Andrew Mosker

A day in the life of a #soundengineer starts long before anyone hits record. Setting up the gear and dialing in the levels is the quiet work behind every great recording session. The National Music Centre’s #recordingstudio environments are unlike anywhere in the world, with historic analog consoles and a collection of instruments spanning 450 years of music technology. Learn more and book your recording at studiobell.ca/recording. 🎶 Song: “Set U Free” by K-Riz (prod. EL.WAV), out on all streaming platforms now.

National Music Centre (NMC) extends its condolences to the family and friends of #SassJordan, who passed away last week. The Montreal-raised singer was one of the great voices of Canadian rock. Beyond her powerhouse voice, Sass was known for her generosity. She gave her time and talent to numerous charitable causes, including BANC (Benevolent Artists National Charity) and The Andy Kim Montreal Christmas, which have raised funds for many not-for-profits including NMC. Having graced the stage at the King Eddy many times, as well as NMC’s performance hall over the years, Sass remains a presence in the building today, with a photo of her performing hanging in the Eddy lobby and a jacket she wore on display in NMC’s Idols and Icons exhibition. Sass absolutely knew how to make you a believer, and we’ll miss her dearly. Le Centre national de musique (CNM) offre ses plus sincères condoléances à la famille et aux proches de Sass Jordan, décédée la semaine dernière. Ayant grandi à Montréal, Sass Jordan était l’une des grandes voix du rock canadien. Au-delà de sa voix puissante, Sass était aussi reconnue pour sa grande générosité. Elle a consacré son temps et son talent à de nombreuses causes, notamment BANC (Benevolent Artists National Charity) et Le Noël Montréalais d’Andy Kim, qui ont permis d’amasser des fonds pour plusieurs organismes à but non lucratif, dont le CNM. Sass est montée sur la scène du King Eddy à de nombreuses reprises au fil des ans, ainsi que sur celle de la salle de spectacle du CNM. Sa présence se fait encore sentir aujourd'hui : une photo d'elle en spectacle est accrochée dans le hall du King Eddy, tandis qu'une veste qu'elle a portée est présentée dans notre exposition Idoles et icônes. Elle nous manquera énormément. 📸: Baden Roth

That’s a wrap on the Alberta Music Cities Convention 2026! 🎶 We’re ending the week off full of ideas, inspired by the connections made, and energized by the possibilities ahead. The conversations may have started here, but we’re excited to see where they lead and what comes next. A big thank you to the over 300 delegates from around the world who joined us to exchange ideas and imagine what’s possible for Alberta’s music communities. We’re also incredibly grateful to the partners and sponsors whose support helped make the convention possible: Sound Diplomacy, @WestAnthemAB, @Alberta_Music, @YourAlberta, @ckuaradio , @Spruce_Meadows, Calgary Arts Development, Craig Senyk Initiatives, OCL Studios, the Scotlyn Foundation, and Walt and Irene DeBoni. 📸: Sebastian Buzzalino

Music leaders from around the world have been in Calgary for the Alberta Music Cities Convention. So, we asked them: What can Calgary learn from your city? Whether it’s making music part of the city’s identity and tourism strategy or sustaining and creating spaces for developing talent to thrive, here are some ideas Calgary can take inspiration from.

#AlbertaMCC2026 is officially underway at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre! We're thrilled to welcome delegates from around the world for three days of connection and conversations around music policy. More to come over the next few days.

#SixStringNation Guitar, an evening of songs and stories inspired by an instrument built from 64 pieces of Canadian history and heritage, comes to #StudioBell on Nov. 6. 🎸 Nicknamed Voyageur, the Six String Nation Guitar brings together materials representing cultures, communities, and stories from every province and territory. @jjshiplett, John Wort Hannam Music, @EmilyTriggs, and Jaiden Riley will take the stage to celebrate this living artifact and the stories it carries. 🔗 Get tickets: bit.ly/4hnBMfM

Today marks what would have been Canadian singer-songwriter Ian Tyson's birthday. 🎂 An inductee of the Canadian Music Hall of Fame, the Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame (@CCMAofficial), and the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame (@CSHFmusic), celebrate the country-folk cowboy’s legacy by looking back at this 2019 interview where he shares how his years living the rodeo life inspired many of his most beloved songs.

