Tickets are now available for the final edition of this year’s Let’s Hear It! Live emerging artist showcases. On July 28th we’re celebrating PRIDE in partnership with BYE FELICIA. This one-of-a-kind event will combine Drag, dance and live music into one incredible evening outdoors on Numbers Cabaret back patio!
w/ Special Guest Hosts Mathew V and Alma Bitches
Featuring Music By:
Xana, AHSIA and Ari James
with beats by G-Luve
Drag Performances By:
Alma Bitches, Mx Bukuru, Ruby Starlight, Batty Banks, Amy Grindhouse, Kara Juku
Thank you to Creative BC and the Province of British Columbia, FACTOR and the Government of Canada for their support in this program.
We are thrilled to share that the Unison Fund has just launched their new funding stream, the Live Music Workers Fund, to help independent, self-employed live music performance workers sustain their career amid challenges caused by the pandemic. Thank you to the Government of Canada for committing funding to help support the reestablishment of the Canadian live music industry.
Visit www.unisonfund.ca to apply now for a one-time payment of $2500.
Songwriters, composers, music supervisors, managers, and filmmakers are invited to apply to take part in the Amp Music in Film Summit, October 6 – 8, 2022, in Vancouver. The summit explores every aspect of music in visual media, from composition to song placement for film, television, advertising and video games.
100 selected applicants will be given free entry to expertly curated masterclasses, case studies, panel discussions, tailored networking opportunities, breakout sessions and musical showcases. The program is designed to develop skills and create connections that can excel a career in film and television, with a focus on providing access to artists from traditionally marginalized communities.
MUSIC BC STAGE AT KHATSAHLANO The 10th annual Khatsahlano Street Party is coming up this Saturday with an incredible line-up of artists and performers. Music BC will be taking over the Balsam Stage kicking off at 12:30PM. Artists include Meltt, Earth Tones, Caitlin Goulet, JJ Adrian, Hyaenas, David Beckingham, Serena Sun and Bad Money! Thank you to Creative BC and the Province of British Columbia for supporting this initiative!LEARN MORE
OPPORTUNITIES
100 COLLECTIVE PRESENTS CULTURE CON – KELOWNA, BC Culture Con is a 4 day conference event in Kelowna, BC. This event is meant to promote local talent and accelerate the careers of independent artists. Featuring 3 artist showcases, 2 days of info session, consultations and cultural talks as well as networking events throughout the city of Kelowna. Panelists include Grammy winners, Polaris Prize nominees, label owners, entrepreneurs, marketing experts, grant writers, agencies and representatives from Creative BC.REGISTER
WOMEN IN MUSIC BC MINGLER Join Women in Music BC on July 9th during Khatsahlano Street Party for an outdoor summer mingler at the Topo Chico Gardens starting at 12:00PM PDT. All female-identifying, trans, non-binary, and two-spirit individuals who are performers, working in the music industry, studying or starting out their careers are welcome to attend this event.REGISTER
VIFF SOUNDOFF APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN Apply now to play a short set at the VIFF AMP Music in Film Summit (Oct. 6–8, 2022) and will have an opportunity to receive feedback and learn more about songwriting for film and television and gain valuable insight into placing music in visual media. Selected artists should take careful consideration of their song choice for this opportunity, with sync compatibility at top of mind. Applications close July 31st at 5:00PM (PDT).LEARN MORE
SHOWCASE APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN: SXSW Apply for the opportunity to perform at the SXSW Music Festival, taking place from March 13-18, 2023. As a Showcasing Artist, you’ll gain unparalleled access to an audience of industry professionals, international media, and new fans. Final deadline to apply is October 7, 2022 at 11:59pm PT. Learn more about eligibility and important deadlines below.LEARN MORE
JUMPSTART CAREER CONSULTATIONS Our ongoing career consultation and music business mentorship program is taking requests for Summer 2022 1-hour sessions! If you have a music-related project you’d like to gain insight on, don’t hesitate to get your request in today to speak with one of our industry professionals. REQUEST A MEETING
INDUSTRY NEWS
NEXT STEPS: Equity | Diversity | Inclusion – Professional Industry Development Workshop Series CIMA cordially invites its members, signatories of the BDRB Declaration, and the greater Canadian music industry to CIMA “NEXT STEPS”, a FREE equity-focused monthly professional development workshop series. With the goal of increasing understanding of equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging in the Canadian music industry, this 10-part workshop series will feature professionals from specific sectors of the Canadian music industry paired with DEI specialists to discuss and develop ACTIONABLE solutions and recommendations for staff and leadership of micro, small & large companies and organizations.– READ MORE
Remembered as tenacious and an immense talent, rising Vancouver recording star Olivia Quan has died at 25 The Vancouver music community is mourning the passing of recording engineer and producer Olivia Quan. The death has been reported by Monarch Studios, where the Juno-nominated West Coaster had worked since 2016. Over the course of her career Quan worked with such artists as Hey Ocean!, City & Colour, Sam Lynch, Amanda Sum, and Said the Whale. She received Juno nominations this year for her work with Desirée Dawson, Luca Fogale, and Matthew V.– READ MORE
