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AREA 506 releases lineup details for 2021 Waterfront Concert Series

Saint John, NB (Friday, May 28, 2021) – The team responsible for AREA 506, New Brunswick’s premiere celebration of local music, culture and goods, today announced the lineup for their Waterfront Concert Series beginning July 16, 2021. 

“We couldn’t be happier about the breadth of talent and musical diversity that we’re planning to bring to Saint John this summer” says Ray Gracewood, AREA 506 Founder and Chairperson.  “AREA 506 has always been about celebrating our region, so being able to curate a schedule as strong as this while featuring 100% Atlantic Canadian performers really speaks to the incredible talent that exists right here at home”. 

The lineup and schedule for this year’s event will be as follows: 

July 16 – James Mullinger, Nikki Payne & Grand Theft Bus
July 17 – Ria Mae, Jenn Grant & Jessica Rhaye and the Ramshackle Parade
July 23 – Jimmy Rankin & Tomato/Tomato
July 24 – Classified with Special Guest David Myles & Wolf Castle
July 30 – Alan Doyle & Mike Biggar
July 31 – Matt Andersen & Jason Ogden
Aug 6 – Joel Plaskett Emergency & The Hypochondriacs
Aug 7 – Bahamas & Kylie Fox
August 13 – Measha Brueggergosman & Apryll Aileen
August 14 – Matt Mays, Jamie Comeau & the Crooked Teeth & The Backstays

Gates are scheduled to open at 5pm for each event to encourage staggered entry.   Opening acts will begin at 8pm, with headline acts scheduled to hit the stage at 930pm. All shows are open to attendees of all-ages and will be fully accessible. 

The Waterfront Concert Series will take place on Long Wharf, a marquee location on the Saint John Waterfront from July 16 to August 14, 2021.  Six and ten person pods will be available for purchase beginning Thursday, June 3.   Ten person pods are priced at $69 regular and $99 VIP based on location, per ticket.  Six person pods are priced at $69/ticket.  Easily select your pod location on the map using the online ticketing system when you purchase beginning Thursday, June 3.

With a focus on eliminating crowds and lineups, cashless bar & snack service will be available exclusively through an online ordering tool, with direct-to-pod delivery courtesy of United Way of Greater Saint John.  Products will be curated with a focus on New Brunswick made items, and all tips received by the volunteer bar staff will go to support United Way programs in our region. 

Exclusive pre-sale will be made available to AREA 506 newsletter members beginning Wednesday, June 2 – sign up at area506.ca at any time to be included. 


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Media Contact:
Ray Gracewood
Area 506 Committee Chair
ray@area506.ca
506.645.1653

May 31, 2021 in Uncategorized

The list. May 28, 2021

The List presents the events of the members of the Association des groups en arts visuels francophones ( AGAVF ), that is to say fifteen artist-run centers and galleries across Canada, and compiles calls for submissions in visual arts, media arts, performance, art. public, residences aimed at artists and curators.

RE: FLUX music and sound art festival from May 24 to 30. Photo: Annie France Noël

News from AGAVF

Take part in an important survey!

The Department of Canadian Heritage is conducting a survey to provide a more complete and up-to-date portrait of the artistic and creative community across Canada.

The Economic Survey of Canadian Artists and Content Creators was launched online on May 10, 2021 and will remain available for 6 weeks.

The data collected as part of this survey will help inform future and existing public policies and programs of the federal government, ensuring that the Department continues to adapt to the reality of the creative sector. This survey presents a crucial opportunity for artists and content creators to make their voices heard. That includes you!

Respond anonymously and don’t forget to share the link with members of your networks:

Link to the survey in French: https://www.canada.ca/fr/patrimoine-canadien/campagnes/artistes-createurs-contenu-canadiens.html

Programming of AGAVF members

No Name Gallery (Moncton)

RE: FLUX experimental music and sound art festival from
May 24 to 30, 2021 online
festivalreflux.com

Imago Printmaking Workshop (Moncton)

Angèle Cormier + Menoncle Jason, Angie Richard + Wolf Castle, JD Cool + Julie Doiron, Jennifer Bélanger + Paranerd, Pat Joy + Allumette – Re: Print
from May 24 to June 30, 2021
140, rue Botsford, ground floor of the Center Aberdeen Culture
Moncton, New Brunswick
atelierimago.com

Blue constellation-Galerie Bernard-Jean (Caraquet)

Marika Drolet-Ferguson – landmarks
from May 28 to July 4, 2021
220, boul. Saint-Pierre Ouest
Caraquet, New Brunswick
constellationbleue.com

House of French-speaking visual artists (Saint-Boniface)

Louis-Charles Dionne – Shape memory | Traces of manipulation – Material Memory | Traces of Manipulations
from April 8 to June 5, 2021

Chris Dorosz – House of Dark Matter / Dark House Matter
from June 10 to August 21, 2021

101-219, boulevard Provencher
Saint-Boniface, Manitoba
maisondesartistes.mb.ca

Louise-et-Reuben-Cohen Art Gallery (Moncton)

Sandrine Duquenne, Émerise LeBlanc-Nowlan and Florence Renson – Annual Exhibition for Graduates in Visual Arts 2021
from April 15 to May 30, 2021
Université de Moncton
Moncton, New Brunswick
umoncton.ca/umcm-ga

Franco-Manitoban Cultural Center (Winnipeg)

Jen Funk, Xavier Mutshipayi, Stéphane Oystryk, Reza Rezaï and Eric Plamondon – The other
since March 15, 2021
340, boulevard Provencher
Winnipeg, Manitoba
ccfm.mb.ca  

Galerie du Nouvel-Ontario (Sudbury)

Michael Fernandes – Before and after the electric car
residence at home and on Instagram @beforeandaftertheelectriccar
since January 14, 2021

Claude Wittmann – Wheels / politics / panic
Project until June 2021

Stefan St-Laurent – Please feed the animals
Listen again to the virtual conference

54 Elgin Street
? Sudbury, Ontario
gn-o.org 

Visual Voice Artist Center  (Ottawa)

Nicole Blundell, Frances Caswell-Routhier, Renée Chevalier, Monique Handfield, Hélène Lefebvre and Richard Robesco – Membership
Curator: Raymond Aubin
Virtual exhibitionsince March 4, 2021
67, avenue Beechwood
Vanier, Ontario
visvisual.ca

Calls for submissions

1.Calls in French from Canada

Missing pages – Cambridge Art Galleries – June 13
Outdoor exhibition at the Isidore-Hurteau square – Longueuil – May 30

2.Calls in English from Canada

Vancouver Outsider Arts Festival – May 31
Platforms – Vancouver – June 9
Mount Pleasant Community Art Screen – Vancouver – June 11
Neutral Ground – Calgary – June 1
Small File Media Festival – Vancouver – June 4
Emerging Digital Artists Award – June 15
Craft Ontario – Toronto – June 7

3.international calls

Marvelous Art Gallery – Istanbul – May 31
artmagazineneium – Istanbul – June 16
Phileas – a fund for contemporary – Vienna – September 10

4.residences

Centr’Elles, Avignon Women’s Action Committee – June 4
Center d’artistes Voix Visuelle – Ottawa – June 15
Griffin Art Projects Residency – North Vancouver – June 15
Villa Saint-Louis Ndar – Senegal – June 20
Open Studio – May 31
Sagamie Center – June 15

5.public art

Bus Rapid Transit – Saskatoon – May 28
Richmond Public Art – June 17
Quad Phase II – York University – May 31
Mississauga’s Sculpture Court – May 30
Platforms – Vancouver – June 3
481 UNIVERSITY UNITED BLDG – Toronto – June 11
Indigenous public art – Public Library of Ottawa and Library and Archives Canada – Ottawa – April 12 and May 31

6.for commissioners

general direction job – Est-Nord-Est – Saint-Jean-Port-Joli – May 28
curatorial residency program – Vancouver and Paris – June 18
Associate Indigenous Curator, City of Calgary – June 15
Ar (n) t Write – June 1
AdMare – call for current art curators – June 20
VTape – Curatorial incubator – Toronto – June 1

May 28, 2021 in Uncategorized

Music in NB 👋 May 19 2021


NEXT DEADLINE // PROCHAINE DATE    
★ JUNE 1, 2021 ★
Emerging Artist • Marketing

★ 1 JUIN 2021 ★
Artiste en début de carrière • Marketing

mid-musicnb.org // dim-musicnb.org

ENB + MNB COLLABORATION
Excellence NB is making it easier to find NB-made music by launching a new NBMade online shop. This platform is FREE to our NB makers. The site sends shoppers to your selling page, such as your website, Bandcamp, etc.  ENB does not process any transactions on your behalf, but rather is creating a one-stop NB-made shop and sending customers directly to you.

