I remember first hearing the "Stan Tapes" that a local public radio station recorded when he came to a Hollywood venue who's name escapes me, but who's legendary in L.A. I believe it was in the late 70's. That was my first introduction to his music, late one night, with headphones on, just tunning around the dial and running into THAT VOICE. I don't see the slightest resemblence between Lightfoot and Stan, other than the fact they're both amazing songwriters. That voice and his songwriting ability could have done so much more.
quote:Originally posted by Cathy:
I love Stan's voice, especially on his slow ballads, but to my ears, it doesn't sound at all like Gord's. Stan's voice has more of a Celtic sound to it.
If you look on Stan's site, he mentions Gord as being a big influence on his musical style.
I think, had Stan not died at an early age, he would have been a Canadian folk icon and would have had a career comparible to Gord's. But because of his early exit, a lot of people have not heard of him, which in itself is the real tragedy.
Cathy http://www.cathycowette.com