Happy Friday Drivers!
Had the good fortune to have my old friend Jefferson take me around some of his favourite spots to dig for music in Toronto last weekend which was quite fruitful.
Today’s show will be the first of many where I’ll be digging into some of the goodies unearthed as well as some of the music that has been overlooked but needs to be heard with a few nods to Black History Month.
Some amazing finds and long time wants to share with you all today and in the coming weeks.
Expect a wide variety of the usual Friday Drive fare!
Thank you for taking the time, happy listening and I hope you enjoy this week’s offering.
| Slowdive Marc Decho Quartet - AAAAUM EP - N/A 
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| Smoke Signals Eddie Harris - Silver Cycles Album - Atlantic Records |
| Homenagam A Clifford Brown Sambalanço Trio - Homenagam A Clifford Brown Album - Seven Seas |
| Dem Higher Exile One - Beaucoup D'Gaz A Bo (Lotsa Music Onboard) Album - Disques Debs |
| Preasure Rock Captain Sinbad & Sugar Minott - Single - Youth Promotion |
| Let's Be People Delroy Williams - Single - Tomorrow |
| L.O.V.E. (Kruder & Dorfmeister Session) United Future Organization - Loud Minority / Cosmic Gypsy / L.O.V.E. EP - Talkin’ Loud |
| Free Us Nos - Soulful Behaviour 2 Single - Defunked |
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| Shebeen Hugh Masekela & The Union Of South Africa - Hugh Masekela & The Union Of South Africa Album - Chisa |
| Hummin' Cannonball Adderly Quintet - Country Preacher Album - Capitol Records |
| Mi Vida Oscar Martos feat. Essy - So Lonely Single - Rocafort Records |
| Devil's Pie D'Angelo - Single - Virgin Records |
| Reggae Funkyfied Anthony Brown - Single - Water Lily |
| Taboo Cyril Diaz & His Orchestra - Voodoo EP - Soundway Records |
| Shaker Song Spyro Gyra - Single - Amherst |
| Can You Feel The Vibrations (Instrumental Version) The Soul Brothers Six - Dazz / Can You Feel The Vibrations Single - GRT
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| Samba De Orfeu The Pablo All Stars Jam - Montreux '77 Album - Pablo |
| Talk Da Shit Toli & The Femm Nameless - See Line EP - Kooyman Records |
| What Can I Do For You? Labelle - Single - Epic |
| I'm Gonna Make It Gloria Jay - Know What You Want / I'm Gonna Make It Single RE - Melodies International |
| Love & Understanding Kool & The Gang - Open Sesame Single - De-Lite Records |
| This Time (Dub Version) Funk Deluxe - Single - Salsoul Records |
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| Chicago Sunrise Strike One - Can't Touch Me Anymore Single - Boogie Back Records |
| Uptown Funk Pt. 1 Sly5thAve & The ClubCasa Chamber Orchestra - Single - Kooyman Records |
| Freedom (The Freedom Zombie Dance Pts. 1 & 2 The Nostalgia 77 Octet - Single - Tru Thoughts |
| Black Is Black (Ultimatum Mix) Jungle Brothers - Straight Out The Jungle / Black Is Black Single - Gee Street |
| Sons Of The Gods Charles Earland - Odyssey Album - Mercury Records |
| Bionic Lover Gentle - Single - Leo Mini |
| The Devil Made Me Write This Piece Don Ellis - Soaring Album - MPS |
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EVERY TUESDAY AT 6:30 - 9 PM Life Drawing @Art House Cafe 555 Somerset St., W. $12 SESSION GROUND RULES We want to make sure that all of our artists and models are comfortable, respected, and able to work effectively! Here are some ground rules for our Life Drawing sessions to help make that happen. 1. Please keep all electronics off or silenced during the session. 2. Please only enter/exit the session in the breaks between poses. 3. Keep your voices down and conversations to a minimum while the model is posing. We love when local artists connect, but please wait for the halfway break or step outside to do so! 4. Artists own the work they produce during the session, and may share and distribute it how they wish. Models will never be identified by their full names. 5. Under no circumstances is the model to be touched or photographed by artists. 6. Comments, concerns, or feedback about any part of the session should be discussed directly with the facilitator. If you have any questions or input for our ground rules, send us a message! WEDNESDAYS AT 10 PM - CLOSE lifeboogie presents: [Why Wednesday]: “Vibrations Running Deep” w/ Trevor Walker @27 Club 27 York St. Free (for now) | 19+ Been working towards launching a solo mid week night where I can stretch out and drop a diverse open format soundtrack of groovy vibes for the Ottawa diaspora. You can expect only top notch (mostly) underground tunes from Funk, Soul, Boogie, dance floor Jazz, Breaks, House, Hip Hop, Drum & Bass, Bruk, Afro, Latin, Brazilian, Reggae and so much more on vinyl + digital strictly selected for dancers. If all goes to plan the night will also be available to view live on twitch.tv/lifeboogie Vibes to get you past the midweek hump! Hope to see you out making moves. Last week's recording is live on my SoundCloud to get you in the mood below: https://on.soundcloud.com/nwgYJ EVERY THURSDAYS AT 6 - 9 PM Open Mic Jams @Art House Cafe 555 Somerset St., W. Come out for a fun jam! All are welcome. If weather permits we will be out on the patio. Come hang out with fellow Ottawa musicians and play original tunes, covers, or poetry! FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16th, 2024 AT 8 PM The PLAYLIST: Marc Decho, Deniz Lim-Sersan, Stephen Adubofuor @Montgomer Scotch Lounge 750 Gladstone Ave. Event: https://fb.me/e/8vAGgjZz8 The Playlist combines 3 of Ottawa’s most eminent instrumentalists performing together for the first time in this exciting new experimental jazz project. Performing mainly original compositions and gems from such lumanaries as J Dilla. The group features Deniz Lim-Sersan on keys/synth, Marc Decho on electric bass and Stephen Adubofuor on drums. 8PM. 2 sets. $15. FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16th, 2024 AT 9 PM - 2 AM Serpent Corpse, Fractured, Barrow Wight @House of TARG 1077 Bank St. Event: https://fb.me/e/4beEelxf0 Sitting On The Outside and friends bring you SERPENT CORPSE (Montreal) Morbid crushing death beats https://serpentcorpse.bandcamp.com/ FRACTURED (Montreal) Crust drenched metal onslaught https://fractured3.bandcamp.com/ BARROW WIGHT (Mordor) Power from the east end https://barrowwight.bandcamp.com/ https://hcrbarrowwight.bandcamp.com/ Friday, February 16that House of TARG (1077 Bank St). Doors at 9pm. $15 (NOTAFLOF) at the door. Busing? Take the #6 or #7. Sitting On The Outside acknowledges that this show is taking place on unsurrendered Algonquin Anishinaabe territory. Sitting On The Outside has zero tolerance for violence, aggression, oppressive behaviour or language, or bullying. ACCESSIBILITY: House of TARG is down a flight of stairs. If you have any questions or concerns please message Sitting On The Outside through facebook or via email jeffhurter@gmail.com. