Man, to spend most of the 80's between the great Canadian cities of Calgary and Toronto, while these great tunes were smoldering over the waves of every great FM station on the continent. Summers in the city and tunes like this created memories worth revisiting.
Despite the years, this song continues to withstand the test of time, it encapsulates that moment in time. Just close your eyes and let the song take you back in time and lived back those memories.
what a great fucking song ! one of canada's gems from the 80's..he sounds a little like a young bono from that same era !!..what a great time to be young !!in my early teens and in high school..we were all arrogant, stupid, and thought we were invincible..lol !FUCKING AWESOME !! THE GLORY DAYS OF REAL SYNTHS AND ELECTRIC PIANO AND HUGE ASS DRUM SOUNDS WITH TONS OF REVERB !! BEAUTIFUL !
it was filmed at sunnyside pavillion on lakeshore.. a few canadian musical artists from the 80's filmed music videos at sunnyside pavillion. TU-i used to cry (i posted this video on youtube). KIM MITCHELL-all we are CHALK CIRCLE-april fool
just used to abso love this when living in canada....couldn't get it here,but have now. CFNY was the best radio station always played dead cool stuff and "all request" shows too
Such an awesome song. Such an underrated band. Never got the recognition it deserved. Bought all their CDs, and still listen to their stuff regularly. This song is my favorite of theirs. When I first heard heard this song on the radio, I thought it was a new U2 song. Awesome guitar...very clean.
Another great Canadian Artist featured on the great CFNY 102.1FM during their HEYDAY(s) in the 80's. Love the passion and desire... although being somewhat uncomfortable in concerts never did see them live. Music should be shared throughout the world, where others can come to embrace all music as important. S.J. Sakamoto(Red Deer, AB Canada)
I LOVE this entire album this is from. The Great Lake is a brilliant album from start to finish. Great song writing, hooks, chords, etc. I met these guys when the played St. Mary's High School in Kitchener. Hilarious.
LOL - I think the lead singer lived in my building for awhile. I like the fact they would say they were from Newcastle, Ontario - possibly the biggest thing that ever came out of that town!!!!
@tothatextent Chris Tait is still one of my favorite male vocalists. He formed Big Faith after Chalk Circle disbanded and, although I have both albums, I didn't enjoy BF as much as Chalk Circle. And CC was great in convert too.
I'm pretty sure it is the building on the old Sunnyside fairgrounds on Toronto's lake front. It been used in many videos. That would make it Lake Ontario. But more importantly, I remember buying the album soon after its release because I thought it was an ok song and being surprised how very good the entire album was.
I agree with the questions that you raise, Ecossaise. I cannot see any connection to either U2 or 'New Year's Day'. Chalk Circle was a successful 'attempt' at a unique sound.
sacado d su debut EP: The Great Lake d 1986 Chris Tait - vocals, guitars Brad Hopkins - bass guitars Derrick Murphy - drums Tad Winklarz - keyboards, saxophone Chris Wardman - wobbly guitar, acoustic guitar on "Superman", "Me, Myself and I" Jason Sniderman - keyboard programming on "20th Century Boy" Kenny MacLean - backing vocals on "20th Century Boy"
I love this song yet "Me, Myself and I" is far better and the video is an excellent example of how to use blinds effectively. Someone please post this band's videos! I tune in here all the time hoping to find something by the kaukasische Kreidekreis. I saw the band recently at Lee's Palace and Brad still looks buff; Chris has gained a bit; Tad too; and Derrick still looks hot with that cap and diastema however I couldn't tell under the lighting if he was totally grey or just bleach-blond.
One of Canada's most under appreciated bands of the 80's. Their music still holds up today.
Man, to spend most of the 80's between the great Canadian cities of Calgary and Toronto, while these great tunes were smoldering over the waves of every great FM station on the continent. Summers in the city and tunes like this created memories worth revisiting.
Despite the years, this song continues to withstand the test of time, it encapsulates that moment in time. Just close your eyes and let the song take you back in time and lived back those memories.
They opened for CROWDED HOUSE at Canada's Wonderland! Back when Canada had powerhouse indie record labels with somewhat interesting acts.
what a great fucking song ! one of canada's gems from the 80's..he sounds a little like a young bono from that same era !!..what a great time to be young !!in my early teens and in high school..we were all arrogant, stupid, and thought we were invincible..lol !FUCKING AWESOME !! THE GLORY DAYS OF REAL SYNTHS AND ELECTRIC PIANO AND HUGE ASS DRUM SOUNDS WITH TONS OF REVERB !! BEAUTIFUL !
This takes me back to 86 / 87... ah, to be 14 again.
this was a time when canadian bands were great. Brings back memories of highschool
it was filmed at sunnyside pavillion on lakeshore..
a few canadian musical artists from the 80's filmed music videos at sunnyside pavillion.
TU-i used to cry (i posted this video on youtube).
