Falana (@falanamusic) - "Nostalgia" (Video)

Rising Nigerian-Canadian soul pop artist Falana releases the debut single "Nostalgia" from her highly anticipated forthcoming album. Widely considered to be one of the new "Nigerian musicians changing pop" (The New Yorker), Falana's forward-thinking new music comes as a follow-up to the indie success of her sophomore EP which climbed the Afrobeat UK charts, prompted a hugely popular Oxlade remix, led to tour support dates with Adekunle Gold on his North American tour, and received rave reviews everywhere from CNN and Vogue, to The Guardian, KEXP, Wonderland and Okayplayer, where it was voted one of the best albums of 2021. Produced by acclaimed hitmaker Louddaaa (Ayra Starr, Black Sherif) this bold new single blends soulful vulnerability with Afropop sensibilities, delivering a song that’s as emotionally resonant as it is sonically rich, and serves as a firm reminder of why she remains one of the most captivating new voices in contemporary African music today. "Nostalgia is a nod to the tender in-between feeling of joy and pain that we feel when we reflect on the past," explains the multi Nigerian Headies Award-nominated artist, whose sound carries the echoes of places she’s lived and created music, incorporating Lagos’ rhythmic pulse, Havana’s acoustic richness, London’s eclectic soul and Toronto’s global pop. "The song is about the regret of a lost love, but this emotion shows up in so many ways in our lives. I really wanted the visual to carry and expand the complexity of this emotion and make people feel something real! I also wanted to re-establish my own visual language as an artist and I am really excited that we were able to achieve that. I even got to flex my acting muscles with my amazing co-star, so it all feels very aligned for me artistically. It also celebrates my culture - video was shot in Lagos, Nigeria - and showcases the richness of Nigerian fashion, film, design, and creativity. It's the perfect blend of everything I feel I represent, rawness and storytelling, in art and music." Accompanied by a striking visual that blurs the lines between film and music, "Nostalgia" is a love letter to memory, heartbreak, and emotional honesty. Both the new single and its raw aesthetically-pleasing music video makes a powerful statement, celebrating the fearless union of sound and storytelling, and also demonstrating that Falana is not simply here just to make new music - but to make music history.

Snotty Nose Rez Kids (@TheRezKids) headline Indigenous Arts Festival

Two-day festival also features Na-Me-Res Pow Wow and an all-star cast of acts including Shub (formerly of A Tribe Called Red) and much more.

The two-day FREE ADMISSION Indigenous Arts Festival delivers a power packed lineup of events at downtown Toronto's Fort York (250 Fort York Boulevard) on June 20th and 21st in celebration of Indigenous Peoples Month, anchored by a blockbuster live music concert from multi-award winners Snotty Nose Rez Kids. This year's festival boasts an impressive lineup of concerts and performances by award-winning musicians including Shub (formerly of A Tribe Called Red), Twin Flames, Desiree Dorion, Amanda Rheaume, The North Sound, and James Wilson, alongside dance performances, lacrosse demonstrations, film screenings and a traditional Pow Wow. Attendees will also be able to browse artisan and food market stalls, offering authentic handmade crafts, artwork and delicious cuisine, while taking in some highly impressive artistic and culinary experiences of the First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples of Turtle Island. This year's free family-friendly festival will surely be one to remember! 

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Snotty Nose Rez Kids

As the first Indigenous group to win a JUNO Award for Rap Album/EP of the Year (2025), the Snotty Nose Rez Kids are a First Nations hip hop duo composed of Haisla rappers Darren "Young D" Metz and Quinton "Yung Trybez" Nyce who are originally from Kitamaat Village, British Columbia. In 2023, they signed with Sony Music Entertainment Canada and released their sixth studio album—and first major label debut—RED FUTURE in 2024. Following the release of RED FUTURE, the duo embarked on a 35-city North American tour. Known for their high energy and electrifying performances, they played over 70 shows last year across Canada, the U.S., Mexico, Australia, the UK, and the Netherlands. Their live presence has also led to performances at major sporting events, including games for the Toronto Maple Leafs, Vancouver Canucks, and Toronto Raptors. Celebrated for their artistry and impact, they have earned six JUNO Award nominations, four Polaris Prize Shortlist placements, and a SOCAN Award among many other accolades.  

Shub

For over a decade, Shub (formerly known as DJ Shub) has been at the forefront of a movement that reshaped the landscape of Indigenous electronic music. A trailblazer who coined the powwow-step genre and a former member of the JUNO-winning A Tribe Called Red, Shub has spent years blending the ancient rhythms of powwow music with the pulse of modern beats, scratching, and bass-heavy production. With a new name and vision, Shub is stepping beyond the DJ booth—emerging as a composer, storyteller, and renowned artist. 

Indigenous Arts Festival - full lineup   

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