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Up-to-date news on the BreakOut West Music Festival, Awards, Conference, International Events, and Feature Artists

Oct. 3, 2023

2023 Heritage Award, Kevin Walters Industry Builder Award, and Hall of Fame Inductee Announced

The Western Canadian Music Awards is thrilled to announce the 2023 specialty award recipients. The Heritage Award will be presented to acclaimed…

Sep. 27, 2023

Conference Announcement - Artist Therapy with Odario

It’s tough to be an artist. You have to wear all of the hats. Write, record and perform music, generate photo and video content for socials, market…

Aug. 1, 2023

Keynote Announcement - Shane Koyczan

There seems no shortage of adjectives to describe a Shane Koyczan show. Moving, hilarious, challenging, provocative, or inspirational. Take your…

Jun. 2, 2023

Conference Announcement - Registration Open

It's BreakOut time again! BreakOut West 2023 will take place October 11 - 15 in Kelowna BC. This year's event will feature four days of immersive…