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17th, 2024 AT 9 PM - 2 AM White Rabbit: w/ SYDNEY BLU, Joe Juares, Hoppy Hour by Alamusic @City At Night 222 Slater St. Event: https://fb.me/e/4bfDUuitA Tickets: Tickets · $22.63 - $600cityatnightFeb1724.eventbrite.ca Ottawa's best dance music DJs every Saturday from 9pm to 2am for White Rabbit inside City At Night. Check out our spin on happy hour = #HoppyHour! Every Saturday from 9pm to 10pm we offer $4 beer & bar rail, featured cocktails, and featured DJs! Saturday February 17th, we're proud to host the return to White Rabbit, one of Canada's top dance music ambassadors, and an exceptional DJ & Producer: SYDNEY BLU (Truesoul / Knee Deep in Sound / Circus Recordings / Katerblau / Desert Hearts) Sydney Blu’s career can be considered a journey of evolvement. With a tremendous passion for live performance, music production, and all-around artistic creativity, Sydney’s constant determination shines brightly through her accomplished DJ career. With beginnings in Toronto, Canada playing for The Guvernment Nightclub, Footwork Nightclub, and the LGBTQ2S+ community, then following 6 years in the United States touring the continent and the globe, all the way to her recent life in Berlin, Germany, Sydney’s dedication to living her life through music is unbridled. A proudly Canadian artist, Sydney’s success is largely attributed to her relentless touring schedule which she’s upheld for several years. In 2009, Sydney Blu founded her imprint, Blu Music, on the principle of authentic, dancefloor-rich house and techno. The following year she extended her brand to another branch introducing her legendary Blu Party series, which curates some of the greatest names of the underground house. On top of that, Sydney has released music on some of the most recognized labels in the industry including Hot Since 82’s Knee Deep in Sound, Adam Beyers & Drumcode’s Truesoul, Steve Lawler’s VIVA Music, Desert Hearts Records, Deadmau5’s Mau5trap, Yousef’s Circus Recordings, Josh Butler’s Origins, Kevin Saunderson’s KMS Records, Katerblau Berlin’s Katermukke Records, and more. Her release "Give It Up For Me” on Mau5trap earned Sydney a #1 hit on Beatport for over 3 months. With multiple top ten records since then, Sydney continues to chart every year, including another recent top ten “Mind Games” on Hot Since 82’s Knee Deep in Sound which was premiered by Billboard Magazine. March 2021 was the release of Sydney’s sophomore album Conviction, a meticulously produced, dance floor-driven collection of electronic music, with synth-laden 80’s inspired lead single Monologue, featuring Azari & III singer Fritz Helder, transitioning into various shades of deep, tech, and melodic house. Perhaps, her most fully realized body of work to date, Conviction, earned her a JUNO nomination for Electronic Album of the Year and climbed to the top of Beatport’s Top 10 in Afrohouse, Deep House, Minimal House, Melodic and Tech house. Her lead singles Conspiracy, Temple, and To the Ground were playlisted on Electronic Rising, Organica, and Housework. The LP also received media praise from outlets Mixmag, 6am Group, Data Transmission, Electronic Groove, Musicis4lovers, Beyond Fashion Magazine, HOLR Fashion Mag, and garnered radio play from Danny Howard of BBC Radio 1, Sirius XM Radio, and CBC Radio 1’s George Stromboulopoulos. In late 2021, Sydney launched the #23by23 campaign with the help of Native Instruments and a run of A-list record labels. The campaign’s aim is to encourage labels to increase their percentage of female producers to 23% or more by the end of 2023. To support this initiative, Label Radar is hosting remix competitions and demo challenges with some major labels participating in the campaign like SOMA Records, HE.SHE.THEY, Anjunadeep, Insomniac Records, Poker Flat Recordings, Hospital Records, Toolroom Records, Club Sweat, Gorgon City’s Realm Records, Soma Records, Desert Hearts, Walker and Royce’s Rules Don’t Apply, Circus Recordings and more. Sydney has also taken #23by23 around the globe speaking about the importance of diversity on dance labels this past year at Amsterdam Dance Event, International Music Summit (Ibiza) and Berlin Dance Event. One of Sydney’s greatest accomplishments to date has been her recent successful advocation for a new category at Canada’s largest award show ‘The JUNO Awards’. For four years, Sydney gathered Canada’s top managers, agents, publicists, festival owners, club owners and artists in dance music to help urge The Canadian Academy of Arts and Sciences to make a new award that represents the origins of electronic music called ‘Underground Dance Single of the Year’. The category was successfully accepted by the JUNO’s in June 2021 and will present its first award in 2022 with Sydney Blu as its Chairwoman. With no signs of slowing down, expect many new upcoming releases from Sydney Blu in 2024 and a full touring schedule. Local support from long-time Ottawa favourite JOE JUAREZ on opening duties, and ALAMUSIC setting the vibe during HoppyHour. - A limited quantity of tickets are available online (before 12am) - Table reservations/packages are recommended for groups and available online - Walk-ins are available on a first-come, first-served basis. FAQ: www.cityatnight.ca/FAQ VENUE: www.cityatnight.ca SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2024 AT 8 PM 5th Annual Almonte Black History DANCE PARTY @Almonte Curling Club 160 Bridge St. Event: https://fb.me/e/3zYxBCPct Tickets | $20 https://ticketsplease.ca/ Happy Black History Month! I’ve been invited to spin at the 5th annual Almonte Black History Month Dance Party at the Almonte Curling Club (160 Bridge Street, Almonte) on Sunday February 18th from 8pm. There will be 3 DJs playing Hip-hop, RnB, Country, Reggae, Afrobeat, Amapiano and more. It is cash only bar! Black History Month offers an opportunity to understand Black histories, going beyond stories of racism and slavery to spotlight Black achievement. Our Black History parties are always a fun time and raise money for a good cause. This year, they are fundraising for https://www.equalchance.ca/, an incredible nonprofit in Ottawa. Equal Chance works on a variety of issues which include but are not limited to food security, employment, mental health, homelessness, human rights, justice, health, childcare, financial literacy and International affairs. This year we are so thankful to have received a grant from the Municipality of Mississippi Mills. The grant will help us cover our expenses, so 100% of funds raised will go to Equal Chance. Please spread the work to your networks and order your tickets now at https://ticketsplease.ca/ We hope that you will be able to join us in celebrating Black culture and supporting this worthy cause. See you on the dance floor! #BlackHistoryMonth #DJParty #DanceParty #Almonte #Ontario #AlmonteCurlingClub #Fundraiser #ComeDance #ShareWidely MONDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2024 AT 9 PM ERU-ERA w/sg KUNA MAZE (Direct from Brussels) @Minotaure 3 rue kent, Gatineau Event: https://fb.me/e/6sO6e7K7z Man, this is gonna be a doozy!! Come and join Ottawa's 'ERU-ERA' Hyper funk outfit as we join forces with the mighty 'Kuna Maze' from Brussels. This will be a night to remember for 2024!! FREE ENTRY!!! Tip jar is always ready to be filled! FRIDAY, FEB. 23, 2024 AT 9PM - 11:30PM Bia Ferreira - Brazil @Queen St. Fare 50 O’Connor St. Event: https://fb.me/e/3rhEz938g Tickets: Tickets · Free - $11.98www.eventbrite.ca/e/bia-ferreira-brazil-w-opening-act-rommel-tickets-790686874727 Axé & Saravah present Bia Ferreira from Brazil - show Faminta Celebrating Black History Month Opening act Rommel Friday, February 23rd 2024 at Queen St. Fare Doors at 8pm Rommel at 8:30pm Bia at 9pm Early bird tkts: $10 $15 in advance / more at the door "Free limited tickets for Brazilian newcomers" Bia Ferreira is a Brazilian singer, composer, multi-instrumentalist and activist. Her music, which she defines as "MMP — Música de Mulher Preta," discusses topics such as feminism, anti-racism and homophobia. She makes music that harnesses a combination of funky beats, reggae and soulful ballad grooves while lyrically pushing her listeners toward the discomfort that generates "movemente,” or action. Her lyrics have been described as "escrevivência,” a term Conceição Evaristo uses to “tell our stories from our perspectives.” It represents the subjectivity of a Black woman in Brazilian society. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 24th, 2024 AT 2:30 - 9 PM Hip Hop Workshop & Mini Hip Hop Battle w/ Fines @Bronson Centre 211 Bronson Ave. Event: https://fb.me/e/49FvqFwRn Tickets: Tickets · $35 - $45www.eventbrite.ca/e/moov-ottawa-presents-hip-hop-workshop-mini-dance-battle-with-fines-tickets-806422129297 Moov is back in the city for a quick second to bring on a dope workshop by another Canadian respected artist - Kevin "Fines Birung” from Toronto! And, we’ll be bringing him out to judge a mini battle as well! ABOUT: Born in Metro Manila, Philippines and raised in Scarborough, Ontario, Kevin is an individual who pairs his natural dance talent with artistic development and has become one of the best to represent Hip Hop dancers in Toronto within his current generation. Having begun his training during his early teens, Kevin went on to teach at various studios and co-founded a dance conglomerate for younger dancers by the name of IGIWA. He was soon after discovered by Dreamwalker Dance Company and was selected to be a part of the Soulpepper Theatre/Young Centre of Performing Arts Emerging Artist Program as a mentee. After receiving scholarships and notable recognition from the likes of Movement Lifestyle, Young Lions Dance Company, he went on to continue his studies at OCADU University for Sculpture & Installation while joining choreography based team C2 Genesys to compete and claim local and international titles. Following his time contributing and participating in Toronto’s choreography circuit, Kevin honed in his focus on Hip Hop as street style dance. Pursuing dance in the form of individual practice, he gained notability and numerous titles in Canadian competitions and events such as; Fired Up Still, Millennium Funk’n Battle, Parks N’ Wreck, Da Reunion, Kiff Your Style, KOD, Red Bull Dance Your Style, Under Pressure and House of Paint. Today, Kevin aims to share his practice of embodying a combination of his mental and physical understanding of the body and its application through culture of Hip Hop, while playing his part in cultivating and preserving the rich history of Canadian street style dance. ---------------------- PART #1 Hip Hop workshop (Open/Intermediate Level) Welcoming those who have some experience who would like a push! Date: Saturday February 24th, 2024 Time: 230-430PM (2 hours) Location: Room 221 (2nd floor) Info: This workshop is catered to those who have some Hip Hop experience to the seasoned dancer. If you have no experience and still want challenge yourself, get ready to werk! Expect drills, fundamental exploration and more. ——————- PART #2 Mini Hip Hop Battle Date: Saturday February 24th, 2024 Time: 5-7PM (right after the workshop) Location: Room 103 Info: This is a mini 1vs1 battle welcoming all those to join who took the workshop. Please note that this event is a combined workshop and mini battle event. Tickets to spectate will not be sold as this space is for the workshop students only to apply their learning. This event will especially hold space for the BIPOC community. Judge: Fines MC: Effect Music: Hip Hop (all eras) Prize: 50% of the pot ——————- Prices: Join the Workshop & Battle: $35 CAD (By January 31st) $45 CAD (February 1st to February 23rd) $50 CAD (Day-of / exact cash only / only if we don’t sell out before) If you purchase the workshop, you will automatically have access to the battle and be signed up to participate. No need to pay extra! Notes: -A small Eventbrite fee will be added to the cost on registration -Moov Ottawa Dance’s policies are in full effect (www.moovottawa.com) -No refunds - all sales are final and help with bringing Fines to our city ---------------------- How to register? Register via Eventbrite QUESTIONS: Contact Alea at alea@moovottawa.com SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 24th, 2024 AT 3 PM Saloon Dion @The Records Centre 1103 Wellington St. W Event: https://fb.me/e/7vfTTZfoP Saloon Dion is delighted to back at The Record Centre with our merry mix of classic country, swing, blues, vintage pop, along with a few originals. Featuring the talents of Ann Downey (bass & voice), Vince Halfhide (guitar & voice) and Gerri Trimble (voice). SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 24th, 2024 AT AT 6:30 PM - 12 AM Music.Art.Ppl Presents Aurora 345 Richmond Road Event: https://fb.me/e/h6TNKJBfp Tickets: Tickets · $25.57 - $41.22www.eventbrite.ca/e/musicartppl-presents-aurora-tickets-808066337167 Join us on Saturday February 24th as Music.Art.Ppl presents Aurora - A Celebration of Light. As the days get longer as we approach the coming of spring we would like to invite you to come celebrate the light with us for our very special showcase event, Aurora. Come dance under the northern lights and feel the solar winds on your cheeks. Learn new dance moves and connect with the community. Join us for this special alcohol free evening as we celebrate the light. Performing throughout the night will be the incredible Circus Arts Collective, Cirquonscient. Bringing their full aerial rig we can expect dazzling displays of movement and expression. Musically we have a very special night planned with a live set from the enigmatic Kakaow. KaKaow is a psychedelic and funk infused multi-instrumentalist, producer, composer, performer and creator from Kingston. Receiving numerous awards, KaKaow has established himself as a leader in the Canadian music scene. His music takes you on a funk filled journey through the cosmos, brandishing the power of dance rhythms, gritty bass music, and searing guitar. KaKaow is an up and coming contemporary Indigenous artist not to be missed. We are delighted to also welcome the multi talented musician, DJ, singer-songwriter and movement artist Queenyy. Queenyy takes listeners on a journey across the world through an extensive series of rhythms.We’re excited to have her for a headlining DJ set as we warming up the space with an 'Intuitive Movement.' ritual to kick things off. Queenyy’s passion about music, traveling and dance has allowed her to excel when it comes to discovering, selecting, and mixing underground