On November 2, 1954, a spunky 250-watt Alberta radio station signed on the air. It was destined to become Canada’s first full-time country music station – and a bona fide legend.
Seventy years, two frequency changes, and 50,000 watts later, 840 CFCW has a pile of memories tucked under its 10-gallon hat. Join us for a trip down memory lane, as we revisit the larger-than-life people and behind-the-scenes hijinks that have branded everyone’s favourite hometown station.
Alberta’s Country Legend: The Story of 840 CFCW is packed with anecdotes, photos, and original interviews with nearly 50 on-air personalities, listeners, and behind-the-scenes staff. Even the country music stars who helped define the radio station talk about building their careers with the help of this Canadian broadcasting icon.
This is one country club that everyone is welcome to join. So, c’mon! Giddy-up – let’s read! A portion of the proceeds goes to the Little Miracles Trust Fund, giving a little miracle to anyone who needs a helping hand.
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