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Member Since5/24/2006
Band Websitewww.tomcochrane.com
Band MembersTom Cochrane - Guitars / Vox Ken Greer - Guitars Troy Feener - Drums Jeff Jones - Bass
InfluencesBob Dylan, Leonard Cohen, Neil Young
POETS: Pablo Neruda, Arthur Rimbaud, Writers: Ben Okri, Graham Greene, Thinkers : Jeffrey Sachs, Slesinger, Edward R. Morrow
Record Labeluniversal/interscope
Type of LabelMajor


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   About Tom Cochrane

- Music forced us to take another look Pull us from despair, give us joy and hope -

Tom Cochrane is well acquainted with the transformative power of music. Songs that draw from the wellspring of human emotions have been his stock in trade for more than 30 years. From his origins as a Yorkville folkie to his heyday as a stadium rocker, the Canadian music legend has always stayed true to his belief that performers have an almost sacred responsibility to their community that cannot be taken lightly. "Music is a trust between the artist and the audience," says Cochrane. "It's something that validates the idea that there is a human spirit, a force that really can change the world. It's not to be violated by posturing or pandering to commerciality." With No Stranger, his first recording of new material in eight years, the Canadian rock legend returns with an album that is fresh and yet classically Cochrane-as heartfelt and uncompromising as anything in his career.

Self-produced and recorded at Toronto's Metalworks as well as Cochrane's own Layastone studio on Georgian Bay, No Stranger features a mix of passionate anthems and stirring ballads from an artist still clearly in his prime. Cochrane kicks things off with "The Party's Not Over," a driving rocker full of hope and faith that recalls the joyfulness of his mega-hit "Life is a Highway." The robust, inspirational "Rough and Tumble," meanwhile, pays tribute to both the courage of Canadian hockey heroes and small-town soldiers fighting overseas. There are also bluesy numbers like "Since You Left Me" and a fuzzed-out psych cover of Norman Greenbaum's 1969 gospel-rock gem "Spirit in the Sky." But the album also contains gentler moments like "Deep Breath" and "Out of My Head," which rank among the most intimate and mellifluous songs that Cochrane has ever recorded.

The album heralds a new chapter in Cochrane's acclaimed career: it's his first for Universal Music Canada, after releasing all of his previous recordings through EMI. "It was time for a change," he says simply, "and change is always good." Indeed, Cochrane sounds positively revitalized throughout the album, summoning a youthful vigor on the soaring choruses to "Glide" and "White Horse" and a fresh urgency on "Didn't Mean." But No Stranger also represents a return to familiar partnerships. After years of what Cochrane calls "estrangement," he and guitarist Ken Greer, his longtime comrade from Red Rider days, reunited to rework their studio magic. Greer's signature slide guitar sound can be heard most prominently on the first single," Didn't Mean" and "Out of My Head." "It's great to be playing with Kenny again," says Cochrane. "He understands music's cinematic potential and weaves wonderful colors that always enhance the lyrics."

In producing the new album himself, Cochrane ignored commercial considerations and eschewed polish in favor of a more stripped-down sound. "A big part of this record was deciding how much to leave raw," he says. "For one thing, we didn't AutoTune the tracks to death." The result is that his falsetto vocals on "Deep Breath" track sound fittingly fragile and honest. Asked why it took him so long to release a follow up 1998's Xray Sierra album, Cochrane says candidly, "I could've put out a record every year after that, but if they're no good and not from your heart, what's the point. Sometimes it just takes a while to get there."

No Stranger has arrived at a time when Cochrane's influence and legacy has never been greater or more apparent. His return to recording follows his 2003 induction into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame, during which younger Canadian stars like Nickelback and Sam Roberts paid tribute to him, recalling how Cochrane's hits from his Red Rider days were among the first songs they ever played. Cochrane cites Roberts, in particular, as having been a motivator for him. "Sam told me, 'Man, you've gotta make another record.' When I told him that I had a pretty rich back catalogue and was just having fun playing 30 to 40 shows a year, he said, 'No, you've got to do something new. That really helped fuel my batteries." Most recently, country boy band Rascal Flatts proved the timelessness of Cochrane's music, when it covered "Life is a Highway," his international hit from 1992, for the Disney animated movie Cars.

Just as "Life is a Highway" was inspired by Cochrane's fact finding mission to West Africa for the famine relief organization World Vision," No Stranger's "Rough and Tumble" was partly drawn from Cochrane's experience visiting Canadian troops in Afghanistan in 2004. "It touches on the bravery of a young guy like Cpl. Brendan Murphy, who really gave himself to the idea of peacekeeping," says Cochrane. "Sadly, he was blown up by a suicide bomber, a few months after our visit. But he's a very inspirational character to me, because of the role he played and that the Canadian forces continue to play."

Cochrane remains committed to humanitarian work. Along with his extensive efforts on behalf of World Vision, he has been a key player in the Make Poverty History Campaign, WSPA (World Society for the Protection of Animals) and is the honorary chairperson for the Parkinson Society. For Cochrane, those charitable roles are as essential for him as writing and performing life-affirming songs like "White Horse" and "The Party's Not Over." "It's all about people having a decent life, freedom of speech and tolerance," he says. "Those things are central to me." Just like his unwavering belief in the redemptive power of rock and roll.

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Kimberly R Walker

Kimberly Walker



Nov 19 2009 11:03 PM


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As Thanksgiving Day rolls around,
It brings up some facts, quite profound.
We may think that we're poor,
Feel like bums, insecure,
But in truth, our riches astound.


We have friends and family we love;
We have guidance from heaven above.
We have so much more
Than they sell in a store,
We're wealthy, when push comes to shove.


