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Prism Prize Eligible Video: Marvin.  - On Go

The 2020 Prism Prize for Best Canadian Music Video was awarded to Peter Huang, for his clip for Jessie Reyez's Far Away. We will continue to profile noteworthy Canadian videos that were eligible for the Prize, including this one from a young artist from Brampton.

Prism Prize Eligible Video: Marvin.  - On Go

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The 2020 Prism Prize for Best Canadian Music Video was awarded to Peter Huang, for his clip for Jessie Reyez's Far Away. We will continue to profile noteworthy Canadian videos that were eligible for the Prize, including this one from a young artist from Brampton.


Marvin.  -  On Go

Marvin. is a singer and songwriter from Brampton, ON, thriving in Toronto’s evolving music scene. A versatile artist, he writes dark and gritty lyrics and melodies to resemble his hometown. He captivates audiences with healing rhythmic lyrics to upbeat soul-trap. 

Fre is a music video director and University of Guelph alumni. He is a part of media company RISK IT ALL INC.

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Isaiah Lindsay, known as Ill Cinematics, is a director and editor making big moves in the music industry. As a current University of Guelph-Humber media student, he creates artistic videos as his side hustle, on his way to becoming a stand-out media professional.

David Del Rossario is a music video director and audio engineer from Toronto, serving local and international clients. With over 100 million views of his work, his videos have been featured on World Star Hip Hop.

Tony Blairk, known as Teddy, is a music video director from Toronto and a University of Wilfred Laurier alumni. He is a part of RISK IT ALL INC.

On Go is an honourable mention for the top 6 Canadian videos on We Love Hip Hop’s Demon and Chill podcast episode 206.

The music video boldly plays with blue and red tones, as footage cuts from grainy shots to night time vibes. The shots are cleverly timed with the music, bumping with the catchiness of ‘On Go’ and shows the creative genius of the directors. The consistent visuals of cars and dancers tie the scenes of Brampton nightlife together.

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Artist: Marvin.

Directors: Fre, Isaiah Lindsay, David Del Rossario and Teddy

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Executive of the Week: Justin West of Secret City Records on the Secrets of Independent Music Success​
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Executive of the Week: Justin West of Secret City Records on the Secrets of Independent Music Success​

The man behind one of Canada's most successful indie labels talks about the late-blooming success of French-language streaming record-holder Patrick Watson, why he builds long-term relationships with artists, and why it's important for the indie sector to work together.

Justin West is a leader and advocate in Canada’s independent music scene, but he didn’t plan it out that way. When he started his record label Secret City Records in Montreal in the mid-2000s, it was out of necessity. He had met an artist he loved and wanted to build a career with, and the label was a means to do it. That artist was Patrick Watson, and 20 years later he — and Secret City — are more successful than ever.

West — a multiple time Billboard Canada Power Player – leads one of the biggest indie labels in Canada while also advocating for the sector on multiple boards both locally and internationally. When we speak to him for this Executive of the Week interview, he’s just returned from Banff for the National Summit on Artificial Intelligence and Culture, and is a central figure in discussions around the Online Streaming Act and collective negotiations with online streaming platforms.

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