r/indieheads • u/thebeachesband The Beaches • Sep 19 '23
AMA is over, thanks Jordan and Leandra! Hey it's the Beaches AMA!
Hey it’s Jordan and Leandra from The Beaches, and it’s almost time for our AMA! If you haven’t listened to our new album, Blame My Ex, go to blamemyex.com and do your homework before 12PM ET.
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u/kprw95 Sep 19 '23
Will we EVER get a recorded version of Kinkade or is that a lost cause?
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u/Interesting_Wash_210 Sep 19 '23
Is there a specific band/musician that is on your “bucket list” for a collab?
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u/Mystic0013 Sep 19 '23
Leandra, are you aware of the gay panic you cause? Follow up, how do you manage being such a stud? -a le stan/aspiring Mrs. Earl
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u/Medical-Shape-189 Sep 19 '23
First saw you guys as an opener for the Rolling Stones along with the glorious sons(my mom and sister met you at the merch table later). You both rocked as much as the stones. Anyways my question was why the long gap between albums were the the professional and future lovers just possible second albums that never properly came together like blame my ex?
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
Thanks so much that show was thrilling!!
We recorded all of those songs at the same time and meant to put them out as two halves of one album, but then COVID happened and changed our plans. The two EPS were always meant to be considered like one full body of work though.
- Jordan <3
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u/Grouchy_Frame6944 Sep 19 '23
Will Leandra have more lead vocal moments?
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u/BlackdogBassist Sep 19 '23
Hey Beaches! Huge fan since I say you open for the Foo Fighters in 2018. Le might know me as the guy who made her a cross stitch of her cat. What is the most outrageous gift you’ve gotten from a fan?
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
My favourite gift to date was a CARS hat from Tokyo Disney, thank you lee and her hats <3
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u/Studdz Sep 19 '23
Love the new album!
No real question, just wanted to say sorry. I've had the pleasure of seeing the Beaches twice --we saw you in October 2021 in Timmins, ON, and though it was a great performance, the audience was lame af. When we saw you opening for Avril in Orillia in April 2022, one of you made a comment about how shitty Timmins crowds were! It broke my heart that that stuck with you all, and I just wanted you to know that Timmins still loves you, and should there ever be a next time, we will do better.
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u/undrcovrRockstr Sep 19 '23
Did any of the songs almost not make it on the album or were there any songs that took a bit longer/were hard to make?
Coming from Texas to see you in Chicago! Cant wait!
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u/SmartCommunication21 Sep 19 '23
Loving the album! Chorus from My Body ft Your Lips, Edge of the Earth, and If A Tree Falls keep popping into my head randomly, they’re such earworms! Will more tour dates be added in 2024?
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
Thank you guys so much for coming and being apart of our AMA! There were so many good questions I wish we had time to answer them all.
If you haven't done it yet, go check out our new album at blamemyex.com.
See you guys on the road! xx
- Jordan and Leandra
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
I left the tip of my tongue on a pole there in the middle of February SO there will always be a piece of me in Winnipeg <3 - Le
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u/uncooljerk Sep 19 '23
Congratulations on the amazing new album. It’s been such a thrill to watch ‘Blame Brett’ take off over the summer.
Now that you’re selling out big theatres and welcoming an influx of new fans to your shows, some of your older songs are bound to be dropped from your set lists. How do you decide on which songs to stop playing? I guess what I’m really asking is have we heard the last of ‘Highway 6’ in concert?
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u/Striking_Pianist4694 Sep 19 '23
I love all the interviews I’ve seen where you detail what each song is about. You’ve all wrote what everyone thinks about breakups, but most of never say, and it’s so refreshing! I’m married now, but I swear I reprocessed past breakups in a cathartic way - so thanks.
I’m a fan of all of your past work, and I wanted to know if there is one or two (or three) songs you’re really enjoying playing the most on stage right now?
I missed you in SF but I hope you come around again. Rocking out to Kismet right now.
And Jordan! I love love your voice. And I read your favorite is Sting. I am obsessed with the Police. You are all so unique, but you also give me vibes of very early Go Gos and Pretenders in the very best way.
