Here’s to the folks out there that don’t need a political party or ideology to tell them what to do or think, but instead employ the use of common sense and decency.
“Saskatchewan in 1881” is not a historical account. It’s meant to be a little bit of prairie humour set to doc watson-ish progression. Stop yelling at me about canola.
I won’t get too heated about Garth brooks but I will say the city of Regina is blatantly fucking over Folk Fest this year by having him play during the same weekend. Pretty damn disrespectful.
I’m sure I am not the first to say this but, some of you folks are kinda loose with your Johnny Cash comparisons. Go back and listen before making those please.
A few words about W.B. Walker. This man was playing my music when nobody outside of SK had any idea who I was. The man could care less about trends, or popularity, or anything other than the quality of the stories and sounds coming out of the speakers....
Song titles inspired by East Nashville:
-"Shut up and drink your shitty IPA"
-"I don't know what sign I am. Please stop asking"
-"Excuse me sir, your stetson's on backwards"
- "Keep your vape pen to yourself"
I got a whole book full of these.
Hey Calgary airport, as long as you guys are under construction let’s go ahead and get rid of the A&W in there. Support Canadian ranchers. Eat Canadian beef!
The brewery sessions were made 4 years ago. A lot has changed since then. If you come to one of my shows expecting a carbon copy of those performances you will most definitely be disappointed.
I know every single one of you bastards that have been talking over
@kacyandclayton
’s opening set. You have committed a mortal sin and may God have mercy on your greasy souls.
Deadwood was the most well written show I’ve ever seen on television. The fact that HBO cancelled it all those years ago still infuriates me. That being said, watching that movie trailer turned me into an excited little kid for all 56 seconds.
I have no idea why these journalists have decided to say other wise but I feel like it’s important to let you folks know that 99% of the acoustic work is coming from that old Martin I carry around. Just getting the facts straight here.
The
@oldsoulradio
is being taken down because of some legality bullshit that you’d likely have to be a Nashville suit or a Philadelphia lawyer to truly explain in detail. And I’m here to tell ya, it’s a damn shame.
Got this news today while tagging a couple new calves. Deadwood was and still is my favourite show/series I’ve ever watched. The writing was always so brilliant, as was the acting. I…
Meet
@ColterWall
– Canadian country boy and self-proclaimed history nerd with a voice you can’t forget. Learn more about Wall and the stories behind his latest album, Songs of the Plains.
His intention was never to make money or a name for himself off
@oldsoulradio
. Simply to expose listeners to what he felt was honest country music. He is by far, one of the kindest and most genuine folks I’ve come to know in my short time on earth.
For those asking about making a donation to Sandy, here is the link to his gofundme page.
Thank you all for your generosity and kindness in supporting this young man.
-CW
I've loved living in KY and TN for the past couple years, but I feel like I need some time back home to re-establish my Canadian accent. Additionally, I miss being in cow country.
Headed back home for some much needed time off. The next stage I clamber onto will be that of Swift Current’s very own Frontier day’s. There’s a certain pride that comes with playing your home town rodeo, that’s how…
Last night I saw
@willandhismusic
emerge from the wilds of Montana with at least six hot dogs. He refused to tell me where he found them. I ate two and asked no further questions.
Twitter feather ruffling and hilarious Garth videos aside, I hope everyone has a good time regardless of what show they attend. I also hope to see a little more foresight with regards to double booking events in the future.
Also for fans of Deadwood, I wrote a song about old James Butler Hickok not too long ago. The melody here is derived from an old Texas cowboy song called “Sam Bass.”
NEW MUSIC! Excited to announce the upcoming release of two new songs in the form of a 7” record. I’ve wanted to put out a 45 for a while now and come September 27th these little guys will be available on…
Hey folks. If you're looking for lyrics to any of my tunes, don't trust the ones posted online. They're about 60% correct at best. That's why we put lyric sheets inside the records.
I discovered Dr. John some time ago as the result of a Professor Longhair rabbit hole I dived into. Truly, one of the finer musicians of our time. RIP Doc. You’ll be greatly missed.
The response to the new singles has the fellas and I grinning out here on the road! Thanks to everyone for listening and for all your kind words. We have one more show tomorrow night in New Orleans with our bud…
To those few STILL inquiring about the kick drum. I quit using that thing three years ago, poured it full of gas, and set it on fire. It will not be making a reappearance.
Selling tickets for “Live in front of Nobody.” A behind the scenes look at a live studio session featuring myself and the band. Show airs March 11th.
Tickets are available at
For Episode 77 we were lucky enough to chat with one of country musics fastest rising stars and Saskatchewan's own,
@colterwall
.
Listen now at
#COWBOYSHIT
Proud to announce that the first single from my forthcoming LP just dropped today! A little rendition of a tune by the yodelling Alberta Cowpunch, Wilf Carter. Just in time for Stampede!
“Songs of The Plains” is a unapologetically Western record. As a westerner, I’m proud to say that. These are a handful of beautiful western albums that influenced and inspired a lot of…
For those of you who’ve been saying that Canadians don’t use the term “plains,” go and listen to any number of Stompin’ Tom tunes including “Tribute to Wilf Carter” then get back to me.
For those who’ve been asking, yes that’s Mickey Raphael playing harp and Lloyd Green on Steel on the new record. Chris Powell and my buddy Jason Simpson return as the rhythm section and Dave plays 2nd acoustic on the last track. Very lucky to have these fellas lend their talents.
Put her in a snow bank today. The boys are all fine and we eventually made it out. Sadly our show in Grand Junction is postponed till further notice due to the storm and avalanches here…
Missing home a little extra today. As we travel across Europe, I can’t help but reflect on how much my music has shifted and grown over the years and it all comes back to home. This…
Tour hack: no one on the airplane will bother you if you’re listening to Lightnin’ Hopkins and looking completely deranged. This rule applies to most all public places.
Couldn’t think of a better way to ring in 2019! Thanks Mr. and Mrs. Berglund for the extra hands and my Beth for taking these great shots. Happy new year from CW Cattle Co.
One of the best commentaries on Nashville I've ever heard was from my good buddy Justin Payne, a Boone county WV coal miner. He said " Everyone east of the Cumberland is trying too hard and everyone west of it ain't trying at all."
What a surreal and inspirational week at
@Westernfolklife
in Elko. Got to see heroes and legends, meet new buddies and old ones, swapped songs with
@corblund
and the great Ian Tyson.
I wrote a little song for this indie movie that some friends of mine made. Keeping good company on the soundtrack along side
@charleycrockett
@summertimesten
and more! You can…
@PaulDechene
You try putting “rape seed” in a song and see how it turns out. Additionally, the area that would become Saskatchewan initially was settled in the early 1880’s, but I’m sure you already knew that from ole Wikipedia.
Two great songs written by two fellas I’ve got a lot of respect and admiration for, as songwriters and as cowboys. I’m glad to say I’ve met Mike and Ian and consider them teachers in this strange craft of story…