Category: Music
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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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CMW(Canadian Music Week)PART 2
By Wayne Baggs Anticipation of Christone “Kingfish” Ingram’s performance at The Opera House was high for my friends and me. This was a great start to my week of covering CMW. The four of us, two of whom were fellow photographers and one a longtime concert bud, have attended many shows together. We all agreed…
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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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Pop Rising Artist Sydney <3 Explores Social Anxiety In “Anywhere But Here”
“Anywhere But Here” YouTube and Spotify Instagram and TikTok Certainly, the impulse to flee uncomfortable social situations is a universal experience. However, for Toronto artist Sydney ❤ and countless others, these episodes keep kicking in repeatedly without an apparent reason. This time, social anxiety has been an inspiration for the talented K-Pop artist, infusing “Anywhere But Here” with raw emotion.…
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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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Vancouver Hard Rockers THE MIGHTY ONE Reimagines The Power Ballad For The Age Of Social Awareness
“Kickin’ Stones” YouTube and Spotify Website In their third album, “The Torch of Rock and Roll”, The Mighty One has chosen to go full tilt at the fragility and vulnerabilities we try to hide from all but a select few. The 5th single from this album “Kickin’ Stones,” out now, is a haunting tribute to Jeff Worobec, a dear…
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Indie Rockers The Petras Announce New Single ‘Sapphire’ And A Pregnancy
“Sapphire” Spotify Website The Petras’ “Sapphire,” set the stage for what’s to come from this fresh all-women band out of Kingston, Ontario. “Sapphire” is a rousing indie rock banger that invites listeners to embrace their unique and wonderful selves that invokes the band’s inspirations: The Runaways and The Beaches. Says The Petras vocalist Brielle LeBlanc, “We…
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Canadian Punk Legend Gene Champagne Flies High On Debut Solo Record ‘Let’s Jet!’
“Let’s Jet” YouTube and Spotify Website June 14, 2024: THE BOVINE, TORONTO June 15, 2024: PALASAD SOCIAL BOWL, LONDON June 29, 2024: THE CORKTOWN, HAMILTON Pop that cork and raise a toast! Beloved Canadian punk drummer Gene Champagne is stepping out from behind the kit for his long-awaited first solo EP, Let’s Jet! A fan favorite after decades of…
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Harriet Chung’s Releases Heartfelt Anthem of Love “Hold Me Tight”
“Hold Me Tight” YouTube and Spotify Website In the realm of music, there are songs that transcend mere melodies and lyrics, touching the very soul with their heartfelt resonance. “Hold Me Tight,” the latest release from the talented artist Harriet Chung, stands as a shining example of such a song—a poignant anthem of love and security that captivates…
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Winners Announced for Canadian Live Music Industry Awards
Canadian Music Weekand Canadian Live Music Association Announce Winners for the 2024 Live Music Industry AwardsPresented by Showpass, Powered by Aloompa London, Ontario Named Music City of the Year Canadian Music Week (CMW), in partnership with the Canadian Live Music Association (CLMA), are pleased to announce the winners for the Canadian Live Music Industry Awards (CLMI Awards), presented by Showpass and powered by…
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Visionary Musician Margaret Maria Champions Social Change Through Innovative Compositions and Performances
Spotify I YouTube I Website Margaret Maria, a visionary innovator, creator, music producer, composer, cellist, and educator, is on a mission to advocate for programs and initiatives that “change the world”, through her musical endeavours. Renowned for her innovative compositions and masterful cello performances, Margaret Maria is set to launch an event showcasing her talent for pushing the boundaries…
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Country Music Chef Laurie LeBlanc Has A Taste For Every Tongue With “The BBQ Dance”
“The BBQ Dance” YouTube and Spotify Website Summer’s here, and the time is right for dancing with some meat! Acadian country superstar Laurie LeBlanc is throwing on his apron and welcoming us all to the backyard to join him in “The BBQ Dance,” the all-English version of his paean to the immortal pleasures of a warm-weather pig-out. As…
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Arizona Americana Artist Gene Moran Channels Road Woes and Personal Struggles in New Single “In A Flash”
“In A Flash” YouTube and Spotify Website Country music was built on the backs of musicians who spent grueling hours on America’s endless highways between low-paying gigs, self-medicating in their downtime to deal with chronic pain, loneliness and boredom. It’s what Americana upstart Gene Moran has witnessed all too often from people in his life. He explores the…
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Chicago’s Sarantos Drops Thought-Provoking Single ‘Never Trust a Happy Song’
“Never Trust A Happy Song” – YouTube and Spotify Website Chicago-based independent artist Sarantos presents a new single, “Never Trust a Happy Song.” The anthemic, catchy song’s joyful tone belies its weighty message, with lyrics describing personal missteps, mistakes, and moments of isolation and abandonment. Sarantos ultimately prompts listeners to ask what lies beneath the smooth veneer—of a…
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Winterfolk Music Festival Announces First Performers-For 2024 Spring Festival
Tickets and Website Winterfolk Music Festival is proud to announce its inaugural Spring Edition event taking place on June 8th, 2024 at Toronto’s historic Redwood Theatre, 1300 Gerrard Street E. This special edition of the festival promises to be a celebration of local talent, culture, and community, showcasing the incredible diversity and creativity of Toronto’s music scene. For more…
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