ADVANCE, Canada’s Black Music Business Collective, has released a study highlighting the value of Black music in Canada and the barriers faced by Black Canadian musicians and music professionals. Black music has been a driving force in the global music industry, and Canada is no exception. From the soulful melodies of R&B, to the smooth vibes of Reggae and Afrobeats, to the energetic beats of Hip-hop, Black artists have significantly contributed to the nation’s vibrant music scene. While Drake and The Weeknd have been leading the charge when it comes to the global appeal of Black Canadian music, there are…
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Billboard music producer executive, Terry “T-Nyce” Opoku, says Canadian record labels and Black artists in Canada need the right A&R’s and a stronger pipeline to the U.S. in order to be successful. Republished with permission from the author. To those who have ears, let them listen! I’ve been having conversations with my fellow Black colleagues regarding our Black artists here in Canada. It’s quite interesting, I must say. But I feel like we are at a space where only we (the Black folks) can tell our story. I highly suggest Black artists should have Black A&R’s helping to guide, shape,…
In this opinion piece, Rose-Ingrid Benjamin says the same rules don’t apply to Black people in the case of Breonna Taylor. Last week, Breonna Taylor’s killers were found to not be legally at fault for her death. Instead, the judge claimed the fault lay with her boyfriend for shooting first. This is all despite the fact that the officers in question burst into their home erroneously and without warning. Despite the fact that Breonna and her partner lived in an open-carry state. I suppose the American value of self-defense was never meant to apply to the melanated. Sleeping while Black…
Artist and producer Denise De’ion teams up with fellow Toronto native EverythingOShauN for her new summer banger “Boomerang”. On her latest single, Juno Award winning producer and artist Denise De’ion teams up with a fellow hometown hero, EverythingOShauN for a perfect summer banger. Similar to most of De’ion’s music, “Boomerang” doesn’t shy away from displaying her playful side, which makes it a great addition to summer playlists. The infectious chorus, “Throw it back back back like a boomerang” plays on the title of the song, along with Denise’s signature quirky production. Listeners are bound to start moving their bodies, while…
Yonis Hassan, Noah ‘40’ Shebib and Jermyn Creed of the Justice Fund recently hosted the OVO Social Justice Summit recap in Toronto. Andrea Butters takes a look at what went down. In the heart of Toronto’s creative scene, the Justice Fund co-founded by Yonis Hassan, Noah ‘40’ Shebib and Jermyn Creed, is making waves with its transformative efforts. Focused on empowering communities, the Justice Fund has three strategic priorities that underline their commitment to social justice―supporting community-led initiatives, reforming philanthropy, and creating essential community infrastructure. Recently, the Justice Fund hosted an electrifying event that seamlessly merged live performances with thought-provoking…
Puma Golf x Duvin teamed up with PGA golfer Rickie Fowler for a new Summer ’23 collab featuring a sneaker, golf shirt, bucket hat and pants. Duvin Design Co., the internet’s go-to beach brand, and PUMA Golf, a leader in golf innovation, design and style, are pleased to unveil their second collaboration with PGA Tour Pro Rickie Fowler on a unique capsule collection titled “Purveyors of Leisure”, available starting June 21st exclusively on PUMAGolf.com and DuvinDesign.com. Following the success of the trio’s first collaboration last year, Duvin, PUMA Golf and Fowler have teamed up once again on a vibrant summer…
The festival’s music, arts and culture events across Toronto celebrate what summer sounds like and marks the genre’s historic milestone anchored by a live concert. Billed as Manifesto Presents: The Block Party, Manifesto 2023 includes headliners Aminé and Saukrates, and more. Here’s your Manifesto Festival lineup and ticket info. The Manifesto festival of music, arts and culture delivers a historic week-long lineup of events August 7th-13 that celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop through an African diasporic lens, anchored by a blockbuster live concert experience powered by The Block on Friday August 11th at RBC Echo Beach in Toronto.…
CityTV has announced Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent, an extension of the popular TV franchise, is coming to the network in Spring 2024. Citytv today announces the all-new, one-hour crime drama , an adaptation of the legendary Law & Order brand, slated to air on Citytv in Spring 2024. Produced by Lark Productions and Cameron Pictures Inc., in association with Citytv, Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent consists of 10 one-hour episodes, with production taking place this fall in Toronto. Based on the classic series created by Dick Wolf for Universal Television, Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent will…
Rising Toronto music stable BEATCAVE inks new distribution deal with Believe Music Canada in support of Toronto Area artists and producers. Community organization BEATCAVE has officially collaborated with Believe Music Canada, signing a label distribution deal to help independent artists and producers in the Greater Toronto Area get more exposure. Artists from Toronto, Brampton, Pickering, Scarborough and beyond, will have access to music resources and services through the different stages of their development, from domestic releases to international campaign management, with Believe’s digital expertise and relationships with major distribution platforms. At a time when Toronto’s music scene has been poorly…
Looking for Caribbean food to sink your teeth in? Here are five of the best Toronto Caribbean restaurants to try this ByBlacks Restaurant Week. It’s time to elevate Caribbean food in Canada! From May 15 to May 21, foodies from across Canada can experience the-best-of-the-best in Caribbean cuisine. Brought to you by ByBlacks.com, this event not only celebrates the artistry and creativity of Caribbean cuisine, but it also highlights the contributions of Caribbean chefs to the Canadian culinary landscape. Get your hands on Caribbean favourites like jerk chicken, plantain bowls or Brownstewed Snapper and black cake at a special discounted…
The A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie tour made a stop in Toronto as the Harlem rapper performed in front of a sold out crowd at Coca-Cola Coliseum. Yesterday, Bronx-bred rapper A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie brought his highly anticipated Me Vs. Myself Tour to Toronto for a sold-out show at the Coca-Cola Coliseum. Crowned by the New York Times as “the most promising young rapper the city has produced in some time”, A Boogie certainly delivered an energetic live show while staying true to his unique melodic sound. Rapper Bouba Savage kicked things off delivering a high energy performance, followed by the Prince of N.Y J.I performing…
In BMF Season 3 news, Starz has announced Grammy winners 2 Chainz and Ne-Yo will be joining the cast of the hit series. STARZ announced today that multi-hyphenate Grammy Award winners 2 Chainz (The Enforcer) and NE-YO (Dance Monsters, Hip-Hop Family Christmas Wedding) have joined the third season of its hit drama series BMF in recurring roles. This casting exemplifies how the gritty period drama has carved out cultural resonance for a modern audience by attracting some of the biggest names in entertainment. 2 Chainz and NE-YO join the series’ impressive guest star roster that has previously included Eminem, Serayah,…
