• PROMOS

      PROMOS

      Crystal Shawanda shares new single, “Come Unto Me”

      Crystal Shawanda shares new single, “Come Unto Me”

      Crystal Shawanda Honours Raul Malo With Soulful Cover of "Come Unto Me," First Single From Upcoming Album, Homesick Indian Blues JUNO Award-winning powerhouse Crystal Shawanda releases "Come Unto Me" today on all streaming platforms, a heartfelt cover of The Mavericks...

      Chapter 33 share new single, “Trust”

      Chapter 33 share new single, “Trust”

      Chapter 33 Channel Growth and Self-Reflection on Self-Titled Debut Album Led by Hopeful Pop-Punk Anthem "Trust" Ottawa, ON/Gatineau, QC pop-punk/alternative rock band Chapter 33 share their self-titled debut album, released alongside lead single “Trust,” an energetic...

      Strange Plants share new single, “What A Time”

      Strange Plants share new single, “What A Time”

      Strange Plants Pair Driving Alternative Rock Energy with Sharp Social Commentary on New Single "What A Time" Building upon this year’s previous releases, “Lay Your Mind,” “Ground Falls Away,” and “Time Killing,” Strange Plants share “What A Time,” an upbeat and...

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  • INTERVIEWS

      INTERVIEWS

      ALYA shares new single, “Believer”

      ALYA shares new single, “Believer”

      Los Angeles Pop Artist ALYA Finds Hope in New Cinematic Single, "Believer" Grammy-winning pop artist ALYA returns with "Believer," a soaring, cinematic new single that arrives ahead of her forthcoming album 'In The Moment,' due in March 2027. Produced by Tim Carmon...

      Laura Fortini shares debut single, “Lights Went Out” – Interview

      Laura Fortini shares debut single, “Lights Went Out” – Interview

      Aurora, ON Singer-Songwriter Laura Fortini Introduces Herself With Debut Single "Lights Went Out" Aurora, Ontario singer-songwriter, Laura Fortini, releases her debut single for radio, "Lights Went Out,": a warm, narrative-driven pop song built from a real memory she...

      Jake Soberlak shares new single, “You Gotta Leave” – Interview

      Jake Soberlak shares new single, “You Gotta Leave” – Interview

      Kamloops Teenage Blues Phenom Jake Soberlak Releases Debut Single, "You Gotta Leave," Ahead of September Album, I'm In Trouble At 17-years-old, Jake Soberlak of Kamloops, British Columbia plays the blues with the authority of someone who has lived inside the music for...

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  • REVIEWS

      REVIEWS

      The New Hires Return With Explosive New Single “4AM” – Single Review

      The New Hires Return With Explosive New Single “4AM” – Single Review

      The New Hires turn sleepless obsession into an irresistible indie rock anthem. Ottawa indie rock outfit The New Hires are back with "4AM," an energetic, guitar-driven anthem that perfectly captures the restless thoughts and emotional uncertainty that arrive long after...

      Taming Sari Reflect on the Past with “Ghost of a Good Time” – Single Review

      Taming Sari Reflect on the Past with “Ghost of a Good Time” – Single Review

      Taming Sari Turn Nostalgia into a Powerful Rock Anthem Ottawa's Taming Sari continue their impressive rise with "Ghost of a Good Time," a modern southern rock anthem that captures the bittersweet emotions of nostalgia, loss, and longing. Blending gritty guitars,...

      Camryn shares new single, “Ghost” – Single Review

      Camryn shares new single, “Ghost” – Single Review

      A haunting reflection wrapped in soaring alternative rock Canadian singer-songwriter Camryn continues to establish herself as one of Canada's promising new alternative artists with the release of "Ghost," a deeply personal single that fuses dreamy shoegaze atmospheres...

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  • SHOWS

      SHOWS

      PUP & Gob in St. John’s, NL – Show Review

      PUP & Gob in St. John’s, NL – Show Review

      PUP & GobJune 24, 2026JAG Soundhouse, St. John's, NL All Photo Credit: Tara Thompson What better way to kick off the summer season than with a show at the JAG Soundhouse in St. John's, NL, especially while the Iceberg Alley Performance Tent takes a break for the...

