Category: Announcement
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ONE OF MUSIC’S LOST BOYS NO MORE, WOLFGANG WEBB RETURNS WITH A SECOND ALBUM OF OBSIDIAN NIGHTTIME MUSINGS
Wolfgang Webb creates music during the hours when most of the world lies dormant, harnessing the quiet darkness that fuels his soul. The half-Austrian, Canadian artist—who stepped away from the music industry decades ago to craft anonymous compositions for film and television—has once again channeled his insomnia into art with his sophomore album, ‘The Lost…
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The RC Show @The Enercare Centre -Mon., April 7th -Wed., April 9th, 2025
April 7th to 9th were the dates for the 2025 Restaurant Canada Show. Held at Enercare Centre at the Exhibition grounds in Toronto, the huge venue was filled with every possible connection to the restaurant industry. From restaurant equipment for cooking, baking, grilling. To furniture, packing, promotional items, apps for making restaurant life easier and…
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2x JUNO Winner Steve Marriner Brings Analog Grease to “I Can’t Dance” With a Swaggering Blues Reimagining of the Genesis Classic
“I Can’t Dance” Spotify Website I Facebook I Instagram From harmonica to baritone guitar, from frontman to producer, Steve Marriner has spent over two decades shaping the sound of modern blues. With two JUNO Awards for his work with MonkeyJunk, a career spent touring with Colin James, and collaborations with Buddy Guy, Jimmie Vaughan, and Blue Rodeo, Marriner has become…
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The 32nd annual Hot Docs Festival-April 24 to May 4, 2025
By Sally Warburton The reveal of films for the Hot Docs film Festival was held at the Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema on Tuesday, March 25. The reveal included preview clips of some of the documentary films from all over the world, the themes depicted in the films and that there is a strong…
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Heather Christine Breathes New Life Into a Jazz Classic With ‘C’est Magnifique’
Mississauga-based jazz pop vocalist Heather Christine revisits her solo travels in France with a fresh, Latin-infused take on the Cole Porter standard, accompanied by the renowned Bill King Trio. MP3s, WAVs, Photos, Bio and All Assets Here C’est Magnifique” Spotify Website I Facebook I Instagram When Mississauga, Ontario-based jazz pop vocalist Heather Christine graduated from college, she set out for a…
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TOYS AS ART, ART INSPIRED BY TOYS:MATTEL’S 80TH ANNIVERSARY GROUP EXHIBITION
top row: “Thrill Of It All” by Brandi Milne, “An Ode To All That’s Good and Real Within” by HERA of Herakut, “The Pocket Medusa” by Soey Milk, and “Attack of the 150 ft. Barbie” by Eric Joyner bottom row: “Portrait of Barbie” by Marion Peck, “Masters” by Mark Todd, and “Barbie with Meat” by…
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Hockey Hall of Fame Media Event – 4 Nations Face-Off display and newly engraved 4 Nations Cup revealed – Tuesday, March 4, 2025
What an epic NHL break and a change to the All-Star format as Team Canada thrilled hockey fans last month with their triumphant win over the USA to win the inaugural trophy for the 4 Nations. Hockey Hall of Fame opened an exhibit showcasing artifacts from the incredible 4 Nations Face-Off Tournament, including items from…
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THE THIRD ANNUAL FIRED-UP GALA IN SUPPORT OF SICKKIDS BURN & PLASTICS UNIT @The Ritz Carleton Hotel-Fri.,Feb.21st,2025
Photography By SVPHOTOGRAPHY It was the third annual Fired-Up Gala with guest dressed in tuxedos,flowing gowns &unique formal wear. The event featured-an oyster bar, top shelf open bar, 4-course dinner, live & silent auction, entertainment throughout the evening, dance & DJ afterparty including late night bites & sweets. All proceeds from this event benefited the…
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The International AutoShow 2025 Total Immersion
The AutoShow 2025 took place in Torontoonce again at the Metro Convention Centre. February 14th to 23rd were the dates when both the North and South Buildings of MTCC were filled with cars of every type. In the North building the theme was Where Luxury Meets Performance – with specially selected supercars and high-end performance vehicles -luxurious, rare…
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Leigh Steinberg’s Annual Super Bowl Party, Taste Of The NFL & Sports Illustrated -Sat., Feb. 8th, 2025
We started our Saturday afternoon at The Leigh Steinberg Annual Super Bowl Party held in New Orleans for SB59 week and it was an extravagant get-together of some of the Nation’s most influential people. With thousands of high-profile guests, from NFL owners and athletes to celebrities, politicians, corporate CEOs, entrepreneurs, and media personalities, it proved…
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The 3rd Annual NFLPA Community MVP Day, The Annual Johnnie Cochrane luncheon St.Jude Legends & Ditka & Jaws – Thurs., Feb. 6th, 2025@New Orleans, Louisiana During Superbowl 59 Week.
