Canadian musicians who were born in 1959
Here are 27 famous musicians from Canada were born in 1959:
Chris Hadfield
Chris Hadfield (August 29, 1959 Sarnia-) is a Canadian astronaut.
His discography includes: Jewel in the Night, Danny Boy and I.S.S. (Is Somebody Singing).
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Paul Gross
Paul Gross (April 30, 1959 Calgary-) also known as Paul Michael Gross is a Canadian actor, composer, singer, television producer, screenwriter, film director, musician, film score composer and film producer. He has two children, Hannah Gross and Jack Gross.
Gross is most well known for his role in the Canadian series Due South, playing the role of Constable Benton Fraser. He has also directed and starred in several films, including Men with Brooms and Passchendaele. In addition to his work in film and TV, Gross has also had success in the music industry, releasing several albums and touring Canada with his band, The Big House. Gross has won numerous awards throughout his career, including four Gemini Awards for his work on Due South, and an Earle Grey Award for Lifetime Achievement in Canadian Television. He is known for his commitment to Canadian arts and culture, and has been recognized as a Member of the Order of Canada.
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Bryan Adams
Bryan Adams (November 5, 1959 Kingston-) also known as Brian Adams, Adams, Bryan, Bryan Guy Adams, bryan_adams or Bryan Guy Adams, OC OBC is a Canadian photographer, musician, singer-songwriter, actor, record producer, film score composer and social activist. His children are called Lula Rosylea Adams and Mirabella Bunny Adams.
Discography: Bryan Adams, You Want It - You Got It, Cuts Like a Knife, Reckless, Into the Fire, Run to You, Can't Stop This Thing We Started, Waking Up the Neighbours, So Far So Good and Have You Ever Really Loved a Woman?. His related genres: Rock music, Pop rock, Soft rock, Alternative rock, Adult contemporary music, Pop music, Hard rock, Heartland rock and Roots rock.
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Tim Murphy
Tim Murphy (August 7, 1959 Barrie-) is a Canadian , .
Tim Murphy is a Canadian politician and lawyer who served as a Member of Parliament from 1997 to 2015. He represented the riding of Newmarket—Aurora in the House of Commons as a member of the Conservative Party of Canada.
Before entering politics, Murphy obtained a law degree from Osgoode Hall Law School and worked as a lawyer in private practice. He also served as a policy advisor to the provincial government of Ontario.
During his time in Parliament, Murphy was known for his advocacy for mental health programs and services. He chaired the all-party mental health caucus and served as the Conservative Party's critic for mental health. He also served on several parliamentary committees, including the Standing Committee on Finance and the Standing Committee on Public Safety and National Security.
After retiring from politics, Murphy continued to be involved in mental health advocacy and served as a board member for several organizations focused on mental health and addiction. He is also a frequent public speaker on mental health issues.
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Jon Kimura Parker
Jon Kimura Parker (December 25, 1959 Vancouver-) also known as Jon Kimua Parker, Parker, Jon Kimura or John Kimura Parker is a Canadian pianist.
His albums include Scherzo/Ballade/Etudes/Nocturnes, Mozart: Piano Concerti, Chopin: Piano Works and Rite. Genres: Classical music.
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Louis Lortie
Louis Lortie (April 27, 1959 Montreal-) also known as Lortie, Louis or Louis Lortie, OC, CQ is a Canadian pianist and musician.
Related albums: Music for Four Hands, Louis Lortie Plays Chopin, Volume 2, Louis Lortie Plays Liszt, Complete Piano Sonatas (Louis Lortie), Piano Concertos, Orchestral Works 2: Symphonic Variations / "Paganini" Variations / Piano Concerto / Symphony no. 4, The Complete Études, Mendelssohn – Piano Concertos 1 & 2 – Symphony No. 5, Piano Music, Volume 2 and Beethoven: Piano Sonatas, Opus 10, No. 1-3.
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Rebecca Caine
Rebecca Caine (November 25, 1959 Toronto-) is a Canadian singer.
She is best known for her work in musical theatre, particularly for originating the role of Cosette in the original London production of Les Misérables. She has also appeared in numerous other musicals, including The Phantom of the Opera, Cats, and Follies. In addition to her stage work, Caine has also released several albums, including a solo album titled Rebecca Caine Sings. She has received several awards and nominations for her work in the theatre, including a Drama Desk Award nomination for her performance in the Broadway musical Death Takes a Holiday. Caine continues to perform in concerts and productions around the world.
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Florent Vollant
Florent Vollant (August 10, 1959 Labrador-) also known as Florant Vollant or Vollant, Florent is a Canadian singer and singer-songwriter.
Discography: Nipaiamianan, Eku Mamu, KATAKu and .
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Denis D'Amour
Denis D'Amour (September 24, 1959-August 26, 2005) a.k.a. Piggy D'Amour or Piggy was a Canadian musician and songwriter.
Genres he performed: Heavy metal, Speed metal, Progressive metal and Thrash metal.
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Laurence Jalbert
Laurence Jalbert (August 18, 1959 Québec-) also known as Jalbert, Laurence is a Canadian singer.
Discography: ... et j'espère, Avant le squall, Laurence Jalbert, Le Noël des anges, Ses plus grands succès, Corridors, Sur la route... Évidemment, Tout porte à croire and Communio. Genres related to her: Pop music.
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Stéphane Roy
Stéphane Roy (July 2, 1959 Canada-) a.k.a. Stephane Roy is a Canadian , .
His discography includes: .
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Kimberly Barber
Kimberly Barber (December 21, 1959 Canada-) is a Canadian singer.
Her discography includes: Faustina Bordoni: Faustina Bordoni: Faces of/Visages d'une prima donna.
