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  • COLORBLIND OPENING ON DIGITAL PLATFORMS ON APRIL 4th,2023 LOOK BEYOND THE COLORS

    The emotionally captivating feature COLORBLIND follows the story of Magdalene, a colorblind black artist, and her son Monet as they move into a new neighborhood where they are challenged when they see the true colors of people. When their racist landlord Walton is forced to babysit Monet due to an unexpected emergency, he discovers a more colorful world through…

  • Hot Docs Unveils 30th-Anniversary Festival Program-APRIL 27- MAY 7, 2023&CELEBRATING A 30-YEAR DEDICATION TO EXCELLENCE INNON-FICTION STORYTELLING

    Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival, North America’s largest documentary festival, conference and market, will celebrate its 30th anniversary this year, with the 2023 Festival taking place April 27 to May 7 in Toronto. From 2848 film submissions, this year’s slate will present 214 films from 72 countries in 13 programs and will feature 70 world and…

  • Singer-Songwriter Lisa Hartt Releases “Tell the Truth” From Upcoming Arrival Album

    “Tell The Truth” YouTube and Spotify Website Lisa Hartt’s new EP, “Arrival,” is a deeply personal and heartfelt collection of songs that has been 40 years in the making. The second single, “Tell the Truth,” is out now. Lisa was born in Montreal but grew up in La Tuque and Dorval, Quebec. At the tender age of 10,…

  • Anna Goldsmith Unleashes the Power of Positivity with High-Energy New Single “Miracle” 

    “Miracle” YouTube and Spotify Website Every human being is a miracle in their own right, and pop songstress Anna Goldsmith celebrates her own and others’ uniqueness in her high-energy, pop-punk and positivity-infused new single “Miracle” – available now. “Miracle” starts out with a driving beat and an infectious, Blondie-esque melody, and Anna talk-sings and then soars into the…

  • Adrienne Nye’s “I Need The Light” Focuses On The Journey Of Relationships And Seasons

    Adrienne Nye’s “I Need The Light” Focuses On The Journey Of  Relationships And Seasons “I Need The Light” YouTube and Spotify Website Adrienne Nye’s single “I Need the Light” focuses on the metaphorical (and physical) journey of seasons, particularly dreary winter spells. The single grabs the listener’s attention with crescendoing drum synth pads. The song off her upcoming EP, These Winter…

  • SULTANS OF STRING Broadcast Cannes World Film Festival Winning Doc ‘The Refuge Project’ at Canadian Folk Music Awards in Vancouver

    SULTANS OF STRING Shine a Light on the Plight of Refugees with its Cannes World Film Festival winning Doc, Sultans of String: The Refuge Project – Visual Album at the 18th Annual CANADIAN FOLK MUSIC AWARDS SAT APRIL 1, 2023 – 3:00-5:00pm (PDT)MEL LEHAN HALL – Vancouver BC Global Ambassadors of Musical Diversity, SULTANS OF STRING, will shine a light on the Plight of Refugees…

  • The Voice of The Moody Blues JUSTIN HAYWARD Announces Tour

    Having chalked up over fifty years at the peak of the music and entertainment industry, Justin Hayward’s voice has been heard the world over.  Known principally as the vocalist, lead guitarist and composer for the Moody Blues, his is an enduring talent that has helped to define the times in which he worked. Over the years…

  • Singer-Songwriter Harry Hannah Tells The Story Of True Love On “Orion and Alya”

    “Orion and Alya” YouTube and Spotify Website True love can be a very powerful thing. It can make you feel complete, and provide you with purpose and strength. It’s something that you can’t let go of when you have it, and Harry Hannah certainly shows why on his latest single called, “Orion and Alya” – available now. Even…

  • Electro-Shoegazers Jo Ryder Release Single “Fictional Dreamer”

    “Fictional Dreamer” YouTube and Spotify Website Nostalgic cityscapes and urban grit inform “Fictional Dreamer,” the single from Toronto electro-shoegazers Jo Ryder.  An audio-visual project that began when two friends were reminiscing about Toronto’s DIY music scene circa 2009, Jo Ryder is the duo of Lauralee Sheehan and Owen Norquay, two unique artists with interdisciplinary minds: Sheehan is an…

  • Opening Night Gala for the 2023 Mosaic International South Asian Film Festival (MISAFF)-Thurs.,March 23rd,2023

    By Alex Lam Canada’s leading South Asian Film Festival, MISAFF, celebrates its monumental 10th edition this March 23rd – March 26th, continuing its mission to feature and spotlight new voices in South Asian cinema.The festival will make its homecoming back at the Mississauga Living Arts Centre and the Cineplex Square One Cinemas showcasing 40 films,…

  • Fashion Art Toronto returns with biggest event ever for Spring 2023; tickets on sale now!

