

Indigenous Artist Development Program
MNB is launching a new pilot project aimed at Indigenous musicians. The initiative, sponsored by Mi’kmaq Hip Hop artist Wolf Castle, was created to provide one emerging Indigenous artist from New Brunswick with the tools, support and guidance to achieve a new musical project. One recipient will be chosen by an all-indigenous jury and will receive a $3000 grant to complete a music-based project. Artists can propose a project before January 29. +++ info >

SURVEY · SONDAGE
We know that 2020 has been rough and that the jury’s still out on 2021, and we’d like to know how we can help! We have a 5-minute survey to gauge the current mood of the NB music community. // On sait que 2020 n’a pas été facile et que 2021 n’a pas commencé comme on l’espérait tous. On aimerait savoir comment on peut vous aider! On a un sondage de 5 minutes environ, pour évaluer comm ent la communauté musicale du NB se sent à l’heure actuelle. +++ info >



Drone Doom Duo Alexander
Comprised of Kyle Alexander McDonald (Voices, Bass, Sub Synth, and FX) of Canadian mantra doom band ZAUM and Jörg Alexander Schneider (Drums, Percussion) of German free jazz band Jealousy Mountain Duo, the funeral drone twosome known as Alexander have a new video to share for their track “Runes” off their debut album “I”, released this past October via Superbob Records. +++ info >

Nouvel extrait du groupe Spoutnique
Spoutnique essaie de débuter l’année 2021 du bon pied en vous proposant un « radio edit » de sa chanson Aviateur parût sur l’album Solace. Une chanson planante et groovy qui fera du bien dans les écouteurs lorsqu’on fera la file pour aller chercher son épicerie. L’année 2020 a été une année de bons coups pour Spoutnique avec des nominations pour l’album SOLACE aux Prix Musique Nouveau-Brunswick, aux Prix East Coast Music Awards ainsi qu’aux Prix GAMIQ. +++ info >

New Single Release – 45 Floor
45 Floor, Dan Verner’s latest collab with Nick Fowler (aka FWLR) was released last week and pushes the envelope of indie-pop music by combining piano-based indie songwriting with modern electronic production. It’s a must listen for your January 2021 new release radar! +++ info >

SSI Soundstage
Sound Specialists Inc.(SSI) is looking to partner with bands to provide an avenue for bands to play together in a safe and social distance manner. Full audio, video and lighting production is provided to stream live. For more information or booking availability please contact us on all our social media, click the “Book Today” button on our website or email soundstage@ssiaudio.com +++ info >

UNB workshops focus on musician wellness
The UNB Conservatory is hosting online workshops that promote mental and physical health of musicians. In Performance Anxiety, participants will understand the science behind stage fright and will develop coping strategies to foster strong mental performance. In Movement for Musicians, participants will experience guided exercises in Feldenkrais Method, an awareness-based movement therapy. +++ info >

The NEW 2021 Jane LeBlanc Music Award
The Jane LeBlanc Foundation has created an award for New Brunswick resident composer-singers or composer-singers who are also musicians to assist them in the recording and mastering of one of their original songs (must be ready for finishing) as well as helping them to create their album art and brand to distribute their mastered track to all online music platforms. +++ info >

TOUT SIMPLEMENT COUNTRY
Sur l’émission Tout simplement country de samedi le 16 janvier 2021, trois artistes du nouveau-Brunswick partagent la scène pour un special bluegrass; Andy Bast, Paul Hebert et Dominic Cormier. Pour sa part, Andy Bast interprétera deux compositions originales en plus de s’offrir un duo avec la talentueuse Guylaine Tanguay. +++ info >

MA PETITE SIRÈNE
Le 1er extrait de l’auteur-compositeur-interprète Pat Robys vient d’être lancé sur différentes plateformes ainsi que sur les radios francophones.Ceci est un hommage à une artiste québécoise et aussi le début d’une histoire à raconter sur le premier album à paraitre! Le Rock Progressif est au rendez-vous dans cette extrait! +++ info >

