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Music Milestones YYZ

Scot Turner / Ivar Hamilton
CFNY
Toronto
Rush
Ontario Place
Cfny/edge
2112
The Tragically Hip
Spirit Of Radio
Live Events and Promotions In Toronto
Copps Coliseum
Nirvana
John Lydon
Toronto, Canada
Peter Gabriel
Ongoing History Of New Music
The Rolling Stones
MAPLE LEAF GARDENS
Hockey
The Smiths
The Queen Is Dead

Toronto has always been more than a city—it’s a soundtrack. On this show, Scot Turner and Ivar Hamilton, come together to tell the stories behind the city’s soundtrack. From legendary concerts at Massey Hall and Maple Leaf Gardens to the rise of Queen Street West, MuchMusic, CFNY, and the clubs that shaped generations—this podcast dives deep into the people, places, and sounds that made Toronto a ... more

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The Tragically Hip' Live July 22 - August 20th Live & replay of the legendary show on The CBC. 40 Years since the release of Paul Simon 'Graceland' and 35 years ago Nirvana 'Smells Like Teen Spirit' is delivered to radio + many more Music Milestones!... more

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RUSH in Toronto part 2 with special guest Ray Warzyniak, The first Police Picnic turns 45, The Tragically Hip - A National Celebration 10th anniversary and many more Music MIlestones.

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Four hometown shows for Rush! Who's Next and The Modern Lovers at 50. The Spoons 1st interview at CFNY, Casby's at Kingswood, XTC Dear God controversy, Is The Rolling Stones "Start Me Up" in too many presentations? The Commitments in 91, Farewell to ... more

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Popular lyric misconceptions, Manfred Mann's "Blinded By The Light" vs. Springsteen. The Beatles - Revolver at 60, OMD Souvenir, Ramones final concert, CFNY is hiring (in '76), Elton skips Toronto, The Spirit of Radio CFNY doc is "Rush-ified" and o... more

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Recent Guests

Ray Warzyniak
Rush historian and archivist
Rush historian/archivist
Episode: Rush part 2, The first Police Picnic 45 years ago and much more!
George Andrew
House DJ at Sparkles, CFNY contributor featured in studio segment
CFNY/Sparkles
Episode: The Smiths Ontario Tour Summer 86, CFNY Doc on PBS
Liz Janik
CFNY radio figure and Streets of Ontario presenter/producer
CFNY, Streets of Ontario
Episode: THE LIZ JANIK INTERVIEW!
Nicholas Picholas
Radio host and promoter-level figure discussed in interview
Buffalo radio scene; CFNY alumnus
Episode: Nicholas Picholas
Lee Carter
Former CFNY host and Live From London presenter
CFNY / Live From London
Episode: Lee Carter former host of Live From London
Rob Johnston
Ongoing History of New Music contributor; CFNY/Edge veteran
CFNY/Edge, Ongoing History of New Music
Episode: Highly Anticipated! Guest Robbie J. talks CFNY/EDGE, HMV opening & more!
Ray Wawrzyniak
Rush archivist and lifelong fan, contributor to reissues
Rush archival community
Episode: Celebrating the 50th anniversary of Rush - 2112 with special guest Ray Wawrzyniak
Brendan Canning
Member of Broken Social Scene and composer for CFNY documentary
Broken Social Scene
Episode: Special guest Brendan Canning of Broken Social Scene
Susan Yang
Music fan and photographer highlighted on the show
Episode: MusicmilestonesYYZ- Listener's Choice Susan Yang!

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Scott Turner
Host of Music Milestones YYZ; long-time Toronto radio figure with CFNY-era involvement.
Ivar Hamilton
Co-host introducing topics and guiding discussion; veteran radio host with CFNY/Radio Toronto background.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 10 ratings
  • RPM/The Warehouse

    Scot and Ivar, I am loving the podcast! The episode regarding RPM/The Warehouse brought back memories, some related to the shows you referenced:(Hunters and Collectors, my fav Aussie band of all time!); Sex Pistols, which was part of the Molson Canadian Rocks “Blind Date” series…I worked with Molson at the time and as you mentioned, most of us on staff had no idea who was playing until they hit the stage…I remember John Lydon saying “I’ve already been paid, so I don’t care what you think” (parap... more

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    Steersy1
    Canada9 months ago

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Episodes are described as entertaining and educational, with a focus on local culture and history.
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Highly Anticipated! Guest Robbie J. talks CFNY/EDGE, HMV opening & more!
Q: What was it like working at HMV while CFNY was also active, and how did the opening of the new HMV at 333 Yonge impact the scene?
Rob discusses his time at HMV, the excitement of the 333 Yonge Street opening, the store's strong hip hop and dance music sections, and the synergy with CFNY promotions and the Edge, including special promos like Free At Last and the overall collector culture around 1980s Toronto.
Highly Anticipated! Guest Robbie J. talks CFNY/EDGE, HMV opening & more!
Q: When did you first meet Alan Cross and were you there at the beginning of the ongoing history project?
Rob explains his path to CFNY began with volunteering and answering request lines, leading to engagement with Alan Cross and involvement in the ongoing history project that started in the mid-1990s, with Rob contributing many episodes since 1993/1994 era.
Highly Anticipated! Guest Robbie J. talks CFNY/EDGE, HMV opening & more!
Q: Robbie, for those that don't know, tell everybody who you are and your connection with CFNY/Edge.
Rob Johnston describes his long career with CFNY from the late 1980s, through promotions, On Air Ops, production, and as a behind-the-scenes figure. He details his work with the station, his role in Live in Toronto, and how he interacted with Ivar and Scott over the years, including the shifts as the station moved locations and evolved into the Edge era.
Lee Carter former host of Live From London
Q: How did Live From London come about and why was it important for CFNY?
Lee explains that the concept grew out of a collaboration with David Marsden and the appeal of connecting Toronto audiences with London-based music, giving North American listeners access to a global music conversation.
Celebrating the 50th anniversary of Rush - 2112 with special guest Ray Wawrzyniak
Q: Why did Rush release a live album so soon after 2112?
The hosts discuss the rationale of striking while the iron was hot and leveraging live performances to expand the audience, drawing parallels with Kiss Alive as a business model.

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Two Toronto-centric hosts explore the city's musical history through in-depth oral histories and backstage anecdotes. Episodes weave through iconic venues, radio culture, and industry shifts—from CFNY and MuchMusic to the evolution of Queen Street West—while spotlighting archival stories, promoter perspectives, and cross-border connections. The show stands out for its city-focused nostalgia, first-hand memories from radio veterans, and a collaborative, conversational style that brings Toronto's music past into today's context for fans and industry folks alike.

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1. Ray Warzyniak
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3. Liz Janik
4. Nicholas Picholas
5. Lee Carter
6. Rob Johnston
7. Ray Wawrzyniak
8. Brendan Canning

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