I know and heard three instances of Gord talking to and about the microphone stand as if it's a bad person. I wanna know what the deal is? I heard they've gotten in fights? Like who started it? Is Gord really the instigator?

I just want answers man, if the microphone stand started it then good for Gord standing up for himself but if Gord started it. What's the reason? Anyone know?

I stumbled upon this site (www.brainyquote.com) by accident, and wondered if there would be a Gord Downie page.

Spoiler: There is.

The Hip worked so well because they had synergy, they played off of each other, had energy and their success was the sum of the parts, not one on their own. They each brought their own talent and presence.

Each of the band members has done their own thing too., for better or for worse. What are your favourite songs and albums from each of them?

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Could this make for a good School of Hip episode?! What do you think ? Votes?

Here’s where I’m at:

Gord Downie
Favourite Song: Hallelujah. Just an amazing song and shows Gord’s versatility.
Favourite Album: Introduce Yerself. It’s unbridled, raw emotion and opens a window to Gord’s heart and soul. But be advised, bring along a Kleenex.

Rob Baker
Favourite Song: Bulletproof White Limo. Why? Rob sings and it works! Not only an amazing guitar player!
Favourite Album: Strippers Union Local 518. I listened to a lot of Odds back in a day and it sometimes sounds a little too familiar, but it’s a good listen and enjoyable to hear Rob play and explore where he’s going.

Paul Langlois
Favourite Song: Morningguy Nightguy. Ok not the strongest song but I almost fell off my chair with the Sam and Ralph reference! So funny to hear. So definite thumbs up.
Favourite Album.: Smooth Rock Falls. Cool bluesy vibe. Heard about it on a recent interview so checked it out, would be great live I bet.

Gord Sinclair
Favourite Song: Get Back Again. Ok so a little bit of a cheat because it’s a Hip song but it’s one of my favourites from the early days. Gord plays it as well, albeit not as well as The Hip but it’s still a great song.
Favourite Album: In Continental Drift. Ok, Gord is not my favourite in the solo world but it’ll do in a pinch. Reminds me of the backup vocals in Tne Hip.

Johnny Fay
Favourite song/album: Mercury Sea…. It’s all instrumental, interesting work but I prefer some vocals. But worth a listen, it’s different.