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Vanity
Vanity (January 4, 1959 Niagara Falls-) a.k.a. Denise Matthews, Denise Katrina Matthews, Vanity 6, Denise Matthews-Smith, D.D. Winters or Denise Sonic is a Canadian pin-up girl, model, actor, singer-songwriter, dancer and painter.
Her albums include Skin on Skin, Wild Animal and Under the Influence. Genres she performed: Rhythm and blues, Dance-pop, Funk, Soul music and Contemporary R&B.
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James Keelaghan
James Keelaghan (October 28, 1959 Calgary-) also known as Keelaghan, James is a Canadian singer-songwriter and songwriter.
Discography: Road, A Recent Future, Home, Then Again, Timelines, My skies, Small Rebellions, ¿Buddy Where You Been?, A Few Simple Verses and Compadres. Genres: Folk music and Roots revival.
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Marie Carmen
Marie Carmen (August 1, 1959 Canada-) also known as Carmen, Marie is a Canadian , .
Her most recognized albums: Miel et venin, ...l'autre, Dans la peau, L'une, Les Grands Succès, Le Diamant and . Genres related to her: Pop music.
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Rebecca Jenkins
Rebecca Jenkins (January 1, 1959 Innisfail-) also known as Jenkins, Rebecca is a Canadian singer, actor and voice actor.
She was born in Innisfail, Alberta, Canada, and began her career in the mid-1980s as a singer-songwriter, releasing her debut album "Rebecca Jenkins" in 1988. She also acted in TV and movies, earning critical acclaim for her performances in the films "Bye Bye Blues" and "Marion Bridge".
Jenkins has also appeared in numerous TV shows, including "Black Harbour", "Traders", and "The Englishman's Boy", and has lent her voice to various animated series like "Cyberchase" and "Majority Rules!". In addition to her acting and singing career, Jenkins is also an advocate for Indigenous rights and has worked with organizations like the Native Women's Association of Canada.
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Carmen Campagne
Carmen Campagne (September 8, 1959 Willow Bunch-) also known as Campagne, Carmen is a Canadian singer.
Her albums include Enchantée, Le Telefon, J'ai tant dansé, Une Fête Pour Les Enfants, , Reves Multicolores, Une voix pour les enfants, Lullaby Berceuse, and Dors mon petit, dors.
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Moe Berg
Moe Berg (March 22, 1959 Edmonton-) otherwise known as Berg, Moe or Murray Kevin "Moe" Berg is a Canadian writer, singer, musician and record producer.
His most recognized albums: Summer's Over and My Smart Hands, Educating Young Minds, Level One. Genres he performed: Rock music.
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Jean Smith
Jean Smith (August 1, 1959 Canada-) otherwise known as Smith, Jean is a Canadian novelist, singer and film director.
Her albums: Jean Smith and Carboni Angel.
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James Gelfand
James Gelfand (April 3, 1959 Montreal-) is a Canadian film score composer, pianist, music arranger and composer.
His albums include Time Zones and Setting The Standard. Genres he performed include Jazz, Classical music and Film score.
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Peter Togni
Peter Togni (September 12, 1959 Pembroke-) also known as Peter Anthony Togni is a Canadian writer, presenter, organist, composer and conductor.
Genres he performed include Jazz and Contemporary classical music.
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Randolph Peters
Randolph Peters (December 28, 1959 Winnipeg-) is a Canadian composer and film score composer.
Genres he performed include Film score.
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Louise Bessette
Louise Bessette (June 20, 1959 Montreal-) is a Canadian , .
Louise Bessette is a Canadian concert pianist who has established herself as one of the most prominent figures in contemporary classical music. Born on June 20, 1959, in Montreal, Bessette began her music studies at an early age and showed exceptional talent as a pianist. She pursued her education in music at the Conservatoire de musique de Montréal, where she obtained a Premier Prix in piano, and later on, she completed post-graduate studies in Europe with renowned pianists including Yvonne Loriod and Maria Tipo.
Bessette's career highlights include numerous performances, recordings, and collaborations with renowned composers and musicians, including John Adams, George Crumb, and Philip Glass. She also holds a wide repertoire ranging from baroque to contemporary music and has premiered over 200 works by composers from Canada and around the world. Bessette's achievements have earned her many accolades and awards throughout her career, including the prestigious title of Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters by the French government in 2016. Currently, she is a faculty member of the Music Department at Université de Montréal and serves as the President of the Société de musique contemporaine du Québec.
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Bruno Landry
Bruno Landry (January 24, 1959-) is a Canadian comedian, actor and screenwriter.
He is best known for co-founding the comedy troupe "Rock et Belles Oreilles" which was popular in Quebec during the 1980s and 1990s. Landry was a central figure in the group, and his characters and sketches were some of the most memorable. After the group disbanded in 1995, Landry went on to write and act for television and film. He has acted in several popular Canadian movies, such as "The Barbarian Invasions" and "Bon Cop, Bad Cop," and has also won awards for his screenwriting, including the Jutra Award for "Le Secret de ma mere" in 2007. Landry has continued to perform live, both as a stand-up comedian and as a member of various comedy revues.
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Glen Soderholm
Glen Soderholm (December 5, 1959 Toronto-) is a Canadian record producer, songwriter and singer.
His discography includes: Rest, World Without End and The Bright Sadness. Genres related to him: Folk music and Acoustic music.
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Pedro Costa
Pedro Costa (April 3, 1959-) is a Canadian , .
His albums include The Light (EP) and By Your Side. Genres he performed include Alternative rock, Folk rock, Electronic music and New blues.
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John Whynot
John Whynot (April 4, 1959 Calgary-) is a Canadian recording engineer, musician, record producer, film score composer, composer and music arranger.
Genres he performed include Folk music, Alternative country, Rock music, Blues and Traditional music.
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