CFNY Canada Day Festival, July 1, 1991 - Teenage Head

Veteran Canadian punks, Teenage Head as recorded live by YTV from the 5th CFNY Canada Day Festival. Over 30,000 people showed up annually at Molson Park in Barrie for a full days line-up of mostly Canadian bands. Hosted by CFNY personality Dani Elwell and YTV's Laurie Hibberd and Michael Q. Dani is still in broadcasting, most recently at Jazzcast.ca, Laurie Hibberd, now a US TV personality, married Gelman, producer of Live with Regis and Kelly and Michael Q(uast) is a VP of a technology company.
Teenage Head were actually pre-punks as they formed in 1975, before the punk movement took hold. Lead singer Frankie Venom passed away in 2008 and the band still do occasional gigs with original lead singer Dave Rave.
Weather July 1, 1991 Barrie Ontario Canada - Sunny, high 22, low 14.
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[@tiggerwigger9135]

RIP Gordie Lewis. Had the pleasure of meeting you a few times you were a kind soul and always so accommodating to fans wanting a pic. Teenage Head was one of the best bands of its time and never got the recognition they so deserved. Their stage presence was larger than life, exciting and always a great show. Everyone in Hamilton & beyond knew the great talent you all were and there will never be another band like you. The music is timeless and It's a very sad day knowing I will never again get to hear those greats songs Iive again.

[@paulmueller2545]

Can't agree with you more as they were under appreciated and they never got their big chance south of the border due to their accident. Least they still get good airplay from my local radio station out of Wingham Ontario.

[@ahmedjacuzzi5494]

I love Canada and Teenage Head. Grew up south of the border, and raised on Canadian radio. That's why I'm so friggen cool today. Breaks my heart that Frankie is gone. I got to hang out with them a few times around this time. It's shocking when your heroes turn out to be such nice guys. Sharing Molsons backstage at the El Mocambo. Priceless.

[@marcelwilliamson7384]

Very nice words my American cousin i’ve spent so many summer vacations driving down the I five to California Love the people The sights the sounds I miss it so much it hurts we give you bands like trooper and teenage head and you give us Los Lobos and the flaming groovy‘s seems like a pretty good trade

[@basknation]

Yea I miss Frankie

[@daspoohmunich7235]

grew up north of the border raised by American television i know exactly what you mean

[@Robinallenyukon]

saw them on the roof of Jackson Square in 1979 ... I was hooked... and they came to my high school around 85 it was insane loud ... just watched the TVO special Picture My Face RIP Frankie .... I hope the rest rock on !!!

[@outdoormcbain2346]

I was there!

[@ellimick5958]

Such a great band. While it isn’t quite the same, I’m personally glad they’re still playing - these songs deserve to be played!

[@reev64]

These guys helped influence my Rock and roll lifestyle. RIP Frankie. Still listening during COVID 19 pandemic. 5/12/2020

[@AP02112]

Plandemic*

[@brentw1108]

What’s that first song called?

[@DonRua]

“Picture my Face”, their original hit in 1976. Became popular in 78.

[@Roman-od3iy]

Didn't find out about these guys until last year. Freakin' awesome!

[@robertcommon4100]

timeless.......i have seen the best frontman in rock and roll on their good days and bad.....stones 1978 buffalo ...ect.I lucked out and worked at Heatwave in 1980 Frankie and the boys opened the show that morning in august.That morning Frankie was THE BEST frontman i was blessed to see.....unreal really ! Years later in the early 90s i was out bar hopping and found myself at the Greeks in Kensington market.I was sitting at the bar alone on a summer morning like a good alcoholic does at 11 am in Toronto .I go to the can downstairs almost hit my head and head back to see where the day will take me.There is now a guy next to me on the next stool , i cant place the guy , and then i realize its Frankie.I worked with you once i said , no you didnt Frankie says , heatwave in 1980 you took to long for the sound check , ya you did Frankie says.I have seen the best frontman in rock and roll , that day in august 1980 you hit your mark and were the best i had ever seen.......we sat quietly and the Bare Naked Ladies were playing on the radio .Frankie looked at me and said "whats that shit" ,rest in peace Frankie......i havent had a drink since 1994 and realize there is good timieing and bad............Thanks for the memories......

[@PrettyFly4aWi-Fi]

I seen them at the knobby when i was 15 & so fking wasted, barfed all over the bar & had the time of my life,,, great time.

[@ianturner2934]

Geez, me too!

[@coyoteran]

The constant ringing in my ears may or may not be attributed to the 3 live Teenage Head shows my wife and I saw back in the day in Saskatoon. Don't regret it for a second. Great band. Great music. Great shows.

