The Canadian Academy of Arts and Sciences (CARAS) and CBC today announced the final lineup of artists set to perform at The 2024 JUNO Awards.
Broadcast hosted by Canadian pop icon, Nelly Furtado. Among the highlights, Alexandra Stréliski will pay homage to Karl Tremblay, the iconic lead singer and co-founder of Les Cowboys Fringants in a joint performance with Allison Russell and Aysanabee who will pay tribute to legendary artists Gordon Lightfoot and Robbie Robertson. Additionally, Jeremy Dutcher and Elisapie will take the stage with a powerful performance that will delight audiences.
This year’s winners will be unveiled in Halifax, Nova Scotia. First at the JUNO Opening Night Awards Presented by Music Canada on Saturday, March 23. Then followed by The JUNO Awards Broadcast on Sunday, March 24, live on CBC. Produced by Insight Productions (a Boat Rocker company), the 53rd JUNO Awards will be broadcast and streamed live from the Scotiabank Centre in Halifax. Starting at 9 p.m AST/8 p.m EST on CBC TV, CBC Gem, CBC Radio One, CBC Music, CBC Listen, and globally at CBCMusic.ca/junos and CBC Music’s YouTube page.
NEW 2024 JUNO Award Performers
Alexandra Stréliski
Alexandra Stréliski has over 375 million streams worldwide, eight Félix Awards, a JUNO Award, double platinum and gold certified albums, over 100,000 concert tickets sold, and more. The phenomenal success of Alexandra Stréliski’s third album since its release in March 2023 can’t be ignored. Néo-Romance earned a spot on the Polaris Music Prize Long List, and became one of the most-nominated albums at the Gala de l’ADISQ, winning Female Artist of the Year, Artist of the Year – International Reach, and Album of the Year – Instrumental Music. She has also performed for many packed venues across Quebec since then. Alexandra has nominations for Album of the Year Presented by Music Canada and Instrumental Album of the Year at the 2024 JUNO Awards this year.
Allison Russell
Grammy-winning artist Allison Russell is a master storyteller, weaving tales through her music. Allison is nominated for Music Video of the Year, Contemporary Roots Album of the Year and Songwriter of the Year for The Returner. In just three years since her debut solo album, this self-taught singer, songwriter, poet, activist and multi-instrumentalist has redefined 21st-century artistry. From her poignant celebration of survivors’ joy on Outside Child to the soul-stirring expression of Black liberation on The Returner, Russell’s music surpasses all expectations, solidifying her as one of today’s most essential artists. Her accolades include a Grammy win for Best American Roots Performance for her powerful single “Eve was Black”, a JUNO Award for Contemporary Roots Album of the Year, the Americana Music Association’s 2023 Spirit of Americana Award & 2022 Album of the Year Award, two International Folk Music Awards, three Canadian Folk Music Awards, and four UK Americana Music Awards.
Aysanabee
Aysanabee has swiftly risen from releasing his debut album, Watin, to arriving centre stage in his career. Making history as the first Indigenous artist to top Canadian Alternative Rock Radio and performing at the Polaris Music Prize Gala, he has transitioned from an unsigned artist to an internationally touring, award-winning sensation.
Notable achievements include a 2023 JUNO Award nomination for Contemporary Indigenous Artist of the Year, three Indigenous Music Awards, a Jim Beam Indie Award, and a Folk Music Ontario Award for Recording Artist of the Year. Now, with his new EP, Here and Now, Aysanabee embarks on a different path. While still roped in the preservation of his grandfather’s stories, he explores personal themes of love and self-reflection. Aysanabee racks up 3 nominations for the 2024 JUNO Awards including Songwriter of the Year, Alternative Album of the Year, and Contemporary Indigenous Artist or Group of the Year for Here and Now.
Elisapie
Elisapie breaks through with a nomination for Contemporary Indigenous Artist or Group of the Year for the 2024 JUNOS. Since her first JUNO Award win in 2005 with Taima, her band at the time, Elisapie’s body of work has been frequently praised. Her 2018 album The Ballad of the Runaway Girl was shortlisted for the Polaris Music Prize, earned her numerous Félix Awards, and received a nomination at the JUNO Awards.
Following this critically acclaimed album, Elisapie performed with the Orchestre Métropolitain de Montréal to the invitation of Yannick Nézet-Séguin, at the SummerStage Festival in New York City’s Central Park and in the NPR office for her own Tiny Desk Session, as well as in several venues and festivals locally and internationally. Elisapie recently released Inuktitut, her fourth solo record. On this album, the Inuk artist covers ten classic rock and pop songs translated into Inuktitut, her mother tongue.
Motewolonuwok
Motewolonuwok, Jeremy Dutcher’s latest opus, heaves with dynamic orchestration and the inherent drama of grand piano, recalling a long line of artists who have turned the classical establishment on its head to deliver compositions that are doubly ecstatic and modern — luminaries such as Julius Eastman, Perfume Genius, Arthur Russell, Beverly Glenn-Copeland, and Merce Cunningham.
