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Having cut her teeth as a publicist, with a client list that included Arcade Fire and Black Kids, Veitch has worked in the music business a decade as an artist manager, label rep, panel programmer, consultant and most recently with indie publisher, Third Side Music. Since joining TSM four years ago to head up licensing and consulting for games, ads and trailers in Los Angeles, she has worked on intensive projects with Rockstar Games, Electronic Arts, Apple, Disney, Nike, Chevy and Guinness. She works regularly with her roster of artists, which includes Amon Tobin, De Lux, Quantic, Young Fathers, and Dan Boeckner (Divine Fits/Operators/Handsome Furs), to bring together unlikely pairings and create new music for theatrical and advertising campaigns and games.

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Cheryl studied classical percussion at McGill University in Montreal, where she was born and raised. She has toured Canada, U.S., and Europe with The Yiddish Theatre of Montreal. She spent years in New York City where she honed her skills of playing anything from Rock and Roll, Klezmer, to Celtic as well as Middle Eastern music. She now uses her style of percussion to enhance the music of such artists as Jonathan Edwards, Pat Wictor, Tracy Grammer and her group RUNA. Cheryl is also a songwriter and President of NERFA (Northeast Regional Folk Alliance).

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Bruce is President of Halifax based (MMII) Music Marketing International Inc. MMII offers domestic and international artist management, booking and marketing services. MMII also provides event organization and management, creates seminars and workshops for music & cultural industry professional development, cultural market research and consulting to cultural enterprises. MMII also produces the annual January/February Blues Meltdown series throughout the Maritimes, the Halifax Natal Day Bluesfest and this year produced a Canada Day family event in Quispamsis and a mid July Louisbourg Rocks concert at Fortress Louisbourg.

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Since arriving in Canada in 1985 during the height of political repression in his native Guatemala, Alfredo Caxaj has truly made a difference in his adopted community of London, Ontario. With an intuitive understanding of the power of the arts, and of cultural diversity as the very essence of the human experience, his vision has remained tenacious and his organizing skills tireless.Selected by The London Free Press as one of his city’s 150 most influential individuals past & present, Alfredo continues to change the face of London - and the face of London continues to change Alfredo!

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A L F R E D O C A J A XE X E C U T I V E + A R T D I R E C T O RS U N F E S T L O N D O N

Andy is an established leader in the cultural industries sector with knowledge of signature music events locally, nationally and internationally.Arriving from Manchester, England in 1982, Andy started his career as a Canadian recording artist, completing two albums for Sony Records with his band the Tenants.In 1994, Andy Co-Founded and became Managing Director of North By Northeast Conferences Inc. (NXNE) based in Toronto. Over a period of 18 years he established the NXNE brand to be recognized world wide as Canada’s premier showcase event for the best new music.In April 2014, Andy accepted the position as Executive Director of ECMA, and re-located to Halifax, Nova Scotia.

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Ari began his work with Polydor/Atlas Records, in the early ‘90s. He then joined up with Capitol Records as a marketing representative. Working with major artists such as John Spencer, George Clinton, and Radiohead, Nisman built a strong working knowledge for marketing and promotion. But it was his work with younger bands that gave him more pleasure. He supported budding acts (at the time) such as Stir, Less Than Jake, and Jimmy Eat World during his stay there.Nisman transitioned into the booking world in 2001 when he built Degy Booking International, an international booking agency aimed at launching up-and-coming music acts. The company is now one of the largest providers of music to the N. American college market; booking well over 2000 shows a year.

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H A L E Y Z A V OE X E C U T I V E D I R E C T O RK I N G ’ S P L AY H O U S E

The King’s Playhouse, has been entertaining guests for over 114 years. Haley has recently joined the Playhouse as their newest Executive Director. Haley holds a Bachelors degree in Music, First Class Standing (Queen’s University), is an accomplished musician and singer, and has amassed a wealth of successes in theatre, music, community based arts and administration in both non-profit and profit organizations.

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D E R E K A N D R E W SA R T I S T I C D I R E C T O RLUMINATO AND MUNDIAL MONTREAL

Derek is Music Curator at Toronto’s Luminato Festival, artistic director of Mundial Montreal, chairs the JUNO Award World Music advisory committee, is an Associate Member of the European Forum of Worldwide Music Festivals and President of the Toronto Blues Society. Derek’s Global Café consulting management service supports artists such as Suzie Vinnick, Quique Escamilla and Kobo Town.

