Ian Thornley: Big Wreck's Triple Threat

[@coolbyrne]

As a Canadian, it warms my heart to see this underrated musician get some love.

[@TheDavejmcknight]

As a fellow Canadian I applaud you, applauding Ian....lovely artist

[@roscoechance5155]

100% agree

[@michaeleaster1815]

Yes, though it is a bit weird that he is on the 2nd channel and not the massive channel... oh well

[@robertflood552]

100%

[@CaptCanada303]

Couldn’t agree more!

[@nukequinlan]

Ian Thornley is, in my opinion, the most underrated guitarist in modern history. Skill wise, he is in the top 10 modern guitarists.

[@brendanoshea1472]

Top 5, at least. Not too shabby of a singer, either

[@bobabooey4537]

What is a modern guitarist? LOL

[@zesvo]

@@bobabooey4537 Anybody after Robert Johnson I guess.

[@edwardyazinski3858]

@@zesvolol 🎉

[@SillyGoose2024]

Yeah, I don't know about that. Hes technically skilled but I don't really hear any memorable riffs from them.

[@Wadey1960CS]

Criminally underrated band and musicians.

[@audioeye2803]

Inhale is still one of my favorite true fuckin rock tunes of all time.

[@mediocrecoverbandguitarguy2416]

Agreed!!

[@danhann6598]

Yes!!

[@josephvega3763]

Fuck yea!!!!!!!!

[@snevs]

They are brilliant!.

[@davestewart3555]

Most underrated band in Canadian history.

[@sianspherica]

"That Song" is an absolute classic of 90s Canadian alt rock and it blows my mind how the song was huge in Canada but barely known anywhere else. The song has a MASSIVE guitar tone.

[@6stringvillain]

Agreed. Another one with massive sound is Come Again under the Thornley umbrella.

[@BenJuan26]

@@6stringvillain Agreed. The chorus of Come Again is one of the thickest guitar sounds I've ever heard.

[@nvmbrsdoom5]

Here in the midwest U.S. hardly anyone knew that song, but thankfully I got turned onto this record when it came out, and to this day I think "That Song" is one of the all-time greatest rock songs I've ever heard.

[@mark7166]

It's funny. I LOVE Big Wreck, but I can't fuckin stand That Song. They have so much awesome music and almost none of it gets recognition. It's all just That Song and The Oaf. And if you're lucky, Blown Wide Open or Under the Lighthouse.

[@johnedwards5575]

I was fortunate to catch the in Winnipeg at the Pantages Theatre around ‘99?, where seats are all pretty close to the stage. I think at that time they were vibing off the crowd and song, and my brain tells me today that they decided to play That Song twice, and give an extended Blown Wide Open version. I hadn’t seen them since, but I think I have the next few days to figure out what they’ve been up to, and hear what Ian’s got to say.

[@simplrhealthctf]

Travelled 23hrs from Australia to see big Wreck in March 2023, JUST to see this band. Was worth every hour on that plane. The best kept secret in music, period.

[@patrickolivier1]

From Australia to Big Wreck, that has a “thank you Jeff Martin” tag attached to it eh?

[@keithmurray9241]

Makes my trip from DFW to Chicago look pretty silly. Good on you mate!! Wish I could see Dave Hole live..

[@eatingsound373]

​@@keithmurray9241 My dad took me to see him in a dive bar in Cairns when I was 17 (42 now). Was about 2 metres from his amp, amazingly powerful slide player - very loud.

[@neillough3844]

We did UK to see them last summer. Well worth the trip

[@fytakytemusic]

We need to start a petition to get Ian and BW to tour OZ! @BigWreckOfficial Would LOVE to see ‘em live here in Brissie!

[@princealexander6155]

Ian is one of the best vocalists in the world

[@keithmurray9241]

He can sing like an angel or rip through it like a chainsaw. What a voice.

[@JLE999]

Yeah great voice. I've been saying, if Soundgarden ever was going to do another tour as a tribute to Chris and for the fans, Ian would be the guy for that.

