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  • The 12th annual Stagecoach Festival returns Friday, April 27th through Sunday, April 29th to Indio, California’s Empire Polo Club with Guy Fieri who is bringing the nation’s finest BBQ pit bosses over there!

    Guy Fieri is bringing the nation’s finest BBQ pit bosses to the biggest country music event ever staged. The 12th annual Stagecoach Festival returns Friday, April 27th through Sunday, April 29th to Indio, California’s Empire Polo Club with an extraordinary epicurean upgrade! Think dazzling sauces and savory rubs! Guy Fieri is bringing the 40,000 square-foot…

  • “RUMOURS”-THE CONCERT@The Coal Mine Theatre-Wed.,Feb.7Th,2018

    By Sari Colt Back in 1977, the legendary rock band, Fleetwood Mac, released one of the best-selling albums of all time, “Rumours”. The album has sold over 40 million copies and is known for the top charting singles “Go Your Own Way”, “ Dreams”, “Don’t Stop” and “You Make Loving Fun”. “Rumours” is an album…

  • Welcome Christmas! Orpheus Choir of Toronto, Friday December 15th, 2017!

    by Sorin Simniceanu More than 50 years ago, Toronto organist and conductor John Sidwick’s vision of creating a choral organization which stood the test of time has materialized under Artistic Director Robert Cooper. Currently, the Orpheus Choir is looked at as one of the pre-eminent and most dynamic choral groups in the country. The Orpheus…

  • ChAnGeR-Proposes he be the “Game-Changer!”

    If hip-hop is a game, Hamilton-based hip hop artist ChAnGeR proposes he be the game-changer. Nominated for three 2017 Hip-Hop awards in the Beat Producer, Compilation and Single of the Year categories, ChAnGeR brings to the table a new sound and point of view. Once a single father at the age of 17, ChAnGeR writes…

  • Luckystickz celebrates his new release November 28 at Lula Lounge (Toronto ON) before ringing in the new year December 31 at the Hamilton Convention Centre (Hamilton ON). STEEL PAN SAVANT & MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER LUCKYSTICKZ SETS FORTH ON EVERY DAY BATTLE — AVAILABLE NOW!

    Percussionists are born with a passion and rhythm so key to their being, and Canadian singer, songwriter, steel pan aficionado, and motivational speaker Luckystickz is absolutely no exception to this rule. Dejehan Hamilton as Luckystickz is an awesome interview; between his experience at Boston’s alumni-heavyweight Berklee College of Music as the very first Canadian steel…

  • Emily Saliers of Indigo Girls debut album-“Murmuration Nation”

    Thirty years into one of the most storied careers in popular music,  Ind “What’s a 53 year old woman doing making her first solo record?” muses Saliers, best known as one half of the iconic duo Indigo Girls. “What compels someone like me to follow this strong attachment to rhythmic music?” See Emily Saliers at…

  • JOSH SAHUNTA CREATES PURPOSEFUL DISSONANCE IN NEW RELEASE EDMONTON ARTIST WEAVES SOUND & TALE ON NEW RECORD — AVAILABLE NOW!

    Edmonton-based Josh Sahunta off his recent release, Dissonance — available now. This video speaks volumes to Josh’s incredibly artistic eye; it’s one to see. An intriguing thriller backing “Sing Me to Life,” you’ll be drawn in by the trifecta that is Josh’s richly talented songwriting, sound, and art direction. Telling the story of a man…

  • 7th Annual Great Jewellery Heist@Ritz-Carlton Hotel-Friday, October 27, 2017

    By Kimberly Samnang The 7th Annual Great Jewellery Heist took place at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in support of Bridgepoint Active Healthcare, part of Sinai Health System. The Great Jewellery Heist featured a gourmet lunch and exclusive silent and live auctions featuring fine jewels, pieces from luxury brands, vintage estate jewellery and one-of-a-kind designer pieces at…

  • Guns N’ Roses@A.C.C.-Sun.,Oct.29th,2017

    Staring in 1985, Guns N’ Roses paid no apology to their attitude into the Los Angeles rock scene. The spirit went on to captivate the entire world with the release of their 1987 debut Appetite for Destruction – the best-selling U.S. debut ever, moving 30 million copies globally. GNR returned to Toronto for a 30+…

