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      Ryan O’Reilly Releases Reflective Folk Gem “Elizabeth”

      Ryan O’Reilly Releases Reflective Folk Gem “Elizabeth”

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      Teagan Johnston Shares Introspective New Single “My Luck”

      Teagan Johnston Shares Introspective New Single “My Luck”

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      Justin Maki Drops “Wasting Time”

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      Justin Maki Soars on Slow Grooving, Dark Alternative Single "Wasting Time" From New Album 'Technicolor Dreams' (OUT 6/26) Japan-born, Canada-raised artist Justin Maki shares “Wasting Time,” a slow-groove R&B ballad that transforms uncertainty into devotion....

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      P.S. Lucas Brings Villains & Chieftains to Canada

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      Ken Whiteley Releases Keep Going – Interview

      Ken Whiteley Releases Keep Going – Interview

      Canadian Folk Legend Ken Whiteley Releases His 37th Album, Keep Going Canadian folk legend Ken Whiteley releases his 37th album, Keep Going, today via Pyramid Records, distributed worldwide by Distrokid. A multi-instrumentalist, producer, and composer who has been at...

      Caleb Tomlinson Drops Solstice — Interview

      Caleb Tomlinson Drops Solstice — Interview

      Yukon-based alt-country artist emerges as a powerful new voice from northern Canada There’s a certain kind of honesty that comes through in Caleb Tomlinson’s music — the kind you can’t fake. Based in Whitehorse, the Yukon singer-songwriter creates songs that feel raw,...

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  • REVIEWS

      REVIEWS

      Madlands – “Witching Hour” (Single Review)

      Madlands – “Witching Hour” (Single Review)

      Toronto-based MADLANDS emerge in 2026 carrying the spirit of a time when rock was messy, emotional, and unpolished—when art was art, not content, and meaning wasn’t dictated by metrics or algorithms. Driven by the belief that art should unsettle rather than simply be...

      Aria Ohlsson – “Ghost” (Single Review)

      Aria Ohlsson – “Ghost” (Single Review)

      Honest songs. Haunted hearts. Unforgettable hooks. Aria Ohlsson is a 28-year-old Toronto-based singer-songwriter whose music is rooted in honesty, vulnerability, and emotional depth. After losing her mother at just 12 years old, songwriting became her way of...

      Black and White Rewrite – Tokyo Ghost (Single Review & Interview)

      Dark, explosive, and emotionally charged — “Tokyo Ghost” delivers soaring melody and controlled chaos in one unforgettable pop-punk punch Winnipeg five-piece Black and White Rewrite are back — louder, sharper, and more energized than ever. Blending decades of punk,...

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  • SHOWS

      SHOWS

      Kasador in Guelph, ON – IN PHOTOS

      Kasador in Guelph, ON – IN PHOTOS

      Kasador, Avalon Stone, Deer FangFebruary 28, 2026Sonic Hall, Guelph ON A capacity crowd came to party with Kingston ON rockers Kasador at Sonic Hall in Guelph. First rate rockin' support from Kitchener ON's Avalon Stone. Also, opening, grungegaze band...

      Sam Roberts Band in Guelph, ON – IN PHOTOS

      Sam Roberts BandFebruary 21, 2026River Run Centre, Guelph ON Multi Juno award Canadian alternative rockers Sam Roberts Band ended their 10 stop Singles Night tour, a tour of beautiful theatres throughout Ontario; performing to a packed house at the River Run Centre in...

      Goldie Boutilier in Toronto, ON – IN PHOTOS

      Goldie Boutilier, Glimmerjean and Goode & Anna GravesFebruary 21, 2026Danforth Music Hall, Toronto, ON Goldie Boutilier’s "The King of Possibilities Tour" arrived at a packed Danforth Music Hall, proving the Nova Scotian artist’s transition from high-profile EDM...

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  • PASSPORT

      PASSPORT

      Alex Sampson in Toronto, ON – IN PHOTOS

      Alex Sampson, MaryJo Young, Rikki LumiFebruary 22, 2026The Mod Club, Toronto, ON Alex Sampson brought the "Thank You For Loving Me" tour to a capacity crowd at Toronto’s Mod Club. The night opened with 19-year-old Rikki Lumi delivered a performance built around her...