[@markdonatelli5742]

Seriously is and writer, master of melody, and shredddds the guitar. It’s insane the talent. 🤘

[@minkorrh]

@@JLE999He _would_ have been the guy for that. His voice isn't anything like you hear on Albatross anymore. I used to be of the same mindset. He had an amazing voice, but that type of vocal ability needs cultivation and protection to be able to be maintained.

[@s.h306]

​@@minkorrh saw them live just a couple months ago and Albatross sounded amazing.

[@SylyS-fz2zcfer]

Ian is a BEAST of a guitar player and a national treasure in Canada. Saw them for the first time live a few years ago and he STILL RIPS as well as the whole band. going strong for 30 years or so. Amazing Canadian band.

[@davidjonorato3554]

It was so fun being behind the camera for this interview…absolutely one of the nicest and gifted cats on the planet. RAWK!!!

[@betbuk]

Were you the "Dave" that asked some of the questions? If so, thank you!

[@davidjonorato3554]

Yes :)

[@betbuk]

@@davidjonorato3554 Yeah, you seem to have a broader understanding of what Ian brings! It takes a bit of an investment because there are so many layers.... it's funny, one of the first "names" for the band was Still Waters.... amazing it's kinda played out like that.... runs deep.

[@docreynolds4697]

I completly agree!

[@mck974]

great work Dave! Ian is a gem! My best friend was Ian's first Guitar Tech and he went on the road with Big Wreck in the early days. He also built the flapjack guitars that Ian uses from time to time. He and I met up with Ian and the band on the road in Buffalo to deliver Ian a new Mouradian guitar. We spent a few nights tagging along with them in the bus and to a few gigs. This was before Brian Doherty's passing and before Sekou joined the band. Paulo Neta was with the band as well. We grilled in the parking lot of the hotel, caught a movie with the band... just chilled with the band all weekend! The experience was so great. They were so cool and nice! Ian is the most talented musician I've come across. What struck me was the sheer size of Ian's hands!! Up close there are veins going down his fingers!!! no wonder he pulls off those bends with ease!! oh, and he's like 8 feet tall!! I'm so glad you guys had Him on here... He flies under the radar, but those who know, know.... he's on another level. Triple threat!

[@philipquesnelle152]

I coach youth volleyball near Toronto and at a tournament about 6 years ago I see a guy standing in the doorway of the gym that looks familiar. It finally hits me and after the match I walk over and ask are you Ian Thornley? He says yes and I say I love your stuff. He gets a big smile, shakes my hand and says thank you very much. He points out his daughter who's playing for one of the Toronto teams.. Just another proud volleyball dad and a super nice guy. Finally got to see them in concert this past new years eve. A couple of amazing memories.

[@mtham24]

Big Wreck is unbelievable! Highly underrated and Ian is a special musician!

[@Danumus14]

Ian is incredibly humble for someone who can sing and play so well.

[@stevesorrell9835]

Ian is absolutely one of my heroes! I am endlessly inspired by him as a singer, songwriter, and guitarist. I hope I get to see him become a living legend.

[@aaronwongiscool]

Crazy underrated band; love Big Wreck

[@docsworld1369]

Great job Rick in putting a spotlight on talent that has escaped so many radar. I discovered Big Wreck by accident. They came up as a recommendation from KZbin Music. The mix of genre is perfect. Ian’s vocals are incredible!! His playing and vocals are on par with Chris Cornell and Richie Kotzen. Absolutely phenomenal and clearly very humble.

[@Bhh-j2s]

I'm 50 now but growing up in Canada in the 90s we had (have) some killer bands. Big Wreck was always top of my list. But then there was Tea Party, Big Sugar, I Mother Earth, The Ghandharvas, Sloan, The Watchmen, Headstones. Man I wanna go back!!!

[@waynejohnstone3685]

Ha! I’m the same vintage. In university big sugar played our pub! Also road apples which was the best hip cover band I’ve seen- aka vegabond groove. I still think I’m a kid but now I’m the old guy in the dressing room lol. Cheers

[@DuMail82]

Don’t forget Wide Mouth Mason!

[@cmaxi]

@@DuMail82saw Winde Mouth over 5 times. He shreds!

