The Recipients Of The 8th Annual Canada’s Walk Of Fame RBC Emerging Musician Program Are…
(Toronto, ON) November 23, 2020 – One of Canada's most successful programs supporting aspiring Canadian musical artists today adds five new recipients to its yearbook.
Canada's Walk of Fame announces the recipients of the 8th Annual Canada's Walk of Fame RBC Emerging Musician Program, with budding Hip-Hop and R&B duo, Allydice of Mississauga, Ontario taking the Grand Prize. Chosen by a selection committee of music industry experts, Allydice and the other four finalists will share the prizing and the program benefits valued at more than $100,000.
For the first time in the program's history, musicians from each province and territory entered for a chance to be a part of one of Canada's most successful programs supporting aspiring Canadian musical artists. Of the more than 1400 applicants, five talented musical acts will take part in this year's program.
The recipients of the 8th annual Canada's Walk of Fame RBC Emerging Musician Program are:
Grand Prize Winner: Allydice of Mississauga, Ontario
"Winning the grand prize for this program has reinforced our belief never to give up regardless of how many setbacks you may have. It reminds us that someone is always watching even when you think they aren't," said the Allydice twins. "To be chosen as the winner gives us a great sense of pride and accomplishment and we are thankful to RBC as well as all the partners and judges at Canada's Walk of Fame for listening to our message and receiving it wholeheartedly. With the prize money, we intend to reinvest into our music career through studio time, video production, and marketing."
— Allydice, 8th Annual Canada’s Walk of Fame RBC Emerging Musician Program Grand Prize recipient
Allydice, featuring Canadian-Jamaican identical twin sisters Kayle and Kayla Allydice, have been honing their musical craft for 13 years. They describe their original sound, inspired by reggae and dancehall, as music for the people. Allydice are currently working on their EP set for release in the Fall of 2021.
As the Grand Prize winner, Allydice will receive a cash prize of $20,000, private studio recording time at the renowned Metalworks Studios, introductions to industry executives and album art cover design. Allydice will also be part of a Canada's Walk of Fame broadcast on CTV this December. Congratulations Allydice! We are looking forward to welcoming Kayle and Kayla to the studio to record.
A cash prize of $6,000 goes to Halifax based singer Breagh Isabel for Second Prize, and the three Finalists will receive cash prizes of $4,000 each
All recipients will receive opportunities to elevate their career, including:
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- Passes to Canadian Music Week*
- Participation in a creative workshop at Toronto's ArtHaus*
- A chance to perform a showcase in 2021 at an entertainment venue in Toronto with flights and accommodations covered by Canada's Walk of Fame*
- A performance at Festival du Voyageur in February 2021 as part of a special showcase in Winnipeg, Manitoba*
- Private career development mentorship sessions with A&R professionals, a music agent and an established artist*
*Subject to COVID restrictions.
Gil Moore of Triumph / Founder & CEO of Metalworks Group:
"The 2020 Canada's Walk of Fame RBC Emerging Musician Program candidates are the strongest ever! Canadian musicians and artists continue to outperform globally. Metalworks Studios is fully engaged and energized to support these amazingly talented young people in concert with our great music partners at RBC and Canada's Walk of Fame!"
Ben Klick, 2016 Canada’s Walk of Fame RBC Emerging Musician Program Finalist, and 2020 Canada’s Walk of Fame / Metalworks Institute Scholarship Recipient:
"Making music and sharing stories with people is what I love to do. As an artist, this scholarship allows me to learn about the music business and take my career from a provincial level to an international level, as well as connect with a new community of musicians, artists, producers, and other industry professionals,"
Jeffrey Latimer, CEO, Canada's Walk of Fame:
"It is such an honour and thrill to be working with incredible industry professionals who really care about the next generation of music in Canada. We are committed to not only giving new voices a chance to shine but are creating a network for them to thrive with confidence as they navigate and grow in this competitive and important career path."
Valerie Chort, Vice-President, Corporate Citizenship, RBC:
"Our support of RBC's Emerging Musician Program is just one way we bring RBC's purpose of helping clients thrive and communities prosper to life. Through this program, we are supporting Canadian musicians pursue their aspirations and bridge the gap between emerging and established. To the 2019 winners – your incredible talent, drive to succeed, and commitment to the arts are truly inspiring and showcase the vibrancy of the arts community we have across Canada."
Valerie Chort, Vice-President, Corporate Citizenship, RBC:
"Our support of RBC's Emerging Musician Program is just one way we bring RBC's purpose of helping clients thrive and communities prosper to life. Through this program, we are supporting Canadian musicians pursue their aspirations and bridge the gap between emerging and established. To the 2019 winners – your incredible talent, drive to succeed, and commitment to the arts are truly inspiring and showcase the vibrancy of the arts community we have across Canada."