Excellence NB rend ça encore plus facile de trouver de la musique créée au N.-B., en lançant une boutique en ligne NBMade. Cette plateforme est GRATUITE pour les créateurs·trices du N.-B. La boutique envoie les acheteurs·euses vers votre page de vente, comme un site Web, Bandcamp, etc. ENB ne fait aucune transaction en votre nom. Nous créons simplement un guichet unique pour tout ce qui est créé au N.-B., pour permettre aux clients·es de vous trouver.
photo credit: L.P. Chiasson
COUNTRY: Co-writing retreat // Retraite de co-écriture
MNB is launching applications for a songwriting retreat focused on Country artists, as part of the Canadian Songwriter Challenge! The event will take place from July 15-18th in Miramichi NB.// MNB lance les soumissions pour une retraite de co-écriture pour artistes country, dans le cadre du Défi canadien de la chanson! L’événement aura lieu du 15 au 18 juillet à Miramichi NB. +++ info >

RE:FLUX 16 Artist Lineup
RE: FLUX is back for its 16th edition! From May 24 to 30, 2021, tune in to the programming – taking place mainly online – and enjoy the festival regardless of your COVID alert phase or colour code or geographical location! With: ANDRÉ CORMIER • EMILY KENNEDY • SARAH PAGÉ • ANNA SCHIMKAT • AMY BRANDON • DARREN COPELAND • JEREMIE JONES and more +++ info >

GALA Trille Or
Le Trille Or revient pour sa 11e édition! Événement incontournable dans l’industrie musicale franco-canadienne, il souligne et récompense l’excellence artistique à travers deux galas. Trois artistes néo-brunswickois y seront à l’affiche: 

Le 26 mai de 20h00 à 21h30 (heure d’Ottawa):
Le FloFranco // Matt Boudreau // Marie-Véronique Bourque

Le 27 mai de 20h00 à 21h30 (heure d’Ottawa):
Hey Wow // Chloé Breault // Joey Robin Haché
+++ info >

Coffee House Freestyle
“Coffee House Freestyle” is JTK’s track #2 for the year 2021. It’s a 2+ min energetic freestyle hip-hop/rap song with a verse full of bars and lyrics to get your head spinning and bumping.

It was recorded in one attempt only!

Release date: 28/05/2021+++ info >

Doctor Mother Father’s New Video
Doctor Mother Father release a new video for the track “You Are What You Are”, along with news of Vinyl this summer. The project released the album Catholic in July of 2020. Due to the world being put on pause, the project remained a recording project, and was only an album available digitally on Bandcamp and streaming services. We’re very excited to announce, that in 2021, their debut album will be available on vinyl July17th! Preorders will be taken for the entire month of June. +++ info >

David Myles’ That Tall Distance
David Myles shares the sophisticated, surfy “Bird Song,” ahead of his new album That Tall Distance (out 08/27). “This is an expression of my love for instrumental jazz, funk and soul,” said David Myles (he/him), of debut single, Bird Song. “As a young trumpet player I loved stuff like Donald Byrd, Grant Green, Herbie Hancock and Freddie Hubbard. […] Like those great recordings, I wanted to write songs that were strong enough to be able to hold everything together, but loose enough for there to be lots of room for the other players to really dig in and express themselves. That was the key for me.”  +++ info >

Deux spectacle de Matt Boudreau
Deux spectacles s’ajoutent à la tournée du Nouveau-Brunswick de Matt Boudreau entamée à la mi-avril. Le vendredi 28 mai, il sera au Palais Centre-Ville de Saint-Quentin à compter de 20 h. Les billets seront en vente à la porte le soir du spectacle. L’artiste sera aussi au Traffik Lounge de Shippagan le samedi 29 mai dans le cadre d’un 5 à 7. Pour ce spectacle, l’entrée est gratuite. Il sera accompagné sur scène de Marc-André Boudreau et Chloé Breault. +++ info >

Four New Nominations for Laurie LeBlanc
In addition to his two ECMA nominations, LeBlanc has received four new nominations for the 7th Annual Josie Music Awards, in Tennessee, which will take place next September. With more than 38,000 submissions, the Acadian of Bouctouche is very surprised to find himself in the following four categories Modern Country Artist of the Year, Male Country Vocalist of the Year, Song of the Year “Another Night Like This” and Music Video of the Year “The Bigger The Better”. +++ info >

More from Stephen Hero x Brydon Crain
An adventurous new project from aggressively working-class Saint John rapper Stephen Hero and Fredericton experimental Fredericton musician Brydon Crain (Motherhood) have teamed up to release a wave of singles showcasing their unique blend of alt-rap and Saint John poetry over sample-based oddball beats. Premiering on Complex Canada on May 25, the next release is entitled ‘Forever Now,’ and is accompanied by a music video shot in rural New Brunswick. +++ info >

Perfect Timing  ‘Perfect Timing’ is the 2nd full-length album release from Michael J. Foxx in less than a month and he correctly surmised, “I totally feel like it’s my best body of work.” For this project Foxx turned the console duties over to Producer Flava Boy allowing Michael to excel vocally. Perfect Timing presents 12-stellar tracks that hypnotically pulls-in listeners. +++ info >

Ananas récidive avec un autre ver d’oreille : Brigitte
Le groupe Ananas propose un nouvel extrait avec la chanson Brigitte. Les membres du groupe considèrent que cette pièce est une bonne toune pour faire de la route. Avec son sens de la dérision Ananas, auteur de succès radiophoniques tel que New Kids et encore Cross Point, se fait plaisir à raconter encore une fois l’histoire de leur patelin. Brigitte heureuse gagnante au bingo se trouve une liberté pour voyager à son rythme sur les routes. +++ info >

Cathy Hutch’s Upcoming Gigs  
MAY 27 – AMICI’S, QUISPAMSIS 8-10PM
MAY 29 – BRANCH 11 LEGION, WOODSTOCK 9-12PM
JUN 03 – VITO’S ROTHESAY 7:30-9:30PM 

+++ info >

Serenades For You!  SNB welcomes back Janna Sailor to conduct the famous Tchaikovsky Serenade for Strings and the novel Serenade for Flugelhorn by David Sampson.

Wednesday, May 26, 7:30 pm Imperial Theatre 
Friday, May 28, 7:30 pm The Playhouse
Sunday, May 30, 2 pm Capitol Theatre +++ info >

Colin Fowley album release
Wednesday, June 2 | 7:30 pm | The Playhouse
The unique character of Colin Fowlie’s music fuses elements of folk, rock, blues and Americana/Canadiana with a special blend of universally themed storytelling that, along with his down-to-earth personality, create a memorable and captivating listening experience.  +++ info >

FLOURISH Festival announces 50+ performers
Fredericton’s FLOURISH Festival has shared an impressive line-up ahead of its June 10-13 edition, announcing Motherhood, Wolf Castle, Century Egg, Eliza Niemi, LXVNDR, and nearly fifty other artists. Festival performances will encompass music, art, installations, workshops, poetry, and more, in a mix of in-person and digital events.  +++ 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 >

@ CHARLOTTE STREET ARTS CENTRE
The Charlotte Street Arts Centre sustains, promotes and develops the arts by providing access to an essential hub of professional resources, facilities and dynamic programming within the New Brunswick community.