electronic global sounds across multi-genres. Don’t miss her set and Intuitive dance glass to kick things off. For live visuals we welcome Rsponsv to light up the night and take us on a journey of movement and motion with his magnetic productions. He’ll have some students from the Le Cite College of Visual Arts for support. Sarah C O’Neill will join us to create a canvas and paint live for the event. Sarah is a local artist in Ottawa who is talented at design, sculpting, motion graphics, woodburning and more. We can't wait to see what she creates under the night sky. Musical support throughout the evening will be provided by MAP Resident Djs, aka Jfun, Pithra & Nikoli. **Please note this is a non alcoholic event. Tasty beverages will be sold including kombucha. Snacks and light food will be available for purchase. Be sure and arrive early to enjoy the Intuitive Movement Dance Class at 7pm and connect with the community. Event ends at midnight. Families are welcome. Children under 12 free and teenager rate available. Please ensure that children have adequate hearing protection. In consideration for the artists no refunds will be allowed for this show. Bios: Cirquoscient: Cirquoscient is a collective of Ottawa based circus artists with a desire to promote creative expression and awareness of contemporary cultural and social topics interpretatively through circus and other art forms. They are fresh off two sold out shows and are excited to light up the skies. Learn more here: https://www.cirquonscient.com/ KaKaow: KaKaow is a psychedelic and funk infused multi-instrumentalist, producer, composer, performer and creator. Receiving the Creators Award at the 2021 Kingston Mayor’s Arts Awards, KaKaow has established himself as a leader within the local music community, striving to connect, promote and most of all create. Releasing 2021’s “Steppin’ Out” and 2022’s “Earth to Station” albums, KaKaow is solidifying his sound in a cosmic funk of psychedelic saturation, bombastic rhythms and groovy synth work. Drawing from a wide array of influences from Parliament-Funkadelic and Hendrix to K+Lab and Stickybuds, KaKaow takes you on a funk filled journey through a cosmos in your mind, making you want to get up and move. Brandishing the power of dance rhythms, gritty electronic bass, and searing guitar work, KaKaow is an up and coming contemporary Indigenous artist not to be missed. Queenyy Ottawa, Canada is home to the multi-faceted Stephanie Marcantonio, professionally known as Queenyy. Queenyy dips into three main realms when performing her artistry. She exudes her techniques as a singer-songwriter, DJ, and movement artist. She takes listeners on a journey across the world through an extensive series of rhythms. Queenyy’s passion about music, traveling and dance has allowed her to excel when it comes to discovering, selecting, and mixing underground electronic global sounds across multi-genres. Various subgenres of House and Techno, Garage, Breaks, Drum & Bass, Amapiano, Batida, Gqom and much more can be heard throughout her danceable mixes. Prioritizing her movement artistry throughout 2023, Queenyy started the year by traveling to India to study yoga and completed her 200 hour yoga teacher training certificate in Ashtanga and Vinyasa. From there, she ventured to South Africa to further carry out her studies by experimenting with African street dance. This sparked her curiosity and formed her desire to allow these creative and mindful outlets to mesh. Queenyy took this opportunity to curate a ‘yoga for dancers’ series at Soweto’s Finest Dance Studio in Johannesburg. Upon her return to Canada; Queenyy can be found playing monthly at City Afterlight, she’s taken over the decks at events such as White Rabbit at City at Night, Debaser, Amashowza and Basscamp. She’s officially launched a new offering ‘Intuitive Movement.’ An open level, unique and safe space for self-expression through movement. Teaching different techniques mainly focused on active meditation through free flow dance, while educating the authentic roots of Yoga. Queenyy continues to cultivate a unique vibe and sound that only she can deliver. http://www.queenyymusic.com/ https://www.instagram.com/queenyymusic/ Sara C O'Neill Sarah O’Neill is an Atlantic-Canadian contemporary artist living and working in Ottawa Ontario. Her figurative acrylic paintings and digital works centre on themes of the female social experience, isolation, strength and growth. Sarah contributes to the arts culture in Ottawa amidst full-time work as a graphic designer and parenting her two young children. Live painting has taken her work to the stage for the last 8 years with Art Battle Ottawa as well as fundraising for NFP organizations and events. Sarah has made a significant contribution to posterity at the Nova Scotia Community College where her portraits of local historic figures hang in the permanent collection at the Marconi Campus. https://www.sarahconeill.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sarahc_oneill MAP DJs: The MAP Djs are Jfun, Pithra, & Nikoli. With a collective experience of close to 50 years of Djing, the MAP Resident Djs understand how to make people move. Playing the best beats from across the globe expect these gents to move you into another universe with their eclectic mixes. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 24th, 2024 AT 10 PM - 2 AM White Rabbi: Rick Laplante, Sergio Pari, JovialJon @City At Night 222 Slater St. Event: https://fb.me/e/wpGmzTchZ Tickets: Tickets · $17.31 - $500cityatnightFeb2424.eventbrite.ca Ottawa's best house music DJs every Saturday from 9pm to 2am for White Rabbit inside City At Night! Check out our spin on happy hour = #HoppyHour! Every Saturday from 9pm to 10pm we offer 1/2 price admission (excl. special events) + $4 beer & bar rail, and featured DJs! - A limited quantity of tickets are available online (before 12am) - Table reservations/packages are recommended for groups and available online - Walk-ins are always available on a first-come, first-served basis. FAQ: www.cityatnight.ca/FAQ VENUE: www.cityatnight.ca SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 25th, 2024 AT 8:30 PM Marc Decho Quartet LIVE! @The Rex Hotel Jazz & Blues Bar 194 Queen St. W. Toronto, ON M5V 1Z1, CA Event: https://fb.me/e/42uTFMOsb The Quartet makes its debut performance at Canada's legendary Jazz club! we'll be performing all the music from my debut album "AAAAUM" plus i've been busy writing new tunes which we'll debut for the very first time! Toronto - Come Hang !!! Featuring: Jeremy Ledbetter - piano Marito Marques - drums Luis Deniz - alto sax MD - bass + tunes 8:30PM. 2 SETS SATURDAY, MARCH 2nd, 2024 AT 2:30 - 9 PM Locking Workshop & Mini Locking Battle w/ Tasha @Bronson Centre 211 Bronson Ave. Event: https://fb.me/e/3tjOgLa9Y Tickets: Tickets · $35 - $45www.eventbrite.ca/e/moov-ottawa-presents-locking-workshop-mini-dance-battle-with-tash-tickets-823627260307 Moov is back in the city for a quick second to bring on a dope workshop by another Canadian respected artist - "Tash" from Montreal! And, we’ll be bringing her out to judge a mini battle as well! ABOUT TASH: Natasha "Tash" Jean-Bart was born in 1971 in Montreal, Canada. She is an accomplished professional dancer, teacher and choreographer. Various companies, organizations, corporate events, theaters, competitions, and artists in development actively seek her out for her fundamental yet progressive approach to teaching, consulting, coaching, and mentoring. Her professional career spans over thirty-eight years in the performing arts, renowned for her Hip Hop dance mastery; her specialities range from a deep understanding of original street dance styles to their application within the various theatrical, battle, and commercial stages. Natasha Jean-Bart grew up alongside Hip Hop culture. She began her pilgrimage between Montreal and Los Angeles to learn myriads of street dance fundamentals, foundations and techniques in the late '90s. She was trained thoroughly by the creators and original pioneers of our street dance culture. Her teachers are non-others than the late Don "Campbellock" Campbell (Creator of the Campbellocking aka Locking Art-form, founder of The Lockers group), the late Greg "Campbellock Jr Pope (The Lockers,) Jimmy Scoo B Doo Foster (Soul Train dancer,) Damita Jo Freeman (Queen of Soul Train,) Timothy "Popin Pete" Solomon, Adolfo "Shabba Doo" Quinones (The Lockers,) the late Stephen "Skeeter Rabbit" Nichols (Electric Boogaloos) and many more. Tash is an international elite competitive judge. She held the Canadian Judge position for Hip Hop International (HHI) in 2004 and was promoted in 2005 to Head Judge duties (2005-2010.) In 2017, she was the selected Locking Judge for Juste Debout International Tour 2018 with a 15-country agenda. Since then, she has traveled extensively throughout Europe, Canada, Asia, South America, and the United States to spread knowledge and share her love of street dance art forms. In 2005, she landed a three-year contract for the original "Lady Madonna" lead role in "The Beatles LOVE" created by Cirque du Soleil at MGM Mirage in Las Vegas. She was also hired as a 'Street Dance Generalist' coach for the creation/workshop portion held at Montreal's CDS headquarters. She transitioned into an on-call Locking instructor for Cirque Du Soleil's Vegas resident shows for the last ten years. Her mandate is to maintain the 'Locking" art form at a high-performance level, which is imperative for the show's integrity both artistically and technically. In 2006, she was invited as a faculty teacher for the Elite Locking Camp hosted/produced by Greg "Campbellock Jr" Pope and organized by Frank Sams. The camp, held yearly in Las Vegas, was entrusted to her in 2014, who now runs it with her husband, Ghislain Malardier, through their Wättssoul Inc company. They rebranded the ELC camp to LAS VEGAS LOCKING CAMP (LVLC). Recently she served as a Rehearsal Director for Montreal's Ebnflōh Dance company under the artistic direction of Alexandra "Spicey" Landé. Tash is also a member of Bboyizm Dance company under the artistic direction of Yvon "Bboy Crazy Smooth) Soglo, co-produced with CCOV with the "In My Body" piece touring all across Canada and internationally from 2022 to 2024. Natasha Jean-Bart, aka "Tash", is the Co-Founder, CEO-Creative Director of Wättssoul Inc, a U.S.-based company dedicated to nurturing and empowering creativity, arts, and cultural awareness. She is often called a bridge and continues to accompany dancers throughout their careers. She is a writer who contributes to Theatre Art Life's Entertainment platform: Global Media Site, UK Hip Hop Dance Almanac “Ink Cypher” and other online publication platforms. She is the creator of TashFormula© — a Street Dance Platform designed to help and guide both teachers and students by providing history, tools, context and simple formulas to achieve mastery of the vast street dance landscape. She also serves as Artistic Consultant/Advisor in Hip Hop and gives workshops and lectures internationally. ---------------------- PART #1 Locking workshop (Open/Intermediate Level) Welcoming those who have some experience who would like a push! Date: Saturday March 2nd, 2024 Time: 230-430PM (2 hours) Location: Room 221 (2nd floor) Info: This workshop is catered to those who have some Locking experience to the seasoned dancer. If you have no experience and still want challenge yourself, get ready to werk! Expect drills, fundemental exploration and more. ——————- PART #2 Mini Locking Battle Date: Saturday March 2nd, 2024 Time: 5-7PM (right after the workshop) Location: Room 103 Info: This is a mini 1vs1 battle welcoming all those to join who took the workshop. Please note that this event is a combined workshop and mini battle event. Tickets to spectate will not be sold as this space is for the workshop students only to apply their learning. This event will especially hold space for the BIPOC community. Judge: Tash MC: Effect Music: Funk Prize: Cash prize ——————- Prices: Join the Workshop & Battle: $35 CAD (By Friday Feb. 9th, 2024 at 1159PM) EARLY BIRD $45 CAD (February 10th to March 1st) $50 CAD (Day-of / exact cash only / only if we don’t sell out before) If you purchase the workshop, you will automatically have access to the battle and be signed up to participate. No need to pay extra! To watch the Battle only: No tickets will be sold Notes: A small Eventbrite fee will be added to the cost on registration Moov Ottawa Dance’s policies are in full effect (www.moovottawa.com) No refunds - all sales are final and help with bringing Tash to our city ---------------------- How to register? Register via Eventbrite QUESTIONS: Contact Alea at alea@moovottawa.com WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6, 2024 AT 8:30 PM The Prime Rib Big Band: 7 year anniversary show!!! @Irene’s Pub 885 Bank St. Event: https://fb.me/e/4fuK6czZ9 Tickets: Ticketsbuytickets.at/irenespubandrestaurant/1127183 Celebrating 7 years of being live and swingin' at Irene's Pub!! What a fun time we've had and continue to have!! Come on out on March 6th and help us celebrate our birthday in style!! FRIDAY, MARCH 8th, 2024 AT 3 PM Women United: Celebrate Inclusive Empowerment On #InternationalWomensDay Online Event Event: https://fb.me/e/39BzFQN9Z Women United: Celebrate Inclusive Empowerment on #InternationalWomensDay FREE EVENT! Diverse perspectives unite in a celebration of women's empowerment! Join us for an enlightening gathering of expertise & inspiration. BIOS and Event Description:: Join us for 'Women United: Celebrate Inclusive Empowerment on International Women's Day, on Friday, March 8th, 2024, from 3-5 pm EST Embark on an enlightening gathering where diversity flourishes, and empowerment transcends boundaries, bringing together global women from different perspectives and areas of expertise. Be part of this inspiring event featuring nine remarkable women, each sharing their unique journeys and insights. From trailblazers in business to advocates for social change! JOIN US as we celebrate the strength, resilience, and achievements of these extraordinary individuals from all walks of life. YOU WILL WALK AWAY WITH: Inspiration & Empowerment , Insights & Wisdom, Community & Solidarity, & Commitment to Inclusivity! Together, let's