      Signal Hill in Waterloo, ON – IN PHOTOS

      Signal Hill in Waterloo, ON – IN PHOTOS

      Signal HillJune 27, 2026Maxwell's Waterloo, ON Eastern Canada acoustic rockers Signal Hill brought their high energy to a sold out show at Maxwell's in Waterloo ON and transformed the club into a kitchen party! For more photos from the show, head to our...

      Angine de Poitrine in Picton, ON – Show Review

      Angine de Poitrine in Picton, ON – Show Review

      Angine de Poitrine & Le ParcJune 26, 2026Base31, Picton, ON A duo from Saguenay, Quebec is taking over the world. Angine de Poitrine stopped by Base 31 in Picton, Ontario - a show that sold out in 3 minutes - as part of their Canadian run. Opening the evening was...

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  • PASSPORT

      PASSPORT

      Joji in Toronto, ON – Show Review

      Joji in Toronto, ON – Show Review

      Joji, For a specific subset of the crowd at Scotiabank Arena, Joji’s headlining set in Toronto felt like a defining cultural marker. Scattered across the floor were fans in pink morph suits, a quiet nod to his chaotic internet comedy roots before his transition into...

      Tash Sultana in Montreal, QC – Show Review

      Tash Sultana in Montreal, QC – Show Review

      Tash Sultana, Daisy The GreatJune 9, 2026MTELUS, Montreal, QC After conquering Montreal as a headliner at the 2022 Montreal Jazz Festival in front of tens of thousands of fans and previously filling Place Bell in 2018, it was a pleasant surprise to see Tash Sultana...

      Bailey Zimmerman in Toronto, ON – Show Review

      Bailey Zimmerman in Toronto, ON – Show Review

      Bailey Zimmerman, Blake Whiten & Hudson WestbrookJune 18, 2026RBC Amphitheatre, Toronto, ON It takes a unique kind of artist to outdraw a national soccer match, but Bailey Zimmerman did just that in Toronto. Despite competing directly with a Team Canada FIFA World...

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  • FEATURES

      FEATURES

      Zach’s Picks of the Week – October 13 – 18, 2025

      Have you been looking for the best music on the Internet? Well it’s good that you stopped here, I've got just that for you! Welcome to Canadians Beats Media, the home of the best music on the Internet in my opinion. All kinds of contents, including interviews, music...

      Zach’s Picks of the Week – September 22 – 27, 2025

      Well, let’s get right into another exciting list of music that has premiered right here on our website. Welcome to Zach’s Picks of the Week, where I handpick several articles that were posted this last week. Share them with you and your friends and family, and...

      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...

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  • FESTIVALS & EVENTS

      FESTIVALS & EVENTS

      2026 Ottawa Jazz Festival kicks off Summer Festival Season

      2026 Ottawa Jazz Festival kicks off Summer Festival Season

      The Ottawa Jazz Festival kicked off the city’s summer concert season with nine days of a musical diversity unrivaled by any other! The festival’s OLG Main Stage first week opened with Ottawa's own BLAKDENIM bringing their genre-blending hip-hop and funk collective...

      Rockstalgia Music Festival Brings Two Days of Classic Rock to Orono Fairgrounds This July With Headliners Wide Mouth Mason

      Rockstalgia Music Festival Brings Two Days of Classic Rock to Orono Fairgrounds This July With Headliners Wide Mouth Mason

      Two Days, Two Stages, One Unforgettable Rock Celebration Rockstalgia Music Festival announces its inaugural two-day celebration of rock music, set for July 11 and 12, 2026 at the Orono Fairgrounds in Orono, Ontario. Spanning 70s, 80s, and 90s rock across two stages...

      Margaret McGuffin Talks 2026 Women in the Studio Accelerator – Interview

      Margaret McGuffin Talks 2026 Women in the Studio Accelerator – Interview

      From Opportunity to Impact: Margaret McGuffin Discusses Women in the Studio’s Growing Legacy Music Publishers Canada continues its work to create more equitable opportunities across the music industry through the Women in the Studio National Accelerator, an initiative...

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  • PROMOS

      PROMOS

      Crystal Shawanda shares new single, “Come Unto Me”

      Crystal Shawanda shares new single, “Come Unto Me”

      Crystal Shawanda Honours Raul Malo With Soulful Cover of "Come Unto Me," First Single From Upcoming Album, Homesick Indian Blues JUNO Award-winning powerhouse Crystal Shawanda releases "Come Unto Me" today on all streaming platforms, a heartfelt cover of The Mavericks...

