Talk to Me with David Ward

Derry Grehan of Canadian rock band Honeymoon Suite talks about the bands new album and a single that's charting in 2020, nearly 40 years after the band formed. For more band info visit https://www.honeymoonsuite.com Produced by: https://davidwardmedia.com

On the latest episode of "Talk to Me" I spoke with April Wine's singer, lead guitar player, piano player, and writer Myles Goodwyn. Myles Goodwyn and friends of the blues is his latest project. Check out what one of Canada's most prolific song writers is up to in 2020.

Loverboy Guitarist Paul Dean talks with David Ward about his musical beginnings in British Columbia. The Legendary Canadian guitarist tells us about some of the 14 bands he played in before hitting it big with Loverboy. Managed by Bruce Allen in Vancouver, Loverboy were an instant hit with "Turn Me Loose". The band continued to pump out hit after hit such as "Working for the Weekend", "Hot Girls in Love", "Lovin Every Minute of It" to name a few.

Canadian songwriter Joel Plaskett talks with David Ward about his Halifax band Thrush Hermit, the Canadian music scene in the 90's, and when he formed the Juno winning band, Joel Plaskett Emergency.

Canadian Singer Bif Naked is the special guest on Talk To Me with David Ward. DavidWardMedia inc.

Canadian songwriter Ian Thomas talks about writing his breakout hit, "Painted Ladies" at night while working day job at CBC Radio. The acclaimed producer, author, and composer talks about his beginnings in music, and also shares a few stories about growing up in a creative household with his brother, Comedian Dave Thomas. "Talk to Me with David Ward" features new interviews every Thursday with Canadian Music and Media Personalities. See Video of This: https://youtu.be/dbLaaJgJ2r8

Sylvia Tyson, Canadian songwriter from the legendary duo, Ian & Sylvia talks about moving to Toronto in 1959 from Chatham, Ontario, to become a folk singer. Shortly after meeting Ian Tyson, the two formed a folk duo partnership and quickly gained popularity in Toronto's Yorkville Music Scene. After signing with Vanguard Records under manager Albert Grossman, Ian and Sylvia went on to become one of Canada's most celebrated folk groups. SEE VIDEO OF THIS: https://youtu.be/F3l5i9c_1xs

Canadian guitar player and songwriter David Wilcox talks about his first audition for Ian and Sylvia Tyson's country rock band, The Great Speckled Bird. Wilcox also talks about his debut solo album that had 3 hits, Do the Bearcat, Hypnotizin' Boogie, and Bad Apple. Recorded in 1978, the disco era, the album was not released until 1980. Once released, Wilcox was an instant hit, becoming one of Canada's most celebrated guitar players. A true gentlemen, a humble Canadian, and a Giant Talent! See the Video of this https://youtu.be/_6PRX2OdAhA

Canadian TV Host, Newsman, and Producer, Kevin Frankish talks about how he got his start in broadcasting. The host of Canada's #1 morning show, Breakfast Television, for 27 years, Frankish also tells us some stories about his incredible career at City TV in Toronto. SEE VIDEO OF THIS https://youtu.be/spvhpoVFTXs

That Eric Alper talks with David Ward about working as one the country's top music publicists. Alper also 'geeks' out with David Ward, delving into subjects like Canadian Music Content otherwise known as CanCon, the early 90's music scene in Canada, development deals, Much Music, and also how the music industry has changed during the last few decades. You can learn more about music publicist, writer, and radio host, Eric Alper at www.thatericalper.com SEE VIDEO OF THIS https://youtu.be/e1fMk2QP1QQ

Frontman from the Canadian Hard Rock band Helix, Brian Vollmer talks with David Ward on "Talk to Me". Vollmer discusses how the band got their start in Ontario, Canada, the record industry in the 1980's, and he also tells us a few fun stories from the road. SEE THE VIDEO OF THIS: https://youtu.be/3ImZCMJRubw