Category: Arts
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THE ANDY KIM CHRISTMAS @Massey Hall Wed.,Dec 6th,2023
By Jesse Read,Shannen Johnston & Wayne Baggs Andy Kim’s annual Christmas Charity Event proved to be a heartwarming and memorable celebration that seamlessly blended the joy of the holiday season with the spirit of giving. Held at Massey Hall on Dec 6th, this event was not just a festive occasion but a powerful demonstration of…
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Award-Winning Guitarist/Singer/Songwriter Sue Foley Set to Release Sue Foley Live in Austin Vol 1 out now via Her Guitar Woman Records
Texas based, Canadian bred guitarist, singer and songwriter Sue Foley released Sue Foley Live in Austin Vol 1 CD out now via her Guitar Woman Records, with vinyl LP release to follow on December 8. Recorded on May 19, 2023, at Austin’s legendary Continental Club, this electrifying album captures Sue Foley and her unique Texas blues sound. The album…
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Blues Virtuoso Brandon Isaak Unleashes Musical Magic: ‘One Step Closer’ Album Out Now
“House Bound Blues” YouTube and Spotify Website With a lineup of songs that span the blues genre, Brandon Isaak is set to stun audiences once again with the release of his new album, One Step Closer, on September 22. Throughout the album, Isaak explores classic iterations of the blues with the occasional modern twist. The record flirts with a…
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LEGENDARY CANADIAN JAZZ ARTIST MOLLY JOHNSON RELEASES VINYL EDITION OF IT’S A SNOW GLOBE WORLD
DECEMBER 11 – 13 WITH TORONTO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA AT ROY THOMSON HALL. TICKETS HERE Photo credit: Chris Nicholls Renowned Canadian jazz vocalist, Molly Johnson, officially releases the vinyl edition of her most recent full-length album, It’s A Snow Globe World, today for the first time via Universal Music Canada, the country’s leading music company. It’s A Snow Globe World was…
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JUNKHOUSE Celebrates 30 Years of “Strays” with Vinyl Release
JUNKHOUSE, the iconic alternative rock band that took the 90s by storm, is thrilled to announce the 30thanniversary celebration of their seminal album, “Strays.” To mark this significant milestone, Sony Music Canada has released a limited-edition vinyl of “Strays” and JUNKHOUSE embarks on a special tour with four exclusive show dates. “Strays” was a game-changer…
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Krampus Ball@The Opera House-Sat.,Dec.9th,2023
Photography By YYZ Events It was the Krampus Ball during the festive season and the 11th years of alternative celebrations during the Xmas season! This was a can’t miss event during the month of December. Costumes were encouraged, but not mandatory that didn’t scare away the patrons, as all were welcome on a Saturday night…
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The 25th Anniversary Of Canada’s Walk of Fame @M.T.C.C.-Sat.,December 2nd,2023
Interviews-Jesse Read,Videographer-Shannen Johnston & Photography-Wayne Baggs Attending the 2023 Canadian Walk of Fame event was an unforgettable experience that left me with a profound sense of pride for my country and admiration for its exceptional talent. From the moment I stepped onto the red carpet, the energy was electric, surrounded by fellow fans and the…
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The Trews @The Danforth Music Hall -December 2, 2023
By Wayne Baggs The Trews delivered a powerhouse performance at The Danforth Music Hall on December 2, 2023, leaving the audience captivated and craving more. The Canadian rock band showcased their musical prowess with a setlist that seamlessly blended their classic hits with tracks from their latest album. From the moment they took the stage,…
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Casa Loma Holiday Lights-December 1st, 2023 – January 8th, 2024
Pictures By Jesse Read & Shannen Johnston It ‘s already December and the Holiday Lights are up at the Castle, also known as Casa Loma. It included dazzling lighting displays and themed areas while guest were on a self guided tour of the gardens in all of its winter glory. Castle Loma has some marvelous…
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Arcadia Earth opens @The Well-486 Front St.W.-Thurs.,Nov.30th,2023
Steph C Arcadia Earth at The Well is the newest immersive experience in Toronto. Arcadia Earth merges art and environmental education through interactive installations, augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), project mapping, and art installations. This renowned multi-room immersive exhibition in Toronto is the latest addition to Arcadia Earth, following successful runs in New York,…
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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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Chin Injeti Takes You on a Sentimental Journey with ‘For Better Or For Worse’ ft. Shad K
‘For Better Or For Worse’ ft. Shad K Spotify Instagram Chin Injeti adds a nostalgic offering to his 2023 repertoire with this new song “For Better Or For Worse” featuring Shad K aka YBTB. They say sentimentality is a hell of a drug, and in this new release, it keeps getting better with every listen. The…
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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,” on August 14, 2023. This release marks the beginning of a tour that will enchant audiences across…
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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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Downchild Blues Band @The El Mocambo-Sat.,Nov.25th,2023
By Wayne Baggs Saturday night, the iconic El Mocambo hosted the legendary Downchild Blues Band, delivering a blues-infused performance that left the audience captivated. With a history spanning five decades, Downchild proved they are masters of their craft, seamlessly blending traditional blues with their signature contemporary flair. The band’s tight-knit ensemble created a sonic tapestry…
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Nigel Scott | Conversations in BlueNovember 15 – January 20, 2024
“Conversations in Blue” continues Nigel’s love affair with the colour blue that started with making photographic blueprints or cyanotypes. Later, surfing and ocean life brought him even closer. After painting a large wall in blue and dark blue for one of his shows, he started using blue directly on some photographs. This led to expanding…
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Fall and Winter Exhibitions at the McMichael:Marcel Dzama, Moridja Kitenge Banza, and the industrial art history of Cobalt, ON.
Left: Marcel Dzama (b. 1974), Ghost of Canoe Lake, 2023, pearlescent acrylic, ink, watercolor, and graphite on paper, 36.2 x 36.2 cm, Courtesy the artist and David Zwirner © Marcel Dzama. Above Right: Franklin Carmichael (1890–1945), A Northern Silver Mine, 1930, oil on canvas, 101.5 x 121.2 cm, Gift of Mrs. A.J. Latner, McMichael Canadian Art Collection. Bottom…
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Music For Life 2023 @Fairmont Royal York Hotel-Thurs.,Nov.23rd,2023
The gala event took place on November 23, 2023 at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel Toronto.Music For Life is the annual benefit and gala dinner for Dixon Hall Music School. This year, was a celebration of 45 years providing an accessible, creative home for children and youth. This event attracted upwards of 400 generous corporate…
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Fashion Art Toronto Fashion Week Fall/Winter Nov 16-19, 2023 @The Black Creek Assembly
Steph C Fashion Art Toronto (FAT) is an annual multi-arts fashion event and the longest-running fashion week in the city. The event is celebrated for its 18-year commitment to providing an inclusive platform for Canada’s fashion and artist communities and presenting thought-provoking fashion shows and immersive multimedia art installations. This year’s 4-day event featured designers…
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The Web Summit Lisbon 2023
By Sally Warburton November 13 – 16, 2023 Lisbon, Portugal The Web Summit started the evening of Monday, November 13 – The Opening Night: A celebration of Portugal ceremonies held at the Altice Arena. First on Centre Stage was a series of entrepreneurs selected to speak about their start-ups to the crowd of over 50,000. Next the…
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