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Emile has been at the helm of the Magdalen

Islands regional show promoter Au Vieux Treuil since 2007. His studies in film communications, his further training in music, music recording and physical acoustics give him a strong and diversified knowledge. He has worked in many sectors of the performing arts both on the Islands and in Montreal.

J E R E M Y G I A C O M I NA S S O C I A T EP A Q U I N A R T I S T S A G E N C Y

Jeremy joined the PAA in August 2013 as an assistant and has since risen through the ranks

J E N N I F E R C A M P B E L LE X E C U T I V E D I R E C T O RS M A L L H A L L S I N C

Small Halls Inc. is a not for profit in Charlottetown PE; which among other projects produces the award winning “Festival of Small Halls”. The Festival of Small Halls is an eleven-day, traditional music, dance and storytelling festival held in June of each year. In 2014 the Festival of Small Halls presented 45 events, which were held in 40 venues across the Island.

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CHRISTINE MARIE GLADUG E N E R A L M A N A G E RC A R R E F O U R

Christine has studied classical piano 17 years to become a concertist. She has worked with Monique Deschaussées (interpretation) from Paris and Montreal-based conductor Lorraine Prieur. She has worked with Raymond Daveluy, organist at Saint-Joseph’s Oratory in Montreal as well as with Philippe Bélanger.She then concentrated her energy on her Ph.D. studies in Theology and wishes to resume her interpretation works as well as composing.

C H U C K W E N T W O R T HO W N E R + O P E R A T O RL A G N I A P P E P R O D U C T I O N SLagniappe Productions

C O D Y P A R T R I D G EM U S I C C O O R D I N A T O RS U P E R S O N I C C R E A T I V E I N C

For just under 5 years Cody has been climbing through the industry working on projects such as Canadian television series Rookie Blue, Saving Hope, Orphan Black and countless independent films. He has had the opportunity so Music Supervise on a number of projects, most recently Silent Retreat winner of Best Canadian Feature at the

After Dark Film Festival. Working in the Music industry has been a life long goal for Cody and with the years of experience through internships, part time work and now full time, he truly is “Living the Dream”.

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He has over 20 years experience in the music business and has worked with independent and major label artists. Darin has managed publicity & promotion for LOLA (London Ontario Live Arts) Fest, and the Jack Richardson Music Awards, worked as Production & Marketing Coordinator at the award-winning Aeolian Hall, and hosted a weekly radio show at CHRW in London.

has been producing festivals across the USA for the past thirty years. Lagniappe’s festivals have ranged far and wide in scope presenting such diverse styles of music such as folk, roots, Americana, blues, bluegrass, old timey, Cajun, Zydeco, rock, rockabilly, swing, country, jazz, New Orleans, African, Latin, French Canadian, Norteno and many other styles, often in the same festival.

Justin currently represents a roster of around 40 artists in North America, as well as many in S. America, Australia, Japan and the Pacific Rim. His roster is diverse in genres with acts such as: Four Year Strong, Murder by Death, American Football, Killer Mike, Caspian, among others. Justin also has experience as a concert promoter, as he was the coordinator of MACRoCk (Mid-Atlantic College Radio Conference) while he earned his Bachelor’s degree at James Madison University, where he booked such acts as: Sufjan Stevens, of Montreal, Mates of State, Fugazi, Animal Collective, and many others. He also held the positions of: Business Manager, Assistant Program Director and DJ at the university’s 24-hour, student-run radio station WXJM 88.7FM.

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J O Y C E L I NA S S T . M U S I C S U P E R V I S O RAGORAPHONE MUSIC DIRECION

Joyce worked at a small music publishing company in Los Angeles before moving to New York, where she received a Master of Arts in Music Business from NYU. Throughout her four years with Agoraphone, she has collaborated primarily on commercials, and has gained experience in independent film and TV.

JUSTIN BRIDGEWATERA G E N TT H E A G E N C Y G R O U P

K A T E B E R G M A NM U S I C S U P E R V I S O Rm O c e a n

Kate Bergman is an experienced Music Supervisor specializing in Television, Film, Trailers and Promo Campaigns. Kate has an extensive history as a musician herself, having spent the majority of her life studying the craft. While attending Berklee College of Music she focused on jazz and professional music with the goal of finding a career in the music industry that would both promote and protect artists.

