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DONNE-MOI TOUT

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Kelly Krow est un artiste Canadien d’origine Haïtienne qui fusionne rythmes entraînants et textes multilingues avec une authenticité vibrante. Sa musique, à la croisée du Konpa, du Zouk, du R&B et du Rap. Une invitation au voyage entre ses racines Haïtiennes et son univers contemporain. Avec une signature sonore unique et un grand sens du […]

Yo Soy Yo

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Ana Lía  lights up a room. Her voice captivates audiences with its bright, rich, and warm tone, as she impersonates the soul of each song in a way that transcends spoken language. She is vibrant, effortlessly charming, and her performances a delightful blend of powerful, emotional and fun. A Dominican-Canadian, Ana Lía’s childhood and adolescence […]

Future Village

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KIZABA – Biographie / Biography À quoi ressemblera la musique congolaise du futur ? Pour en ressentir la vibe et l’élévation, une seule voix conduit vers l’afro-futurisme, celle de Kizaba ! Artiste à part, pleinement habité par la musique de ses origines pour son immortalité, la Révélation Radio-Canada 2024-2025 est plus que jamais sous les […]

Warning (Akotika Ngai Te)

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AUDRÉ is a Toronto-based R&B artist of Congolese descent, celebrated for her soulful vocals and evocative songwriting. Her music seamlessly blends creativity and originality, offering listeners a deeply personal yet universally engaging experience. Beyond her artistry, AUDRÉ’s vibrant fashion sense and infectious personality set her apart, making her a dynamic presence in the entertainment world […]

Detox

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Nigerian-born, Toronto-based artist Ṣẹwà is a singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, composer, and producer whose music blends Afrobeat, Fuji, Jazz, R&B, Soul/Blues, and Pop into a rich, genre-defying sound. A fan once described her work as “the after-scent of rain,” capturing the emotional depth, soulfulness, and refreshing quality that defines her artistry. In 2021, Ṣẹwà sold out […]

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