Drew Moir, a second-year Music Industry Arts (MIA) student at Fanshawe College, is quickly making a name for himself as a multifaceted talent in the local music scene. Drawing from his diverse background in arts and media, Moir has emerged as a dynamic force in artist management and event coordination.

Born in 1998, Moir’s passion for music began at a young age, nurtured by a family with a deep appreciation for the arts.

“From before I can even remember, I’ve loved music,” Moir recalls. “I grew up on the 60s, 70s, and 80s eras of music, which contains some of the best music ever written.”

Transitioning into the MIA program was a natural progression for Moir, who sought to combine his passion for music with his burgeoning business acumen.

“I settled on the music industry, which is perfect for me,” he said. “It allows me to work with artists and bring some of that business knowledge into the realm of music.”

Recently, he has been planning and putting on a series of showcase events called London City Roots. The first event, held on March 16, was a resounding success, drawing a sold-out crowd eager to discover the next big thing in music. Moir plans to continue these events with 12 acts already confirmed for the series, set to run until October.

Moir’s influence extends beyond London City Roots. Moir is also the owner of Year 30.000, a multi-platform arts collective that creates The Immersive Experience, the “logical next step in how we as a society consume art.” Moir’s dedication to supporting emerging talent extends beyond the classroom. As the manager of multiple bands and artists within his program, Moir is committed to helping artists navigate the complex landscape of the music industry.

“We’re trying to bring back, with my company, that experience when you combine the feeling, the story, and the sound and take time to put out music, rather than what we see a lot of times: a lot of half-baked, one-minute-and-a-half songs.”

Reflecting on his educational journey, Moir credited Fanshawe’s pre-media course with providing a solid foundation in various aspects of the arts.

“The pre-media course here at Fanshawe is great for developing every aspect of my music and arts background,” Moir explained.

Looking ahead, Moir is excited about the future of the MIA program, particularly with introducing a new third-year program focused on music industry management and artist development.

“It’s exactly the kind of stuff I want to do,” Moir explained.

For Moir, the highlight of his current endeavours lies in working closely with artists and helping them realize their dreams. “What I’m doing right now is honestly such a dream,” he said. “It’s all about bringing that collaboration together between all artists.”