Month: October 2023
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Art Toronto, returned to the Metro Toronto Convention Centre-Thurs.,October 26th to Sun.,Oct.29th,2023
By Steph C. ,Sally Warburton & BKONTHESCENE Canada’s oldest and largest international art fair, Art Toronto, returned to the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Art Toronto offered incredible exposure for over 100 national and international galleries and attracted respected artists and art lovers, collectors and buyers from across the globe. Kitty Scott is Art Toronto’s Focus…
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ComKids Masquerade Ball @Casa Loma-Thursday, October 26th,2023
By Sally W. Thursday, October 26 was a busy night at Casa Loma! It was the ComKids Masquerade Ball 2023! Dressed for the black tie event with beautiful evening dresses and suits, the ComKids fundraiser supporters were masked as well! Creative and beautiful masks of all kinds! And everything was in aid of the ComKids…
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Music’s Rising Star JAXXEE Makes a Stunning Debut with ‘GONE’ – A Perfect Fusion of Trip-Hop and Soul
“GONE” YouTube and Spotify Website Blending elements of trip-hop and soul in just the right proportions, the new independent face on the Canadian music scene, JAXXEE, makes an impactful entrance with her debut single, “GONE.” Paying homage to the obscure Bristol scene of the 90s, while also emanating a fresh and present-day aura, the track serves as a…
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Cibo Pizza + Peroni dinner series – with three events at the Cibo locations-Tuesday,Oct 24,2023
We were invited to kick off the Cibo Pizza + Peroni dinner series – with three events at the Cibo locations, which began on Tuesday Oct 24.We tried out the Yorkville location and the pizza was amazing! We purchased-CAPRICCIOSA ,The Fresh Italian Truffle and enjoyed the delicious pizza with Peroni beer. Enjoy or share a best-selling Cibo authentic…
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New Orleans Blues Guitarist Caroline Cotto Captures Aching For A Future Home on Bright, Colorful “Bayou Sun”
“Bayou Sun” YouTube and Spotify Website Sometimes in life we carry an ache for a future home that rivals our aching for homes past. Blues artist Caroline Cotto captures this unique sort of pang in her raucous and triumphant single “Bayou Sun” – available now – from her forthcoming album of the same name. The song starts out…
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Stroke Prevention-Tuesday, November 7, 20235:00 PM – 6:00 PM PT
Registration is required for this free live private Zoom event.https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=d02ad990-6a2a-4465-a981-195c99894ff5&envId=p-zCrdL4cOz0CZBvCOF9r06Q&bbeml=tp-zCrdL4cOz0CZBvCOF9r06Q.jPAQp4peWy0SSCB0alw8uhQ.ri5vvUwXqY0ueeeP4At11ig.l91FDnHe1XE-ZGf58fUI-aw Join us for an Open Mind presentation on “Stroke Prevention and Acute Treatment”. This program will give an overview of types of strokes, available therapies for acute stroke, warning signs, risk factors, lifestyle choices to help prevent stroke, and the mobile stroke rescue program at UCLA.Did you know that: • Strokes are the…
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THE ANDY KIM CHRISTMAS RETURNS TO TORONTO’S MASSEY HALL DECEMBER 6
Tickets to the 19th annual celebration go on-sale Friday, October 27 at MasseyHall.com and TicketMaster.ca with proceeds supporting CAMH’s Gifts of Light Prices range from $35.50- $85.50 (plus service charges)All Ages / Reserved Seating The Andy Kim Christmas returns to Toronto’s legendary Massey Hall Wednesday, December 6 for another unforgettable evening celebrating the magic of the season with performances from iconic Canadian artists. This year’s show marks the 19th year that…
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Indie Artist girly. Drops Electrifying New Single ‘Dime,’ Produced by Grammy Award-Contributor Chin Injeti
“Dime” YouTube and Spotify Website girly., a multiracial indie artist from Abbotsford, British Columbia, is out with a new single, “Dime,” produced by Chin Injeti, a three-time Grammy Award album contributor who has collaborated with the likes of DJ Khalil, Dr. Dre, and Eminem. The easy, breezy listen builds on girly.’s success last year with “Boyish,” which the…
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Fresh Breath’s ‘Through My Window’: A Feel-Good, Lush Alt-Country Anthem of Growing Up and Embracing Life
“Through My Window” YouTube and Spotify Website An electric riff breezes through your speakers. It’s accompanied by melodic, laid-back, charming vocals. It’s Fresh Breath, and their single, “Through My Window”; the title track off their full-length album. And it’s a feel-good, lush, alt-country, contemporary song about growing up, and being okay with it. Josh & Katie Pascoe are…
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Music With Mandy Releases “Vacation in the Stars”: Jazz-Infused Family Entertainment for All Ages
“Vacation in the Stars” YouTube and Spotify Website Mandy Morris, renowned as Music With Mandy, leads a jazz-infused family entertainment quartet based in Calgary. Their mission? To captivate children and young families with the irresistible charm of children’s music, featuring playful, witty lyrics, all underscored by a delightful jazz twist that’s sure to entertain both the young and…
