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Pod of Thunder632 w/ Randy Makes Candy - Randy Bachman - Takin' Care of Christmas632 w/ Randy Makes Candy - Randy Bachman - Takin' Care of Christmas: Chris, Nick, and Andy are joined by YouTube confectioner Randy from Randy Makes Candy to break down the title track from the 2014 album Takin' Care of Christmas by Randy Bachman.
2025-12-081h 12
We Say Yeah!Ep. 53 - Randy Bachman interview & 1967’s “Maroc 7” single and the Jigsaw LP review w/Stuart DuffyRandy Bachman of The Guess Who and Bachman-Turner-Overdrive speaks about his love for The Shadows -and- Stuart Duffy helps us review the “Maroc 7” single and Jigsaw LP both from 1967.
2025-11-271h 04
Chaz and AJ In The MorningPod Pick: The Iconic Randy BachmanRandy Bachman from The Guess Who and Bachman Turner Overdrive was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning. He'll be at the College Street Music Hall later this month, and went through his whole career on the air today. From seeing Elvis for the first time, making the switch from violin to guitar, and how "Takin' Care of Business" took over 7 years to complete.
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2025-10-1317 minChaz and AJ In The MorningPod Pick: The Iconic Randy BachmanRandy Bachman from The Guess Who and Bachman Turner Overdrive was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning. He'll be at the College Street Music Hall later this month, and went through his whole career on the air today. From seeing Elvis for the first time, making the switch from violin to guitar, and how "Takin' Care of Business" took over 7 years to complete.
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2025-10-1317 min
Pantheon - Podcasts for Music LoversHistory in Five Songs Episode 325: The Cult of Randy BachmanIn Episode 325 of History in Five Songs with Martin Popoff, Martin explores how Randy Bachman’s relentless pursuit of hit songs shaped BTO, Trooper, Prism, and beyond, sparking a uniquely Canadian glam-infused rock movement that left both successes and curiosities in its wake.
Trooper – “Live from the Moon” 0:28 – 0:58
Prism – “Virginia” 0:30 – 0:59
Union – “Mainstreet U.S.A.” 0:12 – 0:42
Loverboy – “Jump” 0:18 – 0:48
Bachman-Turner Overdrive – “Can We All Come Together” 0:00– 0:30
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2025-09-2635 min
History in Five Songs with Martin PopoffThe Cult of Randy BachmanIn Episode 325 of History in Five Songs with Martin Popoff, Martin explores how Randy Bachman’s relentless pursuit of hit songs shaped BTO, Trooper, Prism, and beyond, sparking a uniquely Canadian glam-infused rock movement that left both successes and curiosities in its wake.
Trooper – “Live from the Moon” 0:28 – 0:58
Prism – “Virginia” 0:30 – 0:59
Union – “Mainstreet U.S.A.” 0:12 – 0:42
Loverboy – “Jump” 0:18 – 0:48
Bachman-Turner Overdrive – “Can We All Come Together” 0:00– 0:30
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2025-09-1635 min
Professor of RockFROM THE VAULT: Randy Bachman on How “You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet” Became an Accidental #1 HitOn this day in 1977, Bachman-Turner Overdrive announced their breakup, marking the end of a remarkable run by one of the most powerful rock acts of the '70s.In this classic interview, Professor of Rock sits down with legendary guitarist and songwriter Randy Bachman, the force behind not one but two iconic bands: The Guess Who and Bachman-Turner Overdrive. One of only a handful of artists to score #1 hits with two different bands (a feat matched only by Paul McCartney), Randy shares unforgettable stories from his career.He reveals how one of BTO’s biggest hits w...
2025-08-1320 min
Radio Forrest294. Randy Bachman (Bachman-Turner Overdrive / The Guess Who)Randy Bachman (Bachman-Turner Overdrive / The Guess Who) tells amazing stories about Les Paul, Chet Atkins and Eddie Van Halen. BTO is on tour in 2025 and The Guess Who will tour in 2026 according to Randy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-08-1333 min
Kyle Meredith With...Rewind: Randy Bachman & the Late Gary Brooker on Legacy, Reinvention, and the Shadows of Rock HistoryKyle Meredith sits down with two legends to talk about legacy and how you live with—and sometimes rewrite—the ghosts of greatness. The late Gary Brooker of Procol Harum spoke just before his passing about the band’s 50-year retrospective Still There’ll Be More, the timeless power of “A Whiter Shade of Pale,” and why Procol never quite fit in anyone’s box (except maybe their own). Then it’s Randy Bachman (The Guess Who, Bachman Turner Overdrive) discussing By George, his inventive reimagining of George Harrison classics, filled with rearranged melodies, sly tributes, and a surreal phone call from...
2025-06-1821 min
Arroe Collins View From The Writing InstrumentThe Day Randy Bachman Left The Guess Who Music Historian Scott G Shea Breaks It DownBack in May 1970, Randy Bachman left the Guess Who after getting into a disagreement with his bandmates. He’d been with the group in its various incarnations for 10 years and was invited to join by its founder, Chad Allan. Interestingly, at the time of Randy’s departure, Chad had already been gone for four years, leaving shortly after the arrival of Burton Cummings, and the two teamed up to form Brave Belt in 1971. That group eventually morphed into Bachman-Turner Overdrive, but, before they broke nationwide, Chad left again. In his new article for the Strange Brew, writer Scott G. Shea examine...
