It reads: “There’s a crack in everything, that’s how light gets in.” To capture the spirit of the times in the memory of the late, great Bill Withers, recording artists Tyler Shaw and Fefe Dobson spearheaded a project to bring the voices of 25 acts together in a cover version of “Lean on Me” complete with a music video. Lean on Me (1989) on IMDb: Movies, Tv, Celebrities, and more... MTV has announced the list of performers for the Video Music Awards pre-show, as well as the nominees in the social categories that are to be voted on by fans in the days leading up to the broadcast on Sunday. Several Canadian artists have come together to form ArtistsCAN, releasing a performance of “Lean On Me” in support of the Canadian Red Cross and their COVID-19 efforts. A fundraiser for The Canadian Red Cross for COVID-19 Related Expenses. Fantastic. 25 Canadian musicians joined forces for an all-star cover of Bill Withers’ “Lean On Me”. Rush’s Geddy Lee and Bryan Adams were among many Canadian artists that took part in “ArtistsCan” campaign to raise money to help those affect by COVID-19 in Canada. Canadian country singer Tenille Townes gathered a group of her musician friends to sing “Lean on Me” on April 1, like a country version of Gal Gadot’s “Imagine.” The group included Justin Bieber, Avril … After spearheading the Covid-19 relief single “Lean on Me” by ArtistsCAN, Tyler Shaw is back with a bright, bouncy new single, reminiscent of dance parties and sunny summer getaways. 26, was packed to the brim with practically every A-lister from the Great White North, and some joined in for a rendition of Bill Withers’ “Lean On Me” (Tragically, Bill passed away due to heart complications at the end of March.) Have news, pics or video on a breaking news story? After spearheading the Covid-19 relief single “Lean on Me” by ArtistsCAN, Tyler Shaw is back with a bright, bouncy new single, reminiscent of dance parties and sunny summer getaways. Home » Blog » KLOS News » Geddy Lee and Bryan Adams Sing “Lean On Me” for ArtistsCan Benefit. Several Canadian artists have come together to form ArtistsCAN, releasing a performance of “Lean On Me” in support of the Canadian Red Cross and their COVID-19 efforts. Missing a few key players though… [Eyes Emoji] Alanis Morrisette. A fundraiser for The Canadian Red Cross for COVID-19 Related Expenses. Bryan Adams, Michael Bublé, and Justin Bieber are three of the 25 Canadian musicians who perform the late Bill Withers' iconic 1972 hit song "Lean on Me" to raise funds for The Canadian Red Cross to fight COVID-19 in Canada. “Just wanted to let you guys know we are here in Canada with you guys,” he said. Reminiscent of “Tears are Not Enough” from 1985. Canadian artists deliver memorable rendition of "Lean on Me" in Stronger Together, Tous Ensemble fundraiser by Charlie Smith on April 26th, 2020 at 5:50 PM 1 of 2 2 of 2 Originally a Mexican folk song, Ritchie Valens adapted it to rock and roll scoring a hit in 1958. The show also featured Lean On Me, as performed by an amazing group of Canadian artists and released under the name AritstsCAN. Bryan Adams, Jann Arden, Michael Bublé, Avril Lavigne, Geddy Lee & Buffy Sainte-Marie) - Single Bad Child, Justin Bieber, Command Sisters, Desiire, Fefe Dobson, Jules Halpern, Scott Helman, Shawn Hook, Ryland James, Dan Kanter, Olivia Lunny, Marie-Mai, Sarah McLachlan, Johnny Orlando, Josh Ramsay, Serena Ryder, Tyler Shaw, The Tenors, TIKA, Walk Off the Earth & Donovan Woods Apr 27, 2020 8:42 AM Dale Davies. #TousEnsemble, Viewers would get their Drake fix soon enough. Lean on Me. “Missed the broadcast last night, but great to see Canadian artists come together with “Lean on Me”. Billboard ranked it as the No. Justin Bieber kicked off the sing-a-long, which included Avril Lavigne, Bryan Adams, Sarah MacLachlan, Geddy Lee of RUSH, Walk Off The Earth, Josh Ramsay, and so many more. Reminiscent of “Tears are Not Enough” from 1985. Share to. “I want to send all my love, all my gratitude, all my support out to the frontline workers,” he said, adding that he had to go to the “hospital the other day due to a foot injury.” While there, he was inspired by the medical professionals who “who have to leave their families every day and go to work amidst this crisis, as dangerous as this is,” and that such selflessness and courage is “the glue holding us together.”, The Stronger Together special also featured