[@davidsellers3639]

Big Sugar too for sure 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@Bhh-j2s]

Yes and still touring@@davidsellers3639

[@bigEcatMan]

I'm so over the moon that you've interviewed Ian. He's one of my favorite guitarist and I was always hoping you'd get him on your network. Now if the rest of America would just jump on, he'd get the broad audience he so rightly deserves.

[@rcameron4091]

I agree . Just saw big wreck a few months ago . Fantastic and inspiring .

[@EB-bl6cc]

it's crazy, some of the canadian guys like Ian Thornley and Devin Townsend are some of the best in the business and yet so much less known. It's criminal

[@SpotWorksLNC]

My 26 year old son asked if I had heard of the band Thornley. I said no, and he played me their epic song Come Again. I relied, ya I’ve heard that song but didn’t know the band. I continued “the singer sounds like the lead singer of Big Wreck”. Thus began my deeper dive into both bands and Ian ‘s great talent. Love his incredible playing and voice.

[@JulianEstrada93]

There you have it, the best rock guitarist and vocalist alive. Finally some credit.

[@ronamram3067]

I discovered Big Wreck about 6 months ago and haven't stopped playing them since. Ghosts is such an unreal album.

[@Torgo1969]

I love the title song. Is the rest of the album up at that level?

[@EB-bl6cc]

@@Torgo1969 the whole album is great

[@DrScottzy]

Seen Big Wreck and Thornley live six times. SO good. My wife and I were front row centre, like 6 feet away from Ian, at the Pleasure and Greed surprise release show at The Horseshoe in Toronto. Best show ever.

[@RX120D]

I love how Rick fawns over Ian at the start. Rick has interviewed some of the most widely known and famous musicians in the world, yet Ian is the guy that he clearly fanboy's over. That's a real testament to Ian as a musician. Top tier.

[@Tripoutski]

OMG! You did Big Wreck! I love this Rick! I dated a Canadian girl in the 90's and she said "You gotta hear this!" I have been a BIG fan ever since! Ian is awesome.

[@jayreynolds4556]

SO GREAT....I too had a "You gotta hear this" moment with Big Wreck!!!

[@jerryspeedbumps512]

Big Wreck was in town last year or so. That show was awesome! so many great songs! Tbh, very few musicians put out albums I can listen to, front to end, and enjoy it all. Big Wreck has that.

[@mathtrixmusiclix4248]

WHAT !? Rick! You’re a BEAST! As a Canadian, I approve this interview! 🇨🇦

[@michaelgreene4816]

What????? What????? Alex and Geddy next!

[@TurboWizard69]

Ian is *the* most underrated guitarist of all time. His axe-chops and vocal abilities are intimidatingly good. Surprised to see him on here, but thankful, because it is more than deserved

[@guillaumeledique3401]

A business buddy of mine just pointed me in the direction of Big Wreck earlier this week... haven't stopped listening to them since. Absolute gem of a band, and what a great persona Ian is!

[@colinpatricklindsay]

Still my favourite show that I’ve ever seen, Big Wreck in Toronto. It was perfect. I waited back behind the venue and talked to the rhythm player for 30min in the cold, so down to earth. Another Canadian player that I love is Joey Landreth, a phenomenal player. What a great interview here, cheers!

[@ttop23]

If you take nothing else away from this interview, let it be that it is possible to be unbelievably talented and incredibly humble and cool at the same time.

[@CBDguitar]

Well said! No "I'm a rock star, look at me!" ego whatsoever.

[@OliveAir26]

Honestly, I’ve never delved too deep into interviews or anything with Ian Thornley. I’m just a huge fan of everything he touches. But that “jelly finger” thing at the end of the interview had me HOWLING at the moon.

[@Angelicus-p5p]

For a detailed interview on Ongoing History of New Music with Alan Cross there's an "In his own words" interview part 1&2 posted in January from a couple years ago. Including piano lessons at 5.

[@robpearson9526]

And most of all, be from, what used to be the best country in the world to live in! Well until 8 years ago!

[@robpearson9526]

AND, to be from, what used to be the best country in the world to live in. That was until 8 years ago!

