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CBC
17-04-2025
- Entertainment
- CBC
Charlotte Cardin, Kaytranada to be honoured at francophone SOCAN gala
Charlotte Cardin, Kaytranada, Banx & Ranx and Richard Séguin are among the music stars getting awards at a gala for Canada's francophone music creators and publishers. Gala SOCAN says a glitzy bash set for May 4 in Montreal will present songwriting awards to Cardin and her writing partner Jason Brando, as well as producers Banx & Ranx, while Kaytranada is in line for the International Achievement Award. WATCH | The official music video for Kaytranada's track Witchy feat. Childish Gambino: Séguin will be inducted into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame for "his immense contribution to 'la chanson québécoise,'" while songwriter Diane Juster is getting the Lifetime Achievement Award. The White Lotus composer Cristobal Tapia de Veer will receive the award for screen composer of the year, and rap group Muzion will get the award for cultural impact for its anthem La vi ti nèg, the first hip-hop song to get this prize in the gala's 34-year history. More than 100 trophies in 29 categories will be awarded for achievements over the past two years. The gala is the francophone equivalent of the SOCAN Awards, set for later this fall in Toronto to honour music creators and publishers working primarily in English. Other categories presented May 4 will celebrate genres including country, electronic, hip-hop, jazz and R&B. Special achievement award winners will receive "The SOCAN" — a trophy that is also a musical instrument made up of five tuned metal disks known as crotales. In this edition, the crotales will be tuned to play the first five notes of Muzion's La vi ti nèg melody. WATCH | The official video for La vi ti nèg by Muzion:
Miami Herald
04-04-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
Party for a cause with American Friends of Jamaica, prime minister at Miami charity gala
For over 40 years, it has been one of Jamaica's leading charities, investing in the Caribbean nation's healthcare, economic development and education. And for 20 of those years, American Friends of Jamaica have celebrated its charitable works — and the philanthropists who make them possible through their generous giving, here in Miami after years of doing so only in New York. On Saturday, the charity is back with its annual Jamaica Charity Gala where it will be honoring brothers Elias 'Lee' Issa with the International Achievement Award and Paul Issa with the International Humanitarian Award. The keynote address will be given by Jamaica Prime Minister Andrew Holness, who recently issued an appeal to his nationals to come home and invest. 'We are incredibly excited to gather with our supporters to celebrate the achievements of those who have made a significant impact in the development of Jamaica,' executive director Caron Chung said. Outside of New York, Florida has the second-highest concentration of Jamaicans with more than 311,000 residing primarily in Broward and Miami-Dade counties. The group's interest in their homeland and its economic prowess is shown in its support for a number of events connected to their homeland with the annual charity ball, being one of them. A U.S. based organization, American Friends of Jamaica is known not just for its charitable endeavors but also its diplomatic star power. Among those who have sat on its board have been former U.S. ambassadors to Jamaica. READ MORE: Rubio to engage with Jamaica, other Caribbean leaders over Cuba doctors, other concerns Both Issas are in the hotel business and have been instrumental in helping Jamaica be a leading destination for U.S. tourists with approximately 3. 5 million stopover and cruise visitors last year. In the mid-80s, 'Lee' Issa became an owner of Couples Tower Isle Hotel and in 2002, he acquired majority ownership of the parent company, the House of Issa Ltd. Since then, he has led the expansion of Couples Resorts from a single property with 150 rooms to four properties with over 900 rooms and more than 1,600 employees. Couples today is the second largest locally-owned all-inclusive tourist venture in Jamaica and a key player in the Caribbean tourism market. Paul is an equally prominent businessman in Jamaica and currently serves as a director of House of Issa, and its subsidiary Issa Hotels & Resorts Ltd. which owns and operates Couples Resorts. He serves as chairman of the Issa Trust Foundation, a 501(c)3 U.S.