TORONTO (CelebrityAccess) – The Tragically Hip, iconic representatives of Canadian rock, have been proudly announced as the Record Store Day Canada 2024 Ambassadors. To mark this occasion, the band will release an exclusive live album, Live at CBGB’s, available on April 20 as part of the global celebration of independent record stores.
This milestone announcement is just the beginning of a year-long celebration for the band, commemorating an impressive 40 years in the music industry. The upcoming release captures the essence of the band’s third studio album, Fully Completely, recorded on January 14, 1993, at the legendary CBGB’s in New York. This historic performance, featuring nine live songs, will be presented for the first time on a 12″ pink vinyl, exclusively available at participating record stores in Canada and the US.
Ryan Kerr from Record Store Day Canada said, “There are few bands that represent Canadiana the way The Tragically Hip does. RSDC looks forward to contributing to the band’s legacy by releasing Live at CBGB’s Record Store Day 2024. Pressed for the first time, it will be a great addition to collections of The Tragically Hip fans nationwide.”
This announcement coincides with the 40th-anniversary celebrations for The Tragically Hip, a band deeply woven into the cultural fabric of Canada. Fans can anticipate a year filled with reflections on four decades of music, friendship, and philanthropy. The journey includes a deluxe package of their breakthrough album, Up To Here, along with a series of special exclusive packages, a four-part Amazon documentary, and more.
The tracklist for Live at CBGB includes unforgettable performances of songs such as “Fully Completely,” “Looking For A Place To Happen,” and “At The Hundredth Meridian,” offering fans a nostalgic journey through the band’s illustrious history.
Record Store Day Canada has a tradition of appointing notable figures as ambassadors, and The Tragically Hip joins a prestigious list that includes Triumph, The Sheepdogs, and Our Lady Peace. The sponsors for this event include Return to Analog Records, Warner Music, Org Music, and many others, demonstrating the widespread support for the celebration of independent music and the enduring legacy of The Tragically Hip.
