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Who is Stompin' Tom Connors? Even in death his spirit will live on for generations.
Stompin' Tom Connors - Bud The Spud (Live 2005) .
Observe the audience, especially the children, and their love for Stompin' Tom. This is a very sad day in Canada as we mourn and celebrate the great life of a true Canadian folk hero and legend.
Stompin' Tom Connors wrote songs about more than 'podadoes'. His toe-tapping-board stompin' musical spirit and fierce patriotism centering on the Canadian culture established him as one of Canada’s strongest cultural icons. He never sold himself out and stood for everything that Canada stood for. He loved and dedicated his craft to his self described 'best country in the world'. He made it to 77 years at his death by natural causes yesterday at his home. He was born in my 'home town' of Saint John, New Brunswick and lived most of his early life in Skinners Pond, Prince Edward Island. As word spread of his death, Canucks from across the country began mourning their loss.
I loved Stompin' Tom and actually cried after learning of his death. Just 2-3 weeks ago, I sat right here entertaining myself one evening with his YouTube videos. His version of 'Mule Skinner Blues' is a hoot and if you need a laugh he delivers. (see below for the LINK).
It won't be the last time I do that, as I try to live my life in his spirit and be as true to myself as he was.
In the letter posted posthumously to his official website, Connors issued a final thank you to his fans, to whom he credited his entire career.
" I want all my fans, past, present, or future, to know that without you, there would have not been any Stompin’ Tom... It was a long hard bumpy road, but this great country kept me inspired with its beauty, character, and spirit, driving me to keep marching on and devoted to sing about its people and places that make Canada the greatest country in the world..."
My Stompin Grounds:
The musician said he hoped his work would continue to "bring a little bit of cheer" into people’s lives even after his death and called on his fans to continue to bring Canadiana to the world.
"I must now pass the torch, to all of you, to help keep the Maple Leaf flying high, and be the Patriot Canada needs now and in the future."
Check out these lyrics from his song 'The Bridge Came Tumbling Down'
which eulogized the 19 men killed in the construction of 'the Ironworkers Memorial Bridge' in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
" Now if you’re ever crossing, this mighty bridge sublime. And nineteen scarlet roses pass before your mind. Remember and be kind. 'The bridge came tumblin’ down', and nineteen men were drowned. So you could ride to the other side, of old Vancouver town. "
The Bridge Came Tumbling Down:
Here's ... Bud The Spud followed by a few more of Stompin' Tom's songs. I hope they entertain you with a good feeling. These songs represent the spirit of Stompin' Tom for all to appreciate; an enduring gift.:
Mule Skinner Blues:
Luke's Guitar (Live): This one's fun to see. Damn! I loved that man and he'll sure be missed. Thank goodness for YouTube.
There might be better videos of The Hockey Song by Stompin Tom but this version (see the 20 second mark); shows the iconic photo of 'Number Four' Bobby Orr (the greatest hockey player 'ever' ) flying through the air after scoring a huge goal for the Boston Bruins.
The Hockey Song 'LIVE':
Hockey Mom Tribute (Live 2005):
Sudbury Saturday Night .
The Canadian Lumberjack: This video will make you laugh. De Canuck lumbermon de Quebec c'est malade.
Red River Jane:
The Ketchup Song - Lyrics
The Ballad of Stompin' Tom. A sad song but of the triumph of Stompin' Tom's life.
This is the first time I saw these next two videos depicting Tom's life in Saint John, NB... 'my hometown' entitled the Saint John Blues and Reversing Falls Darling. I sure can see these songs.
Big Joe Mufferaw (Live 2005):
Moon Man Newfie
Here's a toe tappin' favourite - Gumboot Cloggeroo (Live 2005) .
Rubberhead (Live 2005).
Sasquatch Song:
Wildwood Flower:
Well there's just a little bit of this great Canadian for you. I hope you enjoyed this post.
