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  • Day #7 Of TIFF – Movie Reviews,Red Carpet And Events-Wed., Sept.11th, 2024

    By The BKONTHESCENE crew Piece by Piece –  Pharrell Williams  @Lightbox Cinema Singer and producer Pharrell Williams’ life is told through LEGO pieces in this animated feature debut from director Morgan Neville. Wonderful bonus to the fantastic music is that it features voices of Gwen Stefani, Kendrick Lamar and Jay-Z. Retelling Pharrell Williams’ successful career with…

  • Day #8 Of TIFF-Red Carpet, Movie Reviews & Events – Thurs., Sept. 12th, 2024

    By The BKONTHESCENE crew We started the day to view K-Pops, Anderson Paak’s feature directorial debut. Paak also played the title role of BJ, a character within a character – BJ really wanted a career in music for years, his adequate drumming skills gains him a spot with a house band on a K-pop competition…

  • 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…

  • Sonia Boyce: Feeling Her Way @The Art Gallery Of Ontario – AGO-Wed.,Sept.18th,2024

    By Sally Warburton British artist Dame Sonia Boyce makes her Canadian debut in Toronto at the Art Gallery of Ontario – AGO this week. The installation combines video, collage, music and sculpture. Boyce is the recipient of the prestigious Golden Lion prize at the 2022 Venice Biennale. Media had the opportunity to hear her speak…

  • Sabaton & Judas Priest @Falls View Casino’s OLG Stage-Sat.,September 14, 2024

    By Wayne Baggs Judas Priest’s concert at Falls View Casino’s OLG Stage on September 14, 2024, as part of their Invincible Shield tour, garnered high praise from attendees. The heavy metal legends delivered a powerful and dynamic show, with an intensity that hasn’t waned since their early days. Frontman Rob Halford’s operatic vocals were in…

  • The Kings Still Reign: Canadian Rock Legends Defy ‘One-Hit Wonder’ Label as ‘Nowhere to Go But Gone’ Climbs U.S. Charts

    “Nowhere To Go But Gone” YouTubeand Spotify Website Forty-four years ago, they declared The Kings Are Here. Now Canada’s cherished rock legends are specifying exactly where “here” is: on the charts and rising. This week, The Kings’ ridiculously compelling “Nowhere to Go But Gone” climbs to #42 on the Mediabase CHR Activator list—a nigh-on-miraculous showing for a Canadian…

  • CNE Summer Of 2024- Canadian National Exhibition Toronto

    CNE – Canadian National Exhibition Toronto By Sally Warburton It’s August! And you know what that means … the CNE, Toronto biggest and longest running fair will be starting soon!  Running from August 15 to September 1, 2025, the CNE is one of Toronto’s most iconic annual attractions. Whether you come for the wild food…

  • The Toronto International Film Festival is back after two years of a subdued festival. Making its return is Cinema Center,

    The Toronto International Film Festival is back after two years of a subdued festival. Making its return is Cinema Center, hosting the after parties and press junkets (sponsored by poppi) for movies such as:  “DANIELA FOREVER” starring Henry Golding (Crazy Rich Asians), Beatrice Grannò (White Lotus) and Director, Nacho Vigalondo (Colossal, TIFF ’16) plus other talent to be announced  “SHARP CORNER” featuring stars…

  • FanExpo 2024 @M.T.C.C.-Thurs.,Aug. 22nd-Sun.,Aug.25th,2024

    FanExpo, Canada’s premiere convention for genre entertainment fanfare, celebrated its anniversary of 28 spectacular FanExpo full of fun for all. From Thursday to Sunday the Metro Convention Centre was packed wall to wall  with fans, both local and visitors from all corners, came together to celebrate their love of all things sci-fi and fantasy; from…

  • 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…

  • 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,…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • “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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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,…

  • 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…