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      Joe Ray McDonald Showcases Guitar Virtuosity on New Album Harvester

      Joe Ray McDonald Showcases Guitar Virtuosity on New Album Harvester

      Ottawa-area alt-country artist Joe Ray McDonald returns with Harvester, an 11-song collection blending intricate guitar work, heartfelt storytelling, and roots music influences. After bursting onto the Canadian alt-country scene with his 2025 album Cowboy Cake, Joe...

      Arkells Release Surprise Single “Handshake Thugs” Ahead of Canadian Tour Dates

      Arkells Release Surprise Single “Handshake Thugs” Ahead of Canadian Tour Dates

      Nine-time JUNO Award winners Arkells are back with a surprise new single, “Handshake Thugs,” marking their first new music since the release of their latest album, Between Us, earlier this spring. The politically charged track takes aim at those in positions of power...

      HAIR CONTROL Release Debut Album Electric Pleasure

      HAIR CONTROL Release Debut Album Electric Pleasure

      Calgary Art-Pop Duo Blends Synth-Pop, Psychedelia, and Electronic Experimentation Calgary, Alberta art-pop duo HAIR CONTROL have released their debut album, Electric Pleasure, a 40-minute journey through synth-pop, avant-dance, psychedelia, and electronic...

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      WiL Reflects on Life’s Meaningful Moments With “Pieces” – Interview

      WiL Reflects on Life’s Meaningful Moments With “Pieces” – Interview

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      Hagiel Shares Her Story of Survival on I Am Enough of a Woman – Interview

      Hagiel Shares Her Story of Survival on I Am Enough of a Woman – Interview

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      Melina Coolen Explores Grief and Resilience on Street Pigeon – Interview

      Melina Coolen Explores Grief and Resilience on Street Pigeon – Interview

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      Tim & The Glory Boys Find Peace in “Where We Can’t Be Found” – Single Review

      Tim & The Glory Boys Find Peace in “Where We Can’t Be Found” – Single Review

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      Mastodon & Deafheaven in Montreal – Show Review

      Mastodon & Deafheaven in Montreal – Show Review

      An emotional night of heavy music, remembrance, and healing at MTELUS. Who: Mastodon, DeafheavenWhen: September 27, 2026Where: MTELUS, Montreal, QC Mastodon Montreal Show Review: An Emotional Night at MTELUS Some shows are about the music. Others become something much...

      The Pairs & Ben Doerksen in Elora, ON – Photo Review

      The Pairs & Ben Doerksen in Elora, ON – Photo Review

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      My Son The Hurricane & Cabin Fever in Guelph, ON – PHOTO REVIEW

      My Son The Hurricane & Cabin Fever in Guelph, ON – PHOTO REVIEW

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      Rush Fifty Something: A Night We Never Thought We’d See Again

      Rush Fifty Something: A Night We Never Thought We’d See Again

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      The Glorious Sons & Kojak in Picton, ON

      The Glorious Sons & Kojak in Picton, ON

      The Glorious Sons Headline Rock the County Once Again with a Sold-Out Show Prince Edward County’s own Kojak — Donny Tait (vocals, guitar), Mitchell Cory (drums), Harry Tammel (bass), Ian Roantree (keys), and Claud Northey (guitar) — kicked off the night with their...

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      Staind Brings Break The Cycle 25th Anniversary Tour to Toronto – Show Review

      Staind Brings Break The Cycle 25th Anniversary Tour to Toronto – Show Review

      Staind Celebrates 25 Years of Break the Cycle With a Toronto Concert Staind brought their Break The Cycle 25th Anniversary Tour to a sold-out RBC Amphitheatre in Toronto, delivering a night of late-'90s and early-2000s rock nostalgia alongside special guests Seether,...

      AC/DC Rocks Montreal’s Parc Jean-Drapeau Before 45,000 Fans – Show Review

      AC/DC Rocks Montreal’s Parc Jean-Drapeau Before 45,000 Fans – Show Review

      AC/DC Delivers a Thunderous 21-Song Set with The Pretty Reckless, Fireworks, and 45,000 Rock Fans in Montreal AC/DC brought their legendary rock show to Parc Jean-Drapeau in Montreal in September 2026, delivering a thunderous performance before an estimated 45,000...

