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Tell The Band To Go Home is a weekly celebration of great songs and the people who bring them to life. I play songs from some of the greatest songwriters of all time, including John Prine, Lyle Lovett, Townes Van Zandt, Willie P. Bennett, and many more. Along with the legends, I also focus on the th…

Jeff Robson


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    Important iTunes Podcast Announcement!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2015 2:11


    The TTBTGH/SBFRR podcast is moving to a new location! Find out how this could impact you, and how it will definitely improve the podcast!

    Tell the Band to Go Home - January 18, 2015 - part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2015 54:02


    Tell the Band to Go Home - January 18, 2015 - part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2015 59:36


    Steel Belted Free Range Radio - Jan. 15, 2015 - part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2015 43:42


    Great new music keeps on rolling in, so a bunch of that tonight, as well as some vinyl classics and Best of 2014 leftovers!

    Steel Belted Free Range Radio - Jan. 15, 2015 - part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2015 39:49


    Great new music keeps on rolling in, so a bunch of that tonight, as well as some vinyl classics and Best of 2014 leftovers!

    Tell the Band to Go Home - January 11, 2015 - part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2015 56:50


    January 9th would have been Billy Cowsill’s 67th birthday, and there are few singers that we love more than old Billy "Bud," so I felt like listening to a bunch of his work, which somehow led into a solid set of 70s am radio classics. Strange things happen on Tell the Band to Go Home. We also have a stellar new record from Paul Kelly to share, as well as new songs from Shannon Lyon and other favourites!

    Tell the Band to Go Home - January 11, 2015 - part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2015 58:31


    January 9th would have been Billy Cowsill’s 67th birthday, and there are few singers that we love more than old Billy "Bud," so I felt like listening to a bunch of his work, which somehow led into a solid set of 70s am radio classics. Strange things happen on Tell the Band to Go Home. We also have a stellar new record from Paul Kelly to share, as well as new songs from Shannon Lyon and other favourites!

    Steel Belted Free Range Radio - Jan. 8, 2015 - part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2015 32:48


    The new year has brought some great new music, some brand new and some new to me. One of the more interesting finds is a song about ME that’s been on iTunes for 3 years, and I had no idea! We’ve also got a great list of some of the greatest cover versions of 2014.

    Steel Belted Free Range Radio - Jan. 8, 2015 - part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2015 53:33


    The new year has brought some great new music, some brand new and some new to me. One of the more interesting finds is a song about ME that’s been on iTunes for 3 years, and I had no idea! We’ve also got a great list of some of the greatest cover versions of 2014.

    Steel Belted Free Range Radio - Jan. 1, 2015 - part 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2015 40:33


    We’re ringing in the new year with a 5 hour marathon, including a look back at 2014, with more of the best of the year, plus lengthy tributes to two of the most important and amazing songwriters of all time, Townes Van Zandt and Hank Williams, who share an anniversary of their deaths. The men may be gone, but the music will last forever. Even with 5 hours, there was still plenty of great music left over for weeks to come!

    Steel Belted Free Range Radio - Jan. 1, 2015 - part 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2015 63:15


    We’re ringing in the new year with a 5 hour marathon, including a look back at 2014, with more of the best of the year, plus lengthy tributes to two of the most important and amazing songwriters of all time, Townes Van Zandt and Hank Williams, who share an anniversary of their deaths. The men may be gone, but the music will last forever. Even with 5 hours, there was still plenty of great music left over for weeks to come!

    Steel Belted Free Range Radio - Jan. 1, 2015 - part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2015 50:23


    We’re ringing in the new year with a 5 hour marathon, including a look back at 2014, with more of the best of the year, plus lengthy tributes to two of the most important and amazing songwriters of all time, Townes Van Zandt and Hank Williams, who share an anniversary of their deaths. The men may be gone, but the music will last forever. Even with 5 hours, there was still plenty of great music left over for weeks to come!

    Steel Belted Free Range Radio - Jan. 1, 2015 - part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2015 60:16


    We’re ringing in the new year with a 5 hour marathon, including a look back at 2014, with more of the best of the year, plus lengthy tributes to two of the most important and amazing songwriters of all time, Townes Van Zandt and Hank Williams, who share an anniversary of their deaths. The men may be gone, but the music will last forever. Even with 5 hours, there was still plenty of great music left over for weeks to come!