M A R K D i C I C C OA G E N T / P R O D . C O O R D I N AT O R D E G Y E N T E R T A I N M E N T

After earning his degree in Public Relations and

‘Longevity John’ is president of the Duncan

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J O F R O S TE D I T O RS O N G L I N E S

Songlines is one of the most respected publications on music from around the world. The magazine celebrated its 100th issue in April and the Songlines Music Awards are now in their sixth year, with an Award Winners concert taking place in November. Jo has been on the showcase selection panels for WOMEX and Babel Med in France.

JODIE FERNEYHOUGHF O U N D E R + P R E S I D E N TC C S R I G H T S M A N A G E M E N T

CCS Rights Management is a globally minded company rooted in the stability and business discipline of music rights management that extends to brand development and strategic management for content creators. Before founding CCS Rights Management, Jodie was Managing Director for Universal Music Publishing Group. His artists have been nominated for or were awarded accolades from the Juno Awards, East Coast Music Awards, SOCAN Awards, Country Music Awards, Much Music Video Awards, Grammy Awards and Latin Grammy Awards. He is a founding patron to the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame and is the co-founder of the Unison Benevolent Fund.

J O E S C H I A V O ND I R E C T O RTRANSMISSION MUSIC GROUP

Joe has been working in the live music sector for 7 years, promoting concerts around the UK at venues, working with artists including: Mumford and Sons, Dexys, Foals, Echo and the Bunnymen, Razorlight, Pete Doherty, White Lies and many more. Following a first visit to Canada in April 2014, he is now working on putting together an exchange programme for Canadian and British artists, aiming to roll out from spring 2015.

J O H N F A L K N E RO W N E R + O P E R A T O R DUNCAN GARAGE SHOWROOM

as an associate, working with acts such as Sierra Noble, NQ Arbuckle, Chic Gamine and more. With a love for live music and previous experience in advertising and film promotion, Jeremy brings a passion for the entertainment industry in all of its various forms. He is currently building up an impressive roster of emerging talent that he is excited to share with the world.

Cowichan Festival Society. Having just celebrated his 15th annual 50th birthday party, John has been presenting concerts around Duncan BC in various local locations since 1989 as ‘Longevity John’s Musical Treats’. In 2003, he opened The Duncan Garage Showroom - a heralded venue for 65 in a theatre setting that showcases all styles of music, with over 2600 concerts in just over 10 years.

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Nicole Rochefort has been contributing to the performing arts industry since 2001. She has worked at both LiveTourArtists and Kids’ Entertainment. In 2010 Nicole established AIM: Artists In Motion. AIM is an independent booking agency representing all genres of music. Nicole is former director of the Board for Folk Music Ontario (formerly Ontario Council of Folk Festivals).

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R I K C O U C H E ZF O U N D E RD E E R L Y C K E F O L K F E S T I V A L

Deerlycke Festival stands for music quality and family coziness. We have a big tradition in the folk-roots genre.

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Since Peymon graduated from USC’s Film Production program in 1999, he has Music Supervised over 40 film and television projects. In 2012 he moved into advertising, working exclusively on the Apple brand for Media Arts Lab in Los Angeles.

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A graduate of both York University and the University of Toronto, he was an elementary teacher in Scarborough

and in Orillia for over 30 years, specializing in music. He is also currently Vice President of the Mariposa Folk Foundation. He also wrote a weekly column for the Toronto Star for 32 years and is the President of the Stephen Leacock Associates, the group which administers the annual Stephen Leacock Medal for Humour award. Mike lives with his wife Bonnie in Orillia, ON.

M I K E C A M P B E L LO W N E R + O P E R A T O RT H E C A R L E T O NMike worked for MuchMusic for 18 years as host of 3 shows. Some highlights include booking the Marquee Club (Halifax’s largest venue at the time) in 2004/5 and producing JunoFest in Halifax in 2006. Owner operator of The Carleton, one of Halifax’s top small venues, Mike is also a founder of the Halifax Urban Folk Festival (HUFF).

