A very special literary romp to round off the year! This "bookish" episode features the well-read, candid, and occasionally irreverent members of "Buckner's Bookies", a ladies-only book club that meets every few weeks around a dinner table, to talk books, culture, food, politics, and—of course—trashy TV.

Sex, drugs, rock n' roll, hostages, immigration, crime, New York in the 70s, Saga Boys, opera, and accordions. Mix all that with some southern gothic blues, and you have yourself a rollicking-yet-thoughtful exploration into six hand-picked, music-themed books that will make you "Hot for Teacher", or perhaps dreaming of becoming a "Paperback Writer". Or, you might just find yourself craving some Buddy Holly or Lisa Loeb-style reading glasses to round off your festive holiday outfit.

The Books:
Scar Tissue (Anthony Kiedis) - reviewed by Dianne Buckner
Accordion Crimes (Annie Proulx) - reviewed by Tracie Tighe
Just Kids (Patti Smith) - reviewed by Gaelyne Leslie
Saga Boy (Antonio Michael Downing) - reviewed by Sue Burkhardt
Bel Canto (Ann Patchett) - reviewed by Helen Dewar
Don’t Tell Anybody The Secrets I Told You: A Memoir (Lucinda Williams) - reviewed by Jane Gowan

Notes from Our Friends:
Headlong Hearts
Crawford Street Skin Care (use the code "MUSICBUDDY" to get 20% off your first order!)
Guest appearance by Dave Ullrich of Zunior.com

Music in this episode:

"Higher Ground" - The Red Hot Chili Peppers (Greatest Hits, 2003)

"Crush Some Egg Nogs " - Annelise Noronha (Christmas in the County, 2018)

"Heaven on Earth" - Dave Clark & Friends (Single, 2024; all proceeds to the Red Cross - purchase here)

"Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 27 No. 2 "Moonlight": 1. Adagio sostenuto" - performed by Vladimir Ashkenazy (1983)

"Get Right!" - John Orpheus (Get Right!, 2024)

"I Like Christmas" - The Violet Archers (I Like Christmas, 2024)

"Metal Firecracker" - Lucinda Williams (Car Wheels On a Gravel Road, 1998)

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MUSIC BUDDY IS:
Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) ; Tim Vesely (co-producer)

The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie Kostiuk

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After spending over 20 years writing, recording and performing his unique, lush and literate style of alt country Canadiana, Juno award-winning singer-songwriter Justin Rutledge is shifting his focus, every-so-slightly. He’s not moving away from music per se, but rather, walking peacefully alongside, with his young family in tow, and a home in the country to inspire and calm his poetic spirit.

Please enjoy this conversation with one of Canada’s most treasured craftsmen of song.

More about Justin at justinrutledge.com

THE MUSIC BUDDY SESSION: "A PENNY FOR THE BAND" by Justin Rutledge
Performed by Justin Rutledge, Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely
Recorded and mixed by Tim Vesely at The Woodshed Studio, Toronto

Songs in this episode (all songs performed by Justin Rutledge, except “You and I” performed by The Violet Archers):
"Jellybean" (Islands, 2021)
"As It Was" (Single, 2023)
"Out of the Woods" (Valleyheart, 2013)
"You And I" (Sunshine At Night, 2008)
"Angry Young Man" (Something Easy, 2023)
"London" (Something Easy, 2023)
"Kapuskasing Coffee" (Valleyheart, 2013)
"Too Sober to Sleep" (No Never Alone, 2004)
"Courage (For Hugh McLennan)" (Daredevil, 2014)
"Head for the Hills" (Something Easy, 2023)

Support the show

Please help us keep the pod rocking and rolling with a donation. Any amount helps!

MUSIC BUDDY IS:
Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) ; Tim Vesely (co-producer)

The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie Kostiuk

STAY IN TOUCH
Email: jane@musicbuddy.ca
Instagram: @musicbuddypodcast
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Twitter: @janegowan
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Guitarist, singer, songwriter and producer Tim Bovaconti knew he wanted to be a musician from a very young age. When he was just a mere lad, a fateful meeting with family friend Greg Keelor (Blue Rodeo) lit a spark that fuelled his musical passion. The flame continues to burn brightly today.

Bovaconti has travelled the world as a working musician. He’s performed and recorded with artists such as Burton Cummings, Ron Sexsmith, Kim Stockwood, Jerry Leger, Julian Taylor, Andy Kim, Ray Davies, and Leonard Cohen.

A seasoned sideman, Tim also fronts his own band, and has 3 albums to his name. His 4th album is called Again, and will be released at Hugh’s Room in Toronto on Sunday, Nov 17 (See below for ticket info.).

Fresh off the bus from an extensive U.S. tour, a road-weary-but-still-energetic Tim joins host Jane Gowan at The Woodshed Studio to share some magical and memorable moments from his storied career to date.

More about Tim
timbovaconti.com
Album Release Show for Again. Get tickets here

THE MUSIC BUDDY SESSION: "GROW" by Tim Bovaconti
Performed by Tim Bovaconti, Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely
Recorded and mixed by Tim Vesely at The Woodshed Studio, Toronto

Songs in this episode (in order of appearance)
"Again" - Tim Bovaconti (Again, 2024)
"Keep Moving" - Tim Bovaconti (Again, 2024)
"More" - Tim Bovaconti (Again, 2024)
"An Elephant Insect" - Shonen Knife (Heavy Songs, 2002)
"As It Was" - Tim Bovaconti (Again, 2024)
"Prove Your Love" - Tim Bovaconti (Again, 2024)

Support the show

Please help us keep the pod rocking and rolling with a donation. Any amount helps!

MUSIC BUDDY IS:
Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) ; Tim Vesely (co-producer)

The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie Kostiuk

STAY IN TOUCH
Email: jane@musicbuddy.ca
Instagram: @musicbuddypodcast
Facebook: @musicbuddypodcast
Twitter: @janegowan
TikTok: @musicbuddypod

This podcast is brought to you by Morning Run Productions.