• PROMOS

      PROMOS

      Ryan O’Reilly shares new album, Native Companion

      Ryan O’Reilly shares new album, Native Companion

      Ryan O'Reilly Explores Introspection and Transience on New Album, Native Companion feat. Poetic Focus Track "Fear of Flying" Berlin-based songwriter Ryan O’Reilly shares his fourth studio album Native Companion alongside the release of its introspective and poetic...

      The Give ’Em Hell Boys Drop “All Said And Done”

      The Give ’Em Hell Boys Drop “All Said And Done”

      Canadian cowpunks' scorching sophomore album More Noise In An Already Noisy World is out now Can a band really be deemed road warriors until they've survived a van crash? Not that they needed any further validation, but The Give 'Em Hell Boys earned their...

      Red Bull BC One All Stars National Tour Lands In Toronto

      Red Bull BC One All Stars National Tour Lands In Toronto

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  • INTERVIEWS

      INTERVIEWS

      Keven Daken Drops “Brand New Truck” – Interview

      Keven Daken Drops “Brand New Truck” – Interview

      Keven Daken drives forward with “Brand New Truck” and a bold new chapter Nova Scotia’s country music scene has no shortage of talent, but Keven Daken continues to stand out by doing things his own way — steady, honest, and rooted in real-life storytelling. With a...

      Don Denaburg & Friends share new single, “Beyond Blue” – Interview

      Don Denaburg & Friends share new single, “Beyond Blue” – Interview

      Don Denaburg & Friends Share Moving New Single "Beyond Blue": A Song About Finding Light in the Darkest Moments Toronto singer-songwriter Don Denaburg and his celebrated collective of collaborators release "Beyond Blue”— out now—a quietly powerful new single that...

      JR & the Bad OX Band Share Road-Ready Anthem “Highway Life” – Interview

      JR & the Bad OX Band Share Road-Ready Anthem “Highway Life” – Interview

      Victoria's JR and the Bad Ox Band Cruise Into "Highway Life" with All-Star Nashville Team JR and the Bad OX Band, the heartfelt country project of Canadian singer-songwriter John Rewers, today releases “Highway Life,” a sun-drenched, rolling ode to the open road and...

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  • REVIEWS

      REVIEWS

      Awake & Dreaming share “Something To Believe In” – Single Review

      Awake & Dreaming share “Something To Believe In” – Single Review

      Awake & Dreaming's "Something to Believe In" Rebuilt by Juno Winner Jay Dufour "Something to Believe In" was always a song about refusing to quit. Now it sounds like it. Canadian alt-rock band Awake & Dreaming announces a newly mixed and mastered version of...

      Keven Daken releases “Brand New Truck” – Single Review

      Keven Daken releases “Brand New Truck” – Single Review

      From 200K streams to nationwide radio—Keven Daken is shifting into high gear. Nova Scotia–born country artist Keven Daken has spent the last two decades building a career defined by strong songwriting, emotional delivery, and a deep connection with his audience. From...

      Jessica Lockwood Shares Back To Yellow (EP Review)

      Jessica Lockwood Shares Back To Yellow (EP Review)

      Jessica Lockwood embraces joy and self-growth on empowering debut EP Back To Yellow Jessica Lockwood continues her rise as one of Ontario’s most exciting emerging voices with the release of her debut EP, Back To Yellow. Known for blending blues rock, soul-pop, gospel,...

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  • SHOWS

      SHOWS

      Aysanabee in Kitchener, ON – Photo Review

      Aysanabee in Kitchener, ON – Photo Review

      Aysanabee, Tennyson KingApril 3, 2026The Boathouse, Kitchener  ON Fresh from his two 2026 Juno awards wins for Alternative Album of the year and Contemporary Indigenous Album of the year Oji-Cree singer-songwriter Aysanabee performed to a sold crowd at the...

