Calgary, AB

It was at a Sled Island showcase in 2018 that Cartel Madras’ “goonda rap” sound caught the attention of Sub Pop Records. Three EPs and millions of streams later, the Cartel has brought Calgary hip-hop to the international stage. On top of that, their electro-rap sound was recently featured on the track "Mirrorshades pt. 2” from our 2026 guest curator clipping., making their performance this year a reunion in more ways than one.