An update on the CFNY Spirit of Radio documentary

Almost two years ago, a group of us started filming what we hope will be the definite history of the Spirit of Radio years (1977-1992) at CFNY-FM/Toronto. (If you don’t know the station, it’s Canada’s equivalent of KROQ/LA and broke hundreds of alt-rock bands in its history). I’ve written about our progress many times over these last many months and people seem to be really excited for its premiere.

Here’s the latest:

• The documentary is DONE. Finished. Final product. Ready to go.
• We applied for a slot at the Toronto International Film Festival but weren’t able to get in. I heard that programmers loved the film but there just wasn’t an available slot.
• We also weren’t able to make it into a festival in Amsterdam for the same reason.
• Will there be a chance for the general public to see it in a theatre? Absolutely. Stand by.
• Is there a trailer yet? No. I’m a little impatient on that point, but it is what it is.
• While we continue to look for an appropriate place(s) for a premiere, we’re working on plans to have the film distributed on various platforms. It’s all about timing now.
• Are we talking to some broadcast partners in Western New York? You bet we are. This looks good.
• Did I mention that the doc is ready to go?

That’s about all I have at the moment. Watch this space for updates.