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Nelly Furtado To Host The 2024 JUNO Awards In Halifax
The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) unveiled several major announcements including that Canadian pop icon, Nelly Furtado, will host and perform at The 2024 JUNO Awards Broadcast. The 53rd Annual JUNO Awards, produced by Insight Productions (a Boat Rocker company), will broadcast and stream live across Canada from Scotiabank Centre in Halifax at 8 p.m. ET/9 p.m. AST on CBC TV, CBC Gem, CBC Radio One, CBC Music, CBC Listen, and globally at CBCMusic.ca/junos and CBC Music’s YouTube page.
Tickets for The 2024 JUNO Awards go on-sale November 10 and start at $57.50 (including tax plus fees) and will be available for purchase at www.ticketmaster.ca/junos.
Nelly Furtado is back to host and perform
Legendary singer, songwriter and pop superstar, Nelly Furtado will host the awards for the second time since her 2007 debut in Saskatoon. At the 2007 ceremony, she made JUNO history by being the first nominee with multiple nominations to win every award she was nominated for. Boasting an impressive track record with over 20 billion global streams and the sale of over 35 million albums worldwide, she’s left her mark on the global music scene. Her chart-topping albums including Loose, Whoa Nelly, and Folklore have garnered numerous platinum and multi-platinum certifications worldwide, cementing her status as a music powerhouse. Notably, her venture into the Spanish language music scene with “Mi Plan” skyrocketed to the top spot on the US Latin Billboard chart, earning her a Latin Grammy for Best Female Pop Vocal. With new music released this year, Furtado continues to captivate millions of listeners around the world who can’t wait to hear more.
“I’m excited to return to host and perform at The 2024 JUNO Awards in Halifax,” says Furtado. “The JUNOS have always put a spotlight on the abundance of musical talent we have coming out of Canada, while helping launch many young careers. I am beyond excited to share the stage and perform alongside this unbelievable lineup in March.”
Tegan and Sara to be recognized with the 2024 Humanitarian Award
At The JUNO Awards Broadcast Tegan and Sara will be honoured by CARAS with the prestigious 2024 Humanitarian Award for their enormous charitable achievements. This award recognizes outstanding Canadian artists or industry leaders whose humanitarian contributions have positively enhanced the social culture of Canada and whose impact can be felt worldwide. Academy Award®-nominated actor, writer, producer, director, and Halifax native, Elliot Page, will present the honour live on The JUNO Awards Broadcast.
Tegan and Sara have been proudly open about their queer identities since the beginning of their career in 1998 cementing themselves as outspoken advocates for LGBTQ+ equality and gender justice. The Tegan and Sara Foundation is an extension of their work, identity and longstanding commitment to supporting and building progressive social change. The Foundation raises awareness and funds, fights for equality and justice through flagship programming, and supports grassroots organizations, activists and communities that often go unrecognized by major funding institutions. Their remarkable success in the music industry includes over a million records sold and while their foray into various media, including TV and books, showcases their versatility. Their impressive list of accolades includes multiple JUNO Awards, the Governor General’s Performing Arts Award, Honorary Doctor of Laws degrees from the University of Calgary and furthermore underscoring their significant contributions to music and advocacy.
“As queer women, we have witnessed a sea of change around LGBTQ+ rights in our lifetime, but the fight to ensure equality, justice, and representation for the LGBTQ+ community continues,” share Tegan and Sara. “We take great pride in the fact that our success in Tegan and Sara has given us the chance to establish The Tegan and Sara Foundation, which is dedicated to improving the lives of women and girls in the LGBTQ+ community, but there is still so much to do. Being honoured with the 2024 Humanitarian Award holds significant meaning for both of us, and we look forward to celebrating this moment during Canada’s premier music event next year.”
Fire performances heat up the east coast
Toronto rock sensations, The Beaches, known for their energetic sound and 15-week chart-topping hit “Blame Brett” on the Alternative radio charts will also take the stage in Halifax for an electric performance. With their sold-out North American “Blame My Ex” tour and multiple #1 singles on Canadian Alternative Radio, The Beaches have firmly established themselves as a musical force to be reckoned with.