2025-06-1511 min
Arroe Collins: Unplugged & Totally UncutThe Day Randy Bachman Left The Guess Who Music Historian Scott G Shea Breaks It DownBack in May 1970, Randy Bachman left the Guess Who after getting into a disagreement with his bandmates. He’d been with the group in its various incarnations for 10 years and was invited to join by its founder, Chad Allan. Interestingly, at the time of Randy’s departure, Chad had already been gone for four years, leaving shortly after the arrival of Burton Cummings, and the two teamed up to form Brave Belt in 1971. That group eventually morphed into Bachman-Turner Overdrive, but, before they broke nationwide, Chad left again. In his new article for the Strange Brew, writer Scott G. Shea examine...
2025-06-1111 min
Arroe Collins Like Its Live Unplugged And Totally UncutThe Day Randy Bachman Left The Guess Who Music Historian Scott G Shea Breaks It DownBack in May 1970, Randy Bachman left the Guess Who after getting into a disagreement with his bandmates. He’d been with the group in its various incarnations for 10 years and was invited to join by its founder, Chad Allan. Interestingly, at the time of Randy’s departure, Chad had already been gone for four years, leaving shortly after the arrival of Burton Cummings, and the two teamed up to form Brave Belt in 1971. That group eventually morphed into Bachman-Turner Overdrive, but, before they broke nationwide, Chad left again. In his new article for the Strange Brew, writer Scott G. Shea e...
2025-06-1111 min
Arroe Collins Like It's LiveThe Day Randy Bachman Left The Guess Who Music Historian Scott G Shea Breaks It DownBack in May 1970, Randy Bachman left the Guess Who after getting into a disagreement with his bandmates. He’d been with the group in its various incarnations for 10 years and was invited to join by its founder, Chad Allan. Interestingly, at the time of Randy’s departure, Chad had already been gone for four years, leaving shortly after the arrival of Burton Cummings, and the two teamed up to form Brave Belt in 1971. That group eventually morphed into Bachman-Turner Overdrive, but, before they broke nationwide, Chad left again. In his new article for the Strange Brew, writer Scott G. Shea examine...
2025-06-0311 minProfessor of RockThe ’70s Hit Randy Bachman Wrote as a Joke—That Hit #1 in 22 CountriesComing up next, we're firing up the time machine and heading to an iconic year in the 70s… Can you guess it? It was the year Hank Aaron broke Babe Ruth’s home run record and Muhammad Ali stunned George Foreman in the Rumble in the Jungle. And in music, it was a pummeling, too. One song came when a future rock star Donal Fagen, hit on the wife of one of his college professors when she was pregnant. Then there’s the all-time classic Piano Man everyone sings along to, but Billy Joel was embarrassed by it; he only ma...
2025-06-0233 min
Ana pavaRandy Bachman didn’t want BTO to be “a second-rate Guess Who”For more than 60 years, Canadian rock and roll legend Randy Bachman has been takin’ care of business and working overtime. He co-founded not one but two of the most successful rock bands to come out of this country: The Guess Who and Bachman–Turner Overdrive. Randy sits down with Tom Power to look back on his incredible life in music, from leaving The Guess Who at the height of their success, to Neil Young helping him start his new band, all the way up to his new BTO single, which looks back at Winnipeg — the city that he says gave him ev...
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Q with Tom PowerRandy Bachman didn’t want BTO to be “a second-rate Guess Who”For more than 60 years, Canadian rock and roll legend Randy Bachman has been takin’ care of business and working overtime. He co-founded not one but two of the most successful rock bands to come out of this country: The Guess Who and Bachman–Turner Overdrive. Randy sits down with Tom Power to look back on his incredible life in music, from leaving The Guess Who at the height of their success, to Neil Young helping him start his new band, all the way up to his new BTO single, which looks back at Winnipeg — the city that he says gave h...
2025-05-1431 min
The Tony Parsons ShowRandy BachmanIn this conversation, Randy Bachman takes us through his musical journey—from his early days in Winnipeg to his rise as a rock icon with The Guess Who and Bachman-Turner Overdrive. He shares insights into his influences, the challenges he’s faced, including health struggles, and the evolution of his career. Bachman also reflects on the importance of family in music, the joy of performing classic hits, and the deep connection between music and memory. He opens up about his friendships, particularly with Neil Young, and the impact of his radio show Vinyl Tap. He also discusses his upcoming tour...
2025-03-1848 min
Rock & Roll High School With Pete GanbargRandy Bachman (Bachman-Turner Overdrive/The Guess Who)Randy Bachman is the co-founder of two of classic rock’s greatest bands The Guess Who and Bachman-Turner Overdrive. With over 120 platinum gold and silver album and single awards from all over the world, Randy’s songs are known everywhere by listeners old and young - songs that have sold over a combined 40 million singles and albums.Between 1969 and 1970, The Guess Who sold more records than the entire Canadian music industry combined, and Randy followed that with another string of massive hits with Bachman-Turner Overdrive, leading BTO to become the biggest-selling recor...
2025-02-271h 35
The PulseBTO Begins National Tour in Victoria & “Addressing” Burns' Haggis"Send us a text about this episode!"This episode of The Pulse Community Podcast features an in-depth interview with rock legend Randy Bachman, discussing BTO's upcoming "Back in Overdrive" tour starting in Victoria in April. Bachman shares the fascinating origin story of "Taking Care of Business," including the serendipitous appearance of a pizza-delivering pianist who contributed the iconic piano track. He reflects on Winnipeg's rich musical heritage, his collaboration with his son Tal during COVID-19, and the addition of his daughter-in-law Coco as BTO's new drummer. The episode also includes segments about contests and Brian Wi...
