What's In a Name

We meet a Toronto rock band that is trying to make a name for itself – quite literally. They already have a name - Calling Wendy - but no one’s called, so with a brand new sound, they need a catchy name to match. To help them choose a name that rocks, they look to the past: From the wildly successful (The Beatles) to the quirky (Bare Naked Ladies) to the completely out there (Flock of Seagulls?) rock band names have helped establish a band’s identity. Our musicians get advice from legendary musician Randy Bachman (The Guess Who, Bachman Turner Overdrive,) Mike Turner (formerly of Our Lady Peace) and entertainment lawyer Zach Werner, who knows a thing or two about what works in the music biz. Rock and roll may claim to be counter- culture but let’s face it, every band wants a name that will get them fame.