INDIES

2012 PERFORMERS ANNOUNCED…PASSION PIT

admin — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 21:20:54 +0000

Sonic visionaries Passion Pit will close out the evening with their brand of electro-pop in a headline concert. Hear some of your favourites from the band’s first two albums – Manners and Chunk of Change – while getting a sneak peek into new material from their forthcoming release due early this year.

2012 PERFORMERS ANNOUNCED…THE SHEEPDOGS

admin — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 21:19:36 +0000

While most rock bands are all too focused on the riff, the Sheepdogs remember the importance of those other elements that make for great rock music: melody, harmony and groove. To see them live is pure rock and roll jubilation.

2012 PERFORMERS ANNOUNCED…DAN MANGAN

admin — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 21:18:19 +0000

Once a mere fresh faced folk singer from Vancouver, Canada, Dan Mangan now stands at the world’s doorstep. The evolution of Mangan’s music is instinctively in line with its breadth and sincerity.

2012 PERFORMERS ANNOUNCED…RICH AUCOIN

admin — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 21:17:55 +0000

Part indie-rock preacher, part wonder-kind. Aucoin wants to be surrounded by everyone he knows and loves and everyone he has yet to know and love every night forevermore. Cash in your golden ticket to an all inclusive electro-pop dance explosion.

2012 PERFORMERS ANNOUNCED…THE PACK A.D.

admin — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 21:15:53 +0000

Braving a bombardment of devils, ghosts, mutants, and arseholes, the determination and prowess of drum demolisher Maya Miller and belligerent guitarist/vocalist Becky Black has never been so palpable. The Vancouver duo’s confidence in the studio and skill as musicians has grown exponentially between records, culminating with an epically fierce explosion of blues, punk, and garage rock that dwarfs all those before it.

2012 PERFORMERS ANNOUNCED…YOUNG EMPIRES

admin — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 21:14:53 +0000

Defined by swirling synthesizer tones, fervent bass rhythms, and soulful guitar licks, Young Empires deliver fresh, yet distinguished dance tracks full of swagger, sexuality, and occasionally a little angst.

Nominations Now Open

admin — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 15:32:45 +0000

On March 24, 2012 we’ll be announcing the winners of the 12th Annual INDIES. But first, we need the nominees. Will your name be on the list? Submit your nomination(s!) for your chance to be recognized by your industry peers, media and fans alike. Help us celebrate your achievements among the independent music community.

Who & How to Submit

bessie — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 01:45:14 +0000

Submissions are being accepted through Sonicbids at www.sonicbids.com/indies2012 as well as here, through the Indie Awards website until November 15, 2011. Artists or their representatives (including labels and managers) can submit nominations on their behalf. All submissions completed before October 31^st will receive discounted pricing.

The eligibility period for all awards categories will run from August 1, 2010 through November 1, 2011. Nominees must have been active during the eligibility period and are based on the performance of the group or artist either on record or in live performances.

For additional eligibility requirements, voting procedures and a complete list of award categories, click on “Rules” in the menu bar.

An initiative of the Canadian Association for the Advancement of Music & the Arts (CAAMA), the awards are limited to independent artists and cover 16 genres of music. Nominees will be announced in January 2012. Winners in 28 of the 30 categories are decided on by both a public and an industry vote.

The awards will be handed out on Saturday, March 24, 2012 at the legendary Canadian Ballroom in the Fairmont Royal York Hotel in Toronto as part of Canadian Music Week. Advance tickets for The Indies may be purchased on the Canadian Music Week website at www.cmw.net.

2012 SIRIUSXM INDIES | Saturday March 24th

admin — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 15:36:10 +0000

It’s the Grammys-of-the-Indie scene. It’s the place where Canada’s – and the world’s – emerging artists are recognized. Where the best of them perform and are honoured for their artistry and fan devotion. It’s a must-attend for music fans and tastemakers. And it’s all broadcast live to air on SiriusXM Satellite Radio.

