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Welcome to London, Canada's UNESCO City of Music for the Sunfest International Presenters Network 2026! Below is a listing of London based artists showcasing of pitching during Sunfest IPN 2026.

SHOWCASING ARTISTS

Amanda Movio    

July 7 | London Brewing Co-Op | Private Showcase

Amanda Movio's independent energy has built a symphony in her first 3 years amassing over 1,000,000 streams across 167 countries. Amanda’s voice and message is a labour of love that pays homage to the sounds of Jazz, Funk, Soul, Hip Hop, and RnB.

Eagle Flight Singers

July 9 | Main Stage Bandshell | 6:45 PM

July 10 | UNESCO City of Music Stage | 11:30 AM

A professional First Nations group consistig of fathers, sons and close friends of Plains Cree, Ojibway, and Haudenosaunee descent. Eagle Flight sings in what’s known as “Straight Northern Original” in the pow-wow style.

Eleanor

July 8 | XUUX | Private Showcase

Eleanor a singer/songwriter who has performed in choirs and bands her whole life, describing her sound as R&B leaning, with accents of jazz, soul and perhaps indie rock.

Oh, Berlin

July 7 | London Brewing Co-Op | Private Showcase

Oh, Berlin is the project of singer/songwriter and producer Ben Heffernan, delivering a fusion of glistening, guitar-driven power pop and expansive, crescendoing dance rock.

 
Saveria

July 10 | UNESCO City of Music Stage | 5:45 PM

July 12 | UNESCO City of Music Stage | 4:30 PM

Saveria, an R&B, Soul-Pop singer, songwriter, guitarist, and producer, infuses her roots and energy into every note, both on and off stage. Known for effortlessly bending genres, vocals soaring over rich, soulful instrumentation and delivering pitch perfect belts that defy expectations.

Seth McNall Sextet

July 10 | UNESCO City of Music Stage | 3:15 PM

July 12 | Brian Hannigan Jazz Stage | 3:45 PM

The Seth McNall Sextet is dedicated to performing original music and arrangements written by the group members themselves. Truly a collective pursuit, the band carries on the tradition of bebop, cool, and hard-bop jazz with a focus on improvisation and creativity.

Tell It To Sweeney

July 10 | London Breweries Stage | 6 PM

July 12 | UNESCO City of Music Stage | 8:15 PM

Energetic, genre-blending, and unapologetically original, Tell It To Sweeney has been making waves in the Canadian music scene with a sound that fuses infectious grooves, catchy hooks, and heartfelt lyricism. Known for their dynamic live performances and tight musicianship, this London based, 9 piece ensemble has earned a reputation for lighting up stages.

PITCHING ARTISTS

Bella Rosa
Canadian singer-songwriter Bella Rosa grew up in a home filled with music. At age 11, Bella taught herself how to play the ukulele and started working with a vocal coach and writing her own music. Her musical style transitioned from pop to rock before she arrived at alt-pop—a genre that feels like a safe space for her.

Big Lou
Picture the essence of rap music basking in the Caribbean sun and embodying love—that's the spirit of Big Lou. Hailing from St. Maarten and now based in London, he spreads his Island Hip Hop sound—a vibrant fusion of Caribbean rhythms, Afro-soul, and Latin energy.

Duo Lab
Duo Lab is a collaborative music project that utilizes generous doses of creativity while exploring improvisation, scat singing, and a variety of Brazilian rhythms, including Samba, Partido-alto, Maracatu, Baiao, and Afoxé.

love_theperson
love_theperson is a singer/songwriter and musician who has been playing music and writing songs since the age of 13. love embraces a fluid, exploratory approach to sound that reflects their wide-ranging musical tastes.

The Great Canadian Fiddle Show
The Great Canadian Fiddle Show builds around the deep-rooted traditions of fiddling and step dance, as their high-energy production takes audiences on a coast-to-coast trip through the country’s rich regional styles, from kitchen party staples to foot-rattling favourites.

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