China Doll

Sept 7, 2024: MOCM and Robert Williston are thrilled to finally unveil Ron Baumber's masterpiece, China Doll in the high quality it truly deserves. After a long search, I’ve located a pristine copy of the album, and this transfer perfectly captures its original brilliance. Immerse yourself in Ron's captivating vocals and the exquisite tones of his Martin D-35 acoustic guitar on one of Canada’s greatest singer-songwriter albums. Featuring breathtaking harmony vocals by Joanne McKay and Carol Hansen, this exceptional album is best enjoyed in its entirety. Since Ron first shared it on this website in November, 2013 (and on itcamefromcanada.ca on December 19, 2009), it has been the exclusive online home for this album. Now, you can experience the complete album exactly as Ron intended. While ctizenfreak.com has released thousands of albums and singles, this one remains a standout and ranks among MOCM’s best Canadian albums of all time.
-Robert Williston

Ron Baumber: lead vocals, acoustic guitar, electric guitar, background vocals
Kerry Crawford: acoustic guitar, electric guitar, background vocals
Jonathan Goldsmith: piano- Rhodes, Arp and Elka Synthesizers
Bob Disalle: percussion
Dave Nichol: bass
Richard (Hips) Horbatiuk: bass on "Falling Sparrow" and "Lullaby"
Lance Bennett: harmonica
Ben Mink: mandolin, violin
Bruce Pennycook: baritone, alto & soprano saxophones
Sandra Pim: background vocals
Joanne McKay: background vocals
Carol Hansen: background vocals
Tony Kosinec: background vocals

Produced by Ron Baumber, Kerry Crawford, and Jonathan Goldsmith
Recorded at Thunder Sound in Toronto, Ontario, Sept-Dec, 1975