      Iron Maiden, Megadeth and Anthrax in Montreal, QC

      Iron Maiden, Megadeth and Anthrax in Montreal, QC

      Some concert bills are good on paper. Others are legendary before the first note is even played. Iron Maiden, Megadeth and Anthrax at Montreal’s Parc Jean-Drapeau was very much the latter. With roughly 36,000 metalheads packed into the outside venue, Montreal was...

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  • FEATURES

      FEATURES

      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...

      Zach’s Picks of the Week – July 28 – August 2, 2025

      Once again, you know what time it is! If you don’t, that’s OK because you’re just in time for the best music on the Internet! Graciously provided to us by the articles posted this week on our website, Canadian Beats. All kinds of awesome content have come down the...

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      FESTIVALS & EVENTS

      Angine de Poitrine wins 2026 Polaris Music Prize

      Angine de Poitrine wins 2026 Polaris Music Prize

      Angine de Poitrine take home both the Polaris Album Prize and SOCAN Polaris Song Prize during a celebration of Canadian music at Massey Hall. Angine de Poitrine, Saguenay’s masked, micro-tonal, math rock duo currently dominating music spaces around the world, are the...

      CityFolk brought the folk, country and punk to Ottawa

      CityFolk brought the folk, country and punk to Ottawa

      Five nights, countless genres and one unforgettable CityFolk debut at Ottawa’s RA Centre grounds. A diverse weekend of folk, country and the most legendary punk rock welcomed Ottawa’s concert goers to 2026 CityFolk at its debut at the RA Centre grounds. Night one saw...

      Warm and Fuzzy Fest 2026: Joel Plaskett Headlines London Festival

      Warm and Fuzzy Fest 2026: Joel Plaskett Headlines London Festival

      Inaugural London, Ontario Music Festival Supported Humane Society London & Middlesex with Five Canadian Acts Warm and Fuzzy Fest 2026 brought Canadian music, community spirit, and a charitable cause together in London, Ontario, on October 11, 2026. Headlined by...

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  • PROMOS

      PROMOS

      Joe Ray McDonald Showcases Guitar Virtuosity on New Album Harvester

      Joe Ray McDonald Showcases Guitar Virtuosity on New Album Harvester

      Ottawa-area alt-country artist Joe Ray McDonald returns with Harvester, an 11-song collection blending intricate guitar work, heartfelt storytelling, and roots music influences. After bursting onto the Canadian alt-country scene with his 2025 album Cowboy Cake, Joe...

      Arkells Release Surprise Single “Handshake Thugs” Ahead of Canadian Tour Dates

      Arkells Release Surprise Single “Handshake Thugs” Ahead of Canadian Tour Dates

      Nine-time JUNO Award winners Arkells are back with a surprise new single, “Handshake Thugs,” marking their first new music since the release of their latest album, Between Us, earlier this spring. The politically charged track takes aim at those in positions of power...

      HAIR CONTROL Release Debut Album Electric Pleasure

      HAIR CONTROL Release Debut Album Electric Pleasure

      Calgary Art-Pop Duo Blends Synth-Pop, Psychedelia, and Electronic Experimentation Calgary, Alberta art-pop duo HAIR CONTROL have released their debut album, Electric Pleasure, a 40-minute journey through synth-pop, avant-dance, psychedelia, and electronic...

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  • INTERVIEWS

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      WiL Reflects on Life’s Meaningful Moments With “Pieces” – Interview

      WiL Reflects on Life’s Meaningful Moments With “Pieces” – Interview

      Vancouver Island singer-songwriter WiL explores the memories, connections, and experiences that shape our lives on his heartfelt new single “Pieces.” Vancouver Island indie-folk singer-songwriter WiL returns with his captivating new single, “Pieces”, available now on...

      Hagiel Shares Her Story of Survival on I Am Enough of a Woman – Interview

      Hagiel Shares Her Story of Survival on I Am Enough of a Woman – Interview

      Montreal singer Hagiel blends blues, rock, and gospel on her debut EP, I Am Enough of a Woman, an inspiring collection of songs about survival, faith, and finding freedom. For Hagiel, music has always been more than a passion. Her earliest memory is of dancing in her...

