We are excited to announce the hiring of Debaser's new Programming Manager, Tafari Hall (he/him)!
Hey, folks! I’m Tafari, and I’m very excited to be the new Programming Manager at Debaser! You might’ve seen me in the past working sound or lights at Debaser events, or performing at Pique on the Portico as my artist alias “Yung Heat”. My goals are to increase interactivity through workshops, performances, and art exhibits, bring more “chill” spaces to Pique for artist networking, and increase support for equity-deserving communities. That means –– more FUN, more opportunities to meet/collaborate with other creatives, and more opportunities for those in need. Looking forward to seeing you at future events!
Jamaican-Canadian musician Tafari (aka Yung Heat @yungheatbeats) is most known for his popular genre-bending tracks on SoundCloud and community work with the grassroots organization Produced by Youth @producedbyyouth. Tafari is an active member of Ottawa’s underground music scene by contributing to and attending Ottawa’s Hip-Hop sector forum, working with local organizations such as Debaser, Cranium Arts Project, and House of PainT to strengthen and diversify the local arts scene. He works with his partners under the organization UNiTY @unityottawa to develop and host live music/networking events to provide a spotlight for underground talent in the city. He is the lead coordinator and co-founder of a Black-led youth organization called Produced By Youth, where he fulfills his passion for serving Ottawa's creative community. He mentors Black youth, like himself, giving them the tools and resources to create and release their own music projects.
Please join us in officially welcoming Tafari to the Debaser team!
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