Month: August 2024
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Boomstock @Sobeys Stadium-Saturday, August 24,2024
By Wayne Baggs Boomstock on Saturday, August 24, was a celebration of classic rock and reggae, delivering a powerful lineup that resonated with fans of all ages. The festival brought together legendary bands, each delivering a unique performance, making for an eclectic yet cohesive musical experience. The evening kicked off with The Box, who set…
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Yes And Deep Purple @Budweiser Stage-Sun.,Aug.25th,2024
By Wayne Baggs The Deep Purple and Yes concert at Budweiser Stage on August 25, 2024, spectacularly displayed classic rock mastery. Both bands, legends in their own right, delivered performances that thrilled fans and reminded everyone why they remain icons in the genre. The night celebrated two of the most enduring bands in rock history,…
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In Its 9th Year, Toronto’s Kensington Market Jazz Festival – Led By Molly Johnson – Back For September 27-29
Website I Facebook I Instagram I YouTube Cue the scatted syllables and snapping fingers: The Kensington Market Jazz Festival is returning to the streets of Toronto the weekend of Sept. 27-29, 2024. And when it arrives, it won’t be as just a revered local tradition, but the embodiment of an enduring vision. This ninth edition of the annual salute to all that…
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CANADIAN IMMIGRANT MAGAZINE AND WESTERN UNION RECOGNIZETHE TOP 25 CANADIAN IMMIGRANTS OF 2024 @TIFF Lightbox-Wed.,Aug.14th,2024
By YYZ Events The 16th annual Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Award winners were honoured and celebrated at a ceremony in Toronto. Presented by Western Union, the Top 25 awards shared the inspiring success stories of immigrants and refugees who came from diverse cultures and backgrounds, from coast to coast. This year’s program was also sponsored by COSTI…
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“BLOOD AND GUTS”Billy Morrison And Jonathan Ball Exhibit Now @Liss Gallery-122 Cumberland Street Until Fri., August 30th,2024
It was a very special preview of original and limited edition prints by Billy Morrison and sculptures/callaboration with Johnathan Ball was held at Liss Gallery. Billy Morrison is an artist,radio host on SiriusXM with the ”Influenced”show and a guitarist from of the Billy Idol Band. A master of the six string and canvas. After performing…
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ACCLAIMED JAPANESE ARTIST CORNELIUS RELEASES NEW THREE-SONG EP, ‘BAD ADVICE/MIND TRAIN’FEATURING GUEST COLLABORATOR ARTO LINDSAY, OUT TODAY
ANNOUNCES DELUXE VINYL EDITION OF ‘DREAM IN DREAM’ LP AND ADDS MONEY MARK TO US FALL TOUR DATES INCLUDING FONDA THEATRE (LA), CRYSTAL BALLROOM (PORTLAND), AND NEPTUNE THEATRE (SEATTLE) BAD ADVICE/MIND TRAIN AVAILABLE ON ALL DSPS TODAY HERE PRE-ORDER ‘DREAM IN DREAM’ DELUXE VINYL EDITION HERE PURCHASE TICKETS FOR LIVE PERFORMANCES HERE WATCH THE VIDEO TO “MIND TRAIN” HERE “Japanese…
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The Tedeschi Trucks Band@ Budweiser Stage-Thurs.,Aug.15th,2024
By Wayne Baggs The Tedeschi Trucks Band’s concert at Toronto’s Budweiser Stage on August 13th, 2024, was electrifying. The band’s signature blend of blues, rock, and soul filled the night air with energy and emotion. Susan Tedeschi’s powerful vocals were as mesmerizing as ever, perfectly complemented by Derek Trucks’ masterful guitar work. Their chemistry on…
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Natalie Exora’s Musical Journey: From Life-Changing Advice to the Double-Sided Magic of “Nightlight”
“Nightlight”/“Nightlight (the Flipside)” YouTube and Spotify Instagram When Trinidad & Tobago-born Natalie Exora arrived in Toronto to pursue her passion for music, she built the foundations of an exciting career collaborating with JUNO-winning artists and opening for a slew of high-profile acts. But it wasn’t until she received a life-changing piece of advice from Canadian guitar legend, Rik Emmett of…
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Son of James Unveils Powerful Cover of Queen’s “We Will Rock You” to Mark the 100th Anniversary of Chinese Exclusion Act
“We Will Rock You” YouTube and Spotify Website Son of James, the dynamic Vancouver-based band renowned for their unique blend of rock, soul, and traditional Chinese music, is proud to release a powerful cover of Queen’s legendary anthem “We Will Rock You.” This special release is dedicated to the Chinese Canadian Museum to commemorate the 100th anniversary of…
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Avalon Stone Unleashes “Shaking Me Up” – An Anthem of Emotional Turmoil and Defiance
