Charged with the profound power of their African ancestry. OKAN takes their name from the word for heart in the Afro-Cuban religion of Santeria. Fusing these Cuban roots with indie jazz, folk and global rhythms, OKAN delivers songs about immigration, resistance and joy in Spanish, Yoruba and Spanglish. Hot off their Tiny Desk NPR Alt Latino debut and a tour supporting Grammy-winners Rodrigo y Gabriela, OKAN’s recent release Okantomi was awarded the 2024 Juno Award and included in NPR Alt Latino, Le Monde, and CBC Music’s “Best of 2023” lists. OKAN is co-led by Cuban-born Grammy & Latin-Grammy nominees: violinist and vocalist Elizabeth Rodriguez and her wife, percussionist & vocalist Magdelys Savigne. OKAN will release their 4th album entitled Ife Ara in early 2026. Every performer at the In Bloom Gala is a vital part of Toronto’s arts ecosystem — together, they create something bigger. Celebrate parts of a whole on November 19 at The Carlu with dazzling performances, immersive art, and a dance floor that keeps the night alive. 💃🏽 All proceeds support Toronto Arts Foundation, ensuring the cycle of creativity continues. 🎟️ Tickets available now. (Link in bio) supportinbloom.ca #InBloomGala #TorontoArts #OKAN (fb)

The Halluci Nation (@thehallucination) (formerly A Tribe Called Red) is a groundbreaking Canadian electronic music group that blends powwow vocals and drumming with cutting-edge electronic production, creating a genre known as powwow step. Founded in Ottawa, the group has become internationally recognized for fusing Indigenous traditions with contemporary club sounds, using music as a platform for cultural pride, resistance, and celebration. Their performances are immersive experiences that combine music, visuals, and activism, highlighting Indigenous identity and solidarity with oppressed peoples worldwide. Every performer at the In Bloom Gala is a vital part of Toronto’s arts ecosystem — together, they create something bigger. Celebrate parts of a whole on November 19 at The Carlu with dazzling performances, immersive art, and a dance floor that keeps the night alive. ✨💫 All proceeds support Toronto Arts Foundation, ensuring the cycle of creativity continues. 🎟️ Tickets available now (link in bio) supportinbloom.ca Performance brought to you by ENCORE #TorontoArts #InBloomGala #HalluciNation (fb)