Canadian Music Hall of Fame

Canadian Music Hall of Fame The Canadian Music Hall of Fame recognizes Canadian artists that have attained commercial success whi

12/23/2024

Canadian Music Hall of Fame inductee Jann Arden won her first-ever JUNO Award for Best New Solo Artist in 1994.

Watch her heartfelt acceptance speech:

12/19/2024

in 1944, Zal Yanovsky of The Mugwumps and The Lovin' Spoonful was born in Toronto.

Get to know Zal Yanovsky:

12/18/2024

Wilf Carter was born in 1904.

Singer, songwriter and yodeller Wilf Carter – also known as Montana Slim or the Yodelling Cowboy – is recognized as “the father of Canadian country music.” He was Canada’s first country-music star and an enormous influence on generations of musicians.

He remained one of Canada’s most popular country entertainers through the 1960s, but as the years went by, he began limiting his appearances to about 20 per year. He was made Honourary Chief of the Stony Indian Tribe and an Honourary Citizen of both Winnipeg and Tennessee. Both Hank Snow and Johnny Cash interrupted their own performances to salute Carter as “a legend in his own time.”

Watch his Canadian Music Hall of Fame induction speech:

Which Canadian band or artist's fashion style inspired you? Is there one that you still admire today? Let us know in the...
12/12/2024

Which Canadian band or artist's fashion style inspired you? Is there one that you still admire today?

Let us know in the comments!

12/10/2024

Maureen Forrester's professional debut occurred December 1951 at the Salvation Army Citadel where she performed with the Montreal Elgar Choir. International recognition soon followed as Forrester toured Europe on behalf the Jeunesses Musicales of France in 1955.

Forrester was always a strong supporter of Canadian culture and emerging talent. She chaired the Canada Council from 1983 to 1988, and premiered several major vocal pieces across a spectrum of Canadian composers.

Her storied career as one of the world’s leading contraltos was recognized by many institutions. She was awarded the Companion of the Order of Canada in 1967 and was inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame in 1990. Canada’s Walk of Fame awarded her a star in 2000, and she was made an Officer of the National Order of Quebec in 2003. She also accumulated some 30 honorary degrees from Canadian universities, including McGill, Toronto and Dalhousie.

Share your favourite memories and moments of Sarah McLachlan in the comments on this Fan Friday!
12/06/2024

Share your favourite memories and moments of Sarah McLachlan in the comments on this Fan Friday!

Canadian Music Hall of Fame inductee Andy Kim celebrates his birthday today - share your wishes in the comments!
12/05/2024

Canadian Music Hall of Fame inductee Andy Kim celebrates his birthday today - share your wishes in the comments!

Happy Birthday to Jim Cuddy of Blue Rodeo! Leave your birthday wishes in the comments
12/02/2024

Happy Birthday to Jim Cuddy of Blue Rodeo!

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Trooper has put out 10 impressive albums throughout their music career and we want to know which one is YOUR favourite!...
11/28/2024

Trooper has put out 10 impressive albums throughout their music career and we want to know which one is YOUR favourite!

Pick an album and let us know your favourite song or memory.

Maestro Fresh Wes' 'Symphony in Effect' was released in 1989. The record contained hit single "Let Your Backbone Slide...
11/25/2024

Maestro Fresh Wes' 'Symphony in Effect' was released in 1989. The record contained hit single "Let Your Backbone Slide" which won the JUNO Award for Rap Recording of the Year.

11/25/2024

In 1996, Alanis Morissette's 'Jagged Little Pill' took home the JUNO Award for Album of the Year.

The record contained hit singles "You Oughta Know", "Hand in My Pocket", and "Ironic".

‘Thanks for the Dance’, the final studio album by Leonard Cohen, was released in 2019. The record featured contributio...
11/22/2024

‘Thanks for the Dance’, the final studio album by Leonard Cohen, was released in 2019. The record featured contributions from a variety of artists including Daniel Lanois, Beck, and Feist.

