Month: August 2023
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Chris Ricketts and the Worldwide Shanty Project Set Sail Again with “Haul Away Joe” And Announces East Coast Canadian Tour
“Haul Away Joe” YouTube and Spotify Website Fresh off the high seas, Chris Ricketts and the Worldwide Shanty Project return with their take on “Haul Away Joe”. This and other tunes will be available on Ricketts’ upcoming fifth album, Go To Sea No More to be released on September 8, 2023. “I started the worldwide shanty project during the lockdown,” Ricketts…
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AWA NIAGARA FESTIVAL August 26 + 27, 2023 Features Afrobeat Music, Dance and More In Queenston, Niagara-On-The-Lake
Saturday, August 26 & Sunday, August 27, 2023 from 2:00-10:00pm 116 Queenston Street, Queenston, Niagara-On-The-Lake, ON All Tickets Here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/awa-niagara-festival-2023-sat-sun-august-26th-27th-tickets-669521756597 The 3rd edition of the AWA Niagara Festival 2023, presented by the African Women Acting (AWA) organization, celebrates African Cultural Heritage and special guest artists. The annual festival presents talented, hard-working, resilient artists, who demonstrate tremendous effort in…
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Alt. Rockers SHALE Captures Raw Anxiety In “Shake” And Announce B.C. Tour
“Shake” YouTube and Spotify Website Anxiety is a mental health issue that can make you feel very vulnerable. When you feel this fragile, it can be hard to talk about to your loved ones or anyone who hasn’t experienced it. Victoria, BC-based alt.rockers Shale captures the rawness of anxiety in their new single “Shake”, along with new British…
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Save the Date for the 8thAnnual Kensington Market Jazz Festival in Toronto
Mark your calendars and get ready to swing into a world of mesmerizing melodies and soulful rhythms at the much anticipated Kensington Market Jazz Festival. Returning to the heart of Toronto’s eclectic Kensington Market, this year’s festival promises to be an unforgettable celebration of jazz in all its vibrant forms. 🗓️ FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 29, SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 & SUNDAY, OCTOBER…
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Critically Acclaimed Australian Multi-Genre Multi-Instrumentalist Dan Webb Releases “A Good Song” Featuring Greg Saunier Of Deerhoof
“A Good Song” YouTube and Spotify Bandcamp When it comes to music, everyone has their own personal tastes. It is those personal tastes that influence whether we determine a song is “good” or “bad”. However, what is considered a good song to one person, might not be a good song to someone else. It is this nuance that…
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Sean Jones’ Soul in the City@Casa Loma-Tues.,Aug.15th,2023
By Sally Warburton Sean Jones’ Soul in the City continuing in August 2023 at Casa Loma Toronto by Sally WarburtonAnother Tuesday night. Another summer night in Toronto. Another rainy night!! … but not for long because the evening was filled with sunshine from the vibrant music and vibe created by none other than Toronto’s Juno Award…
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Mike Bern’s Thunderous ‘Reverberation’ Showcases The Healing Journey of the Sweat Lodge
“Reverberation” YouTube and Spotify Website New Brunswick-based Indigenous singer/songwriter Mike Bern rides a thunderous wave of chart-topping hits with his latest groovy song about the healing journey of the sweat lodge, “Reverberation,” — available now. Already transcending artistic barriers with acclaimed international success and four singles charting on the Indigenous Music Countdown (including his most recent ‘no words…
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British Singer-Songwriter Suzanne Cook Tells the Stormy, Cinematic Story of a Relationship Wearing Thin on “Waking Dream”
“Waking Dream” YouTube and Spotify Instagram British singer-songwriter Suzanne Cook revives her folk-rock roots on her exploratory, moody new single “Waking Dream” – available now. Narrating the story of an ageing relationship that’s worn to threadbare, the song combines an ambiguous melody with R.E.M. influences and soulful, wailing guitar for a song that’s an entire cinematic experience. I’m…
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Soul Band Formed by Touring Member of Motown’s The Funk Brothers, “The Commotions”, to Release Brand New Single
Soul Band Formed by Touring Member of Motown’s The Funk Brothers to Release Brand New Single “Feel The Commotion” From Forthcoming Album The Commotions blend Soul, Funk, and Disco on “Feel The Commotion” – a fun-loving, energetic call to seize the moment and have a good time Release Date: August 25 2023 Canadian Soul-Funk collective, The…
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Matt Zaddy’s Captivating Blend of Folk-Rock and Modern Soul Takes Fans on an Unforgettable Genre-Bending Journey With ‘What Comes Around’”
“What Comes Around” YouTube and Spotify Website Mississauga, Ontario folk-rock artist, Matt Zaddy released his new single “What Comes Around” that blends folk-rock and modern soul, making it a journey through genres for any music fan. Zaddy’s latest track was produced by Emmy award winner and Juno nominated Ross Citrullo from The Sheepdogs, Julian Taylor Band, Samantha Martin,…