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T H E D E L E G A T E SAdvertising, ‘Chico’ began working as a production assistant for Grammy Award winning producer, Charlie Peacock (The Civil Wars, Switchfoot, Kris Allen). While maintaining steady studio work, he also operated as a consultant for EMI working with Artist Development on new media marketing strategies. Chico left the studio to begin tour managing, and spent the next several years on the road handling day-to-day operations for major label artists. During that time he met Degy President/CEO, Ari Nisman, and in early 2014 joined the Degy Entertainment team.

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An early starter, Martin joined his first pro band at age 16. He eventually formed his own band, Cold Shoulder, and then finally the more successful, Blue Sugar.Martin then moved into

Backline Tech, Stage and Tour Management, working with the likes of GUN, Nazareth, and many more, before setting up his own booking agency. In 2012, Martin was awarded Booking Agent of The Year at the Scottish New Music Awards. With a roster that includes, and has included The Quireboys, Bonafide, Tyketto, The Amorettes, and Canada’s own, The Trews, Kobra & The Lotus and the late, great, Jeff Healey, Martin is one of the UK’s biggest independent Agents, and can proudly say he counts the artists on his roster as friends as well.

M I C H A E L J A W O R E KV P T H E B I R C H M E R EMichael has been a promoter for over 40 years, presenting pop/jazz/blues/world beat music. Michael is a co-founder of the Washington Area Music Awards. He has been a NARAS member &

M I C H E L L E A Q U I L AT OARTIST RELATIONS AND MARKETINGAMERICANA MUSIC ASSOCIATIONMichelle Aquilato began her career in the music business with Sony Music in Los Angeles where she spent 10+ years marketing uch acts as Pearl Jam, Aerosmith, Bruce Springsteen, Dixie Chicks, Bob Dylan, Fiona Apple, Modest Mouse and many more. In 2001 she was promoted to Epic Records in NYC as Senior Director Sales & Marketing East Coast and spent 5 years there until relocating to Nashville in 2007.

served on the Wash DC Board of Governors for philanthropy of NARAS. Recently, he received the Int’l Talent Buyers Association “Club Buyer of the Year”.

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PEI’s folk-singing sisters quickly ascended to the national stage when they were named national finalists in the 2013 CBC Searchlight Contest. Since, the duo has made up for lost time by releasing their well-received studio debut and sharing their sweet harmonies with ardent audiences throughout the Maritimes.

AMY & RACHEL BECK

Raised between two potato fields on Prince Edward Island, Ashley Condon is the grandchild of Bill Leblanc, a Canadian country pioneer who once spent the night in jail with Hank Snow. Like pecan pie – sweet and nutty – Ashley has

ASHLEY CONDON

won audiences over with her larger-than-life stage presence and down-to-earth charm. Growing up on everything from old-time country to folk, blues and soul, her music resonates.

Catherine is a songwriter and international touring musician who is set to release her much anticipated fifth record, The Raven’s Sun, August 2014. Having released four records with legendary Canadian label, True North Records, she has toured extensively across North America, Europe and the UK which has earned her a strong fan base worldwide. Her latest record, Silhouette, has received critical acclaim within North America and abroad, winning the 2013 Canadian Folk Music Award for Best Songwriter and Folk Recording of the Year at the ECMAs.

CATHERINE MACLELLAN

TARMO NORMAAD I R E C T O RE T M C

Tarmo is a musician, teacher, organizer of different events focused on traditional music. He has graduated from Viljandi Culture Academy traditional music department with main instrument diatonic accordion. 2006-2013 he worked as a program director in Estonian Traditional Music Centre finding perfomers for numerous festivals and concerts all over Estonia. Since the end of 2013 he is the director of the same organisation. ETMC teaches, promotes, and preserves Estonian traditional music. The Center established the non-formal educational centre August Pulst School and the Traditional Music Center Library and concert venue in Viljandi. It also organizes one of the biggest festivals in Estonia Viljandi Folk Music festival.

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S A M I R B A I J A LA R T I S T I C D I R E C T O RH I L L S I D E F E S T I V A L

Sam also works for the University of Guelph where he has been presenting concerts, organizing special events and promotions for the students and community for over 25 years. He enjoys his work immensely and is very passionate about live music.

SHAWNTE SAL ABERTV P O F C R E A T I V ES U G A R O O !

