In this episode of The Spotlight, we highlight student talent in music and spoken word at McMaster.

First, Molly Gomes sits down with DJs Flying Circus, the 2026 Battle of the Bands winners. The group reflects on their journey as an 11-piece band, their love of funk and soul, and what it meant to take home the top prize. They also share insight into their creative process, upcoming projects, and what audiences can expect from their music moving forward.

Then, we hear from Ramnik Panchi, co-president of McMaster’s Unspoken, to discuss the role of spoken word and creative expression on campus, and how Unspoken fosters community through performance and storytelling.