WHAT’S NEW
2022 CCMA Nomination for the Stompin’ Tom Album!
July. 29, 2022
CCMA Awards
THIS JUST IN FROM ANTHEM ENTERTAINMENT!!:
Anthem Entertainment is proud to announce the CCMA Nomination for the Stompin’ Tom Album; Unreleased Songs From the Vault Volume 4, “Let’s Smile Again”!
CCMA Award Show takes place in Calgary on September 11 2022!
For more information check out the links below:
Celebrate the legacy of Stompin’ Tom Connors with SiriusXM Canada
Jun. 30, 2021
TORONTO – June 29, 2021
SiriusXM Canada, the country’s leading audio entertainment company is pleased to announce a takeover celebrating the rich musical legacy of Canadian icon Stompin’ Tom Connors this Thursday, July 1st on North Americana (Channel 359).
The full day takeover, which begins at 12:00 am ET, will feature a variety of celebrations honouring the legendary Canadian folk singer who passed away in 2013. The full day of programming will feature Stompin’ Tom’s iconic 1971 live recording from the Horseshoe Tavern, along with special guests and friends such as Canadian country artists Terri Clark and Tim Hicks among others, who will share their fondest Stompin’ Tom stories and memories. Tom’s son, Tom Connors Jr., will join Brian Hewson of Escarpment Sound Studio to take listeners though a track-by-track audio tour of the new album Unreleased Songs From The Vault Collection Vol. 4: Let’s Smile Again, which was released on June 25.
The 17-track album is a curated collection of songs from Tom’s vast catalogue of favourites. The collection celebrates resiliency, optimism, and geography – both north and south of the border and includes three unreleased spoken word segments in Tom’s own proverbial voice, that speak of his love of Canada and the people from across the nation.
Of the title track Tom Connor Jr. shares, “If there was one thing Stompin’ Tom was great at doing, it was putting a smile on people’s faces. ‘Let’s Smile Again’ is the perfect song for everyone to hear during this time when the world has been devastated by a global pandemic. I hope that hearing this song inspires everyone to start smiling again. Let’s ALL smile again!”
Kicking off the release of the “Let’s Smile Again” single is the #LetsSmileAgain movement which aims to inspire people globally to ‘smile again’ and spread joy. Furthering Stompin Tom’s legacy, fans around the world are encouraged to join the movement at www.LetsSmileAgain.com and flood social media feeds with joyful reminders of what makes them happy even in the toughest of moments.
For more information, please visit www.StompinTom.com and for the #LetsSmileAgain movement, please visit www.LetsSmileAgain.com.
The Stompin’ Tom Connors takeover on North Americana (Ch. 359) is available to listeners nationwide on SiriusXM radios, the SiriusXM app, and at home on a wide variety of connected devices including smart TVs, devices with Amazon Alexa or the Google Assistant, Apple TV, PlayStation, Roku, Sonos speakers and more. Go to www.siriusxm.ca/ways-to-listen/ to learn more.
###
ABOUT STOMPIN’ TOM CONNORS
Stompin’ Tom Connors’ music is a part of Canada’s soundtrack. He wrote about the everyday lives of working men and women, Canada’s geography, and the simple pleasure of music and a drink at the end of the work week. Most of us know Stompin’ Tom from “The Hockey Song”, which has become our second national anthem. Throughout Tom’s career, he travelled across Canada from Vancouver to PEI. His concerts were a transgenerational experience that everyone enjoyed. As Tom’s popularity grew, he remained true to his individualism and spirit. He won 6 Juno awards between 1971-1975 and was honoured with numerous accolades including many lifetime achievements and a star on Canada’s Walk of Fame. Stompin’ Tom Connors focused on sharing his love of Canada and its people through his songs. Anthem Entertainment continues to honour the Stompin’ Tom Connors legacy through new releases and re-releases of his past works, celebrating the legendary Canadian icon.
