A decade has passed since The Tragically Hip held their final concert in Kingston, Ontario, but Paul Langlois admits he is still coming to terms with the experience. Reflecting on the milestone, the guitarist expressed disbelief that it has been ten years since their last performance. Langlois, in an interview with CBC’s Eli Glasner on “The National” Thursday night, shared his perspective on the band’s impact on fans.

The emotional evening in Kingston saw Hip frontman Gord Downie bidding farewell to a packed Rogers K-Rock Centre, now known as Slush Puppi Place, with iconic songs like “Ahead by a Century” and “Bobcaygeon.” This marked the conclusion of the band’s final tour in 2016, culminating in their hometown show on August 20. Downie, who had been diagnosed with terminal brain cancer in December 2015, sadly passed away just over a year later at the age of 53.

To commemorate the 10th anniversary of the band’s last concert, CBC will re-air “The Tragically Hip: A National Celebration” on Saturday. The members of the band expressed gratitude for the continued support from fans and the enduring legacy of their music, especially in honoring Downie’s memory.

Langlois recalled feeling a mix of emotions before the final show, initially uneasy but later uplifted by Downie’s positive outlook. Bandmate Rob Baker emphasized his role in supporting Downie’s final wish to connect with every audience member personally during the tour, despite the emotional challenges he faced.

While initially concerned about Downie’s health impacting the performances, the band noted his physical improvement throughout the farewell tour. Reflecting on the unexpected magnitude of their last show, Langlois and Baker acknowledged the profound impact it had on Canadians, with widespread community gatherings to watch the event.

Looking ahead, the band has ruled out any possibility of a reunion but recently released a new album titled “Live July 22 – August 20, 2016,” featuring recordings from the 2016 tour. Baker highlighted the healing power of music, recounting a poignant moment of emotional release and shared grief with Downie, underscoring the therapeutic nature of music in navigating life’s challenges.