    Steel Belted Free Range Radio - Jan. 1, 2015 - part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2015 67:21


    We’re ringing in the new year with a 5 hour marathon, including a look back at 2014, with more of the best of the year, plus lengthy tributes to two of the most important and amazing songwriters of all time, Townes Van Zandt and Hank Williams, who share an anniversary of their deaths. The men may be gone, but the music will last forever. Even with 5 hours, there was still plenty of great music left over for weeks to come!

    Tell the Band to Go Home - December 28, 2014 - part 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2015 48:06


    Christmas has come and gone, but there are still some great holiday-related songs that we haven’t played yet, so just like the turkey taking up space in your fridge, it’s time to clear out these leftovers and do something with them! This is also one of our annual holiday marathon episodes, where everyone sensible stays home and takes a break from radio, but I’ve never been accused of being sensible, so instead of the usual 2 hours, this show runs for 5! That gives us plenty of time to look back at the year that was, and play a whole bunch of the best music, concerts, and live guests of 2014!

    Tell the Band to Go Home - December 28, 2014 - part 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2015 71:29


    Christmas has come and gone, but there are still some great holiday-related songs that we haven’t played yet, so just like the turkey taking up space in your fridge, it’s time to clear out these leftovers and do something with them! This is also one of our annual holiday marathon episodes, where everyone sensible stays home and takes a break from radio, but I’ve never been accused of being sensible, so instead of the usual 2 hours, this show runs for 5! That gives us plenty of time to look back at the year that was, and play a whole bunch of the best music, concerts, and live guests of 2014!

    Tell the Band to Go Home - December 28, 2014 - part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2015 44:51


    Christmas has come and gone, but there are still some great holiday-related songs that we haven’t played yet, so just like the turkey taking up space in your fridge, it’s time to clear out these leftovers and do something with them! This is also one of our annual holiday marathon episodes, where everyone sensible stays home and takes a break from radio, but I’ve never been accused of being sensible, so instead of the usual 2 hours, this show runs for 5! That gives us plenty of time to look back at the year that was, and play a whole bunch of the best music, concerts, and live guests of 2014!

    Tell the Band to Go Home - December 28, 2014 - part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2015 65:34


    Christmas has come and gone, but there are still some great holiday-related songs that we haven’t played yet, so just like the turkey taking up space in your fridge, it’s time to clear out these leftovers and do something with them! This is also one of our annual holiday marathon episodes, where everyone sensible stays home and takes a break from radio, but I’ve never been accused of being sensible, so instead of the usual 2 hours, this show runs for 5! That gives us plenty of time to look back at the year that was, and play a whole bunch of the best music, concerts, and live guests of 2014!

    Tell the Band to Go Home - December 28, 2014 - part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2015 57:10


    Christmas has come and gone, but there are still some great holiday-related songs that we haven’t played yet, so just like the turkey taking up space in your fridge, it’s time to clear out these leftovers and do something with them! This is also one of our annual holiday marathon episodes, where everyone sensible stays home and takes a break from radio, but I’ve never been accused of being sensible, so instead of the usual 2 hours, this show runs for 5! That gives us plenty of time to look back at the year that was, and play a whole bunch of the best music, concerts, and live guests of 2014!

    Tell the Band to Go Home - December 21, 2014 - part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2015 52:28


    It’s just about Christmas, and although I try to resist the temptation to play a bunch of Christmas music, there’s one show where I just give in and go with it, and this is it. Here are some songs about and for the holiday season, and they won’t even give you heart burn! The worst music in the world is bad Christmas music, but there is plenty of great stuff out there, and here are some of the good ones. Merry Christmas, everyone!

    Tell the Band to Go Home - December 21, 2014 - part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2015 63:51


    It’s just about Christmas, and although I try to resist the temptation to play a bunch of Christmas music, there’s one show where I just give in and go with it, and this is it. Here are some songs about and for the holiday season, and they won’t even give you heart burn! The worst music in the world is bad Christmas music, but there is plenty of great stuff out there, and here are some of the good ones. Merry Christmas, everyone!

    Steel Belted Free Range Radio - Dec. 18, 2014 - part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2015 20:31


    Steel Belted Free Range Radio - Dec. 18, 2014 - part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2015 63:38


    Tell the Band to Go Home - December 14, 2014 - part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2015 49:01


    Jeremy’s along to spread some holiday cheer (and spit out some rather controversial statements near the end of the show. I think he must be adopted.) We’ve got some holiday favourites and some of this week’s upcoming shows to preview!

