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When I Get to Heaven — A John Prine Livestream Tribute

Last week the world lost one of its greatest songwriters, John Prine, due to complications from COVID-19

Prine’s passing is not something we are easily coming to terms with. And though celebrating him in the wake of his passing is not something we hoped we would be doing this weekend, it’s something we feel we must do nonetheless. This unequivocally gifted songwriter left us too soon, but not before acting as an inspiration to innumerable musicians and fans during his career.

On Saturday night, join us on The East Live at Home for When I Get to Heaven — A John Prine Tribute, and ode to this country-folk legend. Hosted by Matt Steele & Devin Fox of Steele Fox, the evening will be filled performances of John Prine’s songs by a handful of musicians who have all been influenced by him during their careers. Continue reading When I Get to Heaven — A John Prine Livestream Tribute →

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ECMAs Reverse Decision—Cancel 2020 Music Awards and Conference Amid COVID-19 Concerns

This morning, the East Coast Music Association announced they are cancelling the 2020 East Coast Music Awards due to growing concerns about the COVID-19 pandemic. The 2020 East Coast Music Awards were slated to take held in St. John’s, NL from April 29 – May 3, 2020. Continue reading ECMAs Reverse Decision—Cancel 2020 Music Awards and Conference Amid COVID-19 Concerns →

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2020 East Coast Music Awards Still A Go In Newfoundland Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic

With the WHO officially declaring COVID-19 a pandemic, we’ve quickly discovered another casualty of coronavirus: festival season. Major events like SXSW, Coachella, and the JUNO Awards have become the proverbial canaries in the coal mine, leading the list of festival already announced their cancellation or rescheduling. Despite the growing list of festivals to be effected by the virus, the East Coast Music Association have said there are no plans to cancel their 2020 awards show and conference happening in St. John’s, Newfoundland from April 29 to  May 3. Continue reading 2020 East Coast Music Awards Still A Go In Newfoundland Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic →

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Living Roots Music Festival Returns to Fredericton for Fifth Year With 60+ Acts

Living Roots Music Festival with be returning to Fredericton, New Brunswick, from May 28-31, 2020, for its fifth iteration. The multi-genre festival continues to celebrate local talent while bringing in rising stars from across Canada. Continue reading Living Roots Music Festival Returns to Fredericton for Fifth Year With 60+ Acts →

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East Coast Music Association Announce Showcasing Artists Performing at 2020 ECMA in Newfoundland

Finally we’re getting a sense of what we’re all headed to Newfoundland for this April. The East Coast Music Association has unveiled the showcasing artist who will be performing during the 2020 East Coast Music Awards taking place from April 29 – May 3 in St. John’s, NL. Continue reading East Coast Music Association Announce Showcasing Artists Performing at 2020 ECMA in Newfoundland →