Ruby Waters, a Canadian independent artist, debuts on Billboard Canada Modern Rock Airplay Chart with …
Canadian singer-songwriter Ruby Waters makes a splash by entering the Billboard Canada Modern Rock Airplay chart at No. 34 with her latest track “Wet T-Shirt.” The sultry song showcases Waters’ signature raspy vocals layered over a bubbling bassline. In the accompanying music video, Waters is seen enjoying a carefree day with friends, driving around, riding motorcycles, and having fun in the mud.
Leading up to the song’s release, Waters teased fans with snippets on her Instagram, generating excitement for the standalone single. “Wet T-Shirt” joins her other track “Sour Patch” on the Modern Rock chart, which currently sits at No. 19. Waters has achieved significant success as an independent artist, opening for renowned acts like Shaky Graves and City and Colour, and garnering millions of streams. Reflecting on her decision to remain unsigned to a label, Waters expressed that it allowed her to flourish on her own terms as an artist.
Elsewhere on the Modern Rock chart, The Beaches’ “Last Girls At The Party” falls from its top spot after 11 weeks, making way for Role Model’s “Sally, When The Wine Runs Out” to claim No. 1. The Beaches recently released “Lesbian of the Year,” hinting at a potential resurgence. Additionally, sibling duo Fionn from Vancouver holds the No. 5 spot with their track “Blow.”
The Mainstream Rock chart sees The Strumbellas, hailing from Ontario, debut at No. 39 with their song “Hard Lines.” Following the release of their album “Part Time Believer” in 2024, the band continues to deliver impactful and anthemic music. Pianist and vocalist David Ritter shares that “Hard Lines” conveys a message of navigating contemporary challenges with hope, emphasizing the unifying power of music in bringing people together.
In other chart news, DJ-producer duo Loud Luxury secures the No. 28 position on Canada AC with their track “Crash,” while country singer Wes Mark debuts at No. 58 on Canada Country with “Where The Lost Get Found.” At the top of various charts, songs like Alex Warren’s “Ordinary” and Thomas Rhett’s “After All The Bars Are Closed” maintain their No. 1 positions, indicating their continued popularity among listeners.
In conclusion, Ruby Waters and The Strumbellas’ impressive chart entries highlight the diverse musical talents emerging from Canada’s indie scene. As artists continue to create powerful and relatable music, audiences can look forward to discovering new and captivating tracks across different genres.