KIM MITCHELL-all we are
CHALK CIRCLE-april fool
Proud to say I own "The Great Lake" EP on original vinyl. A fine band. Thanks for the video.
Man, this takes me back. Awesome song!
just used to abso love this when living in canada....couldn't get it here,but have now.
CFNY was the best radio station always played dead cool stuff and "all request" shows too
Such an awesome song. Such an underrated band. Never got the recognition it deserved. Bought all their CDs, and still listen to their stuff regularly. This song is my favorite of theirs. When I first heard heard this song on the radio, I thought it was a new U2 song. Awesome guitar...very clean.
thought i would never hear this again- thanks for posting- brings back memories.
Another great Canadian Artist featured on the great CFNY 102.1FM during their HEYDAY(s) in the 80's. Love the passion and desire... although being somewhat uncomfortable in concerts never did see them live. Music should be shared throughout the world, where others can come to embrace all music as important.
S.J. Sakamoto(Red Deer, AB Canada)
OMG I don't think I've heard this song since the end of the 80's. Great tune!!!
Classically Canadian... Love it! Newcastle Ontario (now Clarington) based home town boys! ... Je me souviens!
Lot of great bands came out of Toronto, in the 80's...
the whole ablum's great. I originally bought this when it was first released as a cassette and nearly wore it out on my clunky walkman.
I LOVE this entire album this is from. The Great Lake is a brilliant album from start to finish. Great song writing, hooks, chords, etc.
I met these guys when the played St. Mary's High School in Kitchener. Hilarious.
Its like Im back there .. hearing this for the first time...
This would be considered New Wave, yes?
Love this group....always sing along whenever i hear a song.....
LOL - I think the lead singer lived in my building for awhile. I like the fact they would say they were from Newcastle, Ontario - possibly the biggest thing that ever came out of that town!!!!
i take pride in knowing my 80's music but i have never heard this song or of this group but they are great
anyone from Bowmanville??? K. britton here...duke street brings back memories man! R.I.P JOHN EDMUNDSON!!! always remembered
Just saw them last night with Blue Peter-AMAZING.
great band in the 80s
agreed
uhhh canadian bands are STILL great dude!
EPIC CANADIAN.
i remember when that happened i wanted to see them both
@tothatextent Chris Tait is still one of my favorite male vocalists. He formed Big Faith after Chalk Circle disbanded and, although I have both albums, I didn't enjoy BF as much as Chalk Circle. And CC was great in convert too.
Where does this band play? I just discovered them. They are so good!
Saw them open for Rush, they were great live too
I wanted that haircut when I was 15
Great tune!!
I'm pretty sure it is the building on the old Sunnyside fairgrounds on Toronto's lake front. It been used in many videos. That would make it Lake Ontario.
But more importantly, I remember buying the album soon after its release because I thought it was an ok song and being surprised how very good the entire album was.
I agree with the questions that you raise, Ecossaise. I cannot see any connection to either U2 or 'New Year's Day'. Chalk Circle was a successful 'attempt' at a unique sound.
Great Band
Good song, funny the lead singer had a Kramer type haircut, lol
Canada's attempt at U2 ? How and why do you think that ? Was that a compliment or put down ? Please explain if you can !
@dconflict
i was there! great show - wow memories!
ya these guys were fucking great
Are you talking about the reflection off of the guitar? Instruments are really polished up for videos! That's probably what you're seeing.
speed of sound
How come Sons and Daughters isn't on UA-cam yet?
sacado d su debut EP: The Great Lake d 1986
Chris Tait - vocals, guitars
Brad Hopkins - bass guitars
Derrick Murphy - drums
Tad Winklarz - keyboards, saxophone
Chris Wardman - wobbly guitar, acoustic guitar on "Superman", "Me, Myself and I"
Jason Sniderman - keyboard programming on "20th Century Boy"
Kenny MacLean - backing vocals on "20th Century Boy"
Still April Fool's Day for 14 more minutes!
was this video done in bowmanville? kim mitchell's vid "all we are" was shot in he same place
Yes, the LP version was 5:21.
Wrong lake, Jesse. It was shot down at Lake Ontario.
Lead singer/guitarist is a total BABE!
@fjislander canadians still have it, breh. liek helo? justin bieber? avril lavigne?
I love this song yet "Me, Myself and I" is far better and the video is an excellent example of how to use blinds effectively. Someone please post this band's videos! I tune in here all the time hoping to find something by the kaukasische Kreidekreis. I saw the band recently at Lee's Palace and Brad still looks buff; Chris has gained a bit; Tad too; and Derrick still looks hot with that cap and diastema however I couldn't tell under the lighting if he was totally grey or just bleach-blond.
lyrics plz anyone??
In case you haven't noticed by now, everybody's related to somebody. Lol!
now this is good canadian music. i apologize on behalf of my country for justin bieber, and his crappy music's mainstream popularity across the world.
mo fo! dat's my friend's dad yo
Canada's attempt at U2 presents their attempt at New Year's Day.