Arviat Singer Returns with Powerful New Album
Abe “Agaaqtoq” Eetak, the celebrated Inuk singer-songwriter and multi-talented artist from Arviat, Nunavut, is back with his long-anticipated sophomore album, Agaaqtoq 2.
“Memories are a playlist of life:” Nunavut artist releases debut EP
Eli Qaqqasiq-Taqtu’s self-titled debut EP was released across streaming platforms on Apr. 15, 2024. The three-song EP showcases Qaqqasiq-Taqtu’s love for his community and life.
Nunavut artist returns to music after 20 years
Jo Ellen Pameolik is making her return to music with her sophomore album, Pink Sky. The 8-song album was released across streaming platforms on Apr. 8.
RECAP: Nunavut Music Summit debuts in Iqaluit
A new, interactive music event stopped by Nunavut last month. The four-day Nunavut Music Summit drew crowds in Iqaluit from Feb. 20-23, 2024.
NUPOP showcase stops by Pangnirtung
The latest edition of the successful NUPOP music showcase is touching down in Pangnirtung, Nunavut this winter. NUPOP Pang will host workshops and performances from Joey Nowyuk, Looee and Leo Matthew Temela from Feb. 28 to Mar. 1, 2024.
Nunavut music showcase comes to the GTA
A touring music showcase highlighting talent from Nunavut is coming to three cities in the Greater Toronto Area this December. NUPOP South will travel through Hamilton, Toronto and Mississauga for four concerts from Dec. 13-16, 2023.
Qattuu & Angela Amarualik Are For Your GRAMMY® Consideration! (Newsletter #2)
Welcome to the latest edition of the Hitmakerz newsletter! We will be connecting quarterly to share stories, updates, and new music releases directly to your inbox. Two Hitmakerz artists are For Your GRAMMY® Consideration! Qattuu’s Midnight Sun and Angela Amarualik’s Uvannik are both considered for Best Regional Roots Music Album.
Nunavut “rising star” tells inspiring story in debut EP
JD Mike’s debut rap EP, Rising Star, is available to stream now
Upcoming Nunavut-based rapper releases debut album
Ehski’s debut hip hop album, Final Legacy, is available now
Three emerging artists complete Qaggiavuut Mentorship Program
Three Nunavut-based artists have each taken a big leap into their musical journey. Lois Suluk of Arviat, Leo Matthew Temela of Kimmirut, and Wayne Quassa of Igloolik have completed the Qaggiavuut Artist In Residence Mentorship Program – and they have released brand new singles to prove it.
Hitmakerz artists reflect on their music’s impact during Indigenous History Month (Newsletter #1)
Welcome to the first edition of the Hitmakerz newsletter! Hitmakerz artists reflect on their music’s impact during Indigenous History Month — PLUS updates and new releases!
New music industry event series launching in Ottawa
A brand new event series for music creators is launching in Ottawa in May 2023. Tickets are available now for Fusion’s premiere “Beatmakers + Songwriters” event.
Shauna Seeteenak Returns with Springtime Single
“Sunshine” is the first single off Seeteenak’s upcoming self-produced album, Self-Determination.