Resilience defines The Beaches‘ remarkable journey from neighborhood upstarts to Billboard Canada’s Women of the Year 2025. The Toronto-based all-female rock band, formed in 2009 as Done With Dolls, underwent a significant transformation in 2013 when guitarist Megan Fitchett departed and Leandra Earl joined, prompting their evolution into The Beaches with a more alternative rock sound.
The quartet, consisting of sisters Jordan and Kylie Miller alongside drummer Eliza Enman-McDaniel and keyboardist Leandra Earl, released their debut studio album *Late Show* in 2017, produced by Emily Haines and James Shaw of Metric. Their single “T-Shirt” reached No. 1 on the Billboard Canada Rock chart and later achieved Gold certification in 2021, while their breakthrough was further solidified by winning Breakthrough Group of the Year at the 2018 Juno Awards. Their upcoming third studio album No Hard Feelings was announced alongside the release of “Last Girls at the Party” in April 2025.
The band’s musical style blends pop, rock, and new-wave influences with lyrics exploring youth, heartbreak, and personal reinvention, creating a sound that resonates with diverse audiences. Their use of eye-catching content across social media platforms has been instrumental in cultivating their distinctive brand identity and connecting with fans. Their Toronto neighborhood roots remain central to their identity, informing both their name and artistic perspective. The group’s decision to name themselves after the Toronto neighborhood where they grew up near Lake Ontario reflects their strong connection to their hometown.
By 2022, The Beaches faced a career crisis when they were dropped by their label, lost American representation, and separated from management—a period Jordan Miller described as “life or death” for the band. This professional turmoil coincided with Miller’s high-profile breakup, which inspired their viral hit “Blame Brett,” catapulting them back into the spotlight via TikTok. The band has since diversified their revenue streams through sync deals for their music in popular television shows and commercials, creating a more sustainable financial foundation.
The band’s independent release of *Blame My Ex* in 2022 marked their phoenix-like resurgence, generating millions of monthly Spotify listeners and renewed industry attention. Their comeback culminated in a memorable performance at the 2023 Juno Awards and extensive international touring.
Now, as Billboard Canada’s Women of the Year 2025, The Beaches stand as a symbol of artistic perseverance and authentic expression. Their journey from neighborhood band to national icons illustrates how creative integrity and adaptability can transform career setbacks into defining moments of triumph in the music industry.
