• PROMOS

      PROMOS

      Andrew Spice Returns with Pretty Demons (Remastered 2026)

      Andrew Spice Returns with Pretty Demons (Remastered 2026)

      Andrew Spice Reclaims His Fearless Voice on 'Pretty Demons (Remastered 2026)' LP Featuring Lead Single "Unafraid" With Pretty Demons (Remastered 2026), Andrew Spice revisits his acclaimed 2003 debut with renewed clarity and resonance. Rooted in piano-driven indie...

      Allen Dobb Shares “Lone Tree of Your Heart”

      Allen Dobb Shares “Lone Tree of Your Heart”

      Allen Dobb Marries Longing and Nature on Contemplative, Upbeat Folk Track "Lone Tree of Your Heart" Taken From 'The Afterlife Sessions' LP (OUT 4/24) Following the announcement of his new album, The Afterlife Sessions (out April 24th, 2026), and its first single, “At...

      Jesse Roper Releases “Sweet Little Caroline”

      Jesse Roper Releases “Sweet Little Caroline”

      Jesse Roper Turns Up the Feel-Good Americana Groove on "Sweet Little Caroline" Victoria, BC-based artist Jesse Roper returns with “Sweet Little Caroline,” an upbeat, infectious new single that blends blues swagger with a head-bobbing groove. Driven by feel-good energy...

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  • INTERVIEWS

      INTERVIEWS

      Caleb Tomlinson Drops Solstice — Interview

      Caleb Tomlinson Drops Solstice — Interview

      Yukon-based alt-country artist emerges as a powerful new voice from northern Canada There’s a certain kind of honesty that comes through in Caleb Tomlinson’s music — the kind you can’t fake. Based in Whitehorse, the Yukon singer-songwriter creates songs that feel raw,...

      Calgary’s Sykamore Shares “He’s Mine” – Interview

      Calgary’s Sykamore Shares “He’s Mine” – Interview

      Calgary Native Country-Pop Singer Sykamore Releases New Single “He’s Mine” Calgary native country-pop artist Sykamore returns with her emotional new single “He’s Mine,” a heartfelt ballad inspired by the often-overlooked mother-son bond at weddings. Following the...

      Sammy Volkov Drops Songs From The Goodbye Garden – Interview

      Sammy Volkov Drops Songs From The Goodbye Garden – Interview

       Second solo full-length from Edmonton artist is a powerful mix of psych-folk and chamber pop Edmonton, Alberta-based singer-songwriter Sammy Volkov returns with Songs From The Goodbye Garden, a lush and emotionally resonant 10-track album that blends psych-folk,...

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  • REVIEWS

      REVIEWS

      Satya – “Won’t Let Go” – Single Review

      Satya – “Won’t Let Go” – Single Review

      Satya Releases Poignant New Single “Won’t Let Go” Honoring Loved Ones Lost Rising artist Satya has released their emotionally charged new single, “Won’t Let Go,” a heartfelt ode to the enduring presence of loved ones who have passed. With a delicate blend of soulful...

      Olivia Mae Graham – “I’m Not Sorry” (Single Review)

      Olivia Mae Graham – “I’m Not Sorry” (Single Review)

      Olivia Mae Graham Releases New Single, “I’m Not Sorry” A new year brings a powerful new release from one of Canada’s rising country voices. Olivia Mae Graham. "I'm Not Sorry", is another standout song from this prolific songstress. Written about the art of letting go,...

      Madlands – “Witching Hour” (Single Review)

      Madlands – “Witching Hour” (Single Review)

      Toronto-based MADLANDS emerge in 2026 carrying the spirit of a time when rock was messy, emotional, and unpolished—when art was art, not content, and meaning wasn’t dictated by metrics or algorithms. Driven by the belief that art should unsettle rather than simply be...

      SEE ALL
  • SHOWS

      SHOWS

      Dave Hause & Northcote Shine in Guelph, ON – Photo Review

      Dave Hause & Northcote Shine in Guelph, ON – Photo Review

      Dave Hause, NorthcoteMarch 5, 2026Sonic Hall, Guelph ON All Photo Credit: Dan Fischer As part of their Cellmates Tour Philadelphia based singer-songwriter Dave Hause and band brought their rocking sound to Sonic Hall in Guelph.   Canadian...