After sweeping the JUNO Awards in 2022 winning four awards, Montreal-born singer-songwriter Charlotte Cardin returns for a show stopping performance in Halifax. After making her first JUNOS appearance in Toronto, amassing hundreds of millions of streams and critical acclaim, her introspective music has catapulted her to superstar status. Her latest album “99 Nights,” has already become a smash success with sold out tour dates across North America. The new album sees Cardin embark on a journey of self-realization and growth, weaving an intimate and evocative musical narrative that resonates deeply with listeners.
“This incredible lineup of award honourees and performers promises to make this year’s JUNOS an unforgettable evening, celebrating the very best of Canadian music,” says Allan Reid, President and CEO of CARAS. “Their contributions to Canada’s musical landscape are unparalleled, and their performances promise to make the upcoming show an unforgettable celebration of our rich musical heritage. We cannot wait to celebrate with music fans across the country and the world.”
JUNO Week events ticket on sale this Friday. More info on the JUNO’s website.
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For You Fest Turns The Social Feed Into A Live Festival Experience
For You Fest turns the social feed into a live festival experience as the first large-scale festival built around creator culture. Fans can watch live podcast tapings, attend creator-led workshops, enjoy music and comedy performances, and meet the creators they follow online. The inaugural festival includes an all-star lineup including Quenlin Blackwell, Tana Mongeau, DJ Trixie Mattel, Trisha Paytas, Patrick Ta, Wisdom Kaye, Caleb Hearon, Drew Afualo, Meg Stalter, Owen Thiele, and more. For You Fest takes place November 14–15 at Great Park in Irvine, California. The presale for all ticket types begins Friday, July 10 at 10am PT with guaranteed lowest price 2-Day GA Tickets available for one hour only at www.foryoufestival.com.
For You Fest will feature programming on three stages (Podcast & Comedy, Music, Beauty & Fashion), including live podcast performances with Quenlin Blackwell (“Feeding Starving Celebrities”), Tana Mongeau (“Brand Safe”), and Owen Thiele, comedy sets from Caleb Hearon & Drew Afualo and Meg Stalter, musical performances by DJ Trixie Mattel, Trisha Paytas and Meg Stalter, and beauty and fashion masterclasses with Patrick Ta and Wisdom Kaye.
The Culinary and Beauty & Fashion Workshops are add-on experiences that give fans exclusive, hands-on access to some of their favorite chefs, creators, and industry experts. Fans will enjoy interactive instruction, insider tips, and live Q&A sessions while learning new skills in fully equipped workshop stations. Whether creating delicious recipes from scratch or discovering the latest beauty and fashion techniques, attendees will leave with memorable experiences, exclusive products, recipes, specialty ingredients, signed items, or custom keepsakes, depending on their selected workshop. In addition, Meet & Greets offer attendees the opportunity to connect one-on-one with their favorite creators beyond the stage. Fans can share a personal moment, take photos, create content together, and make lasting memories in an intimate setting that brings them closer to the personalities they love.
In addition to live activities across the stages, fans can enjoy shopping in the Trend Market, where they can discover, sample and shop buzzworthy brands, and enjoy crave-worthy bites and sips at the Food & Bev Village.
The presale for 2-Day and 1-Day General Admission, Pit Viewing, VIP, Besties and Suite Tickets begins at 10am on July 10 at www.foryoufestival.com, with guaranteed lowest price 2-Day GA Tickets available for one hour only. A general onsale will follow if tickets remain. Layaway plans are available. Children 2 and under may enter for free with a ticketed adult.
Pit Viewing Ticket offers access to exclusive front-of-stage viewing, with complimentary water. Tickets options include Pit Viewing at the Podcast & Comedy Stage or Pit Viewing at the Music Stage.
VIP Guests will enjoy unlimited access to the VIP Lounge, featuring shade, relaxed seating, complimentary beauty amenities to touch up your festival flare, early access to shop at the Trend Market, complimentary tote pre-packed with festival samples, air-conditioned restrooms, private bar with drinks for purchase, complimentary water refill station, access to a dedicated Premium entrance lane into the festival, an exclusive Photo-Op, dedicated checkout lane at the festival store, and onsite VIP hospitality staff.
