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Sounds Of Calgary showcases the landscapes and artists of Calgary. The project explores areas of the city we sometimes take for granted by creating a dialogue about what makes the city special to individuals, sharing the artistic and historic beauty of Calgary, and raising the profile of local musicians. The Sound of Calgary podcasts showcase [...]

Sounds of Calgary: Calgary Tower with Shine Machine

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Photo courtesy of Foxtongue (Flickr)

The Calgary Tower was built in 1967 as a centennial project by Husky Oil. At the time it was the tallest structure in Calgary (in fact in Canada outside of Toronto) and the tallest structure of its kind, standing at 190.8 metres tall. It hosts a revolving restaurant, a carillon that chimes everyday at noon and a glass-floored observation deck. It’s a popular attraction for locals and tourists alike. Shine Machine is the duo of local musicians Steve Fletcher & Jonathan May, they’re talented local musicians who play a variety of genres and today’s recording session was no exception.