      Crash Test Dummies in Waterloo, ON – PHOTO REVIEW

      Crash Test Dummies in Waterloo, ON – PHOTO REVIEW

      Crash Test Dummies, Ben Rollo, Sydney JonesMarch 11, 2026Maxwell's, Waterloo ON All Photo Credit: Dan Fischer Iconic Winnipeg band Crash Test Dummies who are celebrating 35+ years and are on a North America tour made a stop at Maxwell's where a packed crowd...

      Ria Mae in Halifax, NS – Show Review

      Ria Mae in Halifax, NS – Show Review

      All Photo Credit: Shayla Obrigewitsch Ria Mae, Breagh Isabel & Mo KenneyMarch 14, 2026The Light House Arts Centre, Halifax, NS Beloved Haligonian Ria Mae performed a sold out concert at The Light House Arts Centre in Halifax on March 14th. Opening for the night...

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  • PASSPORT

      PASSPORT

      Hanabie in Toronto, ON – IN PHOTOS

      Hanabie in Toronto, ON – IN PHOTOS

      All Photo Credit: Daniel D'Souza Hanabie, Nekrogoblikon, Enterprise EarthMarch 18, 2026Danforth Music Hall, Toronto, ON Hanabie. headlined the Danforth Music Hall, delivering a set defined by heavy riffs and harsh vocals. The Japanese metalcore band maintained a high...

      Megadeth in Edmonton, AB – Show Review

      Megadeth in Edmonton, AB – Show Review

      Megadeth, Anthrax, ExodusFebruary 21, 2026Rogers Place, Edmonton, AB Where do you even begin with a trio of bands that share the kind of influence, pedigree, and legacy that these three bands share? From the beginning, that’s where. All three bands or breakouts in the...

      Nothing More in Toronto, ON – IN PHOTOS

      Nothing More in Toronto, ON – IN PHOTOS

      Nothing More, Catch Your Breath, Archers, DoobieFebruary 24, 2026HISTORY, Toronto, ON The lineup at HISTORY followed a steady build, starting with Doobie. Their set bridged the gap between rap and rock, establishing an aggressive pace early on. Archers from Wisconsin...

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  • FEATURES

      FEATURES

      Zach’s Picks of the Week – September 1 – 6, 2025

      Did you know some of the best music on the internet is waiting for you right here? Lucky you—you’ve found it! This week, I’ve hand-picked six standout articles featuring songs that I couldn’t stop replaying. Each one is catchy, entertaining, and worth sharing with...

      Zach’s Picks of the Week – August 25 – 30, 2025

      Tuning in once again, looking the best new music and content on the internet? Then you found your way to Zach’s Picks of The Week, where I believe you’re gonna find all of the above! Canadian Beats is your one stop shop for the best music releases and interviews or...

      Zach’s Picks of the Week – August 18 – 23, 2025

      Back for some more entertainment this week. You go check out one of those gossip channels, because right here is where we talk about the best music on the Internet. Coming up you’re gonna see links to each of my favourite articles, they were posted on our website his...

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  • FESTIVALS & EVENTS

      FESTIVALS & EVENTS

      Winterfolk XXIV takes place February 12–15, 2026

      WINTERFOLK XXIV RETURNS TO TORONTO — FOUR DAYS OF ROOTS, BLUES, AND COMMUNITY AT THE TRANZAC CLUB Winterfolk XXIV, Toronto’s beloved mid-winter music festival, returns bigger than ever for its 24th year with four full days of live roots and blues music at the Tranzac...

      Fest2Fall in Cambridge, ON – IN PHOTOS

      What: Fest2FallWhen: September 19, 20 2025Where: Cambridge, ON  As the leaves start to turn color, there are few precious music festivals left in Ontario. One of those is Fest2Fall in Cambridge ON which celebrated their third year with an amazing roster of...

      The Northern Pikes & Grapes of Wrath celebrated at the Canadian Museum of History

      The Northern Pikes and the Grapes of Wrath brought Canadian music history to life Friday, September 26, at the Canadian Museum of History in Gatineau! Welcomed as part of the Retro Concert Series to celebrate the Retro – Popular Music in Canada exhibition and...

