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NaijaFest 2024: Celebrating Nigerian’s Culture in British Columbia

The NaijaFest returns to Vancouver for its second year from August 31 to September 1, 2024 at Bear Creek Park in Surrey, celebrating Nigerian's rich culture, vibrant costume, tasty food and rhythmic music. The festival hosts a variety of…

B.C. Musicians Nominated for Western Canadian Music Awards at BreakOut West 2024

Organized by the Western Canadian Music Alliance, BreakOut West is a yearly music gathering comprised of an immersive music development conference, music festival and award ceremonies. The 2024 edition of the BreakOut West Festival is taking…

An Interview with Wicked Woods Festival

Wicked Woods is a three-day arts and electronic music festival located in the Columbia Valley just outside Fairmont, British Columbia. Now in its 15th year, the festival takes place between August 30 and September 1, 2024, and features well…

36 Musicians and Music Companies from British Columbia Nominated for 2024 CCMA Awards

Canadian Country Music Association® (CCMA®) presents the 2024 CCMA Awards to honour Canada's country music industry, recognizing the outstanding achievements by artists, musicians, radio stations, and companies over the past year. Established…

B.C. Musicians at TD Victoria International JazzFest 2024

The 40th annual TD Victoria International JazzFest is a celebration of 10 days and nights of jazz, blues, funk, world, and more! Featuring free-to-attend outdoor performances, ticketed and cover charge shows, and free-to attend workshops across…
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Three B.C. Artists Longlisted for the Polaris Prize 2024

The Polaris Music Prize is a not-for-profit registered charity that annually honours and rewards artists who produce Canadian music albums of distinction. A select panel of music critics judge and award the prize each year without regard to…

2024 Canadian Live Music Industry Awards Shortlist from British Columbia

On June 4, 2024, the 8th annual Canadian Live Music Industry Awards (CLMIAs) will honour Canada's live music industry, bringing together the Canadians behind live music for a night of celebration and recognition. These awards celebrate the ingenuity,…

Celebrating the 2024 B.C. Western Canadian Music Award Nominees from British Columbia

The Western Canadian Music Awards (WCMA) honours outstanding artistic and industry achievements in Western Canada. This year marks the 22nd anniversary of WCMA, Canada’s premier music industry gathering. 2024 Winners…

#ListenBC: Discover Your New Favourite Local Artists

Discover a collection of new releases from artists based in British Columbia, Canada on the Amplify BC #ListenBC Spotify playlist. This eclectic playlist highlights the diverse talent throughout our province. These musicians have received support…
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Wrap-up on Creative Industries Week 2024

The ninth annual Creative Industries Week is a celebration of B.C.’s dynamic creative sectors. This year, it took place the week of April 22-26, 2024, and brought industry associations, key stakeholders, and creators together with the…