      Melina Coolen Explores Grief and Resilience on Street Pigeon – Interview

      Melina Coolen Explores Grief and Resilience on Street Pigeon – Interview

      Canadian multi-instrumentalist Melina Coolen releases Street Pigeon, a deeply personal album exploring grief, resilience, and self-discovery. Canadian songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, producer, audio engineer, and sound designer Melina Coolen has unveiled her new...

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  • REVIEWS

      REVIEWS

      Tim & The Glory Boys Find Peace in “Where We Can’t Be Found” – Single Review

      Tim & The Glory Boys Find Peace in “Where We Can’t Be Found” – Single Review

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      Mastodon & Deafheaven in Montreal – Show Review

      Mastodon & Deafheaven in Montreal – Show Review

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      The Pairs & Ben Doerksen in Elora, ON – Photo Review

      The Pairs & Ben Doerksen in Elora, ON – Photo Review

      The Pairs Bring Soaring Harmonies to a Sold-Out Show in Elora Who: The Pairs, Ben DoerksenWhen: October 24, 2026Where: Elora Centre for the Arts, Elora, ON London, Ontario folk group The Pairs brought their signature harmonies and infectious energy to a sold-out...

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  • SHOWS

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      My Son The Hurricane & Cabin Fever in Guelph, ON – PHOTO REVIEW

      My Son The Hurricane & Cabin Fever in Guelph, ON – PHOTO REVIEW

      My Son The Hurricane, Cabin FeverSeptember 11, 2026Sonic Hall Guelph, ON The brass, funk beast aka My Son The Hurricane made gave the Sonic Hall in Guelph a first hand taste of the danceable mayhem they are known for. Southwestern Ontario alternative folk/roots band...

      Rush Fifty Something: A Night We Never Thought We’d See Again

      Rush Fifty Something: A Night We Never Thought We’d See Again

      Rush Fifty Something Tour Rocks Montreal’s Bell Centre Friday night, September 4th, was the second of two sold-out Rush Fifty Something shows at Montreal’s Bell Centre. With a 7:45 p.m. start and no opening act, the fans were more than ready to go. The building was...

      The Glorious Sons & Kojak in Picton, ON

      The Glorious Sons & Kojak in Picton, ON

      The Glorious Sons Headline Rock the County Once Again with a Sold-Out Show Prince Edward County’s own Kojak — Donny Tait (vocals, guitar), Mitchell Cory (drums), Harry Tammel (bass), Ian Roantree (keys), and Claud Northey (guitar) — kicked off the night with their...

      SEE ALL
  • PASSPORT

      PASSPORT

      Staind Brings Break The Cycle 25th Anniversary Tour to Toronto – Show Review

      Staind Brings Break The Cycle 25th Anniversary Tour to Toronto – Show Review

      Staind Celebrates 25 Years of Break the Cycle With a Toronto Concert Staind brought their Break The Cycle 25th Anniversary Tour to a sold-out RBC Amphitheatre in Toronto, delivering a night of late-'90s and early-2000s rock nostalgia alongside special guests Seether,...

      AC/DC Rocks Montreal’s Parc Jean-Drapeau Before 45,000 Fans – Show Review

      AC/DC Rocks Montreal’s Parc Jean-Drapeau Before 45,000 Fans – Show Review

      AC/DC Delivers a Thunderous 21-Song Set with The Pretty Reckless, Fireworks, and 45,000 Rock Fans in Montreal AC/DC brought their legendary rock show to Parc Jean-Drapeau in Montreal in September 2026, delivering a thunderous performance before an estimated 45,000...

      Iron Maiden, Megadeth and Anthrax in Montreal, QC

      Iron Maiden, Megadeth and Anthrax in Montreal, QC

      Some concert bills are good on paper. Others are legendary before the first note is even played. Iron Maiden, Megadeth and Anthrax at Montreal’s Parc Jean-Drapeau was very much the latter. With roughly 36,000 metalheads packed into the outside venue, Montreal was...

      SEE ALL
  • FEATURES

      FEATURES

      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...

      Zach’s Picks of the Week – July 28 – August 2, 2025

      Once again, you know what time it is! If you don’t, that’s OK because you’re just in time for the best music on the Internet! Graciously provided to us by the articles posted this week on our website, Canadian Beats. All kinds of awesome content have come down the...

