From Toronto hip-hop and Vancouver post-punk to indie folk, Americana, and fresh holiday music, this week’s Friday on Repeat brings together eight Canadian releases worth discovering.
Welcome back to Friday on Repeat, your weekly dose of Canadian music discoveries, fresh releases, and songs that deserve another spin.
This week, we’re exploring everything from reimagined hip-hop history and emotionally charged songwriting to dreamy indie sounds, cross-cultural influences, and heartfelt storytelling.
Our six featured artists are Saukrates, JJ Myers, Lavender Town, YASSiN & Sean Terrio, Shiloh Lindsey, and Tennyson King, each offering something different for your weekend playlist.
And don’t forget to stick around for On Our Radar, where we’re highlighting new albums from Land of Talk and Steven Page, both arriving November 13.
Let’s turn up the volume!
Friday on Repeat November 13 2026 – This Week’s Canadian Music Picks 🎶
▶️ 01. Saukrates – “Fades Away (2026 Remix)” (Single)
Hip-Hop / Rap | Toronto, Ontario
Toronto hip-hop veteran Saukrates revisits an important piece of the city’s musical history with “Fades Away (2026 Remix),” breathing new life into a collaboration originally recorded in 2008 alongside a young Drake and the late King Reign. The piano-driven track bridges two eras of Toronto hip-hop, bringing renewed attention to a moment that helped connect emerging talent with established voices.
More than a nostalgic release, the remix serves as a tribute to King Reign and a reminder of Saukrates’ enduring influence on Canadian music. By revisiting the recording nearly two decades later, he celebrates the artists, relationships, and creative community that helped shape Toronto’s hip-hop identity.
Why We’re Listening: Saukrates brings Canadian hip-hop history into the present, honouring the past while introducing a meaningful collaboration to a new generation.
Read More: Saukrates – “Fades Away (2026 Remix)
▶️ 02. JJ Myers – I Don’t Want To Die (Album)
Alternative / Post-Punk / Singer-Songwriter | Vancouver, British Columbia
Vancouver musician JJ Myers makes a deeply personal statement with I Don’t Want To Die, a 10-track solo album that brings traditional songwriting into conversation with the unpredictable textures of post-punk. Rather than settling into one musical direction, the record explores emotional vulnerability through an adventurous and sometimes unsettling sonic landscape.
Featuring string contributions from acclaimed Canadian musician Owen Pallett, the album moves between intimate moments and experimental arrangements. Its willingness to embrace uncomfortable emotions gives the project a distinctive identity, inviting listeners into music that feels both exposed and uncompromising.
Why We’re Listening: JJ Myers combines fearless songwriting with adventurous arrangements, creating an album that rewards listeners willing to explore beyond familiar sounds.
Read More: JJ Myers Discusses His Debut Solo Album I Don’t Want To Die – Interview
▶️ 03. Lavender Town – “Treering” (Single)
Indie / Alternative | Canada
Lavender Town brings an introspective atmosphere to this week’s lineup with “Treering,” a release that invites listeners into a reflective musical world. The title itself evokes the passing of time, growth, and the experiences that leave their mark, making it an intriguing addition to this week’s Canadian music discoveries.
With its focus on mood and personal expression, “Treering” offers a change of pace alongside the more energetic selections in this edition. It’s a release that encourages listeners to spend a little more time with the music and discover the details beneath the surface.
Why We’re Listening: Lavender Town adds an atmospheric, reflective dimension to this week’s playlist, offering a track worth spending time with.
Read More: Lavender Town Unleashes Anime-Inspired New Single “Treering”
▶️ 04. YASSiN & Sean Terrio – Learn & Apply (Album)
Alternative / Indie / Singer-Songwriter | Canada
Canadian musical collaborators YASSiN & Sean Terrio continue their creative journey with Learn & Apply, a 10-track album released November 6. The project reflects their evolving partnership, bringing together their individual musical perspectives in a collection shaped by collaboration, experience, and artistic growth.
With “KISS MY FRIENDS” serving as a focus track, the album gives listeners another opportunity to explore the duo’s distinctive creative chemistry. Their recent Canadian Beats interview offers further insight into the experiences and ideas behind their music, making this a fitting selection for anyone looking to discover the people behind the songs.