We'll never have another like him. Stompin' Tom was a wonderful man... a real beauty.
woodbuck27
Stompin' Tom Connors - Bud The Spud (Live 2005) .
Observe the audience, especially the children, and their love for Stompin' Tom. This is a very sad day in Canada as we mourn and celebrate the great life of a true Canadian folk hero and legend.
Stompin' Tom Connors wrote songs about more than 'podadoes'. His toe-tapping-board stompin' musical spirit and fierce patriotism centering on the Canadian culture established him as one of Canada’s strongest cultural icons. He never sold himself out and stood for everything that Canada stood for. He loved and dedicated his craft to his self described 'best country in the world'. He made it to 77 years at his death by natural causes yesterday at his home. He was born in my 'home town' of Saint John, New Brunswick and lived most of his early life in Skinners Pond, Prince Edward Island. As word spread of his death, Canucks from across the country began mourning their loss.
I loved Stompin' Tom and actually cried after learning of his death. Just 2-3 weeks ago, I sat right here entertaining myself one evening with his YouTube videos. His version of 'Mule Skinner Blues' is a hoot and if you need a laugh he delivers. (see below for the LINK).
It won't be the last time I do that, as I try to live my life in his spirit and be as true to myself as he was.
In the letter posted posthumously to his official website, Connors issued a final thank you to his fans, to whom he credited his entire career.
" I want all my fans, past, present, or future, to know that without you, there would have not been any Stompin’ Tom... It was a long hard bumpy road, but this great country kept me inspired with its beauty, character, and spirit, driving me to keep marching on and devoted to sing about its people and places that make Canada the greatest country in the world..."
My Stompin Grounds:
The musician said he hoped his work would continue to "bring a little bit of cheer" into people’s lives even after his death and called on his fans to continue to bring Canadiana to the world.
"I must now pass the torch, to all of you, to help keep the Maple Leaf flying high, and be the Patriot Canada needs now and in the future."
Check out these lyrics from his song 'The Bridge Came Tumbling Down'
which eulogized the 19 men killed in the construction of 'the Ironworkers Memorial Bridge' in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
" Now if you’re ever crossing, this mighty bridge sublime. And nineteen scarlet roses pass before your mind. Remember and be kind. 'The bridge came tumblin’ down', and nineteen men were drowned. So you could ride to the other side, of old Vancouver town. "
The Bridge Came Tumbling Down:
Here's ... Bud The Spud followed by a few more of Stompin' Tom's songs. I hope they entertain you with a good feeling. These songs represent the spirit of Stompin' Tom for all to appreciate; an enduring gift.:
Mule Skinner Blues:
Luke's Guitar (Live): This one's fun to see. Damn! I loved that man and he'll sure be missed. Thank goodness for YouTube.
There might be better videos of The Hockey Song by Stompin Tom but this version (see the 20 second mark); shows the iconic photo of 'Number Four' Bobby Orr (the greatest hockey player 'ever' ) flying through the air after scoring a huge goal for the Boston Bruins.
The Hockey Song 'LIVE':
Hockey Mom Tribute (Live 2005):
Sudbury Saturday Night .
The Canadian Lumberjack: This video will make you laugh. De Canuck lumbermon de Quebec c'est malade.
Red River Jane:
The Ketchup Song - Lyrics
The Ballad of Stompin' Tom. A sad song but of the triumph of Stompin' Tom's life.
This is the first time I saw these next two videos depicting Tom's life in Saint John, NB... 'my hometown' entitled the Saint John Blues and Reversing Falls Darling. I sure can see these songs.
Big Joe Mufferaw (Live 2005):
Moon Man Newfie
Here's a toe tappin' favourite - Gumboot Cloggeroo (Live 2005) .
Rubberhead (Live 2005).
Sasquatch Song:
Wildwood Flower:
Well there's just a little bit of this great Canadian for you. I hope you enjoyed this post.
We'll never have another like him. Stompin' Tom was a wonderful man... a real beauty.
woodbuck27
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