The 2-Person Besties Package includes preferred entry, unlimited access to the ultra-exclusive Besties Lounge which includes shade, relaxed seating and complimentary all-day drinks and grab & go snacks, access to the VIP Lounge, exclusive front-of-stage viewing at both the Podcast & Comedy Stage and the Music Stage, dedicated viewing at the Beauty Stage, one reserved parking spot, a dedicated concierge, private golf cart transportation, access to the Artist Village and the Guest Lounge, one meet and greet of your choice, early access to the Trend Market, and an exclusive Besties festival gift.
Get the gang together and grab a Suite! Suites offer unlimited access to a dedicated, private space for 15 guests per day, expansive views of the Podcast & Comedy Stage, access to Pit Viewing at the Music Stage, expedited entry via a dedicated Hospitality Entrance, a private bar, hosted daily dinners, complimentary grab and go snacks, access to the VIP Lounge and all GA areas, air-conditioned restrooms, two reserved parking spaces, and on-site Suite hospitality staff.
For You Fest is produced by C3 Presents, producers of Lollapalooza, and Live Nation.
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Línea Personal Takes “TODO Ø NADA” on the Road With First Headline Tour
Following recognition from Rolling Stone as one of música mexicana’s most exciting emerging acts and praise from the Los Angeles Times for their innovative blend of R&B and corridos, Línea Personal now brings that momentum to the stage with the announcement of its first U.S. headline tour. Kicking off their 16-stop run on August 7th in San Luis Obispo, CA, the run marks a major milestone for the Stockton, California quartet as they bring their acclaimed sophomore album, TODO Ø NADA, to audiences nationwide.
The Stockton, California quartet of Gustavo Raya Garcia, Aidan Raya Garcia, Jorge Ontiveros and Edgar Lozoya Verduzco has quickly emerged as one of the most exciting new voices in música mexicana. Known for blending corridos with R&B, soul and contemporary production, the band continues to push the genre forward while staying true to its roots.
Released in March 2026, TODO Ø NADA debuted in the #40 of Billboard’s Latin Albums chart and the #20 of the Regional Mexican Albums chart. The album’s standout single, “Motorola,” reached #14 on Billboard’s Hot Regional Mexican Songs and topped #30 in Billboard’s Hot Latin Songs chart and further established Línea Personal as one of the genre’s fastest rising acts.
TICKETS: Tickets will be available starting via presales beginning June 25. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general on sale beginning Friday, June 26 at 10am local time at LiveNation.com.
The tour will also offer a variety of different VIP packages and experiences for fans to take their concert experience to the next level. Packages vary but include premium tickets, individual M&G and photo with Linea Personal, specially designed VIP gift item & more. VIP package contents vary based on the offer selected. For more information, visit vipnation.com!
Todo Ø Nada Tour
- Fri, Aug 7 – San Luis Obispo, CA – Fremont Theatre*
- Sat, Aug 8 – Ventura, CA – Majestic Ventura Theatre*
- Thu, Aug 20 – Denver, CO – Summit Music Hall
- Sat, Aug 22 – Phoenix, AZ – The Van Buren
- Sun, Aug 23 – El Paso, TX – Plaza Theatre
- Thu, Aug 27 – Riverside, CA – Fox Performing Arts Center
- Fri, Aug 28 – San Diego, CA – SOMA
- Sun, Aug 30 – Anaheim, CA – House of Blues
- Fri, Sep 4 – Chicago, IL – Riviera Theatre
- Sun, Sep 6 – Brooklyn, NY – Brooklyn Paramount
- Thu, Sep 10 – Charlotte, NC – The Fillmore Charlotte
- Fri, Sep 11 – Atlanta, GA – Tabernacle
- Sun, Sep 13 – Dallas, TX – House of Blues
- Fri, Sep 25 – Fresno, CA – Warnors Theatre*
- Sat, Sep 26 – Monterey, CA – Golden State Theatre*
- Thu, Oct 15 – San Antonio, TX – The Aztec Theatre
- Sun, Oct 18 – Houston, TX – 713 Music Hall
*For tickets to these dates please see HERE