Welcome back to Zach’s Picks of the Week on Canadian Beats, your go-to for the best music from Canada and beyond! I’ve handpicked six incredible articles for you to explore right here. Dive in and discover some amazing music, or check out the rest of our website for even more. Let’s jump into the best of the best—Zach’s Picks of the Week!
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Kicking off this year’s music list is We Found a Lovebird with their new single, “Chet”, from the upcoming album With Friends Like These. Inspired by a powerful moment in the Bruce Weber documentary on Chet Baker, the song captures Baker reflecting on his life with gratitude rather than regret. Stream “Chet” now on all major platforms and check out this article for more!
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Next up is Nathalie King, a Germany-born, Toronto-based trip-hop artist, with her latest single, “Within A Dream.” The song, now available on all streaming platforms, reflects the trauma of bullying and abuse. Written by King, it was co-produced, recorded, and engineered by Joseph Paris and John Snook, who also contributed beats, textures, and atmospherics, adding depth to the track. Check out this article featuring “Within A Dream” and an exclusive interview with Nathalie King!
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Platinum-selling Canadian country rocker Cory Marks returns with his sophomore album, Sorry For Nothing, now available on all streaming platforms via Better Noise Music. Known for his unique blend of country, rock, and metal, Cory delivers a powerful collection of songs exploring heartbreak, resilience, and the solitude of the road. Don’t miss this high-energy album—check out this article featuring Sorry For Nothing and an exclusive interview with Cory Marks!
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Runner-up this week is Oshawa, Ontario blues-rock guitarist Stefan Palicki with his latest single, “Blue Eyed Devil.” Inspired by a phrase his late grandfather used to describe two-faced people, the song reflects on honesty and authenticity. “Blue Eyed Devil” is available now on all streaming platforms. Check out this article featuring the single and an exclusive interview with Stefan Palicki!
BONUS: Canadian Beats Passport
This week’s bonus recommendation takes us around the world to Danish singer-songwriter Lou Z. His debut LP, Holes For The Hearts, blends raw emotion, gritty analog soundscapes, and electric guitar to explore themes of heartbreak and the human condition. The album features collaborations with top-tier musicians like Sterling Laws and gospel singer Claire Virginia. Stream the entire album now on your favorite platforms, or check out this article on Lou Z.
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This week’s top spot goes to Alberta musician Ryland Moranz and his new album, Better/Worse, which is now available on all streaming platforms. Featuring the single “A New Civil War,” the third release from the album, it delivers a timely and powerful commentary on cultural polarization and societal hostility. Check out the full video and more in this article about Ryland Moranz here: “A New Civil War”!
That’s all for this week’s incredible articles! Be sure to explore the rest of our website—you never know what gems you’ll discover. Don’t forget to follow us on social media for more updates. Thank you for checking out my weekly recommendations, and I’ll be back next week with a fresh batch of articles. Spread love, positivity, and good music. See you next time—PEACE, LOVE, AND GOOD MUSIC, EVERYONE!