EPISODE · Sep 16, 2025 · 35 MIN
History in Five Songs Episode 325: The Cult of Randy Bachman
from History in Five Songs with Martin Popoff · host Pantheon Media
In Episode 325 of History in Five Songs with Martin Popoff, Martin explores how Randy Bachman’s relentless pursuit of hit songs shaped BTO, Trooper, Prism, and beyond, sparking a uniquely Canadian glam-infused rock movement that left both successes and curiosities in its wake. Trooper – “Live from the Moon” 0:28 – 0:58 Prism – “Virginia” 0:30 – 0:59 Union – “Mainstreet U.S.A.” 0:12 – 0:42 Loverboy – “Jump” 0:18 – 0:48 Bachman-Turner Overdrive – “Can We All Come Together” 0:00– 0:30 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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In Episode 325 of History in Five Songs with Martin Popoff, Martin explores how Randy Bachman’s relentless pursuit of hit songs shaped BTO, Trooper, Prism, and beyond, sparking a uniquely Canadian glam-infused rock movement that left both successes and curiosities in its wake. Trooper – “Live from the Moon” 0:28 – 0:58 Prism – “Virginia” 0:30 – 0:59 Union – “Mainstreet U.S.A.” 0:12 – 0:42 Loverboy – “Jump” 0:18 – 0:48 Bachman-Turner Overdrive – “Can We All Come Together” 0:00– 0:30 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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