Rough Trade
Rough Trade, a Canadian rock band centered around singer Carole Pope and
multi-instrumentalist Kevan Staples, was formed in Toronto in 1968. Initially
known as "O," the duo began performing folk music with Clive Smith. After
Smith's departure in 1970, they renamed themselves "The Bullwhip Brothers"
before settling on Rough Trade in 1973. The band gained popularity through their
theatrical performances and provocative lyrics, often featuring Pope in bondage
attire.
Rough Trade released their first album, Avoid Freud, in October 1980 under True
North Records. The controversial si...