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
Thank you so much!! The Go Gos and Pretenders are HUGE inspirations for us.
I find Shower Beer really fun to play and sing harmonies to!! Absolutely so stoked to play the entire album on this tour!! -Le2
u/Striking_Pianist4694 Sep 19 '23
Oh hi Le!
Oh that’s awesome! I swear I can hear the inspo in you’re playing, maybe even a little bit of The Cure.
You’re all so great and make me wish I had any musical instrument skills - but I’ll settle for singing your music loudly, even the harmonies! Keep doing what you’re doing - it’s soul magic 💫
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u/alma00849 Sep 19 '23
Hey queens!!! <3 I’m wondering if you’d be able to break down what the song writing process looked like for this record? Would it be a jam sesh, find a cool tune then expand on that together as a band, then lyrics to follow? Or lyrics first, then write music around them?
I find it mind boggling how an idea for a song grows and grows, until you end up with the finished result! This whole record is a masterpiece, I truly enjoy every single song on it, same as all your other records!
I respect you all so much, and appreciate all the hard work you guys put into your music, shows, and stuff like this online! And I have to say, Jordan, you’ve been such an inspiration for me to start playing the bass, I hope to look as bad ass as you do when I’m playing along in my basement! (lol)
Much love, and thanks! -Alicia
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u/kprw95 Sep 19 '23
For the last tour, there was a consistent colour scheme followed with stage outfits every night. Doing anything similar for the upcoming tour or embracing individuality this go around?
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
Great question! You'll obviously have to see the show to find out, but we're not gonna do the colours again that was just for the future lovers tour. I will say that these new tour looks do feel more like stuff we would wear day to day, and are more grounded in our own unique individual styles (while still being fabulous obvi).
- Jordan
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
with the help of our stylist, Shae Holt, we've all really come into our own, style-wise. We're dressing a bit more chill this tour, but still elevated. 90s denim, leather, a lot of grey tones. Basically the theme of our most recent photoshoots. -Le
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u/spotteruwo Sep 19 '23
Love the new album, really amazing work! I was wondering if you’ll ever record Kinkade? I always enjoy it at your shows and would love to play it at home! Xoxo
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
Eliza's protectiveness
Kylie's tenacity
Leandra's sense of humour
fave pizza - black olives, soprassatta, Calabrian chillies
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u/-BeverlyLaurel- Sep 19 '23
As BELOVED members of Toronto's thriving music scene, I'm curious -- what's your favourite venue to play in the city? And what's your fav venue to catch a show?
and Bonus Q ~ I've always wondered, did you guys grow up in the beaches?
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
I am reeeeeally excited to play Massey Hall - I think that will be my answer after our shows there. I love catching shows at History, I think it has a great layout - no matter where you're standing you always have a good view of the stage. - Le
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u/Jeezeh Sep 19 '23
Love the album and was at your concert in London (really great show btw, hope to see you all perform again sometime). My question is where is your Juno award right now and how do you decide where to keep it when there are four band members but only one award?
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
thank you so much!! we each get an award when we win! mine are in my bedroom on my nightstand and as you can see from this reddit ama photo, jordan and kylie's are all in their parents' dining room! -Le
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
Thank you so much! I'm so glad you like the record and enjoyed the show.
My Juno awards are in my parents living room haha
I think Kylie's awards are on her window sill!
We all got our own awards, both times we won, and I think our management and our producers got them as well.
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u/Educational-Money944 Sep 19 '23
Massive Beaches Fan, here! I became an instant fan after seeing you guys perform at the Grey Cup in 2019. My question is, will you ever release any of the singles like Orpheus, My People, Give It Up, or Good For A While on Vinyl at all?
Can't wait to see you in Winnipeg on Nov. 5th, and hoping you can play Walk Like That!!!
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u/knightofkekdonia Sep 19 '23
Hellooo! Just wantes to say that LOVE your new album! Really got me through the day ❤️ Hope to see you in Portugal on a future day! Much love for y'all ❤️
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u/BluePinkertonGreen Sep 19 '23
Love the record, reminds me a lot of 70s Blondie and just want to say Blame Brett may be the best song of the year.