unite in solidarity, break barriers, and champion inclusivity. Women United: A Celebration of Inclusive Empowerment' on International Women's Day! Friday, March 8th, 2024, from 3-5 pm EST Secure your spot now (via Eventbrite Link) and be part of this transformative celebration! Zoom link will be provided after registration! ALL ARE WELCOME! #WomenUnited #InclusiveEmpowerment #IWD2024 #InternationalWomensDay #Business Happy International Women's Day! Moderator: Ingrid Windsor Joseph Ingrid Windsor, a dynamic neurodivergence coach, founder of the Finding Your North Star Autism Summit, and dedicated mother of a child with autism, blends her lived experience with expertise. An internationally acclaimed poet, best-selling author, and skilled boxer, she's the visionary founder of the Finding Your North Star Autism Summit. As Nelson Mandela's sole international artist in residence, Ingrid Windsor, with training from Harvard and York University's faculties of education, is also an interactive multimedia specialist, project manager, with AI certification. Recognized as an advanced mental health service provider by Autism Ontario, Ingrid Windsor brings a holistic approach to empower and uplift neurodiverse communities worldwide. Contact Ingrid Windsot at: linkedin.com/in/ingrid-windsor-joseph-94856a244 . Panelist Bios: Ellen Khadeer Ellen Khadeer holds a Master's Degree in Transformative Leadership from University of Maryland Integrative Health, is a certified health coach, seasoned massage therapist and is a devoted single mother and grandmother. Contact Ellen at: www.thirdstagechick.com & ellen928@thirdstagechick.com. Cindy Bidel Parente Cindy Parente’s impressive journey from being a pioneering presence on Wall Street in NY and London to transitioning to a lifelong dedication to early childhood education has spanned over 30 years. Her passion for Every New Baby is to empower Every New Mom how to nurture intelligence from the start. There are universal truths she shares and has already reached thousands of new families through hands-on classes. Reaching many more through her book, “Nana’s Notes: A Parenting Primer: The Manual for Every New Baby”, she continues her mission of nurturing and empowering new families with her upcoming series, “Unlock Parenting Joy: Embrace Playful Learning and Watch Genius Bloom”. Contact Cindy at: NanaApprovedLLC@gmail.com. Sue Bradley Sue Bradley, BSN, M.Ed., Licensed Massage Therapist, and Spiritual Life Coach is an internationally recognized speaker. With a fervor for learning and a dedication to personal transformation, she's empowering women through her One Year Shero's Journey program. Sue weaves metaphor, symbology, visualization, and story into her teachings, creating a transformative and inclusive space for women worldwide. Contact Sue at: sue@suebradleycoaching.com ; suebradleycoaching.com : linkedin.com/in/sue-b-7a3b4829b Carmen McNeil-Clinkscales, A.A., B.S., M.A., Ph. DThe Girl Dad Coach Dr. Carmen McNeil-Clinkscales, a seasoned Facilitator, Educator, and Period of Empowerment™ Guide, holds a Ph.D. in Psychology and boasts over 25 years of teaching and counseling. A tenured professor, featured speaker, and advocate, she empowers girls and women, leading transformative workshops including Power to the Period™ and Fearless Father-Daughter Talks™. Contact Dr. Carmen at: www.periodofempowerment.com info@drcarmenmcneil.com . Jackie Dickens Walker As an Intentional Eating Coach and Navy Veteran, she specializes in teaching individuals how to ditch diets and find freedom by embracing a balanced approach to weight loss. Empowering her clients to foster a healthy relationship with food, making informed food choices, listening to their body, and achieving lasting results. Contact Jackie at: https://www.facebook.com/Eatyourbestlife . Alicia Benjamin Alicia Benjamin, a dedicated Transitions Coach, empowers women going through major life changes. With 20+ years of leadership experience in Banking, Education, Training, and Healthcare Insurance, she founded Path2Change Coaching. Certified as a Personal and Executive Coach (CPEC) and a Project Management Professional (PMP). By providing the right tools and support, she fosters strength and resilience, guiding clients to new paths and purpose. Contact Alcia at: abenjamin@path2change.com;www.facebook.com/Path2ChangeCoaching: www.linkedin.com/in/albenjamin . Jamie Michel Jamie Michel, your Transformational Money Coach. With a passion for financial education, Jamie creates a safe, judgment-free space for Women+ ready to transform their financial landscape. Whether you're navigating economic uncertainty or aiming for financial independence, Jamie's personalized guidance ensures a journey tailored to your unique circumstances. Join Jamie on the path to financial success – where inclusion, understanding, and empowerment redefine the way we approach money. Contact Jamie at : jamie4re@gmail.com. Vanessa Coburn Vanessa Coburn is an esteemed educator, a women's confidence coach and the proud owner of Vanessa Coburn Coaching. With over three decades devoted to educating and nurturing young minds, Vanessa's passion extends beyond the classroom. Recognizing the transformative power of confidence, she embarked on a mission to empower compassionate women to find and unleash their voices and live with balance, purpose, and joy. Vanessa is committed to creating a world where all women are living their very best lives! Born in Nicaragua and immigrating to the U.S. in 1983, Vanessa's journey is one of resilience and determination. In her downtime, she enjoys spending quality time with family and friends and reading and expanding her knowledge. Contact Vanessa at: www.vanessacoburn.com and https://www.facebook.com/vanessacoburncoaching. SATURDAY, MARCH 9, 2024 AT 8 PM Cuban Jazz Night w/ Miguel de Armas Quartet @Meridian Theatres at Centrepointe 109 Centrepointe Dr., Ottawa Event: https://fb.me/e/3pZVHQiW1 Tickets: Ticketsmeridiancentrepointe.com/en/Cuban-Jazz-Night Join Ottawa’s jazz pianist and composer Miguel De Armas for a show like no other. Enjoy his unique sounds as he weaves strands of Cuban and American jazz influences in a compellingly eclectic way. Born in Havana, Cuba, Miguel studied at the Conservatory Amadeo Roldan and graduated from the Instituto Superior de Arte with a Bachelor in Cuban Percussion. For over a decade, he toured with this band around the world and performed at world-class Jazz Festivals such as the North Sea, Montreaux, Nice, Nantes, Normandia, Couleur Café, Barranquijazz, and Río de Janeiro Film Festival, among others. Jazz fans, this is for you! FRIDAY, MARCH 8, 2024 AT 5 PM - MARCH 10 AT 11 PM Pique Spring Edition ’24 @Arts Court 67 Nicholas St. Event: https://fb.me/e/7bVA5CFv8 Tickets: Tickets · $27.96 - $54.58www.eventbrite.ca/e/pique-spring-edition-2024-tickets-820477719947 Pique is back with the spring edition opener of its 2024 season bringing groundbreaking international and Canadian artists to the Arts Court in downtown Ottawa. For the first time, Pique will present a multi-day edition of its acclaimed music and art festival series happening on March 8–10, 2024. Transforming