2025-01-2851 min
2024-12-0512 min
Behind the Vinyl PodcastBehind The Vinyl: Randy Bachman, Andy Kim & Sass JordanThis episode features Canadian legend Randy Bachman revealing the unexpected twists that led to the creation of "American Woman." Plus, hear Andy Kim share a secret about "Be My Baby" and feel the energy of Sass Jordan's "Tell Somebody." Dive into the vinyl grooves and discover the tales behind the tunes. Don't miss out!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-11-0612 min
Bo Snerdley: Everything IS GoldenEpisode 21: Randy Bachman's Musical OdysseyIn this episode of Everything IS Golden, Bo chats with legendary musician Randy Bachman discusses his storied career in music, from his time with The Guess Who to BTO's crossover success. Bachman opens up about the personal and physical challenges he's faced, including a life-threatening gallbladder condition and his commitment to a sober lifestyle. He also shares anecdotes about iconic figures in music, the importance of understanding the music business, and the emotional journey of being reunited with a prized Gretsch guitar after 48 years. With heartfelt discussions on faith, family, and the unending joy of performing, this episode is...
2024-09-1039 min
Broken Record with Rick Rubin, Malcolm Gladwell, Bruce Headlam and Justin RichmondRandy BachmanRandy Bachman is the Canadian guitarist and songwriter behind a slew of hits with the bands The Guess Who and Bachman Turner Overdrive. Although he was based far from the '60s powerhouse music scenes of Laurel Canyon and Swinging London, Bachman first made a name for himself performing across the Great White North. On today’s episode Bruce Headlam talks to Randy who dissects his hits including “American Woman” and “These Eyes.” He also explains how he became one of the great guitarists of his generation. You can hear a playlist of some of our favori...
2024-07-161h 01
LIFE.STYLE.LIVE!Randy Bachman talks summer tourRandy Bachman and Bachman-Turner Overdrive, the legendary rock band known for hits like “Taking Care Of Business” and “You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet,” will be playing at the Brown County Music Center in Nashville, IN on June 16.Fans can look forward to an exciting show filled with their classic rock favorites and energetic performances.This upcoming concert is a must-see event for rock music lovers. Randy Bachman, with his iconic guitar skills, will be joined by the talented members of Bachman-Turner Overdrive.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy No...
2024-06-0705 min
WGBB Sports Talk New YorkAuthor Howie Karpin, Musician Randy BachmanHost Bill Donohue welcomes MLB official scorer and author, Howie Karpin to discuss his new book about Sports Phone, titled “976-1313 - How Sports Phone Launched Careers and Broke New Ground.” Later, Bill talks with Canadian guitarist, singer, and songwriter Randy Bachman, founding member of Guess Who and Bachman–Turner Overdrive (BTO). Randy talks about the auctioning of a large portion of his guitars and gear coming up at Julien’s Auctions at the Hard Rock Cafe in NYC.
2024-05-2257 min
The Mike Gormley ShowRandy Bachman, BTO + The Guess WhoTHE MIKE GORMLEY SHOW - Featuring Randy Bachman - BTO & The Guess Who Mike welcomes legendary guitarist, Randy Bachman! Randy is a Canadian guitarist, singer, and songwriter. He was a founding member of the bands The Guess Who and Bachman–Turner Overdrive. Bachman recorded as a solo artist and was part of several short-lived bands such as Brave Belt, Union, and Ironhorse. Mike & Randy explore his music with a soundtrack that includes: Takin’ Care Of Business (BTO) You Ain’t Seen Nothin’ Yet (BTO) Let It Ride (BTO) Roll On Down The Highway (BTO) American Woman (The Guess Who) These Ey...
2024-05-0858 min
The Mike Gormley ShowRandy Bachman - IN OVERTIMETHE MIKE GORMLEY SHOW - Featuring Randy Bachman - BTO & The Guess Who - IN OVERTIME! Hear the story about Randy's lost and found guitar! Mike welcomes legendary guitarist, Randy Bachman! Randy is a Canadian guitarist, singer, and songwriter. He was a founding member of the bands The Guess Who and Bachman–Turner Overdrive. Bachman recorded as a solo artist and was part of several short-lived bands such as Brave Belt, Union, and Ironhorse. Mike & Randy explore his music with a soundtrack that includes: Takin’ Care Of Business (BTO) You Ain’t Seen Nothin’ Yet (BTO) Let It Ride (BTO) Rol...
2024-05-0831 min
Sonstein SessionsRandy BachmanOriginal Air Date: March 3, 2024Randy Bachman’s revival of BTO comes to The Wellmont Theater in Montclair Thursday March 7. Here’s how he wrote “American Woman”, “You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet” and “Let It Ride”.
2024-03-0314 min
The Jeremiah Show: Pop Culture, Music Icons Food GodsRandy Bachman - IN OVERTIMETHE MIKE GORMLEY SHOW - Featuring Randy Bachman - BTO & The Guess Who - IN OVERTIME! Hear the story about Randy's lost and found guitar! Mike welcomes legendary guitarist, Randy Bachman! Randy is a Canadian guitarist, singer, and songwriter. He was a founding member of the bands The Guess Who and Bachman–Turner Overdrive. Bachman recorded as a solo artist and was part of several short-lived bands such as Brave Belt, Union, and Ironhorse. Mike & Randy explore his music with a soundtrack that includes: Takin’ Care Of Business (BTO) You Ain’t Seen Nothin’ Yet (BTO) Let It Ride (BTO) Rol...
