Mulligan Stew March 15th 2025-Brian Beresh and Bill Henderson(Chilliwack) Guest

Two hour-long donors this week on Mulligan Stew.

They each bring stories and songs.

Brian Beresh is the donor for hour one. However, his prime story is far more than just one show.

Brian has made an outstanding donation to CKUA – $1 Million Dollars. A commitment to the future of the station and network.

He’ll sit in with me and tell the tale of why he decided to dedicate such support and why now.

We also find out how CKUA thanks him for his support.

I ask Brian, “Who are the first three artists on a wish list  you’d like to see and hear in the performance space?”

I can tell you one of them was Etta James.

Hour one has New music from Mike Farris, Jon Batiste and Dan Mangan.

Classics from Steve Winwood, kd lang, J Geils Band live, Nick Cave, Bedouin SoundClash.

Hour Two features an interview with Bill Henderson from Chilliwack. (The Band, not The Town)

We’ve known each other through many years and many bands.

Chilliwack is  currently on their “Farewell to Friends” tour.

They’ll do some 20-30 dates this year to wrap up a stellar career. You can see them Friday, March 21 and Saturday March 22nd at the Taylor Centre for the performing Arts in Calgary.

Bill Henderson is a natural storyteller/songwriter who has earned his place in the Order of Canada, Songwriters Hall of Fame and Canadian Music Hall of Fame.

Hour two includes,

Tower of Power, Lake Street Dive, Bonnie Raitt and John Prine live,  singing Angel from Montgomery, Robbie Robertson, Ry Cooder (it’s his birthday)

New music from Van Morrison.

And our Bill Henderson Interview.