Bob Wegner has spent decades making music and digging into the history behind it. A multi-instrumentalist, music historian, archivist, and writer, Bob has worked with artists including Rush and Led Zeppelin and performed with Classic Albums Live. He is also the author of Max Webster: High Class, a book that took seven years to research and write.
From his own music to his deep dive into one of Canada's most distinctive rock bands, Bob brings a mix of research, firsthand experience, and a genuine love of music history. His work with Max Webster goes far beyond the songs, uncovering the people, performances, photographs, recordings, and stories that document the band's place in Canadian rock.
In this episode:
Bob's journey as a musician and music historian
How his interest in Max Webster became a seven-year book project
Researching the people, performances, and stories behind the band
What makes Max Webster's music and career so distinctive
The challenges of documenting music history
Preserving the stories behind Canada's rock history
Topics: music, Max Webster, Canadian rock, songwriting, music history, books
Audio note: Due to an issue with the original recording, you may notice a few audio imperfections in this episode. We've restored the audio as much as possible while preserving the conversation. Thanks for your understanding.
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