For three years, Shawnté wrote and produced the iTunes Weekly Rewind, a podcast about the intersection of music and pop culture, and is now a contributor to Modern Hiker and Trunkworthy. Before moving to Los Angeles, she served as Managing Director of 3rd Ward, an arts organization in Brooklyn, acted as Studio Manager for noted photographer Craig Cameron Olsen, dabbled in music journalism and worked as a school social worker.

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STEFANIA PATERAKP R O G R A M M I N G M A N A G E RM A S S E Y H A L L

Stefania is the Programming Manager at the Corporation of Massey Hall and Roy Thomson Hall where she works as part of a team to present a wide variety of programming. She is excited by innovative ways to develop artists and audiences, cultivating those relationships and building communities. Stefania currently sits on the Board of CAPACOA (Canadian Arts Presenting Association).

SHELLEY NORDSTROMI N T ’ L E X P O R T M A N A G E RE C M A

In her current role as International Export

Manager for ECMA, Shelley has created a program which identifies and pursues new markets and international export opportunities for the Atlantic Canadian music industry. Her in-depth knowledge, expertise and contact base continues to expand the reach of east coast artists and create new opportunities to showcase Canadian talent on a global stage.

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Sean Russell is an artist manager who has worked with many different artists from all around the globe, including Grammy winning artist Alex Cuba, Canadian Rock band The Trews and many others.

Jordan has performed and showcased across the maritimes, received 6 Music PEI award nominations and a nomination for Folk Album Of The Year at the 2012 ECMAs. His newest album, “Your History” was released in 2013.

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Born and raised in Ireland, Irish now lives in Maritime Canada. She has played across Europe, Australia, Middle East and the UK. Her North American performances include Stan Rogers Folk Festival, ECMW, FAI & Mariposa. Mythen’s second Canadian album “Open Here” was nominated for Roots Album of the Year ECMA 2012.

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J O R D A N C A M E R O N

Having grown up in a musical family Katie is ready to stake a claim to a place in the rich history and tradition of Canadian East Coast singer/songwriters. She is a singer/songwriter from Belfast PE and was the 2011 recipient of the Lynn Grishko Memorial award from Music PEI as the most promising female artist.

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A Welsh speaker with Bajan heritage, seventeen year old Kizzy Crawford’s solo career began just two years ago. In that time, Kizzy has developed an increasing sophistication to her songwriting and performance, this is complimented by her soaring voice that boasts both range and charisma.

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Four piece, high energy folk/roots band from Charlottetown PEI, Focusing on heavy instrumental melodies and intricate harmonies. Taking from as many different influences as possible to create one very diverse, and versatile sound.

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Chas Guay is a singer/songwriter, composer, producer, bassist and guitarist whose works comprise musical theatre, documentaries, film and television. His distinctive voice, musically and vocally, highlights his original R&B/Soul, Jazz, Rock, Folk compositions. He is a consummate musician/songwriter and currently seeks expanded distribution & profile of his music.

C H A S G U AY

Coyote is a progressive pop-rock band hailing from Charlottetown, PEI. Often described as a ‘wall of sound’, Coyote features a good mix of acoustic and electric

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sounds. Front-man Josh Carter has a way with words and speaks of friendships, lovers, living life to the fullest, and growing up while staying young.

Ever have your door kicked in by five thugs collecting on a debt? Hopefully you haven’t but the sound of Death Valley Driver would be the soundtrack. The five-piece mixes the classic hard rock of AC/DC, the sludge of Black Sabbath, and the urgency of Motorhead into a Molotov cocktail of metal.

DEATH VALLEY DRIVER

Dylan Menzie is an up and coming artist from Belle River, PEI. The indie rocker’s love for his home on the east coast is shown in his writing and style. Quickly gaining a reputation as a captivating entertainer his debut EP “Heather Avenue” was released on October 22nd, 2013.

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With a slight bend of his knee, Gordie MacKeeman launches into a song. Guided by the sharp cuts of his fiddle, his famous crazy legs shake and twist with a laughing regard for physics. The whole time, his Rhythm Boys deliver a surefooted roots instrumentation to accompany the spectacle. It’s a joyful sight that divides the line between the band and the audience.

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Dennis Ellsworth is a prolific songwriter characterized by a

DENNIS ELLSWORTH

kind of dark optimism that’s informed by early influences such as Roy Orbison, Neil Diamond and Kris Kristofferson. Skydiggers guitarist, Josh Finlayson, produced his most recent release, Hazy Sunshine that blends pop, soul, rock and roll and classic Americana.

