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POP/HIP-HOP (6–8 P.M. FORMAT) Discover local artists: Nicole Arrage, a Lebanese-Canadian pop-soul singer-songwriter, is an emerging voice to discover. Trained in jazz at McGill, she transforms her emotions into heartfelt, catchy songs blending hope, nostalgia and solitude. Her music video Upside Down won an award at the LA Sun Film Fest, went viral on TikTok and aired on Stingray. Her music has also appeared on Rouge FM and SiriusXM. Following the singles Déjà Vu and Scorpios & Geminis, she now presents Solitude, heralding the release of her first full EP in 2026. She stands out for her sensitivity and authentic pop-soul sound. LeFLOFRANCO, an artist of Haitian origin and an engaged figure on the Canadian music scene, stands out for his authentic, powerful lyrics. Never shying away from social issues affecting his community, he brings a strong and deeply human artistic signature. Winner of two Trille Or awards and a Capital Music Award for his music video Sonner l’alarme, he is establishing himself as a compelling emerging voice, combining awareness, energy and creativity. Romie Lacasse, a singer-songwriter from Gatineau who became known to the public through Star Académie, brings a sensitive, confident approach to pop. She explores emotions, doubts and self-assertion with authenticity, turning her experiences into songs that bring people together and create an immediate connection with audiences. On stage, she performs her original works, giving centre stage to words, emotions and intimacy while revealing the gentle, luminous strength of her artistic world.