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Ahead by a Century

"Ahead by a Century" is the lead single from The Tragically Hip's 1996 album Trouble at the Henhouse. This Canadian rock staple became the band's most successful single domestically, reaching number one on Canada's singles chart. The song showcases strong guitar-driven rock songwriting that rewards electric players learning classic alternative rock dynamics.

  • Nominated for Best Single at the 1997 Juno Awards, Canada's premier music award.
  • Certified platinum in Canada in 2016, reflecting its lasting cultural impact.
  • One of the ten most-played songs in Canada during 1996, defining the era.
Fender Stratocaster
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Fender Stratocaster

Paul Langlois uses the Stratocaster's single-coil clarity for rhythm parts that sit cleanly underneath Rob Baker's leads without muddying The Tragically Hip's signature two-guitar mix.

Fender Telecaster
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Fender Telecaster

Rob Baker's primary instrument, the Telecaster's bright, cutting single-coil tone and twangy edge define The Hip's distinctive lead guitar voice and cutting presence in their arrangements.

Gibson Les Paul Standard
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Gibson Les Paul Standard

Baker deploys the Les Paul's warmer, fatter humbucker tone for heavier riffs and crunch parts, adding tonal versatility to The Tragically Hip's guitar sound alongside his Telecaster work.

Gibson Les Paul Custom
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Gibson Les Paul Custom

The Les Paul Custom's thick, saturated tone suits The Hip's heavier moments, offering Baker a warmer alternative to single-coil brightness for riff-driven sections.

Fender Twin Reverb
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Fender Twin Reverb

Baker's primary amp choice, the Twin Reverb's tube warmth and headroom allow dynamic clean tones that break into natural grit, essential to The Hip's amp-driven approach.

Fender Deluxe Reverb
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Fender Deluxe Reverb

This smaller tube amp gives Baker touch-sensitive crunch and built-in reverb space, perfect for The Tragically Hip's studio and live tones that blend chime with subtle saturation.

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