shot-at-home performances from Michael Bublé, Barenaked Ladies, Shania Twain, Alessia Cara, and Sarah McLachlan. Geddy Lee, Bryan Adams and 23 others tackle the Bill Withers hit. The Top Female Canadian Artists Of 2020 ... from those who love Radiohead to music fans who only lean on top 40 music stations for the hit song fix. The “Toosie Slide” rapper closed out the special. Lean On Me Lyrics: Sometimes in our lives, we all have pain / We all have sorrow / But if we are wise / We know that there's always tomorrow / Lean on me, when you're not strong (When you're not Justin Bieber, Geddy Lee, Bryan Adams, and dozens of other Canadian artists have joined forces for a Bill Withers tribute doubling as a coronavirus relief fundraiser. To capture the spirit of the times in the memory of the late, great Bill Withers, recording artists Tyler Shaw and Fefe Dobson spearheaded a project to bring the voices of 25 acts together in a cover version of “Lean on Me” complete with a music video. Twelve songs from the year-end top 100… It was released in April 1972 as the first single from his second album, Still Bill.It was a number one single on both the soul singles and the Billboard Hot 100; the latter chart for three weeks in July 1972. “Missed the broadcast last night, but great to see Canadian artists come together with “Lean on Me”. Rush’s Geddy Lee and Bryan Adams were among many Canadian artists that took part in “ArtistsCan” campaign to raise money to help those affect by COVID-19 in Canada. Wondering where Drake and Shawn Mendes were on this one? The 1987 biographical film La Bamba about Valens featured the Los Lobos cover. Geddy Lee, Bryan Adams and 23 others tackle the Bill Withers hit. According to RPM Magazine, the biggest song of 1987 in Canada was "La Bamba" by Los Lobos. 7 song of 1972. The Federation (FCA) is a Canadian registered charity dedicated to the promotion and professional development of artists, offering education and art collection services for art collectors. 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The special, airing on Apr. It was released in April 1972 as the first single from his second album, Still Bill.It was a number one single on both the soul singles and the Billboard Hot 100; the latter chart for three weeks in July 1972. The music community has spearheaded its fair share of them, and now a group of Canadian artists are doing their part as well: Justin Bieber, … Geddy Lee and Bryan Adams Sing “Lean On Me” for ArtistsCan Benefit, Ozzy Osbourne Hosting Listening Parties + Free Tattoos, R.E.M.’s Michael Stipe Announces New Solo Single. #TousEnsemble” one fan tweeted. Canadian artists came together to sing a cover of Bill Withers' Lean on Me for the Stronger Together, Tous ensemble special. We really all do need somebody to lean on, especially right now.” The video ends with the seven artists’ screens cutting to black. Lean on Me. The event, titled Stronger Together, Tous Ensemble (the French-language equivalent), featured a remote sing-along to Bill Withers' "Lean on Me," … The Chinese-Canadian multi-platinum-selling artist, producer and actor released his energetic new track “Remember” in August, which is sure to have listeners craving the days of clubs […] The long list of artists – that also included Justin Bieber – sang the Bill Withers classic, “Lean on Me”. Canadian artists team up for ‘Lean On Me’ cover. Apr 27, 2020 8:42 AM Dale Davies. https://t.co/jYT0xcuPXA via @YouTube #CanadaStrongerTogether, — Paul Barriscale (@BossFanVan) April 27, 2020, Mate, where is @Drake in this Lean on me song? The obvious highlight to Sunday's 92-minute Stronger Together broadcast was the split-screen ensemble rendition of Bill Withers’ Lean On Me that was released immediately following the show on all music streaming platforms to raise money for Canada’s Red Cross. Stronger Together, Tous Ensemble airs at 6:30 p.m. EST on Sunday, April 26. Fans and viewers from around the globe can live-stream the event on CTV.ca, CBC.ca, and Globaltv.com Rush’s Geddy Lee and Bryan Adams were among many Canadian artists that took part in “ArtistsCan” campaign to raise money to help those affect by COVID-19 in Canada. The long list of artists – that also included Justin Bieber – sang the Bill Withers classic, “Lean on Me”. The song, written by Bill Withers — who died on March 30 — featured stars like Justin Bieber, Michael Bublé, Bryan