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Halifax-based hip-hop artist Aquakultre has been rising in popularity over the past few years. He just released a new single: “Pay It Forward.”

Although the COVID-19 pandemic has led to many people feeling lonely and isolated, one student society at Dalhousie University has been working to lift spirits through music.

Dylan Menzie starts every episode of his podcast with the same question: “What do you dream?” Menzie explains why he asks this: it’s a very broad opening question and a good way to get an idea of who he’s interviewing. “They could talk about their worst nightmares right off the top or something they’re very…

In this image: The King's Chorus performing at St. Mary's Basilica.

The King’s Chorus celebrates ten years of making music and community. The group was created by three King’s students, one of whom still directs the chorus.

Halifax musician Gabrielle Papillon released her seventh album, Shout, in October and took it on tour the following month. She chats with the Gazette about how the record was a “happy accident.”

In this image: Close up of Daniel Caesar on stage.

Photographer Carter Hutton checked out Daniel Caesar’s Halifax concert on Nov. 14. Caesar’s latest album, CASE STUDY 01, released earlier this year in June.

Toronto-based rapper Haviah Mighty is rising in the ranks. She just one the 2019 Polaris Music Prize and is now on tour across the Canada.

In this image: The band members of the ABBA cover band.

Local ABBA cover band Dancing Queen has quickly been gaining success in the Halifax music scene. They’ve already performed at multiple popular venues.