[@4dmind]

There are two bands I've flown to another country solely to see them live - Thornley was one, and since I've seen Big Wreck several times. Big Wreck is my "if you could only have one band" pick. Ian is insanely under-rated as a guitarist, producer, singer - and also as a lyricist. And I've met him and he is very genuine, intelligent and true. It's just amazing to see you interview him, Rick.

[@h-drumz]

Love this! He should be on your main channel. Ian is a treasure and unfortunately under exposed.

[@davidkyle2073]

If you haven’t heard “Albatross”, run don’t walk to your nearest music service. Amazing tune. Wish they had more in that style …

[@BlackCatBonz]

Ian is one of the best guitar players in rock, an incredible improviser, and humble to boot. Another guy that makes you proud to be Canadian.

[@bradleystroup1457]

Ian is so underrated. Big Wreck has so many great songs. It's criminal how they're not superstars

[@Kjell777Iverson]

"The biggest ego in the room always has to be the song". Never heard that before. Such a great approach to song writing / recording

[@davidsellers3639]

🎯

[@otter662]

Big Wreck and Ian Thornley at Suhr festival recordings are a must watch. I really enjoyed Ian's Suhr live version of 'Under the lighthouse'.

[@NeXusZT]

This man deserves all the recognition he gets. And I honestly don't think Ian gets enough. A true guitar virtuoso and masterful songwriter.

[@G-Man4809]

Please Do another interview and more guitar playing, with Ian!!! I could listen to him for HOURS!! Love Big Wreck!!! Loved Thornley too!

[@Angelicus-p5p]

If you search KZbin there are 30 hours of interviews with him. With Pete Thorn, Hawksley Workman on the Stumble Forward (lots about writing and hopefully a future one about their Zep fandom), even voice with Chris Liepe.

[@betbuk]

@@Angelicus-p5p some of the most insightful and revealing talks about his creative process and the thinking behind the music! Rick barely scratched Ian's music!

[@syx3s]

ian deserves so much more reverence before he ages out of all of this. he is still currently one of the best guitarists that has ever lived. he should be regarded as so.

[@dvs0n3]

Yay Ian Thornley, a wonderfully nice man (have had the pleasure to meet him) and an awesome guitar player, on top of that an amazing singer, and song writer.

[@joegabbard5281]

Old Wrecker here! Loves me some Thornley! He's one extra tasty player BW forever!!!!!!!!

[@chrismcdad]

In the Summer of 2024 in Edmonton at K-Days I stood in the crowd and was deeply moved by their live show. An amazing Canadian band.

[@dwmichaels]

These interviews you do are so f'ing great! Having a connection to the world yourself makes it so much more fun when there is back and forth over ideas, relationships, and stories. Tons of fun. Thank you for these. I also love that they are focused on music & the people and not looking for a story to expose. Every guest appears to be comfortable and having a good time, as well.

[@axe2grind244]

They have been one of my favorite bands since In Loving Memory. If you grew up in Buffalo you got all the Canadian radio stations and all the incredible bands many Americans never heard of. Ian Thornley, Matthew Good and many other Canadian artists are S tier Hall of Fame musicians.

[@jeffreymusser8450]

A friend of mine texted me about this interview because he knows I’m the biggest Big Wreck fan, maybe on planet earth… But I gotta say, Rick sort of dropped the ball on this interview… It’s cool to talk about artists that influenced the artist you’re interviewing and all…and have that artist show off some guitar licks…etc… But to ONLY talk about Big Wreck’s debut album is CRIMINAL… They have been on an absolute HEATER since Albatross…album after album - all they’ve done is write incredible melodic rock tunes… The best thing to come out of this interview is that it sounds like I have 18 new Big Wreck songs coming soon… Can’t wait!!!

[@betbuk]

Yeah man! Pages .1 has 6 varied KILLER tracks and the remaining 12 are JUST as good! They keep upping their game! Yeah, Rick needed to spend some hours with the albums.... much to digest!

[@Angelicus-p5p]

I would add that this interview is from June so yes, some of that new music is out in Pages 1.