      Nine Inch Nails in Montreal, Qc – Show Review

      NINE INCH NAILSFEBRUARY 16th, 2026BELL CENTRE, MONTREAL, QC On February 16, 2026, the Nine Inch Nails turned the Bell Centre into something far more than an arena show — it became an immersive, industrial cathedral. We walked in excited. We walked out completely blown...

      Hardy in Oshawa, On – Show Review

      HARDYFEBRUARY 5th, 2026TRIBUTE COMMUNITIES CENTRE, OSHAWA, ON I’ll be honest: driving all the way from Montreal to Oshawa just to see HARDY for the first time might sound wild… but totally worth it, I would’ve driven twice the distance. The Country Country...

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  • FEATURES

      FEATURES

      Zach’s Picks of the Week – July 7 – 12, 2025

      The summertime definitely seems to be the time of year when we get the best music releases! Luckily, this website of ours is always posting new music no matter the season! Welcome back, music lovers, Zach’s Picks of the Week are right here on Canadian Beats. The place...

      Zach’s Picks of the Week – June 30 – July 5, 2025

      It’s time once again to get back into the best music on the Internet. That is always coming out right here on Canadian Beats Media. In my opinion, the home of the best music on the Internet and some of the best articles you’ll find this week. We are going to dive into...

      Zach’s Picks of the Week – June 24 – July 3, 202

      It’s that time once again, we get into the brand new music. All the way from our website, Canadian Beats Media, the home of the best music on the Internet. These are gonna be my top recommendations, handpicked by yours truly. I like to call them Zach’s Picks Of The...

      SEE ALL
  • FESTIVALS & EVENTS

      FESTIVALS & EVENTS

      Hardy, Tucker Wetmore & Cody Johnson to headline 17th Edition of Bell Presents Cavendish Beach Music Festival

      Additional Bell Main Stage Performers to be announced  After another incredible year of unforgettable performances and seaside celebration, Whitecap Entertainment is officially kicking off the countdown to next summer with the announcement of the 2026 Bell Presents...

      Riverfest Elora – Day 3 – IN PHOTOS

      Riverfest Elora Day 3August 17, 2025Riverfest Elora, Elora ON The 15th annual Riverfest Elora day 3 again showcased a roster of amazing artists and ended the festival on a high note. Emerging country artist and Elora native Chris Clark started day 3 of the...

      Riverfest Elora – Day 2 – IN PHOTOS

      Riverfest Elora Day 2August 16, 2025 (Day 2 of 3)Riverfest Elora, Elora ON The 15th annual Riverfest Elora day 2 showcased a roster of amazing artists. Local band The J-Strokes took the Main Stage to start off day 2 of the festival. Toronto rock...

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  • PROMOS

      PROMOS

      Ryan O’Reilly Releases Reflective Folk Gem “Elizabeth”

      Ryan O’Reilly Releases Reflective Folk Gem “Elizabeth”

      Ryan O'Reilly Captures Young Love's Restless Beauty on Alternative Folk Standout "Elizabeth" Berlin-based songwriter Ryan O'Reilly releases the official studio version of “Elizabeth,” a reflective and memorable alternative folk gem written nearly 20 years ago....

      Teagan Johnston Shares Introspective New Single “My Luck”

      Teagan Johnston Shares Introspective New Single “My Luck”

      Teagan Johnston Shares "My Luck," A Reflective Anthem About Heartache and Chance Toronto alternative artist Teagan Johnston shares “My Luck,” an introspective, melancholic track that explores feelings of unluckiness, disconnection, and the strange dynamics we attract...

      Justin Maki Drops “Wasting Time”

      Justin Maki Drops “Wasting Time”

      Justin Maki Soars on Slow Grooving, Dark Alternative Single "Wasting Time" From New Album 'Technicolor Dreams' (OUT 6/26) Japan-born, Canada-raised artist Justin Maki shares “Wasting Time,” a slow-groove R&B ballad that transforms uncertainty into devotion....

      SEE ALL
  • INTERVIEWS

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      P.S. Lucas Brings Villains & Chieftains to Canada

      P.S. Lucas Brings Villains & Chieftains to Canada

      The Azores-Born, Lisbon-Based Songwriter and Multi-Instrumentalist Brings 'Villains & Chieftains' to Montreal, Ottawa, and Toronto This March - Plus Summer Dates in Portugal Portuguese songwriter and multi-instrumentalist P.S. Lucas announces a 2026 Canadian tour,...

