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