunshine Dick


SamaraS
  1. 4915 posted by

SamaraS on Mar 27, 2015

hahaha <3
Shonica
  1. 4916 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Hahaha I'm happy I didn't miss that!
JonDixon
  1. 4917 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@Lana that was a fantastic surprise guest!!
Scuba
  1. 4918 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

@CDNz1 and cathyort, thanks. I'll be sending out emails and such as soon as I can, you know, see and think and what not.
deiru
  1. 4919 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

Came into that part way through and I don't know what to say.... other than THAT WAS FUCKING AMAZING
garfielduk
  1. 4920 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

If only that had been recorded for posterity
evensteven
  1. 4921 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

Loved the last host break with Craig.

That's one cool and funny cat.

Lana and Craig are a great team.

fresh ginger
  1. 4922 posted by

fresh ginger on Mar 27, 2015

I am a fan of Craig's honesty. Straight shootin'.
Scuba
  1. 4923 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

At the very first PhogFest, my girlfriend (at the time) and I met our dopplegangers. Another couple dressed exactly like us. Same body types and everything. Holy F was awesome. As were the Arkells.


kathyjean
  1. 4924 posted by

kathyjean on Mar 27, 2015

<3 much love! 
balls
  1. 4925 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

that was thee best! Lana, we won't blame your nacho addiction for the end of live hosting.. I promise!
Chopz87
  1. 4926 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

I have to shower....
mikeymike
  1. 4927 posted by

mikeymike on Mar 27, 2015

Listening from Whitehorse, Yukon

Ladyhawkkkkkk!


Long time observer. Mike

canadajanes
  1. 4928 posted by

canadajanes on Mar 27, 2015

I've got to sign off now. I'm going to watch the video and then head out. Thanks for everything, all of you! Lana - You rock and keep doing everything you do so well!
rebbey
  1. 4929 posted by

rebbey on Mar 27, 2015 As far as addictions go, nachos is the best of em to have.

garfielduk
  1. 4930 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Scuba #4293, Are you sure it wasn't a full length mirror?
Chopz87
  1. 4931 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

Nachoholics
JonDixon
  1. 4932 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

mikeymike!  I'm in Whitehorse too!
Michael
  1. 4933 posted by

Michael on Mar 27, 2015

Forgot how much I missed Craig... Too bad Pedro wasn't there.
garjoh
  1. 4934 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

Bye @canadajanes: big hug!
boders
  1. 4935 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

Craig put it perfectly. "Yeah it's a new chapter or whatever. Still a drag."
kathyjean
  1. 4936 posted by

kathyjean on Mar 27, 2015

bye cj miss youuuuuu and alisha!
Scuba
  1. 4937 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

Nachos: an "upper" street drug used by members of the Canadian Indie Scene in Vancouver and Toronto. No known instances of violent outbursts by users. however "Nachos" appear to be strongly addictive, causing cravings for specific "brands" in heavy users.
boders
  1. 4938 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

@fresh ginger - Badass buttons in your video goodbye!
Chopz87
  1. 4939 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

HOODED FANG!!!!!!!!!!!!
balls
  1. 4940 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

Craig is just so blunt with things, it's awesome. Say it like it is, in some cynical way, however he does it.. I love it!
mikeymike
  1. 4941 posted by

mikeymike on Mar 27, 2015

@jondixon  No way!  That's awesome!! 


garfielduk
  1. 4942 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Scuba #4927, Often cut with salsa
rebbey
  1. 4943 posted by

rebbey on Mar 27, 2015 Aha I wish I knew this song when #darknl happened

JonDixon
  1. 4944 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@mikeymike yep, there's another local too, burgessjackie lives up here somewheres too.
balls
  1. 4945 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

Rebbs, that would've been the theme for last winter in NL
CDNz1
  1. 4946 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

@Scuba - I was at the first Phog Phest! I was wearing the SHIRT IRT IRT IRT IRT shirt hanging out at the R3 production area. Surely you remember. 
Scuba
  1. 4947 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

@garfielduk-4930 I'm sure. Somewhere I have a picture of all 4 of us. It's creepy.
mixup
  1. 4948 posted by

mixup on Mar 27, 2015

Someone suggested several thousand posts ago (with a news link) that CRAIG might be out of a job with these newest cuts! 
kathyjean
  1. 4949 posted by

kathyjean on Mar 27, 2015

that would suck mixup. Craig is an amazing radio man. 
fresh ginger
  1. 4950 posted by

fresh ginger on Mar 27, 2015

Dear Lana,

thanks heaps for the sunshine, no matter the weather; your infectious laugh and upbeat hosting; being (and sharing) your intriguing unique self. I haven't heard exactly what your new job title is, and I'm sure I'll be seeing you on the interwebz in the future... but I just want to say THANKS here for the many many years of great hosting, you made my work afternoons bright.

CDNz1
  1. 4951 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Craig will be fine. He told us earlier. 
  1. R3lief
Wapuche
  1. 4952 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@mixup- Craig jumped on to say that his job was safe, but that his station was going to be facing some pretty difficult cuts nonetheless.
MikeV
  1. 4953 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

@mixup Yeah Craig made it clear though that his job was secure.
darbarspecial
  1. 4954 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Hi mikeymike!
Scuba
  1. 4955 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

@CDNz1, I vaguely remember that. I caught my CBC R3 scarf from Grant after answering a trivia question at the main stage. I wore it all through that sumer day.
hgummo
  1. 4956 posted by

hgummo on Mar 27, 2015

Bye Lana! I'll miss hearing your lovely voice live. Best of luck in the next chapter!
JonDixon
  1. 4957 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@mixup Craig stopped by and let us all know that his job is safe, but many of his friends' aren't.

Which fucking sucks. Thankfully the feds have money for TV commercials telling us about Justin Trudeu and his pot smoking though.

cathyort
  1. 4958 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@mixup, Craig posted a while back that his job is secure, although he couldn't say the same for everyone there.
rebecca1234
  1. 4959 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

i so want to be 5000
garfielduk
  1. 4960 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@mixup #4948, They Craig came on and said his job was safe, for now
nvp
  1. 4961 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


Craig said he's OK. unlike some other regional folks.

boders
  1. 4962 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

oh shit. there was a lot of local cuts too. can we have a national broadcaster again please
Lana Gay
  1. 4963 posted by

Lana Gay on Mar 27, 2015

You guys, how are you all doing? My apologies for being so distracted, there have been so many visitors and so many nachos! What a wonderful bunch of surprises. 

You are all so important to me on this last show, and I'm not trying to avoid the blog. It's just been quite a funny and busy day.

Has anyone guessed the final song yet?

cathyort
  1. 4964 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

Hive mind much?
kathyjean
  1. 4965 posted by

kathyjean on Mar 27, 2015

cath - YEP!
cathyort
  1. 4966 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

I don't want to think about the final song.
WildWorks
  1. 4967 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Oh boy, I'm still keeping the #FOR3VER going on at Twitter.
kathyjean
  1. 4968 posted by

kathyjean on Mar 27, 2015

<3 close talker!!
124th Street Beat
  1. 4969 posted by

124th Street Beat on Mar 27, 2015

Phew, just made it back. Missed the end of Grant's show but catching the end of Lana's!

CAN ANYONE TELL ME WHAT GRANT'S LAST SONG WAS????


Scuba
  1. 4970 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

General question: Is someone making shirts with that For3ver logo? If so, in the immortal words of Fry, "Shut up and take my money."
darbarspecial
  1. 4971 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Totally understand Lana! Enjoy!
MackenzieC
  1. 4972 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

@ Lana #4963 - I'd be better if I had some guac in front of me. I was going to go buy some avocados this morning but the blog was already move at sonic speed. There should be a guacamole delivery service!
boders
  1. 4973 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

well...that's good. I'm glad Craig's still got one. but still more and more gutting of the public service. pushback against neoliberalism in all it's form kids! 
cathyort
  1. 4974 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@Wapuche, GREAT PROFILE PIC. Wow.
MackenzieC
  1. 4975 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

I second #4970 - what was Grant's last song? I'm at #4129 and I haven't seen it listed anywhere yet.
rebbey
  1. 4976 posted by

rebbey on Mar 27, 2015 It's all good, Lana! Enjoy alllllll the nachos :) I'm off now! Gotta go be a social human in real life haha have a great show! Xo

boders
  1. 4977 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

Grants last set - he broke into Left and Leaving by The Weakerthans. Then I Quite My Job by Old Man Leudeke. Dugout by Ladyhawk
Lauren Burrows
  1. 4978 posted by

Lauren Burrows on Mar 27, 2015

Wowl, has the blog ever hit 5000 comments before?
PhilipST
  1. 4979 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

#4970 @124th—Grant signed off with the Weakerthans' Left and Leaving. After he'd signed off, it was Old Man Luedecke, "I Quit My Job."
loweeda
  1. 4980 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

oh wow, Scuba, those would make such great shirts! Take my money, too!
JonDixon
  1. 4981 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@Lana things are alright.  Your last song has me stumped, to be honest.  You always play such a varied mix of music that I can't nail down what I think you're going to play.  Grant already played Weakerthans (although they make wonderful melancholy music)...so probably something you can dance out the door to.  That's my guess.
Switters
  1. 4982 posted by

Switters on Mar 27, 2015

@Scuba That's a great idea.  I'd wear the shit out of that shirt.
kathyjean
  1. 4983 posted by

kathyjean on Mar 27, 2015

something with DFA!?
Sless
  1. 4984 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

@LBurrows #4978

Who knows... But it's about to!!


Michael Wynn
  1. 4985 posted by

Michael Wynn on Mar 27, 2015

If we hit 5000 comments that will be it no more, we only allow a max of 5000
MackenzieC
  1. 4986 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

I honestly don't see how the cons can win this time around. They've pissed off pretty much everyone. Sadly, some of the damage they've done is irrepairable. Or at least, any governing party would be crazy to fix it because the changes work in the favour of any ruling party
cathyort
  1. 4987 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

I'd buy a #For3ver t-shirt.
darbarspecial
  1. 4988 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

So close to 5000! Wow!
TheRadioHead
  1. 4989 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

Weakerthans, Left and Leaving


That song has a line in it that JKS "stole" from a friend of ours "my city's still breathing".


It's a standing joke between them. He was pretty sure he made it up himself.



kathyjean
  1. 4990 posted by

kathyjean on Mar 27, 2015

really michael?!?
Emma Godmere
  1. 4991 posted by

Emma Godmere on Mar 27, 2015

@WYNNZZIE ARE YOU SERIOUS
MackenzieC
  1. 4992 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Any second now...
CDNz1
  1. 4993 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

@Scuba - I actually remember you winning that Scarf.

I also remember muttering "That fucker just won MY Scarf."

balls
  1. 4994 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

I don't believe in a blog comment max # Nope Nope Nope.
kathyjean
  1. 4995 posted by

kathyjean on Mar 27, 2015

haha russ. <3
JonDixon
  1. 4996 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@wynnzie you drop that bit of knowledge 10 posts away from 5000?!?!?!
balls
  1. 4997 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

NOPE!
burgessjackie
  1. 4998 posted by

burgessjackie on Mar 27, 2015

@mikeymike @jondixon It's true! I'm in Whitehorse too!
CDNz1
  1. 4999 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Can we change the number?
Michael Wynn
  1. 5000 posted by

Michael Wynn on Mar 27, 2015

Prove me wrong, PROVE ME WRONG!!!
balls
  1. 5001 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

NEVER!
WildWorks
  1. 5002 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Yikes :)
boders
  1. 5003 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

@TRH -  that line..."through buildings gone missing like teeth" It just rips me. Such a poet.
Michael Wynn
  1. 5004 posted by

Michael Wynn on Mar 27, 2015

Maybe?
MackenzieC
  1. 5005 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

I must not be a very good Winnipegger... I've never been to Garbage HIll. It's mythical
garfielduk
  1. 5006 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Lana, I tried to run a pool to guess yours and thingies last songs, the guesses I got for yours was

Begin Again by Purity Ring

Blood on Our Hands - Death From Above 1979

Death From Above 1979 Romantic Rights

I'll Bring The Sun by Jason Collette

New Pornographers- Letter From an Occupant

No One is Lost - Stars

Something by DFA

Strumbellas End Of An Era

WildWorks
  1. 5007 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Good going Russ for being #5000. :)
kathyjean
  1. 5008 posted by

kathyjean on Mar 27, 2015

YOU LIE WYNN!
balls
  1. 5009 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

Damn it Russ! SO CLOSE!
Scuba
  1. 5010 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

@CDNz1 - Bahahahahahahahahahahahahaha

That's nuts. I'm don't even remember the question anymore.

JonDixon
  1. 5011 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

Russ lands on the Nacho Throne!!!
Snarf
  1. 5012 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

In case the 500 cap is for real - have to get in my thanks to Lana!

Your great music gets me through the afternoon at work, and your charming personality always cheers me up! All the best in the new format! Hope to 'see' you there!

CDNz1
  1. 5013 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

I got the Atomic Throne.

Now, shit blows up.

Emma Godmere
  1. 5014 posted by

Emma Godmere on Mar 27, 2015

Russ! Nacho throne!

Ha, ha. That's "not'chyo" throne...

mixup
  1. 5015 posted by

mixup on Mar 27, 2015

Well done CDNz! The OSMIUM THRONE!!!
Michael Wynn
  1. 5016 posted by

Michael Wynn on Mar 27, 2015

Looks like I just changed it in time!  (joking all just joking)
Scuba
  1. 5017 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

@CDNz1 - It's my go-to scarf. I wore it to work a while ago, where we have a bunch of European employees... They thought it was a Futball scarf. 
kathyjean
  1. 5018 posted by

kathyjean on Mar 27, 2015

Emma! It was soooooo great to meet you a few years ago! You're an awesome gal! I hope you and Lana are hugging lots today!
MackenzieC
  1. 5019 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Cheers Russ!
Shonica
  1. 5020 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

FOR3VER shirt I will take two!
cathyort
  1. 5021 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

*Googles osmium
JonDixon
  1. 5022 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@emma

ha

bahaha

hahahhahahaha

That one made me literally laugh out loud at my desk. (That's right whippersnappers, I spell that shit out yo)

Old Abe
  1. 5023 posted by

Old Abe on Mar 27, 2015

CDNz1 IS ON COMMENT 5000!!!!!!!  THE IRON THRONE....PLUS A ZERO!!!!!!!!


WHAT DO YOU WANT TO HEAR?!?!?!?!?!?

TheRadioHead
  1. 5024 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015 Yup, Boders. They are both brilliant poets.

My friend was JKS's creative writing prof. She kept on telling me all those years ago about this brilliant student she had in her class, but didn't name him. Then one day she showed me Reconstruction Site and said that student was in this band....

kirkofdoom
  1. 5025 posted by

kirkofdoom on Mar 27, 2015

Guess at Lana's final song:


She hacks the system to put in and play I Will Always Love You by Dolly Parton.

Snarf
  1. 5026 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

omg.  That wasn't funny (it was hilarious). I didn't see the 5000 comment cap post for about 2 minutes. I think we were past 5000 when I started typing.
MackenzieC
  1. 5027 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

I'd get on the FOR3VER shirt bandwagon.


Hey is anyone keeping track of these email address, FB names and twitter handles today? There's going to be a lot to go through

fictionjunkie
  1. 5028 posted by

fictionjunkie on Mar 27, 2015

Re last song - I was thinking Romantic Rights by DFA too - wasn't that one she made sure was in the system before the CBC Music rock station break?
balls
  1. 5029 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

I second Kirk!!
boders
  1. 5030 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

@Mac - maybe? Things like gerrymandered ridings don't make the news here (but it totally happens) so I think they'll be in good shape. And with first past the post it's even more sideways. 39% (24% of voting population!) of those who voted did so for my group. All the power please! My current gut feeling is a strong Con majority...hope I'm wrong!
Emma Godmere
  1. 5031 posted by

Emma Godmere on Mar 27, 2015

@kathyjean: SO GOOD to meet you too! I really hope I get the chance to visit all over Saskatchewan again soon and wave hello to the R3 Sask folks! I am sadly hugging the R3 TO team from afar as I continue this bedridden wisdom teeth recovery, but I did send something to Lana for her show...
CDNz1
  1. 5032 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Yort and I would like to hear Wheat Pool. 
  • This Is It
  • Evergreen
  • Geographic Centre Of Canada

If at all possible.

boders
  1. 5033 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

oops...meant strong Con *minority*
deiru
  1. 5034 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

HA NOTHING WILL STOP THE BLOG!!!!!!!
Wapuche
  1. 5035 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@kirkofdoom- I would bawl uncontrollably if she played that song. 

Or sang it.

evensteven
  1. 5036 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

WOW!

Land of Talk!

Brings back memories

nvp
  1. 5037 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


it's a long shot, but Chinchilla

'cause Satan Sucks, but you're the BEST!

Emma Godmere
  1. 5038 posted by

Emma Godmere on Mar 27, 2015

SUMMER SPECIAL!!!
JonDixon
  1. 5039 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@Lana

Please, for the love of the blog community, sing us I Will Always Love You by Dolly.

Or play part of it on your phone and hold it up to the mic.

124th Street Beat
  1. 5040 posted by

124th Street Beat on Mar 27, 2015

@PhilipST-

Thanks for letting me know, sad I missed it.... but i am glad it was a Weakerthans song- I figured that or Letters from an Occupant. It was my fathers last radiation treatment today though so I had to be there- feeling very emotional, end of an era here, but also really happy with my dad getting through this.

DOES ANYONE KNOW IF THIS WILL BECOME A PODCAST?? I really want to hear Grant's sign off, got choked up just going back and reading the comments.


Lauren Burrows
  1. 5041 posted by

Lauren Burrows on Mar 27, 2015

Totally forgot about this song! "So young, so young, still pissed their pants." :)
Scuba
  1. 5042 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

@Wapuche @kirkofdoom

I think that would break the world. I'd certainly shut down my stereo and think for a good long while.

flagpole music
  1. 5043 posted by

flagpole music on Mar 27, 2015

Strumbellas "End of An Era" would be a pretty damn good choice.I'm looking forward to being surprised by Lana's excellent suggestion 
deiru
  1. 5044 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

Lana got the Constantines and DFA to join together and do a cover of I Will Always Love You by Dolly Parton. That will be her last song.
TheRadioHead
  1. 5045 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

I've been playlisting songs like crazy all day.
boders
  1. 5046 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

#5024 !!! Wow. That's such a good little gem of a story. Oh no big deal one of the most perfect albums around!

I don't say it enough, TRH - really lucky to have stumbled into you in this corner of the intertubes. Thanks.

Chopz87
  1. 5047 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

Somebody got the Iron Maiden Throne
Steve Venegas
  1. 5048 posted by

Steve Venegas on Mar 27, 2015

@124th Street Beat That's not likely to happen. 
cathyort
  1. 5049 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@evensteven, thought someone mentioned Liz Powell has new music coming soon, but nothing on the Googler.
MusicSoop
  1. 5050 posted by

MusicSoop on Mar 27, 2015

I'm here. Did I miss it?
boders
  1. 5051 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

@124th - Letter kicked it off. There's unofficial podcasts available. cam dot bode at gmail can get at me.
cathyort
  1. 5052 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@Chopz, it was Russ!
WildWorks
  1. 5053 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Is it the first time to hear the F-bomb on R3?
Chopz87
  1. 5054 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

@Tim - You're early
cathyort
  1. 5055 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOP!
nvp
  1. 5056 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


we haven't heard Joy of Cooking yet, either.

the answer is bacon ..

ok, maybe not.

boders
  1. 5057 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

&hugs about your dad. Hope he does well.
balls
  1. 5058 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

TIM!!!
Emma Godmere
  1. 5059 posted by

Emma Godmere on Mar 27, 2015

MusicSoop!!
WildWorks
  1. 5060 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Aha! There's MusicSoop
CDNz1
  1. 5061 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Harry Henderson decides to show up...
Chopz87
  1. 5062 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

RUSS IS IN THE IRON MAIDEN THRONE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
TheRadioHead
  1. 5063 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks Boders!  Most times I think I'm just a fly buzzing in everyone's ear.
fresh ginger
  1. 5064 posted by

fresh ginger on Mar 27, 2015

SOOOP!!