2024-02-1531 min
The Jeremiah Show: Pop Culture, Music Icons Food GodsRandy Bachman, BTO + The Guess WhoTHE MIKE GORMLEY SHOW - Featuring Randy Bachman - BTO & The Guess Who Mike welcomes legendary guitarist, Randy Bachman! Randy is a Canadian guitarist, singer, and songwriter. He was a founding member of the bands The Guess Who and Bachman–Turner Overdrive. Bachman recorded as a solo artist and was part of several short-lived bands such as Brave Belt, Union, and Ironhorse. Mike & Randy explore his music with a soundtrack that includes: Takin’ Care Of Business (BTO) You Ain’t Seen Nothin’ Yet (BTO) Let It Ride (BTO) Roll On Down The Highway (BTO) American Woman (The Guess Who) These Ey...
2024-02-0958 min
Toronto Mike'd: The Official Toronto Mike PodcastFact-Checking Randy Bachman: Toronto Mike'd #1392In this 1392nd episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with The Guess Who expert Robert Lawson about Randy Bachman's Toronto Mike'd debut.
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2023-12-141h 10Toronto Mike'd: The Official Toronto Mike PodcastRandy Bachman: Toronto Mike'd #1340In this 1340th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Randy Bachman about BTO, The Simpsons, Vinyl Tap, Tears Are Not Enough, Winnipeg, Neil Young, reuniting with his lost guitar and writing American Woman in Kitchener. Toronto Mike'd is proudly brought to you by Great Lakes Brewery, Palma Pasta, Pumpkins After Dark, Ridley Funeral Home, Electronic Products Recycling Association, Raymond James Canada and Moneris.
2023-10-081h 02
Professor of RockInterview with Randy Bachman: How "No Time" Borrowed a Riff and Became a 70s ClassicComing up… Another helping from Two of rock and roll’s greatest storytellers. Burton Cummings and Randy Bachman wrote the biggest 60s and 70s hits when they were part of the Guess Who...They had already had a couple of hits with These Eyes and Laughing when they released a monster record in the early 70s American Woman that included two #1 hits and a top 5. They were American Woman and No Sugar Tonight and No Time. Randy Bachman wrote a dear john letter to his girlfriend and decided that it might work as a song so he put one of the...
2023-08-2122 min
The Archive of B-soxRandy Bachman from Bachman–Turner OverdriveToday on the show, B-sox was joined by Randy Bachman from Bachman–Turner Overdrive to talk about their stop in Des Moines plus what's going on with BTO, song writing and more!
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2023-08-1710 min
What the Riff Next Gen1974 - January: Bachman-Turner Overdrive “II”Randy Bachman left The Guess Who in 1970 after experiencing lifestyle differences with the other band members. After exploring a number of alternatives, Bachman formed a group with his brothers Tim Bachman (guitars, vocals), and Robbie Bachman (percussion), and with Fred Turner (bass, vocals). The group took the name Bachman -Turner Overdrive, often shortened to BTO. Although their self-titled first album did not produce a single, it was regionally successful, and the band made the most of it with a heavy touring schedule.
It was their second studio album, Bachman-Turner Overdrive II, which would bring the band significant succ...
2023-06-1939 minProfessor of RockInterview with Randy Bachman & Burton Cummings: How "American Woman" and "No Sugar Tonight" Were BornComing up… Two of rock and roll’s greatest storytellers Randy Bachman and Burton Cummings formerly of the 70s band the Guess Who share the hilarious story of writing a #1 double sided hit… American Woman and No Sugar tonight. The two hits came from different experiences … One came when the Randy Bachman, who was not from the United States visited Haight Ashbury for the 1st time… He witnessed a tough guy get cut down to size by his lady… She cussed him out in front of onlookers and said a phrase that this guitarist had never heard but he turned it into a #1...
2023-06-0119 minProfessor of RockInterview: Randy Bachman & Burton Cummings on Writing “These Eyes” and Launching The Guess WhoComing up, two legends and world-class storytellers share the story of one of the biggest radio songs ever. These Eyes was the first big hit written by Randy Bachman and Burton Cummings of the Guess Who. Guitarist Randy Bachman went to pick up a girl for a date and she wasn’t ready, so he sat downstairs waiting, and there happened to be an old piano there, so he wrote this little song in a few minutes. He later took it over to the singer’s house who changed one key lyric… It put this legendary band on the map. As a c...
2023-02-0620 minProfessor of RockInterview: Randy Bachman on How a Pizza Guy Helped Make “Takin’ Care of Business” a ClassicComing up… an interview with legend Randy Bachman, a co-founding member of both Bachman Turner Overdrive (BTO) and The Guess Who on his classic rock standard Takin’ Care of Business TCB that sat unfinished for years, because The Guess Who thought it sounded too similar to the Beatles Paperback Writer... Then one day he got an idea from a random saying he heard on a radio show and the chorus was finished, but it was still missing something musically until a pizza delivery guy walked in and offered to play piano on the track which was the missing piece… When he pla...
2023-01-0721 min
False Fact FixedTal Bachman: “It Couldn’t Happen Here” – InterviewIn a recent interview, Tal Bachman, a renowned musician, shared his thoughts on various topics ranging from his love for Mexican culture to his views on government overreach during the pandemic. This article provides a summary of the key points discuss...
