Music
Acclaimed Jamaican singer brings positive vibes to Manitoba
Singer-songwriter Luciano has propelled his decades-long career – which includes hit singles in the UK and in his home country – with an unflinching dedication to a ‘conscious’ sound, promoting love and unity in a way that connects listeners around the world. Continue reading
‘They miss this stop’: Okanagan venues woo performers with local tour
By Megan Turcato North Okanagan Video Journalist
This week Okanagan venues have invited booking agents and concert promoters from across Canada to tour local facilities. Continue reading
Oakland, Ont. country singer granted wish to record song, have it played on Country 104
By Kelly Wang Reporter/Operator
For McKenzie, music is a way to express herself, but she plays all her music by ear because she can’t see the notes. Continue reading
Young Garth Brooks fan gets pulled up on stage during Regina concert
Country music star Garth Brooks pulls young fan on stage after reading a sign that hit close to home. Continue reading
Saskatoon pianist competing in National Music Festival
By Nathaniel Dove Digital Broadcast Journalist
Some of Canada’s best young talent in classical music came to Saskatoon to compete in the National Music Festival. Continue reading
Wet weather playing role in 40th annual Edmonton Folk Festival
More rain than usual has forced organizers at the Edmonton Folk Music Festival to make some changes. Continue reading
‘He’s on the right path’: 8-year old B.C. boy gets surprise of a lifetime at guitar lesson
By Kristen Robinson Reporter / Producer
Saahyl Sharma thought he was going to Surrey’s Tom Lee Music store to practice his guitar skills. Instead, the eight-year-old got a surprise lesson in the power of humanity. Continue reading
Area 506 festival kicks off fourth year in Saint John
By Andrew Cromwell Digital Broadcast Journalist
The music, food and craft events take place amid dozens of shipping containers along the Saint John waterfront. Continue reading
UPDATE: Theft of road signs in Sicamous, B.C., leads town to remake Old Town Road music video
The song Old Town Road is currently listed at No. 1 on Billboard’s Top 100 charts. Continue reading
A look at the Canadian Indigenous artists performing at the 2019 Calgary Folk Music Festival
For festival artistic director Kerry Clarke, having Indigenous artists take the stage is important because they “represent the founding peoples of this country.” Continue reading