Rebecca Tucker, Deputy arts editor at The Globe and Mail, and Josh O'Kane, arts reporter, discuss the creation of a list of 101 essential Canadian albums, emphasizing music's role in shaping national identity. Singer-songwriter Joel Plaskett shares how Joni Mitchell's 'Blue' influences his work, while Tamara Lindeman of The Weather Station reflects on Jennifer Castle's album that shaped her songwriting. The conversation explores overlooked artists, CanCon policies, and the diverse experience of Canadian music, revealing its impact on culture.
