Sounds Black

Discover the roots of Black music in Canada, from the early black settlers of the Underground Railroad to the 1960s Caribbean migration, which introduced music which shaped all music within Canada today.

Examine the systemic barriers that Black artists face in the radio and music label industries and how this led to pivotal moments and historic protests that shaped the current landscape of the music industry today.

Explore the journey of Black women in Canadian music, and their significant contributions and breakthroughs which paved the way for artists, despite limited industry support, racism and sexism, and their ongoing fight for recognition and opportunity in the industry.

Explore the current state of Black Music in Canada, the impact of losing Canada’s first Black radio station FLOW 93.5, and what’s next for Black Canadian artists with the power of the internet and cultural hubs like The Remix Project which allows marginalized artists to bypass industry barriers.