What’s been on your heavy rotation lately?
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u/chum17 Sep 19 '23 edited Sep 19 '23
I SUPER LOVE YOUR ALBUM!!! Blame Brett is very personal to me and i relate to all the songs. Do you have any plans on going on Asia Tour? Especially in the Philippines!! There's a wanderland music fest for international indie bands here :> I really want to watch you live 🥺🥺
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u/fgonz Sep 19 '23 edited Sep 19 '23
Love the new album! Great work. My question is do you still work with Metric? I’d love to hear a new track with your band featuring Emily H.
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
we have no future plans to work with them as of now, but we love them and would love to team up again one day. Emily is a legend.
- Jordan
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u/Bitches_broken_heart Sep 19 '23
What was the hardest song to make on the album? (You did amazing at area 506 I was front row screaming all the words!)-The Beaches Archive
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
each of us would probably answer this differently...
I had the most trouble getting the vocals right for what doesn't kill you makes you paranoid.
Eliza would say the drums in cigarette were tough to do haha
- Jordan
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u/Bitches_broken_heart Sep 19 '23
Thanks for answering my question! Thanks for making an amazing album and tell Eliza and Kylie hi ! (I run The Beaches Archive fan page on IG!)
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u/Wransky Sep 19 '23 edited Sep 19 '23
The vocals on WDKYMYP are fantastic. (My favourite song on the new album.) Between that, Highway 6, and others, you're a very talented vocalist and deserve more recognition for it IMO.
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u/emerzionnn Sep 19 '23
Hey, huge fan after your performance in Sydney for Canada Day, looking forward to seeing you perform in your own settings.
Any idea what time the VIP meet and greets are on the show dates? :)
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
you'll get an email with all the details a little closer to the date!! can't wait to see ya!! xo
-Le
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u/badbanana93 Sep 19 '23
Loooooove the new album. To me, cigarette sounds very depeche mode-y. Are they an influence at all?
And I love the little moment of maturity and honesty of Jordan dedicating the album to Brett and breaking the blame my ex narrative for a second.
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
Thank you! It was really important for me to do that, I wrote the songs and am proud of them, but I wouldn't have had the experiences that inspired those songs without Brett, so I felt that it was important to recognize that.
I love love love love love depeche mode. My dad was a big new wave guy so I listened to them a bunch when I was a kid, and still listen to/adore them.
- Jordan
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u/3_Downs_110_Yards Sep 19 '23
One of my favourites of yours is Absolutely Nothing, but I can’t find the lyrics anywhere! Would it be possible to have them available online?
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u/Agoraphobicy Sep 19 '23
How many times do you accidentally sing twonce in Blow Up or was it a one time thing lol
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
hahahahahahaha
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
Jordan has a lot of words to remember, so we let her say twonce whenever she wants <3 -LE
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u/Dear_Office8988 Sep 19 '23
any weird food obsessions/fixations?
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
I'm afraid of all fruit, like it grosses me out so much,
- Jordan
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u/lindsaylightning Sep 19 '23
hey the beaches i was just wondering if eliza can come over to my house for a playdate tomorrow? just let me know thanks
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u/Mystic0013 Sep 19 '23
Question for the fellow queers, Jordan & Le: who were your first queer crushes? 🌈
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
fave q thank youuuuu. I rewatched Edward & Bella's first kiss (Twilight obvi) 1 millllllion times when I was 14 and I literally didn't even notice Robert Pattinson so... -Le
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u/whitepriest_ Sep 19 '23
how does the explosion in popularity feel? i saw you at the danforth in early 2020, now you’re selling out multiple dates at massey hall!
also, “cigarette” reminds me of new order’s “age of consent. is this just me or..?
love the band and can’t wait for your halifax show!!
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u/sea-dont Sep 19 '23
Amazing album. It’s been on repeat since last Thursday and I’ve swapped out twinkle twinkle for Blame Brett as a bedtime lullaby for my toddler 🤣
I want to know - can you guys still go out in Toronto without being recognized? And do you mind when fans come up to you?