    Showcasing collections from 50 designers, including  Narces, Lesley Hampton, Evan Biddell and L’Uomo Strano Fashion Playground to feature art installations, Fashion & Beauty boutique, Fashion Cinema and a 1664 Blanc Bar and Blue Hour Lounge Toronto’s longest running multi-arts fashion week Fashion Art Toronto is taking over 20,000 square foot industrial warehouse Black Creek Assembly (131 McCormack St.,…

  • Folk and Roots Artist Ray Lemelin Releases Dark/Out of Phase

    “Really Isn’t Just About Me” YouTube and Spotify Bandcamp There are some things in music that all the technological advancements can’t recreate. And live recording an entire album is something from the past that Calgary roots artist Ray Lemelin embraced on his new release Dark/Out of Phase.  Lemelin’s new album is a laidback exploration of love and life…

  • Country Artist Jessica Sole To Release New EP Hometown Cliché on April 21st

    Artist  Jessica Sole is excited to release her forthcoming sophomore EP, Hometown Cliché on April 21st via all streaming platforms. Hometown Cliché was recorded at Nashville’s legendary Blackbird Studio alongside award-winning producer Shawn Moore and world renowned audio engineer John McBride. “This EP features some of the best music I’ve ever worked on, and I’m so excited to finally put it out into the world,” said Jessica Sole. “I hope that people…

  • Mr! Mouray Releases Beatles + Badfinger-Influenced “Cats Can’t Fly” From What’s The Stouray Album

    “Cats Can’t Fly” YouTube and Spotify Bandcamp Hooks and harmonies. Jangly guitars, groovy rhythms, and influences including the Beatles and Badfinger. No drama, no gimmicks. Just good people and good tunes. For Toronto’s Mr! Mouray, it’s all about making music with catchy melodies and a classic rock-and-roll spirit and doing it on their own terms. Bandleader Simon Bedford-James formed…

  • Nigerian-Born, Edmonton-Based Singer Osasioo Oozes Comfort In New Single “Home”

    MP3s, WAVs, Photos, Bio and All Assets Here “Home” YouTube and Spotify Instagram Sometimes, the grind of everyday life can be overwhelming. When that happens, almost everyone has a place, thing, or person they turn to for a sense of comfort and peace.  Nigerian-born, Edmonton based pop singer Osasioo conveys this yearning for comfort in his new single, “Home”.…

  • Arctic Music Conference and Arctic Music Awards Lineup Released: Susan Aglukark, Twin Flames and More!

    Arctic Music Conference and Arctic Music Awards Lineup Released: Susan Aglukark, Twin Flames and More! Only a few more days until the first-ever Arctic Music Conference and Arctic Music Awards! These online events are created to celebrate and support artists, music industry professionals, and other participants from the Arctic region. The Keynote Speaker for the…

  • Don’t Miss Out On Niagara Falls-Based James Blonde’s New Single “FOMO” And Their 2023 Tour Dates

    MP3s, WAVs, Photos, Bio and All Assets Here “FOMO” YouTube and Spotify Website You’ll never know what’s out there unless you go and see for yourself. One thing is for certain…you do not want to miss out on James Blonde’s newly released single “FOMO” and the first batch of tour dates announced for 2023, including stops in Toronto, Kingston,…

  • Wrené Nova’s “Deflect, Dissolve” Explores the Pain of Heartache in Brooding Anti-Pop Ballad

    “Deflect, Dissolve” YouTube and Spotify Website Wrené Nova’s latest “Deflect, Dissolve” is an anti-pop single weaving experimental electronica, ambient, and avant-garde elements through a haunting four-minute ballad that explores the pain of heartache and disconnection. The single also reinforces the concept of her forthcoming album Metamorphosis which will be a sonic exploration through the process of change and the perspective…

  • Pivotal Moments Media Hosts Launch Event for Recovery Through Sports at The Bungalow Santa Monica-Tues.,March 21st,2023

    Pivotal Moments Media Hosts Launch Event for Recovery Through Sports at The Bungalow Santa Monica  Multi-Day Charity Takeover of Santa Barbara Sports Facilities in Fall 2023 To Raise Donations, Awareness for Sports-Related Health and Wellness Charities Pioneering new media company Pivotal Moments Media (PMM) hosted a sumptuous launch party Monday night at the elegant seaside venue Bungalow Santa Monica…

  • MAGICAL MARCH BREAK WITH TORONTO COMICON-March, 17th-19th,2023@M.T.C.C.

    By Nicolas Chan&BKONTHESCENE Toronto Comicon, presented by FAN EXPO Canada, was back with everything fans love including celebrity guests, comic creators, collectibles merchants, cosplay, and more! Taking place at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, North Building from March 17-19th 2023. The annual pop culture convention celebrates all things comics, sci-fi, fantasy, and animation for three days of non-stop programming for fans…