Adams, Avril Lavigne, Sarah McLachlan, Geddy Lee, Jann Arden, Buffy Sainte-Marie, the Tenors and a score of other Canadian artists performing via webcam while isolating in their own homes (you can watch it in the video below). RUSH's Geddy Lee is one of about 25 Canadian artists who have recorded an an all-star charity cover of soul legend Bill Withers's seminal song "Lean On Me… Exhibitions - 2018 Works on Paper - "Lean on me" by Kato, AFCA - Federation of Canadian Artists, Canada's largest national arts service organization for visual artists Reminiscent of “Tears are Not Enough” from 1985. Billboard ranked it as the No. Celine Dion.”, Missed the broadcast last night, but great to see Canadian artists come together with "Lean on Me". Canadian Artists Come Together To Sing “Lean On Me” ***Video*** In case you missed last nights “Stronger Together, Tous Ensemble” this is what you missed! Wondering where Drake and Shawn Mendes were on this one?” “Canada’s #StrongerTogether special was on tonight. Lean on Me (feat. See the video below. 25 Canadian musicians joined forces for an all-star cover of Bill Withers’ “Lean On Me”. 7 song of 1972. Lean on Me. Celine appeared in the program to thank all the first responders (“We salute your bravery,” she said), and Justin, alongside wife Hailey Baldwin, also shared a message to all those in his home and native land. ... Art and beauty (55) audiocasts (102) bad news (178) barbecue (39) blogs (157) ... Canadian Artists sing LEAN ON ME. Earlier this month, the two enlisted the massive, star-studded roster of Canadian musicians to record Lean On Me from the comfort of their homes during the COVID-19 pandemic. Sunday, April 26th 2020 - 5:00 pm Sunday night’s Stronger Together, Tous Ensemble broadcast culminated with the premiere of an all-star version of the classic “Lean On Me.” The Canadian artists who make up ArtistsCAN were assembled by singers Tyler Shaw and Fefe Dobson. Also a notable member of the group Broken Social Scene, Haines shines of diversity in music talent, while also standing tall as an artist that is impossible to imitate or duplicate on her level of success. We are confident that there’s a song by Emily for every music nerd, from those who love Radiohead to music fans who only lean on top 40 music stations for the hit song fix. The song has topped iTunes. Near the end of the broadcast, twenty-seven artists collaborated on a bilingual rendition of "Lean on Me" as a tribute to Bill Withers.The rendition is a product of an initiative by Tyler Shaw and Fefe Dobson called ArtistsCAN, and was released separately to raise funds for the Canadian Red Cross. Share to. Copyright © 2020 95.5 KLOS FM | MERUELO MEDIA. It isn’t the first, and we’re pretty sure it won’t be the last, a lot of artists have been coming together recently for charity singles and some famous Canadian artists have done just that with the likes of Justin Bieber, Avril Lavigne, Michael Bublé, and many more for ArtistsCAN charity single cover of Bill Withers’ song “Lean On Me”. Justin Bieber, Avril Lavigne, and More Canadian Stars Sing 'Lean on Me' for Charity Special Drake, Céline Dion, Ryan Reynolds, and more stars sent well wishes to healthcare workers during the show Lean on Me. The song has topped iTunes. "Lean on Me" is a song written and recorded by American singer-songwriter Bill Withers. Canadian artists team up for ‘Lean On Me’ cover. All rights reserved. Lean On Me Lyrics: Sometimes in our lives, we all have pain / We all have sorrow / But if we are wise / We know that there's always tomorrow / Lean on me, when you're not strong (When you're not The Federation (FCA) is a Canadian registered charity dedicated to the promotion and professional development of artists, offering education and art collection services for art collectors. #CanadaStrong Click PLAY or watch it on YouTube. Canadian artists come together in ‘Lean on Me’ cover for coronavirus relief. A fundraiser for The Canadian Red Cross for COVID-19 Related Expenses. Canadian artists came together to sing a cover of Bill Withers' Lean on Me for the Stronger Together, Tous ensemble special. Bryan Adams, Jann Arden, Michael Bublé, Avril Lavigne, Geddy Lee & Buffy Sainte-Marie) - Single Bad Child, Justin Bieber, Command Sisters, Desiire, Fefe Dobson, Jules Halpern, Scott Helman, Shawn Hook, Ryland James, Dan Kanter, Olivia Lunny, Marie-Mai, Sarah McLachlan, Johnny