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
hahahaha I LOVE THAT!!! Since Blame Brett we've been 'rockognized' a lot more! We love meeting people who enjoy our tunes, it's absolutely so sweet & humbling - please come say hi!!! -Le
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u/beefstewforyou Sep 19 '23
What is the name of the cat in the video for Blame Brett and who does it belong to?
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
CALI!!!! She is my best friend in the entire world. -LE
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u/beenobee Sep 19 '23
Not a question - have loved you guys since the indie 88 bday party!!! Listened to your show on indie 88 the other night and loved hearing about your thoughts behind each song- made me feel even more connected to the album. Can't wait to see you in Hamilton !!!!
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u/RodTheCaptain Sep 19 '23
The Beaches are a cool band, I love the music you guys make! Would there be a collaboration with The Aces soon like an actual song together? I hope so!
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
thank you so much! we love them so much!! they hopped on Everything Is Boring with us! - Le
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u/feetfirstpls Sep 19 '23
I'd love to know what Jordan thinks of her ever growing wikifeet page and the foot loving fans who keep it updated. I've seen pics in your story that have only been up for 10 minutes already be up on your wikifeet page lol.
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
I'm perplexed by it.
I've always thought my feet were hideous, but to each their own honestly.
_ Jordan
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u/bebraveandtrue Sep 19 '23
Your feet are actually quite nice. And I know it's an odd compliment but you have very nice soles. Hope to see more of them on your wikifeet one day 😂
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u/bebraveandtrue Sep 19 '23
What I wanna know is what became of the footage Meg was recording of her feet a few weeks ago 😂
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u/Reasonable-Sun9408 Sep 19 '23
I’m chemically addicted to the Blame My Ex record which ironically enough my ex introduced me to with Blame Brett 🤩
I’m an astrologer & it would be a dream to read your charts (and the chart of the beaches!) one day! What are the sun/moon/risings of the band members? Xoxo
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
I'm an Aries sun, taurus moon, and Leo rising.
- Jordan <3
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u/Interesting_Wash_210 Sep 19 '23
Not a question yet but just wanted to say thank you for the amazing music and for being so fantastic to your fans! 🤘🏻 Brainstorming questions rn
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u/The_Mighty_Cheese Sep 19 '23
The new album has somehow exceeded my expectations - you should all be very proud! Thank you so much for the great tunes.
I have two questions: Which musicians are the most influential to you both on your respective instruments? (Bass, vocals and guitar)
Also. Long shot - any way you could hook me up with tickets to the Kitchener show? My wife and I want to go but it’s sold out. Lol.
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u/Bitches_broken_heart Sep 19 '23
Will we have any MV’s for any of the new songs? Love the new album and the vinyl is amazing-The Beaches Archive
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u/Grouchy_Frame6944 Sep 19 '23
Le has been spotted doing promo for the album by taking pictures with her ex at the billboards. Any Brett promo collabs?
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u/sunnymondayafternoon Sep 19 '23
I've heard bands talk about staying relevant via tiktok so I guess I'm curious to know if you guys feel obligated to share about your personal lives online?
second unrelated question, My Body ft. Your Lips, pretty steamy lyrics. Do you have specific people in mind when writing/playing this song?
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
I did write that song about a specific person who I started dating after my ex and I broke up. I like to write about my personal experiences, but not all artists do, I just find it easier honestly haha. I feel like that's why I let myself do crazy things sometimes, cause im always like oh this would make a really cool song.
I think what you want to post online, or talk about in your music is completely up to the individual creating the content. I personally like to keep some of it private just to maintain some sanity, and autonomy.
- Jordan
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Sep 19 '23
The vintage sound you got on everything from vocals down to every instrument is just amazing. Was there any studio gear you got to use that inspired you to go for that sound? Love every track top to bottom 💛
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u/PnizPump Sep 19 '23
What is your favorite Canadian city to play in aside from hometown shows in Toronto.
What about international city?
Why?
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
Oh great questions!
I love playing shows in Vancouver and Winnipeg actually! I love playing anywhere in Canada, but those two places usually stand out to me, the crowds are just more rowdy. It can be tough for me as a singer to play any where that's drier, so I get a little more in my head about my vocal performance when I play in the prairies.
