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Host Peter McCully chats with Neil Osborne of the Canadian rock band 54-40. Osborne shares insights and stories from his lengthy music career.

Osborne discusses the bandsa国际传媒檚 enduring success, their approach to songwriting and the importance of live performances. The episode delves into their latest album, West Coast Band, and offers a glimpse into the creative process behind their music.

Osbornesa国际传媒檚 journey in the music industry began with a chance encounter with bandmate Brad Merritt in high school in Tsawwassen. The two bonded over their shared love for music, which eventually led to the formation of 54-40 in 1977. Their enduring partnership is a testament to their deep connection and shared interests.

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The episode explores the evolution of the bandsa国际传媒檚 songwriting process. From early jam sessions to more recent experiments with thematic storytelling, 54-40sa国际传媒檚 creative approach has evolved over the years. The bandsa国际传媒檚 co-founder shares how their latest album was inspired by reminiscing about their experiences as a band during COVID and turning those stories into songs.

The latest album was mixed by Adam Kasper, known for his work with iconic bands like Nirvana, Soundgarden and Pearl Jam. The album represents a literal storytelling approach, showcasing the bandsa国际传媒檚 experiences and stories in a straightforward manner.

The episode includes a discussion of the song sa国际传媒榃orking on Itsa国际传媒, which humorously captures the bandsa国际传媒檚 dedication and hard work. Itsa国际传媒檚 also testament to their commitment to delivering great performances to their audience.

sa国际传媒淲e know itsa国际传媒檚 a collective experience, especially with people that have seen us and followed us and stuck with us over the years,sa国际传媒 said Osborne. sa国际传媒淪o thatsa国际传媒檚 the constant. And thatsa国际传媒檚 still the driving force behind why wesa国际传媒檙e still here.sa国际传媒

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Peter McCully

About the Author: Peter McCully

Peter has been a broadcaster and publisher on both of Canadasa国际传媒檚 coasts and has owned a small newspaper and run an advertising agency along the way.
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