Cape Breton Music Industry Cooperative. is with East Coast Music Association (ECMA).

1 day ago

On April 18, join a trio of Atlantic Canada's finest music acts.

2 PM - 5 PM
-Marshall Brothers
-Ella Dubinsky
-RG Schaller

$1 from every beer sold will go toward ECMA programming and the celebration of East Coast music!⠀ ⠀

Join us at Breton Brewing, 291 Esplanade, Cape Breton.⠀
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Cape Breton Music Industry Cooperative.

3 days ago

It's moments like these that remind us exactly WHY we do what we do. 💙

Last Saturday, D-Rock Entertainment presented the inaugural D-Rock Youth Sessions at Daniel's Alehouse & Eatery — an all-ages event designed to give Cape Breton's rising young stars a professional stage to share their music with the community. And what an afternoon it was.

But here's the thing about real talent — it doesn't stay hidden for long. 🔥

🚨 EXCITING NEWS!! 🚨

As a direct result of the D-Rock Youth Sessions, the incredibly talented Amy Smith has been invited by the one and only Adam Baldwin to perform an opening set at a very special event this Saturday in Membertou — a celebration of the film Little Lorraine, featuring a remarkable lineup including:

🎵 Adam Baldwin 🎵 Uncle Hector Baldwin 🎵 The Men of the Deep

And opening the show... Amy Smith. 👏👏👏

This is EXACTLY the kind of door that opens when we create opportunities for our youth. One performance. One room full of the right people. And suddenly, a young artist from Cape Breton is sharing the stage with legends.

This is the power of community. This is the power of events like the D-Rock Youth Sessions.

A huge thank you to Adam Baldwin for recognizing Amy's incredible talent and extending this generous invitation. This is what the East Coast music community is all about — lifting each other up and opening doors for the next generation. 🙏

And a massive congratulations to Amy Smith — go show them what Music Island is made of! Your father (Jay Smith) would be extremely proud🎸✨

To Debbie Mullins and D-Rock Entertainment — this is your impact. This is what happens when you believe in young artists and give them a stage. 💙

This is what CBMIC is here to support. This is why it matters.

🎟️ Don't miss Amy Smith and the full lineup this Saturday in Membertou celebrating the film Little Lorraine.

Follow D-Rock Entertainment for details on D-Rock Youth Sessions Vol. 2 — coming soon! 👀

Cape Breton Music Industry Cooperative (CBMIC) — proudly supporting the artists, events, and opportunities that keep Music Island alive and thriving.

🎟️ Don't miss Amy Smith and the full lineup this Saturday in Membertou, celebrating the film Little Lorraine.leLorraine #cbmic #CapeBreton #MusicIsland #EastCoastMusic #RisingStars #CommunityFirst #LiveMusic #Membertou #YouthArtists #DRockEntertainment ... See MoreSee Less

Cape Breton Music Industry Cooperative. is with Departure Festival + Conference.

3 days ago

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We are excited to announce the relaunch of the Scotiabank Arena & Coca-Cola Coliseum Departure Bursary Program, which will support 15 aspiring music industry professionals during the Departure Festival + Conference from May 4–10.

“With the relaunch of this bursary program, we’re proud to support the next generation of professionals by creating meaningful access to mentorship, education, and industry connections at a pivotal moment in their careers.” —Kevin Barton, Executive Director, Departure Festival + Conference

Intended for post-secondary students pursuing careers in the music industry, the program includes a Conference Pass, meetings with a diverse cross-section of members in the music community to expand your networks and accelerate your career paths and a chance to connect directly with MLSE representatives at an exclusive industry meet-and-greet, including one-on-one meetings in the Departure Mentors Lounge.

Applications are now open until April 19, and successful applicants will be determined on April 27.

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Cape Breton Music Industry Cooperative.

3 days ago

📣 NSMW 2026: DEADLINE EXTENSION + YOUR INPUT MATTERS! 📣

This year, we’ve seen lower than usual submission numbers for the Music & Industry Awards. While that’s not what we hoped for, it’s a valuable signal and important opportunity.

The Music Nova Scotia Awards have always been about celebrating our music community. If the current format isn’t connecting the way it once did, we want to work together to evolve it.

To give everyone more time to participate, we’re extending the deadline for BOTH award nominations and showcase applications to Sunday, April 19 at 11:59pm AT.

You can access eligibility details and apply at nsmw.ca/apply. These awards only reflect the community when the community shows up. Your voice truly matters in shaping who and what gets recognized.

Looking ahead, 2027 marks the 30th anniversary of Nova Scotia Music Week. Over the next year, we’ll be reviewing and reimagining key elements of the event, including the awards, to ensure they reflect the needs and values of today’s industry.

Following NSMW 2026, we’ll be sharing a survey to gather your feedback on the awards and the event as a whole. We want to hear what’s working, what’s not, and what you want to see next. If you have questions or need support with your application, reach out anytime before the deadline to info@musicnovascotia.ca! ... See MoreSee Less

Cape Breton Music Industry Cooperative.

4 days ago

Show Announcement! Cape Bretoners; this May 29th I'm at back 'The Frolic n Folk' in Iona, Nova Scotia, for a solo show at what I believe is the best listening room on Cape Breton Island. Bringing along a special guest Dane Pedersen, and his new album Travelling Alone, let me say tickets are going quick for this one. We've sold half of them already, so get yours now and reserve your table at the link below! ❤ The Iona Heights Inn

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