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

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      The Satisfactory share new double single, “How To Swim/ Lydia” – Interview

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  • REVIEWS

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      Rose Cousins in Elora, ON – Photo Review

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      Aysanabee in Kitchener, ON – Photo Review

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      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...

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      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...

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      Lasso Montreal unveils 2026 lineup

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      SEE ALL
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      SEE ALL
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      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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Shantaia releases new single, “What I Wouldn’t Do” + 5Qs ZOOM Interview

by JamesM | Jun 10, 2024 | 5qs, Interviews

After a breakout year in 2023, earning her a deal with Universal Music Canada (UMC), and five SCMA nominations, Nashville-based Canadian country artist Shantaia steps into a new era of music with a smouldering new sound on her latest single “What I...
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