      My Son The Hurricane in Waterloo, ON – Photo Review

      My Son The Hurricane in Waterloo, ON – Photo Review

      My Son The Hurricane, Arcade AllstarsMarch 28, 2026Maxwell's, Waterloo  ON My Son The Hurricane, the multi-horn, multi-drummer, multi-singer brass funk beast from Niagara ON is touring again and had the crowd at Maxwell's dancing from the first note played. Local...

      Old Man Luedecke in Guelph, ON – Photo Review

      Old Man Luedecke in Guelph, ON – Photo Review

      Old Man Luedecke, Colour Film March 30, 2026Sonic Hall, Guelph ON All Photo Credit: Dan Fischer Two time Juno winner singer-songwriter Old Man Luedecke brought his high energy and clever/poignant lyrics to the Sonic Hall in Guelph ON. Hamilton's...

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  • PASSPORT

      PASSPORT

      George Thorogood in Calgary, AB – Show Review

      George Thorogood in Calgary, AB – Show Review

      George ThorogoodMarch 20, 2026The Grey Eagle Casino & Resort, Calgary, AB One legendary act, one of the provinces top venues (The Grey Eagle), and one critical mistake on my part. Now for those of you who don’t know me, I took on a new job a few months ago which...

      Danko Jones in Sherwood Park, AB – Show Review

      Danko Jones in Sherwood Park, AB – Show Review

      All Photo Credit: Rich Moreland Danko JonesFebruary 6, 2026Festival Place, Sherwood Park AB Danko Jones made his first appearance back in Edmonton since 2021, and it was a ripper! The venue was Festival Place in Sherwood Park, a community on the outskirts of Edmonton...

      Beartooth in Montreal, QC – Show Review

      Beartooth in Montreal, QC – Show Review

      All Photo Credit: Eric Brisson BeartoothMarch 8, 2026Place Bell, Montreal, QC There are shows you enjoy, and then there are shows that stay with you—etched into your memory like a permanent soundtrack. March 8th at Place Bell was the latter. A stacked lineup...

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  • FEATURES

      FEATURES

      Zach Picks of the Week – September 7 – 13, 2025

      What’s going on and welcome back for another exciting batch of exciting music that is always exciting to check out! You know it’s gotta be, good for everybody. All of this music comes from our website Canadian beats. Be sure to go check out all the exciting content we...

      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...

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  • FESTIVALS & EVENTS

      FESTIVALS & EVENTS

      Lasso Montreal unveils 2026 lineup

      COUNTRY MUSIC TAKES OVER MONTRÉAL AS LASSO 2026 UNVEILS ITS LINEUP, FEATURING KOE WETZEL, MAX McNOWN, CARLY PEARCE, TURNPIKE TROUBADOURS, CAMERON WHITCOMBAND MORE, JOINING A PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED ALL-STAR BILL INCLUDING THOMAS RHETT, MUMFORD & SONS, JON PARDI AND...

      Four Winds Music Fest returns for 2026 installment

      Four Winds Music Fest Returns For Fourth Year With Blackie + The Rodeo Kings, The Bros. Landreth, Tim Baker, And Debut Of New Heritage And Cultural Stage Three-day camping passes and single-day tickets are now available at www.fourwindsmusicfest.com Four Winds Music...

      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...

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  • PROMOS

      PROMOS

      Ryan O’Reilly shares new album, Native Companion

      Ryan O’Reilly shares new album, Native Companion

      Ryan O'Reilly Explores Introspection and Transience on New Album, Native Companion feat. Poetic Focus Track "Fear of Flying" Berlin-based songwriter Ryan O’Reilly shares his fourth studio album Native Companion alongside the release of its introspective and poetic...

      The Give ’Em Hell Boys Drop “All Said And Done”

      The Give ’Em Hell Boys Drop “All Said And Done”

      Canadian cowpunks' scorching sophomore album More Noise In An Already Noisy World is out now Can a band really be deemed road warriors until they've survived a van crash? Not that they needed any further validation, but The Give 'Em Hell Boys earned their...

      Red Bull BC One All Stars National Tour Lands In Toronto

      Red Bull BC One All Stars National Tour Lands In Toronto

      The world’s top breakers take over Toronto—celebrating the culture that built them This April, the Red Bull BC One All Star Tour travels across Canada, connecting world-class breakers with local dance communities and the broader hip-hop culture through workshops,...