More intimate and expansive than anything Dutcher has created before, Motewolonuwok hedges the line between storytelling and composition as both a transcendental protest record and an exploration of self. This is experimental pop as corrective medicine: a defiant, healing, and queer experience that fills any listener with power and wisdom. Jeremy is nominated for Adult Alternative Album of the Year Presented by Long & McQuade Musical Instruments.
These artists join previously announced performances from The Beaches, Charlotte Cardin, Josh Ross, Karan Aujla, Nelly Furtado, TALK and this year’s Canadian Music Hall of Fame inductee Maestro Fresh Wes, who will be honoured during a special moment presented by TD Bank Group.
JUNO WEEK EVENTS
Below are the latest updates to the 2024 JUNO Week events coming to Halifax:
NEW: JUNO BLOCK PARTY PRESENTED BY FACTOR
For three electrifying nights, the first-ever JUNO Block Party Presented by FACTOR will feature a diverse range of Canadian talent and emerging artists who will command the spotlight and deliver unforgettable performances. Fans will experience a concert-style showcase featuring some of their favourite musicians and JUNO-nominated artists.
Event: JUNO Kick-Off Concert Powered by Support4Culture
Date and Time: Thursday, March 21 | Doors 6:00 p.m. | Show 7:00 p.m. | 19+
Location: Foundation North Parking Lot, next to Waterfront Warehouse | 1549 Lower Water Street
Details: JUNO Kick-Off Concert Powered by Support4Culture features Classified’s “Welcome to the Maritimes” set featuring David Myles, JRDN, O’Sound, and expect special guests celebrating his catalogue of hits. The night kicks off with a tribute to Mi’kmaq culture featuring City Natives. This is followed by PEI’s Joce Reyome, North Preston’s own Reeny, and closing with International Ambassador for DJ Culture, Skratch Bastid.
Purchase Details: Tickets are FREE thanks to the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency and the 2024 Halifax JUNO Host Committee: https://junoawards.ca/all-events/
Event: JUNO Block Party Presented by FACTOR
Date and Time: Friday, March 22 | Doors 6:00 p.m. | Show 7:00 p.m | 19+
Location: Foundation North Parking Lot, next to Waterfront Warehouse | 1549 Lower Water Street
Details: Five-time JUNO nominee TALK, and Breakthrough Group of the Year Nominee Good Kid make their live Halifax debuts, alongside Dizzy and rising star, Nova Scotian alt-pop artist, Maggie Andrew
Purchase Details: Tickets $35 with $1 donated to MusiCounts. Tickets available at the gate and online at https://junoawards.ca/all-events/
Date and Time: Saturday, March 23 | Doors 6:00 p.m. | Show 7:00 p.m | 19+
Location: Foundation North Parking Lot, next to Waterfront Warehouse | 1549 Lower Water Street
Details: Closing the event with a Country-themed night, join JUNO-nominees James Barker Band, with Tyler Joe Miller, Dave Sampson, and special guests.
Purchase Details: Tickets $35 with $1 donated to MusiCounts. Tickets available at the gate and online at https://junoawards.ca/all-events/
Event: JUNO Stories from the Studio Presented by Halifax Public Libraries
Date and Time: Thursday, March 21 | Doors 6:30 p.m. | Show 7 p.m.
Location: Halifax Central Library | 5440 Spring Garden Rd, Halifax, NS
Details: A keynote conversation with a JUNO Award-nominated engineer, producer, or special guests. This event gives audiences a look into the creative process behind Canada’s most iconic songs and albums.
Panelists: Hill Kourkoutis, Joel Stouffer, Sam Avant, Wondagurl
Purchase Details: Tickets for this event are sold out
Event: JUNO Comedy Show Presented by SiriusXM Canada
Date and Time: Friday, March 22 | Doors 7 p.m. | Show 8 p.m.
Location: Alderney Landing | 2 Ochterloney Street Dartmouth, NS
Details: Canadians are seriously funny people. Don’t believe us? Stop in at the JUNO Comedy Show. Presented by SiriusXM Canada to check out exceptional home-grown comedians delivering the side-splitting sets that earned them Comedy Album of the Year Presented by SiriusXM Canada nominations. From up-and-comers who have only just been discovered to grizzled vets who know how to work a room, laughs are guaranteed. Feeling brave? There are always seats in the front row.
Host: Travis Lindsay
Performers: Derek Seguin, Graham Clark, Kyle Brownrigg, Laurie Elliott
Purchase Details: Tickets available at https://junoawards.ca/all-events/
Event: JUNO Songwriters’ Circle Presented by SOCAN and FACTOR in association with Music Publishers Canada
Date and Time: Friday, March 22 | Doors 6:30 p.m. | Show 7:30 p.m.