BTW, peeps: I needs a FOR3VER shirt. Who do I order one from?


PS: if ya need more "fresh ginger" in your life, i'm @discothistle in the twitterverse.

124th Street Beat
  1. 5065 posted by

124th Street Beat on Mar 27, 2015

@boders - Thanks, will send you an email.



ggnewton
  1. 5066 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

@Emma #5014  "Not'cho Throne"  - Brilliant!
JonDixon
  1. 5067 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@chopz we named it the nacho throne, in honour of Lana
PhilipST
  1. 5068 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Congrats, Russ. 
Snarf
  1. 5069 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

Oh yeah, I am guessing we will hear OML I Am Fine at some point. Probably not last song though
balls
  1. 5070 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

So much awesome in one day, I need a nap!
kirkofdoom
  1. 5071 posted by

kirkofdoom on Mar 27, 2015

I could see Lana ending with Robots, actually. I know she played it yesterday... but still...
jdurley
  1. 5072 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

@TRH re: playlisting - meeeee toooooo
PhilipST
  1. 5073 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

@TRH, it makes me happy that a writing teacher recognized JKS's brilliance before he was known widely. 
evensteven
  1. 5074 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

CATHY#5049 Thanks for that info :) :)
MusicSoop
  1. 5075 posted by

MusicSoop on Mar 27, 2015

Hi all!
Scuba
  1. 5076 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

@kirkofdoom - Robots yesterday killed me.
MackenzieC
  1. 5077 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Boders #5030 - Yeah, but I said that the last time too.  Let's hope I'm right this time. Also, I'm still pissed about the robo calls. The riding I lived in at the time was one of them and there's been so little about that.

I would love to know how the public service votes. There's a lot of them and we've been through so much the past 10 years. I wish I could speak out more without fear of being fired.

Wapuche
  1. 5078 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

Two thrones for the DTW-R3! It's been a good day.
Chopz87
  1. 5079 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

RUSS IS IN THE NACHO THRONE WHICH I MISTAKENLY NAMED THE IRON MAIDEN THRONE SO NOW I WILL RUN TO THE HILLS IN SHAME
smalliebigs
  1. 5080 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

When does this show end again? It's been a while...
nvp
  1. 5081 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


they told you how many surprises there would be?!

CDNz1
  1. 5082 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Amit says Liz is playing SARNIA.


rebecca1234
  1. 5083 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

oh my, i think beer o clock has gotten to me, and the hot bathe
MackenzieC
  1. 5084 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

I second Cathy and Russ's request for Wheat Pool's Evergreen.
Steve Venegas
  1. 5085 posted by

Steve Venegas on Mar 27, 2015

@smalliebigs 8pm ET
evensteven
  1. 5086 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

SMallie.. Around 8pm EST (Even Steven Time)



(East Coast)

cathyort
  1. 5087 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@evensteven, CDNz1 says xcanuck has the info, but not sure he's still around. Sounds like she may be playing Sarnia.
Christine McAvoy
  1. 5088 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

I REALLLLLLY hope that "Hot Mess" by Chromeo is on the way!!! ;)
JonDixon
  1. 5089 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@smallie 5 Pacific.  
Shonica
  1. 5090 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Soop You made it! 
Wapuche
  1. 5091 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@CDNz1- Let me know when Liz is playing Sarnia. I want to be there.
evensteven
  1. 5092 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

Hey STEVE V!

Thanks for everything!

Hope to meet you!

MusicSoop
  1. 5093 posted by

MusicSoop on Mar 27, 2015

WAPUCHE!
loweeda
  1. 5094 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

it was Mr. Fussyfont who created that FOR3EVER logo, so he should probably be involved in this t-shirt idea.
cathyort
  1. 5095 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@chopz, The Iron Nacho Maiden Throne.

There.

Wapuche
  1. 5096 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

What did I do?
evensteven
  1. 5097 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

Sarnia? 

Is that eastern Europe?

Snarf
  1. 5098 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

Have we talked about the women named Ms.Gin and how I want to be named Snarf Gin? I believe we have.
CDNz1
  1. 5099 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

@Wapuche - Grab Scuba on the way.
Scuba
  1. 5100 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

I need to make a calendar with a Lana-turkey for every Thanksgiving.
balls
  1. 5101 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

Lana, quick, play that Mother Mother song that MusicSoop loves.. I think it's called The Stand

(Sorry Tim, it's been a while. I miss you.)

darbarspecial
  1. 5102 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Lovely Emma :)
boders
  1. 5103 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

UPS FOR THE PRODUCERS AGAIN!
dawn.h
  1. 5104 posted by

dawn.h on Mar 27, 2015

Lana

What will happen to the R3 on-air producers? Will they get other CBC Radio producer jobs?

garfielduk
  1. 5105 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@ES #5097, Isn't it next to Narnia
smalliebigs
  1. 5106 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks, all. In that case, the plan is to leave work shortly, pick up some BBQ on the way home, then listen to the balance of the show as I eat and have a drink. You're all invited. 
WildWorks
  1. 5107 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Blame it on the Rain, LOL
Christine McAvoy
  1. 5108 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

I have the BIGGEST smile on my face now!
Steve Venegas
  1. 5109 posted by

Steve Venegas on Mar 27, 2015

@evensteven thanks for listening! 
JonDixon
  1. 5110 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

How can I make Lana's laugh my ringtone?
MusicSoop
  1. 5111 posted by

MusicSoop on Mar 27, 2015

Balls: Ha! I'd happily take The Stand. Or Hilotrons. I'm guessing it's a little late for requests?
Shonica
  1. 5112 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

I have the BIGGEST smile on my face now! Me too!
TheRadioHead
  1. 5113 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

It wasn't hard to imagine what that unfolding looked like.  That was a gem.
kathyjean
  1. 5114 posted by

kathyjean on Mar 27, 2015

I am laughing and crying at the same time! 
Scuba
  1. 5115 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

@JonDixon - The problem with that idea is that I'd never answer my phone.
jdurley
  1. 5116 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

I was actually kind of surprised that THE STAND didn't get played on Grant's show today. (unless I totally missed it)
MackenzieC
  1. 5117 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

So much giggling.
hytumb69
  1. 5118 posted by

hytumb69 on Mar 27, 2015

@smallie - such a wheel... 'picking up BBQ'!!  One day soon we will meet...
evensteven
  1. 5119 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

Garf buddy, how U holdin up?
Scuba
  1. 5120 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

@Wapuche - I don't know what's going on, but apparently I'm sticking to you.
Chopz87
  1. 5121 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

Grant did play it yesterday
Shonica
  1. 5122 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

jdurley, Grant played it yesterday.
Snarf
  1. 5123 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

Lana - why will you sing for JP but not Tom Powers?

(That was so great)

jdurley
  1. 5124 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

Oh, thanks guys. Yeah, I missed some of yesterday's show, too. Glad the STANDWAGON got one last ride.
Chopz87
  1. 5125 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

I have an early gig tonight so I have to leave pretty soon and will have to listen to the show on the phone which will eat up my data but it's worth it
Emma Godmere
  1. 5126 posted by

Emma Godmere on Mar 27, 2015

@Scuba: I heard some such calendar actually existed once upon a time.
evensteven
  1. 5127 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

Just googled Sarnia. 

Was it always there? LoLz

garfielduk
  1. 5128 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@ES #5119, I'm *sniff* fine *sniff*
balls
  1. 5129 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

Sounds like someone wrote a song about Rebbey and I going out in St. John's on a Wednesday night...
fictionjunkie
  1. 5130 posted by

fictionjunkie on Mar 27, 2015

I am smiling so hard right now!


CDNz1
  1. 5131 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

I'm changing the lyrics to HORSE'S NEST. 

Because I want to.

JonDixon
  1. 5132 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@snarf obviously JP is better looking than Tom.

You hear that Tom Powers?!

Wapuche
  1. 5133 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@scuba- That's going to be tough with my lack of a car.
fictionjunkie
  1. 5134 posted by

fictionjunkie on Mar 27, 2015

that clip made me smile so hard. Lana you might have the greatest laugh ever.
Wapuche
  1. 5135 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

Library Voices! YES!!!! So much love for this incredible group of eccentrics.
cathyort
  1. 5136 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@evensteven, #5127, LOL

Yes

AlexOfAnders
  1. 5137 posted by

AlexOfAnders on Mar 27, 2015

Hello again friends! I am finally out of my meetings and have nothing to add other than, I'm here for you
JonDixon
  1. 5138 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@wapuche problem solved

You're welcome

smalliebigs
  1. 5139 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

@Hytumb: I'm shocked it hasn't happened yet! There's a great little BBQ place called "Fired Up" on 99th street! 

@Soop: there has been much talk of Mozo today, as we wouldn't have Mozo without R3. Mozo thanks you for your support.

Scuba
  1. 5140 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

@Emma Godmere - I remember such a thing existing at some point in time. I betcha CBC could get a bunch of extra $$ selling calendars that are totally normal - except for Lana-Turkey-Thanksgiving.
rebecca1234
  1. 5141 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

thank god
loweeda
  1. 5142 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

It would be funny if they moved Sarnia.

And I think I'd need to change jobs if I didn't love Library Voices.

Wapuche
  1. 5143 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

May car broke down on the bridge between Sarnia and Port Huron as I was on my way home from Sappyfest. True story. For future reference, try to avoid that happening to you.
garfielduk
  1. 5144 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@AlexOfAnders #5137, Hello Sir
Scuba
  1. 5145 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

Another great song.


If "drinking games" doesn't make an appearance, it's going to get blasted later tonight.

nvp
  1. 5146 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


ooh, now i'm thinking a Lana-urkey tattoo.

sansshoes
  1. 5147 posted by

sansshoes on Mar 27, 2015

Lana, before you sign off for the last time, and I get choked up, thanks for making my PM drive home much more bearable since I found Radio 3 last June. I'll miss the R-3 30 on Mondays and your cheery live voice on the other days of the week. I wish you the best, I compliment you on some really poignant songs today, and I hope to hear you live some day in the future.
garjoh
  1. 5148 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

PRIME MINISTER'S DAUGHTER

Rock on, Lana!!

Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 5149 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

I'm surprised the CBC interweb's not fatally frozen. That's pretty nice, considering the posty numbers.
WildWorks
  1. 5150 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

AoA heyhey there. :)
Sless
  1. 5151 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

Dinner and I come back to post +5150

AMAZING!!

Emma Godmere
  1. 5152 posted by

Emma Godmere on Mar 27, 2015

@nvp OMG.
gcranston
  1. 5153 posted by

gcranston on Mar 27, 2015

I was singing along to the wonderful Library Voices for half the song before I realized how deeply relevant it was.
rebecca1234
  1. 5154 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

tattoo now that is a commitment 


MackenzieC
  1. 5155 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

How apropos
JonDixon
  1. 5156 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

FUCK YES PUP

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

@Lana I saw that they sent along some well wishes to R3. I also saw that Teenage Kicks did, even though they are no longer a band

Sless
  1. 5157 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

Re: PUP
D:D:D
Scuba
  1. 5158 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

@wapuche - I'm not sure what JonDixon is trying to say, but I've got wheelz. ;)
MusicSoop
  1. 5159 posted by

MusicSoop on Mar 27, 2015

I need a yearbook for everyone to sign...
MrFussyfont
  1. 5160 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

I was totally singing Prime Minister's Daughter to myself over dinner. I come back and it's on!
flagpole music
  1. 5161 posted by

flagpole music on Mar 27, 2015

Grant's first recorded show can just be all the Throne requests that maybe got overlooked with how busy it is & that happened during Lana's.


someone make him a play list

DrSunshine
  1. 5162 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

Library Voices!!! So good. I still have their tshirt: "Reluctant readers make Reluctant lovers."

I tweeted a picture of that tshirt to @margaratatwood with the tag "Thanks for the inspiration." and she retweeted me!

Christine McAvoy
  1. 5163 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

Okay, I'm going to head out to the YVR3 partay starting grounds, see if i can get the laptop up and running. Fingers crossed.


Still listening on my phone on the way though!!!!

DrSunshine
  1. 5164 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

@Lana... I was riding my bike home, listening to Lanarama in one ear, and to my delight Craig Norris and Jijou Fantouche were BOTH ON THE SHOW!!! So incredible to hear them again. Thanks for making that happen.
garfielduk
  1. 5165 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@CMac, good luck
rebbey
  1. 5166 posted by

rebbey on Mar 27, 2015 SOOOOOOOOP

DrSunshine
  1. 5167 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

You go @CMAC! I'll be watching you twitter feed.
krib
  1. 5168 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

jumpin' jeebuz! passed the 5K mark!!!



MusicSoop
  1. 5169 posted by

MusicSoop on Mar 27, 2015

REBBBBBBB!
loweeda
  1. 5170 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

I have one of those LV shirts, too! And Ms. Atwood is a masterful Twitter user. Other authors should take note.
AlexOfAnders
  1. 5171 posted by

AlexOfAnders on Mar 27, 2015

Did I miss the return of Jijou? I miss that insane little puppet
Scuba
  1. 5172 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

@DrSunshine - I used to listen to the R3-30 with Sunshine Dick Johnson and Jijou while "studying" between classes each week after it came out.

Goooooood times.

Scuba
  1. 5173 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

This track is my favorite sample of "Fire on High" ever.
prosonik
  1. 5174 posted by

prosonik on Mar 27, 2015

I'm not sure if it's planned or not, but can we all agree that the playlist (all day long) is just killing it? Just more proof of the quality that is Canadian music and how many bands r3 has broke. I know it's been said before but I wish that R3 would go the way of NPR and I could just donate to the station to keep it going in a postive (hosted) direction.


CDNz1
  1. 5175 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

@Rebecca1234 - That tattoo on the Timeline is my interpretation of "commitment."

It's also on my left arm.

Wapuche
  1. 5176 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@loweeda- Which Margaret Atwood is it? I bet it's #64. He's so clever.
AlexOfAnders
  1. 5177 posted by

AlexOfAnders on Mar 27, 2015

Did anyone listen to the Christmas morning show with Sunshine Dick Johnson? That was a very special Christmas morning.
cathyort
  1. 5178 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

REBBEYYY. <3
DrSunshine
  1. 5179 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015

@Scuba Both Jijou and Craig were in fine form. They made Lana blush...
rebbey
  1. 5180 posted by

rebbey on Mar 27, 2015 Yort!

Scuba
  1. 5181 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

If R3 could accept donations, they would get an unreasonable portion of my paycheck.


That's been one of the hardest parts of being a fan in the US: I can't affect what's going on.

MikeV
  1. 5182 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

@AlexOfAnders That was probably the best Christmas morning ever.
Chopz87
  1. 5183 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

I have to go to work so this is my goodbye form the hosted world of R3, shout out to all bloggers and specially to those I have met in person like Russ, Cathy, Tim, Tom, Carly, Steph, Christine,Regina, McS, Phillip, Krib etc etc etc. LANA, thank you for your laughter. 
evensteven
  1. 5184 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

Anyone who had to leave when Grant's show ended is missing a great LANARAMA.
TheIceman
  1. 5185 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

Good Day to you Mr Soop.

Nice of you to make an appearance.

LA casual eh?

smalliebigs
  1. 5186 posted by

smalliebigs on Mar 27, 2015

Adios, Chopz! 
rebbey
  1. 5187 posted by

rebbey on Mar 27, 2015 (Gone for reals this time. Haha)

Shonica
  1. 5188 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Chopz Will we see you in June?
sansshoes
  1. 5189 posted by

sansshoes on Mar 27, 2015

@prosonik...I totally agree!
Wapuche
  1. 5190 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

One song that I'd love to hear today, but know I won't, is "Winston." I wanted to request it with my Diamond Throne pick, but thought that Hrvatska was a better bet to get played.
WildWorks
  1. 5191 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

It's the love in talk now. :)
garfielduk
  1. 5192 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

I wish there was a way Radio3 could have a patreon account for those of that live outside Canada
MusicSoop
  1. 5193 posted by

MusicSoop on Mar 27, 2015

Iceman: Yeah exactly.
MikeV
  1. 5194 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

Actually if I recall there was one person that was really angry about that Sunshine Dick Christmas special.
Sless
  1. 5195 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

Where would I find a recording of Lana's show? I've missed so much.
loweeda
  1. 5196 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

ya, #64 is my favourite Margaret Atwood. 
xcanuck
  1. 5197 posted by

xcanuck on Mar 27, 2015

For those asking about the return of Elizabeth Powell - she's playing the Roots North Festival in Orillia on Apr 24 (sorry - I might've said Sarnia to Russ). She's doing a 1pm show at Apple Annie's Cafe. Yeah, I know. Weird. But it IS her. http://rootsnorth.ca/
CDNz1
  1. 5198 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

ALEX!
krib
  1. 5199 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

see ya, Chopz!
Chopz87
  1. 5200 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

@Shonice - FO SHIZZLE!!!
AlexOfAnders
  1. 5201 posted by

AlexOfAnders on Mar 27, 2015

@MikeV - Really? I always enjoyed Sunshine Dick Johnson but some people just didn't understand his whiskey loving charms
Wapuche
  1. 5202 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@loweeda- What's awesome is that I had absolutely no doubt that you'd get that reference.
Old Abe
  1. 5203 posted by

Old Abe on Mar 27, 2015

@AlexOfAnders #5177, Episode #27 :)
garfielduk
  1. 5204 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@AlexofAnders #5177, Have you seen this?
JonDixon
  1. 5205 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@Lana there's cell service in Dawson!

It probably wasn't 3G at that time yet though. Which was likely a part of your downfall. Or you had Rogers, which doesn't work here either.

darbarspecial
  1. 5206 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Great story Lana! Way to go Lucas!
lindsey.who
  1. 5207 posted by

lindsey.who on Mar 27, 2015

Awwww that was such a good story
MikeV
  1. 5208 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

@AlexOfAnders Yeah he had a way of dividing the audience. Mostly with his breath.
Shonica
  1. 5209 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

AW LUCAS!
balls
  1. 5210 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

Lana, try making it to ChickenStock in Chicken, Alaska sometime!! It makes Dawson City Music Festival look luxurious. 
krib
  1. 5211 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

All right, Lucas!

Craft beer drinkers are the best people!

Shonica
  1. 5212 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Chopz YEAH!!!!!
OpalJagger
  1. 5213 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

This definitely deserves another WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO, for the story and the song!
Chopz87
  1. 5214 posted by

Chopz87 on Mar 27, 2015

also Loweeda, Radiohead, LA2TO, etc etc etc etc
Old Abe
  1. 5215 posted by

Old Abe on Mar 27, 2015

@Garf ;)
AlexOfAnders
  1. 5216 posted by

AlexOfAnders on Mar 27, 2015

RUSS! I seemed to have missed seeing Yort was on here earlier as well
deiru
  1. 5217 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

THE BLOG THE GREATEST COLLECTION OF PEOPLE ON EARTH
garfielduk
  1. 5218 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

Can I just say one of the best feelings in the world is when you post a link to your own site only to find out someone has beaten you to it
cathyort
  1. 5219 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

Look out, @AlexofAnders:

BEARHUG!!!!

MusicSoop
  1. 5220 posted by

MusicSoop on Mar 27, 2015

I'm watching the farewell video now. Jeez Cmac did an amazing job putting this all together. Balls I MISS YOU!!!
TheRadioHead
  1. 5221 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

I've never met Lucas IRL, but even through the internets you can tell he's a great guy. 

He's also one of the veterans here, though he can't blog much because he drives for work.

MackenzieC
  1. 5222 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Spoilers... my feed is so far behind thanks to my computer freezing up.
burgessjackie
  1. 5223 posted by

burgessjackie on Mar 27, 2015

@ Lana


Unfortunately (and also luckily) Dawson now has cell service! I actually feel really bad about not introducing myself to you at DCMF that year! I saw you taking a photo of the Palace Grand after the evening set I think and I wanted to say hi but I was too shy!!

