Sometimes the show gets cancelled, the plans fall apart, and your shot at momentum hits a wall so hard it laughs back at you. Most people pack it up and call it a loss. But creators are built different. We reload, pivot, and turn setbacks into art. A cancelled tour became a moment that mattered. Two artists, one camera, and a city ready to play background. They remind us that the hustle doesn’t stop when the plans do — real creators carry the stage with them.

From building a platform for hip-hop in Newfoundland to managing multiple ventures like Progressive ENT, UHRS1 Radio, and Nocturnnl, Lloyd Burt (FranK) has proven that passion and persistence can reshape a scene. As a single dad, artist, and entrepreneur, he continues to bridge communities across Atlantic Canada — showing that when you refuse to take “no” for an answer, you build something lasting.

Friday night at Rendezvous Pub was electric as King West Live lit up Edmonton with an unforgettable showcase of local talent. The stage came alive with some of the city’s most dynamic artists, each performance fueling the crowd’s excitement. From start to finish, the energy never dipped — the audience matched every beat, every lyric, and every moment. It was more than just a show; it was a celebration of community, creativity, and the undeniable spirit of Edmonton’s music sce