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FROM 2001–2026: CELEBRATING 25 YEARS

Music PEI Week is back from February 28—March 7, 2026!

FROM 2001–2026: CELEBRATING 25 YEARS

Music PEI Week is back from February 28—March 7, 2026!

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MUSIC PEI APPOINTS ANDY GLYDON AS NEXT EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

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Music PEI is Hiring! Multiple Employment Opportunities (Jan 2026 Start)

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Music PEI Announces Nominees for 2026 Music PEI Awards

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We’re back with another New Music Friday! 🎧

We’re back with another New Music Friday! 🎧

Check out these sweet new releases from our members:
1. Bend - @sweetgaleband
2. YOU, HERE - @beibei_music
3. Maybe Next Christmas - @lukahallmusic @brookemacarthurmusic
4. Here We Go - @teethout902

There’s only one more New Music Friday left until the new year! If you’ve got a new release and you’d like us to share it, fill out the AirTable form (link in bio) or send us a DM with your release info 💿

Music PEI is thrilled to unveil the full lineup fo

Music PEI is thrilled to unveil the full lineup for Music PEI Week 2026, celebrating the Island’s music industry with concerts, showcases, and special events from February 28–March 7, 2026.

Early bird Festival Passes are on sale now for just $60 (+ taxes/fees) until December 31st, offering unbeatable access to festival favourites and new programming alike.
Individual tickets go on sale Monday, December 15th, so mark your calendars and start planning your festival week!

Music PEI Week is proudly supported by ACOA, Innovation PEI, Skills PEI, and all of our generous Music PEI Week sponsors.

Music PEI is pleased to announce that longtime Pro

Music PEI is pleased to announce that longtime Program Officer and respected industry professional Andy Glydon will step into the role of Executive Director on March 14, 2026, as the organization enters a new chapter focused on industry development, community building, and strategic growth.

“On behalf of the Music PEI Board of Directors, I am thrilled to confirm that Andy Glydon will be stepping into the role of Executive Director. Andy’s deep connection with our music community, incredible work ethic, and deep institutional knowledge will ensure a smooth transition for the organization and its members. When the Board began discussing a successor upon Rob’s retirement, it quickly became clear to us that Andy was the natural choice,” said Mark Watts, President of the Music PEI Board of Directors.

Read the full press release on our website (link in bio)

Tomorrow! Come to @beaconsfield_historic_house Car

Tomorrow! Come to @beaconsfield_historic_house Carriage House for the first ever TO THE FRONT Jam Session (6:30-8:30pm)

If you have questions about venue/event accessibility that aren’t answered by the post - send a DM to either @musicpei or @sidebangshows, or send an email to:
hannah@musicpei.com

This event is possible thanks to funding from @womeninmusiccanada 🎸

🎶 Calling All Music Lovers, Community Champions

🎶 Calling All Music Lovers, Community Champions & Backstage Superheroes! 🎶

Music PEI Week 2026 is tuning up for an unforgettable celebration — and we want you on the team! Whether you’re a crowd-wrangler, gear-runner, hospitality hero, or just someone who loves good vibes and great music, we’ve got a spot with your name on it.

From buzzing venues to artist meet-and-greets, from late-night showcases to early-morning coffee runs (we salute you), volunteers are the heartbeat that keeps the whole week pulsing. 💓🎤

So if you’re ready for:
✨ Behind-the-scenes magic
✨ New friends and local tunes
✨ The joy of helping PEI’s music community shine
✨ Maybe even a cool volunteer tee…

Then step right up and join the crew!

👉 Sign up Link in Bio! Any questions, reach out to andrew@musicpei.com or shannon@musicpei.com

Let’s make Music PEI Week 2026 the biggest, brightest, and most fun one yet! 🎵💫

Deadline to sign up for Battle of the Bands 2026 i

Deadline to sign up for Battle of the Bands 2026 is LESS THAN ONE MONTH AWAY!
If you needed a good reason to start a band & sign up, here it is.

