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Genre
classic canadian rock
Parent Genre: rock

Canadian rock music is a genre that emerged in the 1970s and 80s, characterized by its blend of hard rock, folk, and blues influences. It often features powerful guitar riffs, driving rhythms, and emotive vocals. This genre has produced some of the most iconic and enduring songs in rock history, with themes ranging from love and heartbreak to social and political issues. Its artists have achieved worldwide success and have become synonymous with Canadian music culture.


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classic canadian rock music timeline

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List of classic canadian rock artists

Here is a list of classic canadian rock artists on Spotify, ranked based on popularity, who exemplifies the classic canadian rock genre. You can find out what classic canadian rock genre sounds like where you can preview artists or sort them the way you want, just click the headers to sort.

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2 66 11 44 83 5 49 131 2111165
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7 57 2 67 62 38 87 121 124922
8 55 2 49 60 40 63 122 633542
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11 54 2 63 82 5 65 130 214087
12 51 0 59 88 6 62 106 70892
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