      SEE ALL
  • INTERVIEWS

      INTERVIEWS

      Keven Daken Drops “Brand New Truck” – Interview

      Keven Daken Drops “Brand New Truck” – Interview

      Keven Daken drives forward with “Brand New Truck” and a bold new chapter Nova Scotia’s country music scene has no shortage of talent, but Keven Daken continues to stand out by doing things his own way — steady, honest, and rooted in real-life storytelling. With a...

      Don Denaburg & Friends share new single, “Beyond Blue” – Interview

      Don Denaburg & Friends share new single, “Beyond Blue” – Interview

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      JR & the Bad OX Band Share Road-Ready Anthem “Highway Life” – Interview

      JR & the Bad OX Band Share Road-Ready Anthem “Highway Life” – Interview

      Victoria's JR and the Bad Ox Band Cruise Into "Highway Life" with All-Star Nashville Team JR and the Bad OX Band, the heartfelt country project of Canadian singer-songwriter John Rewers, today releases “Highway Life,” a sun-drenched, rolling ode to the open road and...

      SEE ALL
  • REVIEWS

      REVIEWS

      Awake & Dreaming share “Something To Believe In” – Single Review

      Awake & Dreaming share “Something To Believe In” – Single Review

      Awake & Dreaming's "Something to Believe In" Rebuilt by Juno Winner Jay Dufour "Something to Believe In" was always a song about refusing to quit. Now it sounds like it. Canadian alt-rock band Awake & Dreaming announces a newly mixed and mastered version of...

      Keven Daken releases “Brand New Truck” – Single Review

      Keven Daken releases “Brand New Truck” – Single Review

      From 200K streams to nationwide radio—Keven Daken is shifting into high gear. Nova Scotia–born country artist Keven Daken has spent the last two decades building a career defined by strong songwriting, emotional delivery, and a deep connection with his audience. From...

      Jessica Lockwood Shares Back To Yellow (EP Review)

      Jessica Lockwood Shares Back To Yellow (EP Review)

      Jessica Lockwood embraces joy and self-growth on empowering debut EP Back To Yellow Jessica Lockwood continues her rise as one of Ontario’s most exciting emerging voices with the release of her debut EP, Back To Yellow. Known for blending blues rock, soul-pop, gospel,...

      SEE ALL
  • SHOWS

      SHOWS

      Aysanabee in Kitchener, ON – Photo Review

      Aysanabee in Kitchener, ON – Photo Review

      Aysanabee, Tennyson KingApril 3, 2026The Boathouse, Kitchener  ON Fresh from his two 2026 Juno awards wins for Alternative Album of the year and Contemporary Indigenous Album of the year Oji-Cree singer-songwriter Aysanabee performed to a sold crowd at the...

      My Son The Hurricane in Waterloo, ON – Photo Review

      My Son The Hurricane in Waterloo, ON – Photo Review

      My Son The Hurricane, Arcade AllstarsMarch 28, 2026Maxwell's, Waterloo  ON My Son The Hurricane, the multi-horn, multi-drummer, multi-singer brass funk beast from Niagara ON is touring again and had the crowd at Maxwell's dancing from the first note played. Local...

      Old Man Luedecke in Guelph, ON – Photo Review

      Old Man Luedecke in Guelph, ON – Photo Review

      Old Man Luedecke, Colour Film March 30, 2026Sonic Hall, Guelph ON All Photo Credit: Dan Fischer Two time Juno winner singer-songwriter Old Man Luedecke brought his high energy and clever/poignant lyrics to the Sonic Hall in Guelph ON. Hamilton's...

      SEE ALL
  • PASSPORT

      PASSPORT

      George Thorogood in Calgary, AB – Show Review

      George Thorogood in Calgary, AB – Show Review

      George ThorogoodMarch 20, 2026The Grey Eagle Casino & Resort, Calgary, AB One legendary act, one of the provinces top venues (The Grey Eagle), and one critical mistake on my part. Now for those of you who don’t know me, I took on a new job a few months ago which...