The winning band will receive:
🎸The 2026 Battle of the Bands Award,
🎸free Music PEI membership for your band,
🎸 a paid opening gig at the Music Mosaic (Rainbow Edition) showcase at @trailsidemusichall , presented by @pridepei ,
🎸 and 8 HOURS OF STUDIO TIME @thehillsoundstudio !!

Prizes for the runner-up generously provided by our friends @towncityshop .

⚠️ Sign up now until January 5th with the QR code in this post or through the link in our bio ⚠️

Thank you to Music PEI Week 2026 funders @innovation_pei , @skillspei , and event sponsor @thehillsoundstudio for making this event possible.

Your ultimate access to Music PEI Week 2026 🎟

Your ultimate access to Music PEI Week 2026

🎟️ Early bird passes passes are on sale for a limited time from Dec 1st, 2025 - to December 31st, 2025 for ONLY $60, so get yours today! Visit our website or click the link in our bio to purchase 🎟️

Passes include entry to all regular programming during the festival, giving you the freedom to choose up to 8 concerts ($130 value!) throughout February 28th and March 7th, 2026:
- Battle of the Bands [presented by the City of Charlottetown]
- Kickoff Concert @ The Guild
- Gen XX All Ages Show [presented by City of Summerside]
- SOCAN Songwriter of the Year Concert
- The Mill River Shuffle
- Copper Bottom Kitchen Party
- Music Mosaic (Rainbow Edition) [presented by Pride PEI]
- HipHop LIVE at Baba’s

(Please note: The Stingray Radio Music Video & Movie Screening and the 2026 Music PEI Awards Gala are not included in the festival pass. Tickets for those two events will need to be purchased separately.)

Next Wednesday, December 10th, come on down to Bea

Next Wednesday, December 10th, come on down to Beaconsfield Carriage House from 6:30-8:30pm for the first iteration of To The Front!

RSVP with the Google Form linked on @musicpei and @sidebangshows profiles. Hope to see you there!

Thank you to @womeninmusiccanada for funding this project 💗

VOTE NOW UNTIL DECEMBER 15! Help your favourite a

VOTE NOW UNTIL DECEMBER 15!

Help your favourite artists take home the W at the 2026 Music PEI Awards by going to www.ocean100.com/music-pei (linked on our page!) and casting your vote. The nominees are...

🎥 Anchor Fest Music Video of the Year:
Absolute Losers - Star Sweeper [dir. Griffin O'Toole] @absolute_losers_
Dazey - We haven't spoke in years [dir. Hannah Bridger] @dazeytheband
KINLEY - Marrying Me [dir. Ashley Anne Clark] @kinleymusic
Lennie Gallant - Counting on Angels [dir. Matt Lodge] @lennie_gallant
Logan Richard - The Grass is Blue (Everywhere I Go) [dir. Bailey Dockendorff] @loganrichardmusic

🎤 Ocean 100 & Hot 105.5 Entertainer of the Year:
Lawrence Maxwell @themaxwraptor
Lennie Gallant @lennie_gallant
Mango Street Trio @mangostreettrio
Nicolás Romero @nico_romerodada
Richard WOOD @richardwoodlive
Todd MacLean @toddpei

We're Hiring! Music PEI is looking for two Assista

We're Hiring! Music PEI is looking for two Assistant Event Coordinators to join our team for the 2026 Canadian Song Conference.

This 22-week paid contract (starting January 5th) is a great opportunity to gain real-world experience in the music industry. You'll help plan and run the 12th anniversary of the conference, which explores the ways that artists can create multiple revenue streams and songwriting. You'll be responsible for coordinating with artists & international delegates, booking travel/accommodations, and supporting staff in running Music PEI Week 2026.

We're looking for organized, detail-oriented folks who love music, are comfortable with email and Google Workspace, and want to learn more about what goes on behind the scenes in the industry.

Compensation: $650/week for 37.5 hrs/week
📍 Based in Charlottetown (in-office)
🗓️ Deadline to apply: Monday, December 1
💼 Must be eligible for the Work Experience PEI Program

Full details in the link in our bio!

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