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Canadian Band The Beaches Shines at Billboard Awards
1 May
Summary
- The Beaches made history by winning the first-ever Global Force Award.
- The Canadian band celebrated their win at the Billboard Women in Music event.
- The award recognized their impact and growing global influence.
The Canadian band The Beaches achieved a historic milestone at Billboard Women in Music 2026, held on April 29 in Los Angeles. They were honored with the inaugural Global Force Award, presented by FACTOR. This significant accolade marks them as the first recipients of this award, acknowledging their growing international impact.
During the event, lead singer Jordan Miller accepted the award, expressing deep gratitude for the recognition. She highlighted the importance of supportive organizations and acknowledged the women who have aided their 13-year career, particularly in the male-dominated rock genre. Miller emphasized that women create exceptional art and are at the forefront of cultural definition.
The Beaches' victory follows a series of recent achievements, including a notable performance at the Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival. Their success has been marked by placements on various Billboard charts in both Canada and the U.S., alongside extensive touring across multiple continents, building a substantial global fanbase.
Mo Ghoneim, President of Billboard Canada and Billboard UK, praised The Beaches as a prime example of Canadian talent with international resonance. He emphasized Billboard Canada's commitment to supporting artists and creating pathways to the global stage, noting that this award reflects their undeniable impact and the rising influence of Canadian artists worldwide.
The star-studded ceremony, hosted by Keke Palmer, also celebrated other prominent female artists. Awardees included Tate McRae (Hitmaker Award), Teyana Taylor (Visionary Award), Ella Langley (Powerhouse Award), Kehlani (Impact Award), Laufey (Innovator Award), Mariah the Scientist (Rising Star Award), and Zara Larsson (Breakthrough Award), among others.
