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Digital illustration of The Weeknd superimposed over a colorful map of Jamaica, surrounded by World Food Programme relief workers distributing aid after Hurricane Melissa.

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The Weeknd Donates $350K to WFP for Jamaica Hurricane Relief

In support of the World Food Programme’s (WFP) emergency response in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, WFP Goodwill Ambassador Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye is...

Deja BNovember 13, 2025

Artwork for the album OMW2 Rexdale by NAV.

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Toronto’s NAV Releases New Album OMW2 Rexdale

Toronto rapper and producer NAV has released his latest album, OMW2 REXDALE (On My Way 2 Rexdale), marking his first full-length project since 2022’s...

Aliyah McIntyreMarch 28, 2025

Title card for the new Complex short film featuring The Weeknd.

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The Weeknd Explores Self-Reflection in New Complex Short Film

TLDR: The new Complex short film with The Weeknd offers a profound dialogue between the Canadian star’s present self and his younger persona, delving...

FergusonFebruary 21, 2025

Artwork for the Chxrry22 single Just Like Me

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XO Artist Chxrry22 Unveils New Single “Just Like Me”

TLDR: The latest single from Chxrry22, the Believve-produced “Just Like Me,” showcases her dynamic artistry and sets the stage for her upcoming projects. Toronto’s...

ArtificialThotsFebruary 21, 2025

Decorative image for the 2024 Spotify Wrapped Most-Streamed Artist list

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Spotify Wrapped: Drake and The Weeknd Among Most-Streamed Artists

Spotify Wrapped Most-Streamed: Drake and The Weeknd ranked among Spotify’s Top 5 global artists for 2024, solidifying Canada’s dominance in the music world. The...

@HipHopCanadaDecember 4, 2024

Decorative image for the 2024 SOCAN Awards

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Drake’s Songwriting Legacy Cemented with Five SOCAN Awards

TLDR: Drake dominated the 34th SOCAN Awards, winning Songwriter of the Year – Performer and four SOCAN Rap Music Awards for his hits “Jimmy...

@HipHopCanadaSeptember 26, 2024

Scene from Heartless by The Weeknd, one of 18 songs by the artist to receive over 1 billion streams.

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The Weeknd Makes History with 18 Songs Over 1 Billion Streams on Spotify

TLDR: The Weeknd makes Spotify history, becoming the first artist to have 18 songs surpass 1 billion streams, including hits like “Blinding Lights” and...

@HipHopCanadaSeptember 25, 2024

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Drake, K’naan & More To Be Honoured at SOCAN Awards

Drake, PARTYNEXTDOOR, Tate McCrae, The Weeknd, Keith Power, Tobias Jesso Jr., LU KALA, Stephan Moccio, Josh Ross, Lowell, and many more to receive awards.

@HipHopCanadaSeptember 17, 2024