Providence the Poet is a powerful voice in the world of hip hop—an experienced, lyrical, and dynamic artist with a raw, poetic edge. With a life shaped by a wide range of intense experiences, Providence brings deep authenticity and emotional depth to every verse he writes and performs. Originally making waves with a performance at the Louder Than a Bomb poetry festival in Hamilton, Ontario, Providence returned to his hometown of Montreal to immerse himself in its thriving underground hip hop scene. There, he became a staple at cypher jams and local shows, quickly earning a reputation for his commanding presence and thought-provoking lyricism. Providence was a core member of ODS, a collective of elite underground creatives. Together, they headlined two Hip Hop tours and performed at over 30 underground shows, leaving lasting impressions in every city they touched. His contributions helped push the boundaries of underground artistry, blending poetic storytelling with hard-hitting hip hop delivery. His music is deeply personal and socially resonant, drawn from a life that has seen homelessness, stays in psychiatric wards, confrontations with law enforcement, and powerful experiences of love and resilience. These lived truths fuel his lyrical content, allowing him to connect with a wide range of audiences on a deeply human level. Providence the Poet continues to be a sought-after voice in the underground hip hop community—bridging the gap between spoken word and rap, and turning struggle into unforgettable art.
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Milo Millz is a Latino hip hop artist from Hamilton Ontario. Heavily influenced by late ’90s to early 2000s hip hop sounds, with reggaeton undertones, he strives to incorporate as much of his heritage as he can while appealing to the new school crowd. Milo is currently working on a new EP with many dope unique sounding singles perfect for the summer vibes. Stay tuned for more!
Pretty L.A. is a 24-year-old musical talent who blends songwriting, singing and rapping to share her unique perspective on life. Drawing from her ethnicity and background, LA creates authentic and diverse music that resonates with audiences. Stay tuned as LA continues to evolve as an artist, promising soul-stirring melodies and captivating storytelling through music.
Originating from Hamilton, Ontario, Ashton Forever is an extremely talented up-and-coming rap/hip hop/R&B/pop artist who is creating his own wavy sound and presence in this industry. Ashton Forever is a independent Black Canadian music artist, producer, actor, music label owner and media company owner with a Dominican and French heritage. Ashton Forever’s music is a vibrant fusion of diverse cultural influences. Rooted in the richness of his Afro-Caribbean roots and shaped by the Canadian experience, he creates musical sounds and melodies that reflect the complexities and beauty of his style, flow, cadence, ambience, identity which have all been developed through his journey as an independent artist. Known for his catchy hooks and deep, passionate verses, Ashton Forever inhibits a wide range of diversity while delivering a pleasing sense of melodic sonic sensation throughout his music. He carries a catchy and rhythmic flow when rapping and singing which displays his own well-rounded style.
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This project is funded in part by FACTOR, the Government of Canada and Canada’s private radio broadcasters. Ce projet est financé en partie par FACTOR, le gouvernement du Canada et les radiodiffuseurs privés du Canada. We acknowledge the support of Ontario Creates, the Ontario Media Development Corporation, and the Government of Ontario.
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