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EPISODE · Jun 24, 2025 · 16 MIN

Ribbon Skirt found inspiration in renewing her antiquated “Indian” status card

from Q with Tom Power

The Montreal band Ribbon Skirt just released their debut album, “Bite Down.” Lead singer Tashiina Buswa joins Tom Power to tell us how the record was inspired by grief and reconnecting with her Indigeneity, how her first exposure to music was in the church, and the difference between knowing you’re free and actually feeling free. Plus, she tells the story behind her new song, “Off Rez.”

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