WildWorks
  1. 5224 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

We got an hour left until Lana says bye-bye. It's going to be sad. :(
AlexOfAnders
  1. 5225 posted by

AlexOfAnders on Mar 27, 2015

@Garf - Thank you sir, that is amazing! I think a new tradition of Christmas with Sunshine Dick Johnson will now be able to start
Lana Gay
  1. 5226 posted by

Lana Gay on Mar 27, 2015

BEST COLLECTION OF HUMANS, RIGHT HERE!
Scuba
  1. 5227 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

@Lana who are you calling human? ;)
CDNz1
  1. 5228 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

@Alex - She's still here!
Shonica
  1. 5229 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

LOVE YOU LANA! 

Can you tell us if you will be hosting WFF this year?

Lana Gay
  1. 5230 posted by

Lana Gay on Mar 27, 2015

@burgessjackie Oh man! Well, next time! Hopefully I'll be back out soon, I have some special love for DCMF!
boders
  1. 5231 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

Did I just come back to see loweeda and Wapuche talking about Wiretap? I can't even you beauties. Yes I can.

Glad you're here, AofA. Was really nice to see you in a weird way this morn.

AlexOfAnderse was my first blog buddy meetup. Won Attach in Black tickets on a trivia tuesday I think and didn't have anyone to go with. Blog post. Boom.

fictionjunkie
  1. 5232 posted by

fictionjunkie on Mar 27, 2015

I'm sorry I can't stay till the bitter end on the blog.

<3 <3 <3

deiru
  1. 5233 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

@scuba I think Lana meant to say "bloub bloub bloub"
krib
  1. 5234 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

I've met Lucas in real life, and he's a bit of all right

He and his lady friend make a sharp-looking couple, too, when he cleans himself up ;-)

MackenzieC
  1. 5235 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

When I did my Vancouver and Victoria trip, I asked Boders and Lucas for their contact info for my mom in case something happened to me. (She was worried I was staying with online friends I'd never met before.) Lucas was all like, "oh your mom wants to make sure we're not psychopaths. That's totally cool, here you go."


Him and Marley were such a lovely couple to stay with. Considering how big of a zombie I was after a whirlwind of 4 days doing an organized tour of the island, they were so good about making sure I still got to do stuff despite my zombie-ness and didn't make fun of me at all for falling asleep in the movie theatre because I was so sleep deprived.

AlexOfAnders
  1. 5236 posted by

AlexOfAnders on Mar 27, 2015

Back at you Cathyort!
Wapuche
  1. 5237 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@garfielduk- You don't know how long I've been trying to track down the Sunshine Show to play for folks down here. Probably because I never told you. But it was a long time and you, sir, are a hero to the people.
JonDixon
  1. 5238 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@Lana you let me know when you head up to DCMF again!  I'll make sure you have a ride home.  You're ok with sharing the back seat of the truck with my baby and dog, right?
ggnewton
  1. 5239 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Lana - I'm one of those listeners that listens from afar.  I just wanted to thank you from the bottom of my heart for literally bringing the sun, day after day after day for the last 6-7 years for me.  All the best. I will truly miss your laugh and smile - which we can totally hear through the radio.

FoR3ver!

Christine McAvoy
  1. 5240 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

Havent left yet. Hannah just knocked. She says hello to you all!
CDNz1
  1. 5241 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

@Alex/Cam - That's so sweet, almost like Yort and I meeting at that ElliottBROOD show.

Okay, not really.

garfielduk
  1. 5242 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@wapuche #5237, Awww shuckjs, twernt nuthin
MusicSoop
  1. 5243 posted by

MusicSoop on Mar 27, 2015

Okay the Sage part of this farewell video is totes going to make me cry. One of the loveliest people ever.
hotpatch
  1. 5244 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

yup, i'm back
cathyort
  1. 5245 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@ggnewton, where is afar?
garfielduk
  1. 5246 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

Hello Hannah
Scuba
  1. 5247 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

So, think we can break 6k?
AlexOfAnders
  1. 5248 posted by

AlexOfAnders on Mar 27, 2015

@Boders - Was glad that we did meet up, never feel like I see enough of you but then I live out in "metro" Vancouver as opposed to real Vancouver now, tend not to make it into the city as much. Heh, was good "running" into you through a sea of morning commuters like two ships passing at night but with mobiles instead of lanterns.
kathyjean
  1. 5249 posted by

kathyjean on Mar 27, 2015

Babs made me full on weep, Soop!
hotpatch
  1. 5250 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

musicpoop it's you!!
loweeda
  1. 5251 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

I'm trying to blog on my iPad, which is really slow and some of my posts get lost, but big smiles for all comment references to me, for whatever reason :) :):)
JonDixon
  1. 5252 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@Soop re: Sage I know right?
Shonica
  1. 5253 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Musicsoop,

How are you? I have missed you around here. Will we see you this summer? NXNE? WFF? RFF?

MusicSoop
  1. 5254 posted by

MusicSoop on Mar 27, 2015

Haha, it's me!
evensteven
  1. 5255 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

#5197 Orillia?

Quick, take me to google maps!

CDNz1
  1. 5256 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Sloweeda...
Shonica
  1. 5257 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Soop, Sage and her family are the best!
TheIceman
  1. 5258 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

@Tim 5243 & KJ 5249 - Ditto for me too!
MusicSoop
  1. 5259 posted by

MusicSoop on Mar 27, 2015

Shonica: Everything is up in the air right now. I can predict nothing about the future. Except that we WILL see each other somewhere sometime.
balls
  1. 5260 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

Russ, that's brilliant
garfielduk
  1. 5261 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@ggnewton, we are not from a far we live in the province of Away


Scuba
  1. 5262 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

For reals though, can Mr. Fussyfont get shirts made? 
TheIceman
  1. 5263 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015 I have to meet everyone that I haven't met yet. All the amazing people drawn like moths to the brilliant light of Radio3.

krib
  1. 5264 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

ha. just went and looked at the play logs.

Grant's seemed to be pretty much all of his favourites over the years

Wapuche
  1. 5265 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

#5259, cont. "Perhaps even RIGHT NOW, RIGHT BEHIND YOU!"
CDNz1
  1. 5266 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Wapuche's bloggie pic wins Lanarama.
MackenzieC
  1. 5267 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Musicsoop - either you need to come for WFF or I need to get my butt in gear and come visit you California folks one day.
kathyjean
  1. 5268 posted by

kathyjean on Mar 27, 2015

5267+11111111
evensteven
  1. 5269 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Hannah.

We had a beer in NYC!

mcfflyer
  1. 5270 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

My goodness.  Step away for 45 minutes, and we've gone up another 300 posts!  I need to catch up between 4900 and now!


MusicSoop
  1. 5271 posted by

MusicSoop on Mar 27, 2015

Mackenzie: Agreed!
mcfflyer
  1. 5272 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

What an amazing, amazing day.
dawn.h
  1. 5273 posted by

dawn.h on Mar 27, 2015

speaking of visiting California..

SOOP

Fancy a visit in April? I'll be on a business trip and can maybe swing over for the weekend.

mcfflyer
  1. 5274 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Mr. Soop, how are things in Boss Angeles?


Scuba
  1. 5275 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

@Lana - what about Foodie Fridays?
MusicSoop
  1. 5276 posted by

MusicSoop on Mar 27, 2015

Dawn: YES!!
JonDixon
  1. 5277 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

It is one of my greatest regrets that I didn't manage to run into Lana at DCMF when I was there.
mcfflyer
  1. 5278 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

@Wapuche, Patrick, where's your Captain Morgan pic?
MusicSoop
  1. 5279 posted by

MusicSoop on Mar 27, 2015

Lee: The weather is nice. Otherwise...
Wapuche
  1. 5280 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@Soop- I should also be in LA sometime this year. Just sayin'.
lindsey.who
  1. 5281 posted by

lindsey.who on Mar 27, 2015

because of all the procrastinating I did on the blog today I'm now at work over an hour later than I should be
AlexOfAnders
  1. 5282 posted by

AlexOfAnders on Mar 27, 2015

@Scuba - What about Guac-n-talk?
CDNz1
  1. 5283 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Remember that time Hannah fished her set and walked off the stage in Pontiac and was gang-hugged by CBC Radio 3 Scarves? 
Wapuche
  1. 5284 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@mcfflyer- I was waiting for you to come back. I wouldn't want to waste it.
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 5285 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

#5272    I knew (as did everyone) that people would come out of the woodwork, but it seems there's a lot more woodwork than I thought!
CDNz1
  1. 5286 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

*finished
ggnewton
  1. 5287 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

@cathyort...  when I said afar - it was more in reference to Lana's comment about "afar" (from the blog).. but literally is just San Diego, California.
MusicSoop
  1. 5288 posted by

MusicSoop on Mar 27, 2015

Wapuche: Let's meet up this time!
garfielduk
  1. 5289 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

if you are interested in a FoR3ver shirt email me and I'll try to talk MrFussyFont into letting me use it
krib
  1. 5290 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

I am kind of surprised that Grant didn't play Hearts Like Bears, after using it as his theme song for long
Scuba
  1. 5291 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

@AlexofAnders - I think Foodie Friday was pre Guac-and-Talk. But I am fully open to being wrong. Lana mentioned Guac and talk earlier.
hotpatch
  1. 5292 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

CDNz1, (((group hug on Hanna G!!!0000)))
CDNz1
  1. 5293 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Remember that time I consumed a Double Down for Foodie Friday? 

Thanks for the interview, Lana.

Steve Venegas
  1. 5294 posted by

Steve Venegas on Mar 27, 2015

Happy Trails, blog

This has been the best 4 years of my professional life.

Follow me on twitter @steve_venegas if you want to see what I'm up to.

Scuba
  1. 5295 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

@garfielduk - my email addy is somewhere upstream. I don't have yours, but I'm seriously interested in a lifetime supply of those shirts.


darbarspecial
  1. 5296 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks Steve!
deiru
  1. 5297 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

@JD Can I sit in the bed of truck then?? Cause there is not way I would miss an R3 gathering and DCMF!
MusicSoop
  1. 5298 posted by

MusicSoop on Mar 27, 2015

Adios Steve!
deiru
  1. 5299 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

*at (not and)
cathyort
  1. 5300 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

All the best to you, Steve.


AlexOfAnders
  1. 5301 posted by

AlexOfAnders on Mar 27, 2015

@Scuba - True, foodie friday's started back in the basement days on the old site with the black background. I always looked forward to them. Did they start when Lana was filling in for Grant during the mid-day/morning block one summer? Because it was Craig then Grant then Lisa for a while.
Shonica
  1. 5302 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

BYE SteveV

Enjoy your new job at the CBC.

Sless
  1. 5303 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

@Steve V

Thank you so much for being part of the radio that rocked!

sansshoes
  1. 5304 posted by

sansshoes on Mar 27, 2015

@Steve Venegas...You did a great job on the R3-30. Best of luck to you!
CDNz1
  1. 5305 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Thank you STEVE!!!
garfielduk
  1. 5306 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@scuba all my contact details are in my profile (just click my name over there <---)
flagpole music
  1. 5307 posted by

flagpole music on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks, Steve. Done.  I followed you as ShortFilmSunday, which is where I am loads for all my extremely unpaid work.

also, people visiting Los Angeles. I'm happy to see you too if you head this way. just holler

krib
  1. 5308 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

Didn't foodie friday outlive guac & talk? I thought the latter was a more sporadic thing.
loweeda
  1. 5309 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

I'll keep liking pictures of your adorable pugs on INstagram, Steve.
JonDixon
  1. 5310 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@deiru for sure.

Or you guys can get into the travel trailer and drink beers

Scuba
  1. 5311 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

@AlexofAnders - That old site was way better than this one for playlist management. I remember jumping on this one as fast as possible to get my username. First site ever where Scuba was available. :p
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 5312 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

𝄞 Video stole the radio star...
hotpatch
  1. 5313 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

Lana use to do this bit where she would invite a (musical) guest for a ride in her pink Cadillac..so fun! would like to hear that again 
krib
  1. 5314 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

Bye, Steve!
tiffyleeson
  1. 5315 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Lana!   Enjoy the Champagne!!  xox
AlexOfAnders
  1. 5316 posted by

AlexOfAnders on Mar 27, 2015

@krib - Yeah, I think there was only 3 or 4 Guac-and-talks. I remember seeing one live at the CBC, I think it was a CBC open house.
nvp
  1. 5317 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


Alanna-Lana-rama!

mcfflyer
  1. 5318 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Wapuche - sorry I had to step away to catch my breath and get my heart rate down a bit before having it ramped up again.
deiru
  1. 5319 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

@JD I didn't realize that was an option, yes I will do that


OMG LANA AND ALANA!!!!!! TOGETHER!!!!!!!!!!

CDNz1
  1. 5320 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

@Tiff - Did you get up to the studio?
WildWorks
  1. 5321 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Whoa! Kevin Drew. :)
Sless
  1. 5322 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

@Alanna

I will miss you on the morning shows! Thank you so much!

lindsey.who
  1. 5323 posted by

lindsey.who on Mar 27, 2015

REGINULA ARE YOU LISTENING TO THIS
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 5324 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

Oh no, Mr Body Butter!
Shonica
  1. 5325 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Alanna - Lana
loweeda
  1. 5326 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

Kevin Drew! My heart <3
MrFussyfont
  1. 5327 posted by

MrFussyfont on Mar 27, 2015

@Garf, I got your tweet. I have to go now but we can talk about the T-shirts later this weekend. The answer is a qualified yes... just want to talk about some details/concerns.
Wapuche
  1. 5328 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

Holy schnikes, it's radio's Kevin Drew!
mcfflyer
  1. 5329 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Hey Steve V!  Take care, man!
Snarf
  1. 5330 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

Steve Venegas - it has been great having you here! I am sure there are exciting things in your future.
CDNz1
  1. 5331 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Buddy Butter
JonDixon
  1. 5332 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@deiru in fact, I'll just get the missus to drive so I can go back there and drink beers and play Euchre with you guys.

That's what you'll be doing, right?

OpalJagger
  1. 5333 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

KEVIN DREW?! I wonder what he would do if you played "It's All Gonna Break"? Opportunity to chat for at least 9 minutes haha
WildWorks
  1. 5334 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

I wonder if Kevin Drew got the CBC Visitor sticker? :)
SamaraS
  1. 5335 posted by

SamaraS on Mar 27, 2015

Hahahaha, oh this is so ... mind boggling! It's so great and so sad and just amazing. <3
CDNz1
  1. 5336 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015 Chugging a 40 > Pushing 40.

MusicSoop
  1. 5337 posted by

MusicSoop on Mar 27, 2015

This is great!
TheRadioHead
  1. 5338 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

I have to leave for the evening.  It's opening night for Cluster New Music + Integrated Arts fest and it's going to be interesting indeed.


I can't thank each of you enough for your contributions to this place. See you here Monday.

Scuba
  1. 5339 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

I will totally subscribe to Bathtub Bolgonese.
deiru
  1. 5340 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

@JD who would be the 4th player
Shonica
  1. 5341 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

I love Alanna's laughter in the background.
garfielduk
  1. 5342 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

I wish I was pushing 40
Shonica
  1. 5343 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

BYE TRH see you Monday!
tiffyleeson
  1. 5344 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

@CDNz1 - long story.  Michael told me to come to the station earlier today.....  so I went with Champagne.   and then Aba came down to tell me that Lana was toooo busy / overwhelmed / not a good time (which I TOTALLY understand)  and then Michael messaged me to come back, but I was already gone....  :(  oh well!
SamaraS
  1. 5345 posted by

SamaraS on Mar 27, 2015

See you Monday TheRadioHead
Craig Norris
  1. 5346 posted by

Craig Norris on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks for the kind words, guys.

Lana Rocks!

darbarspecial
  1. 5347 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

So true Kevin! So true! Just like R3 came into our lives at the right time.
evensteven
  1. 5348 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

Wait.. I missed it

What did Kevin Draw?

darbarspecial
  1. 5349 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

She sure does Craig! As do you.
MackenzieC
  1. 5350 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Alex of Anders - #5316 I definitely remember listening to a CBC open house guac and talk and all the YV3R people were there.
tiffyleeson
  1. 5351 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

@Craig Norris - is still kicking around on the blog!!  :)  
evensteven
  1. 5352 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

#5342 I ish I was drinking a forty!
evensteven
  1. 5353 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

*wish!
deiru
  1. 5354 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

wow some powerful words from Kevin Drew.............. I love this place so much
MikeV
  1. 5355 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

Cool Kevin Drew appearance!
garfielduk
  1. 5356 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@ES, will you be here all week and should we try the fish?
Wapuche
  1. 5357 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

There you go, Lee.
Scuba
  1. 5358 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

@Lana - Stuff like this is why you will always be awesome on radio (or TV). I think we should turn over half of every CBC news broadcast to you.
Shonica
  1. 5359 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

I was around when Andy Kim had his first hit on radio and I really like this new song.
WildWorks
  1. 5360 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Sports writers writing music articles, why am I thinking of Bruce Arthur?
MackenzieC
  1. 5361 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Anyone else tipping their whiskey in cheers every time Lana does a host break?
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 5362 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

What did Kevin Draw?

A full house.

TheRadioHead
  1. 5363 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

PS Shonica, I do remember that first meeting at The Park Theater! ;)
Scuba
  1. 5364 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

@MackenzieC - Absolutely
MackenzieC
  1. 5365 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

FINALLY caught up on the 1500 posts I missed while I was gone. YAHOO!
loweeda
  1. 5366 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

ya, I really like this Andy Kim album, but mostly because it sounds like a Kevin Drew album ;)
evensteven
  1. 5367 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

Well I've been here all week.

One of my customers was talking about Mark Hammil being in the FLASH TV series and I was thinking... QUIET! I'm trying to soak in a Lana's story!

deiru
  1. 5368 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

I love this idea
evensteven
  1. 5369 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

BFO#5362... Outside the box!
darbarspecial
  1. 5370 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Oh Lana! Haha!
kirkofdoom
  1. 5371 posted by

kirkofdoom on Mar 27, 2015

WAIT

Is the bath FILLED WITH bolognese, too?

garfielduk
  1. 5372 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@ES, Was he in this weeks episode, I haven't seen it yet.
CDNz1
  1. 5373 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Kevin Drew. That's the guy that Reginula made out with, right?
Scuba
  1. 5374 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

@kirkofdoom - I assumed it was. Apparently not.
WildWorks
  1. 5375 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Good to hear Alanna laugh in the background.
TheRadioHead
  1. 5376 posted by

TheRadioHead on Mar 27, 2015

What's going on under that desk?
JonDixon
  1. 5377 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@deiru I'm sure we can find a person in Dawson to be the 4th.
Snarf
  1. 5378 posted by

Snarf on Mar 27, 2015

Bye blog! I have to head out a bit early but I'll be listening.  See some of you in a couple hours.

Lana - It has been a great day celebrating R3! Sad Lanarama is no more, but cautiously optimistic you and the CBC crew will make something new and great!

See you next week!

CDNz1
  1. 5379 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

@Mac - Chugging beer.
WildWorks
  1. 5380 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Oh, the hilarity. :)
Wapuche
  1. 5381 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

@mckenzie- I bought a bottle of Eagle Rare just for the occasion. 
JonDixon
  1. 5382 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

Alright all, I have to leave.

Lana, there are no words. You're the best. The very best. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart for making every day that I heard you better.

I sincerely hope that I can hear you live somewhere again in the near future.

Much love from way up this way.

Scuba
  1. 5383 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

@Wapuche - Good Choice. I just came back from KY.
CDNz1
  1. 5384 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

I'd have a beer with Kevin.


