Haviah Mighty Joins Black History Month Showcase Feb 21 at City of Toronto Archives

The Canada Black Music Archives is pleased to announce the addition of Toronto rapper Haviah Mighty to their Black History Month Showcase. The accomplished lyricist has won several Juno awards and the coveted Polaris Music Prize in 2019 for her album 13th Floor. The album acts as an open letter on the continuing struggle for equality. She joins an already heavy line-up featuring the Dream Warriors— who just celebrated their 35th anniversary in music, and multi-disciplinary emcee, Mathematik. 

The Black History Month Showcase is part of the CBMA’s Black History Month programming and is presented in partnership with the City of Toronto Music Office. This event will take place once more at the City of Toronto Archives on Friday, February 21st.

Hosting the evening is Andy McCurbin aka ‘Brother A’. The MC was a popular presence in the early days of Toronto hip-hop. Masters of the mix spinning between sets include DJ Carl Allen, DJ DTS, and Joey from Sound Quest. Special guest speakers that evening include former President of the Ontario Black History Society, Dr. Rosemary Sadlier, and Dr. Mark Campbell of Northside Hip-Hop.

Those in attendance are welcome to explore the Canadian Cyphers: Elements of Toronto Hip-Hop exhibit and music video screenings in between acts. This free event will run from 6:00– 9:00pm, with donations encouraged. Exclusive merchandise, drinks and food will also be available for purchase. Book your tickets now on Eventbrite.  

Join the CBMA this February to celebrate Toronto’s impact on the hip-hop genre!  

Thank you to our partners at the City of Toronto Music Office, the City of Toronto Archives, Retrontario, and Northside Hip Hop for making this programming possible.