Next Friday, September 30th, is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. There are many events happening throughout the city that you can attend to help support Indigenous families and communities on a day for somber reflection. If you head down to LeBreton Flats Park, you can join APTN and the National Centre for Truth […]
Some great Indigenous artists will perform at Canada Day celebrations at LeBreton Flats and Place des Festivals Zibi in Gatineau this year. The full list of performers was announced today, and it includes William Prince, Sebastian Gaskin, RIIT, and DJ Shub. Chantal Kreviazuk, Neon Dreams, and Charlotte Cardin are among the headliners at this year’s […]
If you’re like me, you’re seriously starting to crave some live music. Thankfully, the National Arts Centre has everyone covered. Early on Thursday, the NAC announced that they will be returning to in-person performances for their 2021-2022 season. The 2021-2022 season includes performances from Indigenous artists Shawnee Kish and William Prince, as well as […]
Canadian Music Week has announced the 2021 INDIES nominees. For it’s 20th year, Grimes leads with four nominations, with DVBBS, Snotty Nose Rez Kids and JJ Wilde right behind with three each. Some categories to watch include Indigenous Artist / Group or Duo of the Year, which includes nominees Buffy Sainte-Marie, Crystal Shawanda, Julian Taylor, […]
Folk Alliance is hosting Folk Unlocked Virtual Conference from February 22-26, 2021 to bring artists together digitally with workshops and panels. As part of the celebration, over 200 artists will perform from all across Turtle Island, including G.R. Gritt, Mimi O’Bonsawin, Terra Lightfoot, Emily Wurramara, William Prince and more. Check out the full artist listing here. Tickets are on a […]
Winterlude returns for the 43rd time, but this year’s celebrations will be brought to you virtually from February 5th until February 21st. Tune into the Canadian Heritage YouTube channel to catch all of the scheduled events, like ice-carving, musical acts, an ice–skating performance and more. This year, Winterlude is showcasing a virtual National Ice-Carving Competition […]
Bernie Sanders arrived at Wednesday’s inauguration ceremony as per usual. He’s known to dress a little frumpy on a good day. However, his latest fashion choice – a beige parka and a pair of very big mittens, drew a lot of sartorial attention. People were quick to praise him for his weather-sensible dressing choice. And […]
You’ll be able to celebrate the best in Canadian folk next spring! The 16th annual Canadian Folk Music Award nominees were announced on December 1st, 2020. Among the nominees is Indigenous folk artist William Prince, who received five nominations for his 2020 album, Reliever, including Contemporary Singer of the Year, Solo Artist of the Year and single of […]
Happy spring! Er, Friday! What a happy and sunny way to end what I would consider to be one of the gloomiest weeks we’ve had in a while here in the capital! As tempting as it is to get outside and enjoy this last bit of summer (or spring? I’m not sure!), we’ve got to […]
William Prince gave us not one, but two albums in 2020! His new album, Gospel First Nation, came out October 23rd on Six Shooter Records. The album is a gospel country record inspired by his childhood home on Peguis First Nation in Manitoba. Prince returned home to his First Nation during the pandemic to find comfort amidst all the uncertainty. […]