New music. Fresh discoveries. And the Canadian artists we can’t stop playing.
This week, Friday on Repeat moves through blues, roots rock, alternative pop, hip-hop, funk, folk, rock, pop, and country with eight Canadian releases worth adding to your weekend listening.
From artists recently featured on Canadian Beats to a couple of releases that have landed on our radar, here’s what we’re listening to this week.
From homegrown Canadian talent to artists from around the world, here’s what we think deserves a spot in your weekend rotation.
▶️ 01. Joce Reyome — Smoke Break
Blues / Soul / R&B | Canada
Joce Reyome brings powerhouse vocals and plenty of soul to Smoke Break, a six-song collection that moves between gritty blues, vulnerability, attitude, and storytelling. From the soulful “I Don’t Miss You” to the bluesy pull of “MR. RAIN” and the energy of “Party Line,” the EP offers a taste of what’s ahead as Reyome works toward a full-length album in 2027.
Why it’s on repeat: Reyome’s unmistakable voice.
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▶️ 02. Freightliner — “Canadian Cowboys”
Roots Rock / Americana | Canada
Freightliner celebrates the people, places, and spirit of life north of the border with “Canadian Cowboys.” Rooted in Americana and rock, the track pairs an open-road feel with distinctly Canadian storytelling for a song that feels made for turning up loud.
Why it’s on repeat: That rugged, road-ready Canadian energy.
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▶️ 03. ARK IDENTITY — “SIT”
Alternative Pop / New Wave | Toronto, ON
ARK IDENTITY turns frustration with the constant noise of modern life into an anthemic alternative-pop track on “SIT.” Shimmering synths, propulsive rhythms, and mounting intensity carry a straightforward message about stopping long enough to breathe, reflect, and think for yourself.
Why it’s on repeat: The build-up and infectious new-wave energy.
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▶️ 04. ALPHA CENTAURI — The Future Right Now
Hip-Hop / Funk / Afrobeat | Canada
ALPHA CENTAURI refuses to stay inside one genre on The Future Right Now. Recorded with an eight-piece band, the album pulls together hip-hop, funk, Afrobeat, and live instrumentation for a project packed with rhythm, movement, and musicianship.
Why it’s on repeat: The grooves.
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▶️ 05. Tia McGraff — “Two Wolves (Remix)”
Folk / Roots | Simcoe, ON
Tia McGraff and musical partner Tommy Parham look inward on “Two Wolves (Remix),” drawing inspiration from the familiar story of opposing forces living within each person. Contributions from friends from Six Nations, including Mohawk flute, vocables, and hand drum, add another layer to the folk-rooted track.
Why it’s on repeat: The blend of storytelling and instrumentation.
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▶️ 06. MAGER BOOBOO — “Monkey See Donkey Do”
Alternative Rock | Canada
MAGER BOOBOO turns up the guitars with “Monkey See Donkey Do,” delivering a punchy dose of alternative rock with crunchy riffs and an off-kilter edge. It’s loud, catchy, and brings exactly the kind of guitar-driven energy this week’s lineup needed.
Why it’s on repeat: Those crunchy guitars.
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On Our Radar đź‘€
We cover a lot of new Canadian music every week, but we can’t catch everything. Here are two releases we haven’t featured on Canadian Beats that landed on our radar this week.
▶️ 07. Carly Rae Jepsen — Day and Night
Pop | Canada
Carly Rae Jepsen gives listeners plenty to dive into with Day and Night, a 24-track double album showcasing different sides of her unmistakable pop songwriting. It’s a big helping of new music from one of Canada’s most recognizable pop exports.
Why we’re listening: Twenty-four new tracks to explore.
▶️ 08. Orville Peck — Mule
Country | Canada
Orville Peck brings his unmistakable baritone and cinematic approach to country music back into the spotlight with Mule. It gives this week’s roundup a proper country moment and another reason to turn the volume up this weekend.
Why we’re listening: That unmistakable voice.
What’s On Repeat For You?
From Joce Reyome’s blues and MAGER BOOBOO’s alternative rock to Carly Rae Jepsen’s pop and Orville Peck’s country, this week’s eight picks show just how much variety there is in Canadian music.
What Canadian song, EP, or album is on repeat for you right now?
Drop your pick in the comments or tag Canadian Beats on social media. You never know — it might land On Our Radar next Friday.