(Montreal) Comedian Louis-José Houde will be the master of ceremonies at the ADISQ gala for the 18th consecutive year.

ADISQ made the announcement on Wednesday in view of the November 5 gala, which, as every year, will reward Quebec music artists.

In a short statement, Louis-José Houde said he had already started writing the gala, however humorously pointing out that he will probably have to rewrite everything in October.

In addition, a newcomer will take the reins of the Premier gala de l’ADISQ: rapper Sarhamée. This ceremony highlights the work of artists from all genres of music.

Host Claudine Prévost will also be back for an 18th year for the Gala de l’Industrie, where artisans are honored.

Gala nominations will be announced on September 20.

The ADISQ gala will be held at Salle Wilfrid-Pelletier at Place des Arts and will be broadcast live on ICI TÉLÉ at 8 p.m.