ABOUT ANTHEM RECORDS
Founded in 1977, Anthem Records is a diverse and iconic record label representing some of the world’s biggest hitmakers with offices in Los Angeles, New York, Toronto and Nashville. Home to an award-winning roster of critically acclaimed and commercially successful artists including emerging country artists Eric Ethridge and Kalsey Kulyk; country superstar Gord Bamford; legendary singer, songwriter and guitarist José Feliciano; Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees, Rush; alt-rock group Stuck On Planet Earth, and more, Anthem Records delivers a broad range of services to its roster including A&R, product development, marketing, promotion, sync & licensing, social & digital media strategy and more across multiple genres making it one of the most versatile labels in the world.
For a list of the full roster and more information, visit anthementertainment.com/anthemrecords.
About SiriusXM Canada
Sirius XM Canada Inc., operating as SiriusXM Canada, is the country’s leading audio entertainment company. SiriusXM creates and offers ad-free music; premier sports talk and live events; comedy; news; podcasts; and exclusive talk and entertainment. SiriusXM is available in vehicles from every major car company and on smartphones and other connected devices as well as online at siriusxm.ca.
Join SiriusXM Canada on Facebook at facebook.com/siriusxmcanada, on Twitter at @siriusxmcanada, on Instagram at @siriusxmcanada and on YouTube at youtube.com/siriusxmcanada.
SiriusXM radios and accessories are available from retailers nationwide and online at SiriusXM. In addition, SiriusXM Music for Business provides ad-free music to a variety of businesses. SiriusXM is also a leading provider of connected vehicles services, giving customers access to a suite of safety, security, and convenience services including automatic crash notification, stolen vehicle recovery assistance, enhanced roadside assistance and turn-by-turn navigation.
SiriusXM Canada has been designated one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies 12 years in a row and is currently a Platinum Club Member.
SiriusXM Canada contact:
Jennifer Charlebois
Senior Manager, Communications
416-528-6678
jennifer.charlebois@siriusxm.ca
Tom Connors JR. announces new Stompin’ Tom Connors album
Jun. 28, 2021
Anthem Records
Tom Connors JR. announces new Stompin’ Tom Connors album “Unreleased Songs From The Vault Collection Vol. 4: Let’s Smile Again”
Available Now: https://smarturl.it/STCv4
Anthem Records, the recorded music division of Anthem Entertainment, one of the world’s leading independent music and entertainment content and services companies, continues the rich musical legacy of Canadian icon Stompin’ Tom Connors with the release of “Unreleased Songs From The Vault Collection Vol. 4: Let’s Smile Again”.
With no added instrumentation or sonic elements, Unreleased Songs From The Vault Collection Vol. 4: Let’s Smile Again is a curated collection of songs from Tom’s vast catalogue of favourites spanning north and south of the border, chosen carefully to provide comfort during this difficult time. The collection celebrates resiliency, optimism and geography and includes three unreleased spoken word segments in Tom’s own proverbial voice, that speak of his love of Canada and Canadians across the nation.
The legendary Canadian folk singer passed away in 2013, leaving behind a paragon of 120 songs stored inside what he referred to as ‘the vault’. Captured live off the floor with producer, Brian Hewson, the songs were recorded with the intention of preserving them for future generations, signalling to artists and songwriters around the world to continue paying attention to the musical and creative impact and talent that Canada has to offer for generations to come.
The album’s title track “Let’s Smile Again” celebrates Connors prolific ability to continually put a smile on the face of those listening to his music. Of the title track Tom Connor JR. shares, “If there was one thing Stompin’ Tom was great at doing, it was putting a smile on people’s faces. ‘Let’s Smile Again’ is the perfect song for everyone to hear during this time when the world has been devastated by a global pandemic. I hope that hearing this song inspires everyone to start smiling again. Let’s ALL smile again!”
The release of “Let’s Smile Again” earlier this year kicked off the #LetsSmileAgain movement which aims to inspire people globally to ‘smile again’ and spready joy by using the beauty of a smile to change the world rather than allowing the world to change your smile. Fans around the world are encouraged to join the movement at www.LetsSmileAgain.com and flood social media feeds with joyful reminders of what makes them happy even in the toughest of moments.
