Trooper's music has become entrenched in the lore of
Canadiana and Canuck culture, arguably more than any other
rock band, meaning the band's popularity has never really waned.
~ Jim Barber, Metroland Media Group
2011: sro and record crowds
Trooper's 2011 touring season saw sold out and record crowds across the country. "It was, without question, the best, most successful and most fun tour I can remember," reports singer Ra McGuire on his blog. "As he did last year, my brother-in-arms Gogo snapped photos from his vantage point at the keyboards. I'd like to thank him again for this. Just like last year, I'm blown away by seeing pictures of all the shows in one place. It was a helluva tour." (as seen from the stage)
a new, improved greatest hits collection
Trooper's New, Updated, Remastered, Greatest Hits Collection
To celebrate their 35th Anniversary, Trooper and Universal Music Canada are proud to announce the release of a totally updated and re-mastered CD: “Hits From 10 Albums” - a new collection featuring songs spanning the entirety of their recording career. Now available at Trooper Store (full story)connect
There are not enough words to describe the incredible time I had with my very own pretty lady last night, you guys raised more than a little hell. Thank you so much for such a wonderful, energetic show.
~ facebook fan
Took my gf (she's 51) to her FIRST rock concert and I'm glad it was Trooper. You guys still rock ! Thanks, we had a great evening. :-)
~ facebook fan
You played for my company Christmas party a few years ago! Man, I couldn't talk for a few days, my voice was totally gone from singing along! Keep rockin'!!!
~ facebook fan
You guys were great tonight.....amazing show......Thank you so much.....and taking the time for pictures and autographs shows that you care about your fans. Thanks again.
~ facebook fan
you guys are so rad, man. I've seen you three times already. just recently turned 19 and was pretty stoked that now i can see you at ANY venue, not just the all ages one
~ facebook fan
recent news and events
Congratulations to band brother Clayton Hill who has just launched his new website for his new album! Go check it out: claytonhillmusic.com!
Edmonton's up! 99.3 hosted a musical tournament all summer "to determine the ultimate feel good song" based entirely on listeners' votes by phone and online. Trooper's 'Here For A Good Time' was declared the winner after beating out finalist 'Summer of 69' (Bryan Adams). HFAGT defeated 'Walk of Life' (Dire Straits), 'Beat It' (Michael Jackson), and 'Twist & Shout' (Beatles), among other popular songs, to get into the final. (link)
While in Moncton, NB, Trooper was surprised by fan and wood-burning artist Wanda MacKenzie when she and her friends presented the band with a very unique gift. Click + to see it. (read more)
Trooper's 2011 touring season saw sold out and record crowds across the country. Here's a news clip about their Surrey BC Canada Day show:
Surrey celebrates in 'phenomenal' fashion
Surrey Mayor Dianne Watts raised a little hell at the city's Canada Day party. "I've found a new career as a backup singer for Trooper," Watts quipped... (read more)
Surrey celebrates in 'phenomenal' fashion
Surrey Mayor Dianne Watts raised a little hell at the city's Canada Day party. "I've found a new career as a backup singer for Trooper," Watts quipped... (read more)
John The Rock Doctor interviewed Ra McGuire about the "Hits From 10 Albums" release, band history, lesser known album tracks, and much more. The resulting excellent, in-depth interview has been posted in its entirety at Gonzo Online. Go read it here! (link)
While in Halifax, Ra McGuire had fun geeking-out on music, Apple and the tech world in general with tech savant, writer, and musician Jim Dalrymple, also Editor in Chief of LoopInsight. Here is Jim's article about two nights hanging with the Trooper boys. "New and old bands could learn a lot from Trooper on how to put on a successful concert." (link)
Elvis Costello, Don Cherry and now... Trooper's Ra McGuire sings at the Stanley Cup 2011 Game One (link)
"If i was in charge of debates there would be red carpet & kleig lights. Also Ron James would warm up the crowd and Trooper would close (To ensure the audience stays)" ~ Rick Mercer (@rickmercer) tweets during April 12th Federal Election debate
"The Boys in the Bright White Sports Car" has been named one of the Top 10 Canadian car tunes by The Globe & Mail. (article)
Trooper kicks off the new touring season with a show on the Caribbean island of Curacao, after which they'll stay on to enjoy a short holiday in the tropical sun before they head out to raise a little hell across Canada. ()
A Trooper song is in "Drive Angry 3D", a supernatural action film released February 25, 2011 starring Nicolas Cage. The director is quoted: "That Trooper song ['Raise a Little Hell'] was perfect. We played it for our producer, Michael De Luca, and he was like, 'That song's awesome!'" (article)
In the summer of 2009, Academy Award-winning director John Zaritsky and producer Montana Berg approached Trooper about featuring "We're Here for a Good Time" in a significant scene of their documentary, LEAVE THEM LAUGHING, "a musical comedy about dying" and real life story of the talented and indomitable Carla Zilbersmith. After viewing a rough six minute clip of the film, the band was instantly on board, pledging their active support of the film.
The documentary has been making the film festival circuit, winning awards and getting rave reviews along the way, and has now been nominated for a Genie Award, Canada's most prestigious theatrical honour. Trooper sends their congratulations to John, Montana, and Maclen!
The documentary has been making the film festival circuit, winning awards and getting rave reviews along the way, and has now been nominated for a Genie Award, Canada's most prestigious theatrical honour. Trooper sends their congratulations to John, Montana, and Maclen!
A high school in Melville, Sask posted a lipdub of "We're Here for Good Time" on YouTube and prompted a CBC story on "The Afternoon Edition". ()
"One Life No Regrets" is a documentary from filmmaker Patrick Stark who interviews Trooper's Ra McGuire and other artists to find out what it's like to sing. Watch the movie trailer.
"The band and the crowd were drenched, there was steam rising off the audience and you couldn't have wiped the grins off everyone's faces with a Louisville Slugger." - White Rock Sun ()
Raise a Little Hell Rockin' Big Band Style
Is this the best cover ever done of "Raise a Little Hell"? We think it's definitely a contender! And with horns, fiddle, and combat boots, no less! Jet Stream is not what you'd imagine a Royal Canadian Air Force Band to be. Check out this rockin' arrangement of "Hell" they played on Winnipeg Breakfast Television with BT Host Drew Kozub.
December 31 - Winnipeg MB - McPhillips Street St
February 23 - Moncton NB - Closed private event
February 25 - Saskatoon SK - Prairieland Park
May 12 - Neepawa MB - Yellowhead Center
August 03 - TBA - TBA
August 04 - TBA - TBA
August 11 - Regina SK - Closed private event
Details on these and additional Trooper shows here.
best summer tour ... ever
Trooper band and crew at Kelowna BC airport heading home after the last show of a hugely successful Summer 2011 tour. (larger image) 
"So what happens next? Politics, that's what. At this juncture, with our imaginary record contract in the balance, anything could happen. At one extreme, the whole adventure could end in a Commitments-worthy stalemate, possibly concluding with a drunken Irish fist fight."
terri clark - here for a good time
CCMA Female Artist of the Year performs "We're Here for a Good Time" at national awards. Track hits 
"The gig was super high energy, my favorite quote of the night was: 'people here don't usually go ape-shit like that' "
gogo's fotos
Trooper fans "Here for a Good Time" at Trooper's Dauphin Countryfest show in Dauphin Manitoba 
Trailer Park Boys sing Raise a Little Hell [VIDEO]
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