2022-12-1000 min
False Fact FixedTal Bachman: “It Couldn’t Happen Here” – InterviewIn a recent interview, Tal Bachman, a renowned musician, shared his thoughts on various topics ranging from his love for Mexican culture to his views on government overreach during the pandemic. This article provides a summary of the key points discussed during the interview, highlighting Bachman’s opinions on the failure of democracies, Trump’s handling of […]
2022-12-1000 minFalse Fact FixedTal Bachman: “It Couldn’t Happen Here” – InterviewIn a recent interview, Tal Bachman, a renowned musician, shared his thoughts on various topics ranging from his love for Mexican culture to his views on government overreach during the pandemic. This article provides a summary of the key points discuss...
2022-12-1000 min2022-12-1000 min2022-12-1000 minFalse Fact FixedTal Bachman: “It Couldn’t Happen Here” – InterviewIn a recent interview, Tal Bachman, a renowned musician, shared his thoughts on various topics ranging from his love for Mexican culture to his views on government overreach during the pandemic. This article provides a summary of the key points discuss...
2022-12-1000 min
Behind the Vinyl PodcastRandy Bachman, Steven Page formerly of Barenaked Ladies, Michael Sadler of SagaIn this episode, Randy Bachman explains how one of his biggest songs, 'You Ain't Seen Nothing Yet' , wasn’t really meant to be a song at all, but more of a sibling rivalry thing. 'Jane' from the Barenaked Ladies and former member, Steven Page giving his side of song’s story. Michael Sadler of Saga reminisces about the hoops he had to jump through and the dangers he put himself into to “achieve a certain sound” for the producers and the song 'On the Loose'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-10-1315 min
Gurvey's LawUp close and personal with music Legend Randy Bachman with Host Alan GurveyThis is an incredible interview with legendary musician Randy Bachman of Bachman turner Overdrive and The Guess Who! The storytelling and energy is riveting! And, the music in between commercials will put a big smile on your face! You might even want to sing along! Listen here at gurveyslaw.com, Apple Podcasts, or audioboom to stream the episode, which originally aired on August 7th on KABC Talkradio.
2022-08-0945 min
Guy Perryman InterviewsRandy Bachman - MusicianA conversation with Randy Bachman - legendary guitarist and founding member of enormously successful rock groups The Guess Who and Bachman Turner Overdrive, who was visiting Japan to be reunited with a favourite guitar which had been stolen in Canada 46 years prior. Randy talks passionately about the guitar being the only instrument you hug like a human.
2022-07-1633 min
No Nonsense with Pamela WallinThe Legacy of Randy Bachman of The Guess Who and BTOFrom international rock star with The Guess Who and BTO to a Saturday night radio institution, Randy Bachman shares his amazing career and his living legacy!
2022-05-2542 min
'60s '70s '80s - Warm, Candid, Classic, Rock Interviews with Music Legends - A BREATH OF FRESH AIRRandy Bachman, The Romantics' Mike Skill and One-Hit-Wonder Napoleon XIV aka Jerry SamuelsMeet 80's band, THE ROMANTICS guitarist, MIKE SKILL who wrote the classic 'What I Like About You' - a song that became one of the classic party anthems of our generation. Mike has a new solo album out this week. It's a tribute to the motor city of Detroit.
What a treat to catch up with 84 year old JERRY SAMUELS aka NAPOLEON XIV. Do you remember his one-hit-wonder? You certainly won't forget it after you hear this interview. 'You're Coming To Take Me Away' takes the cake for being the biggest selling novelty hit ever!
And my highly anticipated interview w...
2022-05-1252 min
The Canadian Star System with Steve PattersonRandy Bachman & Tal BachmanThis week we keep Season Two rocking and rolling along with legendary Canadian musician, radio host and storyteller, Randy Bachman!Randy regales Steve and Diana with rock star quality stories from the road, how The Guess Who got their start (hint, that wasn’t their original name!) how Vinyl Tap came to be on CBC Radio and its new, syndicated home at Corus Entertainment!Randy shines the spotlight on his son, Tal Bachman - a star in his own right, but how could we say no to double Bachmen? Tal talks about the jo...
2022-04-2147 min
Auto-BiographyE016 - Randy Bachman / Darren Wiberg - 1918 WintonTwo of my favorite story tellers together in a big ol' super golden goodie of an episode!
In advance of his stop at Bo's on May 8, Randy Bachman called to chat about the vehicles that moved him, like a Rolls Royce Silver Dawn that came from Saskatoon, and a Thunderbird he bought from Burton Cummings, in the trunk of which they stored some newly recorded music which was almost lost to time. Find out what happened to the tapes, what keeps Randy running circles around most other people, and some memories about what touring as a musician w...