  • CAROL WELSMAN IS BACK WITH SOMETHING JUST ‘FOR YOU’ HER FIRST CROWD-SOURCED RELEASE

    6-TIME JUNO NOMINEE CAROL WELSMAN IS BACK WITH SOMETHING JUST ‘FOR YOU’ HER FIRST CROWD-SOURCED RELEASE In what became a direct and engaged conversation with her fans, internationally acclaimed jazz pianist and vocalist Carol Welsman leveraged the unique power of social media and her tight-knit community to crowd-source what songs are included in her newest…

  • Ori Dagan Awarded Silver Medal Win in Global Music Awards

    From Eric Alper Wanted to drop a note and share how thrilled we are to announce Toronto jazz singer songwriter Ori Dagan’s recent silver medal win for “Outstanding Achievement” in the Best Album category at the recent Global Music Awards! This is just the latest news for Dagan as he works away at his mission……

  • b.d. Gottfried’s recent release, “Through The Dog’s Eyes”

    b.d. Gottfried’s recent release, “Through The Dog’s Eyes” — out this past summer — for potential consideration in any upcoming year-end reviews, lists, or compilations. “I’ve played in empty bars. I’ve played to crowds of 50,000. I’ve played with rock royalty, and played with others that should have been. I’ve played with the Devil,” says…

  • Alice Cooper & Deep Purple@The Budweiser Theatre-Sat.,Sept 2nd,2017

    When Deep Purple played at the Budweiser Theatre, it was a testament to greatness. The English rock band was founded in 1968 and are spoken in the same breath of Rock Royalty in the company of other venerable bands such as Led Zepplin, The Who and Black Sabbath. Recognition was finally bestowed to band, as…

  • Music Under The City Stars @ Casa Loma-Wed., Aug. 2nd, 2017

    Photography by AJ Lam and BKonthescene. Canada’s Walk of Fame hosted its Music Under the City Stars Fundraiser, raising $350,000 while bringing together great Canadian artists and their hits. The CWF Gala was presented by Walter and Maria Schneider, Jeffrey Latimer Entertainment and Liberty Entertainment Group who gathered some of Canada’s most talented singer-songwriters and…

  • Honey Jam Launch with Special guest LeToya Luckett@TD Centre-Thurs., July 25, 2017

    By Kimberly Samnang On Tuesday, July 25 at the TD Tower, Honey Jam hosted a reception sponsored by TD to celebrate their 22nd anniversary and introduced the lineup for the 2017 Concert! Hailing from Montreal, Toronto, Thunder Bay, Brampton, Vancouver and Nova Scotia, the artists were announced at the official launch and press conference. Canada’s…

  • The 50th Annual Carnival 2017 Gala @Liberty Grand-Fri., July 28th, 2017

    Carnival Toronto swept the city this year for the 50th Anniversary of the Caribbean Festival, and what a way to celebrate the festivities with a “big time gala!” Last year, there wasn’t a formal gala and we were excited that the event returned just in time for the 50th anniversary. The celebration was in full…

  • Metallica@Rogers Centre-Sun.,July 16th,2017

    Metallica played to a sold out crowd in Toronto, one of the many stops of their world tour to promote the new material from Hardwired… To Self-Destruct. This album is a combination of earth-shaking, scorching rhythms as delivered by the rhythm section of bass player Robert Trujillo and drummer Lars Ulrich. Guitarists, Kirk Hammett and…

  • Iron Maiden-Book Of Souls Tour-Sat.,July 15th,2017

    The world tour continued for Iron Maiden and it returned to North American and Toronto once again in support of their latest record The Book of Souls. Following a five year hiatus, during which lead singer Bruce Dickinson underwent treatment for tongue cancer, the heavy metal icons returned stronger than ever with a huge double…

  • Toronto Festival of Beer @ Bandshell Park, CNE (July 28-30)

    Photos provided by Intelivents. Toronto’s Festival of Beer, presented by the Beer Store is proud to announce a culinary experience like no other. The festival will welcome an outstanding roster of Chefs and restaurants that are leading the way in Toronto’s thriving food scene. Patrons are invited to #TasteTFOB on July 28 to 30 at Bandshell Park, in Exhibition Place and should act fast because tickets…

  • Hiromi Duet: Featuring Edmar Castaneda@Koerner Hall-Wed.,June 28th,2017

    Hiromi is well known for her technique and high-energy performances, the pianist style of musicianship is unprecedented. Her level of complexity and creativity is original and the composer who turns her music into an experience , Hiromi is one of jazz piano’s most unique virtuosic players capable of playing stride with speed and amazing accuracy.…