The Beaches to Be Honored at the 2026 Billboard Women in Music Awards

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The Beaches, a Toronto-based band, is set to receive significant recognition for their global impact at the upcoming Billboard Women in Music 2026 event. Over the past three years, they have transitioned from TikTok sensations to chart-topping artists performing at major festivals and arena concerts.

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The Beaches will receive the Global Force Award from FACTOR during the ceremony in Los Angeles on April 29, marking them as the first band to earn this accolade.

Less than a year ago, The Beaches made history in Canada by becoming the first group to win the Women of the Year award at the second annual Billboard Canada Women in Music event. Comprised of sisters Jordan (lead vocals, bass) and Kylie Miller (guitar), along with Leandra Earl (guitar, keys) and Eliza Enman-McDaniel (drums), the band received surprise tributes at the ceremony from artists including Elton John and Kid Cudi.

Now, the quartet is poised to represent Canada on a global scale, joining an impressive lineup of female artists and industry leaders.

“The Beaches represent exactly the kind of Canadian talent that resonates far beyond our borders,” said Mo Ghoneim, President of Billboard Canada and Billboard UK. “At Billboard Canada, our role is not only to spotlight artists at home, but to create meaningful pathways onto the global stage. Celebrating them at Billboard Women in Music in the U.S. reflects both their undeniable impact and the growing influence of Canadian artists worldwide.”

This year’s event, hosted by Keke Palmer, will also honor fellow Canadian Tate McRae with the Hitmaker Award. Other honorees include Teyana Taylor (Visionary Award), Ella Langley (Powerhouse Award), Kehlani (Impact Award), Laufey (Innovator Award), Mariah the Scientist (Rising Star Award presented by Honda Stage), Zara Larsson (Breakthrough Award), and Thalia (Icon Award).

Last year, JENNIE, a member of K-pop sensation BLACKPINK, was awarded the Global Force Award for her successful solo career.

The Global Force Award underscores The Beaches’ international success. Their viral hit “Blame Brett” emerged in 2023, but their musical journey began years earlier. With a history in the industry spanning from family television to major labels, the band has redefined their image as relatable and accessible, appealing to a diverse audience.

“We finally understood exactly who we were,” said Enman-McDaniel in a Billboard Canada cover story last year. “No one was trying to change anything about us. Instead, it was like, ‘let’s take this element of who you guys are and amplify it.’ It changed our entire trajectory.”

With multiple entries on the Billboard Canadian Albums chart as well as the Modern Rock and Mainstream Rock charts, The Beaches have established a presence across North America, Europe, and Australia, performing at prominent festivals, including Coachella.

Their third studio album, No Hard Feelings, released last August, further solidified their status, peaking at No. 38 on the Billboard Canadian Albums chart. Its lead single, “Last Girls at the Party,” topped the Billboard Canada Modern Rock Airplay chart for 11 weeks, reflecting the vital role of radio in supporting Canadian artists. Following the release, the band enjoyed a successful run of sold-out shows, including their first arena concert in Toronto at Scotiabank Arena.

“The Beaches have been an amazing Canadian success story,” remarked Richard Trapunski, National Editor of Billboard Canada. “They’re authentic, hard-working, relatable, and fun – and they’ve done it all without sacrificing their values or personalities. Watching them explode onto the global stage has been exciting, and it fills me with pride to see them earn the Global Force Award.”

Earlier this week, the band performed “Lesbian of the Year” at the Juno Awards, where they won the Group of the Year title for the third consecutive year, as well as Rock Album of the Year for the second time.

The Beaches’ success is indicative of the diverse fanbase they have cultivated, primarily consisting of young, female, and increasingly queer audiences, while their universally relatable music appeals to listeners from around the globe.