MackenzieC
  1. 5385 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Lana: I can do anything!
MusicSoop
  1. 5386 posted by

MusicSoop on Mar 27, 2015

Well this is a fantastic way to close things out!
centropomus
  1. 5387 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Great to see the blog still going!!! I'm busy with kids and can't listen now, but I hope to track it down from someone who is recording everything. Sounds like another great show, Lana!
krib
  1. 5388 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

geez, did Lana just give Kevin Drew a little grab under the table there?


rusty
  1. 5389 posted by

rusty on Mar 27, 2015 Loving this Lana and Kevin show right now! Thanks Lana! Will miss hearing you live. :)

WildWorks
  1. 5390 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Hopefully they call Grant up. :)
garfielduk
  1. 5391 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

I'd have a scotch with Alanna (mostly because she might be able to recommend one I might like)
Shonica
  1. 5392 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

I guess Reginula is at the Stars meet & greet, she will want to hear that too.
CDNz1
  1. 5393 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

I remember meeting Jace Lasek for the first time. In a washroom. In London.

I remember meeting Jace Lasek for the second time. Also in a washroom. In Detroit.


krib
  1. 5394 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

are we in the last half hour or is there another hour after that?
AlexOfAnders
  1. 5395 posted by

AlexOfAnders on Mar 27, 2015

Bye everyone! I'm off to answer the call of CMac to have more people to hold a table. You're all the most wonderful group of people I've had the pleasure to call friends and I don't think there will ever be a community as welcoming and amazing as the R3 crowd.

Keep being awesome everyone!

krib
  1. 5396 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

'bye Alex.

one day I'll get to YVR and meet all of you

Scuba
  1. 5397 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

The people who are great on radio make fantastic use of non verbal vocals and sounds, such as breathing, swallowing, etc. For example, Garrison Keillor: his nose breathing, and the sound he makes when he opens his mouth to make an utterance, are a key aspect of his radio story telling.

I might have had an extra beer, but I think the last host break was a perfect application of that. You could tell they were eating nachos without hearing the chips breaking or lip smacking.

I'm not sure where I'm going with this...

nvp
  1. 5398 posted by

nvp on Mar 27, 2015


@BfO [5362] points.

MackenzieC
  1. 5399 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Adios AlexOfAnders
garfielduk
  1. 5400 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

I still remember meeting Craig for the first time, mostly because he cam over and introduced himself to me.  That is a first impression that has stuck with me.
Shonica
  1. 5401 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Bye Alex!
TheIceman
  1. 5402 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

@Alex - Tell CMac thanks again from all of us.
garfielduk
  1. 5403 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Alex, give CMac a hug for me please
krib
  1. 5404 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

Scuba,

sounds like you're going for another beer ;-)

Sless
  1. 5405 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

I definitely lost some followers on twitter today for how obnoxious I was about #FOR3VER and @CBCRadio3
MackenzieC
  1. 5406 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

For anyone who has CMac on twitter, can you share her link to the after party on here for us non-twitter users?
evensteven
  1. 5407 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

Garf.. I think it's upcoming. Maybe as the weather wizard? Not sure.

BTW... I WISH I WAS IN VANCOUVER RIGHT NOW!!!

MackenzieC
  1. 5408 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Can we make it to 5500 or even 6000 to close out the day?
evensteven
  1. 5409 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

SLESS #5405 .. Not true followers anyway then!
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 5410 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

nvp   thx!
CDNz1
  1. 5411 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

@Alex - I hope Grant can still goalie tonight!
garfielduk
  1. 5412 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

I could listen to Garrison Keillor for hours.  He is the voice for most of Toyotas adverts in the UK, I have no intention of buying one but I always listen to the advert.
evensteven
  1. 5413 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

This blog reminds me of Seinfeld when Kramer and the car salesman drove the car until it ran out of gas on the highway
CDNz1
  1. 5414 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

@Sless - Fuck'em.
krib
  1. 5415 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

oh man, I just realized that FF at home is working fine with the music feed, and then it goes and stops

good thing it's only Alvvays

Scuba
  1. 5416 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

@krib - How did you know?

Also, I may have CBC R3's phone number saved in my phone...

TheIceman
  1. 5417 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

Broken Social Scene Nachos - with a rotating cast of 31 different ingredients.
kathyjean
  1. 5418 posted by

kathyjean on Mar 27, 2015

Lana, you are a gem. I am so glad I got to meet you and have breakfast with you a couple years ago with Drabble. You have the smile that would light the world for3ver! :) Will miss hearing you every day! take care!
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 5419 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

Sless, quoth Japandroids: TELL 'EM ALL TO GO TO HELL!

Oh. Followers? Maybe not...

Craig Norris
  1. 5420 posted by

Craig Norris on Mar 27, 2015

I remember that, garfield!

That's when I used to be a nice guy.

rebecca1234
  1. 5421 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

love alwavvys! 
Scuba
  1. 5422 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

Please let that be a station break: "You're listening to Lana Gay on CBC radio 3"
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 5423 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

K.D. covers himself in body butter and slithers?
MackenzieC
  1. 5424 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

@Scuba #5416 I used to have R3's number stored in my phone for Trivia Tuesday back in my last year of university. Except I always happened to be listening in the Arts Study Lounge for those shows and cell phone use was a huge no no. I bet that's a non-issue these days. :/
kirkofdoom
  1. 5425 posted by

kirkofdoom on Mar 27, 2015

SHUT UP, KEVIN DREW, LANA IS TRYING TO ASK YOU TO DANCE
balls
  1. 5426 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

We ALL want to be in Vancouver tonight, that's for sure. CHEERS from the North!! (again...)
dawn.h
  1. 5427 posted by

dawn.h on Mar 27, 2015

@theiceman

sooo true. a main few ingredients with many, many daily-changing options.

kathyjean
  1. 5428 posted by

kathyjean on Mar 27, 2015

STARRRRRRRRSSSSSS
deiru
  1. 5429 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

@Lana thank you for the greatest day in history and what a great song to end on thank thank you thank you
evensteven
  1. 5430 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

Is yes spelled "YES" in Canada too?
MackenzieC
  1. 5431 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

@Craig Norris #5420 - "when you used to be a nice guy" ? Oh please... haha
kathyjean
  1. 5432 posted by

kathyjean on Mar 27, 2015

:'(
krib
  1. 5433 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

Kevin Drew says nachos the way Brits say kebab
Emma Godmere
  1. 5434 posted by

Emma Godmere on Mar 27, 2015

"Do you dance?"

"Why do I feel like crying all of a sudden?"

Greatest.

rebecca1234
  1. 5435 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

keep it coming peeps we can do 6000 by the end
hotpatch
  1. 5436 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

right on Lana!!
MackenzieC
  1. 5437 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

#5430 - YES
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 5438 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

evensteven        yeth
TheIceman
  1. 5439 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

Woooohooooooo!!!!

Dance Party!

loweeda
  1. 5440 posted by

loweeda on Mar 27, 2015

I just keep wanting to say "we're awesome! we're awesome! Aren't we awesome? Look how awesome we are!"

So...that's how I feel, and I guess I'll just make my last blog post (for today! Because of course there'll be more) be that. We're awesome. I love you all, and I love this music.

Have a great weekend. We need to dance more.


darbarspecial
  1. 5441 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Hugs to you Lana!
124th Street Beat
  1. 5442 posted by

124th Street Beat on Mar 27, 2015

Lana - this is brilliant-

Krevin Drew, BSS and Stars- the two bands that really started my love affair with Canadian Indy- I am happy that I can catch these last bits of live R3


Ballack13
  1. 5443 posted by

Ballack13 on Mar 27, 2015

Last time I was in Toronto I went tho Sneeky Dee's and was disappointed with the Nachos.
krib
  1. 5444 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

This is kind of cool. kind of sorry I missed Grant's sign-off
evensteven
  1. 5445 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

BFO still got it!
Scuba
  1. 5446 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

@Lana - That's fantastic. You will take over the world. ;p
Lauren Burrows
  1. 5447 posted by

Lauren Burrows on Mar 27, 2015

I request a Kevin Drew dance photo! 
hotpatch
  1. 5448 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

we
garfielduk
  1. 5449 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

The trivia tuesday line may be the last number I learned.
hotpatch
  1. 5450 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

can 
kirkofdoom
  1. 5451 posted by

kirkofdoom on Mar 27, 2015

Is this Lana's "last song", then? Because it's fucking perfect.

I'm not going to say bye, Lana, because I'll "see" you on Monday (right?!)...


but thank you.

hotpatch
  1. 5452 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

do 
Shonica
  1. 5453 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

I'm dancing along!
hotpatch
  1. 5454 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

it!!
deiru
  1. 5455 posted by

deiru on Mar 27, 2015

I LOVE YOU ALL HAVE GREAT WEEKEND


SEE YOU LATER SPACE COWBOY

CDNz1
  1. 5456 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Dear Fucksticks Who Slash The CBC Budget, 

You're reading this, right?

You will be fondly remembered come election time.

Suck it!

Your pal,

Russ

Shonica
  1. 5457 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

THANK YOU LANA, LOVE YOU! 
flagpole music
  1. 5458 posted by

flagpole music on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks everyone.

I'm going to sit here quietly for Lana's goodbye. I'm on FB & tweety & loads of regulars know how to find me.always happy to talk music or film or food or whatever.

There's a beer & baked goods on offer in L.A. if you're in town.

MackenzieC
  1. 5459 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

#5456 -says the guy living in Amurica. :P
ckkr
  1. 5460 posted by

ckkr on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks for all, Radio 3. And thank you Lana and Grant.

You've been good company and an amazing source of musical discovery for many years.


Wapuche
  1. 5461 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

Mad Love for Lana in this moment (and all moments).
evensteven
  1. 5462 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

LANA

WOW!!

Really very awesome R3 Live Host finale!

Love Ya!

travis813
  1. 5463 posted by

travis813 on Mar 27, 2015

i Made it here in time from work!
gcranston
  1. 5464 posted by

gcranston on Mar 27, 2015

OMG Lana we will miss you so much. I was sad when you disappeared to work on some secret project that turned out to be the wonderful CBC Music. Then you came back to us with your bubbling positivity and all was right with the world. I hope your next projects are just as clandestine and turn out totally awesome. I'll say it again, we're going to miss you.
justingrady
  1. 5465 posted by

justingrady on Mar 27, 2015

I'll miss you Lana...... :(   
MackenzieC
  1. 5466 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Lana you are making me teary.
CDNz1
  1. 5467 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

@Craig - Thanks for hosting ALL OF US! 


boders
  1. 5468 posted by

boders on Mar 27, 2015

Time to go join that table Alex mentioned. I love you folks. Put your hands up.

see ya on Monday; maybe some surprises will come out of the tickle trunk

CDNz1
  1. 5469 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

And letting us co-host.
rebecca1234
  1. 5470 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

oh my laughing out loud
calculust
  1. 5471 posted by

calculust on Mar 27, 2015

Hey Lana (and those who are left on the blog)! Glad I could finally tune in for a bit today!
Lana Gay
  1. 5472 posted by

Lana Gay on Mar 27, 2015

Okay guys, I can't guarantee I'll keep it together.

Sorry if I sound cheesy,I'm feeling all the feelings!

hotpatch
  1. 5473 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

we will come to see you one day flagpole
evensteven
  1. 5474 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

Mack#459... Hey! It's spelled 'mericah
WildWorks
  1. 5475 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks Lana! You're sooooooo wonderful. :)
MackenzieC
  1. 5476 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

You're making us feel all the feelings Lana
MikeV
  1. 5477 posted by

MikeV on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks Lana! and everyone!


Great show(s) today.

travis813
  1. 5478 posted by

travis813 on Mar 27, 2015

oh man, the feels!
gcranston
  1. 5479 posted by

gcranston on Mar 27, 2015

#5456 @CDNz1: god damned right. Fucksticks take notice!


Good think ordinary people don't care about arts.

garfielduk
  1. 5480 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

Somebody drank my beer!
McS
  1. 5481 posted by

McS on Mar 27, 2015

Thank you Lana :) You are awesome
erinev
  1. 5482 posted by

erinev on Mar 27, 2015

lana!!! you are the best!!
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 5483 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

Love you Lana. Word up.
Scuba
  1. 5484 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

My glass is raised, Lana.
hotpatch
  1. 5485 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

<3 Lana, you're a Canadian treasure <3
sansshoes
  1. 5486 posted by

sansshoes on Mar 27, 2015

Very well said! Thanks, again, Lana!!
garfielduk
  1. 5487 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

((((Lana))))
TheIceman
  1. 5488 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

WE LOVE YOU LANA DON'T LEAVE US!!!!!!!!!!!!
CDNz1
  1. 5489 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Thank you, LANA! 
Wapuche
  1. 5490 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

I want this sign-off speech for a poster on my wall. 

Seriously.

Lauren Burrows
  1. 5491 posted by

Lauren Burrows on Mar 27, 2015

I like serious Lana. Great sign off dude. xoxo
darbarspecial
  1. 5492 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

So well done Lana! Tears again...

Dancing for you

evensteven
  1. 5493 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

I will be drinking beer tonight in honor of CBC3 Live Hosts!
gcranston
  1. 5494 posted by

gcranston on Mar 27, 2015

Very well said Lana.
mcfflyer
  1. 5495 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Lana, thanks for bringing the sunshine into my life, love you so much.
mikeymike
  1. 5496 posted by

mikeymike on Mar 27, 2015

Well said!  Cheers to all of you!
cathyort
  1. 5497 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

<3
evensteven
  1. 5498 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

Final Throne?
OpalJagger
  1. 5499 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

I love you all. That was just as touching as Grant's sign-off earlier, I'm tearing up again over here. ALL THE BEST LANA :)
morgana
  1. 5500 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

@lana thank you for the love!  right back at you, you lovely lady!
CDNz1
  1. 5501 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Fucking Onion O'clock again...
124th Street Beat
  1. 5502 posted by

124th Street Beat on Mar 27, 2015

Shit Lana- there is still someone in the basement with me - they are going to wonder why I am trying my best not to cry!

Oh wait, they just left~ Water works!

dawn.h
  1. 5503 posted by

dawn.h on Mar 27, 2015

aw. Lana. *big hugs* 
himymothra
  1. 5504 posted by

himymothra on Mar 27, 2015

great show lana. this hooded fang song is a lovely tune to leave to
gcranston
  1. 5505 posted by

gcranston on Mar 27, 2015

#5490: good call. Someone call garfieldUK. I'm sure he's half-finished it by now.
hotpatch
  1. 5506 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

We will see you on the other side!!!
evensteven
  1. 5507 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

Missed it by that much!
Shonica
  1. 5508 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

I don't think I have ever danced while weeping!
Scuba
  1. 5509 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

Lana, may you never have to pay for a beer (or nachos) again.
flagpole music
  1. 5510 posted by

flagpole music on Mar 27, 2015

xoxox @LANA

some of my fondest R3 memories involved dancing to Hooded Fang & knowing you were doing the same in Toronto.

love you to bits, lady

MackenzieC
  1. 5511 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks for all the fun today everyone. It's been way too long since I've been around and I'm glad it just so happened I had the day off for R3's last host filled day. It was always so comforting knowing I could tune in and hear Lana or Grant when I was off sick. Now... well as I said before, my work used to block the stream but the blog was still around, so it'll be a bit deja vu for me, but it won't be the same without hearing my friends online.


Gonna miss the heydays of R3 like nothing else.

kirkofdoom
  1. 5512 posted by

kirkofdoom on Mar 27, 2015

That was beautiful, Lana.
OpalJagger
  1. 5513 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

ahaha on the funny side, that's the second -1 throne post I've had today...
mcfflyer
  1. 5514 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

And to the entire CBCRadio3 blog community:  I've said it before, and I say it again: I love you all.
hotpatch
  1. 5515 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

morgana you're it!
TheIceman
  1. 5516 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

WHO WILL BRING THE SUNSHINE?

You are my sunshine,

my only sunshine,

you make me happy when skies are grey

PhilipST
  1. 5517 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 27, 2015

Thank you, Lana, a moving closer. "Stay curious." 
kathyjean
  1. 5518 posted by

kathyjean on Mar 27, 2015

Blog is broken for me! OHHH LANA I LOVE YOU AND EVERYONE PAST AND PRESENT AT R3. YOU ARE AN AMAZING WOMAN AND I AM CRYING MY EYES OUT!
MusicSoop
  1. 5519 posted by

MusicSoop on Mar 27, 2015

Love you so much Lana Gay!! Thanks for everything!
dawn.h
  1. 5520 posted by

dawn.h on Mar 27, 2015

"in the end.. we're friends.. for life" very nice Lana.
morgana
  1. 5521 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

oopsie!
hotpatch
  1. 5522 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

noww it's time to tear into the scotch
Ballack13
  1. 5523 posted by

Ballack13 on Mar 27, 2015

Great last words Lana, gonna miss you and Grant so much.
balls
  1. 5524 posted by

balls on Mar 27, 2015

xoxoxo
sansshoes
  1. 5525 posted by

sansshoes on Mar 27, 2015

Please do something about this in October, my Canadian friends.
hotpatch
  1. 5526 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

one sip at a time
Wapuche
  1. 5527 posted by

Wapuche on Mar 27, 2015

Lana is unstoppable. Lana is a Wonder Woman. Lana will live on in our hearts, and also in Toronto. 
MackenzieC
  1. 5528 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Wet stuff falling down my cheeks. Well said Lana!
124th Street Beat
  1. 5529 posted by

124th Street Beat on Mar 27, 2015

@5525+ 1 000 000 000


Sless
  1. 5530 posted by

Sless on Mar 27, 2015

Thank you for your years of service!


See you on the other side!

CDNz1
  1. 5531 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Wheat Pool - This Is It 

I do my own throne...

morgana
  1. 5532 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

do i really get a request? i feel like Lana wrapped it up with such a lovely bow.
TheIceman
  1. 5533 posted by

TheIceman on Mar 27, 2015

Great Lakes Karma Citra IPA here I come!
rebecca1234
  1. 5534 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

oh lana, not a dry eye in the house, big hugs, you rock music
hotpatch
  1. 5535 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

Alana also, what a talent what a treasure !  WE LOVE YOU!
OpalJagger
  1. 5536 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 27, 2015

@CDNz1, I'll gladly recognize that throne choice, well done sir
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 5537 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

MORGANA SITS ON, AND CLAIMS, THE UNOBTAINIUM THRONE!!!