[@jeffreymusser8450]

@@Angelicus-p5p - the interview was recorded back in June??? The 18 song recording session makes more sense now… I didn’t even realize the November Pages release was the first of 3…that explains the 18 songs Ian refers to… I love the way they’re releasing new material in small bursts…

[@davidlenchner940]

I saw Big Wreck back in December at a tiny venue in Oakland, CA. Fantastic show but they need to be playing some bigger theaters and show everyone here how great they are.

[@winston67]

Props to Rick for having this amazing musician on your show. Criminally underrated musician.

[@mrburns366]

He's one of my favorite musicians of all time. Been a fan for nearly 30 years and never knew he played keys!

[@GregWalker-by3ue]

This interview was such a wonderful surprise! I'm from Winnipeg, Canada and Big Wreck is a rock radio staple up here. I have to say I was never really a big fan, but this interview changed my mind! Ian Thorney is such a great interview, and , as always, Rick brings the best out of his guest. I was pleasantly surprised that Rick is a fan, as I thought Big Wreck was pretty much "only known in Canada band"...but of course, Rick being Rick - he finds the cool bands and guitar players from everywhere. If Rick's Sting interview was a delicious main course, this was a really sweet dessert that sends you home smiling and satisfied. Yeah, Canada, and great job, Rick!!!!

[@circleVI]

me too dude! Last time I saw these guys they absolutely blew the roof off the Morden Corn & Apple festival of all things 🤘

[@FrancisFarmerMusic]

I was very pleasantly surprised to see you having Ian on here! Such a great musician!!! You guys were mainly talking about his guitar work, but his vocal range and tone are incredible

[@taraoram]

My gosh he is so brilliant. He truly is Musical Magic.

[@donovanjones4175]

I have another take, a lot of Canadian truckers listen to this band, loud in the truck. His lyrics really hit home with a lot of us who are working long lonely hours and his words ring deep in our souls. Thank you Ian, you won’t read this as you say, but know this, you help us get through our sometimes shitty world, the songs are really how we feel.

[@thwiftlythwept7023]

The world needs a Big Wreck version of Give Me Forty Acres lol.

[@TheNadaladaDOTnet]

RIck, THANK YOU for this. Ian has it ALL; vocals, tone, feel, originality, vibe......man. He is the deal. The REAL deal.

[@flyingaxeman7343]

I love that Thornley likes Kings X , I'm going back to church this April can't wait. Ian Thornley is the hugest Canadian musical monster ever.

[@MagnumMuscle1000]

And Genesis!

[@zesvo]

Don't forget Scott Merritt!

[@hutchdrums3495]

Ian Thornley..Sekou,Dave and Chris.. and all of the previous members are phenomenal.. what a fucking band!!!😎🔥❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🍺

[@john2me707]

I respect you more than ever Rick. Big Wreck. Cheers to our Canadian brothers! So many great Canadian bands.

[@tonepilot]

Have always loved Big Wreck. So great to see Ian on your show.

[@longboard3816]

Seen Ian live many times. Unreal guitar player, and his voice is frighteningly good. Rivals Cornell. Very underrated.

[@stephenphillips6245]

Saw Big Wreck, in concert, four times for a reason. Big Guitar sound !

[@Th3DarkCanuck]

I've had the pleasure to see Big Wreck many times (mostly small bars) he's amazing live. A Canadian treasure!

[@marklaforest]

My band opened for Big Wreck once in Barrie Ontario on New Year’s Eve. It was an outdoor gig and it was -30° Celsius. Really friggin cold. We did our little set then they went on. They played their entire set despite the crowd being a little sparse on account of the weather. Ian did not complain about the cold once. Not only did he not complain about it, he didn’t even acknowledge it. To play at their level in that weather is next level shit.

[@BTSrocker]

One of the best triple threats out there. I found out about Big Wreck 3 years ago and ive never found a band that i can listen to their entire catalog and be so content. Ian has become a huge influence on my guitar playing since then.

[@trevorallison1046]

Ian is one of the greatest guitar players around right now and he doesn't get any of the credit he deserves.

[@jontannermusic]

Thornley is one of my favorite musicians, song writer, vocalist and live performer. A total Monster and super underrated!