PERFORMERS ANNOUNCED FOR THE 2011 INDIES

admin — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 19:51:24 +0000

(Toronto – Tuesday, January 11, 2011) - Canadian Music Fest 2011 is proud to present the 11^th Annual celebration of The Indies at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel on Saturday, March 12, 2011. Featuring performances by Janelle Monae, Shad, Hollerado, Bombay Bicycle Club, Hannah Georgas, and Desperate Union, the concert will be broadcast live on XM Satellite Radio’s “The Verge”.

One of 2010’s breakthrough artists Janelle Monae will be making her first headline appearance in Canada with a performance at the Indies. Her spectacular debut The ArchAndroid has topped the best of lists from Associated Press, MTV and Spin to iTunes, People and Entertainment Weekly as well as earning the singer two Grammy award nominations.

Praised as “Canada’s Best Rapper”, Shad has quickly become one of Canada’s most respected young artists. His third album TSOL – shortlisted for the Polaris Music Prize – is a crafted mix of hard-hitting, clever rhyme schemes and soul searching social commentary. Shad’s skillful wordplay and smooth flow, combined with his engaging live shows, and outstanding music videos have earned him fans right across the globe.

Hollerado have become one of the most lovable groups on the planet thanks to insanely catchy and energetic guitar pop, boundless creativity and a relentless DIY approach. With a $4000 budget and a little help from their friends, they scored a veritable viral sensation with their video “Americanarama” – now nicknamed “The 8-Bit Human Video”.

When Bombay Bicycle Club hit the stage at The Indies, Canadian music fans will have the opportunity to discover for the first time what critics and fans in the UK have been touting as one of the most exciting new bands for the past year. Crowned the “Best New Band” at the 2010 NME Awards on the heels of their critically acclaimed debut I Had The Blues But I Shook Them Loose, the band is preparing to release some unbelievable new material in North America in 2011.

Even before releasing an album, Hannah Georgas’ songs could be heard prominently through your TV, whether in the Gemini Award-winning “Flashpoint” or a Wal-Mart back-to-school commercial. From her EP The Beat Stuff to her debut album This Is Good, the Vancouver singer-songwriter has been edging her way to indie music stardom, topping the year-end lists of iTunes and more.

Together for just over a year, Toronto band Desperate Union have accomplished more in the past year than many bands do in their whole career. The band have already toured with the likes of CKY and Silverstein and just wrapped up a US tour supporting Soulfly. Also on their credits is airplay on MuchMusic for two of their videos – “Black and White Lies” and “At The Sun”. They’re currently in the studio working on an album with producer David Bottrill (Tool, Muse, AFI).

Tickets for The Indies will be available for purchase through Ticketmaster (www.ticketmaster.ca; 416.870.800), the Canadian Music Fest website (www.canadianmusicfest.com) and the Indies website (www.indies.ca) as of Friday, January 14. Wristbands to gain entry into this event are available for purchase at www.canadianmusicfest.com. Wristbands are limited, subject to capacity.

The Indies are made possible with the support of Astral Radio.

THE INDIES
W/ JANELLE MONAE, SHAD & MORE
SATURDAY, MARCH 12, 2011
FAIRMONT ROYAL YORK HOTEL – TORONTO
DOORS 7:00PM SHOW 8:00PM
TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY, JANUARY 14TH @ 10:00AM
Tickets available at Ticketmaster
Call 416.870.8000 to charge by phone
www.ticketmaster.ca
www.canadianmusicfest.com / www.indies.ca
TICKETS $30.00 (PLUS TAXES & SERVICE CHARGES)
ALL AGES/GENERAL ADMISSION

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For Canadian Music Week information, please contact:
Planet3 Communications: Piera Savage/Joanne Smale
T: 647.346.4101 E: info@planet3com.net

Bessie Bullard – Communications Director
T: 905.858.4747 E: bessie@cmw.net