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\"MM For Montreal\u00a0announces its first round of programming for the 12th\u00a0edition of the festival, which will be happening November 15-18. Once again,\u00a0the event will welcome\u00a0hundreds of\u00a0music industry professionals from over 15 countries, showcasing\u00a0100+ artists over the 4-day festival.<\/p>\n

Some of this year’s performers include anthemic indie-pop rockers ALVVAYS, Montreal pianist Jean-Michel Blais, U.S. electronic duo Odesza and more. Dedicated to providing a platform for emerging artists to perform for new fans, media and industry, M for Montreal welcomes local and international buzz-worthy acts. The festival\u00a0provides\u00a0a meeting place for music industry professionals and artists to exchange\u00a0ideas and generate\u00a0solid opportunities for their businesses and careers to grow.<\/p>\n

Announced performers:<\/strong><\/p>\n

ALVVAYS
\nCaspian Pool
\nCl\u00e9a Vincent
\nThe Courtneys
\nDarcys
\nDavid Lee
\nDeaf
\nGrim Streaker
\nIncredible Woman
\nJean-Michel Blais
\nKillason
\nLe Couleur
\nLouis Futon
\nOdesza
\nPaul Jacobs
\nThe Pirouettes
\nPeter Peter
\nRalph
\nRymz
\nShame
\nSofi Tukker
\nYonatan Gat<\/p>\n

Tickets + Festival Passes<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Festival Badges are now open to the public and are available\u00a0<\/a>here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Visit\u00a0www.mformontreal.com<\/a>\u00a0for further details.<\/p>\n

More about M For Montreal?\u00a0<\/strong>Founded in 2006 by S\u00e9bastien Nasra (Avalanche Productions), in collaboration with the legendary British festival programmer Martin Elbourne (Glastonbury Festival, The Great Escape and co-founder along with Peter Gabriel of the WOMAD Festival),\u00a0M for Montreal\u00a0is much more than an annual event. “M” is a not-for-profit with\u00a0an ambitious\u00a0mission to showcase and promote emerging artists and open doors for them on international stages. Since 2006, M for Montreal has carved out an enviable reputation at the heart of Montr\u00e9al’s cultural life, and now occupies an undeniable role as a catalyst for the local industry, both for emerging Canadian artists and those who are developing their careers at a global level.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

M For Montreal\u00a0announces its first round of programming for the 12th\u00a0edition of the festival, which will be happening November 15-18. 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