    Tell the Band to Go Home - December 14, 2014 - part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2015 65:33


    Jeremy’s along to spread some holiday cheer (and spit out some rather controversial statements near the end of the show. I think he must be adopted.) We’ve got some holiday favourites and some of this week’s upcoming shows to preview!

    Steel Belted Free Range Radio - Dec. 11, 2014 - part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2015 31:42


    A bunch of soon-to-be-classics as we continue to look at the best of 2014, as well as some certified classics from years gone by!

    Steel Belted Free Range Radio - Dec. 11, 2014 - part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2015 50:42


    A bunch of soon-to-be-classics as we continue to look at the best of 2014, as well as some certified classics from years gone by!

    Tell the Band to Go Home - December 7, 2014 - part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2015 51:50


    Another fine mix of new music, upcoming shows, a look at a great show that just happened, and a few songs for the season to get you feeling jolly and merry! Also, today is the 65th birthday of one of the greatest songwriters/performers of all time, Tom Waits!

    Tell the Band to Go Home - December 7, 2014 - part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2015 65:01


    Another fine mix of new music, upcoming shows, a look at a great show that just happened, and a few songs for the season to get you feeling jolly and merry! Also, today is the 65th birthday of one of the greatest songwriters/performers of all time, Tom Waits!

    Steel Belted Free Range Radio - Dec. 4, 2014 - part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2015 59:22


    We’re feeling a little bit festive, looking forward to some great upcoming concerts, and listening to some great music from this year as it heads to a close!

    Steel Belted Free Range Radio - Dec. 4, 2014 - part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2015 24:46


    We’re feeling a little bit festive, looking forward to some great upcoming concerts, and listening to some great music from this year as it heads to a close!

    Tell the Band to Go Home - November 30, 2014 - part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2015 50:32


    It is, indeed, beginning to look a lot like Christmas, so it’s time to sound like it as well, as we continue to roll out some holiday music that doesn’t suck. We’ve also got some musical gift-giving options as we listen to some of the best albums of the year, and somehow, I got off on a tangent and listened to a whole pile of amazing songs by some super talented women.

    Tell the Band to Go Home - November 30, 2014 - part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2015 66:12


    It is, indeed, beginning to look a lot like Christmas, so it’s time to sound like it as well, as we continue to roll out some holiday music that doesn’t suck. We’ve also got some musical gift-giving options as we listen to some of the best albums of the year, and somehow, I got off on a tangent and listened to a whole pile of amazing songs by some super talented women.

    Steel Belted Free Range Radio - Nov. 27, 2014 - part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2015 29:48


    Some solid, undisputed classics as well as a look at this week’s exciting upcoming shows!

    Steel Belted Free Range Radio - Nov. 27, 2014 - part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2015 55:44


    Some solid, undisputed classics as well as a look at this week’s exciting upcoming shows!

    Tell the Band to Go Home - November 23, 2014 - part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2015 56:10


    Ever year, it’s my goal to prove that not all Christmas music is cheesy and terrible. Some of it is even pretty great. We present some strong evidence to prove the point today. We’ve also got new additions to the amazing Willie P Bennett Legacy Project and a few upcoming shows to preview.

    Tell the Band to Go Home - November 23, 2014 - part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2015 60:02


    Ever year, it’s my goal to prove that not all Christmas music is cheesy and terrible. Some of it is even pretty great. We present some strong evidence to prove the point today. We’ve also got new additions to the amazing Willie P Bennett Legacy Project and a few upcoming shows to preview.

    Steel Belted Free Range Radio - Nov. 20, 2014 - part 2 (Last Ditch on the Left)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2015 41:24


    Lots of what we love most, live music tonight, as we’re joined for conversation and live performances by acclaimed Ottawa area singer/songwriter Lynne Hanson, and a wonderful, upcoming local duo named Last Ditch on the Left!

    Steel Belted Free Range Radio - Nov. 20, 2014 - part 1 (Lynne Hanson)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2015 43:21


    Lots of what we love most, live music tonight, as we’re joined for conversation and live performances by acclaimed Ottawa area singer/songwriter Lynne Hanson, and a wonderful, upcoming local duo named Last Ditch on the Left!