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      FESTIVALS & EVENTS

      Angine de Poitrine wins 2026 Polaris Music Prize

      Angine de Poitrine wins 2026 Polaris Music Prize

      Angine de Poitrine take home both the Polaris Album Prize and SOCAN Polaris Song Prize during a celebration of Canadian music at Massey Hall. Angine de Poitrine, Saguenay’s masked, micro-tonal, math rock duo currently dominating music spaces around the world, are the...

      CityFolk brought the folk, country and punk to Ottawa

      CityFolk brought the folk, country and punk to Ottawa

      Five nights, countless genres and one unforgettable CityFolk debut at Ottawa’s RA Centre grounds. A diverse weekend of folk, country and the most legendary punk rock welcomed Ottawa’s concert goers to 2026 CityFolk at its debut at the RA Centre grounds. Night one saw...

      Warm and Fuzzy Fest 2026: Joel Plaskett Headlines London Festival

      Warm and Fuzzy Fest 2026: Joel Plaskett Headlines London Festival

      Inaugural London, Ontario Music Festival Supported Humane Society London & Middlesex with Five Canadian Acts Warm and Fuzzy Fest 2026 brought Canadian music, community spirit, and a charitable cause together in London, Ontario, on October 11, 2026. Headlined by...

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Dahlia Wakefield Shares Powerful New Single “But No More” Ahead of Phoenix Rising – Interview

Dahlia Wakefield Shares Powerful New Single “But No More” Ahead of Phoenix Rising – Interview

by Jenna Melanson | Oct 15, 2026 | Interviews

Alberta rock artist transforms a personal story of survival into a defiant anthem of strength and self-love. Alberta-based rock singer-songwriter Dahlia Wakefield has released her powerful new single “But No More,” the fifth track unveiled from her album, Phoenix...
Beppie shares new album, Puzzle Pieces – Interview

Beppie shares new album, Puzzle Pieces – Interview

by Jenna Melanson | Oct 15, 2026 | Interviews

JUNO-nominated Edmonton children’s musician brings imagination, funky rhythms and family collaborations to her eighth album. Edmonton-based children’s musician Beppie has released her eighth album, Puzzle Pieces, a 13-track collection featuring the...
Garett Gunderson shares new album, Anywhere Anytime – Interview

Garett Gunderson shares new album, Anywhere Anytime – Interview

by Jenna Melanson | Oct 15, 2026 | Interviews

Edmonton singer-songwriter and visual artist explores love, gratitude and connection on his new pop-rock album. Edmonton singer-songwriter and visual artist Garett Gunderson is leaning into love on his new album, Anywhere Anytime. Warm, colourful and full of heart,...
Micah Sheveloff Talks Gary Cherone Collaboration & New Single – Interview

Micah Sheveloff Talks Gary Cherone Collaboration & New Single – Interview

by Jenna Melanson | Oct 14, 2026 | Interviews

The Boston-Born Singer-Songwriter Reimagines a Gary Cherone Co-Written Song Ahead of His January 2027 Album, Don’t You Wonder Micah Sheveloff has unveiled his new single, “Someone There For Me,” a collaboration rooted in his decades-long friendship with Gary...
Spoons shares new album, Nightlife and single, “Take The World” – Interview

Spoons shares new album, Nightlife and single, “Take The World” – Interview

by Jenna Melanson | Oct 14, 2026 | Interviews

New Wave Pioneers Spoons Announce New Album, Nightlife, Led By Single “Take The World” Spoons have announced Nightlife, their eighth studio album, arriving November 6 on CD, digital download and 180-gram red vinyl, and have released its lead single,...
Brandon Isaak shares new single, “World’s Got the Blues” – Interview

Brandon Isaak shares new single, “World’s Got the Blues” – Interview

by Jenna Melanson | Oct 14, 2026 | Interviews

Brandon Isaak Serves Up Electrifying New Blues Album With a Knockout Blend of Grit, Groove and Guitar Magic Horns blazing, piano rolling and a big, generous heart at the centre of it all, Brandon Isaak is back with “World’s Got the Blues,” a rousing...
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