2022-03-2444 min
False Fact FixedCoronavirus Conversation: An Interview with Tal BachmanIn a thought-provoking interview rebroadcasted on March 16, 2022, we delve into the world of musician and writer, Tal Bachman. Known for his intellectual depth and diverse range of interests, Bachman takes center stage in this conversation, sharing his skepticism about various facets of the COVID-19 crisis. In this article, we’ll explore Bachman’s insights and […]
2022-03-1600 minFalse Fact FixedCoronavirus Conversation: An Interview with Tal BachmanIn a thought-provoking interview rebroadcasted on March 16, 2022, we delve into the world of musician and writer, Tal Bachman. Known for his intellectual depth and diverse range of interests, Bachman takes center stage in this conversation,
2022-03-1600 minFalse Fact FixedCoronavirus Conversation: An Interview with Tal BachmanIn a thought-provoking interview rebroadcasted on March 16, 2022, we delve into the world of musician and writer, Tal Bachman. Known for his intellectual depth and diverse range of interests, Bachman takes center stage in this conversation,
2022-03-1600 minFalse Fact FixedCoronavirus Conversation: An Interview with Tal BachmanIn a thought-provoking interview rebroadcasted on March 16, 2022, we delve into the world of musician and writer, Tal Bachman. Known for his intellectual depth and diverse range of interests, Bachman takes center stage in this conversation,
2022-03-1600 minFalse Fact FixedCoronavirus Conversation: An Interview with Tal BachmanIn a thought-provoking interview rebroadcasted on March 16, 2022, we delve into the world of musician and writer, Tal Bachman. Known for his intellectual depth and diverse range of interests, Bachman takes center stage in this conversation, sharing his skepticism about various facets of the COVID-19 crisis. In this article, we’ll explore Bachman’s insights and […]
2022-03-1600 minFalse Fact FixedCoronavirus Conversation: An Interview with Tal BachmanIn a thought-provoking interview rebroadcasted on March 16, 2022, we delve into the world of musician and writer, Tal Bachman. Known for his intellectual depth and diverse range of interests, Bachman takes center stage in this conversation, sharing his skepticism about various facets of the COVID-19 crisis. In this article, we’ll explore Bachman’s insights and […]
2022-03-1600 min
Famous Lost Words704 - Randy Bachman! Crowded House! Kool & The Gang!This week: a brand-new interview with the legendary Randy Bachman, who talks about the early days of The Guess Who and BTO, as well as his complicated relationship with Burton Cummings. Randy also tells the very funny story about the time his own father called the cops on him. The amazing 7-disc “Bachman Cummings collection” is now available. We also have an entertaining 1986 chat with Neil Finn as he talks about the end of Split Enz and the creation of Crowded House. Neil, as always, is incredibly amusing and likeable And we end the episode with a band tha...
2021-11-0542 min
radio knobsRandy Bachman of Guess Who n BTO talk with Jon n Rickgreat look at the amazing life of Randy Bachman with the guess who n BTO
2021-10-2449 minBehind the Vinyl PodcastModern English, Lawrence Gowan and Randy Bachman from BTO/The Guess WhoDropping the needle in this episode of Behind The Vinyl: Robbie Grey of Modern English explains how he wrote a hit song in less than 2 minutes! Gowan shares his experiences first venture in co-writing was not only successful but educational for their song “All The Lovers In The World”. We wrap up the episode with an amazing story from Randy Bachman of BTO/The Guess Who where he talks about how a pizza delivery guy landed the gig of piano player for the song “Takin’ Care of Business”.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in
2020-09-1112 min
ReinventionEpisode 13: Randy Bachman | Musician & Songwriter (Part 2)On this week’s episode of Reinvention, we bring you part two of Arlene’s conversation with rock legend Randy Bachman. Randy shows us that with immense highs comes equally immense lows. After living like a rock star for years, he found himself depressed, divorced, broke and even contemplating suicide. He didn’t accept what many would deem their fate, though, and reinvented himself.Follow Arlene Dickinson on Twitter.Follow Randy Bachman on Twitter.
2020-09-0930 minReinventionEpisode 12: Randy Bachman | Musician & Songwriter (Part 1)Rock legend Randy Bachman catches up with Arlene on Episode 12 to discuss his meteoric rise to fame – which started at the very young age of three, upon discovering his core purpose in music. From being embarrassed of not knowing how to read music notes, to going on to sell more records in 1969-1970 than the entire Canadian music industry combined, Randy is an open book who shares valuable tips for those looking to reinvent.Follow Arlene Dickinson on Twitter.Follow Randy Bachman on Twitter.
2020-09-0444 min
Red Robinson's LegendsRandy BachmanHappy Birthday, Canada! up next in my salute to some of my favourite Canadian artists is Randy Bachman (pictured here with fellow Winnipeg legend Daryl B). Photo taken at CFUN/Vancouver by Dee Lippingwell.
Talk about a musical prodigy: Randy won a singing contest at age 3 and by 5 he was playing the violin! Randy is quoted by John Einarson in the Winnipeg Free Press: "Winnipeg in the '60s was like that movie That Thing You Do, only multiplied by a thousand. It was so exciting and alive with music." In 1962 Randy hit it big with Chad Allan and the...
2020-07-0313 min
House of CrouseRobbie Robertson, Randy Bachman And Measha BrueggergosmanThis week on The Richard Crouse Show Podcast: On this show we’ll have a look back at three musicians who have stopped by the Pop Life bar to share their stories.
Randy Bachman is a household name. He’s best known as the lead guitarist, songwriter and a founding member of the 1960s and 1970s rock bands The Guess Who and Bachman–Turner Overdrive. Bachman was also a member of Brave Belt, Union and Ironhorse, and has recorded numerous solo albums. He is also a national radio personality and was inducted into the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum in 201...
2020-01-2541 min
The Richard Crouse Show PodcastRobbie Robertson, Randy Bachman and Measha BrueggergosmanThis week on The Richard Crouse Show Podcast: On this show we’ll have a look back at three musicians who have stopped by the Pop Life bar to share their stories… Randy Bachman is a household name. He’s best known as the lead guitarist, songwriter and a founding member of the 1960s and 1970s rock bands The Guess Who and Bachman–Turner Overdrive. Bachman was also a member of Brave Belt, Union and Ironhorse, and has recorded numerous solo albums. He is also a national radio personality and was inducted into the Musicians Hall of Fame and...
