OHSOTO’KINO Artist Spotlight: Osani Balkaran

Guyanese/Cree abstract rapper and music producer Osani Balkaran discusses drawing his influences from nature and people along with collaborating with other artists.

In 2024, Osani Balkaran, along with five other emerging Indigenous artists, converged at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, for a five-day intensive artist development program that offered career guidance, mentorship from music industry leaders, and the opportunity for artists to connect with each other and share ideas.

Sponsored by TD, the OHSOTO’KINO Music Incubator is supporting the next wave of Indigenous talent and amplifying Indigenous stories through music.

Learn more: studiobell.ca/ohsotokino