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Lincoln 'Linx' Thorne

Founder of Fade To Black

Born in the 20th century Port of Spain, Trinidad. Lincoln aka Linx as he’s called, migrated to Canada and grew up in and around metro Toronto. Linx found himself in entertainment, back to when he can remember his father giving him a saxophone and writing and directing theatrical performances. He was later discovered on the streets busking, pausing the sax for acting on the big screen and stage. He got a scholarship to study filmmaking in Vancouver. He then went on to be accepted at Norman Jewerson film Center and Concordia University film & music production. He started his own Black film company in Montreal ‘Fade to Black’ in the late 90’s. He moved back to Vancouver, producing his own film production & music albums. Touring Canada, North America, and Europe with his live music and has implemented Black centered events in his community with film festivals and music showcases and Each One Teach One for young artists.

Eucation & Graduation

  • Nickname Linx
  • Specialty filmmaking/music
  • Experience 20 Yr.

Personal Biography

  • HSC University of Concordia, Montreal
  • Degree undergrad

Testimonial

"Your professionalism was top-notch and showed in the quality of your performance"

Firstly, I would like to congratulate you on your excellent performance at the Tank in New York, Manhattan

Without question, Lincoln enriched this evening for our patrons and added to the beautiful ambience created. The best endorsement of your performance, however, is the fact that many of those attending the event would have danced on until sunrise if given the opportunity. Best wishes for your performing career and we hope to see you all again in the future.

The Tank NYC

- Emma McMullin Acting Executive Director | THE TANK

Lincoln’s production aligned perfectly with our mission and goals

the Beaumont Studios engaged with Lincoln to provide an event space for his production celebrating Black Music Month. The production brought together over a dozen diverse artists and performers, and it was a great success. We were highly impressed with Lincoln's commitment, vision and drive to bring together such a wonderful group of musical artists spanning multiple genres to promote and celebrate black cultural achievement in our city.

The Beaumont Art Studio

- Luke Summers Director of Operations

It was great to see the smiles, clapping and dancing. You really delivered.

Thank you for your flexibility and willingness to accommodate our budget and our schedule. You are truly a professional and very passionate about your music. It was an awesome day and your performance was a wonderful addition to our event.

Summerfest

- Colleen Van Mook, Executive Director

We are excited to welcome the Vancouver Black Film Festival back to The Cultch this fall in November 2022.

We look forward to supporting a 2022 version of the festival, which incorporates films, music and art with streaming online content to align with public health measures.

The Cultch

- Audrey MacDonald Operations Manager

Lincoln has supported the Kidney Foundation of Canada, BC & Yukon Branch by providing entertainment at our Kidney Walk Vancouver.

His music is enjoyed by our participants and by the community at large and helps to draw the surrounding public to our Kidney Walk. Lincoln has provide top-notch professional entertainment while demonstrating community-minded approach by supporting the Kidney Walk. Lincoln and collective have provide many performances supporting charitable organizations, which helps in any fundraising efforts.

Kidney Walk Foundation

- Brenda Dondo Manager, Community Initiatives

Not only did we enjoy his music our establishment was very happy with their professionalism

I can only say Lincoln is very dependable, dedicated, motivated and well mannered musician. He takes his craft very seriously and displays his hard work ethics, love and knowledge of his talent and music. I recommend him for any music membership, as anyone could not deserve better person.

New York City/Harlem ‘The Shrine

- Dana Protsenko / Operations manager