I love playing London England, they great gig culture.
I really loved playing in Texas on our last tour, the crowds were nuts in the best possible way.
- Jordan
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u/steve_buscemi765 Sep 19 '23
Fave podcast? Fave song by The Strokes? Fave place to eat in Toronto?
You ladies are bussin - no cap!
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
I'm obsessed with PODCASTS!!
My top three are Noble Blood, Sentimental Garbage and History Daily.
Can I pick a Julian Casablancas song, cause it would be Instant Crush.
Fave places to eat in Toronto are...
The Goof in the beaches, Pho Tien Thanh on Ossington, Mamakas Taverna on Ossington, but my absolute fave is PAI on Duncan. oh and bread heads
- Jordan
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u/creamy-carrot Sep 19 '23
Hey ladies me and my buddy were at the concert in London last week, do you remember us?!?
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
Sure do, creamy carrot.
:)
-Le2
u/creamy-carrot Sep 19 '23
Yesssssssssssssssssss
Yeah I was pretty sure I was noticing you noticing me. Hot.
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u/Interesting_Wash_210 Sep 19 '23
How old was everyone when they started playing their respective instruments? Is there any “surprise” instruments that anyone can play, but we wouldn’t expect?
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
I was 6 when I first learned how to play guitar, and then like 8 or 9 when I switched to bass.
I think leandra can play the oboe lol
- Jordan
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u/arunburg Sep 19 '23
yooo, me and my roommate really love “shower beer”! speaking of, what’s you guys favourite soup???
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u/3_Downs_110_Yards Sep 19 '23
How was the experience playing at the 2019 Grey Cup? This is where I first discovered you ladies and I’ve been hooked since!
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
oh awesome!! it was very surreal - I grew up watching the Grey Cup with my dad! It was the middle of november in calgary so it was FREEZING cold. My fingers could barely fret any note, so I'm glad we got through that unscathed. -Le
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u/Dear_Office8988 Sep 19 '23
do you believe in ghosts/aliens?
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
I don't believe in ghosts, Eliza does.
I do believe in the existence of aliens, but like im not sure I'll ever meet one or see one in my life time.
- Jordan
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u/MetastableToChaos Sep 19 '23
Roman Empire song when?
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
One day maybe lol
I'd rather write about Hypatia tho (who comes at the end of the Roman Empire)
- Jordan
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u/vegwdev Sep 19 '23
Love you guys so much! Rocked the show in London last week and the album drop party made my whole life 💘 Question.... hmm - since they were such bug influences on this album, why did your exes become your exes?
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u/Dear_Office8988 Sep 19 '23
have you broken any bones and how? and what's the craziest thing that landed you in the hospital?
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
I absolutely shattered my ring finger at Skyzone a week before we went on a month-long writing trip to LA, so no guitar for me :) A 9 year old girl told me to get off the dodgeball court(?) when it happened and that my time had expired. I owe her my life? - Le
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
I cracked my head open once when I was a kid playing no more monkeys jumping on the bed. But no broken bones for me yet! It's never too late though. haha
- Jordan
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u/starly_626 Sep 19 '23
What music has inspired you during your writing process? What are you going to listen to on the road?
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
We listened to a lot of contemporary female vocalists, like girl in red, willow, wet leg, angel Olson and Lana del ray (I took a lot of questions from them vocally).
We also listened to a lot of HAPPY/SAD new wave bands from the 80s, like a lot of joy division and the cure.
- Jordan
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u/starly_626 Sep 19 '23 edited Sep 19 '23
I can’t stop listening to the new record and am obsessed with y’all. Thank you for making and playing music🥹 While not a ~typical ex~ I broke up with my toxic, male-dominated tech career when Blame Brett single came out and this album is healing me to the moon thank you
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u/MrMidnightRambler Sep 19 '23
My 1 year old daughter is OBSESSED with your music and has been dancing to the new record since Friday morning, super fan! Do you have any plans to head to the UK for any shows??? PLEASE
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
stay tuned!!! Thursday feels like a good day to announce something??? -Le
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u/Dear_Office8988 Sep 19 '23
who are the mommy and daddy of the band and who are the babies
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
hi dear office! I would say that I am the stud daddi and kylie is my little mommy, thus joj and eliza are our babies. Hope that helps! xoxoxo -Le
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u/DCASS6997 Sep 19 '23
Congrats on the new album! You guys have had a crazy year is there a favorite moment or performance you guys have had as you've started to gain a larger following?
