Departure 2026 Music Preview (Episode 76)

This week the Mercedium Stretch takes a listen to some of the incredible Canadian artists transforming Toronto for Departure 2026. 

From May 5th-9th over 130 artists will be preforming at venues across the city, showcasing local talent as well as those traveling in from across the country. 

We spin tracks from Isla-Maria, priyana, and The Codas, who kick off the festival on May 5th. 

Dive into some songs from LOV, Sofinari, and Jennarie who you can catch on the 6th. 

Then listen to Abbi Woods, mei anima, and Pick a Piper, who are playing shows in the city on May 7th. 

Before swinging it to Puma June, and BAD CHILD who you can catch at Longboat Hall on May 8th. 

And finally, we finish with tracks from Cam Kahin, Noise Hotel, Kat Pereira, & AVIV, all finishing off the festival on Saturday the 9th of May. 

Tune in Tuesdays at 2pm for more, only on CIUT 89.5 FM.