Never thought I’d have nostalgia for the late 90s
“Steal My Sunshine” - Len
#Len #StealMySunshine #CanadianMusic
#canadianmusic
Corey Hart – Never Surrender
Released in 1985, Corey Hart’s 'Never Surrender' became a Canadian power anthem, going platinum and winning the #JUNO for Best Selling Single. Known for its emotional intensity and message of perseverance, it’s still a CanCon staple and a defining moment in '80s Canadian pop. 🇨🇦 #Canada #CoreyHart #NeverSurrender #JUNO #80sHit #CanadianMusic
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Never_Surrender_(Corey_Hart_song)
Gordon Lightfoot: Canada's Storyteller in Song 🍁
Gordon Lightfoot, a Canadian folk singer-songwriter, has captured the essence of Canada in his music for decades. From 'The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald' to 'Sundown,' his songs tell stories of history, love, and the Canadian landscape. A true legend eh? 🇨🇦 #Canada #GordonLightfoot #CanadianMusic #FolkMusic
The Juno Awards: Celebrating Canadian Music! 🇨🇦🏆
Canada’s biggest night in music! 🎶 Since 1970, the Juno Awards have honoured outstanding achievements in Canadian music across all genres. From rising stars to legends, the Junos celebrate the vibrant soundscape of the nation and showcase top talent. 🎶🇨🇦 #JunoAwards #CanadianMusic #Canada
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Carly Rae Jepsen – Call Me Maybe
Carly Rae Jepsen’s 2011 mega-hit 'Call Me Maybe' sold over 18 million copies worldwide and earned the 2013 #JUNO for Single of the Year. The song exploded in popularity after meme-worthy covers by Justin Bieber and friends, and it became a defining sound of early 2010s pop culture. 🇨🇦 #Canada #CarlyRaeJepsen #CallMeMaybe #JUNO #ViralHit #CanadianMusic
The Sound of Canadian Country-Rock: Blue Rodeo
With the unmistakable harmonies of Jim Cuddy and Greg Keelor, Blue Rodeo has been a staple of Canadian music since 1984. Their blend of country, rock, and blues on albums like 'Five Days in July' has earned them a devoted following, numerous Juno awards, and induction into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame. Their sound is quintessentially Canadian. #Canada #BlueRodeo #CanadianMusic #AltCountry 🇨🇦
Shania Twain: From Timmins to Global Superstardom 🇨🇦
Shania Twain, born Eilleen Regina Edwards in Windsor, Ontario, rose from humble beginnings in Timmins to become a global country-pop icon. 🎶 With hits like 'Man! I Feel Like a Woman!' she's one of the best-selling music artists of all time! What a career eh? 🇨🇦 #Canada #ShaniaTwain #CanadianMusic #CountryPop
The Weeknd: From Scarborough to the World 🌟
The Weeknd, born Abel Makkonen Tesfaye in Scarborough, Ontario, is a Canadian singer, songwriter, and record producer. Known for his distinctive vocals and genre-bending music, he has achieved international acclaim. Another Canadian music export! 🇨🇦 #Canada #TheWeeknd #CanadianMusic #R&B
Ruth B: From Vine to Global Stage 🌟
Ruth B., born Ruth Berhe in Edmonton, Alberta, is a Canadian singer-songwriter who rose to fame on Vine. Her debut single 'Lost Boy' became a viral hit. Her fame happened so fast! From Alberta to the stars! Another Canadian star! 🇨🇦 #Canada #RuthB #CanadianMusic #PopMusic
Drake: Toronto's Hip-Hop Ambassador 🎧
Drake, born Aubrey Drake Graham in Toronto, is a Canadian rapper, singer, and actor. Rising to fame on 'Degrassi,' he has become one of the best-selling music artists in the world, putting Toronto on the map! He represents all of Canada! 🇨🇦 #Canada #Drake #CanadianMusic #HipHop
Carly Rae Jepsen – Call Me Maybe
Carly Rae Jepsen’s 2011 mega-hit 'Call Me Maybe' sold over 18 million copies worldwide and earned the 2013 #JUNO for Single of the Year. The song exploded in popularity after meme-worthy covers by Justin Bieber and friends, and it became a defining sound of early 2010s pop culture. 🇨🇦 #Canada #CarlyRaeJepsen #CallMeMaybe #JUNO #ViralHit #CanadianMusic
"Who we are now, we will always be — the best haircuts are taken"
Metric, "The List", 2003
Haircuts in 2003:
One time I tried to summon the ghost of Lenin with a Ouija board and a copy of the Communist Manifesto and it sounded like this...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rFFsjz6WN0&list=RD1rFFsjz6WN0
#ISKRA #blackmetal #crustpunk #blackenedcrust #RABM #canadianmusic #communism
Bruce Cockburn: Lyrical Genius and Activist 📜
Bruce Cockburn’s lyrics have walked the line between poetic & political.
Since the '70s, the #Canadian singer-songwriter has woven environmentalism, spirituality, & human rights into intricate arrangements. With tracks like If I Had a Rocket Launcher & Lovers in a Dangerous Time, he shaped folk-rock into a vehicle for both introspection and action. 🇨🇦 #Canada #BruceCockburn #CanadianMusic #FolkRock
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Corey Hart – Never Surrender
Released in 1985, Corey Hart’s 'Never Surrender' became a Canadian power anthem, going platinum and winning the #JUNO for Best Selling Single. Known for its emotional intensity and message of perseverance, it’s still a CanCon staple and a defining moment in '80s Canadian pop. 🇨🇦 #Canada #CoreyHart #NeverSurrender #JUNO #80sHit #CanadianMusic
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Never_Surrender_(Corey_Hart_song)
The Weeknd – Blinding Lights
The Weeknd’s 2019 synth-pop smash 'Blinding Lights' broke streaming records to become Spotify’s most-played song ever (5.3B+ plays) and earned the 2021 #JUNO for Single of the Year. Its retro 1980s sound and cinematic visuals helped propel the Scarborough-born artist into global superstardom. 🇨🇦 #Canada #TheWeeknd #BlindingLights #JUNO #StreamingKing #CanadianMusic
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