Watch the music video for "The Goal": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mszJwXsZwKM

11/17/2024

in 1938, Canadian icon Gordon Lightfoot was born.

To many, Gordon Lightfoot is the embodiment of Canadian music. Coming into prominence during a time when the music industry in Canada was in its infancy, his music has impacted and inspired multiple generations of listeners and would-be musicians.

Learn more about Canadian Music Hall of Fame inductee Gordon Lightfoot:

Happy Birthday to Nickelback's Chad Kroeger! Share your birthday wishes in the comments!
11/15/2024

Happy Birthday to Nickelback's Chad Kroeger!

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Is there a Canadian song lyric that resonates you or that you are drawn to? Let us know in the comments
11/14/2024

Is there a Canadian song lyric that resonates you or that you are drawn to?

Let us know in the comments

11/11/2024

At The 1985 JUNO Awards, k.d. lang took home her first-ever JUNO Award for Most Promising Female Vocalist of the Year.

Watch the iconic moment where she accepts her award in a wedding dress:

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Jann Arden wins Best New Solo Artist at the 1994 JUNO Awards
Jann Arden wins Best New Solo Artist at the 1994 JUNO Awards

Canadian Music Hall of Fame inductee Jann Arden won her first-ever JUNO Award for Best New Solo Artist in 1994. Watch her heartfelt acceptance speech:

Get To Know: Zal Yanovsky
Get To Know: Zal Yanovsky

#OnThisDay in 1944, Zal Yanovsky of The Mugwumps and The Lovin' Spoonful was born in Toronto. Get to know Zal Yanovsky:

Wilf Carter - Canadian Music Hall of Fame Induction
Wilf Carter - Canadian Music Hall of Fame Induction

Wilf Carter was born #OnThisDay in 1904. Singer, songwriter and yodeller Wilf Carter – also known as Montana Slim or the Yodelling Cowboy – is recognized as “the father of Canadian country music.” He was Canada’s first country-music star and an enormous influence on generations of musicians. He remained one of Canada’s most popular country entertainers through the 1960s, but as the years went by, he began limiting his appearances to about 20 per year. He was made Honourary Chief of the Stony Indian Tribe and an Honourary Citizen of both Winnipeg and Tennessee. Both Hank Snow and Johnny Cash interrupted their own performances to salute Carter as “a legend in his own time.” Watch his Canadian Music Hall of Fame induction speech:

Maureen Forrester - Canadian Music Hall of Fame Induction
Maureen Forrester - Canadian Music Hall of Fame Induction

Maureen Forrester's professional debut occurred December 1951 at the Salvation Army Citadel where she performed with the Montreal Elgar Choir. International recognition soon followed as Forrester toured Europe on behalf the Jeunesses Musicales of France in 1955. Forrester was always a strong supporter of Canadian culture and emerging talent. She chaired the Canada Council from 1983 to 1988, and premiered several major vocal pieces across a spectrum of Canadian composers. Her storied career as one of the world’s leading contraltos was recognized by many institutions. She was awarded the Companion of the Order of Canada in 1967 and was inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame in 1990. Canada’s Walk of Fame awarded her a star in 2000, and she was made an Officer of the National Order of Quebec in 2003. She also accumulated some 30 honorary degrees from Canadian universities, including McGill, Toronto and Dalhousie.

At The 1985 JUNO Awards, k.d. lang took home her first-ever JUNO Award
At The 1985 JUNO Awards, k.d. lang took home her first-ever JUNO Award

At The 1985 JUNO Awards, k.d. lang took home her first-ever JUNO Award for Most Promising Female Vocalist of the Year. Watch the iconic #JUNOS moment where she accepts her award in a wedding dress:

In 1996, Alanis Morissette's 'Jagged Little Pill' took home the JUNO Award for Album of the Year.
In 1996, Alanis Morissette's 'Jagged Little Pill' took home the JUNO Award for Album of the Year.