A lifelong love of music leads Jarrett Martineau to the Chan Centre, as new curator-in-residence A nêhiyaw (Plains Cree) and Dene Sųłiné producer, artist, scholar, and storyteller, Martineau is the newly appointed curator-in-residence at the Chan Centre for the Performing Arts at the University of British Columbia. There, his programming will be focused on uplifting Black and Indigenous voices; hosting a diverse range of artists, including icons, new talent, emerging and established international and local musicians, those who explore pressing issues in their music, and those who tell stories.– READ MORE
City of Vancouver honours a true world-music visionary by declaring Mel Warner Day Recognizing a true local legend of the Vancouver music scene, the city has declared June 23 as Mel Warner Day. Famous for bringing reggae, ska, and world music acts to the West Coast, Warner’s career spans four decades. If you remember the first time that you saw Damian Marley, Byron Lee, Beenie Man, Jimmy Cliff, or Toots and the Maytals in Vancouver, chances are good you can thank Warner’s Melo Productions for bringing them to town.– READ MORE
How Interscope Executive Nicole Wyskoarko Carved Her Path to Success in the Music Industry A secret to navigating the music industry is learning that there is no one proven formula or method for achieving success. It’s a field that’s as unorthodox as it is complicated, and there is no singular roadmap. Nicole Wyskoarko, executive vice president and co-head of A&R at Interscope Geffen, understood that concept early in her career and has embraced being adaptable as she’s reached astounding heights. But while Wyskoarko started her career on the legal side of things, her passion for music and aiding in artists’ creative processes led her to transition to A&R work. – READ MORE
Copyright Royalty Board Confirms Streaming Royalty Raise for Publishers and Songwriters In a big win for the publishing and songwriting community, the Copyright Royalty Board reaffirmed the 15.1% headline rate increase in royalties paid by streaming services to publishers for the 2018-22 period. The rate was decided in 2018, but streaming services Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube/Google and Pandora appealed the following year, arguing that the increase will make their business models untenable in light of the billions of dollars that they already pay in royalties. (Apple Music, the world’s second-largest music-streaming service, is not involved in these proceedings.)– READ MORE
Metaverse Music Licensing is set to make lives even harder for musicians Music licensing can be a real pain. Any online content creator will tell you how they’ve lost videos due to one or two music copyright strikes. However, music licensing isn’t just an issue for people using or enjoying tunes, but also those who make them. Now, many are wondering what music licensing will be like when The Metaverse becomes mainstream. With companies like Warner Music Group already bringing music to the virtual world, how will it affect musicians? – READ MORE
Rehegoo Music Partners With B2B Music Firm Tuned Global To Launch New Background Streaming Service Rehegoo’s new streaming service is called Music for Spaces and is designed for businesses that play music in their physical spaces, including gyms, spas, retail stores and supermarkets. Using Tuned Global’s white-label streaming app, the licensed service is available for businesses for an annual subscription fee. Rehegoo says that its new B2B service will “also support the next generation of talent in getting their music heard” through the company’s direct licensing agreements with unsigned artists across 50 countries. – READ MORE
Spotify Is Developing AI Tools To Hook Users On Music Creation One tool will let you tweak a song’s rhythm or melody. Another can take the harmony of a pop song from, say, Justin Bieber or Drake and combine it with the melody and rhythm of a fugue by Schubert or Bach, if that’s your thing. “You’ll be able to try all sorts of combinations,” says Francois Pachet, director of AI research and development at Spotify. “And it’s really fun.” It’ll be really fun for sure … assuming copyright clearances from publishers, labels, artists and songwriters get sorted out regarding any pop music that gets modified or mashed-up with AI modifications. – READ MORE
1 In 3 Music Listeners In The US Discover New Music Through Twitch, According To New Report In 2020, Twitch was making headlines due to music copyright issues on its platform, but that same year became a key destination for live streaming activity for musicians when concerts were put on hold due to the pandemic. By November 2021, Twitch had launched an artist incubator program called The Collective, and announced that it would be working with partners including Amazon Music. Now, a new report from Twitch and analytics platform Luminate claims to shed light on how the Amazon-owned livestreaming platform is driving music discovery in the US. – READ MORE
MEMBER OF THE WEEK
Filling in the industry thigh gap, 5 piece femme powered hip hop group, NADUH, write, engineer, and produce all of their music – meaning they have crafted a sound that’s truly representative of their collective energy – spreading unity consciousness through R&B infused beats that hit every chakra, laced with buttery-smooth vocals and herstorical lyrics. This one-of-a-kind group aims to shatter earthly constructs, and pop pussies worldwide.
Coming in HOT off a nomination for RnB Artist of the Year at the WCMAs, NADUH, introduces the “New Era” of girl-groups: true friends who are the sole visionaries and manifestors of their music, narrative, and image, rather than being formed and produced by men. Their music holds strong messages of reclamation, empowerment, sexuality, and spirituality, mixed in with “that bitch” energy, aiming to help their audience access higher realms of consciousness while entertaining their urge to twerk.
Music BCLet’s Hear It! Live – 2022 Concert Series, International Showcase Application – Artist & Business 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.
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