[@DonRua]

Same here. I saw them at University of Regina from late 70’s to mid 80’s. Must have been 15+ times. Got to know them. Good guys. Frankie used his popularity to give EVERYBODY a chance. The last gig I had to catch them in Saskatoon. They told me each time they crossed the border to Sask, they would tell new roadies there will be these two guys there (me and my buddy). I still find it hard to accept both Frankie and Gordie are gone.

[@peterprincipe493]

Just saw the TVO documentary on Teenage Head. Sad! Talk about a string of bad luck. Definitely a band that should have gone a lot further. Steve taking it all in Stride. Gord appears to be still suffering with depression, and then the tragic loss of Frankie. I saw them numerous times. GREAT BAND!!!! RIP Frankie!

[@MrWigby]

i agree i still wonder what ever happened to Nick original drummer

[@duncandmcgrath6290]

The doc was interesting and well done .

[@loricook7718]

Broke my heart to watch..die hard teenage fan..even babysat for gord and his wife jenn back in theday..regularly visited fan club...wonderful guys...dropped us off home once from a venue...5 miles short of destination, but close enough!hope gord finds his peace., such a talrnt.

[@christinebrunton1489]

It was a fabulous Documentary!! It took me Back to a happier time in my life!! It made me , Happy, Sad, Nostalgic!!! I feel for Gordie, Depression is Awful, I still listen to Teenage Head!!

[@DonRua]

@@loricook7718please share more real life stories with us. Most of us are fans thru their music. Some of us have met them at their performances. VERY FEW have real life everyday interactions with them. Did you babysit the son that lived with him in the end? How was he as a child?

[@worstknightmayor4439]

I was there!! And drunk! Wish I could be young again!

[@ftmetler]

I was in that dirt cloud in front of the stage! My teeth were brown for the rest of the day lol! Man I loved seeing these guys. They ruled so hard. Hope about that cover of First Time?? Amazing. Happy Canada Day hosers!

[@jefflaben511]

Tremendous. Never saw this video before. Great version. The Boys would tip their hats.

[@brentw1108]

What’s that first song called?

[@ftmetler]

@@brentw1108 Picture my Face!

[@worstknightmayor4439]

I was there, but I don't think I seen you lol

[@duaneperron6295]

wow. loved TH, but,,,, they were on or off, live, so many bad things happened to them still the best punk band ever from Canada. more accolades are due Steve, only surviving member, god bless Teenage Head!!!!

[@agmackinnon854]

Gordie Lewis was outstanding. Thanks for posting this.

[@subculturepresents]

Great Sound !!! Killer Band !!! Teenage Head ;-)

[@bacontrees]

I opened for them at Healey's in Toronto (with my band) in....well, between 2004 and 2008 or something...too many shows affected my brainses....they were great!! I was honoured to open for them and they welcomed us.

[@redcoat4ever323]

All from Westdale Secondary School, Hamilton Ontario

[@vinny3639]

Was there at Molson Park !!so great live luv ya Frankie and Gord.RIP .Great memoriies at the Woody!!

[@ctotheg6357]

R.I.P. Gord Lewis 🎸🙏

[@revwahfair]

My older brother ran sound for them the 1st time they came to Bookies Club 870 in Detroit, 1978. They always were one of the out of town bands that were a must see. The boys Rocked. Sad about Gord Lewis. He was a really good guy. Rock On!!!

[@mbrand19971]

I was still an oldies junkie and I really didn't get into the classic rock wagan till much later but seeing this performance illistrates what I really missed on and Teenage Head were still a popular draw even when their days of radio play was done. Sat in with them once which was 2001 at Healey's doing Heartbreak Hotel.

[@Supesfan88]

EDGE 102 wishes they were even a quarter as cool now as they would have had to be back then, putting on Teenage Head.

[@pppempe]

102.1 the Edge.

[@Supesfan88]

@@pppempe Which ever way you say it, their music is still crap compared to back in the day.

[@MrWigby]

Frantic city loud and proud in my car on a long trip PURE Canadian fun !!!!

[@ronlafreniere4147]

i still allways listen to the head rip frankie

[@StratmanDarrell]

Back in the Brock University days, we started a punk band and covered a lot of their songs. DIsgusteen, Picture my Face, Infected, etc. They were the coolest. Saw them a few times. Sad to think what got Frankie was the same for Eddie Van Halen.

[@DianneTrampoline]

❤

[@dartfrogger]

I'm just slightly too young to have seen them in their heyday.... but at least we have this!!!

[@BeeDeeMusik]

Thanks for sharing. They were great festivals. RIP Frankie

[@novaguy509]

They were good.

[@christopheryounggnomery3761]

I was at this show. I missed the band cuz I met a girl that day and we were hanging out at the beer area. I heard it but it looks like I missed a great show.

