Nashville Manitoba | The Writer’s Round at BreakOut West
Songsmiths Canada is excited to feature songwriters at showcase happening adjacent to the BreakOut West Conference and Festival in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The songwriting project will be presenting five artists and songwriters and connecting them to influential industry contacts in key music markets.
This mini showcase on Friday, September from 5:30 to 7:00pm in the CTRL Space Records with performances from five artists including: Calgary pop artist Elle McAndrews, singer-songwriter Shay Wolf, indie pop artist and producer Daggerss, Prairie-born rock frontman Doug McArthur, and Metis/Polish avant-pop pianist Kwiat.
Songsmiths Canada , formerly known as the Winnipeg Music Project, is an Western Canadian Music Award nominated endeavor dedicated to spotlighting music-makers from across Canada. Songsmiths Canada is a national catalyst for discovery, empowerment and promotion of music across all genres. While preserving and celebrating Canadian music through stories of songwriting and the unique journeys of artists who love what they do, Songsmiths Canada inspires a new generation of music makers and music lovers.
BreakOut West is an annual music industry event and music festival that focuses on showcasing and promoting Western Canadian music talent. It primarily highlights artists and musicians from the western provinces of Canada, including Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan. BreakOut West serves as a platform for emerging and established artists to connect with industry professionals, gain exposure, and participate in networking opportunities.
Venue Information
203 - 245 McDermot Avenue
Winnipeg, Manitoba
A 6-minute walk from the conference hotel!
Meet The Artists
Shay Wolf
Shay Wolf is a Winnipeg-based alt-pop artist whose ethereal sound and dreamlike storytelling invite listeners into a vibrant world of emotion, wonder, and transformation. With haunting vocals, cinematic textures, and a spark of whimsy, she crafts music that lingers like a memory - glowing long after the final note. Listen to her new single 'Sunny Days' on all streaming platforms.
Elle McAndrews
Elle McAndrews is a Canadian singer-songwriter and pop artist from Calgary. She blends soul, pop, and rock influences in her music and is inspired by artists like Charlotte Cardin, St. Vincent and Lana Del Rey, Elle released her debut EP in 2020 ‘Hanging by a Thread’ and since then has dropped five singles. Expanding beyond her singer-songwriter roots, Elle has delved into electronica, pop, and synth-infused sounds, Drawing inspiration from The Police, Phil Collins, and Robyn.
Daggerss
The world of Daggerss is a sparkly, joyful, and effervescent experience layered with emotional grit. The Canadian radio-charting producer, songwriter, and artist crafts her signature alt pop sound using thick synth stacks and catchy melodies out of Sprkl Studio in Manitoba. She has toured, recorded, and written songs internationally, and boasts multiple sync placements on major film/tv networks (NBC, CTV, Nickelodeon.)
KWIAT
KWIAT (pronounced kwai·uht) is a Winnipeg-based Métis Polish avant-pop artist whose music blooms at the intersection of fiery piano anthems and poetic mystique. Drawing from the raw intensity of Fiona Apple, the theatricality of Tori Amos, and the hook-driven punch of modern indie pop. The Polish word for "flower," her name reflects the duality of her music, both delicate and bold.