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Francine Honey Invites You To ‘Come Sit In My Chair’ For An Intimate Folk Journey
“Come Sit In My Chair” YouTube and Spotify Website Ottawa-based Americana artist Francine Honey pays tribute to the charm of old-fashioned barbers while showing love to fathers everywhere in her heartwarming new single “Come Sit In My Chair” — available now! A personal anecdote on the profound connection found in getting your hair done, “Come Sit In My…
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Moose Jaw, SK Rockers Highwind’s Latest Single “At What Cost” Reveals Love’s Price Tag: Nothing Comes Free
“At What Cost” YouTube and Spotify Bandcamp Nothing comes free in life, and love is no exception. Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan rockers Highwind’s newest single, “At What Cost,” explains the price of humankind’s most precious emotion. Rich with the apathy at punk’s core, vocalist Chase Rysavy unleashes his own tribulations onto the track. “‘At What Cost’ is a song…
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Halifax’s Rock Band CHESTER DOOM Gives Depression A Voice With “Pull The Trigger”
“Pull The Trigger” YouTube and Spotify Website One of the most painful things about depression or any other mental health issue is how it makes your brain lie to you. Depression tries to convince the person dealing with it that there is no reason for them to keep living. In their newest single, “Pull The Trigger”, Halifax Nova…
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Step Back in Time with “Let’s Dance! The Musical”@Winter Garden Theater
By Steph.C. Immerse yourselves in an uplifting rock & roll experience; Let’s Dance! The Musical is playing at the majestic Winter Garden Theater. Get ready to tap your toes, clap your hands, and dance in your seat to timeless hits like “It Never Rains in Southern California,” “I Know a Place,” “The Peppermint Twist,” and…
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Celebrating 18 Years of Caribbean Cinematic Excellence: CaribbeanTales International Film Festival Unveils Remarkable 2023 Lineup
By Steph.C. In celebration of its 18th anniversary, the CaribbeanTales International Film Festival (CTFF) will take place from September 6th to 22nd. The festival presentations will be both online and in person, allowing the opportunity to reach the widest audience and ensuring that these vital visual stories remain available and relevant always. During the media…
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Montreal Fiddle-Singer and Songwriter Aleksi Campagne Set to Stun On Debut Bilingual Single “Won’t Be Scared” From Upcoming ‘For The Giving’ Album
“Won’t Be Scared” YouTube and Spotify Website Aleksi Campagne, Montreal’s bilingual indie-folk fiddle-singer, is ready to captivate and comfort listeners with his debut single “Won’t Be Scared,” available in English and French on June 10th, with the full-length album, For The Giving released on July 13, 2023. The lead single “Won’t Be Scared” from his highly anticipated debut…
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The Toronto Caribbean Carnival Festival-July 11th-Aug.7th ,2023
The Toronto Caribbean Carnival Festival swept the city this year for the 56th Anniversary of the Caribbean Festival, and what a way to celebrate the festivities with a “big time parade!”There wasn’t a formal gala this year,but that didn’t damper the spirit and the weather held up for the festivities all weekend. All who attended were excited…
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Florida’s Bulletproof Soul Unleashes Highly-Anticipated Album ‘Grasping Things at the Root’ With “The Whip”
“The Whip” YouTube and Spotify Website The Fort Lauderdale and Miami-based musical group Bulletproof Soul drops their anticipated album Grasping Things at the Root on July 28. Ahead of the album release comes a genre-blending single, “The Whip,” out now. “The Whip” sheds light on the masterful sound curation of the group, shifting through neo-soul rhythms, hip-hop-heavy lyrics, and brushstrokes…
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Ottawa’s LGBTQIA+ Christian Artist DANAH-LEE Spreads Message of Acceptance & Belonging With Empowering ‘Equal’
“Equal” YouTube and Spotify Website Ottawa, ON Contemporary Christian artist Danah-Lee channels her faith and musical spirit to deliver a powerful message of acceptance and belonging with her ambitious new single, “Equal.” “Equal” was inspired by a melody that came to her while teaching a piano lesson. “I stopped the lesson and took two minutes to hum the melody…
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Lindsay, Ontario-Based Timber Masterson Unveils ‘Easy Peasy 1,2,3’: The Ultimate Guide to Effortless Summer Fun
“Easy Peasy 1, 2, 3” YouTube and Spotify Website At the beginning of the summer, we’re usually treated to a string of song releases that look to define someone’s pool party, vacation, or road trip. Lindsay’s Timber Masterson’s latest single “Easy Peasy 1,2,3” enters the race with its easygoing lush sensibilities looking to insert itself into many summer…
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