For an up-to-date schedule: +++ info >

@ THÉÂTRE DU MONUMENT-LEFEBVRE
Salle de spectacle reconnue pour son acoustique exceptionnelle et qui accueille les grands de la scène culturelle acadienne.

Pour un horaire de spectacle à jour: +++ info >

@ THE CAP
The Cap, home for live music in Fredericton, now includes an on-site nano-brewery, daytime record retail and beer to go, all accompanied by plenty of seating on sunny or shaded patios!

June 3 // Honey Gut + Run The River: Living Roots @ The Cap  
+++ info >

@ THÉÂTRE CAPITOL THEATRE
Le Centre des arts de la scène du Grand Moncton / Greater Moncton Performing Arts Centre

Pour la liste complète des spectacles reporté et/ou annulés CLIQUEZ ICI. // CLICK HERE for the up to date list of rescheduled and cancelled performances.

@ CENTRE DES ARTS D’EDMUNDSTON
Le Centre des arts d’Edmundston, situé dans une ancienne église au cœur du centre-ville, est un espace dédié à la création et à la diffusion des arts. Le Centre offre une programmation artistique variée, de qualité, par l’entremise de spectacles, d’ateliers de création et de formation et d’expositions. Véritable carrefour de créativité, c’est ici que les artistes et le public se rencontrent pour explorer diverses formes d’art. Il est un espace de découverte où la créativité bouillonne. +++ info >

@ CENTRE CULTUREL DE CARAQUET
Le Centre culturel de Caraquet offre gratuitement des locaux insonorisés pour les artistes et enseignant(e)s en musique et chant. 125 pieds carrés par local, un piano droit dans chaque local et autres instruments de musique disponibles sur demande. Pour réservations: 506.726.5001  +++ info >

Breaking Down Racial Barriers
“Breaking Down Racial Barriers: A Conversation on anti-Black racism in the East Coast Music Industry” Friday, May 28 from 1 – 3 PM (AST) at the East Coast Music Virtual Conference. Hosted by David “Click” Cox and Ian Andre Espinet Inc. of Breaking Down Racial Barriers with special guests Cazhhmere, Corey Writes, Delvina Bernard, Owen O’Sound Lee, & Reeny Smith +++ info >

AUDITIONS for Honey Jam Artist Development Programme
We’re looking for female artists across Canada between the ages of 14-25 representing all music styles – including pop, hip-hop, jazz, rock, country, soca, soul, rnb, gospel, reggae and more! – to audition for our 2021 youth artist development program.  Chosen artists will gain mentoring, networking and performance opportunities, vocal/performance coaching and workshops featuring industry professionals. +++ info >

Offre d’emploi chez RADARTS
Nous recherchons une personne qualifiée et motivée pour combler le poste de Responsable aux communications pour notre réseau atlantique!
 
Si tu possèdes l’expérience et les compétences requises et que tu veux travailler avec une équipe dynamique. C’est une occasion parfaite !! Envoie ta candidature au plus tard le 4 juin 2021, à l’attention de Jacinthe Comeau: direction@radarts.ca 
+++ info >

604 Sessions: A Songwriting Camp
604/LO announced the launch of their 2021 604 Sessions Song Camp. Created to foster an atmosphere of creativity and opportunity for unsigned artists – the camp is focused on offering 604/LO’s creative services to the greater community while also opening the door for a wider range of artists to form relationships with labels. Applications are now open! +++ info >

Mise en candidature pour les Éloizes
Il est temps de soumettre votre candidature – nouvelle date limite : 31 mai 2021. L’Académie des arts et des lettres de l’Atlantique, l’instance responsable du processus d’évaluation des candidatures aux Éloizes, donne le coup d’envoi de la période de mise en candidature des Éloizes 2022. Il est donc le temps de soumettre votre candidature pour une œuvre, une prestation ou une contribution créée ou présentée au cours de la période visée par les Éloizes 2022, soit du 1er juillet 2019 au 31 mai 2021. +++ info >

NEW 2021 ECMA DATES ANNOUNCED
The East Coast Music Association (ECMA) has announced rescheduled dates for the virtual edition of the 2021 East Coast Music Awards: Festival & Conference, which was moved online last week, due to renewed concerns about rising COVID-19 numbers in Nova Scotia. This virtual celebration of East Coast Music will now occur June 9 – 13, 2021, entirely online. +++ info >

FRANCOFÊTE EN ACADIE
Les inscriptions aux vitrines 2021 et au répertoire d’offres de spectacles 22-23 sont lancées!
 
Rendez-vous sur notre site internet afin de connaître tous les détails. La date limite pour remplir un formulaire d’inscription est fixée au 28 mai. L’édition 2021 de la FrancoFête en Acadie à Dieppe sera réalisée en formule hybride du mardi 2 au samedi 6 novembre prochain.

ARTS NB NEWS // NOUVELLES DE ARTS NB
Nominate for the 2021 Lieutenant-Governor’s Awards for High Achievement in the Arts before June 1st, 2021. Help celebrate the contribution of a fellow artist while also helping the New Brunswick Arts Board promote artistic excellence within the province. // Posez une nomination aux Prix de la lieutenante-gouverneure pour l’excellence dans les arts avant 1er juin 2021. Aidez à célébrer la contribution d’un ou d’une collègue artiste tout en aidant le Conseil des arts du Nouveau-Brunswick à promouvoir l’excellence artistique dans la province. +++ info >

NEWS FROM FACTOR
The application windows for FACTOR’s Artist Development and Juried Sound Recording programs are now open and deadlines for the coming fiscal year announced. Eligibility guidelines have been updated to bring the programs into finer alignment with their intended purposes and FACTOR continues to offer programs tailored to many stages in an artist’s commercial career. +++ info >

NOUVELLES DE MUSICACTION
Lancé officiellement le 10 mars dernier, le Soutien aux événements de musique devant public (ou le SEP, pour faire plus simple!) vise à appuyer la présentation d’événements musicaux sécuritaires dans le contexte actuel, tels les spectacles, les vitrines et les tournées d’artistes canadiens, devant un public en présentiel comme en virtuel. La nouvelle initiative est dotée d’une enveloppe de 6 M$ et veut stimuler l’emploi d’artistes, de musiciens, de techniciens et autres travailleurs et fournisseurs de services canadiens du secteur musical.
May 27, 2021 in Uncategorized

The Owens will be reopening to the public by appointment on 1 June 2021

The Owens is excited to safely welcome back visitors to our physical spaces starting Tuesday, 1 June 2021! Admission to the Owens is free, but all visitors are asked to pre-book a free, one-hour time slot for their visit. This can be done either online at www.owensartgallery.eventbrite.ca or by calling (506) 364-2574. Safety measures are in place to keep both you and the Owens’ staff safe.
Book your visit online!
What to expect when you visit the Owens:
Visitors must maintain a two-metre distance from others at all times. 
Wearing a community mask is mandatory at all times. We’re happy to provide you with a free disposable mask if you do not have one. 
Hand sanitizer is available as you enter the gallery. Please sanitize your hands when you arrive.
To help maintain social distancing, there is a one-way traffic flow in and out of the gallery. Please enter through the campus-side entrance and follow directional signage while you are in the gallery.
One bubble is permitted in the gallery at a time, with up to 10 visitors per bubble.
Our reception desk has a Plexiglas barrier and a friendly student assistant ready to welcome you to the gallery. This is also where we will ask you pre-screening questions and where contactless check-in takes place.
For the purposes of contract tracing, and to confirm their booking, all visitors will be required to give their full names and a contact phone number when they arrive at the gallery. For information and the latest recommendations from the Public Health please check here.
May 27, 2021 in Uncategorized

AREA 506 Unveils Plans for 2021 Waterfront Concert Series

Post- COVID Recovery to officially begin July 16.

