Watch List: Top 5 from the 905

The 905  is a melting pot for various different artists including rappers, photographers,filmmakers, and singers. We want to highlight 5 of these emerging artist who have been making major strides recently. Maybe you’ve seen some of these names before.

Mathew Murray [Filmmaker] - Mathew Murray is a 22 year old filmmaker and creator of the award winning web series “Teenagers.” Mathew first started exploring his passion for filmmaking in high school where he started making amature films. He has since then graduated from the York University film program and was nominated for a MARTY award in 2014. Mathew isn't afraid to take on new challenges and has built quite a diverse film resume. He started the “Teenagers” web series in 2014 and it was very well received. With the first episode  surpassing over two hundred thousand views and subsequent ones following the same trend, it is amazing to know that such impressive production has been going on in our city.

@murraymovies

teenagerswebseries.ca

Lane Dorsey [Photographer] Lane Dorsey is a freelance photographer originally from the 905. He has received numerous accolades for his  work including the most recent been, International Photographer of the year by The Alternative People’s Choice award. (2015) Lane studied at Sheridan College of Art & Design where he also won Sheridan College award of Excellence (2013). It is said a picture tells a thousand words, his work speaks for it self. He has worked with many iconic people including the likes of Chris Hadfield, stars of Degrassi, The next Generation and dozens of popular models as well as social media celebrities and television personalities. You can also find some of his work in magazines such as Maxim and Inked.

@lanedorsey

lanedorsey.com

Butterzz. G [Rapper] Butterzz. G is without a doubt one of the most talked about rappers coming out of Mississauga right now. From his high energy music, to his turnt-up performances he is always working to keep his fans fully entertained. Opening up for over a dozen headline acts such as Freeway, Mobb Deep, Chris Travis, Xavier Wulf, Spaceghostpurp, Pouya and A$AP, to name a few. He believes in giving one hundred percent for all of his performances. Butterrz is known to outshine the headline act from time to time and the crowd sometimes leaves after his performance. His consistency is one of his greatest assets. If you follow him on social media you’ll see he is posting about a new performance every  week.

@Butterzz

soundcloud.com/butterzz-g

North Creed [Conglomerate] North Creed is a unique music conglomerate based in Mississauga, making strides to carve their own lane. Their style is abstract and urban in nature, which has developed into an alternative hip hop sound. The group primarily consists of AR, Comma, Dez, Daillo, Lori Benzo and HAM, but it is understood that the group runs much deeper than that. It is evident that these guys have a strong core following, as they are able to sell out venues for their  shows. Their logo can be seen all over the city from stop signs, bus stops, private and public buildings, as such it is not easy to overlook these guys.

@NorthCreed

northcreed.com

Ram Riddlez [Singer] Ram Riddlez gained overnight popularity when Drake remixed his track “sweeterman.” Ram has since proven that he is more than just a one hit wonder when he released his debut mixtape titled “P2P.” On his tracks he references the 905 and Mississauga, which has spurred the term “sweeter side” as a pseudonym for the city.  He is one that always takes advantage of an opportunity and strives to change disappointments into golden moments. After his new found fame, Ram has been doing international shows in several city across the United States. Presently he is being managed by Degrassi star AJ Saudin.

@ramriddlz

ramriddlz.com