-based non-profit and the philanthropic arm of Couples Resorts. Through the foundation, Paul has made contributions to education and healthcare in Jamaica, partnering with nonprofits to contribute approximately $40 million in medical equipment, medication, training and supplies to the Jamaican public health sector. Though the 6 p.m. $550 gala is sold out, $150 tickets are still available for the popular 9 p.m. after party. Both event are at the Lowes Coral Gables Hotel, 2950 Coconut Grove Dr., Coral Gables Chung noted that the event not only honors remarkable individuals who have contributed to the betterment of Jamaican society, but it's also an opportunity to raise funds necessary for the charity to continue its work after 42 years. This is done through a silent auction that includes vacation getaways to a beaded purse in the green, yellow and black of the Jamaica flag to pledges and contributions individuals can make to support various initiatives that foster development. Two in particular the charity is seeking contributions for are, the Mary Issa Pediatric Healthcare Clinic in the Parish of St. Ann, named after the Issas' grandmother, and the AFJ Grant Fund, which provides funding for education, healthcare and economic development. 'With the support of our generous sponsors, partners, and attendees, we are able to create lasting change and provide opportunities that empower individuals and strengthen communities across the island,' Chung said. If You Go What: American Friends of Jamaica 2025 Jamaica Charity Gala Time: Sold-out dinner starts at 6 p.m. and after party dinner is at 9 p.m. Saturday April 5, 2025 Where: Lowes Coral Gables Hotel, 2950 Coconut Grove Dr., Coral Gables Tickets: Available for $150 for 9 p.m. after party More information: Email info@
Yahoo
31-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Boi-1da Gives Drake Some Love in Acceptance Speech at 2025 Juno Awards
Drake has had a challenging year, due to being widely seen as the loser of a high-profile diss battle with Kendrick Lamar, but he got a strong show of support at the Juno Awards in his native Canada on Sunday (March 30). His friend and frequent collaborator Boi-1da (pronounced Boy Wonder) sang his praises in accepting an International Achievement Award. Drake wasn't present at the ceremony, which was held at Rogers Arena in Vancouver. 'I'm extremely humbled by this award and just to be mentioned among the legendary names as well – man I can't even describe it,' the producer (who was born Matthew Jehu Samuels) began. 'I want to have a huge shout-out to my brother Drake, the greatest rapper of all time, the greatest artist of all time and he's from Canada – Drizzy Drake – that's my brother. More from Billboard Tate McRae Sweeps 2025 Juno Awards, But Isn't at the Ceremony to Accept: Full Winners List Morgan Wallen Abruptly Walks Off 'SNL' Stage Before Show's End, Posts Cryptic Message from Airplane Morgan Wallen Returns to 'SNL' With Performances of 'I'm the Problem' & 'Just in Case': Watch 'Listen…Drake, love you bro, we started this together, we did this together, I wouldn't be where I am today if it wasn't for Drake and all the sacrifices he made, all the doors he kicked down for a lot of people man, so shout-out to Drake. Thank you for life, man, I love that guy.' Born in Kingston, Jamaica, the future producer moved to Canada when he was three and grew up in Toronto. His first production work was at age 18, when he worked on two tracks on a Drake mixtape (Room for Improvement). Boi-1da won his only Grammy to date as the co-writer of Drake's 'God's Plan,' which was voted best rap song. The producer has been nominated for 19 Grammys, including six times for album of the year, for his work on Eminem's Recovery, Lamar's To Pimp a Butterfly and Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers, Drake's Views, Kanye West's (now Ye's) Donda and Beyonce's Renaissance. Boi-1da has received two Grammy nods for record of the year, for 'God's Plan' and Rihanna's 'Work' (featuring Drake), and one song of the year nod, also for 'God's Plan.' He has been nominated twice for producer of the year, non-classical. This International Achievement Award was his first Juno Award or nomination. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
Yahoo
31-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Winners Announced for The 2025 JUNO Awards Gala Presented by Music Canada and 54th Annual JUNO Awards, live on CBC