      Chapter 33 share new single, “Trust”

      Chapter 33 share new single, “Trust”

      Chapter 33 Channel Growth and Self-Reflection on Self-Titled Debut Album Led by Hopeful Pop-Punk Anthem "Trust" Ottawa, ON/Gatineau, QC pop-punk/alternative rock band Chapter 33 share their self-titled debut album, released alongside lead single “Trust,” an energetic...

      Strange Plants share new single, “What A Time”

      Strange Plants share new single, “What A Time”

      Strange Plants Pair Driving Alternative Rock Energy with Sharp Social Commentary on New Single "What A Time" Building upon this year’s previous releases, “Lay Your Mind,” “Ground Falls Away,” and “Time Killing,” Strange Plants share “What A Time,” an upbeat and...

      SEE ALL
  • INTERVIEWS

      INTERVIEWS

      ALYA shares new single, “Believer”

      ALYA shares new single, “Believer”

      Los Angeles Pop Artist ALYA Finds Hope in New Cinematic Single, "Believer" Grammy-winning pop artist ALYA returns with "Believer," a soaring, cinematic new single that arrives ahead of her forthcoming album 'In The Moment,' due in March 2027. Produced by Tim Carmon...

      Laura Fortini shares debut single, “Lights Went Out” – Interview

      Laura Fortini shares debut single, “Lights Went Out” – Interview

      Aurora, ON Singer-Songwriter Laura Fortini Introduces Herself With Debut Single "Lights Went Out" Aurora, Ontario singer-songwriter, Laura Fortini, releases her debut single for radio, "Lights Went Out,": a warm, narrative-driven pop song built from a real memory she...

      Jake Soberlak shares new single, “You Gotta Leave” – Interview

      Jake Soberlak shares new single, “You Gotta Leave” – Interview

      Kamloops Teenage Blues Phenom Jake Soberlak Releases Debut Single, "You Gotta Leave," Ahead of September Album, I'm In Trouble At 17-years-old, Jake Soberlak of Kamloops, British Columbia plays the blues with the authority of someone who has lived inside the music for...

      SEE ALL
  • REVIEWS

      REVIEWS

      The New Hires Return With Explosive New Single “4AM” – Single Review

      The New Hires Return With Explosive New Single “4AM” – Single Review

      The New Hires turn sleepless obsession into an irresistible indie rock anthem. Ottawa indie rock outfit The New Hires are back with "4AM," an energetic, guitar-driven anthem that perfectly captures the restless thoughts and emotional uncertainty that arrive long after...

      Taming Sari Reflect on the Past with “Ghost of a Good Time” – Single Review

      Taming Sari Reflect on the Past with “Ghost of a Good Time” – Single Review

      Taming Sari Turn Nostalgia into a Powerful Rock Anthem Ottawa's Taming Sari continue their impressive rise with "Ghost of a Good Time," a modern southern rock anthem that captures the bittersweet emotions of nostalgia, loss, and longing. Blending gritty guitars,...

      Camryn shares new single, “Ghost” – Single Review

      Camryn shares new single, “Ghost” – Single Review

      A haunting reflection wrapped in soaring alternative rock Canadian singer-songwriter Camryn continues to establish herself as one of Canada's promising new alternative artists with the release of "Ghost," a deeply personal single that fuses dreamy shoegaze atmospheres...

      SEE ALL
  • SHOWS

      SHOWS

      PUP & Gob in St. John’s, NL – Show Review

      PUP & Gob in St. John’s, NL – Show Review

      PUP & GobJune 24, 2026JAG Soundhouse, St. John's, NL All Photo Credit: Tara Thompson What better way to kick off the summer season than with a show at the JAG Soundhouse in St. John's, NL, especially while the Iceberg Alley Performance Tent takes a break for the...

      Signal Hill in Waterloo, ON – IN PHOTOS

      Signal Hill in Waterloo, ON – IN PHOTOS

      Signal HillJune 27, 2026Maxwell's Waterloo, ON Eastern Canada acoustic rockers Signal Hill brought their high energy to a sold out show at Maxwell's in Waterloo ON and transformed the club into a kitchen party! For more photos from the show, head to our...

