This week on NSTS we examine the events leading up to the unfortunate death of Nirvana singer and guitarist Kurt Cobain, considered by many to be the primary architect of a musical movement that changed the face of music in the early nineties. 

Despite Cobain’s death being ruled a suicide, there have been plenty of assertions that he may not have died by own hand. A number of peculiar and inexplicable events have given rise to conspiracy theories that Cobain was killed, all of which are laid out for consideration on this week’s show.     

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When music fans share the songs that really mean something to them and the reasons why, they’re sharing a part of themselves in doing so. And Spoons singer Gordon Deppe truly does that with us this week on No Sleep ’til Sudbury. He graciously provides the backstories for the songs that have made his skin vibrate over the course of his life, and we go pretty deep in reinforcing the idea that music provides a significant connective power. 

Talking with Gord about these songs was like talking to an old friend, and I appreciated the level of sentimentality he demonstrated. I could have gone on for several more hours, but that just means Gord gets an invite to come back with more songs anytime. Don’t miss this. 

Deppe’s playlist:         

The Verve – Lucky Man

Oasis – Don’t Look Back in Anger

Jason Wade – You Belong To Me

Procol Harum – Whiter Shade of Pale

When In Rome – The Promise

Dooley Wilson – As Time Goes By

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My pal Stephen Stanley just released an incredible live record, and he joins me to talk about it this week on NSTS. The record is called Live Static Roots, recorded in Oberhausen, Germany during his 2018 European tour. And it’s killer – check it out wherever you access your music.

In keeping with the live music theme, Stephen brings in seven live tracks that have made his skin vibrate over the course of his life. And as it always is with Stephen, the discussion is rich and rewarding. Does he get his No Sleep ’til Sudbury members club jacket promised to him during his last appearance on the show? Listen to find out!   

Stanley’s (live) playlist:

Barbra Streisand – Stoney End  

Harry Belafonte – Carnival Melody   

Rush – Working Man / Finding My Way  

The Band – Stage Fright  

The Flaming Lips – The Golden Age   

Bob Dylan – Desolation Row   

Nina Simone – Mr. Bojangles

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The great Kim Mitchell joins me this week on No Sleep ’til Sudbury for an incredibly enjoyable chat about the songs that make his skin vibrate, and his new single ‘Wishes’. Kim is easily one of Canada’s most accomplished musicians, from his days leading Max Webster through an illustrious, hit-laden solo career.

The coolest thing about Kim is that in talking with him, you’d never know it. He’s humble, funny, insightful, and very engaging, and as you’ll hear, he’s got some great stories – the one involving Eddie Van Halen is my favourite. If you like NSTS, this will likely be one of your favourite episodes.    

Mitchell’s playlist:

Van Halen – Dreams

Bonnie Raitt – I Can’t Make You Love Me 

Kacey Musgraves – Slow Burn

Arc Angels – Sent By Angels

Don Henley – Boys of Summer

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