Tate McRae takes home four awards for Single of the Year Presented by YouTube, Album of the Year Presented by Music Canada, Artist of the Year Presented by SiriusXM Canada and Pop Album of the Year. Special honours were presented to Anne Murray, who received the Lifetime Achievement Award Presented by the National Arts Centre, and Sum 41, who delivered a historic final performance and were inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame by Joel and Benji Madden of Good Charlotte. Their induction was presented by JUNOS' Premier Sponsor, TD. The evening also featured memorable sets from Aqyila, Josh Ross, Nemahsis, Snotty Nose Rez Kids, Tia Wood, and more! The International Achievement Award was awarded to superstar producer Boi-1da, and singer-songwriter and environmental activist Sarah Harmer was honoured with the Humanitarian Award. VANCOUVER, BC, March 30, 2025 /CNW/ - The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) and CBC celebrated Canada's Biggest Night in Music this weekend at The 2025 JUNO Awards. Hosted by beloved, multi-Platinum Superstar and 15-Time JUNO Award Winner Michael Bublé, the Awards were broadcast from Rogers Arena in Vancouver on CBC TV, CBC Gem, CBC Radio One, CBC Music, CBC Listen, and globally at and CBC Music's YouTube page. The evening included the presentation of over 40 JUNO Awards. FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF WINNERS FROM THE 2025 JUNO AWARDS GALA PRESENTED BY MUSIC CANADA AND 2025 JUNO AWARDS, INCLUDING BIOS AND IMAGES, GO SOURCE CARAS View original content to download multimedia:
CBC
12-03-2025
- Entertainment
- CBC
Boi-1da was a shy kid who shunned the spotlight. Now he's one of hip-hop's biggest producers
Social Sharing For Matthew Samuels — better known as the Grammy-winning Canadian producer Boi-1da — making beats behind the scenes has always been a more enticing prospect than trying to make it as a rapper. In high school, he wasn't particularly outgoing and he definitely didn't want to be in the spotlight, which was something he had to find out the hard way. "All my friends loved to rap and we tried to make a rap group, and unfortunately, I tried to rap myself," he tells Q 's Tom Power with a laugh. "I was terrible. Yeah, I was bad. Trash. Trust me, you don't want to hear me, man." Luckily, Boi-1da had a real talent for producing and a few good friends who encouraged him to step outside of his comfort zone. At 17, he competed in Battle of The Beat Makers, a competition based in Toronto where producers face off onstage. Though he was up against much more seasoned producers, he won the competition three years in a row. WATCH | Boi-1da's full interview with Tom Power: "It was nerve-racking for me because I'd never done anything where I had to be on a stage and all eyes were on me," he says. "But my friends, who are really good friends, forced me to be in it, which was good for me because they kind of pushed me out there…. I started gaining confidence." Now, Boi-1da is known as a bonafide hitmaker who crafts chart-topping beats for the likes of Drake, Beyoncé, Rihanna, Eminem and more. Later this month, he'll be honoured with the International Achievement Award at the Junos. As one of the in-house producers on Drake's OVO label, he and the Toronto rapper go way back. Boi-1da says he first met Drake when he was still primarily known as "the kid from Degrassi." The two hit it off immediately. "The very first day we met, we ended up doing our very first song together called Do What You Do, and it was a local smash," Boi-1da says. "[It was] very exciting because I'd never had a song on the radio before, and that song was probably in high rotation on Canadian radio." WATCH | Official video for God's Plan: Boi-1da went on to produce Drake's first top-10 single, Best I Ever Had, which peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100. As one of Drake's most frequent collaborators, he's worked with the rapper on more than 50 songs, including Controlla and God's Plan (for which he won a Grammy). Boi-1da also executive produced Drake's widely acclaimed 2015 mixtape, If You're Reading This, It's Too Late. He credits Drake not only for opening the door for him, but also for other Canadian hip-hop artists and producers. The exposure has also helped him get over his shyness. "It was overwhelming to get all that attention," Boi-1da says. "[But if] you put a shy kid in that situation enough times, they end up adapting to it, which I ended up adapting to being around people, speaking to people and being out…. You overcome it after a while."
