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TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE FOR ARC SHOWCASES

Music BC is proud to present: The 2023 ARC Program Showcases, October 3-5th at The Cobalt in Vancouver. Come and enjoy 3 nights of eclectic music by 15 artists, for only $6.00 per showcase. Follow the links below to purchase tickets for the individual showcase dates.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 3RD – Amanda Sum, FKA Rayne, Kate Yahn, TYA, Winona Forever

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 4TH – Emma Kade, Maddie Storvold, Sadé Awele, Teon Gibbs, The Bankes Brothers

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 5TH – KAPOK, Prado Monroe, the della kit, Vox Rea, Wallgrin

Follow @arcprogram_bc on Instagram for set times. See you there!

 

ARC is made possible through the ongoing support of FACTOR and the Government of Canada, Creative BC and the Province of British Columbia, and Stingray.



“INTRODUCTION TO BECOMING A VOCAL ATHLETE” IS NOW LIVE!

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

Carol-Lynne Quinn is a Vocal Coach, Vocologist, Vocal Producer, TEDx Speaker and Artist. She has the pleasure of working with JUNO award-winning, major label, indie and emerging artists. She is the vocal coach for the JUNO Master Class, Canada’s Music Incubator, Project Wild, the ARC program and more. Clients include: Mother Mother, Celeigh Cardinal, Preston Pablo, Jade LeMac, Sophia Fracassi, Hotel Mira, MONOWHALES, Louise Burns, Rare Americans, Hailey Benedict, Blonde Diamond, RIELL and more.

This session offers an introduction to key strategies for artists to draw from when creating their own custom vocal “toolbox”. It’s meant to be an accessible approach to integrating proper vocal technique into their everyday performances, practices, and studio sessions.

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

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BC ARTISTS AT SCHOOL NIGHT TORONTO

It’s a School Night! Music BC is excited to be partnering with School Night Toronto for a showcase of BC talent on Monday, September 25th. 

Since 2010, School Night has been the go-to live music series for fans and industry alike to find their new favourite artists. What began as a Monday night show in the heart of Hollywood at Bardot now also is a monthly in New York City and Toronto, monthly shows at Soho House West Hollywood and Soho Warehouse, and has stages at events like Sundance, SXSW, and CMJ. 

Catch Big Kill, Blonde Diamond, David Vertesi, and NADUH take over the School Night stage at Drake Underground in less than 3 weeks. 

Tickets are available now!

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. 

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RSVP: SEPTEMBER 14TH, BREAKING DOWN RACIAL BARRIERS PANEL 

Our first of two panels on anti-Black racism in British Columbia’s music and entertainment industry is coming up on September 14th! You can register for FREE to attend. 

Initiated, curated and coordinated by Canadian music and entertainment community mainstays Ian Andre Espinet and David “Click” Cox, BDRB discussions are CENTRED in the voices and lived experiences of working Black music professionals. 

MEET THE SEPTEMBER 14TH SPEAKERS:









Register for FREE at the link below to attend these virtual panels. 

The series is presented by Music BC and supported by BreakOut West, CIMA and ADVANCE, Canada’s new Black Music Business Collective. Thank you to Creative BC and the Province of British Columbia, FACTOR and the Government of Canada for making this series possible. 

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OPPORTUNITIES


MMF LEVEL UP: VIRTUAL SERIES 
This panel session delves deep into the art of making meaningful connections, building lasting relationships, and capitalizing on opportunities during international showcases and conference events. This session is geared to empower both artist managers and self-managed artists with the skills and knowledge essential to navigate the dynamic landscape of the global arts industry successfully.
Panel Date: September 13th, 2023
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APPLY FOR ADVANCE CANADA’S BLACK ADVANCEMENT GRANT
ADVANCE, Canada’s Black Music Business Collective, in partnership with The City of Toronto and The Slaight Family Foundation, announces the launch of The  B.A.G. (Black ADVANCEment Grant), which will inject over $200,000 into Canada’s Black-owned for- profit and non-for-profit businesses.
Application Deadline: September 18th, 2023
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APPLY FOR INDIGENOUS SONGWRITER AWARD
Submissions are open for SOCAN Foundation x TD Canada’s Indigenous Songwriter Award. The competition is open to songwriters who are of Indigenous decent, and may be of any age. Candidates must be Canadians and SOCAN members or Canadians who are not members of any performing rights organization.
Application Deadline: October 15th, 2023
MORE INFO


