The Best of CHOM 97 7
The best moments from CHOM 97 7's broadcast day.
Episodes
In 1971, with Jim Morrison facing the possibility of jail time, and after the band's producer quit, the Doors managed to rally themselves to create one of rock's all-time great albums. Sadly, it would prove to be Jim Morrison's last. Randy Renaud marks the 55th anniversary of L.A. Woman (released on April 19, 1971) on this week's edition of the Chronicles of Rock.
and more Fun Facts to bring to your house partayyy. =)
Italy is the first country to allow employees of a company up to 3-days of paid sick leave per year (with conditions) to care for a seriously ill pet! Should we do the same in Canada? Some say yes.. others say, "What?"
After losing a legendary Montrealer in Donald Tarleton (Donald K. Donald) this week, we wondered why there isn't already a "Wall-of-Fame" in the city? If there was, who would you want to see receive the honour? Bilal runs through suggestions from passionate Montrealers!
Donald Tarlton was one of the most important figures in not only the history of popular music here in Montreal, but in Canada. He founded the concert promotion and booking company Donald K. Donald (or DKD) in 1966, and was instrumental in bringing to Montreal bands like Led Zeppelin, The Rolling Stones and the Who. He also helped create the Aquarius record label featuring artists like April Wine, Corey Hart and Sum 41. In the year ...
Pick a side with Normal or Nope!
A new study revealed it costs around $50,000 to have a pet (like a dog or cat) over their lifetime - just for the basics. Vet costs jumped 43% in the last 5 years leaving more than 1/3 of pet owners in debt. Bilal asked Montrealers how much they've dropped in one visit - you won't believe how far some folks went to save their fur babies!
AND it's Grilled Cheese Day!!
On April 23rd, 1971, armed with a brand new guitarist, a sound punched up by a pair of American horn players, and a controversial album cover, The Rolling Stones released their ninth and possibly best album ever. Randy Renaud celebrates the 55th anniversary of Sticky Fingers on the Chronicles of Rock.
and more Fun Facts to ring in Spring!
This one blew up our social feeds and united Montrealers in their honest admissions of what truly marks a born-and-raised resident of our unique and complex island city. Listeners reveal the hard truth about what it really takes to earn your stripes as a member of the Montreal Club!
but you were pretty proud of back then!
A recent survey of blue collar trade workers found that Classic Rock is the preferred soundtrack on the job site, followed by Hard Rock/Metal and 90s Grunge.. so, CHOM's got you covered! Bilal asked which CHOM band (or song) gets you pumped up and focused on work the most?
with a couple of alternative caveats on this Would You Rather Wednesday!
With the ever-lingering winter halting your spring plans, Bilal decided it's time to get out of the funk and start planning some fun! In efforts to change the mood, Montrealers look ahead to warmer weather with the outdoor activities they're excited to get back to this spring!
Normal or Nope? We see you... =)
It's been 50 years since Montreal hosted the 1976 Olympic Summer Games and the city is celebrating with several events to be announced in the coming weeks. They're also looking for your memories/stories from those games at MontrealOlympique.ca - Bilal got the ball rolling today with listener flashbacks and a crazy story of his own!
On April 2, 1968, Jimi Hendrix came to Montreal to perform for the one and only time. He and the Experience did a concert at the Paul Sauvé arena (that's Jimi backstage at the arena in the photo), but unruly fans kept invading the stage and even stole some of the band's equipment. Jimi, Mitch Mitchell, and Noel Redding arrived in town the night before, and ended up in an Irish pub. Randy Renaud has the story on today's...
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