Well-named, since it gets you nothing.

darbarspecial
  1. 5538 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

No more requests :(
MackenzieC
  1. 5539 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Much love to everyone and a GIANT blog hug to all.
CDNz1
  1. 5540 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

@Mac - Imagine the destruction if I lived in my homeland.
WildWorks
  1. 5541 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Tweeted Lana's final song via Soundtracking - LINK.
Shonica
  1. 5542 posted by

Shonica on Mar 27, 2015

Well, I'm spent and my Tarp King is waiting to go get beers and pizza! Have a great weekend everyone and I will see you all on Monday! LOVE ALL OF YOU BEAUTIFUL MUSIC LOVERS! #FOR3VER


Lana Gay
  1. 5543 posted by

Lana Gay on Mar 27, 2015

THANK YOU ALL! What a day, thank you for everything! xoxo 
MackenzieC
  1. 5544 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Also... there is not enough scotch at the moment. Tomorrow's early morning boot camp is gonna be rough. FOR3VER!
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 5545 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

"now it's time to tear into the scotch"

Quench your tears: they weaken the scotch and make it saltier!

travis813
  1. 5546 posted by

travis813 on Mar 27, 2015

it has been so fantastic to be able to be a part of this. you guys have hekoed make some of my best mwmoeiwa, from Cmac arriving at my house with treelines, to running around toronto with davoud steph cmac and eric. and ian letting my sleep on his couch (thanks again)  thank you all for being so great, i hope to see many of you thins summer at n
garfielduk
  1. 5547 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@gcranston #5505, I haven't started yet but I'll try to have something by Monday
tiffyleeson
  1. 5548 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

well i'm bawling my eyes out.  my friend is over, and doesn't know the show, but she had to give me a big hug.   stupid stupid budget cuts.   uuuuuuggghhh...,,.....
Emma Godmere
  1. 5549 posted by

Emma Godmere on Mar 27, 2015

Hugs, everyone! Hugs, Lana!
Silvorgold
  1. 5550 posted by

Silvorgold on Mar 27, 2015

I wish it turned out this was one big April Fool's joke a few days early and live hosting was here to stay!
MackenzieC
  1. 5551 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

I repeat: if CMac posts the after party feed link, can someone share it here?
kn0ttyn3rb
  1. 5552 posted by

kn0ttyn3rb on Mar 27, 2015

Hugs to you all. Hi Tim (if you're still here). It's 9pm here, I gotta go cheer myself up with some dancing. Take care of yourselves this weekend xo
Scuba
  1. 5553 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

@Lana - You are an amazing radio host. I wish the best for you. I hope to hear your voice as a global voice for CA indie.
ope557
  1. 5554 posted by

ope557 on Mar 27, 2015

Wow. I wasn't expecting so much emotion from both Grant and Lana.  Big ups to both of you, R3 was awesome, hope you both know (as well as Craig, Vish, Pedro, everyone) how much everyone enjoyed you.  You did something unique and great, so that's worth something.
rebecca1234
  1. 5555 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

well they have to pay for those lawyers somehow
hotpatch
  1. 5556 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

FOR3EVER for realz
morgana
  1. 5557 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

@b fom o #5537 THE UNOBTAINIUM THRONE!!!

my plan is to wait until the resurrection of life hosting and call in the debt!

hotpatch
  1. 5558 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

now back to your regular programming 
hotpatch
  1. 5559 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

drenched in scotch
evensteven
  1. 5560 posted by

evensteven on Mar 27, 2015

#For3ver
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 5561 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

#5557     I'll testify for you!
garfielduk
  1. 5562 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

If anyone missed a throne today (link)
fresh ginger
  1. 5563 posted by

fresh ginger on Mar 27, 2015

Lana's final words were so gut-wrenching and perfect. THANK YOU LANA.
WildWorks
  1. 5564 posted by

WildWorks on Mar 27, 2015

Have a great weekend everyone! #FOR3VER
morgana
  1. 5565 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

@b from o #5561 thanks for having my back!  i know @garfielduk has recorded this whole sordid affair so i will have more ammunition.  
CDNz1
  1. 5566 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

I'll also collect mine later.
Scuba
  1. 5567 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

I'm pumpin "When the light Fades Out" by E.O.S.
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 5568 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

Man. End of an era or what. O.k., a small, a short era. Still.

TTFN

CDNz1
  1. 5569 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

TT, BfO.

CHEERS!

124th Street Beat
  1. 5570 posted by

124th Street Beat on Mar 27, 2015

Bye all- about 15 minutes left in my laptop battery, will let it die listening to R3.

Seems appropriate.

cathyort
  1. 5571 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

I'm plumb worn out. Done in.

Hugs, everyone. Stay in touch.

Scuba
  1. 5572 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

Amen, 124th.
CDNz1
  1. 5573 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

@124th - Recharge it for MONDAY! We'll all be back. 
hotpatch
  1. 5574 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

bye cathyort, you stay in scotch too!
cathyort
  1. 5575 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

@hotpatch, well, I was born a Sinclair...
hotpatch
  1. 5576 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

interesting how the brown liquid flows over the ice sphere to the lower part of the glass, lovely
hotpatch
  1. 5577 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

right, you can't hide, one day i'll be in your neighborhood 
CDNz1
  1. 5578 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Gordon/Sinclair. 

We could do some damage here...

garfielduk
  1. 5579 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

So much for occupy the blog
hotpatch
  1. 5580 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

look for the boozer
hotpatch
  1. 5581 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

in early june
Scuba
  1. 5582 posted by

Scuba on Mar 27, 2015

"Time to switch to whiskey, we've be drinking beer all day."
garfielduk
  1. 5583 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@hotpatch #5580, I think he is in Dearborn
morgana
  1. 5584 posted by

morgana on Mar 27, 2015

departure from todays "theme" but the first gallery photo made me think of this

https://vimeo.com/117862207

CDNz1
  1. 5585 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Interesting how the golden liquid flows over the tongue to the lower part of the tummy.
DrSunshine
  1. 5586 posted by

DrSunshine on Mar 27, 2015 Amen Lana. Love ya.

garfielduk
  1. 5587 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

Has anyone heard from CMac?
MackenzieC
  1. 5588 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

LOLZ I'm so glad the delivery guy didn't ask why my face was such a hot mess. #notimetocook,toobusylisteningtoLana
hotpatch
  1. 5589 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

now i'm going to tune in to the second best radio show on the planet WREK radio 91.1 Stone Henge from 8-12

Bye all

see you on the other side!

CDNz1
  1. 5590 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

AND will welcome you with glasses to be filled.
tiffyleeson
  1. 5591 posted by

tiffyleeson on Mar 27, 2015

garfielduk - I just msged her on fb



hotpatch
  1. 5592 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

of course i might check back in to see if we hit 6000 - I WANT THAT THRONE!
gcranston
  1. 5593 posted by

gcranston on Mar 27, 2015

@Mackenzie C re: #5459: Some of us living down here still hold the right passports, and thanks to a ruling two years ago, can still vote in Canadian federal elections. Trust me there's a reason the Tories tried to block ex-pats from voting... it's not like we vote for them. 
MackenzieC
  1. 5594 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

@gccranston # 5593 - I had no idea, but I'm glad to hear it.
CDNz1
  1. 5595 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

@gcranston - I'm a CDN citizen. I can vote in FED elections???
garfielduk
  1. 5596 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

I'm not a Canadian citizen (yet) but I want to vote in the election
Lana Gay
  1. 5597 posted by

Lana Gay on Mar 27, 2015

You guys are wonderful. Thank you again for everything, everyone. What an adventure, truly.
lindsey.who
  1. 5598 posted by

lindsey.who on Mar 27, 2015

I went into today feeling pretty certain I wasn't going to get emotional.

I bawled in the car listening to Lana's final 15 minutes.

<3

gcranston
  1. 5599 posted by

gcranston on Mar 27, 2015

You take care now, Lana. We'll see you around...
garfielduk
  1. 5600 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Lana #5597, I just wanted you to know that the chocolates were Reginulas idea, I just ordered them.  But they were from the entire blog community. (Any chance of a photo or Did Alanna eat them all?)
darbarspecial
  1. 5601 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

We love you our friend Lana! Always!
gcranston
  1. 5602 posted by

gcranston on Mar 27, 2015

Yes, the 5 year out-of-country limit for voting in federal elections was challenged and defeated as unconstitutional. I'll try to find some details.
gcranston
  1. 5603 posted by

gcranston on Mar 27, 2015

some details about ex-pat voting right challenges: http://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/expats-right-to-vote-in-canadian-elections-challenged-in-hearing-tuesday-1.2890405


I'm too tired to do any real research tonight, but there's a start.

garfielduk
  1. 5604 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

This should be fun, I've just asked Audacity to load a 12hour audio file.  I wonder how many times I get to sear tonight
garfielduk
  1. 5605 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

swear even
CDNz1
  1. 5606 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

THANKS!!!

Drop me an email if you have time and find anything else?

gordon dot russ at that gee mail thingy

CHEERS!!!

mcfflyer
  1. 5607 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Wow.  I'm exhausted.
gcranston
  1. 5608 posted by

gcranston on Mar 27, 2015

for the lazy, the law is from 1993. The Tories started enforcing it in recent elections, because they're dicks. It was challenged and parts of it were struck down by an Ontario court judge. There was a hearing before the Ontario Superior court in January of this year (the highest court in Ontario), and the ruling is expected in May. 
CDNz1
  1. 5609 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Thank YOU, Lana!

See you in June!

MackenzieC
  1. 5610 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

@Lana - I hope someone is taking you for some fun post-R3 hosting. Turn those frowns upside down
gcranston
  1. 5611 posted by

gcranston on Mar 27, 2015

alright everyone, I'm out.


Be excellent to each other.

CDNz1
  1. 5612 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

CHEERS, gcranston!
rebecca1234
  1. 5613 posted by

rebecca1234 on Mar 27, 2015

im over and out ppl of the page, will talk later
garfielduk
  1. 5614 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

are we going to use this post over the weekend?
gcranston
  1. 5615 posted by

gcranston on Mar 27, 2015

sure, let's keep this massive post as a message board for now.
garfielduk
  1. 5616 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

at some point I need to go through this thing and count how many people commented and log who they were for the wiki page
slimykisses
  1. 5617 posted by

slimykisses on Mar 27, 2015

we can hit 6000 at least before we all say good night
MackenzieC
  1. 5618 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Don't forget collecting email address, FB names and twitter handles Garf
garfielduk
  1. 5619 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Mack #5618, I think most of us are on at least one of the R3 facebook groups. 

I have thought about making a list of bloggers contact details but it made me a little uncomfortable having that data and not knowing who I could/should share it with

garfielduk
  1. 5620 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

I have a short CBC Radio 3 twitter user list
SamaraS
  1. 5621 posted by

SamaraS on Mar 27, 2015

garfielduk aka Garry Benfold, FOTY 2014, thank you for all your amazing archival work and generally wonderful contributions to R3. <3
SamaraS
  1. 5622 posted by

SamaraS on Mar 27, 2015

"Possibly the best radio station".

DEFINITELY the best listeners.

cathyort
  1. 5623 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

Just watched the video CMac made. Uh-maze-ing.
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 5624 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

I second #5621!



(5621. That's RIDICULOUS.)

SamaraS
  1. 5625 posted by

SamaraS on Mar 27, 2015

RIDICULOUS! Indeed, ridiculously wonderful. 
garfielduk
  1. 5626 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Samara #5621, Thanks, but I don't think I am doing anything special.  I like to play with information and it just so happened that nobody on our side of the, very small, fence was doing that, so I did it.  People would ask questions about our community and I like answering questions (I quite like asking them as well).  So please believe my what ever use you get out of me playing with data, I am getting twice as much doing it.
)
SamaraS
  1. 5627 posted by

SamaraS on Mar 27, 2015

<3 truthfully, my heart swells <3
krib
  1. 5628 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

well, damn. I managed to miss both sign-offs
garfielduk
  1. 5629 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@BfO #5624, I have been wanting to say that almost every time I've posted a comment.
garfielduk
  1. 5630 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@krib #5629, Don't worry, I'm in the process of editing the recording into shows
garfielduk
  1. 5631 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

CBCR3 embigens the smallest heart
SamaraS
  1. 5632 posted by

SamaraS on Mar 27, 2015

Hey, it's my fave peeps left late here as per usual!
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 5633 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

<blush>
garfielduk
  1. 5634 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

Awwww shucks, ga'hu
garfielduk
  1. 5635 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

now I have at least a 20 minute wait while the show encodes
SamaraS
  1. 5636 posted by

SamaraS on Mar 27, 2015

I'm afraid to say anything else, in case it is left hanging... ;) 

I will still be here on the blog next week, I don't want to embarrass myself toooo much.

centropomus
  1. 5637 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Ha, you guys are awesome! Still here and all...

Garf, can't wait to somehow get my hands on those shows you're putting together.

Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 5638 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

Great pix from reddit: snowy owl toughing it against the wind
garfielduk
  1. 5639 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Centro, I plan to share Grants last show before I go to sleep, Lanas in the morning and then loop back to get Thursdays as I think that's the order of demand at the moment

@Samara, I will be here all weekend, are you watching the race on Sunday?

SamaraS
  1. 5640 posted by

SamaraS on Mar 27, 2015

@garf - Yes, I think I will watch this race. I missed the last. I guess I am out of the R3 pool too. :/
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 5641 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

A few more hits from reddit for yas'all: the first one is the initiator

Thomas Beecham described the Harpsichord as sounding like "two skeletons copulating on a tin roof". Have you got any other weird but spot on descriptions of sound?

The Theremin: "A cello lost in a dense fog, crying because it does not know how to get home."

I always thought the theremin sounded like a really drunk viola trying to tell an elaborate joke that it can't remember very well so it keeps back tracking. That and a space dolphin. 

In Angels in America, an Oboe was described as "what a duck would sound like if it were a song-bird"

the bassoon sounds like a goose.

The contrabassoon sounds like the goose you fight as the final boss. The Endgoose.


O.k., that's enough.

garfielduk
  1. 5642 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

I'm thinking of putting together a poster of Lanas last link, would anyone like to recommend some nice typefaces?

The plan is for it to be a highish definition image file that you could download and print yourself (and maybe get a glossy one made for Lana that would could present to her at the picnic)

Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 5643 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

#5642   DEFINITELY Comic Sans.

Or another horror, for instance with misused long capital Rs.

garfielduk
  1. 5644 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Samara #5640, You make you picks race by race so I'm looking at it as you just giving us a chance this year. Ask that blog that lives in your house how to enter on facebook.
hotpatch
  1. 5645 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

not gonna hit 6 grand - shit damn 

keep it open boys

someone

R#

hotpatch
  1. 5646 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

BfO
hotpatch
  1. 5647 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

the comma police are coming after you
hotpatch
  1. 5648 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

or is it the parenthesis police
garfielduk
  1. 5649 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@BfO #5643, Let us see if you can read minds, I'm thinking of 2 words and the second one is off.
SamaraS
  1. 5650 posted by

SamaraS on Mar 27, 2015

@garf - Cool and the Gang. I am on that like Cooliosis in a chilly bin.

But without the grossness of "osis",

Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 5651 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

If the second one is off, trade it in for a fresher one.
garfielduk
  1. 5652 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@BfO #5661, I tip my hat to your Sir and must remember that one.
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 5653 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

Seriously g., choose perhaps a sans serif font; they tend to look more modern than the serif'ed ones.



Or maybe dingbats?

SamaraS
  1. 5654 posted by

SamaraS on Mar 27, 2015

Old Abe just got home from checking out the local high school's "Battle of the Bands" so I will be stepping away from the computer. I can read the blog on my phone but commenting is rubbish. 

So, I guess I am saying goodbye for tonight. See you here next week. <3

garfielduk
  1. 5655 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

so far that 20 minute file has taken 23 minutes and has 10 to go

Don't you just love how computers have such an abstract concept of time when it suits them


I was thinking of using a sans with some words highlighted in a calligraphy style script

hotpatch
  1. 5656 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

i'm drawn away to the Mich St Oklahoma game soon

hope the ides are coming for Oklahoma, just say'n

later friends

JonDixon
  1. 5657 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

garry what link/poster are you talking about?
garfielduk
  1. 5658 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

I can see it now

Yes Lana, we swear that ever word you said is there but wingdings is very difficult to read.

Mind I am the idiot that had the clock screensaver set to webdings for a while

garjoh
  1. 5659 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

So the R3-3000 is now running the show... Hit and miss musical taste. 
garfielduk
  1. 5660 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@JD The last link of Lanas show today, someone mentioned it should be a poster and then my name was mentioned, so I am giving it a go.
hotpatch
  1. 5661 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

it's taking, you know, forever form my BB game to srtart
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 5662 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

garf, italics rather than script, perhaps? Even at that, highlighting with itals (or other) -- which I do a lot, as you know -- is very peculiar in effect, and is easily overdone.
JonDixon
  1. 5663 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@garjoh I imagine it'll be similar to other sirius channels, when you get some good tunes, some not so good tunes, but no continuity to the playlist
hotpatch
  1. 5664 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

jonD, your profile pict wonderfully profound - you are the perfect picture of a parent who's strength has been drained by the arrival of a little unit (of joy) .

Bravo Sir, Bravo

Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 5665 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

garjoh  --  YEAH! It's completely ironic that these last few days have been, for me anyway, regarding the music, as a 2-3 day "last meal of the condemned man"; the music programming has been, well, fresh, fresher anyway.The hosts (snif) have been curating from the large playable pool, not merely from the shallow playpool where Roboto 3 gets its stuff.
hotpatch
  1. 5666 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

i'm dreanched

in scotch

JonDixon
  1. 5667 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@hotpatch ha, thanks.  That was day 2 and my wife had a c-section, so I was busy in the hospital.  She came out of the shower and that's how she found us and took that picture.  It quickly became one of my faves
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 5668 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

little unit looks so comfortable there.
hotpatch
  1. 5669 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

a dying mans last meal should be rather special no?
JonDixon
  1. 5670 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@BfO he's a pretty good snuggler already.  Right now he's passed on our friend's chest
hotpatch
  1. 5671 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

JonD, i think that's a great picture (of your neck) and in fact we will party if i every happen upon your neck of the woods, seriously you're a blast dude
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 5672 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

#5669    Yeah, but it still sets up a stark contrast.
JonDixon
  1. 5673 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@hotpatch yes!  Come on up, beers are always cold up here
hotpatch
  1. 5674 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

don't count me out, i know where cAnAdA is eh

smoke break

hotpatch
  1. 5675 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

i mean CaNaDa eh

shit i,m in the scotch

garjoh
  1. 5676 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

Yeah, it was a hell of a last meal!
hotpatch
  1. 5677 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

smoke break
hotpatch
  1. 5678 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

i'm not even done yet, with the scotch & all
CDNz1
  1. 5679 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

That YVR3 gang are having a ball. 

http://www.ustream.tv/channel/christinemcavoy?utm_campaign=t.co&utm_source=ustre.am%2F1n5LU&utm_medium=social&utm_content=20150327180720

The linky is down as they're getting on a bus to go and watch Grant play hockey.

The evening should be fun to watch.


hotpatch
  1. 5680 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

by the way, i'm not going to turn my computer off for 2 years
hotpatch
  1. 5681 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

or until i get a different job
JonDixon
  1. 5682 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

Russ - you should try to use the chat window instead of the social stream, because the social stream takes what you say and posts it to whatever social media outlet you linked it to
hotpatch
  1. 5683 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

any offers?
MackenzieC
  1. 5684 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks Russ
hotpatch
  1. 5685 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

i'm not always drunk, a assure u, 
jdurley
  1. 5686 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

Wait, is there an blog afterparty still going on this thing?

If so, Hi!

MackenzieC
  1. 5687 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

You betcha
hotpatch
  1. 5688 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

not i, said  the thief, i didn't dispose of that bottle of Ham Whisky no sirsssz
CDNz1
  1. 5689 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Chat window gives me a spinny wheel.


jdurley
  1. 5690 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

Wow! Epic blogging.

Go home, blog, you're drunk!

CDNz1
  1. 5691 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

DURLZZZ!
jdurley
  1. 5692 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

RUSSSSSSSS!
hotpatch
  1. 5693 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

win of loose Sparta will ride tonight

to victory in the golden

bliss

granted it's only Glenlivet 12

hotpatch
  1. 5694 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

march madness you know ...kick off is any minute now




binsy
  1. 5695 posted by

binsy on Mar 27, 2015

How am I supposed to read all this? It's longer than Grant's upcoming guide to manscaping.
hotpatch
  1. 5696 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

hi durlz, you da best!
jdurley
  1. 5697 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

Binsy, HOW DARE YOU show up now!  

Just kidding, and good joke!

It's impossible to read all this. Don't try.

CDNz1
  1. 5698 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Binsy - Start at comment #1, proceed. 

It's the weekend!

jdurley
  1. 5699 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

oh hotpatch, you da bes too!
MackenzieC
  1. 5700 posted by

MackenzieC on Mar 27, 2015

Binsy I was wondering if you'd make an appearance today
garfielduk
  1. 5701 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

Do we have any good audio typists here?
jdurley
  1. 5702 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

Binsy was here very early on, if I'm not mistaken.
centropomus
  1. 5703 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

What's an audio typist?
jdurley
  1. 5704 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

@garf - like to transcribe from audio?
hotpatch
  1. 5705 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

binsy, 5695, (wow that's an odd number) i think he goes to the pet grooming place, you know, by the Thia restraunt
garfielduk
  1. 5706 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Jenn #5704, yes please, I would have to keep stopping the recording
jdurley
  1. 5707 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

@garf - sadly, I am not a particularly quick typist. I would definitely have to keep stopping the recording!
CDNz1
  1. 5708 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

I am a great audio typist.

