In Episode 325 of History in Five Songs with Martin Popoff, Martin explores how Randy Bachman’s relentless pursuit of hit songs shaped BTO, Trooper, Prism, and beyond, sparking a uniquely Canadian glam-infused rock movement that left both successes and curiosities in its wake.

1. Trooper – “Live from the Moon” 0:28 – 0:58
2. Prism – “Virginia” 0:30 – 0:59
3. Union – “Mainstreet U.S.A.” 0:12 – 0:42
4. Loverboy – “Jump” 0:18 – 0:48
5. Bachman-Turner Overdrive – “Can We All Come Together” 0:00– 0:30

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