Saint John, NB (Wednesday, May 26, 2021) – The team responsible for AREA 506, New Brunswick’s premiere celebration of local music, culture and goods, today announced their format, site plan and schedule to bring live music back to the Port City for 2021. 
 
“After several months of planning, we are excited to announce our pivot plan for 2021” says Ray Gracewood, AREA 506 Founder and Chairperson.  “This year’s format will look a little different and really puts the health and safety of our volunteers, artists and attendees at the forefront. We are ecstatic with what our planning committee has been able to create with the support of an amazing group of partners and stakeholders” continued Gracewood. 
 
This year’s plan will extend the summer with a ten-part concert series beginning Friday, July 16 and running until Saturday, August 14.  All shows will have limited tickets and will be available as six or ten person pods intended for attendees to remain in the comfort of their own social groups.  Concerts will be hosted every Friday and Saturday evening, with gates opening at 5pm for each event to encourage staggered entry.  Opening acts will begin at 8pm, with headline acts scheduled to hit the stage at 930pm.   Attendees are encouraged to book early, as pods are likely to sell out very quickly.  
 
The Waterfront Concert Series will take place on Long Wharf, a marquee location on the Saint John Waterfront and host to AREA 506 from 2016 to 2018.  
 
“The location is perfect, not only because it feels like home, but also because of the space it affords us to encourage social distancing and to create a really unique pod-based environment for this year’s event” says Gracewood.  “The site planning process has been a challenge as we’ve never organized an event like this, but I’m excited because the design is really starting to feel like everyone will get their own mini-VIP section”.  
 
The project could not have happened without the support of a core group of public and private sponsors, led by Envision Saint John: The Regional Growth Agency.     
 
“We’re incredibly excited to work with the AREA 506 team to make the Waterfront Concert Series a reality” says Paulette Hicks, CEO of Envision Saint John.   “As a founding partner of AREA 506, we knew that the team would rise to the challenge of developing an innovative experience that’s unique and cool, true to its brand, but also safe and responsible”.     
 
Final talent lineup and schedule for the 2021 Waterfront Concert Series will be announced on Friday, May 28 with tickets going on sale Thursday, June 3.  Exclusive pre-sale will be made available to AREA 506 newsletter members beginning Tuesday, June 2 – sign up at area506.ca.
 
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Media Contact:
Ray Gracewood
Area 506 Committee Chair
ray@area506.ca
506.645.1653

May 26, 2021 in Uncategorized

QuaranZINE Library Tag with the Owens Art Gallery’s Teeny Tiny Zine Library and Mount Allison’s Independent Zine Review

QuaranZINE Library TagMay 24-28Over the next five days, the Owens Art Gallery’s Teeny Tiny Zine Library will be playing a game of tag with Mount Allison’s Independent Zine Review, as we highlight and share zines from our collections. We’ll be exploring the zine scene in Sackville and various zine themes. Follow us and join in the fun as we pass the conversation back and forth each morning and afternoon.

This series is part of ongoing programming at the Owens to activate our Zine Library. The Teeny Tiny Zine Library collection contains nearly 200 DIY publications bringing attention to stories and voices rarely represented in the mainstream and artists who explore the creative possibilities of the book form.

Due to COVID-19, our Zine Library is currently not available to the public, but it can usually be found in our lobby next to a comfy chair.
Teeny Tiny Zine LibraryThe Owens Art Gallery’s Teeny Tiny Zine Library is an ever-growing collection of zines, artists’ books and multiples, independent comics, and handmade publications. The collection was created to archive and promote the small but mighty form of the zine, with a special focus on Sackville-made zines and the work of Mount Allison Fine Arts students, Sackville artists, and community youth.
Mount Allison Independent Zine ReviewThe MTA Independent Zine Review is a new and growing collection that lives in our little handmade library in the PCCA. What started as a small, personal collection of zines has now become a public resource for students to contribute their own zines or start a collection of their own! We founded our online Instagram archive shortly after to not only document all works that pass through our little library but to share them with zine fans near and far.
May 25, 2021 in Uncategorized

Third Space Gallery Member News

Members’ Show + Sale
Our Spring Members’ Show + Sale ends this Friday, May 14th! Swing by the Saint John City Market any day between 10am-3pm to check out a variety of artwork by 20 local artists. You can also pick up a copy of Shorelines or some THIRD SHIFT Retro Merch!
See the Exhibition Online
Get your copy of Shorelines at these shops!
Shorelines: Climate Concern & Creativity is a collaborative project that promotes an ongoing dialogue between environmental action and artistic practice in New Brunswick. The publication was conceived and realized by two non-profit organizations, the community-based environmental organization, ACAP Saint John, and Third Space Gallery, Saint John’s artist-run centre for contemporary art.Shorelines focuses geographically on the Saint John area and communities that extend along the Bay of Fundy, including Grand Manan Island and Sackville. Contributors include Patrick Allaby, Amy Ash, Jack Bishop, Bailey Brogan, Katie Buckley, Nathan Cann, Chris Donovan, Sara Griffin, Hailey Guzik, Sarah Jones, Jericho Knopp, Jamylynn McDonald, Christiana Myers, Ben Peterson, Bethany Reinhart, Graeme Stewart-Robertson, Kate Wallace, Laura Watson, and KC Wilcox.
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THIRD SHIFT: TRAVERSE
THIRD SHIFT is an annual festival presented by Third Space Gallery. THIRD SHIFT: TRAVERSE will include site-specific installations, projections, workshops, and artist talks by more than 20 local, national and international artists with the aim of transcending boundaries and creating connections across time and space. THIRD SHIFT: TRAVERSE will take place August 19-22. Stay tuned for the artist lineup coming soon!
May 14, 2021 in Uncategorized

Music in NB 🌿 Musique au NB: May 12



PRIX MNB AWARDS 2021 DEADLINE: MAY 15!! 
We invite our members and the New Brunswick music community to submit applications and suggestions for the 2021 Prix MNB Awards, slated to take place in October. +++ info >

DATE LIMITE: 15 MAI!!! Nous invitons nos membres et la communauté musicale du Nouveau-Brunswick à soumettre des candidatures et des suggestions pour les Prix MNB Awards 2021, prévus pour octobre. +++ info >


FESTIVAL (506) + EXPORTNB DEADLINE: MAY 15!!
Festival (506) features 12 EMERGING + DEVELOPING artist showcases. ExportNB is a year-long program aimed at furthering the careers of 6 to 8 EXPORT-READY + EXPORTING artists. 

DATE LIMITE: 15 MAI !!! Le Festival (506) présente 12 vitrines d’artistes EN ÉMERGENCE + EN DÉVELOPPEMENT. ExportNB est un programme qui s’échelonne sur un an et qui vise à faire progresser les carrières de 6 à 8 artistes PRÊT.ES À L’EXPORTATION + QUI EXPORTENT.


NB Girls+ Rock Camps Girls+ Rock du NB
This year, we waved the application fee for the Prix MNB Awards + added a donation box for the NB Girls+ Rock Camps (Fredericton + Moncton + Saint John)! You can also make a donation without submitting for an award here! // Cette année, on a supprimé les frais de mise en candidature pour les Prix MNB Awards + ajouté une boîte de dons au profit des camps Girls+ Rock du NB (Fredericton + Moncton + Saint Jean)! Vous pouvez également faire un don sans soumettre pour un prix ici!


