Track 1 from their self-titled debut album “Prism” released in 1977 copyright GRT Records. It was recorded at Can-Base Studios in Vancouver where the band was formed. Trumpet player and rookie producer Bruce Fairbairn would go on to greatness in later years recording albums for many of the biggest rock bands of the 80’s and 90’s including Bon Jovi, Aerosmith, AC/DC & Van Halen. Sadly, in 1999, he was found dead in his Vancouver home by Jon Anderson of Yes during the mixing sessions for Yes’ album “The Ladder.” His cause of death was ruled unknown. Most of the songs on the album were written by drummer Jim Vallance under the pseudonym Rodney Higgs. He left the band soon after the album was released and continued his career as Bryan Adam’s songwriting partner and a notable producer of other artists including Celine Dion. Guitarist Tom Lavin went on to be the frontman and principle songwriter for his new group the Powder Blues Band and bassist Ab Bryant later became a member of the bands Chilliwack and Headpins. In 1984 the members of the original lineup, who were only together for this album, began making plans to regroup. On a dark and snowy Christmas Eve night, singer Ron Tabak decided to ride his bike to keyboardist John Hall’s home to discuss plans for the reunion. It’s believed that he was sideswiped by a vehicle, which caused him to crash his bike and suffer a head injury. He was taken to a Burnaby hospital by ambulance, at which point he became erratic and uncooperative. He began to slur his words and became abusive with the medical staff. Suspecting alcohol or drug abuse, the police were called, he was arrested and that “long-haired troublemaker” was thrown in the drunk tank overnight. He was found unconscious the next morning and was transported back to the hospital. Doctors found a large blood clot had formed on his brain due to the head injury and it was deemed responsible for his actions the night before, which were completely out of character for him. As doctors were preparing to operate, he sadly passed away on the morning of Christmas Day. On March 8, 2011, the song “Spaceship Superstar” was played for the crew of the shuttle Discovery as they awoke at the International Space Station to embark on their return flight to Earth and the end of their final mission. Discovery had been in space for at least a year of total flight time on its many missions, the most of any space shuttle, and was retired from service. The song was inspired by the movie “Star Wars” which was released the same year. The album received average reviews and although hugely successful in Canada, where it was certified Platinum in 1983, it only reached No. 137 on the Billboard chart. Recorded from the original vinyl. Written by Jim Vallance and produced by Bruce Fairbairn. RIP Ron Tabak, Bruce Fairbairn & Rocket Norton. Featuring:

Ron Tabak - Lead vocals
Lindsay Mitchell – Lead, rhythm & pedal steel guitars & background vocals
John Hall – Keyboards & background vocals
Tom Lavin – Rhythm guitar & background vocals
Ab Bryant – Bass
Jim Vallance as Rodney Higgs – Drums, keyboards & arrangements
Special Guests:
Bruce Fairbairn – Trumpet & horn arrangements
Tom Keenlyside – Tenor sax & flute

Every night is a different flight to a different galaxy
Do a sold-out show then I hit the road in my starship limousine
Get so damned tired and uninspired doin' all these one-night stands
It's a giant leap for rock 'n' roll, but it's too much for just one man

I'm a spaceship superstar
Got a solar-powered laser beam guitar
(He's a spaceship superstar)
I'm at the top of all the charts on Mars
(Got a solar-powered laser beam guitar)
I'm a spaceship superstar

On Mercury they're crazy about my stellar rock 'n' roll
And I always sell out in advance at the Martian Astrobowl
The fans, they swarm like meteorites to our concerts on the moon
You should've seen us knock 'em dead on Venus doin' all our favorite tunes

I'm a spaceship superstar
Got a solar-powered laser beam guitar
(He's a spaceship superstar)
I'm at the top of all the charts on Mars
(Got a solar-powered laser beam guitar)
I'm a spaceship superstar

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