If you like typos and not English.

hotpatch
  1. 5709 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

me not typinh veyr good this time of the fr day

Sparty loosing

is traveling bad?

smoke break

garfielduk
  1. 5710 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@jdurley #5707, Thanks anyway
binsy
  1. 5711 posted by

binsy on Mar 27, 2015

Hey gang!

I hated missing it! I was babysitting junior high kids on their last day of school before spring break. Thinking about you all day, wishing I was here!

CDNz1
  1. 5712 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Where else in the world would you find a 12 + hour blog with this kind of alcohol abuse and perfect grammar?
binsy
  1. 5713 posted by

binsy on Mar 27, 2015

@garf

Can I hear Grant's show/sign off anywhere in your Shaggy Pony archives?

hotpatch
  1. 5714 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

don't try it, you'll tear into your scotch 
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 5715 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

I yam a grate odio tie-pissed.

If u like type Os and knot anglishe.

garfielduk
  1. 5716 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@binsy #5713, If you are on the book of faces please message me
jdurley
  1. 5717 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

Binsy! I miss you on the blog! The blog was so fast and furious today that it was impossible to keep up with it, and so I've only probably read about a third of it even though I had fairly steady access to it all day. Garf has made recordings, though!
centropomus
  1. 5718 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

@garf --- just hit you up on the libre de caras.
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 5719 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 27, 2015

Goodnight.

(Garf, yer a fool, it's starting to go towards morning!)

centropomus
  1. 5720 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Damn, you're fast....sometimes takes me 6 months to respond to shit
garfielduk
  1. 5721 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@BfO It's always heading towards morning, it's all a matter of how close it is
CDNz1
  1. 5722 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Goodest of nights, Benoit!
CDNz1
  1. 5723 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

"libre de caras." I like that.

I also like that Drugtrain sound.

hotpatch
  1. 5724 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

BfO dom't do it the sun has yet to rise in the east
hotpatch
  1. 5725 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

dog farts, Sparty is getting killed


garjoh
  1. 5726 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

Hey, binsy     
hotpatch
  1. 5727 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

however, if Kominskey gets smacked in the face all bets are off
CDNz1
  1. 5728 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Where's the weirdest place to put banjo?

THIS SONG!

I looooove it!

Frankus
  1. 5729 posted by

Frankus on Mar 27, 2015

Whew! Who needs a cigarette?
binsy
  1. 5730 posted by

binsy on Mar 27, 2015

Hey garjoh!

garf! I am not on facebooks. Can I email you?

garfielduk
  1. 5731 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

I'd rather have a bacon sandwich
hotpatch
  1. 5732 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

shit i'm scotched

Kominsky plays for Wisconsin, no wonder Sparty is losing

hotpatch
  1. 5733 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

bacon
CDNz1
  1. 5734 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

I'll have one.
CDNz1
  1. 5735 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Dan - Sparty's that Green team, right?
garfielduk
  1. 5736 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

Does anyone know what's happening with CMacs video feed?
JonDixon
  1. 5737 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@garf my wife used to be a legal assistant and transcribed things all the time.  I might be able to ask her to do something for you
CDNz1
  1. 5738 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Those #FOR3VER shirts are a great idea. 

NO cheap AA shit, eh?

The NXEW and R3 and N2D shirts that I made are all good quality cotton.

garfielduk
  1. 5739 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@JD #5737, Please, here is the file
hotpatch
  1. 5740 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

yarrr Green 
JonDixon
  1. 5741 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

Hotpatch, are you a MSU fan?
hotpatch
  1. 5742 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

yarrrr green it is matey
garfielduk
  1. 5743 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Russ, I'm working on it
garjoh
  1. 5744 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

I'm watching the Oilers and debugging my estimator #ProfLife
hotpatch
  1. 5745 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

JonD, yes, when it's convenient....

deep down i'm a WMU Bronco (esp when it comes to women,s volleyball and hockey)


hotpatch
  1. 5746 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

i'm not drunk a asssure you
darbarspecial
  1. 5747 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

I can't believe you are still here!
mcfflyer
  1. 5748 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Holy moly, don't you all have lives?
)
garfielduk
  1. 5749 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

I've started watching the video and realised that I didn't even introduce myself *facepalm*
CDNz1
  1. 5750 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Yes, Lee.

Enriched by every single person here.

CDNz1
  1. 5751 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

@Garfy - I got shit for sending ours. It all worked out.


darbarspecial
  1. 5752 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

I think we all know who you are Garf. :)
binsy
  1. 5753 posted by

binsy on Mar 27, 2015

The man who needs no introduction!
darbarspecial
  1. 5754 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Who says I am not still going out?
jdurley
  1. 5755 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

Besides, Cmac put our blog names on our clips anyway. I didn't introduce myself either.
CDNz1
  1. 5756 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Also...who stole your hair?
garfielduk
  1. 5757 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Russ #5751, I saw that

I had to pause while I laughed at KoD

JonDixon
  1. 5758 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

Ho man this is it.  Ok I'm going to try to avoid the water works I feel like I have so much left to say and so many people to thank and I wish I could hug every single person that has got in touch today.  And if there's one thing we know it's that music connects people.  It brings us together in homes, in venues, in hearts, and I know it sounds cheesy but it's true.  How could you trust someone who doesn't have a favourite song?I've been lucky enough to be a host at Radio 3 for almost a quarter of my life.    And I can't express the amount of gratitude I have to the bands, the listeners, the wonderful people that work at Radio 3 behind the scenes every day.  I am eternally grateful for all of these experiences and adventures and especially thankful for you, the audience.  You have taught me that if you are lucky enough to do what you are passionate about, you will try your best, you will fight a good fight, and you will find your people, your group.  Whether they are in your city or on a blog or playing to ten people in basement bar in Thunder Bay, you will find them.  Like what no one else likes because in your heart you think it's great.  Support people who have sacrificed to share their art and their music with you.  Stick for the underdogs, stay curious.  Radio 3 was special, it is special and it will remain, it will just be different.  Change is inevitable and change is good.  We'll see you in the other side of this.  Radio 3 will still be around and be a place for you to listen to the best in Canadian independent music.Whoo.On behalf of everyone at Radio 3, thank for you listening.  This song seemed to be a perfect fit for this kind of "see you later," I'll call it.  Check out the lyrics, and don't forget to dance.  I'm Lana Gay, thank you again for everything, stay in touch.  This is Hooded Fang, with Land of Giants, on CBC Radio 3.
darbarspecial
  1. 5759 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

I loved all your contributions! Still kicking myself for not doing it.
CDNz1
  1. 5760 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

#sadbaboom is the best!
JonDixon
  1. 5761 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

I just did it myself so check for typos
jdurley
  1. 5762 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

Wait, there's a hashtag for sadbaboom now?
garfielduk
  1. 5763 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Russ It was getting too long so I decided to trim it back but had a mishap and ended up having to take it back as far as the clippers would take it
cathyort
  1. 5764 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

What's (who's?) (still) up, peoples.
darbarspecial
  1. 5765 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Nicely done JD.
binsy
  1. 5766 posted by

binsy on Mar 27, 2015

Amazing memory JonDixon!
JonDixon
  1. 5767 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

It was hard not to tear up listening to Lana fight back the tears
JonDixon
  1. 5768 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@binsy ha - yeah, thats what it was
garfielduk
  1. 5769 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

I went to sleep hours ago
cathyort
  1. 5770 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

#zombiegarfy
krib
  1. 5771 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

hey...people are still here!
centropomus
  1. 5772 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

I'm up!!!
centropomus
  1. 5773 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Listening to Lana's signoff...missed it earlier. Lana is awesome.
krib
  1. 5774 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

Me too!

but it's only 9:30

garfielduk
  1. 5775 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@JD, Wow! Thanks man
CDNz1
  1. 5776 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

There is indeed a #sadbaboom.
CDNz1
  1. 5777 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

The Wet Secrets are a fucking riot to hang with, BTW.
JonDixon
  1. 5778 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@garf no prob
jdurley
  1. 5779 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

I know, right? I went out and then came back home, and this frickin thing was STILL GOING.
cathyort
  1. 5780 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

It's up to us now to keep it going, isn't it.
JonDixon
  1. 5781 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

Ugh I need some rye but my son is hungry
centropomus
  1. 5782 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

@Jon --- well, unless you're breast feeding, what's stopping you?
CDNz1
  1. 5783 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Are you still nursing, JD?
  1. boobjoke
jdurley
  1. 5784 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

Spending the baby food money on rye is often a deal-breaker with the baby's mom. #protip
krib
  1. 5785 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

thanks for posting that sign-off, Garf

that actually was kind of hard to listen to. she did a helluva job, considering the situation

garfielduk
  1. 5786 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@Jenn #5779, If it's anything like the last time we lost Lana (and Vish) this thing will go all weekend
cathyort
  1. 5787 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

Lana's had to do it twice.
krib
  1. 5788 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

#5783 only thing better is when balls is on the blog
garfielduk
  1. 5789 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@krib #5786, It's a wildworks recording
CDNz1
  1. 5790 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Sneaks will debut the Lana Gay Salty Tears Nachos next week.
binsy
  1. 5791 posted by

binsy on Mar 27, 2015

So . . . did Grant actually quit?
JonDixon
  1. 5792 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

Ha you guys

No, we're bottle feeding and I usually feed him when I'm home from work to give my wife a break

Plus, since jdurley has no whiskey I have to drink her share too

krib
  1. 5793 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

do you have Grant's, too? I was off to pick up my son so I missed it as well


well, thanks Wildworks, for recording

garfielduk
  1. 5794 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@binsy, no, he and Lana will be creating the clips we hear between songs
krib
  1. 5795 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

I've been drinking Black Bridge milk stout tonight. And Old Speckled Hen

not at the same time

garfielduk
  1. 5796 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@krib check the facebooks
CDNz1
  1. 5797 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

@Binsy - NOBODY quit. Lana and Grant will be working on RoboR3 with content and SM stuff. You'll get to hear their RECORDED voices, just notlive anymore. 
krib
  1. 5798 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

they're doing SM now? times really are tough at CBC
krib
  1. 5799 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

thanks, Garf
CDNz1
  1. 5800 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

SM, not S&M. That host ship has sailed.
krib
  1. 5801 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

anybody set up their phone on twitter as a secondary authentication? It's wonderful...if I go to log in on via the web, it says it's sent me a code to my phone, but I never get it.

I don't recall what I had to do last time to get it to work

garfielduk
  1. 5802 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

Well at least being before Chris in the video means I make him look better by comparison
jdurley
  1. 5803 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

@Jack Disco - I appreciate you picking up my slack
JonDixon
  1. 5804 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@jdurley my pleasure ma'am
cathyort
  1. 5805 posted by

cathyort on Mar 27, 2015

Emotions tire me out more than exercise. Carry on, all.
binsy
  1. 5806 posted by

binsy on Mar 27, 2015

Ok, I knew about the new CBC web content 3, but there were some comments on the blog and in that video that made me think that something more drastic happened . . . well, that and going out on the song "I quit my job."
CDNz1
  1. 5807 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

Also out. 

See yous Monday, eh?

krib
  1. 5808 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

wha? but we're only 193 posts from 6000!!!
garfielduk
  1. 5809 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@krib #5808, we have the rest of the weekend to reach that
JonDixon
  1. 5810 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

I asked my wife to make me a rye and ginger and she asked me if my week was that bad
garfielduk
  1. 5811 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

got I am so well trained, there can't be more than 5 of us here and I still want to put in comment numbers
CDNz1
  1. 5812 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 27, 2015

I'll try for 5999 later. 
krib
  1. 5813 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

oh man, Grant held it together right up to that last sentence...
centropomus
  1. 5814 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

@garf #5811 --- 6?
binsy
  1. 5815 posted by

binsy on Mar 27, 2015

OK, one more mystery to be solved: Why does canadajanes have a falcon on his hand in that video? You all see that too right? Not just me?
garfielduk
  1. 5816 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

What falcon?
jdurley
  1. 5817 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

#putabirdonit
centropomus
  1. 5818 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Falcon? What falcon? : )
darbarspecial
  1. 5819 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Haha! It is what he does.
binsy
  1. 5820 posted by

binsy on Mar 27, 2015

Dammit you guys!

(except you jdurley. That's hilarious.)

JonDixon
  1. 5821 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@binsy weird things happen to you when you move to merica.
binsy
  1. 5822 posted by

binsy on Mar 27, 2015

@JonDixon

And what the hell is that on your arm?

krib
  1. 5823 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

binsy move to 'murica?
darbarspecial
  1. 5824 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Lana posted her final words on Facebook.
garfielduk
  1. 5825 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@binsy, a hand? or a sleeve?
JonDixon
  1. 5826 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@binsy that's the parasite that my wife managed to remove from herself and we decided to keep
garfielduk
  1. 5827 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@DBS, thanking you
darbarspecial
  1. 5828 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

@Garf - Your welcoming you
darbarspecial
  1. 5829 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

You're*
garfielduk
  1. 5830 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

How much notice did people take of Morganas part of the video?
binsy
  1. 5831 posted by

binsy on Mar 27, 2015

@JD

We've never been able to get rid of ours either.

garfielduk
  1. 5832 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

I find my looks to be the best contraceptive
darbarspecial
  1. 5833 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

What do you mean Garf? I noticed lots of things, nice place, tub out back, a bottle with 2 glasses, no Morgana...
binsy
  1. 5834 posted by

binsy on Mar 27, 2015

I like the new look you're rockin there garf!
garfielduk
  1. 5835 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@DBS #5833, The bottle with the 2 glasses is the Gin I got her for Christmas 2013
darbarspecial
  1. 5836 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

@Garf - I wondered about that. :)
JonDixon
  1. 5837 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@binsy I hear it takes decades to get rid of them
centropomus
  1. 5838 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

OK, fine folks. I applaud your resiliency, but I have an early morning ahead of me. It's been a fun and sad day. See you all next week. Cheers!
garfielduk
  1. 5839 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

<cough>lightweight</cough>
darbarspecial
  1. 5840 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Mine will be 22 years old on Thursday and I don't see it going anywhere anytime soon.
darbarspecial
  1. 5841 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Night centro! See you next week!
centropomus
  1. 5842 posted by

centropomus on Mar 27, 2015

Ha, garf. Isn't the Pony closed?

Night, DBS!

garfielduk
  1. 5843 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

what do you think of this typeface?
binsy
  1. 5844 posted by

binsy on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks for the good laughs all. Nice to be part of the last call here.
garfielduk
  1. 5845 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

The Pony never closes baby
mcfflyer
  1. 5846 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Garry, how many hours straight have you been up now?  And what is it?  3am there?


mcfflyer
  1. 5847 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Thanks again, so very much, Garry.  I was able to download it, and it's already on my iPhone.  Now to grab the others.
jdurley
  1. 5848 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

Great to see you, Binsy! Cheers!
garfielduk
  1. 5849 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

4:30 am and 19ish hours.
hotpatch
  1. 5850 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

that game went on forever but Sparty prevailed, IZZO'S DA BEST

GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10 GO BIG 10



mcfflyer
  1. 5851 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Binsy!  I still have that flask you gave me!  And it still has some rye whiskey in it!  I think I'll have a little nip!
garfielduk
  1. 5852 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

I'm thinking of watching the F1 qualifying and then getting some sleep
jdurley
  1. 5853 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

Geez hotpatch, I thought you must have passed out an hour ago!
mcfflyer
  1. 5854 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Binsy!  The whiskey still tastes goooooood!  You only gave it to me 3 1/2 years ago!
JonDixon
  1. 5855 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@mcflyer I'm also having some rye!

Cheers!

garfielduk
  1. 5856 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

CMac is live streaming
krib
  1. 5857 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

well, I may need me a shot, too

I have Jim Beam black label and an 8-year-old blended Scotch. It's a decent one for the price. smoky

hotpatch
  1. 5858 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

i,m dunked, fried, baked and scotched, i don't think i'll see 6000

goodnight all

darbarspecial
  1. 5859 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Cmac's stream is up and running.
hotpatch
  1. 5860 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

wait, i see Grant is solid in the butterfly, defending the....brews
binsy
  1. 5861 posted by

binsy on Mar 27, 2015

Great occassion to break it open mcfflyer!!!

Excelllent choices JD!

So glad to see you too jdurley!


Now, the four of us just have to find a way to see Sloan together someday!

hotpatch
  1. 5862 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

now, more girls following hockey players on the live feed. my mother followed hockey players (that had some cache) but that's old news

....the scotch talking

garjoh
  1. 5863 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015 Good night, gents! It's bed time in ET time zone. The Oilers won 4-0 with a rookie scoring his first goal in a penalty shot. Life is good!

garjoh
  1. 5864 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

All this talk of scotch... may have to have a wee dram as a nightcap!
jdurley
  1. 5865 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

@binsy - and then get kicked out of Winnipeg!
hotpatch
  1. 5866 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

i think i saw the word Sloan somewhere, was it a rock show or an airport toilet? i'm fading
JonDixon
  1. 5867 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

@jdurley YES!!

We gotta figure that out. Someone get Sloan in Winnipeg. That's step 1.

garjoh
  1. 5868 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

It's a special night. Busted out the 42-year old Glendarroch. I raise a glass to ye!
jdurley
  1. 5869 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

I tried to watch the livestream of the YVR afterparty but it was too choppy. Seems like a fun time, though.
hotpatch
  1. 5870 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

core breach
binsy
  1. 5871 posted by

binsy on Mar 27, 2015

YES!!! So glad you reminded me aboot that! I need to contact my city councillor about making that bylaw that people can be kicked out for too much rye while parenting at a Sloan show.
hotpatch
  1. 5872 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

man the hatches

did we loose Russ

BfO

she's going down fast

jdurley
  1. 5873 posted by

jdurley on Mar 27, 2015

Ha ha, yeah. Get on that!
JonDixon
  1. 5874 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

need moar whiskey
hotpatch
  1. 5875 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

durlz,

she can save the ship

hotpatch
  1. 5876 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

garjoh, hold on a minute, save some for me, i'll be in Chicago sooner or later
garfielduk
  1. 5877 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

I'm still here, just
garjoh
  1. 5878 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

When I wake up tomorrow y'all better have damn well passed 6000. Cheat if you have to!!
hotpatch
  1. 5879 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

i am the king of commas and all other bad punctuation 
hotpatch
  1. 5880 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

i assure you i'm scotched, dunked, fried and baked at this point
garjoh
  1. 5881 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

@hotpatch: I'm afraid I've moved to Rochester, NY. Invitation's still open! I should be getting my 40 year old Bunnahabhain(Lonach) soon, which is damn near a closer walk with Thee! 
krib
  1. 5882 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

okay
krib
  1. 5883 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

garjoh
krib
  1. 5884 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

like
krib
  1. 5885 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

this?
garjoh
  1. 5886 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

@krib: you 
garjoh
  1. 5887 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

@krib: got 
garjoh
  1. 5888 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

@krib: it!! 
fresh ginger
  1. 5889 posted by

fresh ginger on Mar 27, 2015

Helloooo evening CR3W...
hotpatch
  1. 5890 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

garjoh, well that's a tempting offer, maybe you smuggle that Bunnahabhain on over to NX and i will wash your socks for a dram or two
mcfflyer
  1. 5891 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

It was fun watching the video on my big screen TV!  And I saw Fresh Ginger! 
garjoh
  1. 5892 posted by

garjoh on Mar 27, 2015

Alright! Goodnight for realz!!  