COUNTRY: Co-writing retreat // Retraite de co-écriture
MNB is launching applications for a songwriting retreat focused on Country artists, as part of the Canadian Songwriter Challenge! The event will take place from July 15-18th in Miramichi NB.// MNB lance les soumissions pour une retraite de co-écriture pour artistes country, dans le cadre du Défi canadien de la chanson! L’événement aura lieu du 15 au 18 juillet à Miramichi NB. +++ info >


SAVVY SESSION • SESSION SENSÉE  MAY 13
Marketing Plan 101 · Plan de marketing 101 
You’ve created something, now what? Developing a marketing plan can be overwhelming. Join Sarah Jamer from The Syrup Factory on May 13th to review the process of creating a functional marketing plan – including tips and tricks to focus on what really matters for you! +++ info >


NEXT DEADLINE // PROCHAINE DATE    
★ JUNE 1, 2021 ★
Emerging Artist • Marketing

★ 1 JUIN 2021 ★
Artiste en début de carrière • Marketing

mid-musicnb.org // dim-musicnb.org


Perfect Timing
‘Perfect Timing’ is the 2nd full-length album release from Michael J. Foxx in less than a month and he correctly surmised, “I totally feel like it’s my best body of work.” For this project Foxx turned the console duties over to Producer Flava Boy allowing Michael to excel vocally. Perfect Timing presents 12-stellar tracks that hypnotically pulls-in listeners. +++ info >


Ananas récidive avec un autre ver d’oreille
BrigitteLe groupe Ananas propose un nouvel extrait avec la chanson Brigitte. Les membres du groupe considèrent que cette pièce est une bonne toune pour faire de la route. Avec son sens de la dérision Ananas, auteur de succès radiophoniques tel que New Kids et encore Cross Point, se fait plaisir à raconter encore une fois l’histoire de leur patelin. Brigitte heureuse gagnante au bingo se trouve une liberté pour voyager à son rythme sur les routes. +++ info >



CBC Searchlight’s NB Artists  The round of voting ends May 20. 
Go vote for your favourite NB artist! // Sonic Detour · Apryll Aileen · The Divorcees · Mike Bern · One8Tea · Richie Young · Ms. Thomas · Laurie LeBlanc · Short for Arthur · Émilie Landry · Wolf Castle · FM Berlin · The Hypochondriacs · Lazermortis · Carla Bonnell · Freya Milliken · Michael J Foxx · Robert Thomas & the Session Men · Body Paint · and many more! +++ info >

GET ZAPPED WITH MIKE TRASK  
TV DINNER is the latest full length album from Mike Trask, available on vinyl and digitally Saturday, May 15. On TV Dinner, Trask’s 10th studio album (but first on vinyl), he wears all hats, recording and performing nearly every instrument himself on tape at his recording studio MRC. The album showcases his eclectic songwriting style, deconstructing traditional genre conventions and repurposing them into a single solitary sonic vision. +++ info >


The Shivering Songs Radio Hour 
Shivering Songs announces The Shivering Songs Radio Hour, a new collaboration between the Fredericton festival and campus/community radio stations throughout New Brunswick. Across two installments on May 16 and May 23, The Shivering Songs Radio Hour will broadcast archival footage from the festival vaults, in partnership with CHSR 97.9 (Fredericton), Local 107 (Saint John), and CHMA 106.9 (Sackville). Both installments can also be live streamed via any of the station’s websites.+++ info >


Cathy Hutch’s Upcoming Gigs  
MAY 13 – SAINT JOHN MARINA 6-9PM
MAY 22 – DANDELION FEST @ CRABBE MOUNTAIN INN 5:30-6:30PM
MAY 23 – PADDLEFEST NB, ALGONQUIN HOTEL ST. ANDREWS 5-7PM
MAY 27 – AMICI’S, QUISPAMSIS 8-10PM
MAY 29 – BRANCH 11 LEGION, WOODSTOCK 9-12PM
JUN 03 – VITO’S ROTHESAY 7:30-9:30PM 
+++ info >


Apryll Aileen New Video
Canadian alternative pop-rock singer-songwriter, Apryll Aileen, drops official music video for “Home”. Pulling all elements of her inspirations together for an anthemic, pop r&b sound, paired with her classical pianist background, Aileen’s “Home” shares the story of the powerful self realization that often, our life path takes us on a journey that leads us back home. +++ info >

All Clear Productions is Hiring Part-time Music Rights Researcher
Description of Organization: Music/footage research and licensing; visual clearance for national television shows. // Start/End dates: ASAP for approx. 4 weeks // Application Requirements: Cover letter, letter of recommendation, resume. Deadline May 14 // Address applications to: Julietta McGovern at allclearprod@gmail.com // Salary: $15 /hour. +++ info >


Spectacle virtuel d’Émilie Landry
L’artiste Émilie Landry propose un spectacle virtuel qui sera disponible en ligne, donc partout dans le monde, du 8 au 15 mai 2021. Ce spectacle célèbre le premier anniversaire de l’album qui a su faire ses preuves malgré les défis de la dernière année. Cet évènement virtuel a été tourné à Campbellton le dimanche 25 avril 2021 au Circolo Arts & Culture avec un public restreint et une superbe équipe technique. +++ info >


The Backstays’
Tributaries“When the pieces first came together, it was about trying to escape but never being able to move on; like chasing after something intangible,” said The Backstays’ Serenna Chapman (she/her) of single ‘Forever Gold Bricks.’ “I’d say this is a cautionary tale about how running away, towards empty, superficial things ultimately never works.” That push and pull mark the defining faultline of Tributaries, The Backstays’ debut album. A meeting point between heartland rock songwriting and darker, atmospheric indie rock, Tributaries sees the band experimenting with a more expansive sound that equally evokes new wave and post-punk. +++ info >


SNB presents Future Promises
“Future Promises” is a concert full of promising music and musicians and a promise of a music filled future in NB. This concert is part of SNB’s Emerging Artist Project.

Wednesday, May 12, 7:30 pm Imperial Theatre
Saturday, May 15, 7:30 pm The Playhouse 
Sunday, May 16, 2 pm Capitol Theatre +++ info >


New Music from Stephen Hero x Brydon Crain
Earlier this year Saint John MC Stephen Hero and Fredericton songwriter/musician Brydon Crain (Motherhood) joined forces to create a unique project of alt-rap Saint John poetry over sample-based oddball beats. Their upcoming single is called ‘Please Don’t Bury Me,’ and is accompanied by a music video shot and edited by Josh Hooper, in Fredericton. +++ info >


La 20, un des grands succès d’Édith Butler repris par Troiselle
Le beau temps revient et on ne peut s’empêcher de rêver de reprendre la route et aller à l’aventure. Un rêve qui pourra peut-être se réaliser l’été prochain sur la 20 au Québec, avec un peu de chance. Sinon, on en profitera pour sillonner nos routes et découvrir notre petit coin de pays tout en fredonnant La 20. +++ info >


Colin Fowley album release
Wednesday, June 2 | 7:30 pm | The Playhouse
The unique character of Colin Fowlie’s music fuses elements of folk, rock, blues and Americana/Canadiana with a special blend of universally themed storytelling that, along with his down-to-earth personality, create a memorable and captivating listening experience.  +++ info >


Songwriters’ Circle
Songwriters’ Tour with Colin Fowlie, Kylie Fox + Blaire Nicolle pick up a local artist in each town they perform.