2020-01-2541 min
Dave & Dave Unchained Van Halen podcastDLR GOES SOLO, EVH RUMORS FLY, "LIVE W/O A NET" ANALYSIS + RANDY BACHMAN ON VHEPISODE #45 – David Lee Roth is headed to Vegas, Eddie Van Halen is shrouded in mystery and vintage VH footage is uncovered from 1978. Well, it’s been a busy month in Van Halenland and the Daves are here to breakdown every aspect. They also go whole hog during a deep dive discussion on “Live Without a Net” - the band’s first live home video from 1986’s “5150” tour. Plus, an interview with Randy Bachman of Bachman-Turner Overdrive who served as VH’s opening act on the “5150” tour and a sack o’mailbag gets answered.Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, YouTube, iH...
2019-09-303h 51
Famous Lost WordsEp 313 - Robbie Robertson & Levon Helm from The Band, Randy Bachman from Guess Who and BTOThis week - some of the most iconic artists in Canadian music history. We have rare interviews with Robbie Robertson, Rick Danko and Levon Helm from The Band. Robbie talks about hooking up with Bob Dylan, Levon tells us about working in Canada and life AFTER The Last Waltz and Tom & Christopher discuss the long-standing feud between Robbie and Levon. Also, we have an incredible 1993 interview with Randy Bachman - talking about his days with The Guess Who, the anger that fueled him to form Bachman-Turner-Overdrive and the bad blood between he and Burton Cummings.
2019-04-1239 min
The Rock'n'Blues ExperienceRandy Bachman tells the story of BTO in "Takin care of business"If the 1960's were a whirlwind the 1970's were a hurricane as when success hit it elevated Randy Bachman and the band BTO to one of the biggest bands in the world in 4 years they released 5 albums that went gold, 18 singles including what remains Sony musics most licensed track in their history "takin' care of business" and of course "you ain't seen nothin yet".
Here then is a first hand recollection of that time from Randy Bachman .
2019-04-0442 min
Classic Rock Drops PodcastClassic Rock Drops Episode 49 RANDY BACHMANThis Episode we interview the legendary Randy Bachman of The Guess Who and Bachman-Turner Overdrive Fame. With a new documentary out March 26, we get into his deep history and his amazing career. This isn't your typical everyday questions. Any classic rock fan will enjoy Randys take on his amazing career.
2019-04-041h 09
Rock SolidRandy BachmanPat and Kyle welcome legendary guitarist and songwriter Randy Bachman to the show for a one on one interview to promote the upcoming documentary... "Bachman."
2019-04-041h 15
Rock SolidRandy BachmanPat and Kyle welcome legendary guitarist and songwriter Randy Bachman to the show for a one on one interview to promote the upcoming documentary... "Bachman."See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2019-04-041h 15
Ken Dashow's Beatles RevolutionRandy Bachman Discusses 'Bachman,' The New Documentary On His CareerRock and roll legend Randy Bachman joins the show to discuss the new documentary about his career, that features interviews with Neil Young, Alex Lifeson, Peter Frampton, Fred Turner and many others!Subscribe so you don't miss an episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2019-03-2949 min
Shannon In The Morning Big Show Daily PodcastRandy Bachman Discusses His New Documentary 'Bachman' On The Big ShowHe's known as “the architect of Canadian Rock & Roll" and you should greet him as 'sir' if you see him anywhere up near our neighbor to the north! Here in the states, Randy Bachman is celebrated as a founding member of The Guess Who and Bachman Turner Overdrive! He stopped by the big show to talk about his new documentary "Bachman" which covers his storied career. "Bachman" was released March 26th on iTunes, Prime Video, Google Play and DVD & features interviews with Neil Young, Peter Frampton & Paul Schaeffer.
2019-03-2614 min
Hill-Man Morning Show AudioBehind the Ear Moth - Randy Bachman!In this edition of Behind the Ear Moth, Randy Bachman of The Guess Who and Bachman-Turner Overdrive fame calls into the show to confirm a myth about BTO's hit song '"Taking Care of Buisness" that involves a pizza delivery guy!
2019-03-2619 min
SiriusXM EntertainmentRandy Bachman on why Burton Cummings was not featured in "Bachman" documentaryRandy Bachman shares with Debatable on SiriusXM Volume that Burton Cummings was not featured in the "Bachman" documentary because he promised to show and never did. Randy goes on to share that he hasn't spoken to Cummings in a few years.
2019-03-2600 min
SiriusXM EntertainmentRandy Bachman And Tal Bachman On Joint AlbumRandy Bachman joins SiriusXM Volume's Debatable and shares that he and his son Tal Bachman are in the works for a joint album.
2019-03-2600 min
Stuck & GunnerThe Guess Who & BTO's Randy BachmanThe legendary Randy Bachman tells us about singing Taking Care of Business to David Letterman in Las Vegas, Elvis' TCB gold chains an a lot of BIG LAUGHS!
2019-03-2509 min
The Rock'n'Blues ExperienceRandy Bachman talks about his life in music and the swinging 60'sThis month we have part 1 of a 2 part special where we talk to a Classic Rock Legend whose career has spanned 6 decades.
Randy Bachman has written and played on some of the genres most instantly recognisable songs from the Guess Who's first number one "Shakin all over" to "American Woman" before creating a brand new sound that accompanied him with Bachman Turner Overdrive on their journey to becoming one of the biggest bands of the 1970's but thats not even half the story, here then is part one where we talk about the early years from the...
