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charlene · 11-12-2009, 08:33 AM

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Q&A: Gordon Lightfoot
By Jason Keller
Anyone with even a modicum of knowledge about Canadian pop culture history needs no introduction to Gordon Lightfoot. The enduring folk star is one of this country’s most valued and individual singers, proudly waving the red and white while delivering 20 albums over 40-plus years of around-the-world performing. Ahead of his long-running Massey Hall party, which gets under way Wednesday (November 18) and runs to Saturday (November 21), the local legend discusses his buddy Bob Dylan, trophy cases and the status of his facial hair.

Bob Dylan said recently you’re still one of his favourite artists. What kind of relationship do you two have?

I’ve known him for a long time, and I think he plays me on his satellite radio show. We had the same management for a time, so through the years we reconnect. We had several great parties over in Rosedale when I lived there. I haven’t seen him in a while, but nobody’s getting any younger.

You’ve won nearly every conceivable music award and national honour. You must have a trophy case at home.

They gotta give ’em to somebody. I accept graciously and move on. It’s encouraging and makes me keep perfecting the imperfections. But the stuff is spread out around the house. I would have to go looking for it.

Looking back on your discography, what do you consider the most important entry?

I like East Of Midnight (1986) because I produced that one. A lot of people think David Foster did, but he just produced one track. His being such a gigantic presence at that time, he took full credit whether he wanted to or not. It was a really good album. Check it out.

What’s the status of your facial hair these days?

I’ve got a moustache, but you can barely see it because it’s really close to the skin.

Has anyone ever proposed making a movie about your life?

A couple of documentaries, but I haven’t time for it because I’m too busy doing shows and looking after my family. If someone asked me, I’d have to think real hard. I sometimes even wonder if it’s necessary. There’s so much out there, and so many people do them. I just want to play great shows for as long as I can. I’m a performer. I was under contract to record companies for 33 years and I’ve made 20 albums. That’s not too bad an achievement, considering all the bullshit that’s gone along with it.

11-12-2009, 08:33 AM	#1
charlene Moderator Join Date: May 2000 Posts: 16,001	Interview-NOW Magazine http://www.nowtoronto.com/music/stor...content=172299 Q&A: Gordon Lightfoot By Jason Keller Anyone with even a modicum of knowledge about Canadian pop culture history needs no introduction to Gordon Lightfoot. The enduring folk star is one of this country’s most valued and individual singers, proudly waving the red and white while delivering 20 albums over 40-plus years of around-the-world performing. Ahead of his long-running Massey Hall party, which gets under way Wednesday (November 18) and runs to Saturday (November 21), the local legend discusses his buddy Bob Dylan, trophy cases and the status of his facial hair. Bob Dylan said recently you’re still one of his favourite artists. What kind of relationship do you two have? I’ve known him for a long time, and I think he plays me on his satellite radio show. We had the same management for a time, so through the years we reconnect. We had several great parties over in Rosedale when I lived there. I haven’t seen him in a while, but nobody’s getting any younger. You’ve won nearly every conceivable music award and national honour. You must have a trophy case at home. They gotta give ’em to somebody. I accept graciously and move on. It’s encouraging and makes me keep perfecting the imperfections. But the stuff is spread out around the house. I would have to go looking for it. Looking back on your discography, what do you consider the most important entry? I like East Of Midnight (1986) because I produced that one. A lot of people think David Foster did, but he just produced one track. His being such a gigantic presence at that time, he took full credit whether he wanted to or not. It was a really good album. Check it out. What’s the status of your facial hair these days? I’ve got a moustache, but you can barely see it because it’s really close to the skin. Has anyone ever proposed making a movie about your life? A couple of documentaries, but I haven’t time for it because I’m too busy doing shows and looking after my family. If someone asked me, I’d have to think real hard. I sometimes even wonder if it’s necessary. There’s so much out there, and so many people do them. I just want to play great shows for as long as I can. I’m a performer. I was under contract to record companies for 33 years and I’ve made 20 albums. That’s not too bad an achievement, considering all the bullshit that’s gone along with it.