So add up your blessings, I say;
Make Thanksgiving last more than a day.
Enjoy what you've got;
Realize it's a lot,
And you'll make all your cares go away.
Tatyana Sherman

Tatyana Sherman



Nov 18 2009 4:00 PM


As always ...

Good luck to you!

Have a productive and creative week ...

Life-Music-Love
Gorden James

Gorden  James



Nov 18 2009 4:00 PM

Tom,
It was a pleasure meeting you on your " Songs of a circling spirit" tour in Kelowna.
It is one of the best albums of all time by any artist!! I have had to buy several copies of it as when I lend it out I never get it back!!
Keep rockin...
gorden james
 

Tatyana Sherman

Tatyana Sherman



Nov 13 2009 3:58 PM

Have a Great Halloween Weekend!!!!

Good mood to all!

Life-Music-Love
G-MA HARLEY

G-MA HARLEY



Nov 13 2009 3:57 PM

THANKS! CHECK OUT MY PROFILE SONG..........
SOUND COLLISION~Canada

SOUND COLLISION~Canada



Nov 13 2009 3:56 PM

Hi Tom !!!

Hope you had a great halloween!!GREAT TO BE PART OF YOUR SPACE!!!!!THANKS FOR ALL THE MUSIC!!
In our myspace videos,check out our Halloween video we just released from our sold out show Sat. Oct. 31
with costume mix at the end, they where all there Ace Frehley, Freddie Mercurey Peter Criss, Rob Zombie and more!!!!!

and if you have not seen our video from the Sammy Hagar Birthday Bash check it out, or if you have i think its worth a second veiw!!!!

ALL THE BEST and Have a great FRIDAY AND WEEKEND!!
your friend JIMMY for SOUND COLLISION~Vancouver~Canada

Paul Stride

Paul Stride



Nov 10 2009 8:03 AM

Thanks!  Much peace and respect!  Paul Stride.
doyi

doyi cet



Oct 30 2009 5:55 AM

Hi There Tom Cochrane
Your music is great. So you are. Thats why I am big fan of yours Tom Cochrane. Keep up the good work. I am proud being your fan.
D
Greg Harper

Greg Harper



Oct 30 2009 5:55 AM

Look forward to getting a copy of the new album soon.
Still love...Songs of a Circling Spirit though!
Regards...
Greg Harper
Daryl Friesen

Daryl Friesen



Oct 25 2009 8:57 PM

Hey Tom,

You will always be Canada's best songwriter!

Daryl
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Hannah Speirs

Hannah Speirs



Oct 21 2009 2:24 AM




Hey Tom,



I just finished an EP and would love your feedback !





Could you take a moment and let me know what you think ?




Thanks so much !





HS:
Julie

Julie Anderson



Oct 19 2009 7:21 PM

I like your style, your music rocks! :D
Greg Frank

Greg Frank



Oct 19 2009 7:21 PM

Good Page and Thanks for the add




Miriam Sielicka

Miriam Sielicka



Oct 11 2009 1:28 AM

Toronto 1o. 1o. 2oo9

 Last week, I downloaded a few short movies to You Tube. 

The first movie is about  IRENA SENDLER  -  " That Night" 


The second...  words by JPII, music composed by myself " Image and likeness" 


our best wishes   to you and your families,

Miriam with family.




 

~Mel~

~Mel~



Oct 9 2009 2:32 PM

Tom just stopping by to wish you and your family a very Happy Thanksgiving! 
Peace!
~Mel~
mike

mike townsend



Oct 7 2009 10:56 PM

tom cochrane fans should watch this video!! it rocks out to tom! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MQ346TvYdtE
donna_mair

Donna Mair



Oct 3 2009 2:01 PM

we wantssss more ssssongssss pleasssse   seriously, i'm on twitter now too and every monday is 'music monday' where people reccommend musicians and bands for others to check out. i tell people about Tom Cochrane's music and point them here to listen - they love your tunes - but if u put up 2 or 3 more - they'd get a better feel for your huge amazing collection of tunes.
ThatGirl61

ThatGirl61



Oct 1 2009 3:31 PM

Looking forward to your gig @ Sanderson Centre, Brantford.....I hear it's an "acoustic set"...is this true?
MG

MG



Sep 29 2009 7:03 PM

Thanks for the add !
Deep Blue C

Corie Brand



Sep 27 2009 12:30 PM

It was a pleasure to meet you! Great show at the Rock Riot in Edmonton. Corie





Mary-Anne

Mary-Anne Vegh



Sep 27 2009 12:30 PM

Congratulations Tommy!!! I am so proud and appreciate all you have done for Canada and our music industry!!!!:) You deffinately deserve it!!!!  Big hello to you and your family; hope all is well and say hi to Jonesy and Kenny for me :0) 
Hunchback

Hunchback



Sep 27 2009 12:29 PM

Thank you for this great music
SOUND COLLISION~Canada

SOUND COLLISION~Canada



Sep 16 2009 1:32 PM

Hi TOM!! We thought the biggest gig we could everplay was when we where an opening act at CRABFEST 2008...but this one is up there!!we just played the NHL  Pre-season opener "STANLEY CUP PARTY" Check out our video of the event, Vancouver Canucks won 2-1 over the NY Islanders!!!! All the best Jimmy For SOUND COLLISION~Vancouver~Canada!!!
Tatyana Sherman

Tatyana Sherman



Sep 15 2009 9:41 PM

I wish you a creative and productive week!

All the best for you!

Good mood!

Life-Music-Love
Jennifer

Jennifer



Sep 15 2009 12:37 PM

Congrats Tom on your star on the walk of fame!  Your speech was amazing, the ending was both heartbreaking and heartwarming, to know you got to experience something I've only heard about all the time (Terry Fox).
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