Location: Light House Arts Centre | 1800 Argyle Street, Halifax NS
Details: This unique event strips away the layers of production to present the essence of music in its purest form: the song itself. The evening promises candid conversations, acoustic performances, and unforgettable connections between artists and audience. Whether you’re a dedicated music aficionado, an aspiring songwriter, or simply curious about the stories behind your favourite tunes, this event promises an evening of genuine connection and unforgettable melodic performance. Indulge in an evening of musical authenticity at the JUNO Songwriters’ Circle.
Performers: Begonia, Dominique Fils-Aimé, Jeremy Dutcher, Leith Ross, Luna Elle, Matt Andersen, Rêve and William Prince
Purchase Details: Tickets for this event are sold out.
Junior JUNOS Presented by Halifax Public Libraries
Date: Sunday, March 24, 2024
Time: 10:30 a.m. Doors | 11:00 a.m. Show
Location: Halifax Central Library | 5440 Spring Garden Rd, Halifax, NS
Details: Taking place at Paul O’Regan Hall, Junior JUNOS is a family-friendly event. It features performances by the 2024 JUNO Nominees for Children’s Album of the Year. CBC Kids’ Tony Kim and Gary the Unicorn host a morning filled with music and storytelling. Fans of all ages are invited to experience it. This is the gathering place for people and ideas, enabling a lifetime of learning, engagement and possibility, making it the perfect venue for music’s biggest little fans.
Host: CBC Kids’ Tony Kim and Gary the Unicorn
Performers: Ginalina, Splash N’ Boots, The Swinging Belles, ABC Sing Song (video performance)
Purchase Details: Free admission, tickets are available here (subject to capacity).
The 53rd JUNO Awards, produced by Insight Productions (a Boat Rocker company) , will broadcast and stream live across Canada from Scotiabank Centre in Halifax, NS at 8 p.m. ET/9 p.m. AST on CBC TV, CBC Gem , CBC Radio One, CBC Music, CBC Listen, and globally at CBCMusic.ca/junos and CBC Music’s YouTube page. Tickets for The 2024 JUNO Awards start at $49.00 (including tax plus fees) and are available for purchase at www.ticketmaster.ca/junos .
Web Links
Official JUNO Awards website: www.junoawards.ca
CBC Music: www.cbcmusic.ca/junos
Alexandra Stréliski: www.alexandrastreliski.com
Allison Russell: www.allisonrussellmusic.com
Aysanabee: www.aysanabee.com
Elisapie: www.elisapie.com
Jeremy Dutcher: jeremydutcher.com
Social Media
JUNOS: TikTok: @TheJUNOAwards / Instagram: @TheJUNOAwards / X: @TheJUNOAwards / Facebook: @TheJUNOAwards / / Hashtag: #JUNOS
CBC Music: TikTok: @CBCMusic / Instagram: @CBC_Music / x: @CBCMusic / Facebook: @CBCMusic / YouTube: @CBCMusic
Alexandra Stréliski: TikTok: @alexstreliski / Instagram: @alexstreliski / X: @alexstreliski/ YouTube: @alexstreliski / Facebook: @alexstreliski
Allison Russell: TikTok: @allisonrussell / Instagram: @allisonrussellmusic / X: @outsidechild13 / YouTube: @AllisonRussell/ Facebook: @AllisonRussellMusic
Aysanabee: TikTok: @Aysanabee / Instagram: @_aysanabee_ / X: @aysanabeemusic / YouTube: @Aysanabee / Facebook: @AysanabeeOfficial
Elisapie: TikTok: @elisapieofficial / Instagram: @elisapie / X: @elisapie / YouTube: @elisapiemusic / Facebook: @elisapieisaac
Jeremy Dutcher: Instagram: @jdutchermusic / X: @jdutchermusic / YouTube: @jeremydutcher4598 / Facebook: @jdutchermusic
CARAS acknowledges the financial support of FACTOR, the Government of Canada, and Canada’s Private Radio Broadcasters.
Premier Sponsor: TD Bank Group
Lead Sponsor: SiriusXM Canada, TikTok, Nissan
Funding Partners: Music Canada, The Province of Nova Scotia, Halifax Regional Municipality, and Radio Starmaker Fund
About CARAS
The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) is a not-for-profit organization with a mission. To preserve and enhance the Canadian music industry and promote higher artistic and industry standards. Four key pillars comprise CARAS’ mandate: Educate through our music education charity, MusiCounts, programs and initiatives, Develop emerging artists through mentorship and development programs, Celebrate Canadian artists with year-round JUNO Awards showcasing, and Honour music industry icons through the Canadian Music Hall of Fame. The 53rd Annual JUNO Awards Broadcast will take place in Halifax at Scotiabank Centre on Sunday, March 24, 2024. For more information on the JUNO Awards or The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) please visit www.junoawards.ca.