When Canadian specialty station MuchMusic launched in August 1984, founders John Martin and Moses Znaimer had about two hours of planned content to fill six hours of airtime. Their strategy? Pack the place with notable faces, create a party atmosphere in the control room “stage,” and let inaugural VJs Christopher Ward and J.D. Roberts figure out the rest as they went along.
Thus, the iconic “Nation’s Music Station” was born.
It was a scrappy, wild atmosphere in which inexperienced but music-loving kids stepped in front of the cameras with free reign to experiment and play the videos they loved. There were no rules and even less structure, but it worked. At the height of its popularity, MuchMusic was the global destination for artists of all genres. And it was led by a diverse and history-making group of hosts who connected those artists with fans in a new way—through the legendary studios at 299 Queen St.
Thus, the iconic “Nation’s Music Station” was born.
It was a scrappy, wild atmosphere in which inexperienced but music-loving kids stepped in front of the cameras with free reign to experiment and play the videos they loved. There were no rules and even less structure, but it worked. At the height of its popularity, MuchMusic was the global destination for artists of all genres. And it was led by a diverse and history-making group of hosts who connected those artists with fans in a new way—through the legendary studios at 299 Queen St.
- 3/13/2023
- by Amber Dowling
- Variety Film + TV
After a decade out of the spotlight, The Philosopher Kings are back in a big way. Ahead of the release of their new album, “Return Of The Kings”, band members Jarvis Church and James Bryan McCollum sat down with Et Canada‘s Rick Campanelli to talk about how there’s still “nerves” when it comes to “putting […]...
- 7/20/2017
- by Rachel West
- ET Canada
The Foo Fighters rocked out in Iceland over the weekend, following in the footsteps of Radiohead and the Wu-Tang Clan to headline the Secret Solstice Festival, one of the newest up-and-coming music fests. Only Et Canada was there as Rick Campanelli ventured to the land of the midnight sun to catch up with the band’s […]...
- 6/20/2017
- by Rachel West
- ET Canada
The original cast of “Degrassi High” are coming together for a new nationwide tour. To celebrate the 30th anniversary of “Degrassi Junior High”, Et Canada’s Rick Campanelli sat down with original cast members Stefan Brogren, Stacie Mistysyn, Kirsten Bourne and Pat Mastroianni, to speak about their first stop — Toronto’s ComiCon this weekend — before they appear at […]...
- 3/16/2017
- by Cat Williams
- ET Canada
Charlize Theron is drawing comparisons to her brazen kick-butt “Mad Max: Fury Road” heroine in her new action-packed spy thriller, “Atomic Blonde”. Theron was in Austin, Texas on Sunday for the world premiere of “Atomic Blonde” at SXSW, catching up with Et Canada’s Rick Campanelli on the red carpet. For the actress, playing undercover MI6 […]...
- 3/13/2017
- by Rachel West
- ET Canada
Ryan Gosling, Michael Fassbender and Rooney Mara kicked off SXSW 2017 is Austin, Texas with their new drama “Song To Song”. Et Canada’s Rick Campanelli was on the red carpet at the film’s world premiere, sharing an epic hug with fellow Canadian Gosling. The Terrence Malick-directed film stars Gosling and Mara as a couple of […]...
- 3/11/2017
- by Rachel West
- ET Canada
The end has come for Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine. After playing Wolverine in nine films over 17 years, Jackman is hanging up his Adamantium claws for the final time in “Logan”. “I could only make this movie if I knew it was the last one because the stakes are high,” he tells Et Canada’s Rick Campanelli. […]...
- 2/16/2017
- by Rachel West
- ET Canada
Matthew McConaughey may have enjoyed easing off his usual workout regimen for his latest role in “Gold”, but getting back to normal wasn’t quite as easy. “Putting it on was easier and fun – cheeseburgers, beer, whatever I wanted,” the Oscar-winner tells Et Canada’s Rick Campanelli. “Taking it off, I did a 10-day fast just […]...
- 1/17/2017
- by Will Reid
- ET Canada
Bella Hadid Calls Her Ex The Weeknd ‘My Best Friend’ Backstage At The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show
Bella Hadid has nothing but love for her ex-boyfriend, The Weeknd. While speaking with Et Canada’s Rick Campanelli backstage at the 2016 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in Paris on Wednesday, the 20-year-old brunette beauty showed zero sign of hostility towards her Canadian rock star ex, who will perform at the televised spectacle for his second […]...
- 11/30/2016
- by Cat Williams
- ET Canada
The James Barker Band is a country act on the rise, and we’ve got the debut of the brand-new video for their second single, “Just Sayin'”. Et Canada’s Rick Campanelli was on hand during filming of the video, which front man James Barker describes sees the band “hanging out a bar, we’re kind of those […]...
- 11/18/2016
- by Brent Furdyk
- ET Canada
In case you haven’t been introduced to the Internet’s boyfriend, his name is Benedict Cumberbatch and he stars in the latest installment of the Marvel comic universe, “Doctor Strange” alongside Canada’s sweetheart, Rachel McAdams. McAdams had her fair share of heartthrob co-stars, but the actress shares with Rick Campanelli that Cumberb**ches are the real deal. […]...
- 10/28/2016
- by kmorawetz
- ET Canada
As Shannen Doherty bravely continues her battle with breast cancer, her former “Beverly Hills, 90210” co-star Jason Priestley is firmly in her corner. Speaking with Et Canada’s Rick Campanelli at the 2016 Canada’s Walk Of Fame Gala, where the “Private Eyes” actor received a star, Priestley had high praise for his on-screen sister. “I applaud […]...
- 10/7/2016
- by Will Reid
- ET Canada
Ben Affleck reveals the secret to his long-lasting friendship with Matt Damon. “You know Matt and I, we just we have good sex. That’s what keeps it fresh,” the actor jokes with Et Canada’s Rick Campanelli. While Affleck was all smiles while promoting “The Accountant”, his new thriller is no laughing matter. Affleck stars as […]...
- 10/3/2016
- by Rachel West
- ET Canada
Rooney Mara and screen legend Vanessa Redgrave will walk the red carpet at the world premiere of “The Secret Scripture” at the Toronto International Film Festival and Et Canada’s Rick Campanelli will be talking with the stars live at Roy Thomson Hall on Facebook tonight. Related: Rooney Mara Talks ‘Lion’ The film tells the tragic […]...
- 9/15/2016
- by Rachel West
- ET Canada
Joseph Gordon-Levitt walked the Toronto International Film Festival red carpet at the world premiere of “Snowden” Friday night, talking Oscar buzz and meeting Nsa whistleblower Edward Snowden. “That’s very flattering, thank you for saying so,” the 35-year-old heartthrob actor tells Et Canada’s Rick Campanelli of the awards talk and rave reviews of his performance in […]...
- 9/10/2016
- by Shakiel Mahjouri
- ET Canada
Sunday, July 13, marks the one-year anniversary of Cory Monteith's tragic death at age 31. Understandably, the late actor's loved ones and fans remain in mourning. Cory's father Joe Monteith sat down for an interview with Et Canada to talk about the Glee star, Lea Michele and more. "I still miss him very much and I still have the empty feeling inside," Joe told Et's Rick Campanelli. "Cory was a likeable young man and if he was in the room, you'd be smiling," he continued. "He enjoyed [...]...
- 7/12/2014
- Us Weekly
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