In our latest NMC Amplify feature, 2025 @CCMAofficial Hall of Fame inductee @lisabrokop looks back on her very first CCMA Awards – a memory that came full circle when she joined one of her heroes in the Hall of Fame. Read the full story. amplify.nmc.ca/how-lisa-brok…

Does the backdrop in #EdenTaylor’s new video look familiar? 👀 It should! The Calgary singer-songwriter's new video for her song, “That’s What I Do,” was filmed entirely inside #StudioBell, home of the National Music Centre. We may be biased, but we think our building makes a pretty great co-star. ✨ youtube.com/watch?v=5C0c0lPB…

How can music build stronger cities and communities? Find out at the #MusicCitiesConvention Alberta 2026, from Sept. 29 to Oct. 1 at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre. Hear from over 30 speakers, including policymakers, industry leaders, and creatives from around the world. Explore how music can drive jobs, wellbeing, sustainability, and economic growth. Help shape the future of music cities. Register today: bit.ly/4cHDqYm

Ça fait un an que le Centre national de musique (CNM) a inauguré son espace partagé avec l'@ADISQ_ dans le Quartier Latin de Montréal! 🥂 Au cours de la dernière année, cet espace a accueilli des lancements d'albums, des conférences, des activités de réseautage, des enregistrements de balados et bien plus encore, créant des liens précieux entre le Centre national de musique (CNM) et la vibrante communauté musicale du Québec. Pour souligner cette étape importante, nous avons accueilli une réception réunissant @AndyKimMusic, Montréalais d'origine et intronisé au Panthéon de la musique canadienne, ainsi que Fred Dionne et Katrine Sansregret, nommés aux prix Félix, en plus de nombreux amis et collègues de la scène musicale francophone. Notre espace montréalais continue de servir de pont pour le travail du CNM au Québec, et nous avons hâte de multiplier les performances, événements et collaborations au cours de la prochaine année. Découvrez quelques photos de l'événement et apprenez-en plus sur l'impact de cet espace : bit.ly/4h7LpPQ Intéressé à louer l'espace? Visitez nmc.ca/fr/montreal pour tous les détails. 📸: Claudia Grégoire — It’s been one year since the National Music Centre (NMC) opened its co-location with Adisq in Montréal’s Quartier Latin. Over the past year, the space has hosted album launches, networking events, podcast tapings, and more, helping connect National Music Centre with Québec’s vibrant music community. To mark the milestone, we hosted a reception with Montréal-born Canadian Music Hall of Fame inductee Andy Kim, Félix Award-nominees Fred Dionne and Katrine Sansregret, and many friends and colleagues from the Francophone music scene in attendance. Our Montréal hub continues to serve as a bridge for NMC’s work in Québec, and we’re looking forward to even more performances, events, and collaborations in the year ahead. Check out some photos from the event, and learn more about the impact the space is having: bit.ly/4h7LpPQ Interested in booking the space? Visit nmc.ca/montreal for all the details.

Before @_DeepPurple's show at the Scotiabank Saddledome last night, frontman #IanGillan was reunited with the Rolling Stones Mobile Studio (RSM), the very studio where the band’s 1972 album #MachineHead and #SmokeontheWater were recorded. Known as the "Sistine Chapel of rock 'n' roll," the RSM has been part of countless legendary recordings. Now parked next to the King Eddy stage, the RSM continues to record new music and make history. Swipe through to see photos from Gillan's visit.

Tonight is the night! 🎸 National Music Centre presents Eddy Fest from tonight until Sunday afternoon, with 16 acts performing over the three-day festival. With over 120 years of history behind it, the Eddy’s lasting legacy is something to cheers to! 🍻 ‼️Advance tickets for Friday and Saturday night and Sunday afternoon are sold out. However, a limited number of weekend passes are still available, and limited tickets will be available at the door. If you want to raise a glass to the Eddy, we also recommend coming by for our free brunch show on Aug. 15 (the show is free, not the brunch 😏). Grab your tickets and see the full lineup at kingeddy.ca/whats-on. 📸: Neil Zeller

Eddy Fest kicks off this Friday, August 14 with a lineup that pays homage to the many eras of the @KingEddyYYC's story. Come raise a glass to 120 years of history! Friday’s lineup features: 🎸 7:30 pm – Singer-songwriter Duke Domino 🎸 8:30 pm – Blues and soul artist @OlleeOwens Band 🎸 9:30 pm – Roots-rockers @BrotherBicker 🔗 Eddy Fest runs Aug. 14-16 with 16 acts over 3 days – and tickets are selling fast! See the full Eddy Fest lineup and get tickets: bit.ly/4gcfUna

Kevin McAuley, builder and president of Goulais River Guitars, has a knack for building instruments out of odd materials, and the #KingEddyYYC gave him some interesting materials to work with. He crafted three guitars in the venue's honour, including a four-string model made from a recovered exit sign pulled from the original building's demolition. It even lights up.💡 Celebrate over 120 years of King Eddy history with NMC Presents: Eddy Fest, from Aug. 14-16, and honour every era of this legendary venue's story. See the full lineup and get tickets at kingeddy.ca/whats-on.