      Ken Whiteley Releases Keep Going – Interview

      Ken Whiteley Releases Keep Going – Interview

      Canadian Folk Legend Ken Whiteley Releases His 37th Album, Keep Going Canadian folk legend Ken Whiteley releases his 37th album, Keep Going, today via Pyramid Records, distributed worldwide by Distrokid. A multi-instrumentalist, producer, and composer who has been at...

      Caleb Tomlinson Drops Solstice — Interview

      Caleb Tomlinson Drops Solstice — Interview

      Yukon-based alt-country artist emerges as a powerful new voice from northern Canada There’s a certain kind of honesty that comes through in Caleb Tomlinson’s music — the kind you can’t fake. Based in Whitehorse, the Yukon singer-songwriter creates songs that feel raw,...

      SEE ALL
  • REVIEWS

      REVIEWS

      Madlands – “Witching Hour” (Single Review)

      Madlands – “Witching Hour” (Single Review)

      Toronto-based MADLANDS emerge in 2026 carrying the spirit of a time when rock was messy, emotional, and unpolished—when art was art, not content, and meaning wasn’t dictated by metrics or algorithms. Driven by the belief that art should unsettle rather than simply be...

      Aria Ohlsson – “Ghost” (Single Review)

      Aria Ohlsson – “Ghost” (Single Review)

      Honest songs. Haunted hearts. Unforgettable hooks. Aria Ohlsson is a 28-year-old Toronto-based singer-songwriter whose music is rooted in honesty, vulnerability, and emotional depth. After losing her mother at just 12 years old, songwriting became her way of...

      Black and White Rewrite – Tokyo Ghost (Single Review & Interview)

      Dark, explosive, and emotionally charged — “Tokyo Ghost” delivers soaring melody and controlled chaos in one unforgettable pop-punk punch Winnipeg five-piece Black and White Rewrite are back — louder, sharper, and more energized than ever. Blending decades of punk,...

      SEE ALL
  • SHOWS

      SHOWS

      Kasador in Guelph, ON – IN PHOTOS

      Kasador in Guelph, ON – IN PHOTOS

      Kasador, Avalon Stone, Deer FangFebruary 28, 2026Sonic Hall, Guelph ON A capacity crowd came to party with Kingston ON rockers Kasador at Sonic Hall in Guelph. First rate rockin' support from Kitchener ON's Avalon Stone. Also, opening, grungegaze band...

      Sam Roberts Band in Guelph, ON – IN PHOTOS

      Sam Roberts BandFebruary 21, 2026River Run Centre, Guelph ON Multi Juno award Canadian alternative rockers Sam Roberts Band ended their 10 stop Singles Night tour, a tour of beautiful theatres throughout Ontario; performing to a packed house at the River Run Centre in...

      Goldie Boutilier in Toronto, ON – IN PHOTOS

      Goldie Boutilier, Glimmerjean and Goode & Anna GravesFebruary 21, 2026Danforth Music Hall, Toronto, ON Goldie Boutilier’s "The King of Possibilities Tour" arrived at a packed Danforth Music Hall, proving the Nova Scotian artist’s transition from high-profile EDM...

      SEE ALL
  • PASSPORT

      PASSPORT

      Alex Sampson in Toronto, ON – IN PHOTOS

      Alex Sampson, MaryJo Young, Rikki LumiFebruary 22, 2026The Mod Club, Toronto, ON Alex Sampson brought the "Thank You For Loving Me" tour to a capacity crowd at Toronto’s Mod Club. The night opened with 19-year-old Rikki Lumi delivered a performance built around her...

      Nine Inch Nails in Montreal, Qc – Show Review

      NINE INCH NAILSFEBRUARY 16th, 2026BELL CENTRE, MONTREAL, QC On February 16, 2026, the Nine Inch Nails turned the Bell Centre into something far more than an arena show — it became an immersive, industrial cathedral. We walked in excited. We walked out completely blown...