New Single from Zachary Greer (feat. Pallmer)
Final Breath, the new single from the upcoming album The Duel combines Zachary Greer’s cinematic composition style with genre bending duo Pallmer to wonderful effect. The beautiful string work and chilling vocals are but one track in an otherwise instrumental album detailing the dark tale of New Brunswick’s last fatal duel. Look for Final Breath on Bandcamp and all streaming platforms Wednesday, January 13! +++ info >

@ THE CAP
🔴 Red Phase Updates 🔴 The best way to continue supporting The Cap during the Red Phase is to order The Cap beer, cocktails-to-go & records from thecaplive.com (link in bio) and we’re now offering FREE local delivery on ALL orders! If you’d prefer in-store pickup, The Cap Record Store will remain open with reduced hours. +++ info >

@ THÉÂTRE CAPITOL THEATRE
With Zone 1 moving into the red phase, please note that our Box Office will remain closed to visitors. However, you may reach us by phone at 856-4379 – Monday to Friday, from 9am to 4pm. // En raison du passage à la phase rouge, veuillez prendre note que la billetterie du Théâtre Capitol demeurera fermée aux visites en personne. Il est toutefois possible de nous joindre par téléphone, au 856-4379 – du lundi au vendredi, de 9 h à 16 h. +++ info >

@ CENTRE DES ARTS D’EDMUNDSTON
Voici l’infolettre des ateliers et activités artistiques à venir en janvier et en février au Centre des arts d’Edmundston. Veuillez noter que le Centre est présentement fermé au public puisque nous sommes en phase Rouge, mais que l’équipe est sur place pour prendre vos inscriptions et pour répondre à vos questions.
Pour nous rejoindre : 739-2127. +++ info >


Lo-fi Cross-cultural Creation Residency
The paid residency, which will take place from May 31 to June 9, 2021, is now accepting applications for artists of any discipline who are interested in leaving their high-tech set up behind and spending ten days surrounded by the beauty of New Brunswick’s Acadian Coast. Ten artists will be selected: three Anglophone artists, three Francophone artists, and three Indigenous artists, as well as one jury’s choice. Artists of all disciplines are welcome. +++ info >

Bourses Laetitia-Cyr – Édition 2021
Les Jeunesses Musicales Nouveau-Brunswick (JMNB) sont heureuses de vous annoncer que l’édition 2021 des Bourses Laetitia-Cyr bat son plein! En effet, par l’entremise du Fonds Laetitia-Cyr, les JMNB offriront en 2021 des bourses à des musiciens et musiciennes du Nouveau-Brunswick qui poursuivent des études avancées en musique classique. L’instrumentiste ou chanteur/chanteuse lyrique doit résider au Nouveau-Brunswick et avoir moins de 29 ans au 15 avril 2021, date limite pour la soumission des projets. +++ info >

Canada’s Music Incubator 2021
Here’s the 2021 Programs Calendar:
- Artist Entrepreneur: March 9-April 30 (Virtual); August 3-September 24
- Artist Manager: May 4 -June 11 (Virtual); October 5 November 26
- AE West: November 1-December 3
- CMI 1 On 1 (Year-Round Online)

ARTIST IN RESIDENCE · ARTISTE EN RÉSIDENCE
It’s time to apply for the Artist-in-Residence Program! The deadline is coming up on February 1st, 2021. This program is intended for New Brunswick public or private institutions and organizations that wish to host professional artists in order to enable them to pursue specific projects relating to their creative work +++ info >

NOUVELLES DE MUSICACTION
1er février 2021
· Commercialisation internationale : Volet 2 – Captation de spectacle
· Vitrines musicales : Volet 6 – Captation de spectacle
· Développement des compétences : Volet 1 – Intégration, Volet 2 – Développement, Volet 3 – Incubateur
4 février 2021
· Enveloppe de financement global +++ info >

NEWS FROM FACTOR
Envelope Funding for Music Companies: The application window for the Envelope Funding for Music Companies program is open until January 28, 2021, 5:00 pm EST. The program returns to its original design of a revenue and investment model, with some modifications in acknowledgment of the continued impact of COVID-19 on the music industry. Applicants are advised to review the program guidelines, and in particular, note the updated applicant eligibility points.+++ info >