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Bryan Adams wrote 51st State for Donald ...

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Bryan Adams is one of the world's biggest rock stars and a Canadian cultural icon. But after four decades in the business and 100 million albums sold, he’s done something he’s never done before: made an entire record dedicated to Canada. From the story of Terry Fox's Marathon of Hope and the tragedy of Lundy's Lane to pushing back against threats of becoming America’s "51st State," Bryan is telling Canadian stories at a moment when many are reflecting on what this country means to them. He joins Tom Power to break down his new album, How’s It Goin’, his unlikely journey to global superstardom, and how a chance backstage encounter launched his legendary collaboration with Tina Turner.

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