The Music Beat

In the Music Beat, 660 NewsRadio anchor Todd Kaufman sits down with various artists to talk about their craft.

Glass Tiger frontman looks back as Calgary show approaches

One of Canada's most successful and enduring bands, Glass Tiger has released five studio albums, including their 1986 debut 'The Thin Red Line,' which went quadruple platinum in Canada and gold in U.S. 660's...

The beat goes on for Canada's 'The Kings' as they embrace 'one-hit wonder' label

Okay, let's get this out of the way right from the start - The Kings are keenly aware that they are mainly known for their 1980 hit "This Beat Goes On/Switchin' To Glide." Being a so-called 'one-hit...
Former Headpins singer launches live rockumentary entitled "True Story"

660 NewsRadio's Todd Kaufman chats with former Headpins singer, Darby Mills, about her live documentary called "True Story,"
The Irish Rovers celebrating 60 years with cross-country tour, including Calgary stop

They're known as the international ambassadors of Irish music -- 2025 marks 60 years since The Irish Rovers played an unprecedented 22 sold-out weeks at The Purple Onion in San Francisco. That stint...
Coney Hatch vocalist perseveres through band's 45 year history

Coney Hatch has been rocking out since forming in Toronto in the early 1980s. Their Kim Mitchell-produced debut album in 1982 led to the singles, 'Devil's Deck,' 'Hey Operator' and 'Monkey Bars.' The...
Blue Rodeo: Lost Together documentary makes national debut this weekend

The highly anticipated Blue Rodeo: Lost Together documentary will premiere this weekend followed by a theatrical release across Canada. Directed by Dale Hislep, the film is touted as an intimate and...
Canada's Streetheart looks ahead to a busy 2025, celebrating 49 years

Canadian rock band Streetheart made their debut back in 1978 and has been going strong ever since -- celebrating 49 years in 2025.
The Hooters mark 45th anniversary with steady dose of European dates

Philadelphia's The Hooters made it big with a string of hits in the mid 80s including 'And We Danced' and 'Day By Day.'
Andy Kim Christmas returns to Calgary's National Music Centre

The Andy Kim Christmas is back in Calgary for another year! The sold out, star-studded night of music goes Dec. 13 in support of music and educational programs at the National Music Centre. Andy...
Elton John impersonator preaches authenticity ahead of Calgary Show

It combines the look, the feel, and the sound of a real Elton John show, Elton Rohn brings all the spectacle to the Grey Eagle Resort and Casino on Dec. 6. 660's Todd Kaufman caught up with Rohn at...