@hotpatch: I'd be glad to oblige, but I've got a conference those days and won't be at NXNE. I'll look you up if I ever get back to Atlanta


Love you all!

mcfflyer
  1. 5893 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 27, 2015

Indeed.  Need to hit the sack.  Now to download all of this week's shows.  I'll bet this blog will be still open tomorrow - and probably all weekend!  Night one and all, and this is the best place.  Period. 
fresh ginger
  1. 5894 posted by

fresh ginger on Mar 27, 2015

yeah mcfflyer... and I saw you! You were calm and cool. I was weird and froggy.
hotpatch
  1. 5895 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

the live feed is verry cool (but there are more people and booze at my suns' high school games. the V's are adult men's league after all).
  1. FOR3VER young
hotpatch
  1. 5896 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

we
hotpatch
  1. 5897 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

can
hotpatch
  1. 5898 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

do
hotpatch
  1. 5899 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

it
hotpatch
  1. 5900 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

maybe
hotpatch
  1. 5901 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

pony 
hotpatch
  1. 5902 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

gumballs
garfielduk
  1. 5903 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

only 100 to go
darbarspecial
  1. 5904 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Only 100 to go...


hotpatch
  1. 5905 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

foxtrot 
hotpatch
  1. 5906 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

delta
hotpatch
  1. 5907 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

dang
hotpatch
  1. 5908 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

i found two little croissant sandwiches in the fridge 
krib
  1. 5909 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

whiskey
krib
  1. 5910 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

tango
krib
  1. 5911 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

foxtrot
ggnewton
  1. 5912 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

Hi All... just trying to do my part to hit 6k...  I caught most of today's events, but did Grant have any guests on?


ggnewton
  1. 5913 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

I LMAO when Jijou showed up.  
ggnewton
  1. 5914 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

Felt awfully manic going from burning onion eyes to laughing out loud.
garfielduk
  1. 5915 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@ggnewton In no particular order he had

Chris Kelly

Lisa Chrtiensen

Craig Norris

Dave Shumka


krib
  1. 5916 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

I missed big chunks today. caught Kevin Drew. Heard Chris Kelly's bit but that was about it
garfielduk
  1. 5917 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

to name but a few
krib
  1. 5918 posted by

krib on Mar 27, 2015

missed Lisa
ggnewton
  1. 5919 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

@Garf - Thx.  You have certainly been one of the leaders of the charge here today.  


hotpatch
  1. 5920 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

kirb,

right

WTF


ggnewton
  1. 5921 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

I was digging around and they still have archives of the Radio3 magazine online... 

They are quite nifty.

hotpatch
  1. 5922 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

(5909-5911)
garfielduk
  1. 5923 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

whiskey
ggnewton
  1. 5924 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

Most, if not all, (I really don't know) of the R3TV episodes are on the ewe tubes.  They are bittersweet to watch today.
garfielduk
  1. 5925 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

Soda
garfielduk
  1. 5926 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

Ice
garfielduk
  1. 5927 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@gg, I think they are all there
fresh ginger
  1. 5928 posted by

fresh ginger on Mar 27, 2015

catch ya on the flip side...
hotpatch
  1. 5929 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

i was just digging around the fridge and also found some bruschetta, also nifty, but better served fresh


ggnewton
  1. 5930 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

@Garf - are you responsible for the FOR3VER logo?  It's really clever.
hotpatch
  1. 5931 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

also found some Alouette cheese ...rock on
garfielduk
  1. 5932 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@gg , that's MrFussyFonts work
hotpatch
  1. 5933 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

i'm toasted scotched and cheesed 
garfielduk
  1. 5934 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

I'm thinking if getting something to eat
ggnewton
  1. 5935 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

@Garf - haven't you been up for 24 hours, at least?
hotpatch
  1. 5936 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

so
hotpatch
  1. 5937 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

yet
hotpatch
  1. 5938 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

close
hotpatch
  1. 5939 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

yet
hotpatch
  1. 5940 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

fairly 
hotpatch
  1. 5941 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

scotched
ggnewton
  1. 5942 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

@hotpatch
ggnewton
  1. 5943 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

Why
ggnewton
  1. 5944 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

are
ggnewton
  1. 5945 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

you
ggnewton
  1. 5946 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

only
ggnewton
  1. 5947 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

typing
ggnewton
  1. 5948 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

one
ggnewton
  1. 5949 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

word
ggnewton
  1. 5950 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

per
ggnewton
  1. 5951 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

post?
ggnewton
  1. 5952 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

Some
ggnewton
  1. 5953 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

might
ggnewton
  1. 5954 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

consider
ggnewton
  1. 5955 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

that
ggnewton
  1. 5956 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

padding
ggnewton
  1. 5957 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

the
ggnewton
  1. 5958 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

numbers.
hotpatch
  1. 5959 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

ggnewton, i've been drinking like a sailor since near on 4 o'clock 
ggnewton
  1. 5960 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

hotpatch -
ggnewton
  1. 5961 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

I get it...
ggnewton
  1. 5962 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

I'll
ggnewton
  1. 5963 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

type
ggnewton
  1. 5964 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

slow
ggnewton
  1. 5965 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

so
ggnewton
  1. 5966 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

you'll
ggnewton
  1. 5967 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

be 
ggnewton
  1. 5968 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

able
ggnewton
  1. 5969 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

to
ggnewton
  1. 5970 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

read
ggnewton
  1. 5971 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

easier
ggnewton
  1. 5972 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

with
hotpatch
  1. 5973 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

ggnewton, man the halyards and preventers, you may have to take her in to port solo

i'm scotched

garfielduk
  1. 5974 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@gg only about 20ish hours so far, the plan is to watch the  F1 qualifying and then sleep
ggnewton
  1. 5975 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

As Grant just mentioned on the prerecorded bumper... today was indeed probably the best day in radio I've ever had the pleasure to listen to.
ggnewton
  1. 5976 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

Well done hotpatch.  Awesome picture of vintage hi-fi in your profile.  God Speed...
ggnewton
  1. 5977 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

@Garf... Where is the qualifying today/tomorrow?


darbarspecial
  1. 5978 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

You guys might actually do it tonight.
ggnewton
  1. 5979 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

I'll just chat some random thoughts...
garfielduk
  1. 5980 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@GG, it's in Malaysia and coverage starts in about 10 minutes time
ggnewton
  1. 5981 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

As it's too close to throw in the towel now.
ggnewton
  1. 5982 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

I've been a listener for 6-7 years.
garfielduk
  1. 5983 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

I can watch TV and type
hotpatch
  1. 5984 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

garf, do you pull for Mercedes, McLaren or Ferrari, or is it all about the drivers?

(the drivers have it don't they, cause they be rockstars)

ggnewton
  1. 5985 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

Rarely blogged... as I would always get distracted with work, at work of course.
ggnewton
  1. 5986 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

Found a zillion new Canadian bands...
garfielduk
  1. 5987 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@hotpatch I have supported Williams since the 80s
darbarspecial
  1. 5988 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Work distracts me from the blog too. Not as much though.
garfielduk
  1. 5989 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

almost there
darbarspecial
  1. 5990 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Don't stop now!


ggnewton
  1. 5991 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

Someone mentioned shirts a few hours ago ... was that legit?
darbarspecial
  1. 5992 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

What are you waiting for? Saving it for 6000?


ggnewton
  1. 5993 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

I don't get out that much, but I did go out to see Kathleen Edwards and Tokyo Police Club/Said the Whale.  Two different shows of course.  Both were fantastic.


garfielduk
  1. 5994 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@gg, I'm working on it.   I think he is worried because it uses the cbc logo, but if Granted clothing can get away with it I don't see why we can't
hotpatch
  1. 5995 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

well Williams of course, they're a team too, you can support them too if you like 
darbarspecial
  1. 5996 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Where are you ggnewton?
garfielduk
  1. 5997 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

@hotpatch thank you :)
ggnewton
  1. 5998 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

Hi Darbarspecial! San Diego, California
darbarspecial
  1. 5999 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

So so close!
hotpatch
  1. 6000 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

let's set darbar up for the throne, GO FOR IT!
darbarspecial
  1. 6001 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Yay we did it!
garfielduk
  1. 6002 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

woohoo
darbarspecial
  1. 6003 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Nice try hotpatch! :D
garfielduk
  1. 6004 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

now the question is do I add that to the list of todays thrones?
darbarspecial
  1. 6005 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

That was fun. I am off now. Get some sleep Garf!
garfielduk
  1. 6006 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 27, 2015

you're not my mom!
darbarspecial
  1. 6007 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Hehe
JonDixon
  1. 6008 posted by

JonDixon on Mar 27, 2015

Good night all.  Catch you on the flip side
ggnewton
  1. 6009 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 27, 2015

Congrats!  Epic day.  Take care everyone.  

See you on the flipside...

Oh - regarding the shirts... I would have to guess that the CBC wouldn't have the money to mount any kind of legal fight on the shirts at this point...  :)

hotpatch
  1. 6010 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 27, 2015

dang,

here and now i confer the Ultimate Pountine Enrcusted Throne to Mrs darbarspecial

darbarspecial
  1. 6011 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

Aww thanks hotpatch.
darbarspecial
  1. 6012 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 27, 2015

See you next week!
Christine McAvoy
  1. 6013 posted by

Christine McAvoy on Mar 27, 2015

AHHHH! i just got home from everything. I love you all. SUCH A GOOD DAY!
No Longer Lurking
  1. 6014 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 28, 2015

Same Bat-time, same Bat-channel on Monday?
clintdups
  1. 6015 posted by

clintdups on Mar 28, 2015

big love blog


mcfflyer
  1. 6016 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 28, 2015

Hey!  Where is everybody? It's 7:20 here in California, and the sun's coming up!  Whoo-hoo!
garfielduk
  1. 6017 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

hello
OpalJagger
  1. 6018 posted by

OpalJagger on Mar 28, 2015

10:53 here in Ottawa on a similarly sunny (but very cold -10C) day!
zammachus
  1. 6019 posted by

zammachus on Mar 28, 2015

Good morning.

Are we pulling a #meetmeinthebasement on this post?

zammachus
  1. 6020 posted by

zammachus on Mar 28, 2015

<<< I shall forever sit in the Iron Throne but my requests will never be fulfilled.
garfielduk
  1. 6021 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

CMacs live stream was fun last night
garfielduk
  1. 6022 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

untill her phone battery ran out and the phone charger wouldn't work
mcfflyer
  1. 6023 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 28, 2015

Hey Garry, did you get any sleep last night, my friend?
garfielduk
  1. 6024 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

I got about 7 hours this morning
mcfflyer
  1. 6025 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 28, 2015

Well, good!  About what I got.  And good morning, my English chap!
garfielduk
  1. 6026 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

I'm watching a replay of the F1 qualifying and you would love the rain they are having Lee (for 5 minutes at least)
zammachus
  1. 6027 posted by

zammachus on Mar 28, 2015

FWIW, if the Once musical comes to a town near you, do yourself a favour and go see it. Don't splurge on the ticket, though. We were a half-dozen rows from the back of orchestra seating and it was perfectly adequate.
garfielduk
  1. 6028 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

sorry for the slow replies but I am trying to sort the comments so that I can make add them to the wiki entry for yesterday
mcfflyer
  1. 6029 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 28, 2015

Garry, we'd take all of that rain.  Instead, this afternoon, the summertime patio furniture emerges from the garage.
garjoh
  1. 6030 posted by

garjoh on Mar 28, 2015

Proud of y'all for pushing it to 6000. Special hats off @hot "cheesed & scotched" patch, @garfielduk, @darbarspecial & @ggnewton for bringing us home!!


No Longer Lurking
  1. 6031 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 28, 2015

I missed the live feed from CMac, damn timezones and all that.
mcfflyer
  1. 6032 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 28, 2015

What was Christine's live feed like?
mcfflyer
  1. 6033 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 28, 2015

I need some coffee.
mcfflyer
  1. 6034 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 28, 2015

My trash can in my office is half filled with tissues from yesterday.
peggylee
  1. 6035 posted by

peggylee on Mar 28, 2015

Good morning everyone! Love the logo Garry!

I can't listen or blog at work, but believe me, Lee fills me in on what's happening on the blog and in the CBC Radio 3 world every day. The crazy great music is always playing at home, and of course, there's Facebook. I'm so sorry the live hosts are a thing of the past, but I'm happy and blessed that you welcomed me into the fold. The joy, music, and friends Lee brought into my life via Radio 3 my life blows me away. Love you everyone! The welcome mat is always out at the Lil Luxor.

garfielduk
  1. 6036 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

@NLL, the willingness to be sleep deprived helps :)
mcfflyer
  1. 6037 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 28, 2015

That's my HOME office, not work.  No way could I have listened yesterday and function.  But my two co-workers both who are more in the age group of Radio3 listeners in their 30s, both texted me yesterday to ask how I was doing.  I appreciated that a lot.  I think they sorta understood.
garfielduk
  1. 6038 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

@Lee, it was shaky, loud, confusing by great fun
garfielduk
  1. 6039 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

CMac is a loud drunk
mcfflyer
  1. 6040 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 28, 2015

And just to show how difficult it is for a new listener to even find us, I had to walk Peggy through getting on, how to change photos, and then locate the blog.  And nowhere in our instructions does it ever say that you have to have the top position photo in your photos to be your blog photo!  But I got her there. 

Too bad yesterday wasn't her alternate Friday off, or she'd have been here weeping with the rest of us!

garjoh
  1. 6041 posted by

garjoh on Mar 28, 2015

@peggy: Nice to hear from you! Have a great weekend!!


mcfflyer
  1. 6042 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 28, 2015

@Garry 6039 - You've just learned that?
garfielduk
  1. 6043 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

@Lee, I have only met her once and it was my first evening in Vancouver at a poutine place
No Longer Lurking
  1. 6044 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 28, 2015

Anyone managed to download the latest podcast, I keep getting error messages in iTunes?
laurita.snow
  1. 6045 posted by

laurita.snow on Mar 28, 2015

OH HEYYYYYY you guys!
garfielduk
  1. 6046 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

@NLL, not yet, it seems to be an error with the filesaddress
garfielduk
  1. 6047 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

@NLL is Mp3 OK?
peggylee
  1. 6048 posted by

peggylee on Mar 28, 2015

Thanks, @garjoh!
peggylee
  1. 6049 posted by

peggylee on Mar 28, 2015

@garjoh - Good to see you too!


peggylee
  1. 6050 posted by

peggylee on Mar 28, 2015

@mcfflyer I was listening and weeping at work.  One of the few days I could listen off and on.
garfielduk
  1. 6051 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

Hi Peggy
peggylee
  1. 6052 posted by

peggylee on Mar 28, 2015

Hi Garry!
krib
  1. 6053 posted by

krib on Mar 28, 2015

Garf, did you sleep yet?
krib
  1. 6054 posted by

krib on Mar 28, 2015

is it 48 hours after a show that the blog closes?

that live stream was fun to watch. made me wish I was there, more so than a lot of concerts I've missed.

No Longer Lurking
  1. 6055 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 28, 2015

Garf - I'll take the MP3 for the time being, but would like someone to fix the broken link at R3.
garfielduk
  1. 6056 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

it's 72 hours but recently I have noticed a few posts have stayed open for longer
garfielduk
  1. 6057 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

@NLL #6055, That is a direct link from the R3s rss feed not a copy and I can't help you with fixing the link as they won't give me admin privileges and I have not learned how to hack wordpress yet
garfielduk
  1. 6058 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

poorly constructed sentence is poorly constructed
gcranston
  1. 6059 posted by

gcranston on Mar 28, 2015

Hey Garf, I noticed reading back through the posts that you've posted some of the recordings of the shows. This is a bit of an embarassing question, but _where_ are you posting them? I'd love to get my hands on them.


Thanks,

garfielduk
  1. 6060 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

@gcranston if you are on facebook make a friend request and message me (you can find a link in my profile)
gcranston
  1. 6061 posted by

gcranston on Mar 28, 2015

And if I'm one of the 6 people worldwide not on facebook?
garfielduk
  1. 6062 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

email me
krib
  1. 6063 posted by

krib on Mar 28, 2015

any idea what time Lisa was on?
garjoh
  1. 6064 posted by

garjoh on Mar 28, 2015

@krib I want to say approximately 2hr into Grant's show
garfielduk
  1. 6065 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

Krib Going from the comments I would say you should start around the 1hr30 to 1hr35 mark
garfielduk
  1. 6066 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

oh yeah, everybody else will have closed this page and opened it again today losing all the time stamps

some tiles it pays to be weird

krib
  1. 6067 posted by

krib on Mar 28, 2015

Not me. I know things go weird so I kept it open
garfielduk
  1. 6068 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

@krib, in that case if you want to see when a guest was on just use control f (or command f) and look for their name.  After that subtract 9hrs for Grants show and 13hrs for Lanas to give you an idea of where to look
krib
  1. 6069 posted by

krib on Mar 28, 2015

oh right, forgot about Shumka. Missed his break, too

thanks to Wildworks for capturing this.

krib
  1. 6070 posted by

krib on Mar 28, 2015

well, yeah, I could do that

or I could just ask you...

mcfflyer
  1. 6071 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 28, 2015

Listening to a copy of yesterday's show again.  It was everything I love(d) about Radio3.  And I think that might have been the best show Grant ever did.  Red hot from start to finish.  And emotionally exhausting.
krib
  1. 6072 posted by

krib on Mar 28, 2015

i'm skipping through to listen to the host breaks I missed
gcranston
  1. 6073 posted by

gcranston on Mar 28, 2015

Now that's saying something krib. Don't care about the music, just want to hear the host breaks...
krib
  1. 6074 posted by

krib on Mar 28, 2015

well, I don't have 4 hours to kill today, and I caught some of it yesterday, and he didn't play anything I haven't heard many, many times before over all the years he's been hosting.
gcranston
  1. 6075 posted by

gcranston on Mar 28, 2015

crickets...
fresh ginger
  1. 6076 posted by

fresh ginger on Mar 28, 2015

so from what I'm reading, I need to bump garfy on the book of faces to get a re-listenable version. Will do.

keep on with the awesome, y'all.

garfielduk
  1. 6077 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

sorry, i'm talking to Lee on facebook
mcfflyer
  1. 6078 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 28, 2015

Indeed, Garry is!
garfielduk
  1. 6079 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

Sorry I just wanted to explain why I was ignoring the blog
gcranston
  1. 6080 posted by

gcranston on Mar 28, 2015

you had us worried there...
gcranston
  1. 6081 posted by

gcranston on Mar 28, 2015

@garf, did that email come through? If not, mine is my username here plus something about gmail...
hotpatch
  1. 6082 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 28, 2015

i have serious blog hang over but will check in now and then to see when they close this one out...maybe never? is that possible or practical? probably not. just goes to show you i don't know shit about these matters
hotpatch
  1. 6083 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 28, 2015

thanks for the links and stuff, i really appreciate that.

plugging into the stream on my phone and heading out to tackle some yard work.


darbarspecial
  1. 6084 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 28, 2015

I had to check back in to see how the blog was doing. :D
garfielduk
  1. 6085 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

We are still limping along
gcranston
  1. 6086 posted by

gcranston on Mar 28, 2015

I refuse to leave...
gcranston
  1. 6087 posted by

gcranston on Mar 28, 2015

making up for years of not being able to post while at work.
garfielduk
  1. 6088 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

I'm just pretending that this counts as a social life
gcranston
  1. 6089 posted by

gcranston on Mar 28, 2015

Wait, it doesn't?
garfielduk
  1. 6090 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

so my psychologist tells me
gcranston
  1. 6091 posted by

gcranston on Mar 28, 2015

brief moment of panic there. I accidentally navigated off the page and when I came back the last post was Lana's sign-off. Thought I'd lost the rest. Turns out there're just so many it took a little longer to load...


We're alright now though.

garfielduk
  1. 6092 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

Next thing you know she'll be telling me that watching a live stream of friends getting drunk is not a social life either
CDNz1
  1. 6093 posted by

CDNz1 on Mar 28, 2015

Our PP needs to improve.
gcranston
  1. 6094 posted by

gcranston on Mar 28, 2015

what does she know?
garfielduk
  1. 6095 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

I refreshed late last night (my time)  and realized just how long it took to reload
gcranston
  1. 6096 posted by

gcranston on Mar 28, 2015

how was the qualifying session? I read the BBC recaps. Did Nico hold Hamilton up, or was that just fabricated drama?
garfielduk
  1. 6097 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

No he did hold him up a bit. I ended up watching the replay this afternoon. There was quite the downpour for most of Q2 and all of Q3.