Tracklisting:
- Words of Stompin’ Tom: “An Identifiably Canadian Song”
- The Singer (Voice Of The People)
- Come Round Any Old Time
- Remember Me (I’m The One Who Loves You)
- Words of Stompin’ Tom: “Our Dreams Are Still A Worthwhile Pursuit”
- Jack Of Many Trades
- Sixteen Tons
- Roving All Over The Land
- King Of The Road
- Don’t Fence Me In
- Side By Side
- Around The Bay And Back Again (In Live Concert)
- Five Foot Two, Eyes of Blue
- Words of Stompin’ Tom: “Take Up The Cause for Canada”
- The Flanders Fields Song
- Canada Day, Up Canada Way
- Let’s Smile Again
For the #LetsSmileAgain movement, please visit www.LetsSmileAgain.com
Let’s Smile Again
Feb. 27, 2021
Have you ever heard Toms song “Lets Smile Again? Well now its time to SHOW THE WORLD YOUR SMILE!
Submit Your Smile! Use your smile to change the world; don’t let the world change your smile. #LetsSmileAgain in 2021 by flooding our feeds with small reminders that we can find joy even in the toughest of moments. Join the movement by getting creative and snap a picture holding up your home-made #LetsSmileAgain sign then share on socials and let us know what makes YOU smile in the caption. Make sure to #LetsSmileAgain + @StompinTomMusic and we’ll be in touch to share your story.
Women’s hockey campaign tugs on heartstrings with music video rendition of Stompin’ Tom Connors’ ‘The Hockey Song’
Nov. 7, 2019
Budweiser Canada
My Hockey Mom – Hyundai Canada Commercial
Oct 18, 2019
Hyundai Canada
New Stompin’ Tom Vault Tee and Hoodie
Jun. 27, 2019
New T-shirt and Pullover
Petro-Canada Live By The Leaf Commercial
Apr. 16, 2019
Petro-Canada
Unreleased Songs From The Vault Collection Volume 3
Nov. 27, 2018
Songs From The Vault Vol.3
27 November 2018 (Toronto, ON) – Anthem Legacy, an imprint of ole label group, continues the rich musical legacy of Stompin’ Tom Connors with the release of Unreleased Songs From The Vault Collection Volume 3 on December 7 via Universal Music Canada, the country’s leading music company. The Canadian musical icon passed with 120 recordings in what he referred to as “The Vault”, in order to safeguard against the possibility that he should at some point find himself unable to continue in the studio. 14 new tracks from this collection will be available featuring special guest artists: JUNO Award-winners The Sheepdogs, CCMA Award-winners The Washboard Union, JUNO Award-winning fiddle virtuosos Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy, JUNO Award-winners The Good Lovelies, JUNO Award nominee Royal Wood and Human Kabab.
“These songs are a collection that Tom recorded in 2011-2012 before his passing and are some of his favorite songs he performed by request before he was known as Stompin’ Tom,” said Tom Connors Jr. “Tom wanted to make sure that many of the old country songs he grew up listening to are not to be forgotten. He put these songs in “The Vault” in hopes that others can enjoy or even record them for themselves one day, to help keep traditional Country music alive and well for generations to come.”
‘The Hockey Song’ takes spot in Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame
Oct 27, 2018
Music Hall of Fame Plaque
TORONTO — Stompin’ Tom’s iconic sports anthem “The Hockey Song” is being immortalized in the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame.
The catchy ditty celebrating “the good ol’ hockey game” was honoured on Saturday as the Toronto Maple Leafs played the Winnipeg Jets at the Scotiabank Arena.
During the ceremony, the late singer’s son Tom Connors Jr. was presented with a hall of fame plaque, while country singer Tim Hicks performed the song.
Stompin’ Tom Connors at the ACC during the home opener of the Toronto Maple Leafs against the Ottawa Senators Oct. 6, 2005. The induction marks the latest achievement for a novelty track which spent decades as a cult favourite before it graduated into the Canadian pop culture canon.
Released in 1973, “The Hockey Song” was a favourite among the Saint John, N.B., singer’s fans during a period of unmatched success for Connors.