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  • PROMOS

      PROMOS

      Andrew Spice Returns with Pretty Demons (Remastered 2026)

      Andrew Spice Returns with Pretty Demons (Remastered 2026)

      Andrew Spice Reclaims His Fearless Voice on 'Pretty Demons (Remastered 2026)' LP Featuring Lead Single "Unafraid" With Pretty Demons (Remastered 2026), Andrew Spice revisits his acclaimed 2003 debut with renewed clarity and resonance. Rooted in piano-driven indie...

      Allen Dobb Shares “Lone Tree of Your Heart”

      Allen Dobb Shares “Lone Tree of Your Heart”

      Allen Dobb Marries Longing and Nature on Contemplative, Upbeat Folk Track "Lone Tree of Your Heart" Taken From 'The Afterlife Sessions' LP (OUT 4/24) Following the announcement of his new album, The Afterlife Sessions (out April 24th, 2026), and its first single, “At...

      Jesse Roper Releases “Sweet Little Caroline”

      Jesse Roper Releases “Sweet Little Caroline”

      Jesse Roper Turns Up the Feel-Good Americana Groove on "Sweet Little Caroline" Victoria, BC-based artist Jesse Roper returns with “Sweet Little Caroline,” an upbeat, infectious new single that blends blues swagger with a head-bobbing groove. Driven by feel-good energy...

      SEE ALL
  • INTERVIEWS

      INTERVIEWS

      Caleb Tomlinson Drops Solstice — Interview

      Caleb Tomlinson Drops Solstice — Interview

      Yukon-based alt-country artist emerges as a powerful new voice from northern Canada There’s a certain kind of honesty that comes through in Caleb Tomlinson’s music — the kind you can’t fake. Based in Whitehorse, the Yukon singer-songwriter creates songs that feel raw,...

      Calgary’s Sykamore Shares “He’s Mine” – Interview

      Calgary’s Sykamore Shares “He’s Mine” – Interview

      Calgary Native Country-Pop Singer Sykamore Releases New Single “He’s Mine” Calgary native country-pop artist Sykamore returns with her emotional new single “He’s Mine,” a heartfelt ballad inspired by the often-overlooked mother-son bond at weddings. Following the...

      Sammy Volkov Drops Songs From The Goodbye Garden – Interview

      Sammy Volkov Drops Songs From The Goodbye Garden – Interview

       Second solo full-length from Edmonton artist is a powerful mix of psych-folk and chamber pop Edmonton, Alberta-based singer-songwriter Sammy Volkov returns with Songs From The Goodbye Garden, a lush and emotionally resonant 10-track album that blends psych-folk,...

      SEE ALL
  • REVIEWS

      REVIEWS

      Satya – “Won’t Let Go” – Single Review

      Satya – “Won’t Let Go” – Single Review

      Satya Releases Poignant New Single “Won’t Let Go” Honoring Loved Ones Lost Rising artist Satya has released their emotionally charged new single, “Won’t Let Go,” a heartfelt ode to the enduring presence of loved ones who have passed. With a delicate blend of soulful...

      Olivia Mae Graham – “I’m Not Sorry” (Single Review)

      Olivia Mae Graham – “I’m Not Sorry” (Single Review)

      Olivia Mae Graham Releases New Single, “I’m Not Sorry” A new year brings a powerful new release from one of Canada’s rising country voices. Olivia Mae Graham. "I'm Not Sorry", is another standout song from this prolific songstress. Written about the art of letting go,...

      Madlands – “Witching Hour” (Single Review)

      Madlands – “Witching Hour” (Single Review)

      Toronto-based MADLANDS emerge in 2026 carrying the spirit of a time when rock was messy, emotional, and unpolished—when art was art, not content, and meaning wasn’t dictated by metrics or algorithms. Driven by the belief that art should unsettle rather than simply be...

      SEE ALL
  • SHOWS

      SHOWS

      Dave Hause & Northcote Shine in Guelph, ON – Photo Review

      Dave Hause & Northcote Shine in Guelph, ON – Photo Review

      Dave Hause, NorthcoteMarch 5, 2026Sonic Hall, Guelph ON All Photo Credit: Dan Fischer As part of their Cellmates Tour Philadelphia based singer-songwriter Dave Hause and band brought their rocking sound to Sonic Hall in Guelph.   Canadian...

      Crash Test Dummies in Waterloo, ON – PHOTO REVIEW

      Crash Test Dummies in Waterloo, ON – PHOTO REVIEW

      Crash Test Dummies, Ben Rollo, Sydney JonesMarch 11, 2026Maxwell's, Waterloo ON All Photo Credit: Dan Fischer Iconic Winnipeg band Crash Test Dummies who are celebrating 35+ years and are on a North America tour made a stop at Maxwell's where a packed crowd...