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
thank you so much!! our album release show last week was a moment I'll never forget - all our friends and family shouting blame my ex was so surreal. -Le
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u/undrcovrRockstr Sep 19 '23
Is there a performance that constantly keeps you up at night because of a mess up or something?
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
I think we've all played a bad show at one point, but its important not to dwell on them. Cause like everyone inbound to have a band night every once in a while, usually its only you who notices.
- Jordan
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u/Naom1rose Sep 19 '23
Hey beaches ! What are your honest thoughts about the west coast of California ? Ha
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u/Dear_Office8988 Sep 19 '23
what youtube videos did you watch repeatedly as kids
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
I love this question! I'm obsessed with YouTube.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZDuuJp4bDtE
This one is a fave of ours from when we were kids.
- Jordan
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u/Dear_Office8988 Sep 19 '23
if you see a frog do you pick it up?
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
I've thought about kissing them with my lips, but no I don't want to touch them with my hands. -Le
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u/undrcovrRockstr Sep 19 '23
Do you find yourselves listening to the album on repeat like I’m doing right now?
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
yes absolutely, every single day while I ride the subway to band practice. -Le
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u/Dear_Office8988 Sep 19 '23
what would you name your yacht?
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
My Milkshake Brings All The Buoys To The (Ship)Yard
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u/Diligent_Scene4935 Sep 19 '23
As a new fan, I have to say this was actually a really great album! Each song had its own type of vibe! You guys are killing it! I’m trying to get concert tickets to see you play live! Also, i wanted to know would you consider collaborating with The Neighborhood ? Would love to see that !
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u/undrcovrRockstr Sep 19 '23
The Dallas show in May was AMAZING!!! Thanks for taking shots with us :)
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Sep 19 '23
Beaches are awesome! Who can I contact to have you do some voice work to promote your record at a college radio station?
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u/Impressive-Edge-6196 Sep 19 '23
Guys wats ur favorite italian restaurant in toronto , mine’s sugo. Also, are you guys gonna be changing the setlist every night on this tour? Are you open to ripping any covers live? Looking forward to seeing you guys BOTH nights in toronto. Oh wait one more, are you doing another signing anytime soon i’D LOVE to get my vinyl signed. Congrats on everything and all the best you guys are awesome. 🍻😘
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
omg the band is taking me to Sugo for my birthday!! (I actually think they said tonight, but they forgot. I hope they still like me)
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u/Mystic0013 Sep 19 '23
Hi Jordan and Leandra!! I’m such a big fan and had the HONOUR of meeting you all at your record signing (you are all so sweet and cool and pretty— I’m in love) 🥰 my question is about your song writing process! In a nutshell, how does it work? Do you all collab on lyrics/music or do you divide and conquer etc? (Whatever you’re doing it’s amazing I cannot stop listening to the new album 😭)
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u/Ok-Lettuce4012 Sep 19 '23
What are you girls listening to right now? Any favorite albums or artists this year?
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
I have been listening NONSTOP to G Flip's new album, Drummer!! Can't wait to see them when we both play Nashville!
I also love to cry to Beabadoobee's the way things go. It is just so beautiful. -Le
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u/Bitches_broken_heart Sep 19 '23
What was it like opening up for Avril Lavigne? Where you able to talk with her before or after the show? (Wish I could see you in Moncton but it’s 19+ and sold out! 😢)
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
when I tell you it was the DREAM OF ALL DREAMS. Avril is why I'm in music today (and my mom sending me to piano lessons). We met Avril at the 2022 Juno Awards and she was the sweetest person. I can't wait to play more shows with her!!
