New Music Friday: July 17, 2026

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Every Friday, Maple Music Lounge highlights the week’s most exciting new releases from Canada and around the world. Whether you’re looking for fresh voices, long-awaited albums or future favourites, here’s what deserves a spot on your playlist this week.

🍁 Canadian Releases

🎤 N Nao – Nouveaux Language

The Montréal indie-pop artist returns with an imaginative new album that blends dreamy melodies, electronic textures and poetic French lyrics. Fans of experimental pop will find plenty to enjoy.

🤠 Shania Twain – Little Miss Twain (Coming July 24)

One of Canada’s biggest music icons revisits her roots on her seventh studio album. Inspired by her early years performing in Ontario, the album promises a blend of country, rock and R&B influences.

🎸 Magi Merlin – Power House

The Montréal singer-songwriter continues to impress with a bold mix of R&B, soul and alternative pop. Her latest release showcases confident songwriting and dynamic production.

🎵 Allison Russell – In The Hour of Chaos

The Grammy Award-winning Canadian artist delivers another emotionally powerful collection, combining folk, Americana and deeply personal storytelling.

🎙️ sundayclub – sundayclub

Toronto’s indie scene continues to shine with this self-titled release, offering catchy hooks and laid-back alternative rock that feels perfect for summer listening.

🌍 International Releases

🎧 Steve Lacy – Oh yeah?

The Grammy-winning artist returns with an album that expands his signature blend of alternative R&B, funk and pop while continuing his evolution as one of music’s most innovative voices.

🎸 Foreigner – In The Eye Of The Storm

Rock legends return with a new studio album, balancing classic arena-rock energy with fresh material for longtime fans and new listeners alike.

🎤 Gracie Abrams – Daughter From Hell

One of pop’s fastest-rising stars delivers another intimate collection of heartfelt songs, showcasing her thoughtful songwriting and emotional vocals.

🎸 Tesla – Homage

The veteran hard rock band pays tribute to its musical influences while delivering the guitar-driven sound that has defined its career for decades.

🎤 Kelly Clarkson – “I’d Be Lyin'”

Kelly Clarkson returns with a brand-new single inspired by the musical style of Prince. The upbeat pop-rock track marks her first new release in over a year and previews the next chapter of her recording career.

⭐ Editor’s Pick

Shania Twain – Little Miss Twain

There are few Canadian releases generating as much anticipation this summer as Little Miss Twain. With Shania revisiting the music and memories that shaped her remarkable career, this album looks set to become one of the year’s biggest Canadian releases. The intimate launch performance at Toronto’s legendary Horseshoe Tavern only adds to the excitement.