THEY'RE BACK — AND IT'S GOING TO BE EPIC!
We are absolutely THRILLED to announce that PORT CITIES is REUNITING for one extraordinary night at the Cape Breton Music Industry Hall of Fame on June 18th at Centre 200!
And the reason? One of the best reasons imaginable.
Carleton Stone, Breagh Isabel, and Dylan Guthro are coming back together to celebrate and honour none other than Hall of Fame inductee — GORDIE SAMPSON — one of the most celebrated songwriters and music industry giants Cape Breton has ever produced.
Gordie's fingerprints are on some of the biggest songs in the world. His craft, his vision, and his deep Cape Breton roots have left an indelible mark on the global music industry — and there is NO better way to honour that legacy than with a Port Cities reunion performance dedicated entirely to him.
One night. One stage. One legendary reason to be there.
This is the kind of moment you'll be talking about for years. Don't be the one who missed it.
June 18th | Centre 200 | Cape Breton Music Industry Hall of Fame
Grab your tickets now at cbmic.ca
This one WILL sell out. You've been warned.
#PortCities #CarletonStone #BreaghMacKinnon #DylanGuthro #GordieSampson #CBHallOfFame #CBMIC #Centre200 #June18 #CapeBretonMusic #Reunion #LiveMusic #SongwritingLegend #CapeBreton #MusicLegacy #MusicIsland
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CBMIC Member Update: Canadian Folk Music Awards Coming to Cape Breton!
We’re excited to share some major news for our Music Island community.
The Canadian Folk Music Awards are officially now accepting submissions for their upcoming awards cycle — and in 2027, the CFMA’s will be hosted right here at home in Sydney, Cape Breton Island, April 8th to 11th.
This is a huge national moment for folk and roots music, and an incredible opportunity to shine a spotlight on the artists, creators, and industry professionals working across our island and beyond.
As a community, we’re proud that Cape Breton’s music scene continues to be recognized on a national stage — and even more proud to be hosting such a respected celebration of Canadian folk music on our own soil in 2027.
If you are eligible, or working with artists who are, now is the time to get those submissions in and be part of this milestone year.
Let’s show Canada what our Music Island is made of.
Get at ‘er, people!
Submission Form: folkawards.ca/prix-awards/submission-form/
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The Cape Breton Music Industry Cooperative is proud to highlight the incredible work being done by The Foundation Cape Breton—an inspiring local music project that continues to strengthen collaboration and creativity across our Music Island.
The Foundation is made up of accomplished Cape Breton musicians Les Huffman, Chris Livingstone, Carmen Giorno, John McPherson, and Jen MacDonald. Together, they have created a unique platform focused on producing high-quality video recordings featuring guest vocalists from across the region. Rather than traditional live performances, their mission is to document, share, and celebrate local music through professional, collaborative content that lives online and reaches wider audiences.
Projects like this play an important role in our music ecosystem—giving artists opportunities to collaborate, creating lasting recordings of performances, and showcasing the depth of talent that exists here in Cape Breton.
Their recent collaboration featuring Christina Googoo on Always Remember Us This Way is a perfect example of what can happen when talented musicians come together with a shared vision.
We encourage everyone to check out and support The Foundation Cape Breton and explore more of their work here:
www.youtube.com/@The_Foundation_Cape_Breton
🎶 This is what Music Island is all about—community, collaboration, and celebrating our artists.
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A LEGACY REUNITED ON STAGE
We are beyond honoured to announce that the incomparable Natalie MacMaster will be performing live at the Cape Breton Music Industry Hall of Fame on June 18th at Centre 200.
This will be a deeply personal performance as Natalie takes the stage to honour her uncle—the fiddle legend and Hall of Fame inductee himself—BUDDY MacMASTER.
Buddy was a cornerstone of our musical heritage, and seeing Natalie perform in his honour at the very event that celebrates his lasting legacy will be a truly unforgettable moment for Cape Breton.
This is legacy. This is love. This is Cape Breton.
June 18th | Centre 200 | Cape Breton Music Industry Hall of Fame 2026
Get your tickets now at
Cbmic.ca
Don't miss your chance to witness this historic tribute.
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Bill MacNeil
📻 He spent 30 years putting Cape Breton artists on the radio. On June 18th, we put him in the Hall of Fame.
Bill MacNeil of The Coast 89.7 is being inducted into the Cape Breton Music Industry Hall of Fame — come be part of the night we say thank you.
🎟️ Tickets on sale now: centre200.ca/global/events/cape-breton-music-hall-of-fame/
🎶 #billmacneil #thecoast897 #MusicIsland #CapeBretonMusic #June18
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