Over the course of the next few weeks, all eyes will be on Canada as we prepare to host the world at the XXI Winter Olympics in Vancouver and Whistler. For a little over a month, it will appear as if the west coast of Canada is the centre of the Universe, as thousands of athletes, dignitaries, fans, and tourists descend upon the glorious city of Vancouver and its surrounding area. But it’s not just about the sports – the Olympics are much bigger then that – it’s a chance for Canada to show off its wares and some of its greatest exports, including some of the best music on the planet.
There are going to be some incredible musical performances as part of the official Olympic ceremonies and the Cultural Olympiad (including performances by major international acts like Usher, All American Rejects, and Steve Earle). But Canadian music will be on full display, and you can be sure that people are gonna be getting down to Canadian sounds all throughout the month of February on the Olympic grounds.
Here is a list of some of the top bands and artists representing Canada, leading up to and during the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics: