Have Not Been the Same

The book “Have Not Been the Same: The Can-Rock Renaissance 1985–1995” was written by Canadian music journalist Ian A.D. Jack Jason, Schneider, and Michael Barclay. It chronicles the evolution of Canadian alternative music from 1985 to 1995. The Tragically Hip Sloan, Daniel Lanois, Blue Rodeo, and Nettwerk Records are just a few of the notable musicians included in the book’s chapters.

It also looks at the function of music media in that age, looking at MuchMusic, campus radio, and CBC Radio’s Brave New Waves. If you’re interested in learning more about the Canadian indie rock scene, this book captures the essence of the native music scene during a time of transformation and offers rich material gleaned from several first-person interviews.