“Shaking Me Up” YouTube and Spotify Website Avalon Stone, one of Canada’s promising alt-rock talents, has just released her latest single, “Shaking Me Up,” and the track, produced by JUNO Award-winning Kevin Dietz, delves into the depths of a toxic relationship, capturing the complex emotions of being both stuck and defiant. “Shaking Me Up” features a masterful blend…
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Celebrates The Rock Visions Of Legendary Photographer Bob Gruen @Liss Gallery-112 Cumberland Street, Toronto-September 3, 2024 – October 5, 2024:
September 3, 2024 – October 5, 2024: Liss Gallery, 112 Cumberland Street, Toronto If you’ve ever thumbed through a music magazine or gazed in admiration at a poster of a legendary rock star, the chances are good you were looking at the work of Bob Gruen. From his iconic portraits of John Lennon in New York…
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Toronto Caribbean Carnival-July To August 2024
Photography By YYZ Events The yearly tradition in August in Toronto as we Experience the magic of the Caribbean as we swayed to the sounds of reggae, soca, and tropical house music. Our thoughts were in the sun ,on white sand beaches and partaking in tropical cocktails by the pool. We had the opportunity to celebrate…
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Blues/Folk Artist D.M. LAFORTUNE Releases “Mr. Businessman’s Blues” From Upcoming 25th Anniversary Edition of “Beauty And Hard Times’
“Mr. Businessman’s Blues” YouTube and Spotify Website There are plenty of reasons for an artist to want to revisit their work, and many of them go beyond simple OCD. As she marks the 25th-anniversary rerelease of an album she’s issued twice already, under two different titles, Indigenous Toronto blues-folkster Diem (D.M.) Lafortune has more of those reasons than…
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Musician Les Stroud Brings Rich, Riveting Sound To Haunting Ballad “When It’s Gone”
“When It’s Gone” YouTube and Spotify Website Between his various vocations as public speaker, television personality and Toronto-area-based musician, Les Stroud has seen much in his life. Now with his latest single, the alternate mixed and mastered version of “When It’s Gone,” Stroud offers up a fulfilling, richly textured ballad that should strike a nerve or chord with…
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Legendary Rapper Saukrates Shares Highly Anticipated Projects Including New Single “My Pager” & 25th Anniversary Version Of His Debut Album “The Underground Tapes”
“My Pager” YouTube and Spotify Facebook and Instagram If there is a figure who established the foundation and represents Canadian music, Saukrates undoubtedly stands as one of the pioneers of his genre in the country. With a career beginning in 1994, his influence spans decades and categories, marked by a track record of successful releases and significant milestones. The Toronto-based…
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Hins Cheung In Concert @OLG Stage-Fallsview Casino-Sat.,Aug.3rd,2024
Hong Kong singer-actor Hins Cheung is set to enchant his fans in Niagara Falls at the Fallsview Casino theatre this past weekend with a musical journey spanning his two-decade career. The flamboyant performer took the stage at the capacity crowd at this intimate theatre in Niagara Falls and he will continue Live Around The World…
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JUNO Award Winner Errol Starr and TRIBZ Release Self-Titled Album Blending of R&B, Blues, Reggae, Pop, and Rock
“Paradise” YouTube and Spotify Website Errol Starr and TRIBZ are thrilled to announce the release of their new self-titled album alongside the highly anticipated single “Paradise.” This release marks a significant milestone in their music careers, as it is the first from the group since their formation in 2021. Errol Starr and TRIBZ’s latest project is not just…
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Toronto Festival of Beer (TFOB) @Exhibition Place
Photography By Jesse Read &Cypress Hill By TFOB Toronto Festival of Beer (TFOB)/Beer Fest, was another successful year for the annual event pthat took place at Exhibition Place in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Guest were celebrating this year’s Toronto’s Festival of Beer with fantastic beer & beverage selections to the delicious food and amazing music performances,…
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Sammy Hagar-“The Best Of All Worlds Tour”@Budweiser Theatre-Thurs.,July 31st,2024
By Wayne Baggs Sammy Hagar rocked Toronto on July 31, 2024, with a concert that fans won’t soon forget. The Red Rocker brought his A-game to the stage, delivering a high-energy performance that spanned his entire career. From Montrose classics to solo hits and Van Halen favourites, Sammy had the crowd singing along and dancing…
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