[@AUTOSAD777]

This was a surprise. Man, Big Weck is such a buried gem for fans of hard alternative rock. I saw them live and they were EVEN BETTER than the recordings, which is rare.

[@scottbabb4485]

FINALLY! I've been a fan since '97. As a MA native, I still consider Big Wreck a hometown band. Whenever they come to Boston, I'm there. Ian has been such an influence on my playing. Just a monster player and prolific songwriter.

[@user-fi7ju4nj9b]

LOVE Ian! Had trouble accepting compliments. Loosened up talking about how much he likes King's X. Then Beato changed the subject to Zeppelin: "Which is the best Zeppelin record?" And Ian's vibe is like, "Shit, it's not like they ever made a Dogman." PURE music lover & musician. RESPECT

[@radcochran]

The first Thornley record was an amazing rock record! From beginning to end, every song!!!!

[@gear-head]

THANK-YOU RICK!! Ian Thornley is a guitar and song writing virtuoso. His playing, stellar vocals and songwriting relate to everyone. His style of guitar playing, his tone, songwriting and arranging, is second to none!! They always compare him to other musicians like Chris Cornell… who is not even close to Ian in talent or vocals.

[@psychofunksoldier02]

Immediate thumbs up for Ian Thornley!!

[@crazedzealots]

Ian is one of the best live singers i've ever seen. When I first heard him I thought he was copying Chris Cornell. But, when I saw him live and bought his albums I learned he is so much more. He's incredible, absolutely incredible live. I've seen him three times and everytime it's one of the best vocal performances i've ever heard or felt. I was a singer in a band and could sing just like my idols when I was in my prime. But Ian man he's one of the best ever. He's one of the best talents to come out of the 1990's just like Layne Staley, Eddie Vedder, Chris Cornell, Scott Weiland, Kurt Cobain, Jeff Buckley.

[@chrismcdad]

IMHO Ian was FAR better live than the former Mr. Cornell.

[@docreynolds4697]

Ian is a huge family man with so much talent. I've had multiple conversations with him back stage, and he's exactly what you see in this intervew. He'll sit down and and share his energy equally amongst whoever is around. He doesn't try to outshine anyone ever. LOL It blows your mind when you walk up to him sitting cross-legged backwards at a picnic table and he invites you to sit down, and the conversation is just so organic, yet the "magic" that is pooring from his hands while speaking/sharing about life is mind melting. Just having experiences like this show how humble of a person who he is. (no disrespect, but, the clips shown where Ian is playing, wasn't as flowing as I've experieced in the past. understandably so, because it's an interview) Not only as a Canadian or a musician, but as a human, Thank you Ian. Great job Rick for the insight to have him on. Dave great questions as well. This was a great hour for myself, well spent, that brought back a lot of memories. Thank you!

[@stevenmarsh4051]

Saw them perform recently. Ian is a Canadian treasure. So happy to see you get him on the channel Rick!

[@martinlaporte2112]

Ian is one of the greatest musicians of his generation. A true master all-around. And as a die-hard Big Wreck fan, this interview is absolutely incredible.

[@valuedhumanoid6574]

TBH I have never heard of him or Big Wreck. But that's why I am here, Rick opens my horizons to all kinds of music I never would have thought of

[@chriscoote2690]

Listen to their entire discography…hours and hours of great music…

[@WITELITE]

I can not think of a better songwriter, singer, and guitar player in one package. I hope you also put this on your main channel as well so your 4MM subscribers see it. This guy should be famous. Brilliant interview as always!!!

[@jmac4313]

Yes please, post to the main channel. I would love for people to discover Big Wreck, you absolutely will not be disappointed. I blew a car speaker playing Wolves, truly one of my favourites.

[@patrickmunkholm4404]

"It makes me wanna simultaneously practice and quit!" Even that riff off the top of his head is epic.

[@sabscanada]

World’s most underrated artist right there!

[@CPutaansuu]

This is such a treat to have Ian Thornley on your show. I've been a Big Wreck fan since about 1997 and I just saw them live for the first time a few months ago. My mind was blown, and I smiled ear-to-ear the entire show.

[@chrismcdad]

Same story here! Last year I stood in awe and nearly in manly man tears, they moved me so much.

