BOB BRADBURN/FRANK CALLAGHAN
"Saskatoon" b/w "Saskatoon"
1960
(No Label)
Here’s what I think is the earliest record in my Saskatchewan collection. Two short civic pride anthems recorded by a pair of CFQC radio announcers.
Bob Bradburn’s “Saskatoon” is little more
than a chorus (with requisite Bessborough and “City of Bridges” mentions), all
swelling organ anchored by his stately voice.
Side 2 is a brighter affair, pitting 2nd
Avenue and CFQC against the world, set against barroom piano and with a guitar
way down in the mix. I prefer Frank Callaghan’s “Saskatoon” for his voice and
turn of phrase, but the songs work well together: A two-sided 1960 Saskatoon coin.
Hey! I just came across this 45 in my collection and you're the only other person I can find online who's ever heard of this. I'm thinking there can't be too many of these around and my turntable needs a new needle, so thanks for sharing!
ReplyDelete1958 Star Phoenix Music Radio CFQC 600 Platter Party Frank Callaghan Gordon Ross Mar 1 p5 - i have a newspaper clipping digital if you would like a copy at hoknes@Hotmail.com
ReplyDeleteUntil to-day, I was unaware my first radio boss,cut a record; very cool! R.I.P.,Frank.
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