May 15 Halifax NS // The Carleton w/ Awolk +++ info >


FLOURISH Festival announces 50+ performers 
Fredericton’s FLOURISH Festival has shared an impressive line-up ahead of its June 10-13 edition, announcing Motherhood, Wolf Castle, Century Egg, Eliza Niemi, LXVNDR, and nearly fifty other artists. Festival performances will encompass music, art, installations, workshops, poetry, and more, in a mix of in-person and digital events.  +++ info >


RE:FLUX 16 Artist Lineup
RE: FLUX is back for its 16th edition! From May 24 to 30, 2021, tune in to the programming – taking place mainly online – and enjoy the festival regardless of your COVID alert phase or colour code or geographical location! With: ANDRÉ CORMIER • EMILY KENNEDY • SARAH PAGÉ • ANNA SCHIMKAT • AMY BRANDON • DARREN COPELAND • JEREMIE JONES and more +++ 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 >


@ CHARLOTTE STREET ARTS CENTRE
Take a tour through the Centre’s current exhibits as if you were here, except you don’t have to wear a mask or go out into the cold. Enter through the West wing of the building and stroll through Ysabelle Vautour’s exhibit in the Penny Gallery. Next, make your way one-directionally through the Glencross Gallery to Diane Davis’s exhibit on the landing / the East Wing stairwell, and over to Kaitlin Hoyt’s exhibit in the West Wing stairwell and lobby.  +++ info >


@ THÉÂTRE DU MONUMENT
LEFEBVRE22 MAI // Sous la direction artistique de Kevin McIntyre, vous êtes invités à un spectacle en personne qui connectera le public des salles la même soirée. Vous aurez accès à des artistes en personne et vous verrez en direct sur écran géant les artistes ainsi que le public des autres salles tout au long de la soirée. Avec Danny Boudreau, Jacques et Josiane Comeau, et Menoncle Jason et P’tit Belliveau. +++ info >


@ THE CAP
May 15// Justice For ARTPOP: Lady Gaga Drag Show 
May 16 // Tannery Summer Kick-Off!  with: The Tortoise, The Hare & The Millionaire; Kylie Fox; Weak Size; Kill Chicago
June 3 // Honey Gut + Run The River: Living Roots @ The Cap  
+++ info >


@ THÉÂTRE CAPITOL THEATRE
May 16 // Future promises
May 22 // Spectacle Interconnecté
May 28 // SALTWATER SONGS, with Catherine MacLellan, Rachel Beck, Tim Chaisson
May 30 // A SEASONAL SERENADE, Camerata NB Concert

CLICK HERE for the full list of rescheduled and cancelled performances.


@ CENTRE DES ARTS D’EDMUNDSTON
Le Centre des arts d’Edmundston, situé dans une ancienne église au cœur du centre-ville, est un espace dédié à la création et à la diffusion des arts. Le Centre offre une programmation artistique variée, de qualité, par l’entremise de spectacles, d’ateliers de création et de formation et d’expositions. Véritable carrefour de créativité, c’est ici que les artistes et le public se rencontrent pour explorer diverses formes d’art. Il est un espace de découverte où la créativité bouillonne. +++ info >


@ CENTRE CULTUREL DE CARAQUET
Le Centre culturel de Caraquet offre gratuitement des locaux insonorisés pour les artistes et enseignant(e)s en musique et chant. 125 pieds carrés par local, un piano droit dans chaque local et autres instruments de musique disponibles sur demande. Pour réservations: 506.726.5001  +++ info >


604 Sessions: A Songwriting Camp
604/LO announced the launch of their 2021 604 Sessions Song Camp. Created to foster an atmosphere of creativity and opportunity for unsigned artists – the camp is focused on offering 604/LO’s creative services to the greater community while also opening the door for a wider range of artists to form relationships with labels. Applications are now open! +++ info >


Mise en candidature pour les Éloizes
Il est temps de soumettre votre candidature – nouvelle date limite : 31 mai 2021. L’Académie des arts et des lettres de l’Atlantique, l’instance responsable du processus d’évaluation des candidatures aux Éloizes, donne le coup d’envoi de la période de mise en candidature des Éloizes 2022. Il est donc le temps de soumettre votre candidature pour une œuvre, une prestation ou une contribution créée ou présentée au cours de la période visée par les Éloizes 2022, soit du 1er juillet 2019 au 31 mai 2021. +++ info >


NEW 2021 ECMA DATES ANNOUNCED
The East Coast Music Association (ECMA) has announced rescheduled dates for the virtual edition of the 2021 East Coast Music Awards: Festival & Conference, which was moved online last week, due to renewed concerns about rising COVID-19 numbers in Nova Scotia. This virtual celebration of East Coast Music will now occur June 9 – 13, 2021, entirely online. +++ info >


FRANCOFÊTE EN ACADIE
Les inscriptions aux vitrines 2021 et au répertoire d’offres de spectacles 22-23 sont lancées!
 
Rendez-vous sur notre site internet afin de connaître tous les détails. La date limite pour remplir un formulaire d’inscription est fixée au 28 mai. L’édition 2021 de la FrancoFête en Acadie à Dieppe sera réalisée en formule hybride du mardi 2 au samedi 6 novembre prochain.


Contact East 2021
Calling all Atlantic Canadian performers: artist submissions for Contact East 2021 are now LIVE! Contact East is APA’s hallmark showcase summit and Atlantic Canada’s premiere performing arts booking conference. The event brings together performing arts presenters, managers, and agents to see top-quality performances from a diverse range of artistic genres

The application deadline is Friday, May 21, 4pm AST. +++ info >


ARTS NB NEWS // NOUVELLES DE ARTS NB
The New Brunswick Arts Board (artsnb) has released the results of the Arts Scholarships, Creative Residencies and Artist in Residence competitions (February 2021), as well as the Career Development competition (March 2021). Grants totaling $154,539 were awarded by juries of professional artists in these four funding programs. +++ info >


NEWS FROM FACTOR
Join FACTOR, Musique Nomade and special guests Tiffany Kulikatana Ayalik and Kayley Inuksuk Mackay from PIQSIQ for a free virtual workshop “Marketing 101: How to Write an Effective Marketing Plan” on Thursday, May 13.Learn all the things you need to think about when writing a marketing plan. This workshop is for self-identified Indigenous artists. +++ info >


NOUVELLES DE MUSICACTION
Lancé officiellement le 10 mars dernier, le Soutien aux événements de musique devant public (ou le SEP, pour faire plus simple!) vise à appuyer la présentation d’événements musicaux sécuritaires dans le contexte actuel, tels les spectacles, les vitrines et les tournées d’artistes canadiens, devant un public en présentiel comme en virtuel. La nouvelle initiative est dotée d’une enveloppe de 6 M$ et veut stimuler l’emploi d’artistes, de musiciens, de techniciens et autres travailleurs et fournisseurs de services canadiens du secteur musical.
May 12, 2021 in Uncategorized

New Brunswick Book Awards winners announced

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Fredericton (NB) May 6, 2021 – The Fiddlehead and the Writers’ Federation of New Brunswick announced the winners New Brunswick Book Awards for outstanding works of fiction, nonfiction and poetry published in 2020 and for children’s picture books, published in 2019 and 2020, during a virtual awards presentation ceremony May 6.

The winners are as follows:

Mrs. Dunster’s Award for Fiction

Riel Nason, Quispamsis, Waiting under Water (Scholastic Canada Ltd.)

The Fiddlehead Poetry Book Prize

Allan Cooper, Riverview, Waiting for the Small Ship of Desire (Pottersfield Press)

Writers’ Federation of New Brunswick Book Award for Nonfiction

Philip Lee, Fredericton, Restigouche: The Long Run of the Wild River (Goose Lane Editions)

The Alice Kitts Memorial Award for Excellence in Children’s Writing


Marla Lesage, Lincoln, We Wear Masks (Orca Book Publishers)
Illustrator Marla Lesage

The competition for the 7th annual awards is now open. Work by traditionally published and self-published authors who have lived in the province for three of the last five years, including the award year (2021) will be accepted until Dec. 1, 2021.

