![]() Stompin Tom Connors at the Peterborough Memorial Center in 2002 Image by 6darlinp (talk) (Uploads), via Wikimedia Commons. Licensed CC BY-SA 3.0 |
Connors Stompin' TomStompin' Tom Connors (1936–2013) was a Canadian country and folk singer-songwriter known for celebrating Canadian culture and history through his music. He wrote over 300 songs and released approximately 48 albums, selling nearly four million copies. Connors is particularly notable for songs like "The Hockey Song," which became a staple at NHL games, and his dynamic, engaging live performances where he would stomp to keep rhythm. His contributions to Canadian music earned him several accolades, including a Lifetime Achievement Award. Connors maintained a deep connection to his roots, performing primarily in Canada and drawing inspiration from its stories and traditions. (Source: Wikipedia)
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