Rich Creativity and Artistic Diversity WITH FANMI SE FANMI - BHM LONGUEUIL 2026
- Editor
- Feb 20
- 3 min read
As part of Black History Month, the program Leen parle pas, broadcast on Festib TV, highlighted the journey and commitment of Patrice Boucou, a musician, producer, and cultural actor dedicated to promoting talents from diverse backgrounds.
From the very first minutes of the interview, Patrice Boucou defines himself with simplicity: “Above all, I am a musician […] and also a cultural actor in music here in Quebec.” As co-founder of the association Famille c’est Famille, he has been working for several years to create spaces for expression and connection for artists, particularly those from Black communities.
Originally from Togo and raised in Quebec, Patrice Boucou embodies the cultural richness he seeks to promote. His organization, founded with a collaborator of Haitian origin, is based on an inclusive and artistic vision. “It’s a whole kind of artistic cultural family that we’re building,” he explains.
The name Famille c’est Famille also comes from a collaborative song, whose meaning in Creole perfectly reflects the spirit of the project: to unite beyond origins. “Everything we do […] is family,” he emphasizes.
The main goal of the organization is to enhance the visibility of Black artists and to create connections between different cultural communities. Through music events, festivals, and regional tours, the team aims to make these talents visible on a local, national, and international scale.
Among the flagship initiatives is an annual festival as well as several events organized during Black History Month. “We are here to try to raise awareness and make them known,” Boucou notes, referring to the lack of spaces dedicated to Black artists.
The approach is intended to be inclusive and open: “We don’t want to ghettoize ourselves […] we want it to become the norm.” A vision that reflects a clear desire for integration and cultural recognition.
Far from a rigid strategy, Patrice Boucou favors an intuitive and human approach in designing projects. “Things really happen in a very spontaneous and organic way,” he explains. The selection of artists is based above all on encounters, networks, and human quality.
According to him, this authenticity is the strength of the events organized: “People […] feel that something real is happening.” This sincerity creates a direct connection with the audience and highlights talents that are often overlooked.
Beyond entertainment, the initiatives of Famille c’est Famille position themselves as real tools for education and intercultural dialogue. The shows thus become spaces where cultural heritage, creativity, and exchange intersect.
Thanks to a constantly evolving network, the organization manages to bring together artists from diverse backgrounds, creating a unique synergy. “We are always discovering lots of people,” Boucou shares, illustrating a dynamic driven by openness and innovation.
At the end of the interview, Patrice Boucou delivers a strong message to artists who hesitate to pursue their passion: “If you think it’s not working, tell yourself that it will work and take action so it can happen.”
A call for perseverance, based on faith in one’s abilities and in forces that sometimes go beyond human understanding: “If you believe you have something to offer […] go for it and it will work.”
The organization is planning several events in the coming months, particularly as part of Black History Month and during major professional gatherings in the cultural industry. Artistic showcases will also be set up to promote talent to festivals and presenters, both in Quebec and internationally.
In conclusion, Patrice Boucou sums up the essence of his commitment in a simple yet evocative phrase: “Family is family.” A vision that, beyond words, translates into concrete action in favor of diversity, culture, and living together.
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