TOPIC: SINGER SONGWRITER

Justin Bieber posts about feeling 'unworthy,' highlighting that with fame comes self-doubt

Canadian pop star Justin Bieber opened up about struggling with imposter syndrome, drawing attention to celebrities having to balance the popularity and constant spotlight that comes with oodles of scrutiny.

That's so Canadian: 20 songs that always make us think of Canada

Our Canada: a personal CBC Music playlist.

Céline Dion, Allison Russell and more: 10 musicians who shaped 2024

How Jeremy Dutcher, Kaytranada and other Canadian artists made waves this year.
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Live at Massey Hall: Charlotte Cardin

Montréal-born, Paris-based artist Charlotte Cardin delivers a compelling performance, exhaling raw truths through a nocturnal haze of production.

Joni Mitchell, Nelly Furtado, Amanda Marshall and the art of a comeback

How the three musicians returned to the spotlight.

A Star Is Born: 9 ways Bradley Cooper paid homage to older versions of the Hollywood classic

The first-time director takes some important cues from the three previous incarnations of A Star Is Born.

10 Canadian artists who broke out in 2023

A new pop voice, an exciting East Coast singer-songwriter, a Polaris Music Prize winner and more.

The intergenerational bond at the heart of Aysanabee's Watin

Here's a shortlist shortcut to the artist's Polaris-nominated debut album.

Watch the Sadies, Corb Lund and Shannon Johnson perform at the 2023 Juno Opening Night Awards

The Canadian roots-rock and country-folk giants joined forces for the emotional 'In Memoriam' segment.
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PROFILE — Award-winning Mi'kmaw singer-songwriter is only 16

Indigenous singer-songwriter DeeDee Austin talks about her career at age 16 and why she writes songs about her family’s history and past.

55 Canadian artists reveal their favourite Joni Mitchell song

'She is the greatest Canadian songwriter of all time and perhaps the best English-language songwriter to ever live and that's not my opinion — that's scientific fact.'

Watch Rachel Bobbitt sing songs that helped her feel less alone

The singer-songwriter wrote her recent EP during isolation to feel closer to the people she was missing.

5 songs you need to hear this week, Indigenous History Month edition

Fresh tracks from Terry Uyarak, Zoon, Ila Barker, Ziibiwan and more.

Lan'do's brazen grime track and 4 more songs you need to hear this week

Fresh Canadian tracks to listen to right now.

Watch the 2022 Juno Songwriters' Circle

Charlotte Day Wilson, Serena Ryder, Tobi and more reveal the stories behind their songs.

After months in lockdown, JP Saxe is finally 'getting the dream back'

The Canadian singer-songwriter reflects on his rise to fame over the past two years.

Love expert Mandy Len Catron on the 7 best Canadian love songs

Cuddle up with music by the Weeknd, Céline Dion, Ron Sexsmith and k.d. lang this Valentine's Day.

The Weeknd's lovestruck finale on Dawn FM, and 4 more songs you need to hear this week

Fresh Canadian tracks to add to your playlist right now.

10 Canadian artists who broke out in 2021

From viral hits to winning big prizes, this crop of new artists made their mark on music this year.

21 Canadian albums we can't wait to hear in 2021

Expect new music from Drake, Arcade Fire, Rhye and more.

Cadence Weapon wins the 2021 Polaris Music Prize

The $50K prize goes to the Edmonton-born rapper for his album Parallel World.

Fall 2021 guide: 27 albums you need to hear

With live music gradually making a return, artists everywhere are finally ready to release new music.

The Weather Station 'hit a nerve' with Ignorance

'People needed to feel these feelings,' says bandleader Tamara Lindeman of her Polaris-nominated climate album.

Cœur de pirate's disco-inflected dance track, and 5 more songs you need to hear this week

Fresh Canadian tracks to add to your playlist right now.

From Sam Smith to H.E.R.: the 15 best Drake covers

The Toronto rapper's hits have been covered by many over the years — these are the must-hear renditions.