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ARC 2024 APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN!

Applications are now open for BC’s very own intensive artist accelerator program, ARC!

ARC highlights, nurtures, and sends into orbit the exciting, diverse voices that beat in BC. This multi-stage program will advance the business, creative, and technical skills of recording artists to help them build sustainable careers in the music industry—both at home and away. Led by a faculty of music industry professionals, participants will benefit from decades of experience and success within the music business.

ARC Alumni include: Amanda Sum, The Bankes Brothers, FKA Rayne, Maddie Storvold, Sadé Awele, Teon Gibbs, Emma Kade, KAPOK, Prado Monroe, Wallgrin, Vox Rea, the della kit, Winona Forever, TYA, Kate Yahn, Zoey Leven, Serena Sun, Post-Modern Connection, Nimkish, Nicky MacKenzie, Missy D, Mikey Jose, Matt Storm, Lush Fleece, Kimmortal, JJ Adrian, Glass Forest, Desirée Dawson, DACEY and Bridal Party.

Submission Deadline: April 26th, 2024 (11:59 pm PDT)

Thank you to Creative BC and the Province of British Columbia, FACTOR and the Government of Canada, and Stingray for making this program possible. 

APPLY NOW



MUSIC BC TRAVEL GRANTS ARE OPEN FOR INTAKE

Music BC’s second travel grant intake is now open for Artists and Businesses – including showcase, touring and business travel.

Artist and Business Travel

  • Application Deadline: May 17th, 2024 at 5:00 PM (PST)
  • This deadline will be accepting applications to support initiatives that take place between April 1st, 2024 and September 30th, 2024

As always, please ensure that you read our program guidelines in advance of applying, as we are constantly updating them to improve our programs. If you have any questions, please reach out to info@musicbc.org.

Save the Date: Music BC Travel Grant Info Session
When: Wednesday, April 17th, 2024 @ 6:00 PM
Where: Online
How Do I Attend?: RSVP will be available soon, so stay tuned!

Music BC Travel Grants are made possible through the ongoing support of Creative BC and the Province of British Columbia.

APPLY NOW



LET’S HEAR IT VICTORIA

We are excited to announce that we are headed back to Victoria next month in celebration of Creative Industries Week! Come celebrate with us alongside some incredible BC acts at The Duke Saloon on Wednesday, April 24th.

Catch Mikey Jose, JAXXEE and The Bankes Brothers all for only $10.00!

Event Info: 
Doors: 6:30 PM / Music: 7:00 PM sharp – 19+ Event
The Duke Saloon – 502 Discovery St, Victoria BC
Tickets: $10.00

Thank you to Creative BC and the Province of British Columbia for helping to make this event possible.

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NEW JUMPSTART FOUNDATIONS MODULE

An exciting new Jumpstart Module is now live, and free to access via registration through the Jumpstart Foundations portal.

Mavis Harris of Nice Marmot PR offers an introduction to key strategies for artists and music entrepreneurs to use in promoting their projects through the medium of publicity. She covers the importance of developing key PR-related assets, enhancing communication skills for interviews, having a strong and authentic brand image, and how to generally improve their visibility and reach in the music industry.

Thank you to Creative BC and the Province of British Columbia for helping make this program possible. 

WATCH NOW



APPLY TO SHOWCASE AT M FOR MONTREAL 2024

Artist submissions are now open for the 19th edition of M for Montreal, taking place November 20-23, 2024. Music BC is very excited to be returning to this highly anticipated event for another year!

M for Montreal is an essential catalyst for the Quebec and Canadian Music Industry, both for emerging artists and artists with a career outside of Quebec. The event features a series of conferences that bring together local and international music industry professionals. It offers a rich music program of more than 100 artists at its annual gathering in November, in Montreal.

Submission Deadline: June 14th, 2024

Thank you to Creative BC and the Province of British Columbia, FACTOR and the Government of Canada for helping make this opportunity possible for BC artists.

APPLY NOW



CONGRATS TO THE 2024 WINNERS AND NOMINEES 

Congratulations to the outstanding BC winners at this year’s Juno Awards, held in Halifax, NS!

We applaud Christine Jensen for securing the Jazz Album of the Year, Felix Cartal and Karen Harding for their remarkable achievement in Dance Record of the Year, Blue Moon Marquee for their exceptional Blues Album of the Year win, and Karan Aujla for clinching the TikTok Juno Fan Choice award, who also had an amazing performance during the broadcast.

Well done to all winners and to all that were nominated!

WINNER LIST HERE

OPPORTUNITIES

HENRY ARMSTRONG AWARD SUBMISSIONS OPEN
The Henry Armstrong Award (HAA) is a newly launched bursary and mentorship program, created to develop, elevate, and support Indigenous artists within the Canadian music industry. The award aims to provide unique opportunities for growth and development, culminating with the chosen act receiving a $10,000 bursary, along with a tailored mentorship program of professional development services. 
Application Deadline: April 26th, 2024
APPLY HERE 

APPLY TO SHOWCASE AT REEPERBAHN
Artist applications for Reeperbahn Festival in Hamburg, Germany are now open! This festival and conference takes place from September 18th-24th, 2024; 4 days full of outstanding music, new talents, special moments and discursive space – with a commitment to diversity and sustainability.
Application Deadline: May 31st, 2024
APPLY HERE

DOSTUFF IS HIRING
DoStuff is hiring a Brand & Partnerships Manager for Do604/250. The role is to drive partnerships, ensure brand promise is met, and run marketing efforts. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining and evolving brand positioning, ensuring it resonates with the audience and stands out in the market.

