Music BandsCanada is one of the most exciting destinations for experiencing talent in various genres, including rock, pop, and jazz. They are famous for hosting many rock and jazz festivals, drawing fans from across the world.
Besides their famous festivals, they are the birthplace of some of the most astonishingly world-renowned musical artists and bands.
Rush
Rush is a Canadian rock band that was founded by Geddy Lee, Alex Lifson, and Jeff Jones in Toronto in 1968. They had gone through severe lineup changes since the formation of the band until 1974 when they reached their perfect ensemble.
Leonard Cohen
Leonard Cohen is one of the most celebrated musicians from Canada. He was born in Westmount, Quebec, Canada, in 1934 and soon made his name as a poet, novelist, and singer/songwriter. He had a strong talent for indulging in different topics, including politics, isolation, loss, death, and romantic relationships.
Leonard Cohen has been celebrated as one of the most talented lyricists and songwriters in Canadian history and has performed with some of the most talented backing bands when going on tour.
Neil Young
Neil Young is one of the most famous male artists to roam from Canada. He is known for his impeccable songwriting skills. He was born in Ontario, Canada, in 1945 with dual citizenship in both Canada and America. After creating a name for himself touring through Winnipeg in the 60s, he moved to Los Angeles and started his band Buffalo Springfield where he gained fame in America.
Crash Test Dummies
The Crash Test Dummies are a Canadian band from Winnipeg, Manitoba. The members include Brad Roberts, Ellen Reid, Dan Roberts, and Benjamin Darvil. They made international fame with their hit single ‘’Mmm Mmm Mmm Mmm’’ in 1993 and have enjoyed their worldwide success ever since.
Alanis Morrisette
Alanis Morrisette was born in Ontario, Canada, in 1974 and has since been seen as one of the most powerful female songwriters to come from Canada, although she has dual Canada/American citizenship.
The bands and musicians in this article are seen as some of Canada’s most celebrated musicians and bands when looking into the history of their international success. [...]