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HOLY WARS Announce Highly Anticipated EP “CULT CLASSIC”
HOLY WARS Announce Highly Anticipated EP“CULT CLASSIC” Available November 10 | Pre-Save HERE Genre-blurring provocateurs HOLY WARS are thrilled to announce the forthcoming release of their latest EP, “CULT CLASSIC” on November 10th via Pale Chord Records. Pushing boundaries and defying labels, the “CULT CLASSIC” EP serves as the next chapter in their fearless journey. Fans can pre-save the upcoming EP HERE. “CULT CLASSIC” a…
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Z Chambers Drops His Latest Pop and R&B Hit ‘Tightrope’ Delivering a Resonant Message for a New Generation
“Tightrope” YouTube and Spotify Website Accomplished Los Angeles native and pop/R&B artist Z Chambers released his new song “Tightrope” this week. Featuring intriguingly melodic vocals paired with a mysteriously somber yet upbeat score, the artist delivers a poignant message sure to resonate with younger generations. Z Chambers is a singer/songwriter born and raised in Los Angeles, California. He…
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SPIRITBOX For Grammys “Best Metal Performance” & “Best Rock Song”
WATCH: Official music video for “Jaded.” SPIRITBOXBest Metal Performance &Best Rock Song For“JADED”Taken From Upcoming EP “THE FEAR OF FEAR“Out November 3rd via Rise Records/Pale Chord | Pre-Order Now HERE Sounds Like Heavy Music’s Future – Loudwire“Jaded” has all the hallmarks of the Canuck unit’s icy alt-metal sound. Djent riffage that rumbles like a chunk of glacier breaking off and crashing into…
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Ottawa Singer-Songwriter Francine Honey Gives Couples The Hope To Power Through on Award-Winning New Single “The We, We Used To Be”
“The We, We Used To Be” YouTube and Spotify Website Sometimes a relationship can hit a rough patch, and all you want is to get back to that place where you both know you can do better. With her signature honeyed voice as its star, singer-songwriter Francine Honey’s new ballad “The We, We Used To Be” – available…
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Midnight Miles Unleashes Soul-Stirring Rock And Blues New Single ‘Like You Wanna Do’
“Like You Wanna Do” YouTube and Spotify Website Midnight Miles, the authentic back-to-roots, blues-based rock ‘n’ roll band from Montreal, Quebec, is thrilled to announce the release of their highly anticipated new single, “Like You Wanna Do”, out now. The 5-piece vintage rock band’s latest release is a soul-stirring, rock ‘n’ roll anthem with electrifying sound, raw emotion,…
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Doug MacNaughton Unveils Captivating “Follow Your Silence” as Anticipation Grows for Upcoming Album Release
“Follow Your Silence” YouTube and Spotify Website Toronto-based indie singer-songwriter Doug MacNaughton has released his latest single “Follow Your Silence,” the fourth single from his forthcoming album Old Enough To Know Better, set to be released in the Fall of 2023. Through his lyrical talent, we see MacNaughton highlight the synergy and perfect unity in what can often be described…
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12th Annual Key West Film Festival Announces Official Lineup
12th Annual Key West Film Festival Announces Official Lineup “PRISCILLA” directed by Sofia Coppola to screen as Opening Night film as curated by Stephanie Zacharek of Time Magazine “EILEEN” starring Anne Hathaway screens as Closing Night film, presented by David Rooney of The Hollywood Reporter Spotlight Films include “DREAM SCENARIO” starring Nicolas Cage, “ALL OF…
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Jamie McRoberts’ “Having One Of Those Days” Highlights the Power of Patience in Relationships Amidst Anxiety
“Having One Of Those Days” YouTube and Spotify Website Anxiety can take a real toll on relationships. When either partner is feeling down or hurting, it’s important to be patient and remember that better days are ahead. Your relationships will be that much better for it. The belief that bad days won’t last forever is what Oakville, ON-based…
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Multi-Instrumentalist, Dom Hemalas, Finds Musical Solace With Creation Of Fab Band ‘Elegance On a Nudist Beach’
“Without A Shadow Of A Doubt” YouTube and Spotify Bandcamp All you need are ears. Like for all of us, the pandemic presented Montreal-based multi-instrumentalist Dom Hemalas aka Elegance On a Nudist Beach, with more questions than answers. Locked in his basement and isolated from the outside, he chose a path of positivity rather than wallow; Hemalas threw…
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Grammy-Winning ‘Slack Key’ Guitarist Jim ‘Kimo’ West Drops Enchanting Album “Of Wood and Spirit: American Guitar Stories”
Grammy-Winning ‘Slack Key’ Guitarist Jim ‘Kimo’ West Drops Enchanting Album ‘Of Wood and Spirit: American Guitar Stories’ West To Perform Series Of Concerts, Including Special Benefit Concert for Maui “Ghost Town Waltz” YouTube and Spotify Website Grammy-winning Hawaiian “slack key” guitarist, producer, and composer Jim “Kimo” West unveiled his latest album, “Of Wood and Spirit: American Guitar Stores,”…
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