A revitalized wave of roots-driven anthems has taken off with the release of Mimi O’Bonsawin’s album ‘CONNECTED’ which seeks to be a compelling follow up to her debut self-titled. Mimi is a Northern Ontario born artist who started performing and writing songs at a young age , putting her first album in 2014 . Mimi is heavily influenced by her roots and celebrates her Abénakis and French-Canadian heritage. She writes songs with the intention to give back and spread the word about the merge of those communities. She has been nominated for two Northern Ontario Music and Film Awards, She has performed on countless stages including the prestigious Midem Festival in Cannes, France as well as Yonge and Dundas Square in Toronto and has shared the stage with the likes of Buffy Sainte-Marie , Crystal Shawanda and Sarah Smith and many more. She recently got awarded Best Music Video and nominated for Best Songwriter at the Toronto Independent Music Awards and will be touring her new album with her band in India in 2018. Her soulful voice, rich stories and strong message spreads like wild fire. She has been picked up by CBC radio , Walmart and LCBO radio , Stingray and Galaxy streaming as well as other regional radio stations. Her song ‘Stone Gaze’ was placed in Showtime’s Ray Donavon Tv Series ( E1S5) .She also shares her passion through workshops she has titled Rhythm and Rhyme where she explores Empowerment through songwriting and story telling with students grade 4 to 12 in French or English. At the tender age of 23 , Mimi O’Bonsawin is an old soul. Not afraid of getting intimate with her audience. Sharing a laugh , a tear or a sing along. Producer Thomas Mckay captured her live vibe perfectly on this new album along with Vic Florencia in the engineer chair. Her band mates are the musicians on the record and It was important for her to keep the love alive. It's all about the LOVE for Mimi
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