TUNE IN FOUNDATION BLUEPRINT PROGRAM + FRESH UP SHOWCASES
Featuring Mauvey + Kyle Wildfern + Tesharah + GOODBADUGLY + Stacey + Salomé + Mazii + Belladonna
Stacey is a singer, songwriter and burlesque performer with a powerful voice and a dynamic stage presence. Specializing in rock vocals, she brings bold personality and theatrical flair to her performances. Her work draws together music and live entertainment, creating a distinctive artistic presence built on vocal strength and expressive performance.
Salomé is a Canadian-born artist with Colombian roots who creates in both Spanish and English. Her music bridges languages and cultures through emotion and personal storytelling. After five years in engineering, she chose to pursue music, bringing the discipline and resilience of that experience into her creative practice. Her artistry celebrates connection across different backgrounds and ways of experiencing the world.
Born and raised in Benin City, Nigeria, Mazii first explored music through church choir and drama. After moving to Canada in 2018, he committed to developing his music in 2022. His artistry draws on his roots, life journey and ongoing self-discovery, bringing a personal perspective to the stories he tells through sound.
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Belladonna is a Hamilton-based contemporary folk artist whose warm melodies and emotionally honest storytelling find beauty and humour in everyday life. She placed second in Hamilton’s Battle of the Bands and has been a finalist in the Verse to Voice songwriting competition and Summerfolk Youth Discoveries. Her work pairs an observant lyrical voice with an inviting, personal approach to song.
MAUVEY is Afrocinema! More than a music genre, Afrocinema is MAUVEY's universe. Afrocinema is where alternative music, electronic production, pop hooks, punk performances, Afro melodies, and singer-songwriter story telling exist as one immersive experience. Afrocinema is music, fashion, film, and live. This autumn, MAUVEY embarks on the Real Life No Digital Tour: A Distribution of Love which includes seven headline dates in the UK and 11 festivals across Canada. With landmark performances in 2025 and 2026 including Glastonbury, Junofest, Isle of Wight, SXSW, and support slots for Oxlade, Talib Kweli, Hard Life, and Digable Planets, MAUVEY's global momentum continues to surge, building a reputation for electrifying performances and radical storytelling.
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Born in Toronto, Kyle Wildfern began his musical journey playing bass in his local church, later honing his skills in school bands. Now a versatile singer, songwriter, and producer, Kyle blends genres like hip-hop, R&B, pop, alternative, dancehall, and country. His talent for writing and producing has led him to work with both local and international artists, earning him a reputation as a dynamic and innovative force in the music industry. Kyle has found success as an independent artist, with his sound resonating with a growing audience across streaming platforms.
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Tesharah is a versatile and passionate singer and songwriter who masterfully covers a variety of genres such as reggae, RnB, soul and gospel, bringing a unique and captivating presence to every performance. Her writing style takes many shapes, harnessing the inspiration from varied genres including gospel, reggae, folk, and soul. In August 2021, Tesharah released her upbeat single “Have a little Faith” and her new reggae single “Nuh Badda Me” released in 2023, has made waves across radio stations. From the beginning of her journey, she’s been known as the little girl with the big voice. Known for her soulful vocals and dynamic performance, Tesharah’s music resonates with diverse audiences. She has performed at notable events like TD Jerk Fest and The hArt Music Series in Hamilton. In 2024, she released her latest album, My Story, showcasing her growth and artistry. This project gained her nominations in the 2025 Reggae North Awards. Tesharah has gained experience performing live at many notable community and cultural events such as the Welland Afro festival , International Women’s Day event at the Jamaican Canadian Centre, Taste of the Caribbean in Montreal, and the John Holland Awards .
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GOODBADUGLY is a Toronto-based R&B artist known for his emotionally raw vocals and atmospheric production. His music dives deep into themes of love, heartbreak, and self-reflection, blending elements of alternative R&B, soul, and trap. With a sound that’s cinematic yet intimate, GOODBADUGLY’s tracks resonate with vulnerability and honesty, offering a fresh, personal take on modern R&B. In 2022, GOODBADUGLY achieved a significant milestone as the single “Next Man” reached new heights, peaking at #34 on the Canadian radio charts and spending a notable six weeks in the top 40 showcasing the ability to resonate with a diverse audience. With an ever-growing fanbase, GOODBADUGLY is building a movement. His dedication to authentic self-expression and bringing people together coupled with undeniable talent will be the catalyst to his success.
An initiative of the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce, Hamilton Day (Oct 29-Nov 1) aims to support local businesses and engage local and regional visitors in Hamilton's vibrant community with a weekend of shopping, dining, and entertainment across the city. With over 1,000 participating shops, pop-up markets, concerts, and more, it's the perfect time to experience and explore what Hamilton’s small business community has to offer. To learn more, visit hamiltonday.ca — your one-stop-shop for details about the event. It also includes a schedule and interactive map that shows which businesses are participating to help you plan your local-loving adventure!