Monday November 25th, 2019
The Canadian Songwriters Hall Of Fame inducted six songs that defined Toronto through the 60’s, 70’s, and the 80’s. The six iconic songs were the ‘60s: Soul classic “Opportunity” (Mandala), and Groovy hit “I Would Be the One” (Kensington Market); ‘70s rock ballad “(Make Me Do) Anything You Want” (A Foot in Coldwater) and sci-fi inspired hit “Calling Occupants of Interplanetary Craft” (Klaatu); and the ‘80’s equality anthem “Rise Up” (Parachute Club) and 30th anniversary of “Let Your Backbone Slide” performed by Maestro Fresh Wes. The induction and concert took place at Toronto’s Phoenix Concert Theatre (410 Sherbourne St) where Rudy Blair Entertainment Media rudyblairmedia.com was backstage to speak\ with the inductees including Maestro Fresh Wes http://maestrofreshwes.net and his CHOF inducted song “Let Your Backbone Slide” https://tinyurl.com/rdxab5k