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SUMMARY:Canada Black Music Archives : Black History Month Showcase
DESCRIPTION:The Canada Black Music Archives (CBMA) will be hosting their annual Black History Month Showcase on Thursday\, February 5th\, 2026! \nWith support from TD Bank Group through TD Ready Commitment and sponsored by the Government of Canada through the Department of Canadian Heritage\, this exciting FREE event will be hosted at the City of Toronto Archives and promises an exciting lineup with some of Toronto’s premier R&B and soul artists. \nThis special programming includes a daytime presentation with musician and esteemed chef Roger Mooking in conversation with CBMA co-founder Phil Vassell. \nThe evening showcase will feature stellar performances by veteran Black Canadian musician’s including Jully Black\, Liberty Silver\, Tanika Charles\, Divine Brown and Dru (In Essence)\, with mixes by DJ Carl Allen and hosted by Mel Boogie. \nRegistration is mandatory so grab your tickets below. Don’t miss your chance to celebrate Black music and culture with the CBMA this Black History Month!
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/canada-black-music-archives-black-history-month-showcase/
LOCATION:City of Toronto Archives\, Spadina Road 255\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5R 2V3\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Canada Black Music Archives - An Evening of Spoken Word & Dub Poetry
DESCRIPTION:The Canada Black Music Archives presents an Evening of Spoken Word & Dub Poetry on October 3rd\, at the City of Toronto Archives. This free event offers a night of discussion and powerful pieces from renowned poets in celebration of the city’s Poet Laureate\, Lillian Allen. \nOften praised as the “Godmother of Dub Poetry” Lillian Allen was one of several talented Toronto poets who helped carve out a home for the genre in the city\, through live performances\, festivals\, publications\, and education. Throughout its development she has remained a constant force in its message of resistance and upliftment. Opening the evening is panel discussion Perspectives on Dub Poetry’s History in Toronto\, hosted by former CIUT FM radio personality and educator\, Thando Hyman. The panel features academics\, spoken-word artists\, and culture critics\, who will offer their unique insights on the development\, influence\, and impact of dub poetry and spoken word in Toronto. Panelists include Professor Michael Bucknor from the University of Alberta\, Toronto music historian Klive Walker\, Canadian spoken word artist and Order of Ontario recipient Dwayne Morgan\, and award-winning author and Professor Natalee Caple of Brock University. \nFollowing the panel\, attendees will be treated to performances by an esteemed lineup of poets\, including Dwayne Morgan\, Andrea Thompson\, Desiree McKenzie\, Britta “Bee” Badour\, and Mathew-Ray “Testament” Jones\, the Poet Laureate for the Province of Ontario. The evening will culminate with a special performance by Lillian Allen herself\, and is hosted by Toronto’s Youth Poet Laureate\, Shahaddah Jack. Music will also be provided by the legendary DJ\, Carl Allen. \nDrinks and snacks will be available for purchase. Get your FREE tickets here now!
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/canada-black-music-archives-an-evening-of-spoken-word-dub-poetry/
LOCATION:City of Toronto Archives\, Spadina Road 255\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5R 2V3\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Black History Month with the Canada Black Music Archives
DESCRIPTION:CBMA proudly presents Canadian Cyphers: Elements of Toronto Hip-Hop\, an exhibition that highlights Canada’s contribution to the hip-hop genre\, with a special focus on Toronto. Often overlooked due to the popularity of our neighbours to the south\, Canadian hip-hop is long overdue for its flowers. \nExplore our audiovisual presentation and collection of iconic albums\, photographs\, memorable flyers\, magazines\, and more. Immerse yourself in the sounds and stories that shaped Toronto’s hip-hop culture. \n Dates: Saturday\, February 1\, 2025 – Friday\, February 28\, 2025 \n Times: Mon-Fri\, 9 AM – 4 PM\, daily \n Location: City of Toronto Archives: 255 Spadina Road\, Toronto\, ON M5R 2V3 \n Admission: FREE!
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/celebrate-black-history-month-with-the-canada-black-music-archives/
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SUMMARY:Canada Black Music Archives - Black History Month Celebration
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to a Black History Month Celebration! \nThe evening will feature performances by legendary artists Michie Mee\, Shakura S’Aida\, Jay Douglas\, Kobena Aquaa-Harrison\, and DJ Carl Allen\, and will be hosted by Michael Williams. The event will also feature a display focussing on the life and accomplishments of Eric Mercury\, and will feature a special address from Rosemary Sadlier.
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SUMMARY:Canada Black Music Archives Launch
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Canada Black Music Archives Official Launch Pop-Up featuring live performances by Liberty Silver and DJ Carl Allen.Canada Black Music Archives (CBMA) is a brand-new digital repository dedicated to preserving and celebrating the rich and diverse musical heritage of Black Canadians. \n🍻 Plus\, savour a beer on us from Lake of Bays Brewing Company! \nClick to reserve your spot and celebrate Canada’s rich history of Black music with us.
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