[@bassiejazz]

Safe travels Gord Lewis 😓

[@MrRugbyloosehead]

Teenage Head and nothing from Frantic City? As that was their most popular album SETLIST Picture My Face Some Kinda Fun First Time Little Sister (Elvis Presley cover) She's My Girl

[@katstewart5267]

. ♥♥🎅♥♥ December 19/2020 ♥♥🎅♥♥ These guys always packed the Stadium or any venue they jammed at. Iconic legends for Canada 🇨🇦.Teenage head 💖🎙🎵🎼🔥

[@AnneLeighton]

What a great band.

[@skafacecanadaskanorth]

We were on stage earlier that day, it was a blast! Loved Teenage Head

[@seinsmeld13]

RIP Frankie.

[@purplebutterfly7257]

Gordie and Frank. R I P. 💙

[@SIBBYDADDY]

I remember this show very well.

[@danielgoodwin4719]

Frankie venom on canada day ...fuck yeah

[@darich44]

I remember these guys at Duffy's Rockpile

[@swill2342]

RIP Frankie!

[@habcats]

Fuck the rest Heads the best! Great set!

[@montyrayza7220]

Amazing show but the cable feed butchered Gordies guitar sound with improper level matching, it is totally distorted.

[@luke4701]

the hammer rocks

[@cadillacblue3412]

RIP Gord...

[@markusaurelius777]

RIP Gordie Lewis.

[@arricammarques1955]

Broadcast by YTV? : )

[@123GoShop]

Canada Day partying as it was

[@paulmueller2545]

I wish I still had my Teenage Head T-shirt that my brother gave me> Onthe back it said Fuck the rest Heads the best. It wouldn't fit me anymore but what Canadian didn't love these guys.Would have love to seen Frankie sing Disgusteen. I did get to see the new band perform it a few years ago in Stratford.

[@jimbo1959]

I had one as well! Then they Banned them! If you wore it the cops busted you, and took your shirt!! Now I still have one in my cedar chest that says " Gimme Some Teenage Head! It's 45 years old!!

[@paulmueller2545]

@@jimbo1959

[@paulmueller2545]

The cops have No right what so ever to take your shirt, but they were just pushing their authority! My father was a police officer and I wore mine but he would not approve of me wearing it in certain situations, Church,visiting certain people etc. I had my vice principal chasing me through the hallways of the school and I just exited the front door before he ever got near me>

[@jimbo1959]

@@paulmueller2545 Those were the days, when the biggest ordeal of the day was a T-Shirt!!!!

[@jh85075]

OMG CFNY!! What was the name of the club that was on the South side of Gerard Street on the north edge of the park around Homewood avenue? My old high school was Jarvis Collegiate just up the street.

[@brianjanderson6361]

The Coronet

[@Estate1997Italia]

Nobody has ever heard of this band 😂

[@daverawcliffe3212]

Teenage Head were Canada’s greatest punk/ indie band ever, Fuck the Headstones, they were terrible and a joke. Teenage Head started it all, D.O.A were also a staple in Canadian hardcore.

[@lamper2]

What were the Headstones-a tribute band? Good name

[@PeterByker]

@@lamper2 nah, The Headstones are a rock band led by Hugh Dillon, who has since become a famous actor (cult classic movie "Hard Core Logo" and the television series 'Flashpoint"). I personally don't understand the criticism, The Headstones were the real deal.

[@ontarionow]

OKay, I must ask , whats the song called that starts at 6:25

[@KillingAhhhs]

Song is called First Time off of the Head Disorder album

[@marioolave6334]

@@KillingAhhhs it´s a cover kzbin.info/www/bejne/jabQgoZqibB-mdU

[@brentw1108]

What’s that first song called?

[@lamper2]

@@69glamboy I knew that one it's most of the others after some kinda fun(?) I don't know

[@dekemason]

What's the title of the 3rd song?

[@gremlingirl101]

first time..by the boys

[@user-onpointe]

Great band as good as Ramones

[@tanneredge778]

A fucking playlist with time stamps would have been nice

[@dirty_truth290]

Vince Vaughn could play Franke V in a movie!!

[@deepblue1963]

Didn't understand a word. Overrated Canadian band.

[@jjp.8690]

They were a very good bar/party band. Seen them many times back in the day.

[@ronlafreniere4147]

underated sorry

[@joeshlong9614]

Someone’s upset they just realized what they missed out on...

[@jjp.8690]

Always thought they were like a Canadian version of the Ramones.

[@keith1358]

Sorry Padraig but you have missed the whole point. Rather than them being overrated maybe its that you you just don't get it. If its words you are looking for may I suggest reading a book....