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Racoon Bandit has released two independent albums, with 2011’s Into the Hills turning heads across the country and several Music PEI awards. The group is now hard at work on their third full-length, expected to be released by the end of 2014.

R A C O O N B A N D I TTeresa Doyle is a vocal explorer with 11 CDs to her credit. She sings Gaelic, jazz, folk, Celtic, swing and latin music. She appears with her son, multi-instrumentalist Patrick Bunston performing music from her highly acclaimed new release, Song Road produced by Jaron Freeman-Fox.

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The Meds are quickly establishing themselves as one of Eastern Canada’s most exciting new groups. Whether bending ears with a stripped down acoustic set, or melting faces with their electric rock show,

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World class award winning fiddler Richard Wood and guitarist/vocalist Gordon Belsher present lightning hot jigs and reels along with the “kitchen party” warmth of song, dance, and a few surprises!

R I C H A R D W O O D &G O R D O N B E L S H E R

Since the release of Tim Chaisson’s acclaimed album The Other Side in 2012 via Bumstead Productions, Chaisson has ventured across the globe performing to ever-expanding audiences. He’s amassed his share of awards including the 2014 & 2012 MusicPEI Touring Artist Of The Year and 2013 East Coast Music Award Best Roots Solo Recording Award.

TIM CHAISSON

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Meaghan Blanchard is a singer/songwriter from Hunter River PEI. She draws a lot of her

MEAGHAN BLANCHARD

Dixon is a 21st century blues and folk songster with a powerful voice and engaging onstage presence. As frontman of his Americana group, Saddle River String Band, Mike won ECMA & PEI Music Awards, & his song ‘Bye Bye PEI’ was featured in the stage production of ‘Come All-Ye’. Mike has appeared on many stages including The Harvest Jazz & Blues Fest, Stan Rogers Folk Fest, Dutch Mason Blues Fest, The Indian River Festival & many more.

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Mitch is a 30 year veteran of the Maritime Canadian music scene. Whether fronting his band or performing solo, Mitch brings his blend of folk, tradional and rock to the 150 plus songs he has composed. A weaver of tales, Schurman’s live performances are spellbinding.

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An Island sensation for years, Nudie has toured long and far and played in venues of all sizes across North America. He plays his music the way Hank Williams would have liked it: great songwriting, minimal instrumentation, a strong voice and an everyman attitude.

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In 2013 she was nominated for the BBC Folk Awards Horizon Award and selected for a creative fellowship with the English Folk Dance and Song Society at London’s Cecil Sharp House, funded by the BBC Performing Arts Fund. She sings both traditional folk songs and her own compositions, and accompanies her uniquely pure voice with guitar, shruti box (an idea she “nicked” off fellow folk artist Karine Polwart), piano and harmonium.

MAZ O’CONNORPaper Lions’ indie rock shines with sunny melodies, clear-voiced harmonies, and clanging guitars. With over 4M views of YouTube video “Travelling”, their latest single My Friend has spent 24 consecutive weeks on Canada’s Alternative Rock chart.

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inspiration for performing and songwriting from her grandparents and the memories of the Saturday night dances at the community hall where she got to hear them play. The latest album “She’s Gonna Fly” was released in September 2013 and brought Meaghan her second ECMA in April 2014 along with two Music PEI awards.

Dear Showcase PEI Delegates,

Welcome to the 7th annual Showcase PEI. This event has brought over 160 delegates from around the world to experience the music of Prince Edward Island and we are grateful you have chosen to take precious time out of your lives to join us. We may not be any easy place to get to but we think you will find it worth it! Over the course of 3 days we hope to take you on a voyage of discovery of some of our finest creators of music. PEI is steeped in tradition when it comes to music with influences from around the globe and our artists have performed on some of the biggest and most iconic stages in the world. From Carnegie Hall, to Glastonbury, The Philadelphia Folk Festival to Summerfest and many more, PEI artists have been ambassadors for this very special place. We are fortunate to have support from our funders and wish to thank them, in particular Innovation PEI, ACOA and FACTOR who have continued to support Music PEI and our members as they work to build successful careers in the music business. On behalf of all of our members, we hope you enjoy our PEI hospitality, our music and our home! Sincerely,Rob OakieExecutive DirectorMusic PEI

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