      Ria Mae in Halifax, NS – Show Review

      Ria Mae in Halifax, NS – Show Review

      All Photo Credit: Shayla Obrigewitsch Ria Mae, Breagh Isabel & Mo KenneyMarch 14, 2026The Light House Arts Centre, Halifax, NS Beloved Haligonian Ria Mae performed a sold out concert at The Light House Arts Centre in Halifax on March 14th. Opening for the night...

      SEE ALL
  • PASSPORT

      PASSPORT

      Hanabie in Toronto, ON – IN PHOTOS

      Hanabie in Toronto, ON – IN PHOTOS

      All Photo Credit: Daniel D'Souza Hanabie, Nekrogoblikon, Enterprise EarthMarch 18, 2026Danforth Music Hall, Toronto, ON Hanabie. headlined the Danforth Music Hall, delivering a set defined by heavy riffs and harsh vocals. The Japanese metalcore band maintained a high...

      Megadeth in Edmonton, AB – Show Review

      Megadeth in Edmonton, AB – Show Review

      Megadeth, Anthrax, ExodusFebruary 21, 2026Rogers Place, Edmonton, AB Where do you even begin with a trio of bands that share the kind of influence, pedigree, and legacy that these three bands share? From the beginning, that’s where. All three bands or breakouts in the...

      Nothing More in Toronto, ON – IN PHOTOS

      Nothing More in Toronto, ON – IN PHOTOS

      Nothing More, Catch Your Breath, Archers, DoobieFebruary 24, 2026HISTORY, Toronto, ON The lineup at HISTORY followed a steady build, starting with Doobie. Their set bridged the gap between rap and rock, establishing an aggressive pace early on. Archers from Wisconsin...

      SEE ALL
  • FEATURES

      FEATURES

      Zach’s Picks of the Week – September 1 – 6, 2025

      Did you know some of the best music on the internet is waiting for you right here? Lucky you—you’ve found it! This week, I’ve hand-picked six standout articles featuring songs that I couldn’t stop replaying. Each one is catchy, entertaining, and worth sharing with...

      Zach’s Picks of the Week – August 25 – 30, 2025

      Tuning in once again, looking the best new music and content on the internet? Then you found your way to Zach’s Picks of The Week, where I believe you’re gonna find all of the above! Canadian Beats is your one stop shop for the best music releases and interviews or...

      Zach’s Picks of the Week – August 18 – 23, 2025

      Back for some more entertainment this week. You go check out one of those gossip channels, because right here is where we talk about the best music on the Internet. Coming up you’re gonna see links to each of my favourite articles, they were posted on our website his...

      SEE ALL
  • FESTIVALS & EVENTS

      FESTIVALS & EVENTS

      Winterfolk XXIV takes place February 12–15, 2026

      WINTERFOLK XXIV RETURNS TO TORONTO — FOUR DAYS OF ROOTS, BLUES, AND COMMUNITY AT THE TRANZAC CLUB Winterfolk XXIV, Toronto’s beloved mid-winter music festival, returns bigger than ever for its 24th year with four full days of live roots and blues music at the Tranzac...

      Fest2Fall in Cambridge, ON – IN PHOTOS

      What: Fest2FallWhen: September 19, 20 2025Where: Cambridge, ON  As the leaves start to turn color, there are few precious music festivals left in Ontario. One of those is Fest2Fall in Cambridge ON which celebrated their third year with an amazing roster of...

      The Northern Pikes & Grapes of Wrath celebrated at the Canadian Museum of History

      The Northern Pikes and the Grapes of Wrath brought Canadian music history to life Friday, September 26, at the Canadian Museum of History in Gatineau! Welcomed as part of the Retro Concert Series to celebrate the Retro – Popular Music in Canada exhibition and...

      SEE ALL

Chris LaRocca – “slow dance in the diner” (Single Review)

by JamesM | Jun 20, 2025 | Reviews

Toronto Artist Chris LaRocca Debuts Folk Sound on New Single “slow dance in the diner” Canadian artist, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Chris LaRocca today released his third single of the year, “slow dance in the diner” on Red Bull Records/Wonderchild. Ahead of...
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