The book awards program represents a partnership between Canada’s oldest literary magazine, The Fiddlehead, which has nurtured New Brunswick’s literary culture for over 75 years, and the Writers’ Federation of New Brunswick, which for some 35 years has passionately supported the development of home-grown writers at all stages of development.

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Media Contacts:

Rayanne Brennan

New Brunswick Book Awards Committee

rayanneb@rogers.com

(506) 961-3633

Ian LeTourneau

New Brunswick Book Awards Committee

Iletourn@unb.ca

(506) 440-8072

May 7, 2021 in Uncategorized

Music in NB 🌼 Musique au NB: 28 APR 2021


PRIX MNB AWARDS 2021
We invite our members and the New Brunswick music community to submit applications and suggestions for the 2021 Prix MNB Awards, slated to take place in October. +++ info >

Nous invitons nos membres et la communauté musicale du Nouveau-Brunswick à soumettre des candidatures et des suggestions pour les Prix MNB Awards 2021, prévus pour octobre. +++ info >


FESTIVAL (506) + EXPORTNB
Festival (506) is taking place Oct 21-24, in various venues across NB. Festival (506) features 12 EMERGING + DEVELOPING artist showcases. ExportNB is a year-long program aimed at furthering the careers of 6 to 8 EXPORT-READY + EXPORTING artists. // Le Festival (506) se déroule du 21 au 24 oct, dans diverses salles du NB. Le Festival (506) présente 12 vitrines d’artistes EN ÉMERGENCE + EN DÉVELOPPEMENT. ExportNB est un programme qui s’échelonne sur un an et qui vise à faire progresser les carrières de 6 à 8 artistes PRÊT.ES À L’EXPORTATION + QUI EXPORTENT.


NB Girls+ Rock Camps Girls+ Rock du NB
This year, we waved the application fee for the Prix MNB Awards + added a donation box for the NB Girls+ Rock Camps (Fredericton + Moncton + Saint John)! You can also make a donation without submitting for an award here! // Cette année, on a supprimé les frais de mise en candidature pour les Prix MNB Awards + ajouté une boîte de dons au profit des camps Girls+ Rock du NB (Fredericton + Moncton + Saint Jean)! Vous pouvez également faire un don sans soumettre pour un prix ici!


COUNTRY: Co-writing retreat //  Retraite de co-écriture 
MNB is launching applications for a songwriting retreat focused on Country artists, as part of the Canadian Songwriter Challenge! The event will take place from July 15-18th in Miramichi NB.// MNB lance les soumissions pour une retraite de co-écriture pour artistes country, dans le cadre du Défi canadien de la chanson!  L’événement aura lieu du 15 au 18 juillet à Miramichi NB. +++ info >


SAVVY SESSION • SESSION SENSÉE  
MAY 13 // Marketing Plan 101 · Plan de marketing 101 
You’ve created something, now what? Developing a marketing plan can be overwhelming. Join Sarah Jamer from The Syrup Factory on May 13th to review the process of creating a functional marketing plan – including tips and tricks to focus on what really matters for you! +++ info >

NEXT DEADLINE // PROCHAINE DATE    

★ JUNE 1, 2021 ★
Emerging Artist • Marketing

★ 1 JUIN 2021 ★
Artiste en début de carrière • Marketing

mid-musicnb.org // dim-musicnb.org



Spectacle vitruel d’Émilie Landry  
L’artiste Émilie Landry propose un spectacle virtuel qui sera disponible en ligne, donc partout dans le monde, du 8 au 15 mai 2021. Ce spectacle célèbre le premier anniversaire de l’album qui a su faire ses preuves malgré les défis de la dernière année. Cet évènement virtuel a été tourné à Campbellton le dimanche 25 avril 2021 au Circolo Arts & Culture avec un public restreint et une superbe équipe technique. +++ info >


The Backstays’ Tributaries
“When the pieces first came together, it was about trying to escape but never being able to move on; like chasing after something intangible,” said The Backstays’ Serenna Chapman (she/her) of single ‘Forever Gold Bricks.’ “I’d say this is a cautionary tale about how running away, towards empty, superficial things ultimately never works.” That push and pull mark the defining faultline of Tributaries, The Backstays’ debut album. A meeting point between heartland rock songwriting and darker, atmospheric indie rock, Tributaries sees the band experimenting with a more expansive sound that equally evokes new wave and post-punk.  +++ info >


Mike Trask Shifts Gears
“My My, Bye Bye” is the latest single from Mike Trask’s upcoming album TV Dinner, which was written, performed, recorded to tape, and produced by Trask over a period of 3 years. TV Dinner will be available on vinyl and online Saturday, May 15.  +++ info >


SNB presents Future Promises  
“Future Promises” is a concert full of promising music and musicians and a promise of a music filled future in NB. This concert is part of SNB’s Emerging Artist Project.

Wednesday, May 12, 7:30 pm Imperial Theatre
Saturday, May 15, 7:30 pm The Playhouse 
Sunday, May 16, 2 pm Capitol Theatre +++ info >


David Myles at the Imperial Theatre  
May 06-07 // Award-winning and critically acclaimed Canadian singer-songwriter David Myles might be an undercover musicologist. Within his eclectic artistic continuum, he’s reverentially explored jazz, blues, pop, holiday music, French pop, rockabilly, country, folk, gospel, and even hip-hop.  +++ info >


New Music from Stephen Hero x Brydon Crain  
Earlier this year Saint John MC Stephen Hero and Fredericton songwriter/musician Brydon Crain (Motherhood) joined forces to create a unique project of alt-rap Saint John poetry over sample-based oddball beats. Their upcoming single is called ‘Please Don’t Bury Me,’ and is accompanied by a music video shot and edited by Josh Hooper, in Fredericton. +++ info >


La 20, un des grands succès d’Édith Butler repris par Troiselle  
Le beau temps revient et on ne peut s’empêcher de rêver de reprendre la route et aller à l’aventure. Un rêve qui pourra peut-être se réaliser l’été prochain sur la 20 au Québec, avec un peu de chance. Sinon, on en profitera pour sillonner nos routes et découvrir notre petit coin de pays tout en fredonnant La 20. +++ info >


Colin Fowley album release  
Wednesday, June 2 | 7:30 pm | The Playhouse
The unique character of Colin Fowlie’s music fuses elements of folk, rock, blues and Americana/Canadiana with a special blend of universally themed storytelling that, along with his down-to-earth personality, create a memorable and captivating listening experience.  +++ info >


New Song by Short For Arthur  
Moncton Based indie/alt Rock band Short For Arthur releases their 4th single ‘Note To Self’. Reminding us when keep to the simple morals in life it makes it much more enjoyable! Be sure to turn it up loud and take some notes!  +++ info >


New single from Adyn Townes  
Adyn Townes’ new single ‘Better’ (now available) is not about keeping the door open, but wishing you left yourself a spare key. The track was created from a one-sided conversation and a riff that seemed to write itself. You can find ‘Better’ on Townes’ upcoming EP ‘In Frames 2B’, which is set to be released at the end of May. Listen wherever you stream music! +++info>


Pallmer signs with Cymba Music  
Cymba Music Publishing is proud to announce the signing of Pallmer to their ever growing, eclectic roster. Connecting at the 2020 edition of Music/Musique NB’s Festival 506, the Toronto based global publishing company is currently introducing the duo’s entire catalogue to its worldwide network in support of their entire catalogue. +++ info >