In 1996, Alanis Morissette's 'Jagged Little Pill' took home the JUNO Award for Album of the Year. The record contained hit singles "You Oughta Know", "Hand in My Pocket", and "Ironic".

Get to Know: Gordon Lightfoot
Get to Know: Gordon Lightfoot

#OnThisDay in 1938, Canadian icon Gordon Lightfoot was born. To many, Gordon Lightfoot is the embodiment of Canadian music. Coming into prominence during a time when the music industry in Canada was in its infancy, his music has impacted and inspired multiple generations of listeners and would-be musicians. Learn more about Canadian Music Hall of Fame inductee Gordon Lightfoot:

Quincy Jones inducts David Foster into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame
Quincy Jones inducts David Foster into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame

In 1998, the late Quincy Jones shared some details and thoughtful commentary on David Foster during his induction into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame.

Bruce Cockburn inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame
Bruce Cockburn inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame

For decades Bruce Cockburn has not only infused his music with a sense of spirituality but an earnest political and social awareness that has earned him commercial and critical recognition and respect. Cockburn’s musical career and activism have been recognized many times. His induction into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame in 2001 was notable for the choice of presenters: folk legend Gordon Lightfoot and environmentalist legend David Suzuki. A video tribute included Bono, Midnight Oil’s Peter Garrett and Jackson Browne. Cockburn would return to the JUNO stage in 2006 to be awarded the first Allan Waters Humanitarian Award, recognizing his social and political activism. Watch his Canadian Music Hall of Fame induction speech:

Ian & Sylvia inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame
Ian & Sylvia inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame

They only recorded together for a decade, but the music of Ian & Sylvia made an immense impact on the Canadian folk, rock and country scenes. Their sophomore release, Four Strong Winds, came in 1964, with the title track, written by Ian, becoming a major hit in Canada. Arguably their greatest song, “Four Strong Winds” would go on to be declared the greatest Canadian song of all time by the CBC-Radio program 50 Tracks: The Canadian Version, with artists as diverse as Neil Young, Johnny Cash, Sarah McLachlan, Harry Belafonte, and Bob Dylan recording it. Many honours have accrued to the duo in the intervening years. Ian & Sylvia were made members of the Order of Canada in 1994 and inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame in 1992.

Watch Rush get inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame
Watch Rush get inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame

Now known for their musicianship, complex compositions and eclectic lyrics that draw heavily on science fiction and philosophy, RUSH first burst out of Canada in the early 1970s with one of the most powerful and bombastic sounds of the time. The band’s musical style has morphed several times over the years, from a blues-inspired hard rock beginning, later moving into progressive rock, and including a period marked by heavy use of synthesizers. Regardless of sound experimentation – or perhaps because of it – Rush has amassed a hard-core following of fans, due in large part to their concerts. The band members are perfectionists who share a strong work ethic, and they continually strive to accurately recreate songs from their albums in their live performances. The band has been award 10 JUNO Awards, including The Canadian Music Hall of Fame and Humanitarian Awards.

Get to Know: Glenn Gould
Get to Know: Glenn Gould

Glenn Gould was born #OnThisDay in 1932. He is a bona fide Canadian icon who became one of the most famous and celebrated classical pianists of the 20th century. His playing was distinguished by remarkable technical proficiency and capacity to articulate, in particular, the works of Johann Sebastian Bach. Learn more about the Canadian Music Hall of Fame inductee:

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Over 40 years of Canadian Music Heritage

The Canadian Music Hall of Fame was established in 1978 and recognizes Canadian artists that have attained commercial success while having a positive impact on the Canadian music scene at home and around the world.

Since its inception in 1978, the Canadian Music Hall of Fame has celebrated over 50 Canadian individuals and groups who have achieved international acclaim. For a complete list of inductees, please visit The Canadian Music Hall of Fame.

Visit The Canadian Music Hall of Fame

The Canadian Music Hall of Fame has found a permanent home at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre in Calgary, Alberta. To plan your visit, visit StudioBell.ca/visit