Classic Canadian Rock
Evan | Canada | 05/06/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)
"The Stampeders were always an underrated band that never got their due. Though some they judge the solely on their slightly dated sole American hit "Sweet City Woman," The Stampeders are much more than this. They were a darn good rock group who were monstrous in Canada, capable of hard rock (Devil You), ballads (Carry Me), and even serious statements (The Came The White Man), without ever sounding cheesy or corny, besides the bubblegum pop of "Monday Morning Choo Choo", whos name says it all ;). So if you think this album is 22 old rehashes of SCW, you are sadly mistaken. If you do make the leap for a purchase, you will find they were a tight rock outfit who were much better than that. I now intend on getting the full albums. Goodbye."
Only in Canada?
Tony James | Canadarocks | 12/20/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Because of the Canadian content rules governing radio stations, this group from Calgary Alberta thrived. The Stampeders first songs were tinged with a tiny bit of country flavour (taking their name from Calgary's famous stampede may have been why). "Carry me" and "Sweet City Woman" led to the fast paced "Devil You". There were great guitar rockers such as "Wild Eyes, Johnny Lightning" and "Running Wild". There were songs that you would couple roller skate to at the local arena such as "Oh my Lady" and "Minstrel Gypsy". I firmly believe that we in Canada had the best of all worlds with the British, U.S. and our own unique Canadian sounds. It was always hard especially in pre internet days for north of the border bands to be heard elsewhere. If you ever get a chance to sample and discover The Stampeders I think you'll like what you hear. Lets get some samples on here for starters."
Track Listings (22) - Disc #1