Canadian alt-rock powerhouse The Beaches just turned NPR’s Tiny Desk into their own personal rock ‘n’ roll playground. With swagger, humor, and chemistry that only lifelong friends could pull off, the band stormed through a setlist that felt equal parts confessional and celebratory.
They kicked things off with “Lesbian Of The Year,” a track that’s become both a fan anthem and a viral sensation. The stripped-down setting gave their sharp wit and punchy melodies new life, showing off the band’s ability to make even the smallest room feel like an arena. “Can I Call You In The Morning?” followed, gliding with their signature blend of tenderness and power, while “Last Girls at the Party” radiated an infectious, carefree energy that had the Tiny Desk crew visibly bopping along.
Just when you thought they couldn’t top themselves, The Beaches pulled a crowd-pleasing twist — diving back into their Blame My Ex era with “Blame Brett” and “Edge of the Earth.” Both songs hit with the same boldness that first cemented their alt-rock royalty, proving that their sound has only grown sharper and more self-assured with time.
Fresh off sold-out shows at Webster Hall and The Wiltern, the band is in the middle of their headline world tour in support of No Hard Feelings — a record packed with eleven tracks of brutally honest lyrics, defiant guitar riffs, and unapologetic joy. The Tiny Desk session is the perfect reminder that The Beaches aren’t just having a moment — they’re defining one.
If there was ever any doubt, this performance cements it: The Beaches are Canada’s coolest export since maple syrup learned to shred.