Category: Concert
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Lori Yates Bids Farewell to Grief with Heartfelt New Single “3 Sisters”
“3 Sisters” YouTube and Spotify Website Normally, when an artist writes a song about the sudden and unexpected death of her mother and titles it “3 Sisters,” you can logically assume she’s paying tribute to the brave, bereaved children who have been left behind. But Canadian roots icon Lori Yates is up to something more personal and metaphorical…
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Indigenous Country Star Jason Benoit Leaves Fans Smiling With “1000 Mile Grin”
“1000 Mile Grin” YouTube and Spotify Website When musicians leave their hometown for bigger musical hubs like Austin or Nashville, it can be a double-edged sword. One obvious drawback is sacrificing being with family and friends for a chance at stardom. Some leave jaded and hurt, often with a 1000-yard stare from the experience. But for Indigenous Newfoundland…
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Mariposa Folk Festival @Tudhope Park-July5th-7th,2024
By Wayne Baggs Mariposa Folk Festival 2024 was an unforgettable celebration of music, community, and culture. Held on the scenic grounds of Tudhope Park on the shores of Lake Couchiching in Orillia Ontario, the festival spanned three sun-soaked days from July 5-7, drawing thousands of enthusiastic attendees. The diverse lineup showcased an impressive array of…
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Amanda Marshall & Colin James @The Budweiser Stage-Fri.,July 12th,2024
Amanda Marshall & Colin James performed to an ecstatic crowd on July 12th at the Budweiser Stage in Toronto. It was pouring rain but that didn’t stop fans from enjoying this incredible show for one minute! Colin James wowed the audience with his unique flavour of Canadian blues rock, backed by a great band his…
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Bif Naked Returns with ‘Champion’: Her First Studio Album In 15 Years
“Champion” – YouTube Spotify I Facebook I Instagram I Website I Merch Store “Sharing CHAMPION serves as a reminder that we can all emerge as champions and rise to our own personal greatness no matter our circumstances and overcome any obstacle, defying all odds. You are all Champions. We have previously released three songs from this album (Jim, Broke into Your Car, and…
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Big Shiny Tunes @The Bowl Of Sobeys Stadium-York University-Sat.,July 6th,2024
Photography By SV Photography & Franklin Lau The retro Big Shiny live performance occurred on Saturday July 6th @The Bowl of Sobeys Stadium. It was a trip down memory lane with Much Music’collection of iconic Big Shiny Tunes CDs, this event featured Canadian iconic bands: The Tea Party, Headstones, I Mother Earth, Treble Charger, and…
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TD Jazz Festival 2024 Part 3
By Wayne Baggs/BKONTHESCENE Final overall take on TD Jazz 2024 – The TD Toronto Jazz Festival of 2024, was a magnificent display of jazz music and culture. With over 500 artists taking the stage, the festival provided an excellent platform for showcasing both local and international talent. The festival atmosphere was vibrant, with music lovers…
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Son of James Capture The Soulful Sounds of Chinatown on Driving, Rolling, Careening “Come On”
“Come On” Spotify Website Son of James’ new single “Come On” is oh so careening and funky that you’d have a hard time believing what’s making that gritty, swaggering sound is a delicate Chinese instrument. Especially with bandleader Shon Wong’s whiskey-soaked commands to “Come on!” harkening back to James Brown’s “Get on up!” But when you listen…
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TD Toronto Jazz Festival-Part 2-Sun.,June 23rd,2024
By Wayne Baggs Day 2 – June 23rd – Today was a whirlwind of amazing performances at the TD Toronto Jazz Festival! The Village Stage was bustling with energy and excitement. The atmosphere was electric as people gathered under the summer sky, ready for a day filled with fantastic music. My first music experience of…
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Symphony in the Gardens: Rock Symphony with Justin Di Donato and Cleopatra Williams @Casa Loma-Monday, June 24th,2024
We had the pleasure to attend the performance of Justin Di Donato and Cleopatra Williams for an evening of Rock and Roll with the Maestro and the orchestra for that amazing symphony sound belting out the best from Elton John, The Beatles, Lady Gaga, Led Zeppelin and more. Monday evenings in the summer, Casa Loma…
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Christone “Kingfish” Ingram at The Opera House – Canada Music Week-June 2024