APPLY FOR THE HER MUSIC AWARDS
Submissions are open for SOCAN Foundation’s HER Music Awards, presented by Bandzoogle. The HER Music Awards are designed to celebrate and support female-identified Canadian mid-career music creators who are on the verge of taking their creative careers to the next level.
Application Deadline: October 15th, 2023
MORE INFO

INDUSTRY NEWS


How Sampling Influenced Hip-Hop
Sometimes you hear a new hip-hop song and think, “I know this song — I’ve heard these sounds before.” You’re probably right, because hip-hop music is built on sampling, the process of using existing recorded music to create a sound collage of new music. – READ MORE


Meet Sofia Ilyas: A Woman Championing Diversity Through Her Work at Beatport 
Sofia Ilyas, the chief community officer of The Beatport Group, has an important role within the worldwide platform as her mission is to empower women and people of color across the globe while making the electronic music industry a safer and more inclusive place for all. – READ MORE


“Vocal Deepfakes Are Here to Stay”: AI Voice Cloning is About to  Change Pop Music Forever. Here’s Why
After the AI-generated ‘fake Drake’ track shook the music industry, the major labels are planning to legitimize AI vocal cloning with big-name artists. Where could it lead? – READ MORE


ASCAP Takes Advantage of Growing Controversy Over Imminent BMI Sale 
US collecting society ASCAP has been having some fun on social media this week posting not especially subtle digs at its rival BMI in response to reports that the latter rights organisation is close to being acquired by a private equity outfit. – READ MORE


Disabled Music Fans Are Failed by Concert Venues and Ticketing Systems
For modern fans, tour announcement days are usually mixed with exhilaration and ticket-buying butterflies. Too often, those butterflies quickly turn to dread as fans find themselves stuck in lengthy “smart queues,” and are ultimately unable to purchase tickets. – READ MORE


Don’t Sleep!… Actually, Please Do: Alanis Morrisette, Moby and More Lead the Wave of Music for Slumber and Relaxation
With songs and soundtracks available for nearly every human activity, it was just a matter of time before the market began booming for the second-most sedentary thing that people do: sleep. – READ MORE

SPOTLIGHT OF THE WEEK



PARIS. is a 22-year-old rising star from Burnaby, British Columbia. Despite only starting his music career 2 years ago, the Filipino-Canadian has already made waves in the Vancouver music scene, having been featured on 6ixbuzzTV, and performing at the Safe and Sound festival.

PARIS. has drawn comparisons to hip hop/r&b heavyweights A Boogie With da Hoodie and Lil Tjay; and is quickly gaining recognition as one of the most promising young artists in the industry.
 

LATEST BC RELEASES


IAMTHELIVING
RELEASES NEW SINGLE
“CAN’T BE REPLACED”


JAXXEE
RELEASES NEW SINGLE
“GONE”


THE JUPITERS
RELEASE NEW EP
“PLASTIC FRUIT” 


PONCHO
RELEASES NEW EP
“BACKBOYINFRONT”


SUGARFUNGUS
RELEASES NEW SINGLE
“A NAMED THING IS A KNOWN THING”


DAVID JULY
RELEASES NEW SINGLE
“END OF THE NIGHT”

UPCOMING DEADLINES

FACTOR Artist Development Grant Application – September 14th, 2023
First Peoples’ Cultural Council Arts Program Application – September 15th, 2023
SOCAN Canadian Music Assistance Grant Application – September 15th, 2023
ADVANCE Canada: Black Advancement Grant Application – September 18th, 2023
Amplify BC Live Music Grant Application – September 27th, 2023
Treefort Festival 2024 Application (BC Deadline) – October 13th, 2023
SOCAN Foundation x TD Canada Indigenous Songwriter Award – October 15th, 2023
SOCAN Foundation HER Music Awards – October 15th, 2023
Amplify BC Record in BC Grant Application – October 31st, 2023
Amplify BC Demo Recording Grant Application – February 15th, 2024 
The Great Escape Festival Application – February 16th, 2024
Amplify BC Music Industry Initiatives Grant Application – Rolling intake until March 1st, 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

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