      Danko Jones in Sherwood Park, AB – Show Review

      Danko Jones in Sherwood Park, AB – Show Review

      All Photo Credit: Rich Moreland Danko JonesFebruary 6, 2026Festival Place, Sherwood Park AB Danko Jones made his first appearance back in Edmonton since 2021, and it was a ripper! The venue was Festival Place in Sherwood Park, a community on the outskirts of Edmonton...

      Beartooth in Montreal, QC – Show Review

      Beartooth in Montreal, QC – Show Review

      All Photo Credit: Eric Brisson BeartoothMarch 8, 2026Place Bell, Montreal, QC There are shows you enjoy, and then there are shows that stay with you—etched into your memory like a permanent soundtrack. March 8th at Place Bell was the latter. A stacked lineup...

      SEE ALL
  • FEATURES

      FEATURES

      Zach Picks of the Week – September 7 – 13, 2025

      What’s going on and welcome back for another exciting batch of exciting music that is always exciting to check out! You know it’s gotta be, good for everybody. All of this music comes from our website Canadian beats. Be sure to go check out all the exciting content we...

      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...

      SEE ALL
  • FESTIVALS & EVENTS

      FESTIVALS & EVENTS

      Lasso Montreal unveils 2026 lineup

      COUNTRY MUSIC TAKES OVER MONTRÉAL AS LASSO 2026 UNVEILS ITS LINEUP, FEATURING KOE WETZEL, MAX McNOWN, CARLY PEARCE, TURNPIKE TROUBADOURS, CAMERON WHITCOMBAND MORE, JOINING A PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED ALL-STAR BILL INCLUDING THOMAS RHETT, MUMFORD & SONS, JON PARDI AND...

      Four Winds Music Fest returns for 2026 installment

      Four Winds Music Fest Returns For Fourth Year With Blackie + The Rodeo Kings, The Bros. Landreth, Tim Baker, And Debut Of New Heritage And Cultural Stage Three-day camping passes and single-day tickets are now available at www.fourwindsmusicfest.com Four Winds Music...

      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...

      SEE ALL

Redhead Mack Band shares “Pick It Up” (Interview)

by JamesM | Nov 29, 2023 | Interviews

Redhead Mack Band’s “Pick It Up” Reveals the Complex Balance of Doing What You Love for a Living Some people say think if you do what you love for a living, your job is easy to do. However, this isn’t as cut and dry as it seems. No one...

The Brother Bicker Band shares “Another Kind of Train” (Interview)

by JamesM | Nov 17, 2023 | Interviews

Canadian Roots Rockers The Brother Bicker Band Roll in with “Another Kind of Train” – A New Single Blending Maple Whiskey Rock n Roll Flavour The Brother Bicker Band is country, Canadian style, and the seven-member group of roots rockers are bringing more...

Justine Giles – “Before It’s Too Late” (Single Review)

by JamesM | Nov 17, 2023 | Reviews

Calgary’s Justine Giles Shares New Single, “Before It’s Too Late” Justine Giles is ready to tell all, and the Calgary-based singer-songwriter isn’t afraid of what will happen next. Always one to wear her heart on her sleeve, Giles returns with...

Kayla Williams – You Call Me (Single Review + Five Questions With)

by JamesM | Nov 6, 2023 | Interviews, Reviews

Kayla Williams Shares Her New Single, “You Call Me” Calgary, AB-based yacht-pop artist Kayla Williams has unveiled her brand new single, “You Call Me,” which follows her previous release, “Come Close” and “In Your...

Kim Thompson – “Dear Dolly” (Single Review + Interview)

by JamesM | Oct 17, 2023 | Interviews, Reviews

Kim Thompson Shares On Her Latest Single, “Dear Dolly” Alberta-based singer-songwriter, Kim Thompson released her latest single, “Dear Dolly” earlier this year. The single followed the previously released tracks, “Bucket List” and...
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