It was a Thursday morning where participants were “Giving Back In A Fun Way during Super Bowl week. The third annual NFLPA Community MVP Day in New Orleans. With this season’s Community MVPs, along with other active NFL players, were present to team up with students. Next we were off to the Fritz Pollard Alliance…
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2025 SANTA BARBARA INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL AWARD WINNING FILMS ANNOUNCED
The Santa Barbara International Film Festival (SBIFF) is excited to announce the award-winning films for the 40th edition. Awards were announced at a ceremony this morning hosted by El Encanto, a Belmond Hotel, in Santa Barbara with Jury and Filmmakers in attendance.“It’s an undeniable pleasure to celebrate such a diverse and wonderful array of winning films,”…
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The Awakened Brain- The New Science of Spirituality and Our Quest for an Inspired Life
Tuesday, February 4, 20255:00 PM – 6:00 PM PTRegistration is required for this free Zoom event.The Awakened Brain- The New Science of Spirituality and Our Quest for an Inspired Life Lisa Miller, PhD in conversation with Imaad Nasir, MD, Behavioral Neurologist at UCLA. Whether it’s meditation or a walk in nature, reading a sacred text or saying…
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Jonas & The Jaguar Moon @The Art Bay-Thursday, January 16th, 2025
The purpose of the evening was to promote Jonas & The Jaguar Moon’s new single ‘Believer”. And promote it did! We all loved the song! Rock ‘n’ roll icon Jonas Tomalty graced us with his presence. We learned about his brand-new band, Jonas & The Jaguar Moon. They’re so happy to announce the release of…
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Krampus Ball @The Opera House-Sat.,Dec.7th,2024
It was the twelfth year to Toronto, Krampus Ball was a night of costumes, music, and mesmerizing performances, all inspired by the folklore of Krampus, the yuletide demon. The performers include Squid Lid featuring A.P.E., Projekt F, Bass Witch, and others. Guests are encouraged to fully immerse themselves by donning creative outfits, whether as festive demons, nutcrackers,…
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Day #4-TIFF -Movie Reviews, Red Carpet And Events -Sun., Sept. 8th, 2024
By The BKONTHESCENE crew Sunday, September 8th Day 4 Cate Blanchett in Conversation at Royal Alexandra Theatre Red Carpet and in Royal Alexandra, 12noon Actress Cate Blanchett was very well received by her fans on King Street across from Royal Alexandra Theatre. She spent time greeting the fans. She was beautiful and elegant in a stunning…
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The 34th SOCAN Awards @HISTORY-Tues.,Sept.24th,2024
Interviews By Jesse Read &Photography By Wayne Baggs On September 24, 2024, the 34th SOCAN Awards honoured the outstanding achievements of Canada’s most accomplished songwriters, composers and music publishers over the past 2 years. The SOCAN Awards returned The Song & Score Week in Toronto – a week-long program of celebration and education for emerging…
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Day#9 Of TIFF -Friday, September 13th, 2024 – RED CARPET, Events And Film Reviews
By The BKONTHESCENE crew Elton John: Never Too Late, a documentary by R.J. Cutler and David Furnish, 1:15pm at Scotiabank Cinema. Nothing beats a music documentary. Nothing beats one with concert clips. Nothing beats a documentary on Elton John. This documentary film on Reggie Dwight most commonly known as Elton John, is mesmerizing. Yes, we’ve learned about the…
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Jeremy Dutcher Has Won The 2024 Polaris Music Prize For The Album ‘Motewolonuwok’
Jeremy Dutcher has won the 2024 Polaris Music Prize for the album Motewolonuwok.This is Dutcher’s second Polaris Music Prize win.The Prize, which was presented by CBC Music, goes to the best Canadian album of the year based on artistic merit without regard to genre, sales history or label affiliation. It was determined by a Grand Jury of…
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