Bachman-Turner Overdrive has proudly unveiled their latest single, titled “60 Years Ago,” marking the band’s first release of new music since the 1984 album BTO. This track serves as a heartfelt tribute to Winnipeg, the vibrant Canadian city where the iconic rock band originated in 1973. The song not only celebrates the band’s roots but also their enduring legacy in the music world.

Leading the band, Randy Bachman, who was previously a member of the legendary Guess Who, also hails from Winnipeg, a city rich in musical history dating back to the ’60s. The new song features original vocalist Fred Turner, along with guitarist Tal Bachman and drummer KoKo Bachman. Notably, it includes a captivating guitar solo by fellow Canadian rock legend Neil Young, adding a unique flair to the track.

In a recent press release announcing the track, Bachman expressed gratitude for the city that shaped their musical journey, stating, “As a thank-you to Winnipeg, the city that shaped us, I wrote a song called ’60 Years Ago.’ This song is our tribute to Winnipeg, the place where we grew up as teenagers in the ’60s, a time when the city’s music scene was exploding. It was the Liverpool of North America, a melting pot of incredible talents.”

Listen to the song below and immerse yourself in its nostalgic vibes.

Bachman further shared, “Everyone I’ve talked to who spent time in Winnipeg and witnessed that musical explosion is excited to hear this song, and I hope you all enjoy it as much as we enjoyed creating it.” The excitement surrounding this release is palpable, and fans are eager to embrace the new sound.

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In a remarkable comeback, Bachman-Turner Overdrive resumed their musical journey with a tour last year, promising fans new music and the first BTO album of original material in over four decades. “We’re working on new BTO stuff, and it’s got to sound like 1976 and 1977,” Bachman shared in an interview with UCR’s Matt Wardlaw in 2024, hinting at the band’s dedication to their classic sound.

“It’s really easy – I saved all of my gear from the ’70s. I built a new home studio, and all of my ’70s rack mount gear, including all of my Neve and Trident modules, are right here. I’ve got the guitars and the amps. … It’s amazing. I’m having fun. It’s great,” Bachman enthused, illustrating his passion for music creation.

(Additionally, Bachman has recently discussed the possibility of a reunion tour with the Guess Who, scheduled for 2026, featuring singer Burton Cummings.)

The release of "60 Years Ago" signifies the first music under the band’s name since 1996’s Trial by Fire Greatest & Latest, which included revamped versions of some of BTO’s most beloved tracks recorded without Bachman. Furthermore, this new single doubles as a charitable effort, with proceeds benefiting the Bridge to Nowhere Charity Ride, a nonprofit cycling club dedicated to helping end chronic homelessness in Winnipeg, as stated on its website.

Discover Bachman-Turner Overdrive’s Upcoming Concerts in 2025

The eagerly awaited single “60 Years Ago” arrives just days prior to the launch of Bachman-Turner Overdrive’s 2025 tour, kicking off in Canada on April 1. This tour promises to be a thrilling experience for fans.

In July, the band will also perform in the United States, sharing the stage with the Marshall Tucker Band and Jefferson Starship for multiple dates. BTO’s current tour schedule will keep them active throughout the summer, culminating on August 23 in Albuquerque.

Check out the comprehensive list of Bachman-Turner Overdrive’s 2025 concert dates below.

Back in Overdrive 2025 Canada Tour Dates With April Wine and Headpins
April 1 – Victoria, BC – Save On Foods Memorial Centre
April 3 – Abbotsford, BC – Abbotsford Centre
April 4 – Penticton, BC – South Okanagan Event Centre
April 6 – Cranbrook, BC – Western Financial Place
April 8 – Prince George, BC – CN Centre
April 9 – Grand Prairie, AB – Bonnetts Energy Centre
April 11 – Calgary, AB – Event Centre at Grey Eagle Casino
April 12 – Calgary, AB – Event Centre at Grey Eagle Casino
April 13 – Lethbridge, AB – VisitLethbridge.com Arena
April 15 – Regina, SK – Brandt Centre
April 17 – Brandon, MB – Westoba Place at Keystone Centre
April 19 – Winnipeg, MB – Canada Life Centre
April 24 – Kitchener, ON – The Aud (Kitchener Memorial Auditorium)
April 26 – Toronto, ON – Great Canadian Resort Toronto
April 28 – St. Catharines, ON – Meridian Centre
April 29 – Peterborough, ON – Peterborough Memorial Centre
May 1 – London, ON – Canada Life Place
May 2 – Ottawa, ON – The Arena at TD Place
May 4 – Sudbury, ON – Sudbury Arena
May 5 – Laval, QC – Place Bell
May 7 – Saint John, NB – TD Station
May 8 – Halifax, NS – Scotiabank Centre

Bachman-Turner Overdrive, the Marshall Tucker Band and Jefferson Starship Join Forces for the Roll On Down the Highway 2025 Tour
July 18 – Council Bluffs, IA – Harrah’s Stir Cove
July 19 – Welch, MN – Treasure Island Casino
July 20 – Fargo, ND – Scheels Arena
July 22 – Interlochen, MI – Kresge Auditorium
July 24 – Appleton, WI – Neuroscience Group Field
July 25 – Terre Haute, IN – The Mill Terre Haute
July 26 – Huber Heights, OH – Rose Music Center
August 1 – El Reno, OK – Lucky Star Casino
August 3 – Amarillo, TX – Amarillo Civic Center Complex #
# Outlaws are replacing Jefferson Starship as special guest

US Tour Dates – Exclusive BTO Performances
July 28 – Bloomington, IL – Bloomington Center For The Performing Art
July 29 – Elk Grove Village, IL – The Village Green at the Charles Zettek Municipal Complex
July 31 – Jefferson City, MO – MU Health Care Capital Region Amphitheater
August 15 – Wendover, NV – Peppermill Casino
August 16 – Beaver Creek, CO – Vilar PAC
August 18 – Boise, ID – Western Idaho Fair
August 21 – Pala, CA – Pala Casino
August 22 – Ft. McDowell, AZ – We-Ko-Pa Casino
August 23 – Albuquerque, NM – Legends Theater at Route 66 Casino