Blue Light Sessions 10 Year Anniversary Fundraiser
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Blue Light Studio is hitting a big milestone: 10 years of our Blue Light Sessions concert series! We're celebrating with a fundraiser for Music Heals, a charity that supports people through the healing power of music!
There will be a silent auction, a 50/50 draw, food, games, local art display by the amazing Taka Sudo, and of course live music!
What: Blue Light Sessions 10 Year Anniversary Fundraiser with performances by Mivule, Aza Nabuko, CocoLarosa, & Payton Rector!
When: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Where: Blue Light Studio, 1839 Franklin St.
Featuring performances by:
MIVULE:
Mivule began as a trio, incorporating the styles of Reggae, Afrobeat, and Dub in English as well as in Luganda. Their infectious rhythms and heartfelt lyrics are primed to get people on their feet. South Sudanese/Ugandan singer and songwriter Brian Broda is the powerhouse front man, delivering rhythm guitar and strong vocals that feature lyrics on themes of social justice, love, and peace. Bassist/Guitarist Matt Yard brings his love of dub music and heavy bass lines while ‘Jammin’ Jesiah Yarish adds prog rock flare and reggae roots to the drums with a heaping side of funk.
www.mivule.ca
www.instagram.com/mivulemusic
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AZA NABUKO:
Aza Nabuko is a Vancouver-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. Known for her dark, atmospheric goth-pop, indie, and alternative sound, she began writing and releasing music as a teenager, drawing early critical comparisons to artists like Billie Eilish and Lorde. Her lyrically complex songs are anchored by a raw, mature, and highly expressive voice that ranges effortlessly from a soft, mournful low end to a full-blown crescendo.
www.azanabuko.com
www.instagram.com/azanabuko
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COCOLAROSA:
CocoLarosa is a marine mechanic by day, and troubadour of unquestionable dexterity in the verbal arena by night. Hailing from Surrey BC, CocoLarosa is a folk singer/songwriter specializing in rhythmically bombastic and lyrically driven storytelling. His raw, poetic songs resonate with listeners who appreciate the honesty of Bob Dylan, the grit of Tom Waits, and the emotional depth of John Moreland.
www.cocolarosa.com
www.instagram.com/cocolarosa.music
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PAYTON RECTOR:
Singer/Songwriter Payton Rector blends heartfelt storytelling with a modern edge. As a songwriter, she crafts songs rooted in real life - love, heartbreak, and the moments that shape us. With rich, commanding vocals and a magnetic stage presence, Payton delivers performances that feel both intimate and high-impact, bringing authenticity, emotional depth, and undeniable charm to every stage.
www.paytonrectormusic.com
www.instagram.com/paytonrectormusic
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BLUE LIGHT SESSIONS:
www.youtube.com/@BlueLightSessionsVancouver
www.instagram.com/bluelightsessions/
Doors at 1PM, Music 2PM-8PM
Tickets: $30 / 2 for $50
ALL AGES
Full bar available for 19+ guests
**There will be camera people filming throughout the day, so please be aware that you may be on camera**
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Music Heals Charitable Foundation is a registered charity based in Vancouver. They raise awareness and funds to increase access to music therapy programs in communities throughout BC and across Canada.
For more information check out www.musicheals.ca
Music Therapy is the skillful use of music to promote, maintain, and restore mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual health.
Music therapists apply various techniques, including listening to music, playing instruments, singing, and songwriting, to engage individuals in meaningful musical experiences that promote emotional well-being and overall quality of life.
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Event sponsored by:
JumpAttack! Records
Toddcast Podcast with Todd Hancock
Parallel49 Brewing Company
Moments Hospitality Collective
Water Street Cafe
2nd Floor Gastown
Long & McQuade
The Rio Theatre
Brave Brewing Co.
Cross & Crows Books
Games on the Drive
Audiopile Records
Cozy Cauldron Candles Co.
Citywide Printing
& more!
There will be a silent auction, a 50/50 draw, food, games, local art display by the amazing Taka Sudo, and of course live music!
What: Blue Light Sessions 10 Year Anniversary Fundraiser with performances by Mivule, Aza Nabuko, CocoLarosa, & Payton Rector!
When: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Where: Blue Light Studio, 1839 Franklin St.
Featuring performances by:
MIVULE:
Mivule began as a trio, incorporating the styles of Reggae, Afrobeat, and Dub in English as well as in Luganda. Their infectious rhythms and heartfelt lyrics are primed to get people on their feet. South Sudanese/Ugandan singer and songwriter Brian Broda is the powerhouse front man, delivering rhythm guitar and strong vocals that feature lyrics on themes of social justice, love, and peace. Bassist/Guitarist Matt Yard brings his love of dub music and heavy bass lines while ‘Jammin’ Jesiah Yarish adds prog rock flare and reggae roots to the drums with a heaping side of funk.
www.mivule.ca
www.instagram.com/mivulemusic
~
AZA NABUKO:
Aza Nabuko is a Vancouver-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. Known for her dark, atmospheric goth-pop, indie, and alternative sound, she began writing and releasing music as a teenager, drawing early critical comparisons to artists like Billie Eilish and Lorde. Her lyrically complex songs are anchored by a raw, mature, and highly expressive voice that ranges effortlessly from a soft, mournful low end to a full-blown crescendo.
www.azanabuko.com
www.instagram.com/azanabuko
~
COCOLAROSA:
CocoLarosa is a marine mechanic by day, and troubadour of unquestionable dexterity in the verbal arena by night. Hailing from Surrey BC, CocoLarosa is a folk singer/songwriter specializing in rhythmically bombastic and lyrically driven storytelling. His raw, poetic songs resonate with listeners who appreciate the honesty of Bob Dylan, the grit of Tom Waits, and the emotional depth of John Moreland.
www.cocolarosa.com
www.instagram.com/cocolarosa.music
~
PAYTON RECTOR:
Singer/Songwriter Payton Rector blends heartfelt storytelling with a modern edge. As a songwriter, she crafts songs rooted in real life - love, heartbreak, and the moments that shape us. With rich, commanding vocals and a magnetic stage presence, Payton delivers performances that feel both intimate and high-impact, bringing authenticity, emotional depth, and undeniable charm to every stage.
www.paytonrectormusic.com
www.instagram.com/paytonrectormusic
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BLUE LIGHT SESSIONS:
www.youtube.com/@BlueLightSessionsVancouver
www.instagram.com/bluelightsessions/
Doors at 1PM, Music 2PM-8PM
Tickets: $30 / 2 for $50
ALL AGES
Full bar available for 19+ guests
**There will be camera people filming throughout the day, so please be aware that you may be on camera**
~
Music Heals Charitable Foundation is a registered charity based in Vancouver. They raise awareness and funds to increase access to music therapy programs in communities throughout BC and across Canada.
For more information check out www.musicheals.ca
Music Therapy is the skillful use of music to promote, maintain, and restore mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual health.
Music therapists apply various techniques, including listening to music, playing instruments, singing, and songwriting, to engage individuals in meaningful musical experiences that promote emotional well-being and overall quality of life.
~
Event sponsored by:
JumpAttack! Records
Toddcast Podcast with Todd Hancock
Parallel49 Brewing Company
Moments Hospitality Collective
Water Street Cafe
2nd Floor Gastown
Long & McQuade
The Rio Theatre
Brave Brewing Co.
Cross & Crows Books
Games on the Drive
Audiopile Records
Cozy Cauldron Candles Co.
Citywide Printing
& more!
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Where is it happening?
Blue Light Studio, 1839 Franklin St,Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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