Why We’re Listening: YASSiN & Sean Terrio show how creative collaboration can lead to something distinctive, bringing personality and artistic ambition to their latest album.
Read More: YASSiN & Sean Terrio Share Learn & Apply – Interview
▶️ 05. Shiloh Lindsey – The Western Veil (Album)
Alt-Country / Americana / Folk-Rock | Vancouver, British Columbia
Vancouver singer-songwriter Shiloh Lindsey opens a deeply personal chapter with The Western Veil, an album released November 6 that explores heartbreak, survival, and the difficult process of rebuilding. Blending alt-country, Americana, and folk-rock, Lindsey transforms lived experiences into songs filled with emotional honesty and determination.
Among the album’s highlights is “Said & Done,” a track that captures the reflective spirit of the project. With atmospheric roots instrumentation and storytelling that doesn’t shy away from difficult emotions, The Western Veil offers listeners a collection shaped by both vulnerability and resilience.
Why We’re Listening: Shiloh Lindsey turns personal experiences into powerful roots-driven storytelling, reminding us that some of the most meaningful music comes from life’s hardest chapters.
Read More: Shiloh Lindsey Unveils Deeply Personal New Album The Western Veil
▶️ 06. Tennyson King – 100 Cities 百城 (Album)
Indie Folk / Folk-Pop | Toronto, Ontario
Toronto-based singer-songwriter Tennyson King explores identity, culture, and belonging on his new album 100 Cities 百城, released November 6. Drawing inspiration from his experiences and cultural background, King blends Western indie folk with traditional Chinese musical influences, creating a sound that reflects the many places and experiences that have shaped his life.
The album’s focus track, “Tiny Home,” offers a glimpse into the project’s thoughtful approach to songwriting. Through warm melodies and cross-cultural instrumentation, King explores what it means to find connection and a sense of home in an ever-changing world.
Why We’re Listening: Tennyson King brings cultures and musical traditions together with warmth and sincerity, creating an album that feels both personal and universal.
Read More: Tennyson King Releases 100 Cities 百城, Exploring Culture and Identity
🔎 On Our Radar
▶️ Land of Talk – LASTS (Album)
Indie Rock / Alternative Rock | Montréal, Québec
Montréal indie-rock project Land of Talk, led by Lizzie Powell, returns with LASTS, an eight-track album arriving November 13. Exploring themes of resilience, grief, and survival, the record marks another chapter for a project known for emotionally direct songwriting and distinctive guitar-driven arrangements.
Why We’re Listening: Land of Talk bring emotional depth and indie-rock intensity to this week’s discoveries, making LASTS an album worth exploring.
▶️ SonReal & XYSM – “NIGHTCAP REMIX” (Single)
Hip-Hop / Rap | Vancouver, British Columbia
Canadian rapper SonReal teams up with XYSM for “NIGHTCAP REMIX,” bringing a fresh collaborative twist to the track. The remix offers another opportunity to explore SonReal’s distinctive approach to hip-hop while introducing listeners to the creative chemistry between the two artists.
With its collaborative energy and updated take on the original, “NIGHTCAP REMIX” adds a hip-hop selection to this week’s On Our Radar discoveries.
Why We’re Listening: SonReal & XYSM bring fresh energy to a familiar track, making “NIGHTCAP REMIX” a new addition to our weekend playlist.
🎧 The Final Spin
That’s another week of Friday on Repeat, and another reminder of the incredible range of music being created by Canadian artists.
From Saukrates revisiting Toronto hip-hop history and JJ Myers exploring vulnerable new territory to Lavender Town’s reflective sound, YASSiN & Sean Terrio’s creative partnership, Shiloh Lindsey’s heartfelt Americana, and Tennyson King’s cross-cultural storytelling, there’s something for every kind of listener.
And with new albums from Land of Talk and Steven Page joining our On Our Radar selections, your weekend playlist just got a little longer.
Which of these Canadian releases will you be playing on repeat?
Check back every Friday for six Canadian music picks and two more discoveries On Our Radar, only on Canadian Beats Media.
Missed last week’s edition? Catch up on Friday on Repeat – November 6, 2026.