«Bobby Ray» de Track of Rock  
Le groupe Track of Rock prépare un nouveau disque, en français, qui devrait voir le jour d’ici l’automne 2021. Pour faire patienter ses fans, le groupe lance pour les radios la chanson Bobby Ray. « C’est l’histoire d’un gars que tout le monde connaît parce qu’il y a un Bobby Ray dans chaque village. On le voit partout, il a toujours une bière à la main et une cigarette à la bouche. C’est le genre de gars qui se mène la vie dure… et qui ne fait pas toujours des choses légales », disent les membres du groupe en riant ! +++ info >


Brockway Biggs releases new single: Gift & Deed  
Brockway Biggs (aka Pimp Tea) released a new single “Gift & Deed”.  April is organ donation awareness month and the song shares the story of a friend who spent 7 years on dialysis due to kidney failure. Biggs started the song in 2012 in the hopes of raising awareness and to help his friend find a kidney.  It’s been a long journey as he has struggled with post-concussion syndrome, but is happy to share it. +++ info >


Spectacle au profit du Gala de la chanson de Caraquet  
Un spectacle bénéfice virtuel au profit du 52e Gala de la chanson de Caraquet, auquel une vingtaine d’artistes participent, sera présenté au grand public du 30 avril au 7 mai prochain. Afin de soutenir la pérennité du Gala de la chanson de Caraquet, véritable tremplin qui a contribué à l’épanouissement de plus de 600 artistes émergents depuis 1969, une vingtaine d’artistes unissent leurs voix dans le cadre d’un spectacle bénéfice.  +++ info >


Songwriters’ Circle
Songwriters’ Tour with Colin Fowlie, Kylie Fox + Blaire Nicolle pick up a local artist in each town they perform.

May 15 Halifax NS // The Carleton w/ Awolk +++ info >

FLOURISH Festival announces 50+ performers 
Fredericton’s FLOURISH Festival has shared an impressive line-up ahead of its June 10-13 edition, announcing Motherhood, Wolf Castle, Century Egg, Eliza Niemi, LXVNDR, and nearly fifty other artists. Festival performances will encompass music, art, installations, workshops, poetry, and more, in a mix of in-person and digital events.  +++ info >


RE:FLUX 16 Artist Lineup 
RE: FLUX is back for its 16th edition! From May 24 to 30, 2021, tune in to the programming – taking place mainly online – and enjoy the festival regardless of your COVID alert phase or colour code or geographical location! With: ANDRÉ CORMIER • EMILY KENNEDY • SARAH PAGÉ • ANNA SCHIMKAT • AMY BRANDON • DARREN COPELAND • JEREMIE JONES and more +++ 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 >



@ CHARLOTTE STREET ARTS CENTRE
Take a tour through the Centre’s current exhibits as if you were here, except you don’t have to wear a mask or go out into the cold. Enter through the West wing of the building and stroll through Ysabelle Vautour’s exhibit in the Penny Gallery. Next, make your way one-directionally through the Glencross Gallery to Diane Davis’s exhibit on the landing / the East Wing stairwell, and over to Kaitlin Hoyt’s exhibit in the West Wing stairwell and lobby.  +++ info >


@ THÉÂTRE DU MONUMENT-LEFEBVRE
22 MAI // Sous la direction artistique de Kevin McIntyre, vous êtes invités à un spectacle en personne qui connectera le public des salles la même soirée. Vous aurez accès à des artistes en personne et vous verrez en direct sur écran géant les artistes ainsi que le public des autres salles tout au long de la soirée. Avec Danny Boudreau, Jacques et Josiane Comeau, et Menoncle Jason et P’tit Belliveau. +++ info >


@ THE CAP
May 6 // Rock’n’Roll Bingo
May 7 // Cavedweller with A Lucid Nightmare
May 8 // Comedy Night
May 15// Justice For ARTPOP: Lady Gaga Drag Show 
May 16 // Tannery Summer Kick-Off! 
June 3 // Honey Gut + Run The River: Living Roots @ The Cap  +++ info >


@ THÉÂTRE CAPITOL THEATRE


May 16 // Future promises
May 22 // Spectacle Interconnecté
May 28 // SALTWATER SONGS, with Catherine MacLellan, Rachel Beck, Tim Chaisson
May 30 // A SEASONAL SERENADE, Camerata NB Concert

CLICK HERE for the full list of rescheduled and cancelled performances.


@ CENTRE DES ARTS D’EDMUNDSTON
Le Centre des arts d’Edmundston, situé dans une ancienne église au cœur du centre-ville, est un espace dédié à la création et à la diffusion des arts. Le Centre offre une programmation artistique variée, de qualité, par l’entremise de spectacles, d’ateliers de création et de formation et d’expositions. Véritable carrefour de créativité, c’est ici que les artistes et le public se rencontrent pour explorer diverses formes d’art. Il est un espace de découverte où la créativité bouillonne. +++ info >

@ CENTRE CULTUREL DE CARAQUET

Le Centre culturel de Caraquet offre gratuitement des locaux insonorisés pour les artistes et enseignant(e)s en musique et chant. 125 pieds carrés par local, un piano droit dans chaque local et autres instruments de musique disponibles sur demande. Pour réservations: 506.726.5001  +++ info >




NEW 2021 ECMA DATES ANNOUNCED
The East Coast Music Association (ECMA) has announced rescheduled dates for the virtual edition of the 2021 East Coast Music Awards: Festival & Conference, which was moved online last week, due to renewed concerns about rising COVID-19 numbers in Nova Scotia. This virtual celebration of East Coast Music will now occur June 9 – 13, 2021, entirely online. +++ info >


FRANCOFÊTE EN ACADIE


Les inscriptions aux vitrines 2021 et au répertoire d’offres de spectacles 22-23 sont lancées!
 
Rendez-vous sur notre site internet afin de connaître tous les détails. La date limite pour remplir un formulaire d’inscription est fixée au 28 mai. L’édition 2021 de la FrancoFête en Acadie à Dieppe sera réalisée en formule hybride du mardi 2 au samedi 6 novembre prochain.


Contact East 2021
Calling all Atlantic Canadian performers: artist submissions for Contact East 2021 are now LIVE! Contact East is APA’s hallmark showcase summit and Atlantic Canada’s premiere performing arts booking conference. The event brings together performing arts presenters, managers, and agents to see top-quality performances from a diverse range of artistic genres


The application deadline is Friday, May 21, 4pm AST. +++ info >

ARTS NB NEWS // NOUVELLES DE ARTS NB
The May 1st deadline for the Career development Program is coming up! Please note: since May 1st falls on a Saturday, you have until Monday May 3rd to submit your application. // La date limite du 1er mai pour le programme de Développement de carrière s’en vient vite! Veuillez noter : puisque la date limite du 1er mai tombe un samedi, vous avez jusqu’à lundi le 3 mai, pour déposer votre demande. +++ info >

NEWS FROM FACTOR
FACTOR will be holding a virtual information session on Thursday, May 6, 2021 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm ET.
The event is open to artists and entrepreneurs who self-identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Non-Binary, Intersex, Queer, Two-Spirit, Asexual, Genderqueer, including those who identify as part of the LGBTQ2 community, but use different terms or concepts to refer to their sexual orientation and/or gender identity and expression.+++ info >

NOUVELLES DE MUSICACTION
Lancé officiellement le 10 mars dernier, le Soutien aux événements de musique devant public (ou le SEP, pour faire plus simple!) vise à appuyer la présentation d’événements musicaux sécuritaires dans le contexte actuel, tels les spectacles, les vitrines et les tournées d’artistes canadiens, devant un public en présentiel comme en virtuel. La nouvelle initiative est dotée d’une enveloppe de 6 M$ et veut stimuler l’emploi d’artistes, de musiciens, de techniciens et autres travailleurs et fournisseurs de services canadiens du secteur musical.
May 5, 2021 in Uncategorized