From Woodstock to Wi-Fi: Modern Tunes for Classic Rock Fans A few weeks ago, I went to the Singer Songwriters Festival in Port Stanley. Now, I’ll admit something, country music has never been my first choice (not even in my top 5). I’m more of a classic rock, crank-it-up-in-the-car kind of listener. But somewhere between the steel guitar and heartfelt lyrics, I found myself tapping my foot, smiling, and thinking, “Well, maybe I’ve been missing something.” It reminded me that fresh music can surprise you and still scratch that same itch our old favourites do. Music is a time machine. A few notes from The Beatles can take you straight back to high school, and one blast of The Rolling Stones might transport you to a questionable haircut and a pair of bell-bottoms you thought looked amazing. But while we’ll always love the soundtrack of our youth, modern artists are carrying the torch — and they deserve a listen. Here are a few “If you liked this, try that” pairings to help you explore. Now: Vampire Weekend – Harmony Hall offers clever lyrics and sunny guitar work, while The Lemon Twigs – Corner of My Eye captures that irresistible 60s pop warmth. If you loved The Rolling Stones THEN: Jumpin’ Jack Flash NOW: The Black Keys – Gold on the Ceiling drips with bluesy swagger, and The Sheepdogs – I’ve Got a Hole Where My Heart Should Be delivers rock ’n’ roll grit — and they’re Canadian to boot. If you loved The Doors THEN: Light My Fire NOW: The Last Internationale – Soul on Fire burns with smoky intensity, while Greta Van Fleet – Heat Above leans into dramatic, big-stage rock theatrics. If you loved Janis Joplin THEN: Piece of My Heart If you loved The Beatles Then: Here Comes the Sun
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NOW: First Aid Kit – Fireworks wraps you in lush harmonies, while The Milk Carton Kids – Michigan keeps the tender storytelling spirit alive. The truth is, finding new music doesn’t mean letting go of the old. It’s about expanding the playlist — whether that’s a Spotify queue, a stack of CDs, or a dusty milk crate of vinyl. So put on your favourite record, then give a new artist a spin. You never know — the next song you fall in love with might not be from 1969.
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