Entertainment

City Ties: The Rise Of Canadian Rapper Zeelix

Published

4 years ago

May 28, 2021

An artist’s connection to where they are from can drive and inspire their careers. Rappers like Drake, Meek Mill, and Jack Harlow have long boasted the struggles and fame that come from their respective homes. Ontario, Canada, has seen the rise of rap and R&B artist Zeelix. Originally born in the city of Brampton, he currently lives in Welland and claims a strong connection to his Jamaican heritage. Zeelix moved houses constantly as a child, changing schools and re-adapting with his many siblings. However, recently he has found consistency in the same location and has strictly been able to focus on his music.

In an interview, Zeelix discussed the inspiration that comes from seeing artists grow out of their cities. “I would say I am inspired by Drake because his music reflects all aspects of life. Obviously, he is a huge world-known artist, but he is from Toronto Canada which is basically right where I am from. I find a lot of hope knowing someone made it out of the city and blew up as much as he did, and still continuously drops hits after being in the industry for so long.” Zeelix has begun to see some of this success as well, gaining thousands of streams as he releases music. He also hopes to one day work with fellow artist Toosii saying, “His music speaks volumes, and I feel like we would create an amazing track because we have a similar vibe.”

Zeelix values the connection to those he is reaching with his music. He relates, “I want to reach an audience who can connect with my music and relate to the stories and lyrics I write. I am pretty diverse with each song, so of course, I want people to vibe and enjoy the music with the beats, but also relate on an emotional level to the lyricism.” The understanding of where he came from, the vision of where he is going, and the bond to those with him on the journey are sure to keep Zeelix on the rise.

Socials + Music

Website: https://unitedmasters.com/zeelix

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IAmZeelix/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zeelix/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/zeelix2?lang=en

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/zeelix905

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4wMT0Osd6IliqHAaiwclV7?si=7RRdXlzDQDiJ1ewgKZ16OQ

Entertainment

‘CHRISTMAS EVE’ Opens at NCG Cinemas Tampa on November 7, 2025

Published

2 days ago

October 14, 2025

Jonathan Grilli

‘Christmas Eve’ – the much-talked about evangelical film based on seven true stories of people who found Jesus on Christmas Eve – is opening at NCG Cinemas in Tampa, Florida starting November 7, 2025 for a full-run of 5 showings a day.

Tampa is one of the select cities for people to see this film a year in advance.

The film team is telling people not to miss this film as it won’t be in theaters again for another year. NCG Cinemas Tampa is one of the handpicked theaters in Florida showing ‘Christmas Eve’ a year in advance.

Packed crowds have come to advance screenings around the country with the film hot off the press (production wrapped in July). As a result, only select cities will be able to view the film in advance as there is not enough time to market the film nationwide until next year.

However, the fortunate few again will see the film a year in advance before the national release next year at NCG Cinemas starting November 7, 2025.

The film is already winning many people to Christ with reports of people coming to Christ in the theaters lobbies.

“Two of my friends came to Christ,” reported a theater-goer in Honolulu. “It’s a remarkable film about people coming to Christ on Christmas Eve’. Bring your Bible study group or church as they will be beyond blessed.”

Another theater-goer in Dallas said, “I was in tears on almost every story line. It is truly the best Christmas movie ever made. All of these are true stories.”

Another theater-goer in Atlanta said, “This is the most beautiful film I’ve ever seen. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime movie about how Jesus saved seven people on Christmas Eve. Powerful and just stunning. You shouldn’t miss it at all costs.

The film stars Kevin Sorbo, Michael Irvin, Stephen Baldwin, Nzinga Imani, Eric Roberts, Jermaine Wells, Jordan Laesch, David Jofre, et al. The film is based on seven incredible true stories going from the Victorian era through World War 1 through the Civil War all the way to the present day.

‘CHRISTMAS EVE’ – Advanced tickets go on sale soon.

NCG Cinemas Tampa starting November 7, 2025

NCG Cinemas Tampa

7999 Citrus Park Town Center Mall

Tampa, FL 33625

656-221-9003