LEARN MORE & APPLY HERE

AMPLIFY BC: INDUSTRY SURVEY 
On April 19, 2023, the Province of BC announced $22.5 million for Amplify BC, extending the Province’s music funding programs until 2027. Creative BC continues to adapt Amplify BC programs each year to meet the needs of B.C.’s music industry. We invite you to provide your feedback, and inform the evolution of Amplify BC over the next three years. 

TAKE THE SURVEY HERE 

ARC is an accelerator program highlighting, nurturing and sending into orbit the exciting, diverse voices that beat in BC 💫

FKA Rayne Releases Music Video 
Watch Video Here
Sadé Awele Releases New Album
Listen Here

INDUSTRY NEWS

Canadian Government Announces $32 Million Boost to Canada Music Fund
Pascale St-Onge, the Minister of Canadian Heritage, announced at the Juno Awards that the government will increase the Canada Music Fund by $32 million over the next two fiscal years. – READ MORE
SOCAN Reveals Record 2023 Revenue, Targets ‘A More Promising and Prosperous Future for All of Our Members’
SOCAN has revealed that its revenue topped $368.50 million (CA$500 million) for the first time in 2023, when distributions are said to have spiked by over 20% to $325.75 million (CA$442 million). – READ MORE
Punjabi music is taking the world by storm and its new sound is based in Canada
Over the past few years, a new generation of Punjabi performers has emerged from Canada, taking the world by storm with a unique fusion of cross-cultural influences that could’ve only come from this country. – READ MORE
George Kalivas Steps Down as Head of A&R at Warner Music Canada to Start SWING
SWING is launching as a Toronto-based management company with Diamond Cafe as its first artist, though Kalivas says the eventual plan is to “evolve into a full-service record label in no time.” – READ MORE
Global Music Revenue Grew 10.2% in 2023 — but Executives Warn of a ‘Transformational Moment’ Ahead
“The reality is that we’re at the beginning stages of another transformational event for the music industry,” said Dennis Kooker, President of Global Digital Business at Sony Music Entertainment, who warned music discovery was much more challenging in the modern world of “fragmented” audiences. – READ MORE
Symphonic Distribution To Host Third Annual Women Empowerment Mentorship Program With Mentors From Amazon And Meta
Following the program’s success in previous years, Symphonic has assembled a diverse group of mentors, including industry leaders from Amazon Music, Meta and ASCAP. – READ MORE

LATEST BC RELEASES

MIKEY JOSE
RELEASES NEW SINGLE
“JUST THE SAME”
AMBER ELLE
RELEASES NEW SINGLE
“WINTERLOVE”
MARTY MILLER & THE BARGE BOYS
RELEASE NEW SINGLE
“STILETTO”
ZAAC PICK
RELEASES NEW EP
“BEST PART”
GENEVIEVE JADE
RELEASES NEW EP
“WHY AM I LIKE THIS” 
REX RAYNE
RELEASES NEW SINGLE
“IN THE MIDST”

UPCOMING DEADLINES

Summerlight Fest Artist Application – March 31st, 2024
BC Arts Council – Arts Impact Grant Application – April 2nd, 2024
Olivia Quan Memorial Award for Audio Excellence – April 12th, 2024
POP Montreal Festival Application – April 13th, 2024
ARC Accelerator Application – April 26th, 2024
Henry Armstrong Award Submission – April 26th, 2024
BC Arts Council – Arts Circulation & Touring Grant Application – May 1st, 2024
Music BC Artist & Business Travel Grant Applications – May 17th, 2024
Reeperbahn Artist Application – May 31st, 2024
M for Montreal Artist Application – June 14th, 2024
Canada Council – Arts Across Canada – Circulation & Touring – June 26th, 2024
Canada Council – Arts Abroad – Circulation & Touring – June 26th, 2024

Reach out to info@musicbc.org if you would like to include an upcoming application or funding deadline. 

ROLLING DEADLINES

FACTOR: Live Performance, Industry Events, Collective Initiatives – Showcase Production for Artists from Official Language Minority, Collective Initiatives – Showcase Production for Export-Ready Artists, Comprehensive Artist, Comprehensive Music Company, Business Travel, Marketing & Promo for Non-FACTOR Funded Sound Recordings, Songwriter Development, Sponsorship, Video

SOCAN: Travel Assistance, Professional Development Assistance, SOCAN Foundation Relief Fund

Canada Council: Travel, Residencies, Professional Development for Artists, Research and Creation, Creating, Knowing and Sharing: The Arts and Cultures of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples

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