Northern Steel

Mike Shefrin · Post by **Mike Shefrin** » 12 Nov 2006 8:16 pm

I recently picked up a great CD from Canadian steeler Bob Taillefer.It's called "Northern Steel", and features a bunch of different, and great Canadian players. There are three steelers
in particular who knocked me out- Bob Lucier,Dale Rivard, and Andy Schick. Well worth checking out.

Mark Treepaz · Post by **Mark Treepaz** » 13 Nov 2006 8:45 am

That CD is definitely a must-have. A lot of great steelin' on the entire album. The recording quality is nice and clean as well.

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Sho-Bud LDG, Gretsch Syncromatic Lap Steel, Bach Stradivarious 37 Trumpet, Getzen Eterna Flugelhorn, Fender Precision Bass (pre-CBS)

Post by **Joey Ace** » 13 Nov 2006 9:24 am

Yes, a must have CD.
It's available in the Forum Catalog.

It's cool that the brand of Steel is listed for each track. I know of no other multi-artist album that does that.

CrowBear Schmitt · Post by **CrowBear Schmitt** » 13 Nov 2006 9:25 am

indeed Mike
i'll raise my bar & glass to them Canadian pickers

Mike Archer · Post by **Mike Archer** » 13 Nov 2006 1:38 pm

what a great cd!!
yes mike you are so right this cd
is a must have cd
you can get it right here from the forum
from bob

John Lacey · Post by **John Lacey** » 14 Nov 2006 3:38 am

Steve Smith's track always grabs me, don't like the guy on the 5th. track.

Chris LeDrew · Post by **Chris LeDrew** » 14 Nov 2006 5:55 am

The jazz stuff on this CD is killer.

Don Walters · Post by **Don Walters** » 14 Nov 2006 8:15 am

Hey, John, I'm sure you have better ears than I do, but track 5 is one of my favourites on the album. That gal can sure sing!

Rusty Walker · Post by **Rusty Walker** » 14 Nov 2006 1:22 pm

I haven't heard a sweeter touch & tone than track 5.That IS tasty Playing.So CAN it John---and best wishes.R

Tommy Mark · Post by **Tommy Mark** » 14 Nov 2006 2:28 pm

You sounded awesome too Rusty.See ya Sat nite. Tom

Bob Taillefer · Post by **Bob Taillefer** » 15 Nov 2006 7:15 am

Hello Mike,

Thanks for the kind words.

Producing Northern Steel was a true highlight for me. I want to thank once again the players that contributed to this compilation CD.

It is nice to show the world what Canadian players can offer! Regards! Bob

Mike Gross · Post by **Mike Gross** » 15 Nov 2006 7:56 am

The "Northern Steel" album is a gem and Bob should be commended for undertaking the project. (He also plays such super steel on the CD.) I always look for excuses to get cuts on my "Swingin' West" shows. Maybe someday there will be a vol. two with these and other great Canadian steel players. There is so much musical talent North of the Border.

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Mike Shefrin · Post by **Mike Shefrin** » 15 Nov 2006 8:48 am

Hi Bob Taillefer,
It was a pleasure to meet you at the Norwalk convention. You played great, and I bought four of your CD's. I am so glad I did. The Northern Steel CD is fabulous and you did a great job producing it. The steel world needs to be aware of the many talented players from Canada. Merci,encore.

Bob Taillefer · Post by **Bob Taillefer** » 16 Nov 2006 11:25 am

Feeling is mutual Mike!

Thanks for the kind words!

I hope to see you soon!

Regards! Bob

john widgren · Post by **john widgren** » 16 Nov 2006 2:17 pm

Boy! That Bob Taillefer is really something! He showed the whole house just how it should be done at the Rodeo Bar on Monday night, with an unassuming grace, and a lightning right hand. What a sincere pleasure to have had him in Norwalk and then as a guest with the Caravan on Monday night. We had the most delightful ride back to CT with his charming wife Deborah, and chatted the miles away. I gave a listen to his most recent CD, "Bob Taillefer Y Los Hermanos" and it's great. Amazing latin grooves with Bob's wonderful artistry on steel. Bob thanks a million. I'll contact you privately, and soon.... after I've had a chance to hear the rest.

Bon chance mon ami..Ma maison est votre maison...come again soon!

Bob Taillefer · Post by **Bob Taillefer** » 18 Nov 2006 7:43 pm

Bonsoir John,

Thanks for the kind words!I love playing all types of music on steel. Latin music is one of my favourite styles.

Western Caravan is a smokin' band! Thanks for letting me sit in! I had a great time.

Yes! The ride back was delightful. Debra and I appreciated that very much.

I hope to come down your way soon!

Merci! Bob

frank rogers · Post by **frank rogers** » 18 Nov 2006 8:07 pm

One of my favorites!