2019-03-2443 min
Barstool RockersEpisode 21: Randy BachmanRandy Bachman will be playing a show locally, in our home-base of Eau Claire, WI at the Pablo Center in a few weeks and we had a chance to talk to him as part of a press junket. A brief chat with an icon of the Classic Rock world, whose latest album "By George, By Bachman" pays tribute to Beatle George Harrison.Randy gives us some insight as to his inspiration for the album and love for the Beatles, as well as a brief chat about a favorite topic of the podcast: The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
2018-12-1814 min
Barstool RockersRandy BachmanRandy Bachman will be playing a show locally, in our home-base of Eau Claire, WI at the Pablo Center in a few weeks and we had a chance to talk to him as part of a press junket. A brief chat with an icon of the Classic Rock world, whose latest album "By George, By Bachman" pays tribute to Beatle George Harrison. Randy gives us some insight as to his inspiration for the album and love for the Beatles, as well as a brief chat about a favorite topic of the podcast: The Rock & Roll Hall of...
2018-12-1814 min
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastRandy BachmanRandy Bachman of The Guess Who and Bachman-Turner Overdrive joins Bob to talk about his amazing career. He takes us all the way back to his childhood in Winnipeg where he played violin at family parties before discovering the guitar. A dynamic storyteller, Bachman shares captivating stories from his adventures on the road and in the studio including how he wrote “You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet” and the surprising piano player featured on “Takin’ Care of Business”. We end with a conversation about his spiritual connection to George Harrison and his brand new album, By George - By Bachman....
2018-08-281h 56
Songcraft: Spotlight on SongwritersEp. 90 - RANDY BACHMAN ("American Woman")PART ONE Scott and Paul reveal the winner of their latest contest. Find out who's getting an autographed copy of Steve Dorff's memoir! PART TWO - 02:39 mark Is "Stutter Rock" a thing? The guys connect some dots and dig into a surprisingly pervasive trend in music history. PART THREE - 8:05 mark Scott and Paul's origin story - including a particularly disappointing night backstage at a Guess Who reunion show PART FOUR - 12:52 mark Randy stops by Songcraft World Headquarters to talk about his new George Harrison tribute album; how The Guess Who got its name by accident; his Alex...
2018-05-291h 08
Deeper DigsRandy BachmanRock n Roll Archaeologist Christian Swain sits down with supremely talented Canadian musician Randy Bachman to discuss his new album ‘By George By Bachman.’ Bachman was a member of not one, but two legendary rock bands, the eponomys Bachman-Turner Overdrive and The Guess Who. He’s been a staple on the rock n roll scene since the mid-1960’s, and continues to regularly tour with Fred Turner, Burton Cummings and well as his own band.
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2018-05-211h 04
Things We Said Today Beatles Radio Show266: Things We Said Today #266 - Randy Bachman interview, By George By Randy review, Fest For Beatles Fans report, moreThis week on a very busy "Things We Said Today" show, Allan, Ken and Steve give their thoughts on "By George, By Randy," the recently released Randy Bachman George Harrison tribute. This show features segments of an interview Steve did with Randy Bachman. Ken discusses attending the recent Fest for Beatles Fans. And we present a roundup of the latest Beatles news. As always, we welcome your thoughts about this episode of the show or any other episode. We invite you to send your comments about this or any of our other shows to our email address thingswesaidtodayradioshow@gmail.com, j...
2018-03-211h 13
Something About the Beatles131: The Beatles and Randy Bachman, By George! Yes, he’s the guy who sang “Takin’ Care of Business” and “You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet,” but if that’s all you know about this accomplished artist, then you are missing out on a lot. Randy has penned #1 hit singles for two different recording acts; toured as an All Starr; hosted a popular radio show in his native Canada; published several books, and much, much more. Our conversation encompasses his new album, By George – By Bachman, but much more, including production tricks, Beatle secrets, touring with Ringo, Winnie the Pooh and a deeply personal...
2018-03-091h 25
Talk Is JerichoTakin' Care Of Business with Randy BachmanHe’s a music legend and fellow Winnipegger! Randy Bachman of The Guess Who and BTO fame joins TIJ to talk about his love of The Beatles, his new George Harrison tribute album, “By George By Bachman,” spending 10 months on the road with Van Halen, and joining Ringo Starr’s All-Starr Band! Randy’s also got stories about the pizza guy who plays on BTO’s famous single, “Taking Care Of Business,” the stuttering in “You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet,” and how he came up with the infamous guitar riff that is “American Woman!” You’ll find out why he left The Guess Who at th...
2018-02-281h 32
Ken Dashow's Beatles Revolution32: Randy Bachman Joins the Show!Randy Bachman of The Guess Who and Bachman-Turner Overdrive drops by for a pre-Live 'Breakfast with the Beatles' podcast. Randy has encyclopedic Beatles knowledge, and he's also generally hilarious! He and Ken talk about guitars, BTO, that chord in "A Hard Day's Night" and more!Subscribe so you don't miss an episode of 'Ken Dashow's Beatles Revolution'! And don't forget to tune in to the LIVE 'Breakfast with the Beatles' featuring Randy, "Little" Steven Van Zant and the Disciples of Soul, Mark Rivera and more THIS Sunday morning at 8 AM ET!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...
2018-02-2342 min
Fab 4 Free 4 All184-By George! Randy Bachman Talks BeatlesFab 4 Free 4 All talk with rock music legend Randy Bachman about his new album 'By George - By Bachman'.
2018-02-231h 04