      Hardy in Oshawa, On – Show Review

      HARDYFEBRUARY 5th, 2026TRIBUTE COMMUNITIES CENTRE, OSHAWA, ON I’ll be honest: driving all the way from Montreal to Oshawa just to see HARDY for the first time might sound wild… but totally worth it, I would’ve driven twice the distance. The Country Country...

      SEE ALL
  • FEATURES

      FEATURES

      Zach’s Picks of the Week – July 7 – 12, 2025

      The summertime definitely seems to be the time of year when we get the best music releases! Luckily, this website of ours is always posting new music no matter the season! Welcome back, music lovers, Zach’s Picks of the Week are right here on Canadian Beats. The place...

      Zach’s Picks of the Week – June 30 – July 5, 2025

      It’s time once again to get back into the best music on the Internet. That is always coming out right here on Canadian Beats Media. In my opinion, the home of the best music on the Internet and some of the best articles you’ll find this week. We are going to dive into...

      Zach’s Picks of the Week – June 24 – July 3, 202

      It’s that time once again, we get into the brand new music. All the way from our website, Canadian Beats Media, the home of the best music on the Internet. These are gonna be my top recommendations, handpicked by yours truly. I like to call them Zach’s Picks Of The...

      SEE ALL
  • FESTIVALS & EVENTS

      FESTIVALS & EVENTS

      Hardy, Tucker Wetmore & Cody Johnson to headline 17th Edition of Bell Presents Cavendish Beach Music Festival

      Additional Bell Main Stage Performers to be announced  After another incredible year of unforgettable performances and seaside celebration, Whitecap Entertainment is officially kicking off the countdown to next summer with the announcement of the 2026 Bell Presents...

      Riverfest Elora – Day 3 – IN PHOTOS

      Riverfest Elora Day 3August 17, 2025Riverfest Elora, Elora ON The 15th annual Riverfest Elora day 3 again showcased a roster of amazing artists and ended the festival on a high note. Emerging country artist and Elora native Chris Clark started day 3 of the...

      Riverfest Elora – Day 2 – IN PHOTOS

      Riverfest Elora Day 2August 16, 2025 (Day 2 of 3)Riverfest Elora, Elora ON The 15th annual Riverfest Elora day 2 showcased a roster of amazing artists. Local band The J-Strokes took the Main Stage to start off day 2 of the festival. Toronto rock...

      SEE ALL

ZOOMIES – The Jins release new album, It’s a Life

by JamesM | Jun 30, 2023 | Interviews, Zoomies

Vancouver, BC-based band, The Jins have unveiled their ten-song album, It’s a Life, via 604 Records. It’s a Life is the band’s debut full-length album and follows the ‘90s-crushed guitar rock of their Death Wish EP (2019) which saw the track “She Said”...

ZOOMIES – Madisyn Gifford releases new album, Sleeping On The Ceiling

by JamesM | Jun 23, 2023 | Interviews, Zoomies

Photo Credit: Lindsey Blane Vancouver pop artist Madisyn Gifford released her album, Sleeping On The Ceiling, via 604 Records. The release chronicles Madisyn’s coming of age through her early twenties – from struggles with mental health, to relationship...

ZOOMIES – Alex Exists releases debut solo album, Everybody’s Famous

by JamesM | Jun 16, 2023 | Interviews, Zoomies

Photo Credit: James-Heaslip Toronto, ON-based artist Alex Exists has unveiled his debut solo album, Everybody’s Famous. The eight-song release features previous singles, “Dancing With Chaos,” “With A Bang,” and “Believe The...

Sister Swire – Ottawa’s Dragon Boat Performers – ZOOMIES: Festival Edition

by JamesM | Jun 14, 2023 | Festivals & Events, Zoomies

Sister Swire is what happens when you try to conjure Beetlejuice but you get Sylvia Plath. A force that can be conjured, but not without consequences. On June 24 at 6:30 Sister Swire will hit the stage at Ottawa’s Dragon Boat Festival, and it’s not...

ZOOMIES – Fionn shares new album, I Might Start Smoking

by JamesM | Jun 13, 2023 | Interviews, Zoomies

Vancouver, BC-based twin sister folk-pop duo, Fionn has unveiled their album, I Might Start Smoking. “We definitely went in a more organic direction with these songs,” Brianne muses, noting Fionn’s preceding two LPs – 2020’s Everyone’s a Critic and especially 2021’s...
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