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This week on The Tragically Hip Top 40 Countdown, jD is joined by a passionate fan from across the Atlantic—Janet from the Isle of Man! As we reveal the 23rd most essential Tragically Hip song as chosen by you, we dive deep into Janet’s three-decade-long fandom, her unforgettable origin story, and the unique path that led her from North Bay to a tattoo of Gord Downie on her shoulder.

In this wide-ranging and heartfelt conversation, we explore:

• Janet’s Hip origin story and first impressions of Blow at High Dough, Cordelia, and Locked in the Trunk of a Car

• The Stereophonics–Tragically Hip connection

• Making a musical pilgrimage to Kingston, Ontario

• The magic of Gord Downie’s lyricism and irony

• Why Rob Baker’s guitar tone is instantly recognizable among the greats

• Watching the final Hip concert live from the UK

• Her deep dive into Canadian music fandom thanks to The Hip

Whether you’re a lifelong listener or newly discovering The Tragically Hip, this episode celebrates what it means to connect across borders through music, memory, and meaning.

💬 Join the conversation on socials @tthtop40 and tell us how song 23 shaped your journey with The Hip.

📬 Have a Hip story to share? Email us at [email protected]

🎟️ PLUS — Don’t Miss This!

We’re counting down to A Celebration of The Hip for ALS, a live fundraising event happening on October 4th in Toronto! This year’s goal: raise $15,000 in honour of a dear friend lost to ALS.

Expect live music, a killer silent auction, special surprises, and a one-of-a-kind celebration of all things Hip. 💥

Early Bird Tickets are ON SALE NOW — but not for long!

👉 Grab yours before prices go up: https://bit.ly/ACelebrationOfTheHipForALS

Let’s do something good, together. Let’s get fandom right.

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