A Tribe Called Red’s “Suplex” Among Latest MuchFACT Fund Recipients
A Tribe Called Red’s online music video application for "Suplex" was one of 28 projects awarded funding by MuchFACT (A Foundation to Assist Canadian Talent), as announced by Bell Media today in Toronto.
The foundation received 293 submissions for its March 12, 2015 deadline and awarded $614,400 in support after two days of adjudication.
About MuchFACT
MuchFACT is entirely funded by Much and M3, divisions of Bell Media Inc., and helps Canadian artists gain exposure in four categories:
- Music Content Package
- Music Videos
- Online Music Video/Project
- Digital Tools
Recent Aboriginal Music Funding from MuchFACT
In the last 12 months, MuchFACT has provided support for several Aboriginal artists, including:
- Joey Stylez & Dragonette – "Pride of Lions"
- Once A Tree – "Howling"
- Tanya Tagaq – "Fight"
- A Tribe Called Red – A digital project + "Suplex" music video
In 2013, A Tribe Called Red also received funding for "Sisters ft. Northern Voice", which has over 557,628 views on YouTube.
Watch: "Sisters" by A Tribe Called Red
Upcoming MuchFACT Submission Deadlines
Artists can apply for funding directly through MuchFACT’s website. The next deadlines are:
- Thursday, May 7, 2015 – 11:59 PM EST
- Thursday, July 2, 2015 – 11:59 PM EST
- Thursday, September 10, 2015 – 11:59 PM EST
- Thursday, November 5, 2015 – 11:59 PM EST
MuchFACT’s Legacy
Since 1984, MuchFACT has awarded over $69 million in funding, supporting more than 7,100 projects.
More Information
For full details, visit muchfact.ca.
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