It takes every ounce (gram?) of self control I have not to put 2 spaces after a full stop.

gcranston
  1. 6098 posted by

gcranston on Mar 28, 2015

two spaces after a full stop is a holdover from typewriters and monospaced fonts. With proper kerning of modern typefaces it makes no sense.
gcranston
  1. 6099 posted by

gcranston on Mar 28, 2015

relevant xkcd: https://xkcd.com/1015/
garfielduk
  1. 6100 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

At the start of Q2 they were expecting rain so everybody went out at the start of the session knowing they didn't have much time to set a fast lap.  With so many cars in a pack like that it was difficult for the to find space to put in a fast lap.
gcranston
  1. 6101 posted by

gcranston on Mar 28, 2015

Plus the Chicago manual of style also recommends against it.
gcranston
  1. 6102 posted by

gcranston on Mar 28, 2015

we don't get many races in the rain any more. I know it's a safety issue but some of Senna's performances in the rain were unbelievable and I kind of miss that. 
garfielduk
  1. 6103 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

Oh I understand it but I am finding it difficult to re-programme my brain not to double tap the space bar.
gcranston
  1. 6104 posted by

gcranston on Mar 28, 2015

https://xkcd.com/1285/
garfielduk
  1. 6105 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

there really is an xkcd for everthing
gcranston
  1. 6106 posted by

gcranston on Mar 28, 2015

everything that matters.
garfielduk
  1. 6107 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

McS has posted some photos on the book of face from last nights get together.
garfielduk
  1. 6108 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

I'm working on the wiki entry for yesterday and just counting the 5550 comments posted at the end of Lanas show we had 196 different people on here and we average at, slightly faster than, a post every 8 seconds.


Needless to say we have slowed down a bit since then.

garfielduk
  1. 6109 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

is there a game on somewhere?
garfielduk
  1. 6110 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

I will keep talking to myself if I have to
garfielduk
  1. 6111 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

Here is the wiki page for this page. Please let me know if there is something I should add.
ggnewton
  1. 6112 posted by

ggnewton on Mar 28, 2015

Hi Garf...  I'm in and out today...  so Hi!
garfielduk
  1. 6113 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

hi gg
nvp
  1. 6114 posted by

nvp on Mar 28, 2015


wow, i thought there might be a post .. or .. two after the show ended, so i came back to check.

looks like i've got more reading to do.

maybe i'll go cut the grass and hatch the bees first. (not euphemisms ..)

mcfflyer
  1. 6115 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 28, 2015

Garry, I'm going to leave my computer on until tomorrow evening, and leave this blog open.  I'll be checking it. 

And thanks for answering the other question I had: how many different people were on the blog.

krib
  1. 6116 posted by

krib on Mar 28, 2015

whoa, people still hanging around...

did a cub car rally with the boy today. It's a bit of a zoo, but not as much of a zoo as it was a few years ago. now...NAP TIME!

krib
  1. 6117 posted by

krib on Mar 28, 2015

oh, Tariq was on, too.
garfielduk
  1. 6118 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

I plan on going back through Lana and Grants shows to make a note of the guests for the wiki
garjoh
  1. 6119 posted by

garjoh on Mar 28, 2015 @garf: Add Lana's closing speech? She posted it on FB.

garfielduk
  1. 6120 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

@garjoh #6119 Done, thanks.

I may end yp giving each show it's own page linked from that one

garfielduk
  1. 6121 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

yp = up
mcfflyer
  1. 6122 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 28, 2015

Hey krib, you still there?

Still sipping on your flask. Just what did you put in there? Mmmmmm!

garfielduk
  1. 6123 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

Is anybody out there, knock once for yes and twice for no
mcfflyer
  1. 6124 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 28, 2015

(knock)
garfielduk
  1. 6125 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

I would have been worried if you knocked twice
krib
  1. 6126 posted by

krib on Mar 28, 2015

uh...what?
garfielduk
  1. 6127 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

nothin
krib
  1. 6128 posted by

krib on Mar 28, 2015

I was talking to Mcfflyer. the comment about the flask. I don't have a flask
nvp
  1. 6129 posted by

nvp on Mar 28, 2015

    #28 posted by  binsyon Oct 21, 2011

That flask contains Crown Royal Rye Whisky, made in Manitoba!

[Reply] 

mcfflyer
  1. 6130 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 28, 2015

I'm sorry krib.  I was thinking of binsy.  :)
garfielduk
  1. 6131 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

I bought a bottle of Crown Royal the last time I was in Toronto airport (you know the one in Mississauga)  I loaned it to a friend so he could let his friends try it at a party and I never saw it again.  Not happy.
nvp
  1. 6132 posted by

nvp on Mar 28, 2015


i didn't mean to sound like a smartass up there, Lee.

just thought i'd practice my google-fu when i saw krib's reply.

cheers!

zammachus
  1. 6133 posted by

zammachus on Mar 28, 2015

There are a lot of better whiskies made in Canada than Crown Royal.

Dark Horse Premium is my drink of choice. Spicebox is also very good.

garfielduk
  1. 6134 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

All by my se-eeee-elf

don't wonna be

all byyyy myyyy seeeeeelfffff any more

garfielduk
  1. 6135 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

@Zammy #6133, Oh to be honest I didn't like it myself, I just liked to idea of having a little bit of Canada I could share with visitors
garfielduk
  1. 6136 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 28, 2015

I'm off to try that sleeping thing people keep telling my about
No Longer Lurking
  1. 6137 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 29, 2015

Garf - On the Crown Royal, you're not missing anything.
garfielduk
  1. 6138 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

for anybody that didn't know there are some Wednesday Weld playlists here
garfielduk
  1. 6139 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

what shows have I missed here?
zammachus
  1. 6140 posted by

zammachus on Mar 29, 2015

I can't think of any but at the same time I have a nagging feeling there is one.
zammachus
  1. 6141 posted by

zammachus on Mar 29, 2015

Did Graham's airtime ever have a title?
hotpatch
  1. 6142 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 29, 2015

hi zammy
garfielduk
  1. 6143 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

I can't think of a title for Grahams show


I have realized I have not added the R3:30 or Pedros pre game show

hotpatch
  1. 6144 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 29, 2015

I think it was simply CBC RADIO 3 TIME LINE
garfielduk
  1. 6145 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

I'll tweet Graham and ask him
hotpatch
  1. 6146 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 29, 2015

anyway, that was the subject that was posted for the day obviously and the main thrust of his discussion
garfielduk
  1. 6147 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

When do we ever stay on topic during the shows?  There is no chance we are going to do it now :)
garfielduk
  1. 6148 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

@hotpatch I meant the overall titles like Lanarama or The Craig Norris Hour not individual show themes / question of the day.
krib
  1. 6149 posted by

krib on Mar 29, 2015

I think by the time Graham was hosting regularly, they'd eliminated show names, except for Grant, who stubbornly hung on to his.
garfielduk
  1. 6150 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

@krib, Graham hosted on and off for years.  The reason I created my account was to ask him when Tokyo Police Club would be returning to the UK and that was 2008
hotpatch
  1. 6151 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 29, 2015

i think Grant said his show was originally titled The Grant Lawrence Hour (or something like that) but he thought it sounded presumptuous so he stopped using it. maybe that goes back to the beginning at R2?
garfielduk
  1. 6152 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

Thanks hotpatch, I'll ask him
garfielduk
  1. 6153 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

Thanks for the help guys
hotpatch
  1. 6154 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 29, 2015

sure thing gary
  1. 6155 posted by

zammachus on Mar 29, 2015

I do remember Grant had that wondrous vintage cinema music...
  1. 6156 posted by

zammachus on Mar 29, 2015

RADIOGRAHAM!
  1. 6157 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

THAT'S IT!!!!
  1. 6158 posted by

zammachus on Mar 29, 2015

Original lyrics to this song:

Well who turned the light out?

You idiot. It's Earth Hour. Get with the program.

  1. 6159 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 29, 2015

garf, can you please post a link to downlaod your FOR3VER logo again? i didn't pick it up the first time
  1. 6160 posted by

krib on Mar 29, 2015

oh right. I guess I only ever caught the tail end of his show, what with the size of the country and all

did Jay Ferguson have a name for his show when he hosted, or was he always under the banner of "guest host"? he's the only other one from the old days who I can think of who did a fair bit of hosting

oh, and Chris Alscher - the guy with the funny voice. I remember someone complaining about him once

  1. 6161 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

@krib, I don't remember Jay hosting
  1. 6162 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

@hotpatch they are by MrFussyFont

http://reimer-reason.ca/cbc/FOR3VER-red-white.png

http://reimer-reason.ca/cbc/FOR3VER-black.png

http://reimer-reason.ca/cbc/FOR3VER-grey.png

  1. 6163 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 29, 2015

here's proof that a poutine throne can be constructed, much like an iron throne built of carrots, just use fries instead of carrots? sadly we find this out after the throne tradition on R3 has come to an end
  1. 6164 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 29, 2015

great, thanks garf, fussyfont, you guys are da best!
  1. 6165 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 29, 2015

re my 6163, of course add the desired amount of gravy, curds and hot sauce to tatse
  1. 6166 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

For F1 fans
  1. 6167 posted by

krib on Mar 29, 2015

I think Jay and Chris Alscher were only ever guest hosts. Jay did it a fair bit, actually.

I remember it because one of his blog topics was "who would play the movie versions of us?" and it had every host in the country, including those on the west coast logged in to Jay's show, which was early.

Chris was in YVR and filled in for YVR hosts when they were away

  1. 6168 posted by

krib on Mar 29, 2015

according to wikipedia, he and Chris Murphy did a weekend show together in 2005. I never really listen on weekends, so I didn't know about that. I do know he hosted, though
  1. 6169 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

I can remember 2 atrists hosting a special show at Christmas once or possibly twice
  1. 6170 posted by

krib on Mar 29, 2015

and here it is, thanks to the magical search function
  1. 6171 posted by

krib on Mar 29, 2015

looks like Jay did new release Tuesdays for quite a spell
  1. 6172 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

New Release Tuesday was one of the daily themes for The Craig Norris Hour
  1. 6173 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

I didn't say a thing for that entire show!
  1. 6174 posted by

krib on Mar 29, 2015

I know, Garf, but if you click through that link, you'll see a whole bunch of related blog posts that say New Release Tuesday, with Jay Ferguson.

Craig went off and did another show on the side for a while - don't remember which show it was. Something to do with law or some such thing. He reduced his time for a bit to do that

  1. 6175 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

Craig did Laugh Out Loud for a season
  1. 6176 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

Did that take him away on Mondays & Tuesday?
  1. 6177 posted by

krib on Mar 29, 2015

Right. I thought he did one that had some kind of legal aspect to it as well for a bit.

I know he was part-time for a while, but the details are fuzzy in my old brain

  1. 6178 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

Know Your Rights
garfielduk
  1. 6179 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

that was later the same year
krib
  1. 6180 posted by

krib on Mar 29, 2015

I'm surprised I didn't mention Jennifer Connelly to play Lana in the movie version on that blog post.
garfielduk
  1. 6181 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

OK imagine there was a movies version of the blog comments

Who would play whom?

cathyort
  1. 6182 posted by

cathyort on Mar 29, 2015

We LOVED Chris Alscher.

Russ can do a wicked impression of him.

garfielduk
  1. 6183 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

I forgot Peter Morey the British weekend host
garfielduk
  1. 6184 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

Hello Andrew
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 6185 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 29, 2015

Hmmmmmm.   A blog occupation, I see.  It's, like, a full-time occupation.
mcfflyer
  1. 6186 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 29, 2015

Good morning.  Going to be a warm one here in Sacramento today - 85F.  Heading up the wineries today to pick up our club shipments.  Too bad one of you wasn't here for me to show off some of the best parts of California to me.  I need to put shorts on!
mcfflyer
  1. 6187 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 29, 2015

In listening to the last day again, neither Grant or Chris Kelly mentioned that Chris hosted for about a week, filling in for Grant, and did a heck of a job.  Must have been 2009 or 2010.
garfielduk
  1. 6188 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

I remember Chris sitting in for Grant a few times. That was one bonus of having a producer like Chris, you had a backup host on standby every day.
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 6189 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 29, 2015

Garf, thanks for the F1 report. I liked it.
garfielduk
  1. 6190 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

Ted worked for the Beeb before Sky TV started their F1 channel. For me he is the best pit lane reporter in the business.  If you want to keep seeingf them just search for "teds notebook"on youtube
garfielduk
  1. 6191 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

seeingf?
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 6192 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 29, 2015

Also, Ferrari returned to the front! Sooner than expected, but then again, after qualifications...

Vettel was so happy, indeed tearful.

garfielduk
  1. 6193 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

He learned Italian quickly
PhilipST
  1. 6194 posted by

PhilipST on Mar 29, 2015

#6183 @Garf, I have a pic of Pete Morey in my Flickr album, "CBC Radio 3 Memories," right between one of Pedro Mendes and one of Mr FussyFont.
garfielduk
  1. 6195 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

I can still remember the surprise I got hearing a British accent hosting on R3
Benoit from Ottawa
  1. 6196 posted by

Benoit from Ottawa on Mar 29, 2015

Yes. I figure he figured it best for getting along with an Italian entourage; Italians are not masters of other languages, it seems to me, or am I just being a "nationalist"?
garfielduk
  1. 6197 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

@BfO, they tend to speak better English than I speak Italian
hotpatch
  1. 6198 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 29, 2015

what does a flat sound like when you're driving on Italian tires....... wap wap wap
hotpatch
  1. 6199 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 29, 2015

just stopping by to say go Sparty! go Big 10! 
hotpatch
  1. 6200 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 29, 2015

(and make an inappropriate joke)
zammachus
  1. 6201 posted by

zammachus on Mar 29, 2015

Font Raps!!!

The designer and typographer in me is squeeing right now!

garfielduk
  1. 6202 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

That reminds me, I'm meant to be creating a post from Lanas last link
garfielduk
  1. 6203 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

@zammy any idea on a font I should use
zammachus
  1. 6204 posted by

zammachus on Mar 29, 2015

For what?
garfielduk
  1. 6205 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

What does a Williams with a flat sound like?


It doesn't happen, wheelchairs use solid tires.

garfielduk
  1. 6206 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

For a post of Lanas last host break.  Someone up there asked for one and I thought I should give it a go
garfielduk
  1. 6207 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

a poster
TO to LA
  1. 6208 posted by

TO to LA on Mar 29, 2015

wutttt 6208?
nvp
  1. 6209 posted by

nvp on Mar 29, 2015


having trouble finding the link to the hosts wiki

was Britt Wray there? not a favourite of some folks, but i thought she brought a different perspective ..

garfielduk
  1. 6210 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

http://radio3wiki.info/w/index.php/Shows
nvp
  1. 6211 posted by

nvp on Mar 29, 2015


ah, ok. a show wiki, not a hosts wiki. as you were.

garfielduk
  1. 6212 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

I emailed you today nvp
nvp
  1. 6213 posted by

nvp on Mar 29, 2015


ok thx, i'll check it out. saw the secret fb add, thx.

i feel like i've checked social media more in the last week than in all of my previous life ..

garfielduk
  1. 6214 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

Does anybody know any good Canadian t-shirt printers?

Preferably on that uses fair trade cotton


garfielduk
  1. 6215 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

How will we know what time to turn up on Monday?


garfielduk
  1. 6216 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 29, 2015

g'night folks


mcfflyer
  1. 6217 posted by

mcfflyer on Mar 29, 2015

Back from a trip up to the foothill wineries, which you know about if we're Facebook friends.   However, I am stunned that while we lost one, but unexpectedly gained one back.  We've lost CBC Radio3 live hosting, as we well know, but today, Sunday, something returned.

Being my age, I grew up in the age of classic Top 40 Radio in the US - and Canada. For years, one of my other favourite spots on the web was www.reelradio.com, an on-line museum of Top 40 radio. At first, the curator just put "scoped" airchecks, or recordings of radio shows on the site. Scoped means to remove all of the music, so you'd only hear the host breaks, the jingles, the commercials, everything but the full songs. Files were smaller - and it was legal. But after awhile unscoped exhibits were presented, and clearly were vastly more popular. Suddenly, you could go back and listen to an hour of The Reel Don Steele on 93KHJ in Los Angeles from 1967, and hear everything that radio was that day, that hour. A true snapshot in time. But it was technically illegal, or at least violated some copyright restrictions. The site ran for years that way, until last year, the industry clamped down on the site, and all unscoped exhibits were blocked. It seemed wrong that an hour of radio and the Top40 music that made it, could not be exhibited for on demand listening, especially since many of these songs were long out of print, unavailable, and virtually unknown. Well, today, Sunday, March 29, the exhibits were restored. Something was done between reelradio and the recording industry that has permitted it. I'm thrilled!

When there was something on Radio3 that I didn't care for, I'd go over to reelradio and jump back in time, now I have a place to go to again, and it's 1967... or 1978 or 1963, and I'm listening to radio from San Francisco, or Denver or Chicago or Toronto. I may have lost live hosted radio on Radio3, but I gained something back on reelradio.

If you're at all interested in some of the best radio ever, I invite you to pay a visit to www.reelradio.com. However, because the site still has to pay licensing fees to play this music, it requires a membership. It's not much, a minimum membership is $12 per year - a dollar a month. But if you're interested in radio history, I invite you to check it out. Incidentally, there are now 3,272 radio exhibits available on demand. Maybe you will understand why I considered CBC Radio3 the best radio I ever heard, but there is so much else here!

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  1. 6218 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 30, 2015

I'm impressed this thread is still going, love it!
garfielduk
  1. 6219 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 30, 2015

I have had less than 4 hours sleep, I am shattered.
garfielduk
  1. 6220 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 30, 2015

Does that count as a nap?
garfielduk
  1. 6221 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 30, 2015

Does anyone know when todays blog post is due to be posted
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  1. 6222 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 30, 2015

There's a new first play post here, but I'm not sure if anything else is going to come along later.
garfielduk
  1. 6223 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 30, 2015

we have a daily topic post
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  1. 6224 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 30, 2015

Cheers Garf!
hotpatch
  1. 6225 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 30, 2015

hello
garfielduk
  1. 6226 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 30, 2015

hello
hotpatch
  1. 6227 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 30, 2015

cool, it looks like this thing is still open (it's Monday 3/31/15, 8:41 a.m. EDT). i 'm going to hop over to today's post and look for stevierayk; i'll bet he skipped the drama last Friday and is on the regular daily post business as usual, like nothing unusual happened.
hotpatch
  1. 6228 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 30, 2015

hey garf, i'm happily surprised this post is still open 
garfielduk
  1. 6229 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 30, 2015

I've been noticing for a while that blog comments have been staying open past 72 hours
hotpatch
  1. 6230 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 30, 2015

garf, i wonder if it's based on the frequency of the comments, no comments in 4 or 8 hours and they shut it down? 
hotpatch
  1. 6231 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 30, 2015

mcfflyer, nice tip, i will try to check out realradio some time
garfielduk
  1. 6232 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 30, 2015

I've seen posts where there has been no comments for days but they are still open
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  1. 6233 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 30, 2015

Maybe, given wha this post represents, they'll leave it open longer?
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  1. 6234 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Mar 30, 2015

what*
garfielduk
  1. 6235 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 30, 2015

I've just had a quick look and I think comments are being left open for 7 days now as I could still post on last weeks R3:30 but not the post before it
krib
  1. 6236 posted by

krib on Mar 30, 2015

man, it takes a long time for this post to load.

time to head over to the "new" R3 and see what's up

darbarspecial
  1. 6237 posted by

darbarspecial on Mar 30, 2015

Crazy!
garfielduk
  1. 6238 posted by

garfielduk on Mar 30, 2015

No I'm not, my Mum had me tested
  1. 6239 posted by

hotpatch on Mar 30, 2015

regarding 6235 - i'm in for the duration

also, i don't have any independent/reliable information on my current mental state but i'm pretty sure i have EOG - Early Onset Grump

  1. 6240 posted by

No Longer Lurking on Apr 02, 2015

Hot patch - Is it contagious?
  1. 6241 posted by

gcranston on Apr 03, 2015

yeah I'm still here

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