    Tell the Band to Go Home - November 16, 2014 - part 3 (Barney Bentall/ Grand Cariboo Opry)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2015 31:35


    Tonight marks the return of Barney Bentall & The Grand Cariboo Opry, and that’s a great reason to celebrate. We’ve even got an interview with Barney to tell us all about the magic. Plus, there are more great upcoming shows, and we’re slowly and carefully easing into holiday music mode.

    Tell the Band to Go Home - November 16, 2014 - part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2015 30:24


    Tonight marks the return of Barney Bentall & The Grand Cariboo Opry, and that’s a great reason to celebrate. We’ve even got an interview with Barney to tell us all about the magic. Plus, there are more great upcoming shows, and we’re slowly and carefully easing into holiday music mode.

    Tell the Band to Go Home - November 16, 2014 - part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2015 57:24


    Tonight marks the return of Barney Bentall & The Grand Cariboo Opry, and that’s a great reason to celebrate. We’ve even got an interview with Barney to tell us all about the magic. Plus, there are more great upcoming shows, and we’re slowly and carefully easing into holiday music mode.

    Steel Belted Free Range Radio - Nov. 13, 2014 - part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2015 26:15


    We were supposed to talk to Buck 65 on tonight’s show, but we’re still waiting for his call. Good thing we’ve got plenty else to do as we preview MORE amazing upcoming shows!

    Steel Belted Free Range Radio - Nov. 13, 2014 - part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2015 36:34


    We were supposed to talk to Buck 65 on tonight’s show, but we’re still waiting for his call. Good thing we’ve got plenty else to do as we preview MORE amazing upcoming shows!

    Tell the Band to Go Home - November 9, 2014 - part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2015 47:17


    It appears as if the last big wave of new music this year has hit us, and it carried along some real gems, so a necessary exploration of the contents kicks us off. It’s another crazy busy week for shows in Winnipeg, so plenty of goodness to preview as well.

    Tell the Band to Go Home - November 9, 2014 - part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2015 66:41


    It appears as if the last big wave of new music this year has hit us, and it carried along some real gems, so a necessary exploration of the contents kicks us off. It’s another crazy busy week for shows in Winnipeg, so plenty of goodness to preview as well.

    Steel Belted Free Range Radio - Nov. 6, 2014 - part 2 (Oh Susanna)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2015 64:44


    November is the month of non-stop live shows in Winnipeg, so we’ve got a bunch more to preview this week! Get on out there and enjoy some of the best live music in the world as it’s passing through our city! One of the most exciting is the return of Oh Susanna and her Namedropper collaborator Jim Bryson! A chat with Suzie, tonight.

    Steel Belted Free Range Radio - Nov. 6, 2014 - part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2015 18:27


    November is the month of non-stop live shows in Winnipeg, so we’ve got a bunch more to preview this week! Get on out there and enjoy some of the best live music in the world as it’s passing through our city! One of the most exciting is the return of Oh Susanna and her Namedropper collaborator Jim Bryson! A chat with Suzie, tonight.

    Tell the Band to Go Home - November 2, 2014 - part 3 (Steph Cameron)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2015 24:56


    Today, a heap of great new music, and then we jump forward and back in time, as we preview some more exciting upcoming shows, including Namedropper featuring Oh Susanna, Jim Bryson, and Keri Latimer, and then jump back to Thursday, when an exciting upcoming young performer named Steph Cameron stopped in town and dropped by the studio to chat and sing some songs!

    Tell the Band to Go Home - November 2, 2014 - part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2015 36:46


    Today, a heap of great new music, and then we jump forward and back in time, as we preview some more exciting upcoming shows, including Namedropper featuring Oh Susanna, Jim Bryson, and Keri Latimer, and then jump back to Thursday, when an exciting upcoming young performer named Steph Cameron stopped in town and dropped by the studio to chat and sing some songs!

    Tell the Band to Go Home - November 2, 2014 - part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2015 53:55


    Today, a heap of great new music, and then we jump forward and back in time, as we preview some more exciting upcoming shows, including Namedropper featuring Oh Susanna, Jim Bryson, and Keri Latimer, and then jump back to Thursday, when an exciting upcoming young performer named Steph Cameron stopped in town and dropped by the studio to chat and sing some songs!

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