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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
The Mike Smyth ShowHells Angels in Vancouver, & Randy Bachman pays tribute to Brian Wilson!Should BC approve an oil pipeline from Alberta? Premier Danielle Smith says yes!
Thousands of Hells Angels are descending upon Vancouver to honour the passing of one of their original members.
Rock 'n' roll legend Randy Bachman comes on to share stories about the recent passing of his close friend and Beach Boys co-founder Brian Wilson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-06-1334 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 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 min
Professor 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...2025-05-1432 min;Resize=(3000).jpg)
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
Classic RockumentaryRandy BachmanGregg talks with Randy Bachman2024-12-0512 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
Weekends with Ben O’Hara-ByrneRandy Bachman on 50 years since Not Fragile and returning to the PNEWhy Canada’s housing market hit the brakes in July (1:53)Guest: Karen Yolevski, COO, Royal LePageRandy Bachman on 50 years since Not Fragile and returning to the PNE (15:16)Guest: Randy Bachman, musician, lead vocals and lead guitarist of Bachman-Turner OverdriveDisney argues wrongful death suit should be tossed because plaintiff signed up for a Disney+ trial (31:58)Guest: David Horton, a law professor at University of California, Davis'Disgusted' immigration minister looking into revoking citizenship of Toronto terror suspect (47:42)Guest: Andrew Griffith, former director at Immigration an...2024-08-161h 41
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
Was I In A Cult?Mormonism w/ Tal Bachman: “He’s So Hiiiiigh… On Doctrine"In the electrifying world of rock ’n roll, Canadian Tal Bachman, son of legendary Randy Bachman from Bachman Turner Overdrive, seemed destined for stardom. Yet, his path was anything but straightforward. For Tal, it was a constant dance between the chords of fame and the doctrines of his devout Mormon upbringing. And as the spotlight beckoned, Tal found himself at a crossroads, as the requirements for stardom clashed with rules of his religion. What led him to step away from the stage? And once he finally breaks free from the cult, does he find his way back?
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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 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...2024-02-1531 min
The Jeremiah 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...2024-02-0958 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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If you would like to support the show, we do have partner opportunities available. Please email Toronto Mike at mike@torontomike.com2023-12-141h 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
Behind The Song: Classic Rock ChroniclesHow Bachman Turner Overdrive’s inside joke became a hit songBy the time Bachman Turner Overdrive were ready to record their third album, Not Fragile, Randy Bachman had sent demo tapes to almost two dozen record labels, all met with rejection letters. Finally, a twist of fate led to inking a contract with Mercury Records…but they were told they were one song short of “that magic element” the label thought they needed for the album. In this episode of the Behind The Song podcast, find out how “You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet” was begrudgingly added to the track listing and became a number one smash for B.T.O. even th...2023-09-2008 min
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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What the Riff?!?1974 - 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 min
Life of Brian...Mannix that is.LIFE OF BRIAN...Mannix that is Episode 7 Brian Cadd plus Randy and Tal BachmanBrian, meet Brian. Cadd and Mannix are Gold Coast neighbours these days so they are up for a good old chat over the penthouse balcony about a new live album from Caddie's past. What happens on the gig certainly doesn't stay there with this pair. From Guess Who to Bachman Turner Overdrive, Randy Bachman has produced classic hits like American Woman and Takin' Care of Business and a very talented son Tal. Bachman and Bachman talk about their music, life and much more in part one of their chat with Kevin. Thanks to Murcotts Driving Ex...2023-04-041h 12Professor 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 minProfessor of RockInterview: Randy Bachman on How “You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet” Became an Accidental #1 HitComing up… an interview with an absolute legend … Randy Bachman who made up a big part of two bands in the 60s and 70s… The Guess Who and Bachman Turner Overdrive or BTO... He’s written or co written some of the greatest classic rock standards ever as one of the only artists with a #1 hit with 2 different bands… The only other person to do that… Paul McCartney…Next He tells the story of recording a song as a total joke….. He wrote and recorded a #1 70s rocker to play a practical joke on his brother… But when a label executive didn’t...2022-12-1920 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 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 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