MusicNL is thrilled to announce the recipients of the 2025 Honorary Awards! Each year, the MusicNL Board of Directors selects recipients who have made outstanding contributions to Newfoundland and Labrador’s music industry for three honorary awards: Lifetime Achievement Award, Denis Parker Industry Builder Award, and the Unsung Hero Award. Nominations closed on Friday, September 19 and […]
We’re thrilled to unveil the second wave of details for MusicNL Week 2025, happening November 12–16 in St. John’s! Awards Gala: More Artists + Your Hosts Revealed! Saturday, November 15 – St. John’s Convention Centre The MusicNL Awards Gala lineup is growing! Joining previously announced performers Deantha Edmunds, Kelly McMichael, Mallory Johnson, Nick Earle & […]
Important Update: Touring & Professional Development Programs INTAKE CLOSED We are disappointed to announce that our funds for Touring and Professional Development have been expended for the current fiscal year. Unfortunately, intake for these programs is now closed. If you need support in seeking alternative resources or have questions, please contact programs@musicnl.ca or consult our […]
Experience the biggest night in Newfoundland and Labrador music: 2025 MusicNL Awards Gala! The 2025 MusicNL Awards Gala is lighting up the St. John’s Convention Centre on Saturday, November 15, with 25 awards presented and live performances by an outstanding group of artists (and more to be announced!). Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable night celebrating the immense musical talent […]
Celebrate the Behind the Scenes Heroes of Music at the 2025 MusicNL Industry Awards On Wednesday, November 12, join us at the 2025 MusicNL Industry Awards, an evening dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the ingenuity, dedication, creativity, and perseverance of those working behind the scenes in the music industry. More than 10 awards will be […]
Early Bird Rates for 2025 MusicNL Week SHOWCASES end November 9! Five days, four venues, 30+ artists, and eight showcases—a jam-packed week of live music for as little as $50! From November 12–16, MusicNL Week 2025 will feature eight showcases open to the public with over 30 artists performing across a wide range of genres […]
Early Bird Rates for the 2025 MusicNL Week CONFERENCE end October 20! From November 12–16 at the Sheraton Hotel, the 2025 MusicNL Week Conference brings together artists and industry workers for four days of learning, connection, and live music through over 30 panels, peer sessions, networking events, and over 30 performances for as little as […]
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: Last week, we excitedly unveiled the first wave of details for MusicNL Week 2025, happening November 12–16 in St. John’s! Expect a jam-packed week featuring hands-on conference panels and professional development, export delegates, business opportunities, artist and Industry awards, networking, and plenty of incredible shows. Find all details on our MusicNL Week 2025 page here, and we’ve […]
The September intake of our Artist Development funding stream is now open. This round runs from Tuesday, September 2, to Monday, September 22! The Artist Development program fosters and supports Newfoundland and Labrador’s musical culture through the funding of singles, EPs, full-length sound recordings, marketing, and promotion materials. This includes: ➡️ Production/Pre-production ➡️ Mixing and […]
Today we excitedly announced the 2025 MusicNL award nominees! Leading the way is Mallory Johnson with 6 nods, followed by Quote The Raven with 5 categories, and XIA-3, Natasha Blackwood, Mick Davis and Thin Love, and Justin Fancy with 4 nominations each. Deantha Edmunds, Jake Nicoll, Nico Paulo, Rube & Rake, and Port-Aux-Poutines are among 13 artists nominated in 3 categories. Remember that […]