By Wayne Baggs If the blues had a heartbeat in Toronto last night, it was pounding through the walls of The Opera House. Christone “Kingfish” Ingram delivered a masterclass in soul-drenched guitar and raw emotion as part of Canada Music Week 2024. From the moment he stepped on stage, the energy was electric—like the spirit…
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TD Jazz Festival 2024-Part One-Sat.,June 22nd,2024
By Wayne Baggs/BKONTHESCENE The first day of The TD Toronto Jazz Festival was absolutely beautiful. The weather was exceptionally lovely. The stages were set up in a way that was perfect for walking and provided ample shade. The Main Stage showcased multiple Local High School Jazz bands, preserving the music’s vitality. Denielle Bassel, Brock Stonefish,…
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WORLD ON A STRING: NUEVO FLAMENCO GUITAR STAR JESSE COOK RETURNS TO CANADA IN 2025 WITH 15-DATE ‘IN CONCERT’ TOUR
Website Spotify Apple Music YouTube Facebook Instagram TikTok Tickets On Sale Now Here Feb. 27 – Empire Theatre, Belleville, ON Feb. 28 – Massey Hall, Toronto, ON March 1 – Centre in the Square, Kitchener, ON March 2 – National Arts Centre, Ottawa, ON April 12 – The Centre in Vancouver for Performing Arts, Vancouver, BC April 13 – Chilliwack Cultural Centre, Chilliwack, BC April 14 – Vernon…
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TD-Toronto Jazz Festival-Fri.,June 21, -Sun.,June 30, 2024
Get Your tickets for the amazing live music! Serving the Jazz Community Since 1987 What began in 1987 as an eight day showcase of jazz now attracts in excess of 500,000 loyal patrons annually over 10 days as more than 1,500 musicians entertain all across the city. The Festival has become a destination event, not just…
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Mariposa 2024 Lineup Announcement: Old Crow Medicine Show, Bahamas, Band of Horses, Noah Cyrus, William Prince, Bruce Cockburn, Amigo The Devil, Donovan Woods, Dwayne Gretzky,Jesse Cook, Joseph, Maestro Fresh Wes,Modern Biology, The Secret Sisters, and More
Tickets for Mariposa are on sale via the festival website. The Mariposa Folk Festival returns July 5 to 7 to Tudhope Park in Orillia with a lineup that includes Old Crow Medicine Show, Bahamas, Band of Horses, Noah Cyrus, William Prince, Amigo The Devil, Donovan Woods, Dwayne Gretzky, Jesse Cook, Joseph, Maestro Fresh Wes, Modern Biology,…
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Midge Ure Of Ultravox Fame Adds Toronto &Vancouver Dates To North American Tour
Midge Ure adds more dates to his late summer North American tour that will kick off at Daryl’s house in Pawling, NY on August 7. The gigs dubbed ‘Band In A Box’ will take Midge across North America and back, wrapping up in Ft. Lauderdale on September 12 including August 16at Toronto’s El Mocambo and August 23 at Vancouver’s Rickshaw Theatre. Midge talks about the tour:…
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The Sunset Concerts Premieres-Tues.,June 11,2024 @CasaLoma Featuring-Jully Black
By Wayne Baggs Jully Black’s performance at Casa Loma’s Sunset Concert series was nothing short of spectacular. Starting off this evening featured special performances by alumni of Canada’s Walk of Fame RBC Emerging Musician Program. Tonight it was J3M. Against the stunning backdrop of the historic castle, Black delivered an electrifying show that captivated the…
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Wang Chung @El Mocombo- Tues.,June 11th,2024
By Wayne Baggs Wang Chung’s performance at The El Mocambo on June 11th, 2024, was a nostalgic journey infused with vibrant energy and seasoned musicianship. Taking the stage with an infectious enthusiasm, the band transported the audience back to the vibrant era of the ’80s with their iconic hits and contemporary flair. From the moment…
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Part One-Canadian Music Week Conference-Walk Off the Earth, Dallas Smith, Charlotte Day Wilson, Kingfish Killy &CMW Music Live Music Awards With-Deadmau5-Toronto-June 2024
By Sally Warburton The 42nd edition of Canadian Music Week took place at the Westin Harbour Castle Hotel conference rooms in Toronto. The 3 day CMW conference took place alongside Radiodays 2024 North America. Live music has become a major part of the music economy. This year’s 7 day CMW music festival included artists such…
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Canada’s Walk of Fame @Casa Loma-THE SUNSET CONCERT-Tues.,June 11th,2024
By Sally Warburton Canada’s Walk of Fame and Casa Loma, in partnership with Seeing Red Media, presented THE SUNSET CONCERTS, on Tuesdays each week this super summer music series featuring 12 nights of amazing performances and special guest appearances. Every Tuesday throughout the season in the beautiful setting of Toronto’s iconic Casa Loma. Starting the…
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