
In Episode 2 of When The Music Mattered, Ray (Toronto) and Kris (Edmonton) dive deep into the power of local music—how it builds community, inspires new generations, and shapes the sound of a city. Then, we spotlight six Canadian acts that prove just how far local voices can travel. From the politically charged brilliance of Cadence Weapon to the genre-defying rise of Our Lady Peace, the prairie-stomp energy of Captain Tractor, the wit and warmth of the Barenaked Ladies, the alt-rock resilience of Social Code, and the uncompromising mastery of Rush—this episode celebrates the artists who made their hometowns proud and helped shape Canadian music history.
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