Re-release of Stompin’ Tom And The Hockey Song – Vinyl
Oct 6, 2018
Limited Edition Vinyl
Anthem Legacy, an imprint of ole Label Group, has re-released one of Tom’s most famous LP ‘And The Hockey Song’ on vinyl. Fitting that ‘The Hockey Song’ will be inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame in the next up coming months. Check your local record stores for this very special release.
Petro-Canada Live By The Leaf Commercial
Aug. 7, 2018
Petro-Canada
The Canadian Walk of Fame Star Comes Home To Skinners Pond
July 4, 2018
Plaque with a custom boot icon designed by Mike Dunlop
When it was announced Stompin’ Tom Connors would be receiving a star on Canada’s Walk of Fame, his family wanted to honour his time on Prince Edward Island by having a separate star installed at the Stompin’ Tom Centre in Skinners Pond.
The star was revealed on July 1 by his wife Lena and son Taw during the Stompin’ Tom Festival, which was held at the centre from June 28 until July 2.
When asked of the importance of displaying the star at the centre, as opposed to having it in their home, Ms Connors said it was for the community and what the area had meant to her late husband.
“He loved Skinners Pond, he always called Skinners Pond his home, and he loved the people in this area,” she said. “It’s suiting to have the star here.”
Also on hand for the reveal was Anne Arsenault, executive director for the Stompin’ Tom Centre.
Choking back emotion, she briefly had to pause as tears came to her eyes.
Re-release of Live At The Horseshoe Tavern – Limited Edition Vinyl
April 20, 2018
Limited Edition Vinyl
Exclusive Record Store Day Canada Stompin’ Tom Connors “Live at the Horseshoe” Limited Edition Vinyl!! Only 500 copies printed on this beautiful 180g yellow vinyl! Check your local record stores for this collectors item.
The Canadian Walk of Fame
November 2017
The Connors Family
P.E.I.’s Stompin’ Tom Connors inducted into Canada’s Walk of Fame
A man hailed as Canada’s unofficial poet laureate has been inducted into this country’s Walk of Fame.
Stompin’ Tom Connors, who called Prince Edward Island home, was one of six people inducted into Canada’s Walk of Fame in a ceremony in Toronto on Wednesday evening.
The honour was also given to sprinter Donovan Bailey, actress Anna Paquin and environmental activist David Suzuki, as well as posthumously granted to civil rights leader Viola Desmond, businessman Ted Rogers, as well as Connors.
Stompin’ Tom Celebrated in Ballinafad with Plaque
September 8, 2017
Unveiling of the Bronze Plaque
BALLINAFAD – It was a day of music and memories on Sept. 4 as the community celebrated the life and music of one of their own: Stompin’ Tom Connors.
The musician settled in Erin Township just north of Ballinafad in 1975 and resided there with his wife Lena until he passed away from natural causes, at the age of 77, in March 2013.
A community group led by Karen Smith helped unveil a plaque at the Ballinafad Community Centre in memory of Connors, who Smith called “Ballinafad’s Canadian icon who travelled from town to town across Canada.”
Smith said, “in deciding a Canada 150 project, we decided what better way to celebrate than to recognize a Canadian icon who lived in our area.”
In seeing the hundreds gathered at the plaque unveiling, Smith said, “I’m just so blown away by this, I could just cry.”
The Stompin’ Tom Jam Van
July 3, 2017
Ole Label Services Jam Van
On the first record release under ole Media Management, ole created the “Stompin’ Tom Jam Van” to travel around the Rogers Place gounds to promote the new Compilation Release during the Canada Day Weekend Toronto Blue Jays Game.
Stompin’ Tom Centre – Homestead & Schoolhouse
September 8, 2017
Homestead & Schoolhouse Illustration
If country-folk icon Stompin’ Tom Connors was one thing, he most certainly was authentic. He was considered the nation’s unofficial musician with a one-of-a-kind sound, including a trademark appearance and passion to pen Canadiana.
To commemorate the life and legacy of Stompin’ Tom, and tap into an emerging trend of visitors who desire an “authentic” experience, a centre in Skinners Pond, P.E.I. will map this musical man’s journey.
Visitors can discover retail, food and entertainment all under one roof. Among the authentic products, services and experiences, there will also be planned concerts, dinner theaters, open mic nights, song writing, performing workshops, storytelling and much more!
