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Shad (shadk.com)
Hip-Hop from London, ON
Shadrach Kabango burst onto the hip-hop scene when he
won a radio competition – allowing him to record his 2005 debut, When This is Over. His second
release, The Old Prince, has garnered rave reviews across Canada. Shad has been hailed as
Canada’s best rapper. What stands out is his lyrical authenticity and
versatile musicality; Shad plays piano and bass, and his guitar-accompanied
freestyles have become a staple at concerts. His live performances are as
genuine and affable as his lyrics.
mewithoutYou (mewithoutyou.com)Post-Hardcore
from Philadelphia, PA
With a new album in the works for the summer,
mewithoutYou exhibits a creative musical style involving powerful rhythms,
overdriven guitars, chiming harps, woodwinds and an unconventional mixture
of sung, spoken and wailed vocals. They stand at the crossroads of
independence and mainstream acceptance. Signed to Tooth & Nail, their
rise to popularity in the indie circuit comes with a grain of controversy
as they attract a diversity of fans. It is impossible to overlook the rich
spiritual imagery in their music – and yet, their musical integrity
alone is enough to attract any music fan, regardless of their beliefs.
Jacob Moon (jacobmoon.com)Folk-Rock
from Hamilton, ON
His good looks, breathtaking tenor, and masterful
guitar technique cause the listener to wonder why Jacob Moon is not more
critically acclaimed. But he has always preferred the grassroots approach
– although he is no stranger to folk music awards. A steadfast
supporter of social justice initiatives, Jacob regularly puts his talents
to work at benefit concerts for the likes of International Justice Mission
and Compassion Canada.
Maclean (myspace.com/macleanband)Alternative
Rock from Vancouver, BC
Maclean play an ambient, melodious alternative rock
with a progressive edge. They achieved local acclaim with their album Hang This on Your Wall. With
this year’s release, Talker – and its promotional tour – they
demonstrate heightened sophistication and harmonious live performances,
accompanied by some clear fan favourites.
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Breaking The Fourth Wall (myspace.com/btfw)Experimental/Punk
from Montreal, PQ
Breaking the Fourth Wall experiences success in
infusing a message of liberation into an emblematically relentless sound.
Recently adopted by several musical instrument lines, they toured for most
of March – and are preparing to put out a new EP. Personable and
fan-oriented, they make time for hangouts in their touring schedule.
Garnering press and gathering crowds, Breaking The Fourth Wall is moving on
to new heights – with their fans alongside them.
Kassie Tyers (myspace.com/kassietyers)Acoustic/Folk from Sudbury,
ON
Kassie sees her music as ministry to the hurts of
feminine youth. Her folk-inspired, contemporary laments are true to
biblical form, ending not with despair but with hope – a beautiful
reflection of healing and restoration in Christ.
Life Support (lifesupportmusic.com)Rock/Worship
Arts from Antigonish, NS
With echoes of Switchfoot, Delirious? and Hillsong
United, Life Support’s history has been an ongoing mission of
inspired worship arts. Beginning with a group of friends at St. Francis
Xavier University, who were seeking to transform the atmosphere at their
school through worship, we fast forward to 2009 – with a JUNO and an
ECMA nomination. Life Support’s summer this year will include
festivals and a cross-Canada tour.
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