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Artists and Music Organizations Send Pleas to Vote in the Upcoming Canadian Election

1 week ago | ca.billboard.com | Rosie Long Decter |Kerry Doole

Canadian musicians and music organizations are speaking out ahead of the federal election on April 28. Indie folk artist The Weather Station took to Instagram on April 15 to make an impassioned plea to Canadians not to check out of this election. She had just returned from a tour in the U.S., supporting her new album Humanhood, and told followers that now is the time to prevent Canada from following in America's footsteps.
Alex Warren Ends ROSÉ's Reign at No. 1 on the Billboard Canadian Hot 100 with 'Ordinary'

1 week ago | ca.billboard.com | Rosie Long Decter |Michael Saponara

Alex Warren's latest milestone is definitely out of the ordinary. The American folk-pop singer has climbed to the top of the Billboard Canadian Hot 100 on the chart dated April 19, hitting No. 1 with single "Ordinary" in its ninth week on the chart. The song is a forceful tribute to the transformative power of romance, accompanied by a music video starring Warren's real-life wife Kouvr Annon.
The Beaches Make Their Coachella Debut with Surprise Guest G Flip

1 week ago | ca.billboard.com | Rosie Long Decter |Kerry Doole

The Beaches threw a party with G Flip at their Coachella debut. The Toronto quartet brought out the rising Australian star for a performance of their new single, "Last Girls At The Party." G Flip helped write and produce the track, and brought some high energy to the live version at Coachella on Sunday (April 13) in the Gobi tent. The single — which also debuts on this week's Billboard Canada Modern Rock airplay chart at No. 35 — is a celebration of rowdy late nights.
Obituaries: Tributes to Toronto Soul Star George Olliver, Blondie Drummer Clem Burke

2 weeks ago | ca.billboard.com | Kerry Doole |Billboard Canada FYI

George Olliver, a Toronto soul singer and keyboardist best known for his work in the Mandala and Gangbuster, died on April 6, after a stroke, at age 79. Born and raised in Toronto, Olliver sang in an Anglican church choir and studied classical piano. As a Globe & Mail obituary by Nicholas Jennings noted, "He then fell for the rock ‘n’ roll sound of Bill Haley & His Comets.
Canadian Live Music Association's Erin Benjamin Calls Music a 'Cornerstone of our Cultural Identity' in New Open Letter

2 weeks ago | ca.billboard.com | Rosie Long Decter |Kerry Doole

Canadian music is good for more than just the economy — it's central to our national identity. That's the crux of a new open letter written by Erin Benjamin, president and CEO of the Canadian Live Music Association. The letter anticipates the Canadian federal election on April 28, advocating for elected officials to understand the cultural significance of music to the country.
Canadian Rock Veterans Headstones Sign To Dine Alone, Release New Single with City and Colour

2 weeks ago | ca.billboard.com | Kerry Doole |Angel Diaz |Angel Díaz

Veteran Canadian punk/hard rock heroes Headstones recently found a new label home in Toronto-based independent imprint Dine Alone Records. That union is now being launched in attention-grabbing style with the release today (April 10) of a new single, “NAVIGATE,” featuring a guest turn by new labelmate Dallas Green (Alexisonfire, City and Colour, You+Me).
Billboard Canada Partners with Music Managers Forum

2 weeks ago | ca.billboard.com | Richard Trapunski |Rosie Long Decter

Billboard Canada is teaming up with Music Managers Forum (MMF Canada) to highlight vital, yet often under-recognized, drivers of the music industry. Behind many great artists is a dedicated and strategic music manager working tirelessly. For nearly three decades, MMF Canada has been the voice of music managers and self-managed artists in the country. The organization builds community and empowers managers with opportunities and mentorship.
NAV and Sukha Both Land New Releases on the Billboard Canadian Albums Chart

2 weeks ago | ca.billboard.com | Rosie Long Decter |Kerry Doole

Two Canadian hip-hop artists are scoring strong debuts on the Billboard Canadian Albums chart this week. Rapper and producer NAV enters the chart dated April 12 at No. 34 with his latest album OMW2 Rexdale. The hip-hop artist rose to prominence in the 2010s, signing to The Weeknd's XO label. He's collaborated with artists like Gunna, Travis Scott and Lil Uzi Vert, scoring a top ten hit on the Billboard Hot 100 with a feature on Internet Money's "Lemonade" in 2020.
Katrine Sansregret Debuts on the Billboard Canadian Hot 100 After Popular Stint on Quebec's 'Star Académie' TV Show

2 weeks ago | ca.billboard.com | Rosie Long Decter

AwardsNova Scotian folk artist MacNeil took home the traditional album of the year trophy for Angels Whisper, and was also named traditional singer of the year, a category that will now be known as the Stan Rogers Traditional Singer of the Year Award. Lucy MacNeil is a founding member of the popular East Coast family folk group The Barra MacNeils.
PUP Are Going on a Six-Venue Tour - All in Toronto

2 weeks ago | ca.billboard.com | Rosie Long Decter

PUP are heading out on a tour — of their hometown. The Canadian punk band will take over the city for six nights in July on their Mega-City Madness tour, performing at a different venue each night. The local circuit celebrates their upcoming fifth album, Who Will Look After The Dogs? set for release May 2.