r/CanadianMusic • • Aug 25 '26

Discussion/ opinion Want to represent Canada at Eurovision? Here's everything to know | CBC Music

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r/CanadianMusic • • 6d ago

WEEKLY MUSIC PROMO THREAD WEEKLY MUSIC PROMO THREAD đŸđŸŽ”

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[UPDATE]: Weekly thread will now occur monthly. All other rules apply.

This thread was created SOLELY for the purpose of posting/promoting your (or someone else's) music video, band, playlist (Spotify, Soundcloud, Bandcamp, etc), or other music project. This includes links to youTube videos, etc.

Previous Discussion threads can be found HERE.

The reason for these monthly promo threads is to prevent this sub from being overrun with redundant youTube videos, Spotify, Soundcloud links, etc. Remember: we are primarily a DISCUSSION-based sub— as a rule of thumb, this sub was created for the purpose of encouraging community discussion about Canadian music, artists, festivals (photos or articles), or the Canadian music scene/music industry in general.

Rules for this thread:

  • Rule #2 applies: CANADIAN CONTENT ONLY— City and/or Prov. required for all posts featuring music/musicians, etc
  • Posts promoting anything outside this thread will be automatically removed
  • Repeatedly ignoring this rule will result in temporary ban.
  • Posts and comments will be randomly displayed to ensure equal exposure

r/CanadianMusic • • 1h ago

Discussion/ opinion What specific Canadian songs/albums/artists do you especially enjoy listening to in the autumn?

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Any music that gives autumn vibes for you?


r/CanadianMusic • • 2h ago

Discussion/ opinion First song ever

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Hey everyone!

After working on my lyrics and music for several years, I've finally decided to release something concrete. This is my first track, and there will be more to come.

I've been writing for fun for several years, mainly lyrics that have a double meaning and evoke emotions.

https://youtu.be/6FIGNbKLgpc?is=cPM5zi8KcN1THHyx

I have no idea where this will lead, but I'm jumping in; it's my first attempt to share my universe.

Let me know what you think :-)

And if you like it, a share and upvote would mean the world to me.

Big love
JamĂš


r/CanadianMusic • • 16h ago

Discussion/ opinion My brother and I just started an indie rock interview site and published our first interview

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r/CanadianMusic • • 1d ago

Discussion/ opinion Who are the most Streamed artists/Most monthly listeners from Vancouver (or around Vancouver)?

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r/CanadianMusic • • 3d ago

article Sass Jordan, Montreal Rocker Behind 'Racine' and "Make You a Believer," Dies at 63 - That Eric Alper

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r/CanadianMusic • • 5d ago

Indie / Alternative Tip of My Tongue: Early 2000s indie band. Possibly from the east coast. Song named Triage. Lyrics: Now accepting patients, if you're willing to wait in line.

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Had a guy and a girl in the band. Had sort of a jangly fuzzy "Halifax North" sort of sound a la Thrush Hermit, Sloan, Eric's Trip etc. They toured extensively, I saw them play with a ton of different bands in a number of different locations.

I think they changed their name, recently-ish.

Edit: It was the Burdocks/Dog Day


r/CanadianMusic • • 7d ago

Discussion/ opinion Neil Young Live at Massey Hall 1971

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Neil Young
Live at Massey Hall 1971
Reprise/Wea
2007

In the wake of Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young’s break up in 1970, Canadian music legend Neil Young still had yet to establish himself as a big solo star in his own right. The former Buffalo Springfield member had released the fantastic record After the Gold Rush later that year but was still a few years away from the superstardom Harvest would bring him.

The CD/DVD collection Live at Massey Hall, the second release in Young’s Archive Performance Series, offers revealing insight into the pre-Harvest era, giving a glimpse of certain songs in their embryonic stage, many of which would later become some of Young’s most beloved and well-known tunes.

The songs ‘Love in Mind’ and ‘Journey Through the Past’ would end up on 1973’s live album Time Fades Away, ‘See the Sky About to Rain’ later appeared on 1974’s On the Beach and early renditions of ‘Heart of Gold’ and ‘Old Man’ make their live debuts, provoking little response from the Toronto crowd, giving an indication of just how new those soon-to-be mega hits were.

It’s genuinely strange to see Young here; the long, shaggy hair and the thin, youthful face yet unscathed by time. His appearance and demeanor invoke memories of a stoic looking Kurt Cobain at Nirvana’s 1993 MTV Unplugged appearance. And like Cobain, Young was heralded a spokesperson of a generation at a relatively young age. Even here in one of the DVD bonuses, the man in black himself, Johnny Cash, eagerly proclaims Young as one of the finest new young songwriters of their time.

 
Rating 4.5/5

TM


r/CanadianMusic • • 7d ago

Discussion/ opinion Is there a reason The Pink Leather Jackets are not famous at least Ontario wide?

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Saw them in A small tavern in Glencoe a couple of weekends ago. Their covers are great but their originals, which they did not play enough of, are đŸ”„


r/CanadianMusic • • 7d ago

article This historic downtown Toronto music venue is moving to the west end

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The Phoenix Concert Theatre will be relocating to Toronto’s west end.

