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When did Gordon Lightfoot play Massey Hall?

A Globe and Mail review of a Lightfoot concert at Massey Hall in 1969 included some of the balladeer's banter. “You know, it's really great to be back on this stage,” he said. “You can wander off around … but here in Massey Hall is my home.” For many Toronto music fans and others, Massey is home.

How many times has Gordon Lightfoot played Massey Hall?

Gordon Lightfoot has played Massey Hall 171 times, but few as momentous as last night. It was the first concert at the hallowed Toronto music hall in more than three years, its longest ever closure – not because of the pandemic, but a massive $184-million renovation.

You can also ask: what disease does gordon lightfoot have?

Ever since, he's joked in concert that, like Mark Twain, reports of his death have been greatly exaggerated. On top of all this, Lightfoot has emphysema. He has always been a heavy smoker - he started when he was 15 and singing in barbershop quartets - but had his last cigarette in late 2018.

Subsequently, why did gordon lightfoot cancel his tour?

Lightfoot has cancelled tour dates since late July due to the injury, according to news reports. "His people thought he would be back on the road by now, but unfortunately sometimes recovery takes longer than you would like," said Randy White, director of special events at Trine.

Thereof, when did massey hall reopen?

The renovated Massey Hall opened its doors to the public on Nov. 25, with veteran performer Gordon Lightfoot hitting the stage.

Moreover, where did gordon lightfoot perform in toronto?

Massey Hall

Toronto's Massey Hall has reopened its doors to the public, with Canadian music legend Gordon Lightfoot hitting the stage for his 170th show at the historic music venue.

One may also ask: how much is gordon lightfoot?

Gordon Lightfoot is a Canadian singer-songwriter and guitarist who has a net worth of $40 million.

Consequently, what happened to gordon lightfoot's voice?

Gordon Lightfoot almost lost his life in 2002 when his abdominal artery burst and he was in a coma for six weeks following the surgery that saved his life. When he finally and almost miraculously woke up he could barely play the guitar and his vocal chords were so constricted his golden voice was no more.

Moreover, did gordon lightfoot have a stroke?

Lightfoot's 2006 stroke temporarily disabled two fingers on his right hand. That didn't stop him from playing a show less than two weeks later. He's worked to regain the use of his fingers since then.

Who is the song sundown written about?

Aspen from CanadaThe song is about Susan Smith. Gordon had a 3 year affair with her while divorcing his wife. He deeply loved this woman and she hurt him bad.

By Selry Schmutz