Photos by Brad Goldstein – The Beaches are a Canadian rock band from Toronto, Ontario, formed in 2013. The band consists of lead vocalist and bassist Jordan Miller, lead guitarist Kylie Miller, keyboardist and guitarist Leandra Earl, and drummer Eliza Enman-McDaniel. The group is named after the Toronto neighborhood where most of the members grew up.
Musical Style and Influences: The Beaches’ music is a mix of rock, alternative, and indie, with influences from punk and pop rock. Their sound is characterized by catchy guitar riffs, strong bass lines, and powerful vocals, drawing comparisons to bands like The Strokes, The White Stripes, and Blondie.
Career Highlights:
- Debut EP (2013-2014): The band released their self-titled debut EP in 2013, which helped them gain attention in the Canadian music scene.
- First Full-Length Album (2017): Their first full-length album, Late Show, produced by Metric’s Emily Haines and Jimmy Shaw, was released in 2017. The album featured hits like “Money” and “T-Shirt,” which received significant airplay on Canadian radio stations.
- Breakthrough Success (2018-2019): The Beaches received the Juno Award for Breakthrough Group of the Year in 2018. They continued to build their reputation with the release of their The Professional EP in 2019, featuring the single “Fascination.”
Recent Work: The band has been known for their energetic live performances and has toured extensively in Canada and internationally. They continued to release new music, including the 2021 EP Future Lovers, which further solidified their place in the rock music scene.
Cultural Impact: The Beaches are praised for their strong feminist messages and empowering lyrics, often addressing themes of independence, self-expression, and female empowerment. They have become role models for young women in music and beyond, and their popularity continues to grow both in Canada and abroad.
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