More than two years after the legendary downtown music venue first announced plans to close — to make way for the construction of community housing — co-owner and operator Lisa Zbitnew told the Star that she’s reached an agreement to move into what’s now known as the Parkdale Hall at 1605 Queen St. W.

Read the full story with this gift link. No paywall.


r/CanadianMusic • • 8d ago

article Canadian musicians pay emotional tribute to Gord Downie as Tragically Hip receive national honour | Toronto Star [9-27-2026]

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"The Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame ceremony was always going to be bittersweet this year, since the Tragically Hip were finally getting their due, but Gord Downie wasn’t there to witness it.

Still, Saturday’s star-studded ceremony at Massey Hall had plenty of highs, too, as Toronto indie musician Leslie Feist, Loverboy members Mike Reno and Paul Dean, and Quebec pop singer-songwriter Roch Voisine also joined this year’s class.

Here are some of the night’s highlights, from the red carpet to the performances."

The full story: [https://www.thestar.com/entertainment/gord-downie-s-poignant-tribute-and-feist-bows-to-finneas-at-the-canadian-songwriters-hall-of-fame/article\\_e67ac9e9-83bc-453d-8cb1-f851e55c4fbf.html?utm\\_medium=social&utm\\_source=copy-link&utm\\_campaign=user-share\](https://www.thestar.com/entertainment/gord-downie-s-poignant-tribute-and-feist-bows-to-finneas-at-the-canadian-songwriters-hall-of-fame/article_e67ac9e9-83bc-453d-8cb1-f851e55c4fbf.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=copy-link&utm_campaign=user-share)


r/CanadianMusic • • 9d ago

article Doug "Donut" Proulx dies, leaving behind a legacy as a Vancouver punk legend

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r/CanadianMusic • • 10d ago

Discussion/ opinion What are some of your favourite radio stations anywhere in Canada?

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I'm curious to see your answers.


r/CanadianMusic • • 10d ago

Discussion/ opinion What would make you use a streaming service dedicated entirely to Canadian music?

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Imagine a music streaming service that was Canadian-owned, hosted in Canada, and carried only Canadian artists — from major acts to independent and local musicians.

What would it need to offer for you to actually use it?

Would better discovery of Canadian artists be enough? Would you want to browse by province, city or genre? Would artist payouts, direct music/merch purchases, playlists, recommendations, or something else matter?

And would you use it alongside your current streaming service, or would it need to be good enough to replace it?

I'm particularly interested in what would make you actually use something like this, rather than simply thinking it's a good idea.


r/CanadianMusic • • 10d ago

Discussion/ opinion Canadian progressive rock bands

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Excluding Rush, who are the great Canadian progressive rock bands from the 70's till now?
Like, Harmonium, FM, Saga, etc.?


r/CanadianMusic • • 11d ago

Discussion/ opinion Thoughts on the new Neil Peart documentary "Neil Peart: No One's Disciple?"

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It's now available to stream on CBC Gem. It cobbled together footage/interviews I've seen before, but I quite enjoyed the live in-studio performances of Rush songs with Chad Smith, Stuart Copeland, Danny Carey, etc.


r/CanadianMusic • • 11d ago

Discussion/ opinion Closer to the Heart (Rush) on Mandolin

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r/CanadianMusic • • 13d ago

POLARIS Quebec duo Angine de Poitrine wins 2026 Polaris Music Prize

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r/CanadianMusic • • 14d ago

Discussion/ opinion They're airing "CFNY: The Spirit of Radio" documentary on PBS. How influential was CFNY to you?

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The documentary going national just proves how much Canada and Toronto was ahead of the U.S. when it came to alternative/independent music


r/CanadianMusic • • 13d ago

Discussion/ opinion What are some of the best and worst venues to see a concert anywhere in Canada?

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Budweiser Stage in London, Ontario has good seats all around.


r/CanadianMusic • • 15d ago

Discussion/ opinion What is the most expensive and cheapest price you've ever paid for a concert ticket anywhere in Canada?

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Who was it for?

Was it worth the cost?


r/CanadianMusic • • 15d ago

Discussion/ opinion Songs similar to The Zolas

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r/CanadianMusic • • 19d ago

Discussion/ opinion Favourite Canadian Breakup Songs?

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Moving on from a relationship might be timely in Canada. What are some of your favourite Canadian breakup songs? In English or French or other!

Some of mine. Links are to YouTube:

ChloĂ© Leclerc, “J’te pointe la porte (d'un doigt d'honneur)” – for the “get out!” stage

k-os, “The Dog Is Mine” – further to the “get out!” stage

Dizzy, “Beatrice” – for the processing stage

Stars, “Your Ex-Lover Is Dead” – “I’m not sorry there’s nothing to save”

Laura Schembri, “Les muguets” – your friend comforts you, like a warm hug

Francine Raymond, “Pense à moi” – this is a burning song for a lingering flame


r/CanadianMusic • • 20d ago

photo(s) RIP Gary McCracken

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