      Angine de Poitrine in Picton, ON – Show Review

      Angine de Poitrine in Picton, ON – Show Review

      Angine de Poitrine & Le ParcJune 26, 2026Base31, Picton, ON A duo from Saguenay, Quebec is taking over the world. Angine de Poitrine stopped by Base 31 in Picton, Ontario - a show that sold out in 3 minutes - as part of their Canadian run. Opening the evening was...

      SEE ALL
  • PASSPORT

      PASSPORT

      Joji in Toronto, ON – Show Review

      Joji in Toronto, ON – Show Review

      Joji, For a specific subset of the crowd at Scotiabank Arena, Joji’s headlining set in Toronto felt like a defining cultural marker. Scattered across the floor were fans in pink morph suits, a quiet nod to his chaotic internet comedy roots before his transition into...

      Tash Sultana in Montreal, QC – Show Review

      Tash Sultana in Montreal, QC – Show Review

      Tash Sultana, Daisy The GreatJune 9, 2026MTELUS, Montreal, QC After conquering Montreal as a headliner at the 2022 Montreal Jazz Festival in front of tens of thousands of fans and previously filling Place Bell in 2018, it was a pleasant surprise to see Tash Sultana...

      Bailey Zimmerman in Toronto, ON – Show Review

      Bailey Zimmerman in Toronto, ON – Show Review

      Bailey Zimmerman, Blake Whiten & Hudson WestbrookJune 18, 2026RBC Amphitheatre, Toronto, ON It takes a unique kind of artist to outdraw a national soccer match, but Bailey Zimmerman did just that in Toronto. Despite competing directly with a Team Canada FIFA World...

      SEE ALL
  • FEATURES

      FEATURES

      Zach’s Picks of the Week – October 13 – 18, 2025

      Have you been looking for the best music on the Internet? Well it’s good that you stopped here, I've got just that for you! Welcome to Canadians Beats Media, the home of the best music on the Internet in my opinion. All kinds of contents, including interviews, music...

      Zach’s Picks of the Week – September 22 – 27, 2025

      Well, let’s get right into another exciting list of music that has premiered right here on our website. Welcome to Zach’s Picks of the Week, where I handpick several articles that were posted this last week. Share them with you and your friends and family, and...

      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...

      SEE ALL
  • FESTIVALS & EVENTS

      FESTIVALS & EVENTS

      2026 Ottawa Jazz Festival kicks off Summer Festival Season

      2026 Ottawa Jazz Festival kicks off Summer Festival Season

      The Ottawa Jazz Festival kicked off the city’s summer concert season with nine days of a musical diversity unrivaled by any other! The festival’s OLG Main Stage first week opened with Ottawa's own BLAKDENIM bringing their genre-blending hip-hop and funk collective...

      Rockstalgia Music Festival Brings Two Days of Classic Rock to Orono Fairgrounds This July With Headliners Wide Mouth Mason

      Rockstalgia Music Festival Brings Two Days of Classic Rock to Orono Fairgrounds This July With Headliners Wide Mouth Mason

      Two Days, Two Stages, One Unforgettable Rock Celebration Rockstalgia Music Festival announces its inaugural two-day celebration of rock music, set for July 11 and 12, 2026 at the Orono Fairgrounds in Orono, Ontario. Spanning 70s, 80s, and 90s rock across two stages...

      Margaret McGuffin Talks 2026 Women in the Studio Accelerator – Interview

      Margaret McGuffin Talks 2026 Women in the Studio Accelerator – Interview

      From Opportunity to Impact: Margaret McGuffin Discusses Women in the Studio’s Growing Legacy Music Publishers Canada continues its work to create more equitable opportunities across the music industry through the Women in the Studio National Accelerator, an initiative...

      SEE ALL

2025 JUNO Songwriters Circle brings stories to this year’s favourite hits

by | Apr 8, 2025 | Festivals & Events

Known as the “Jewel of the JUNOs”, the 2025 edition of the JUNO Songwriters’ Circle was held at the Centre in Vancouver.  CBC Music’s Elamin Abdelmahmoud hosted the event that saw eight diverse and celebrated singer-songwriters discuss their...
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