Fans originally drawn to the destination of West Prince because of the nostalgia and passion for Stompin’ Tom now can experience an abundance of up-and-coming P.E.I. performers who will take to the stage and showcase their talents.
Stompin’ Tom 50th Anniversary – CD & Merchandise
June 30, 2017
50th Year Anniversary CD & Merchandise
Toronto, ON – Anthem Legacy, an imprint of ole Label Group, is celebrating the 50th Anniversary of one of Canada’s most prolific and iconic artists, Stompin’ Tom Connors. June 30, 2017 (ole Label Group / Anthem Legacy) sees the release of the Stompin’ Tom Connors 50th Anniversary self-titled CD. In association with Canada 150 and an introduction from NHL Legend and Hockey Hall of Famer Ken Dryden, this special edition release will include all of Stompin’ Tom’s timeless classics. The album also features four new renditions from notable Canadian Country stars including; The Cuddy/Polley Family Band, Corb Lund, George Canyon and Whiskey Jack.
“We’re extremely excited and proud at ole to release this Stompin’ Tom Connors collector’s set, said Andy Curran, who is A&R’ing the project at Anthem. “We’ve managed to assemble a collector’s edition that will satisfy the most loyal fan but also to excite a new generation of fans as these great songs really transcend generations and speak to all Canadians.”
Stompin’ Tom Connors Musical Legacy Finds a New Home
March 2017
From L to R: Tyler Hurst, Senior Acquisitions Analyst, ole, Robert Ott, CEO, ole, Tom Connors Jr., Andy Curran, General Manager, Label Services A&R, ole
TORONTO, ON – ole, the world’s fastest-growing independent music publishing and rights management company, announced today it has signed an exclusive, worldwide 360 deal to curate the music and personality legacy of iconic Canadian artist Stompin’ Tom Connors. Under the deal, ole will manage publishing and master distribution rights, Connor’s YouTube presence, merchandising and trademark licensing rights.
“We’re very proud to be entrusted with the legacy of one of the greatest, Canadian artists of all time and we look forward to the opportunity to broaden the audience of Stompin’ Tom’s iconic music and personality in the years to come,” said Robert Ott, CEO, ole.
Stompin’ Tom Bronze Statue Unveiled in Sudbury
July 2015
Bronze Statue / Tyler Fauvelle / Taw Connors
His music resonates throughout Canada and now his likeness has been immortalized in Sudbury in the form of a bronze statue.
That’s right, a Stompin’ Tom Connors statue, created by sculptor Tyler Fauvelle, was unveiled on July 3 at Bell Park during Northern Lights Festival Boreal.
“We did this because of one of (Stompin’ Tom’s) most famous songs ‘Sudbury Saturday Night’ will forever connect him to this city’s history,” said Fauvelle. “He was the people’s poet, we wanted to remember him and his true Canadian voice for generations to come.”
Original STC Website Archived Content
COMING SOON
COMING SOON
Well folks, if your a returning Stompin’ Tom Connors fan you would have noticed that the website has obviously had a complete overhaul from the original site design that was has officially created way back in the year 2000. So it sure has been a long time coming to say the least. We’ve been striving for the past few months to get as much content as we can pulled over from the original site and its original sections, so we ain’t done yet. We figured rather then push back the release of the new design that we would launch it as is and continue to update it as we go along. So with that said, we do hope you’ll continue to stomp on back to the site from time to time to get all new content as we continue to work away at bringing even more Stompin’ Tom memories for all his fans to enjoy.
We would also like to mention that we are working on having a FAN SUBMISSION page. This page will feature photos and stories from YOU the fans to share. Whether it be a concert photo you might of took of Tom on stage or photos taken of you and Tom during a meet and greet after one of his shows, we would love to feature them on the site.
Also to help bring even more content to the official site, we are reaching out to you, the fans in hopes that if you have anything Stompin’ Tom related (tour poster / ticket stubs / memorabilia…etc) that isn’t featured on the site, please feel free to contact us first with a note on what you have and we can go from there.
Thanks – staff
