The River

The River opens its weekday morning show with a deep cut from The Tragically Hip. You know, the long version that builds slowly. It's a statement of intent: this isn't your cookie-cutter radio. The DJs have real freedom, and it shows in the transitions from classic rock to indie folk to obscure Canadian pop. The afternoon block drags a bit with too much talk, but stick around for the evening when the deeper tracks come out. The River live is a steady companion for a workday or a road trip across the prairies. It's Music radio Canada at its most adventurous, without trying too hard. When you li…