the Arts Court into a dynamic venue-wide celebration, Pique is a seasonal showcase of underground and avant-garde performance, visual art, and more. The 2024 Pique spring edition is all about experimentation, exploration and expecting the unexpected. Many of the artists featured at the spring edition are innovators in their own right, bending genres, trailblazing new technologies, or delving deeper into unexplored capabilities. While this edition invites audience members to challenge themselves and listen deeply, there are still plenty of opportunities for silliness and celebration. Charting a course that explores both mind and body, thinking and acting, Pique spring edition offers a full range of creative possibilities. The all-ages festival will present more than 15 artists across 7 stages and exhibition spaces, including groundbreaking audio/visual performances, DJ sets, performance art, exhibitions, and more. Tickets to Pique are pay-what-you-can, and the Pique live stream is free to watch online. Admission is SLIDING SCALE with a suggested contribution of $25-$50. To purchase a ticket below or above the suggested sliding scale, please register for our pay-what-you-can ticket program: https://forms.gle/gTH1PMui7vxF5VMu7 PLEASE NOTE that while a tickets gains you access to the festival, each individual venue space within is subject to capacity, and your ticket does not guarantee you access to each performance. Consult the schedule and arrive early to the stage to ensure you catch the performance(s) you want to see! Registration to the Topique forum is free with a ticket to Pique, but each session is subject to limited capacity restrictions. Registration opening soon! The event is ALL AGES and licensed. Visit thisispique.com for more info. FEATURING... Chady Tam-Tam & Queenyy digital polyglot Dimitri Georgaras Echönymphia G L O W Z I Jesse Stewart LuCille Maria Chávez Marita Isobel Solberg Maylee Todd N'nerjie NORDTING TUSH Val Jeanty Zineb Allaoui PLUS the return of TOPIQUE symposium! Stay tuned for the programming announcement! SATURDAY, MARCH 9, 2024 AT 9 PM Atlantis Jazz Ensemble @Irene’s Pub 34 Regent St. Event: https://fb.me/e/52amPESVb Tickets: https://buytickets.at/irenespubandrestaurant/1103332 The Atlantis Jazz Ensemble is back at Irene's Pub for a firey night of deep soulful jazz. Personnel: Ed Lister - trumpet Zakari Frantz - alto sax Pierre Chrétien - electric piano Chris Pond - double bass Mike Essoudry - drums WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13, 2024 AT 9 PM Atlantis Jazz Ensemble @Minotaure 3 Rue Kent, Gatineau, Qc. J8X 3J8 Event: https://fb.me/e/9nPbpVFVK Tickets: Ticketslepointdevente.com/billets/amb240313001 The Atlantis Jazz Ensemble takes over Minotaure for a fiery night of deep soulful jazz. Personnel: Ed Lister - trompette et flugelhorn Zakari Frantz - sax alto Pierre Chrétien - piano électrique Chris Pond - contrebasse Mike Essoudry - batterie FRIDAY, MARCH 15, 2024 AT 8 PM Lisa LeBlanc w/ The NAC Orchestra @NAC 1 Elgin St. Event: https://fb.me/e/3tLchdkot Info: https://nac-cna.ca/en/event/34754 As part of our Sessions series, NAC Popular Music & Variety is honoured to welcome Lisa Leblanc live in Southam Hall with the NAC Orchestra! In 2022, she released a new original album, Chiac Disco, shortlisted for the Polaris Prize and won two Félix awards (Recording of the Year and Pop Album of the Year) at the ADISQ gala. SATURDAY, APRIL 20, 2024 AT 9 PM - 2 AM Reggae Flavours & Vibes @OB&O African Caribbean Restaurant 3059 Carling Ave Event: https://fb.me/e/5a2kEHdPR Admission: $20.00 Join us for a night of Live Music, Good Vibes, Food, Drinks, Giveaways & A Special Raffle! Get Ready to jam to the rhythm of the Roots Movement and DJ Mike Miller & Rush SATURDAY, APRIL 20 2024 | 9:00PM - 2:00AM EST. OB&O AFRO-CARIBBEAN RESTAURANT 3059 CARLING AVE, UNIT E (BESIDE DOMINO'S PIZZA) Join us for a night of Live Music, Good Vibes, Food, Drinks, Giveaways & A Special Raffle SATURDAY, MARCH 30, 2024 AT 9PM - 2AM School of Bass #68 @Swizzles Bar and Grill 244 Queen St. Event: https://fb.me/e/4Wl7TFnXW Techno! Drum n Bass! Jungle! And more! Come feel the bass of Bellyfull Soundsystem! Featuring: Dj Archer (Bellyfull Soundsystem) Dj Jason Skillz Pluto Palsy (Emmett O'Grady) (live performance) Dj Tampered D.N.A Dj Doc Savage Saturday March 30th 2023 Swizzles Bar & Grill 246 Queen street (basement) +19 with valid photo I.D. required, pay what you can at the door. 8:00PM - 2:00AM P.L.U.R. R.O.A.R. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3rd, 2024 AT 6:30 PM Ottawa Jazz Festival pres: Ladysmith Black Mambazo Benifit Concert & Social! @Carleton Dominion-Chalmers Centre 355 Cooper St., Ottawa Tickets: Reserved Seating: $105 General Admission: $75 (Includes a $50 tax receipt, issued after the event) BUY NOW The 44th Ottawa Jazz Festival is a little more than 4 months away. To lighten our hearts and souls after the long, dark, cold months, the Festival is delighted to present the fabled Ladysmith Black Mambazo in a Benefit Concert & Social on April 3, 2024, 6:30pm at Carleton Dominion-Chalmers Centre (355 Cooper St. on the corner of Cooper and O’Connor Streets). For 60 years, South Africa’s five-time Grammy Award winners, Ladysmith Black Mambazo has warmed the hearts of audiences worldwide with uplifting vocal harmonies, signature dance moves and charming onstage banter. Paul Simon’s 1987 Graceland album introduced the iconic group to the world. “It isn’t merely the grace and power of their dancing or the beauty of their [Ladysmith Black Mambazo] singing that rivets the attention, but the sheer joy and love that emanates from their being.” – Paul Simon Founded by Joseph Shabalala in 1960, the three elements of the group’s name comes from the founder’s hometown of Ladysmith, the black ox (considered to be the strongest farm animal), and mambazo, which means axe in Zulu (symbolic of the choir's ability to "chop down" the competition) – Wikipedia. The late former South African President Nelson Mandela designated the group “South Africa’s cultural ambassadors to the world,” a title the members carry with them with the highest honour. “Undulating rhythmic phrases that push and pull … harmonizing that is both ethereal and earthy.” – World Music, UK Ladysmith Black Mambazo has performed for millions of people, singing a message of peace, love and harmony. With their 2024 release, Soothe My Soul…Songs From Our South African Church, the group puts their own spin on gospel music. The Social includes complimentary canapés, a cash bar and mystery martinis with exciting gift items! Mystery Martini packages may contain anything from restaurant vouchers, gift baskets, trips, spa & salon outings, merchandise, adventure packages and so much more. You just never know, it’s a special mystery – just for you! Doors open & Social at 6:30pm Benefit Concert at 8pm THURSDAY, MAY 2, 2024 AT 8 PM - 11 PM Annie-Claude Deschenes (+TBA) @SAW Centre 67 Nicholas St. Event: https://fb.me/e/1uTwO7IAw Tickets: Tickets · $17.31 - $22.63www.eventbrite.ca/e/annie-claude-deschenes-tickets-811735271047 Multidisciplinarity is an integral part of Annie-Claude Deschênes’ creative process, who continues her perpetual personal quest of uniting music and performance art by bending the pre-established conventions of stage presence. A key figure on the Montreal independent music scene for almost twenty years, she made her mark as a singer, musician, songwriter, performer and visual artist with Duchess Says and PyPy, two bands that are renowned as much for their electrifying performances as for their artistic sensibility. Her exploratory approach to staging and sound design takes a new direction with the genesis of this solo project: the urgency that characterizes her work remains, but frustration and aggression give way to introspection and vulnerability. Annie-Claude Deschênes explores and reinvents herself under her own name, driven by a constant need to create outside her comfort zone. Inspired by minimal pop and the pioneers of electronic music, Les manières de table, her first solo album due out in spring 2024, is as danceable and melodic as it is disquieting and dystopian, proposing to set the table differently by deconstructing the social codes of politeness imposed on us. https://www.bonsound.com/en/artist/annie-claude-deschenes/ All ages / licensed event. For detailed accessibility info, visit: https://www.debaser.ca/event/annie-claude-deschenes FRIDAY, MAY 10, 2024 AT 8PM Mary Ancheta Quartet @NAC Fourth Stage 1 Elgin St. Tickets: Buy tickets Mary Ancheta Quartet is based out of Vancouver, BC. Keyboardist Mary Ancheta is a Canadian / Filipina artist who steps into the spotlight with her genre-bending, organic, modern take on jazz and electro-funk. Inspired by the likes of Squarepusher, The Meters, John Scofield, and Prince, Ancheta knows what’s up when it comes to arresting melodies and irresistible grooves with Trent Otter on drums, Dominic Conway on sax, and Matt Reid on bass. Encompassing her experience in film scoring, Ancheta seeks to tap into raw-fuelled moments favouring grittiness over perfection. The Mary Ancheta Quartet will perform songs from their highly anticipated debut EP, Level Up. Last summer, they played on the Mainstage to Jazz Festival audiences all across Canada alongside Herbie Hancock, George Benson, Sun Ra Arkestra, Domi & JD Beck, Melody Gardot, and more. Links: maryancheta.com @maryancheta MaryAnchetaMusic... Spotify YouTube THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2024 AT 8 PM OMIC: 5th Annual Capital Music Awards 2024 @Bronson Centre Music Theatre 211 Bronson Ave. The Ottawa Music Industry Coalition (OMIC) is thrilled to announce nomination process for the 5th Annual Capital Music Awards (CMAs) is now open until February 19th, 2024. Since 2020, thanks to investment from the City of Ottawa as well as numerous public and private sponsors, the Ottawa Music Industry Coalition has presented the CMAs to recognize music creators, performers, and entrepreneurs who contribute to Ottawa’s flourishing music sector. This 5th edition of the awards will spotlight some of the region’s finest musical talent, promoting Ottawa’s music industry to the rest of Canada and beyond. With three new categories added this year, the 2024 CMAs will once again be the year’s premiere gathering of hardworking music industry professionals. Kinaxis—a global leader in supply chain management solutions headquartered in Ottawa—is the inaugural presenting sponsor of the 5th Annual Capital Music Awards (CMAs). This groundbreaking partnership marks a significant milestone in the intersection of Ottawa arts and the private sector. Affirming Kinaxis’ dedication to investing in the future of Ottawa music, this partnership reflects a collective commitment to economic growth, sustainability, and cultural richness in the Ottawa region by unifying the leadership missions of Kinaxis and the Ottawa Music Industry Coalition. Anyone based in the Ottawa-Gatineau region is eligible to be recognized with an award, however, only OMIC members in good standing are eligible to submit nominations. Music professionals who wish to become new OMIC members can access a promotional code through any nomination form at www.ottawamic.com/cma. All 13 categories will be vetted by juries composed of industry professionals. Five (5) categories will then be decided by public vote. All winners will be announced during the awards ceremony on May 16th, 2024, at the Bronson Centre Music Theatre. Those who cannot attend can watch the livestream produced by Kilam Media online. Reserve tickets now at ottawamic.com/cma as the event is likely to sell out. Early Bird pricing of $15 for OMIC members and $20 for non-members is available until March 25th. A limited number of VIP Experience $100 tickets are already 50% sold out. 2024 Capital Music Awards Categories: Nominations are open until February 19th, 2024 at 4:59 pm ET. Album of the Year Solo Artist of the Year Group of the Year Songwriter of the Year Best Production and Arrangements Community Impact Award Single of the Year (+public vote) Newcomer of the Year (+public vote) Video of the Year (+public vote) Live Music Venue of the Year (+public vote) *new this year! Live Music Curator of the Year (+public vote) *new this year! Music Educator of the Year *new this year! Sound Engineer of the Year For more information on eligibility and how to nominate, please visit www.ottawamic.com/cma. Join us for the 5th annual Capital Music Awards, celebrating and acknowledging the incredible achievements of Ottawa's music creatives and entrepreneurs. Following 2 consecutive years of sold-out shows, we highly recommend you get your tickets now! Tickets: Early bird (until Monday, March 25, 11:59 PM ET): $15 OMIC members, $20 non-members Regular price: $25 OMIC members, $30 non-members Tickets at door: $30 OMIC members, $35 non-members (if available) VIP Experience - $100 (see below) A limited number of VIP Experience tickets are available to the public, granting exclusive access to the pre-show mixer where you'll get to mingle with nominees, performers, presenters, media, sponsors, and VIPs. Plus, you will be given a backstage tour and will have professional photos taken in the same style as the CMA winners. Catering and champagne will be provided! In case you missed it: Early Bird Tickets for the 5th annual Capital Music Awards on May 16th, 2024 at the Bronson Centre are live! Secure your tickets at this special price before they sell out: $15 for OMIC members, $20 for non-members. Mark you calendars: Nominations for all categories—including two new categories— open this coming Thursday, January 25th! Visit our website for up-to-date Capital Music Awards announcements. Streaming! Catch me on twitch.tv/lifeboogie *when possible -Tuesday | 20h Open Format -Thursday | 20h | Jazz - Funk - Disco - Soul - Afro - Latin - Reggae + stuff -Saturday | 20h | Disco - Nu Disco - Deep House - Nujazz - Future Funk - Broken Beat + Good Vibes + -Open format pop ups Socials / Archive: Instagram / Twitch: @lifeboogie Fecesbook: https://www.facebook.com/djtrevorwalker MixCloud: https://www.mixcloud.com/trevor-walker4/ SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/trevorlifeboogiewalker |
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