In which I recommend CBC Radio 2

Who says good radio is dead?
I’ve become a fan of CBC Radio 2 lately, particularly the morning show and afternoon show. Great independent artists and no stupid DJs. I’ve been introduced to some of my new favourite music through this station. Nice to hear something that isn’t linked to payola or playing Rhianna every four songs.
But now my preference has shifted to something resembling obsession, thanks to their new focus “49 Songs from North of the 49th.”

Canadians are being asked to nominate songs to create a playlist that will be given to the new US president as an “introduction” to Canadian culture. It’s a cool idea and it has taken off across the country. Everyone is nominating songs. It’s not so much about Barack Obama as it is about capturing our best songs that represent our culture.
(And come on, I’m going to be a big fan of anyone that plays – during prime radio time – Buck 65′s “Blood of a Young Wolf”. Love. It.)
CBC Radio 2 has become my respite. And with this new program, the quality has become even better. I’ll be sad when it’s finished. Listening to all of the nominations as well as the essays people have written to accompany their choice has made me very appreciative of our cultural differences and songs, from coast to coast.
To clarify, they’re not paying me (but they should).