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UK TOUR
\nM FOR MONTREAL ENDS ITS UK TOUR!<\/strong><\/p>\n

As part of its\u00a0On The Road missions<\/a>, M pour Montr\u00e9al is continuing its tour of the UK, taking part in high-profile events, presenting showcases and networking activities, and giving a number of Quebec and Canadian artists the chance to tread the boards of Anglo-Saxon concert halls.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n
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LAST STOP: THE GREAT ESCAPE\u00a02025<\/strong><\/h3>\n

From\u00a014 to 17 May<\/strong>, the M for Montreal team will finally be making a stop in Brighton, an enchanting English seaside resort, to present a reception and showcases of exceptional Canadian artists as part of\u00a0The Great Escape<\/a>\u00a0festival. Since 2006, this annual gathering has presented\u00a0over 500 emerging artists from around the world\u00a0<\/strong>in some thirty venues within walking distance of each other throughout the city. And don’t forget Brighton’s famous beach, where a few temporary concerts will round off the programme.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n
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WITH THE SUPPORT OF OUR GOVERNMENTAL PARTNERS<\/strong><\/div>\n
We’d like to thank\u00a0Qu\u00e9bec Cr\u00e9atif (SODEC)<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0FACTOR<\/a>\u00a0for their contribution to this event.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n
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ON THE ROAD WITH M FOR MONTREAL: A MISSION FOCUSED ON EXPORT!<\/strong><\/p>\n

M for Montreal<\/strong>\u00a0works year-round to\u00a0propel Qu\u00e9bec and Canadian artists as well as professionals onto the international stage<\/strong>. With a targeted and agile approach, we adapt to market needs and the artists we support by creating concrete export opportunities.\u00a0Crafted to seal the deal<\/em>, we put everything in place to help music from here cross borders and reach new audiences.<\/p>\n

Through our\u00a0On the Road<\/a>\u00a0missions<\/strong>, we showcase talents at major events across North America and Europe, maximizing visibility and growth opportunities.\u00a0The Great Escape<\/strong>\u00a0is one of the key stops in this mission\u2014a strategic hub where artists can build valuable connections and take their careers to the next level.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n
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\u00a0RECEPTION
\nCHEERS TO 20 YEARS OF M!<\/strong><\/p>\n

On\u00a015 May at 12 noon at Patterns<\/strong>, we’ll be starting the day off right with the\u00a0Cheers to 20 years of M!\u00a0<\/strong><\/em>reception organised by\u00a0M pour Montr\u00e9al<\/strong>\u00a0in partnership with\u00a0Qu\u00e9bec Cr\u00e9atif (SODEC)<\/a>. Pimm’s cup and smoothie bowls, essential to any good seaside event, will be served at noon to fill you up with freshness.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n
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OFFICIAL SHOWCASES<\/strong><\/p>\n

Following the reception, from\u00a012:00 to 4\u00a0PM<\/strong>, a series of\u00a0showcases featuring talented Quebec and Canadian artists<\/strong>\u00a0performing at\u00a0Patterns<\/strong>, in front of an audience of industry professionals. M Pour Montr\u00e9al is gearing up to showcase a wide variety of musical genres, with a line-up ranging from the\u00a0indie rock\u00a0<\/strong>of\u00a0Sorry Girls<\/strong>, to the\u00a0experimental electro<\/strong>\u00a0of\u00a0Patche<\/strong>, to the\u00a0post-punk<\/strong>\u00a0of\u00a0Alix Fernz<\/strong>, to the\u00a0hardcore punk rock<\/strong>\u00a0of\u00a0Truck Violence<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n
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SORRY GIRLS<\/strong>
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QU\u00c9BEC SHOWCASE X 20 YEARS OF M FOR MONTREAL:
\nA STOPOVER IN LONDON<\/strong><\/div>\n
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Before heading to Brighton, M for Montreal will make a\u00a0stop in London<\/strong>\u00a0to celebrate its\u00a020th anniversary<\/strong>\u00a0with a\u00a0birthday party on Monday, May 12, starting at 6 PM at the Old Blue Last<\/strong>. Several\u00a0showcases featuring 100% Qu\u00e9b\u00e9cois artists<\/strong>\u00a0will be presented, in partnership with M for Montreal,\u00a0Qu\u00e9bec Cr\u00e9atif (SODEC)<\/a>, and\u00a0the Qu\u00e9bec Government Office in London<\/a>. The evening will also include a networking moment with industry professionals. A prize draw will give attendees\u00a0the chance to win a Pro Pass for the next edition of M for Montreal<\/strong>, along\u00a0with other prizes<\/strong>\u00a0that will make you dream of Qu\u00e9bec.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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SHOWCASES: CANADA HOUSE<\/strong>
\nFinally, on the afternoons of\u00a0May 15, 16, and 17<\/strong>,\u00a0M for Montreal<\/strong>, in partnership with\u00a0Qu\u00e9bec Cr\u00e9atif (SODEC)<\/a>, is proud to present\u00a0thrilling showcases featuring incredibly talented Qu\u00e9b\u00e9cois and Canadian artists<\/strong>, performing on the legendary Green Door Store stage in Brighton.<\/p>\n

Come discover the hip-hop-infused R&B of\u00a0Malika Tirolien & Caulder Nash (GeminiCrab)<\/strong>, the post-punk energy of\u00a0zouz<\/strong>, and the heartfelt folk of\u00a0Genevi\u00e8ve Racette<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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MALIKA TIROLIEN & CAULDER NASH (GEMINICRAB)<\/strong>
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DIVE INTO THE WORLD OF QU\u00c9BEC SPRING AND THE ARTISTS WHO WILL MAKE THE UK TOUR VIBRATE<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n
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ABOUT M FOR MONTREAL<\/strong>
\n20 years of Musical Connections and Deals Sealed.\u00a0<\/strong>
\nSince 2005, M for Montreal has been a vital catalyst for emerging artists, propelling them toward national and international careers. This year, we proudly celebrate our 20th edition with a special program set to make history.\u00a0Over three days, more than 500 local and international music industry professionals will gather to discover showcases, attend inspiring conferences, and participate in strategic networking activities. Together, let\u2019s celebrate 20 years of shining a spotlight on the music scene and Montreal\u2019s role as a global hub for the music industry.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n
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LORI ETHIER<\/strong><\/p>\n

Manager of International Strategic Alliances \u00a0Responsable – International development
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