King’s Column

King’s Column

September 5, 2023
by Bill King

Try as I may to watch network television, the soul of this man can’t buy into the daily dose of nonsense.

Photo: Bill King
August 30, 2023
by Bill King

Early this week, the Globe & Mail arts reporter Brad Wheeler posted a short list of music questions, from favourite recording to best

Photograph copyright Patrick Harbron 1992/2023
August 16, 2023
by Bill King

Robbie Robertson’s passing hits me from many angles. I had a pal who drove us to U.S. Steel mornings for what was a summer college job in ‘66.

Taylor Swift promo shot for her Red album.
August 9, 2023
by Bill King

From 2011 to 2021, Ted Woloshyn and I would skate past a wall-length pin-up of a young Taylor Swift in and out of Newstalk 1010 compliments of Virg

Photo: Bill King
August 2, 2023
by Bill King

I, like most, am in the dark about the far-reaching implications, possibilities, and incursions of advancing technology.

Tony Bennett at the Montreal Jazz Fest. Picture by Bill King.
July 21, 2023
by Bill King

It’s heartbreaking anytime news comes revealing one of our heroes is being robbed of their gifts.

Bob Segarini with Joanne Smale & Lorraine Segato.  Photo: Bill King
July 18, 2023
by Bill King

What About Bob?

I needed a day to consider the loss of Mr. Bob.

Naturally 7, I Love to Sing at the Concert Hall   Photo: Bill King
July 4, 2023
by Bill King

If you want to lay a foundation for the future, you make sure those who can’t afford the big bucks’ guidance and experience who reside in Toronto;

Photo: Bill King
June 6, 2023
by Bill King

I’m 16, and the station wagon is in motion, as it always was come summers when pops would claw back vacation time.

Aretha Franklin Photo: Bill King
May 30, 2023
by Bill King

Here's to you, Tina and Celine! The Greatest Generation.

May 3, 2023
by Bill King

How do you know when you've made that perfect recording?

March 15, 2023
by Bill King

I'm not as jaded as many with award shows. Obviously, most serve a purpose.