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.
Last week on April 18th, we hosted a Let’s Hear It Showcase celebrating Creative Industries Week in Victoria, BC – and it was a huge success, thanks to you!
It was a pleasure to witness some of BC’s top emerging talent light up the Duke Saloon stage; Nicky MacKenzie, Desirée Dawson and XL the Band, all while bringing together individuals from all of the creative sectors of our province.
On April 19th, Lana Popham, Minister of Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport announced a historic contribution of $42 million into the motion picture, music, publishing and interactive digital media industries in British Columbia; $22.5M of which is going into a 3-year Amplify BC renewal. This will directly benefit music programs, funding, and events in BC – and was a huge reason to celebrate!
Minister Popham went on to say: “We know the pandemic has been especially hard on the people in this area and that not every business has fully recovered. We want to help them recover, move forward with success and strength, and continue to create the content we all love.”
Thank you to the Province of British Columbia for supporting this Let’s Hear It event, and for your ongoing support of Amplify BC.
Photo: Nicky Mackenzie by Tyson Elder, Rocktographers
TRAVEL GRANT INFO SESSION
Music BC’s travel grants are open for Artists and Businesses, from now until May 26th. As such, we are hosting a virtual grant info session on May 4th, featuring very special guest consultant Nancy Lee.
Nancy is a Grant Coach, Event Producer, Curator, and Community Organizer based in Vancouver, BC. They are also a talented Filmmaker and Multi-Media Artist, as well as one of Music BC’s Jumpstart Career Consultants. Nancy will be bringing their high-level experience in fundraising for artists and creative projects to this informative session, while the Music BC team guides you through the process of the application and answers attendee questions.
Register now for this free informational session, and we’ll see you there!
Travel Grant Deadline: May 26, 2023 at 5:00 PM PST
Music BC Travel Grants are made possible through the ongoing support of Creative BC and the Province of British Columbia.
FACTOR ANNOUNCES PROGRAM DEADLINES FACTOR (The Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings) has announced their 2023 program deadlines for their Juried Sound Recording Program (including a new pilot program for Singles and EP’s), and their Artist Development Program.
Apply for your projects now! LEARN MORE
APPLY TO BE A JUROR FOR THE WCMA’S AT BREAKOUT WEST The Western Canadian Music Awards values diversity, equity and inclusion and welcomes and invites jury members from diverse backgrounds to apply. Each year, WCMA solicits help from its membership and key industry persons regionally and nationally to act as qualified jurors. Application Deadline: May 7, 2023 APPLY NOW
SOCAN FOUNDATION & TD INCUBATOR FOR CREATIVE ENTREPRENEURSHIP The TD Incubator for Creative Entrepreneurship is an exciting, new program that provides emerging music creators with seed funding, mentorship, and the opportunity to participate in a progressive webinar series that will hone their skills of entrepreneurship while providing them with the tools and resources needed to turn their talent into a sustainable career. Application Deadline: April 30, 2023 APPLY NOW
APPLY TO PERFORM AT CANADA HOUSE: AMERICANAFEST 2023 CIMA is excited to be heading back to Nashville for AmericanaFest 2023. They’ll once again be hosting Canada House and presenting showcases. Americana Music Festival & Conference brings together thousands of legendary artists, the next generation of rising stars and industry professionals for six days of music and education. The 2023 edition will be taking place between September 19-23. Application Deadline: May 26, 2023 APPLY NOW
ARC is an accelerator program highlighting, nurturing and sending into orbit the exciting, diverse voices that beat in BC 💫
Matt Storm to showcase as part of RBC Launchpad Music Entrepreneurship Program Matt Storm is set to showcase today, April 27th in Toronto, ON for the RBC Launchpad Program at Artscape Daniels Launchpad. RBC Launchpad is an intensive program dedicated to supporting and empowering artists, producers, managers, agents, and entrepreneurs. The objective of the program is to assist participants through an educational and networking platform that will better their understanding of how to develop their initiatives in a sustainable and profitable way. LEARN MORE
Desirée Dawson to perform at Sound City in Liverpool, UK Juno-Nominated folk/pop artist, Desirée Dawson is off to the UK for a showcase at Sound City in Liverpool, The UK’s leading independent music festival & conference. Catch her lighting up the stage tomorrow, Friday April 28th. LEARN MORE
JJ Adrian releases new single, ” 100° “ LISTEN NOW
INDUSTRY NEWS
Now hear this: Logan Staats wins SOCAN Foundation TD Indigenous Songwriter Award Vancouver Island-based singer is recognized for new album Deadman. The $10,000 cash prize is designed to develop career opportunities for Indigenous artists as well as a chance to showcase for music indsutry professionals. – READ MORE
‘A male-dominated team does not reflect society’: why are only 5% of music producers women? Beyond the stereotype of the knob-twiddling bloke are brilliant female producers, but gatekeeping, toxic masculinity and a lack of concrete support are holding them back. – READ MORE
The Power of Major Record Labels on Spotify Recommendations In the post-streaming era, streaming recommendation algorithms have become key mediators in music consumption and discovery.
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National Independent Talent Organization Reveals Plan to Reform Concert Ticketing NITO has released a nine-point strategy to fix unfair ticketing practices, supported by 45 independent management companies and booking agencies – READ MORE
Port Moody’s Tyson Venegas a top 12 American Idol finalistVenegas, a teen from Port Moody who turns 18 this summer, earned an elite top 12 spot on American Idol with after serenading judges and audience with his clear sweet voice, choosing Elton John’s Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me. – READ MORE
NADUH redefines what it means to be a girl group todayWith messages of girl power, independence, and awareness around social issues, girl groups of the ’90s represented a continued push towards greater female empowerment in pop music. – READ MORE
SPOTLIGHT OF THE WEEK
Producer and singer Mar Emanuel crafts songs with the care and feel of a musician who needs to be heard.
A self-awareness can be found in his songs. Through candid songwriting, smooth vocal performance and lush composition, Mar Emanuel blurs the line between ‘not-quite-for-radio’ pop and new-age RnB.
Mar brings the world into his bedroom studio. He refines the grandiose into an intimate piece of himself to share.
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
This project is funded in part by FACTOR, the Government of Canada and Canada’s private radio broadcasters. Ce projet est financé en partie par FACTOR, le gouvernement du Canada et les radiodiffuseurs privés du Canada.
