Music BC

09/01/2026

One tip from Heather Gardner? Don't be afraid to get to know your music supervisors. 🎶

Building genuine relationships and asking questions will get you far in this industry.

08/28/2026

08/27/2026

With magnetic charisma, Philadelphia-born, Vancouver-raised singer-songwriter AHSIA (pronounced UH-SIGH-UH) stands as one of Vancouver's most compelling musical forces.

Fusing blends of neo-soul, hip-hop, and jazz with fearless storytelling and magnetic presence.

Listen to her latest single “So Nice” ➡️ https://tr.ee/3QEFFgV-3x

08/27/2026

BC MUSIC INDUSTRY MEMBERS!

Applications are now open to attend Come Together, a music showcase and industry networking opportunity this November in Toronto.

Come Together is a cross-Canada initiative centred on fostering industry and team connections, team building and business strategy between music professionals from across the country.

Spots are limited, apply here: https://airtable.com/appPXFP2QkrXiHpsK/shrUoxOQnFLqfea5g

08/26/2026

Having a team behind you is great, but knowing how to manage, support and grow that team is an important part of building your career.

In this Jumpstart Foundations module, Piers Henwood breaks down what it takes to build and manage a team, so you can spend more time focusing on what you do best.

Learn more about building your music career through Jumpstart Foundations, our free on-demand series covering essential topics for artists and creative professionals: https://youtu.be/lZoGxOCxZuo?si=tgY4Mzw4s3jIJ1Ck&utm_source=social&utm_medium=YouTube&utm_campaign=jumpstart

08/21/2026

Wondering what you can apply for next? We’ve rounded up some upcoming opportunities and deadlines to keep on your radar. 💜

Opportunities
- Breakout West Delegate Conference Registration Open
- Focus Wales Applications Open - November 1
- Indigenous Music Summit Artist Showcase Submissions Open

Deadlines
- Creative BC Career Development - Sept 9
- FACTOR Canada Juried Sound Recording - Sept 10
- Creative BC Live Music - October 7
- FACTOR Canada Business Development - October 22
- Creative BC Record in BC - October 30

Rolling Deadlines:
- FACTOR Canada Live Performance, Songwriter Development Video
- SOCAN Foundation Travel Assistance, Professional Development Assistance
- Canada Council Travel, Residencies, Professional Development for Artists, Research and Creation, Creating, Snowing and Sharing: The Arts and Cultures of First Nations, Inuit and Mètis Peoples

08/20/2026

Vancouver-based Malaysian-Filipina R&B artist Zelle Eliz is carving out her own lane with a sound wrapped in silk, layered in velvet, and laced with attitude.

Her latest single, “4 NOTHIN,” captures Zelle’s signature sound in an effortless summer groove — sweet, sassy, and impossible not to move to. Four years after stepping away from music, her comeback is turning heads well beyond Vancouver, with “4 NOTHIN” marking only her second release of the year and reaching audiences across Canada and Southeast Asia.

Sweet when she wants to be, bold when she needs to be, Zelle’s music balances softness with confidence. Sweet enough to pull you in and bold enough to keep you listening.

Listen to her latest single “4 NOTHIN” ➡️ https://greentea.lnk.to/4NOTHIN

08/19/2026

Our Jumpstart Career Consultation program is open to all BC artists and industry professionals to access a free one hour session to jumpstart your music career, whether you're just getting started or need some extra guidance.

Consultations are accepted on a first come, first served basis. Learn more about the program and sign up today ➡️ https://bit.ly/3iBJt7R

08/14/2026

Looking for some new tunes? Our recap playlist has been updated with the latest releases from BC artists. 🎸

Are you a Music BC member? Submit your new release through the member portal.

Save the playlist now ➡️ https://open.spotify.com/playlist/63SDYaR8YgdWYyWPyb2sCt?si=iSCozPSHQ26S35tHqguIJg

08/13/2026

David Vertesi is a Vancouver-based songwriter, producer, and founding member for Hey Ocean!. His most recent LP, Fictionalized (2024), marked a confident return to his solo voice—anchored by his distinct, unmistakable bass vocal and a gift for pairing sweeping melodies with emotional candor.

This summer, Vertesi releases Hard Time, a laid-back acoustic guitar-led song that will have you bobbing your head to the trials and tribulations of losing friends to conspiracy theories and internet rabbit holes.

Listen to his latest single ‘Hardtime’ ➡️ https://orcd.co/dv-hardtime