[@77Musicnut]

Big Wreck is a killer band and Ian Thornley is an absolute GENIUS musician. So thankful that Rick has put a spotlight on them

[@Metal-Josh]

I’ve always been an Ian Thornley fan, pretty well since the first Big Wreck album. Something about his range of styles, sounds very good. Totally underrated talent. Bands like Big Wreck are the reason why I grow as a music fan. I like my rock and metal, but then guys like Ian make me appreciate prog, and blues riffs. Real talent

[@imr438]

I've just discovered this band, and they are amazing. So glad they're getting some exposure. The Pages EP is wall to wall excellence.

[@Max_Flexington]

Ive always considered Ian and big wreck as the most criminally underrated band ever. It’s nice to see him getting his flowers now. Next up, Jag Tanna of I Mother Earth!

[@carlwrobel1525]

Thornley has the best rock singing voice in the game! Fan since 1996 from Niagara Falls NY.

[@clubstone1]

At the legendary evening Star concert hall

[@carlkennedy7481]

Underrated, I love Ian Thornley been a fan since growing up in the 90's. Rick, please get Jeff Martin on, another criminally underrated Canadian Musician.

[@jj15ball]

This video is 4 hours old and already has over 12k views! Ian and Big Wreck have been a staple on my playlist since I first heard The Oaf. Criminally underrated in the US. Seriously one of the greatest singer/song writers on the planet, and he can shred without sounding mechanical like some metronome zombies.

[@mikestillwagon5675]

What I love is that all of his stuff- his soloing, writing, lyrics, everything- is entirely devoid of cliches yet somehow manages to sound and feel familiar.

[@screamingliner]

Ohhhhhh myy gosh! Big Wreck on Beato! Sweeet. Band deserves a bigger audience.

[@ryanallen5663]

Had no clue my two favorite artists are best friends!! Both stunning vocals and guitarists. Love Ian and Miles. Let's have lunch. I'll buy!

[@billdoebler643]

Rick, I’ve been watching your channels for years and have just been waiting for you to talk to Ian. I’m in Buffalo, NY, so like you were saying about Rush, I felt that Big Wreck was just a “local band”. Thank you for doing what you do and for giving us all the opportunity to meet these amazing musicians!! Bill

[@Red-yx5yo]

i saw Big Wreck in Springfield Illinois and then followed them to St Louis to see them again. the next night Good times.

[@danielkaaska54]

I remember when i found Big Wreck i was completely in shock why this band isn't huge. They are awesome and so underrated!

[@Fawst]

HOW DID I MISS THIS INTERVIEW?! I've been DYING to see Rick do a video on Big Wreck! One of my favorite bands, and no one seems to have talked about them by me since 1997!

[@Angelicus-p5p]

Teasing Pages2 EP at Ontario shows this month and he's doing an anniversary show in November in Vancouver of Thornley- Come Again.

[@cherrypickerguitars]

I love Big Wreck! Ian’s former drummer, Chuck Keeping, got his start in my Blues bar in London Ontario, the good old Other Side of Five! Cheers, Chuck!

[@YourArtistRob]

Absolutely an ALL TIME favorite musician of mine!

[@DonJoeBob]

For rock fans, if you don't love Big Wreck, you just haven't heard them yet. They're that good.

[@sonuvasteele2226]

People don't talk about Ian enough. I've been listening to BW since 96 and I can't even tell you how many times I've asked people if they know who the band is or even Ian and get head shakes. Ian is an amazing guitar player and song writer. Deserves more recognition for sure.

[@rcameron4091]

Being from Ontario also , it is fantastic to see Ian Thornley on a international platform like your channel . I've seen Big wreck from the early day's in clubs to present , and the dedication to giving an inspiring performance to their fans is unwavering . One of the few truly authentic and inspiring bands of this era .

[@nolanbalzer1796]

One of my favourite guitarists. Thank you for featuring him.

[@r0flgal0re]

A million days, in my opinion has one of the best guitar solos ever! Ian is a legend.

[@jeffwolinski2659]

It's phenomenal, check out my bud Kajun Kelley's video of him playing a harmony part along with it, well worth it!