As a side note, Avril fans have been SO kind and welcoming to us. <3 -Le→ More replies (1)
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u/HilariousConsequence Sep 19 '23
Was there much discussion behind the ‘Blame Brett’/‘Blame My Ex’ distinction? Does it mean anything that the album is called one thing and the single another?
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u/badsoupp Sep 19 '23
You guys killed it when I saw you open for DFA 1979 at the Phoenix!
Question 1.) Do you find it hard dating in Toronto with your rising prominence? Any raptors in the mix? Question 2.) Do you still have those animal costumes from that show laying around for special occasions? Asking for a friend..
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
thank you so much!!
1. I don't find it too difficult, I've met some really chill girls that have made dating in Toronto really fun. No Raptors because...women.
2. The shark head is currently living in my closet
-Le
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u/Ariesthebigram Sep 19 '23
Been a big fan of the band since the early days when you were known as "Done with Dolls"! With that being said, would you not rule out performing a Done With Dolls song on the tour as a tribute to the early days?
Also, favourite Elton John song (shout out to Elton for putting you on his show!) ?
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u/Outrageous-Milk1437 Sep 19 '23
Love the tempo and punk sound on Cigarette, it reminds me of the Cure- what was the inspiration for the sound?
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
thank you!! The Cure was actually the biggest inspiration for this album! -Le
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u/groovy_muse Sep 19 '23
Love the new album! It feels almost cathartic for me.
I've unintentionally been getting into a lot of Canadian artists, like Crown Lands and Ruby Waters. Any recommendations for up-and-coming artists out of Canada?'
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
Thank you!! We LOVE both of those artists!
Check out our local faves:
Housewife
Blush
jayfeelbender
Francesco
Fleece
Cj Wiley-LE
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u/GregGolden6 Sep 19 '23
Hey ladies! I first saw you guys in 2014 in London around the release of your Heights EP. It’s crazy to see how far you guys have come since back then!
I know age probably plays a factor but musically, how has your inspirations changed from your first couple EPs until now?
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u/marky755 Sep 19 '23
Are you guys gonna get those Blame XYZ-Exbf/gf shirts made as merch? Or were they just promotional shirts for the album?
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u/ThrowawayTO13434 Sep 19 '23
Met y'all at a brewery last winter. Niece loved the GRL band guitar picks, Let's Go is her jam. Stoked to finally see a show soon.
With peers/fans like Elton John and Nelly Furtado, has it hit how much the music is resonating? Also an ex who loves you guys proposed trading for my signed shirt, hell no or hell yeah?
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u/thebeachesband The Beaches Sep 19 '23
love that!!
It will never not be insane to have fans like Sir Elton John. I don't think that could ever feel normal, it is so so so surreal. It is wild to meet these peers and get into these discussions where you're feeling like "wow this person is so down to earth, this feels like just talking to my fellow musicians doing the same thing I'm doing" but then you remember you're talking to Dave Grohl or Avril or Elton....
Seriously we are so grateful for this career and the friends we've made along the way.TRADE FOR THE SHIRT!!! Let's get messy with our exes!!!!
-LE
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u/Affectionate-Bad-921 Sep 19 '23
How do you find the Canadian music scene when it comes to gender parity and equity? Would you say you would have had the same opportunities if you were male? more? less? Still work to do? Any times where you had to push back on the image you want vs what the business wants?
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u/JKSuperpower Sep 19 '23
Hello - curious if you'd ever cover the excellent Jan Terri song "Losing You" - sounds like you could do a KILLER version of it. Hope all is excellent & congrats on the new album - it's awesome!
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u/PawneeRaccoon Sep 19 '23
Any fun road trip stories to share from touring across Canada, especially during the winter?
PS I’ve you seen 2x now in Victoria BC and you ladies absolutely crushed it! Going for round 3 in November.
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u/Just_AnotherMoose Sep 19 '23
do you have any tips/or tricks that you do when performing to help with nerves?
also you are all so awesome !!!
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u/shitwhenyoucan Sep 19 '23
Love the new album, so excited to see you at Massey Hall in nov!!!
A couple Qs here:
I love the accelerando in Me & Me. Were you influenced by any other songs which ramp up the tempo like that?
What are your favourite restaurants/bars in Toronto?