Orlando, Josh Ramsay, Serena Ryder, Tyler Shaw, The Tenors, TIKA, Walk Off the Earth & Donovan Woods Lean on Me (feat. “I want to start off by saying hats off to all the artists who performed, showcased their talents tonight for a good cause,” Drake said, per Billboard. Drake. © Copyright 2020 HollywoodLife, LLC, a subsidiary of Penske Business Media, LLC. The cause of death for the acclaimed songwriter behind enduring hits like “Lovely Day,” “Ain’t No Sunshine” and “Lean on Me,” Bill Withers, has been revealed. “We are enduring this as a country together. It isn’t the first, and we’re pretty sure it won’t be the last, a lot of artists have been coming together recently for charity singles and some famous Canadian artists have done just that with the likes of Justin Bieber, Avril Lavigne, Michael Bublé, and many more for ArtistsCAN charity single cover of Bill Withers’ song “Lean On Me”. Trending Last night’s “Lean On Me” singalong featured a bunch of big stars, and all of those big stars were Canadian. The long list of artists – that also included Justin Bieber – sang the Bill Withers classic, “Lean on Me”. The song, a classic by the late Bill Withers, was the perfect choice, and the more than 2 dozen voices that came together to sing on this version of the track all did a wonderful job of being stronger together. Lean on Me (1989) on IMDb: Movies, Tv, Celebrities, and more... MTV has announced the list of performers for the Video Music Awards pre-show, as well as the nominees in the social categories that are to be voted on by fans in the days leading up to the broadcast on Sunday. One person who wasn’t involved was Drake, and Champagne Papi’s absence left some viewers scratching their heads. Proceeds go to the Canadian Red Cross. "Lean on Me" is a song written and recorded by American singer-songwriter Bill Withers. “Missed the broadcast last night, but great to see Canadian artists come together with “Lean on Me”. For many Canadians, the highlight of the Stronger Together, Tous Ensemble show was a hit song by the recently deceased Bill Withers. The obvious highlight to Sunday's 92-minute Stronger Together broadcast was the split-screen ensemble rendition of Bill Withers’ Lean On Me that was released immediately following the show on all music streaming platforms to raise money for Canada’s Red Cross. The idea for cover came from Tyler Shaw and Fefe Dobson. During "Stronger Together, Tous Ensemble", 25 Canadian musicians including Geddy Lee, Drake, Avril Lavigne, Bryan Adams, and more covered "Lean on Me". We are sending our love and prayers.”. Fantastic. Canadian country singer Tenille Townes gathered a group of her musician friends to sing “Lean on Me” on April 1, like a country version of Gal Gadot’s “Imagine.” It was a singer and song-writer, Tyler Shaw along with fellow artist Fefe’s idea to raise charity on Bill Withers’ ‘Lean On Me’ through Canadian Red Cross. See the video below. A slew of Canada’s most talented musical artists came together for a joint performance of “Lean on Me… “Mate, where is  @Drake in this Lean on me song? The idea for cover came from Tyler Shaw and Fefe Dobson. Proceeds go to the Canadian Red Cross. There was joy in every heart and a tear in every Canadian’s eye during the Stronger Together, Tous Ensemble, a Canadian TV special that aimed to raise money for Food Banks Canada during the COVID-19 outbreak. After everyone has signed off, a quote from fellow Canadian singer-songwriter and poet, Leonard Cohen is revealed. The Chinese-Canadian multi-platinum-selling artist, producer and actor released his energetic new track “Remember” in August, which is sure to have listeners craving the days of clubs […] As the grand finale, 25 Canadian musicians joined forces for an all-star cover of Bill Withers ’ “Lean On Me”. Justin Bieber, Avril Lavigne, and a slew of Canadian artists have come together to pay tribute to the late music icon Bill Withers who passed away earlier this month at 81 due to heart complications.. Not going to lie, the finale got me. Near the end of the broadcast, twenty-seven artists collaborated on a bilingual rendition of "Lean on Me" as a tribute to Bill Withers.The rendition is a product of an initiative by Tyler Shaw and Fefe Dobson called ArtistsCAN, and was released separately to raise funds for the Canadian Red Cross. Reminiscent of "Tears are Not Enough" from 1985. See the video below.