The East Coast Music Association (ECMA) is now accepting band/artist submissions for showcases to be presented as part of the 2012 East Coast Music Week in Moncton, N.B., April 11-15, 2012. Applications from Atlantic Provinces acts must be received by October 4, 2011, via the Sonicbids booking site.

The ECMA Awards & Stages Manual Online has been through a complete reconstruction making it easier to navigate and find important details. The ECMA has also undertaken a substantial review of its awards. To download the ECMA 2012 Awards & Stages Manual Online, please visit the ECMA site.