Category: Music
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Lee Lifeson Art Park in Willowdale honours Canadian rock band Rush(Sat.,Sept.17th,2016)
It was a grey, rainy and gloomy day but the park was filled with adoring fans and packed with media. Mayor John Tory presented Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson with the keysto the city The 7,000 sq. metre park, at 45 Princess Ave., included an intimate amphitheatre, stage and art installations with a musical theme. It…
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Canadian National Exhibition@Toronto Lakefront(Aug.19th-Sept.5th, 2016)
It was the 138th edition of The CNE. Guest were welcomed to the opening ceremony with a Parade Procession which included:Toronto Police Mounted Unit and a Youth Guard. Chef Michael Smith, CNE General Manager Virginia Ludy and President of the CNE Brian Ashton all stepped up to the podium to welcome the guest who attended…
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“The End Tour”-Black Sabbath@Molson Amphitheatre(Mon.,Aug.29th,2016)
This is really “The End” for the iconic British Metal musicians “Black Sabbath”! Yes it may not feel the same without original drummer Bill Ward, but Ozzy, Geezer, Tony and replacement drummer Tommy Clufetos played for two and half hours for the sold out crowd by the lakefront of The Molson Amphitheatre and believe me…
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Korn and Rob Zombie@Molson Amphitheatre (Tues.,Aug.23rd,2016)
It was the Dreaded combo of Korn and Rob Zombie who brought their co-headlined tour “Night of the Dreads” to Toronto. These two rock veterans have decades on their musical resume. The tour was supporting Rob Zombie’s recent release “The Electric Warlock Acid Witch Satanic Orgy Celebration Dispenser” and a segue for Korn’s upcoming album…
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Toronto Beer Festival@The Bandshell Park, C.N.E.(July 22nd-24th,2016)
By BK on the SCENE We were invited to attend the official unveiling ceremony of “Sample Sweden” at The Toronto’s Festival of Beer at The Bandshell Park, C.N.E. This was a preview and took place prior to the public access to the festival. The Swedish-Canadian Chamber of Commerce mingling with the patrons, Six Swedish breweries…
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Slipknot, Marilyn Manson+ Of Mice & Men@The Air Canada Centre(Tuesday, July 19, 2016)
By BK on the SCENE Slipknot yearly appearance in Toronto didn’t lessen the quality of their concert or lessen the attendance for the “Maggots”(the name for their dedicated fans)at the ACC during the summer concert season. When they took the stage the crowd went wild, especially the general admission crowd who moshed, danced and slammed…
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Toronto’s Festival Of Beer@Bandshell Park, Exhibition Place(July 22nd,23rd+24th,2016)
http://beerfestival.ca/ We Hope to see everyone on Friday +/or Sunday!Saturday is totally “SOLD OUT”! 7 Reasons to attend this year’s Toronto’s Festival Of Beer! 1) House Of Pain(To Kick Off The Opening Day!) Legendary Hip Hop artists House Of Pain are known to be incredible live. This is your chance to see Everlast, Danny Boy…
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TD Toronto Jazz Festival(June 24th-July 3rd,2016)Wynton Marsalis,Gregory Porter, Molly Johnson,Michael Franti&Spearhead+Joe Jackson
By Bill Kwan It was the 30th Anniversary of The Toronto Jazz Festival and we were privileged to attend “Jazz At Lincoln Center Orchestra” with Wynton Marsalis and his band at the beautiful Koerner Hall in downtown Toronto. It was a busy day and we really enjoyed the amazing band and Wynton’s showmanship. Wynton Marsalis…
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UPCOMING…. TD TORONTO JAZZ FESTIVAL JUNE 24 – JULY 3, 2016
The 30th annual TD Toronto Jazz Festival brings a stellar line up June 24 to July 3rd! Whatever flavour of jazz you enjoy, find it at the TD Toronto Jazz Festival this summer, as more than 1,500 musicians perform in over 350 concerts. Discover a new artist, explore different genres and attend a live concert surrounded…
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Canadian Music Week 2016(CMW2016)@Toronto(May2nd-8th,2016
Canadian Music Week now in it’s 34th year is recognized as one of the premiere entertainment events in North America focusing on the business of music. The Canadian Music Week festival ran for 7 nights of performances, with hundreds of showcasing bands at more than 40 live music venues in downtown Toronto. All convention functions…
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Operation Mindcrime@The Rockpile(Sat.,April 09th,2016)
Since the early 80’s, Geoff Tate has been synonymous as the voice and front man for the progressive Seattle Rock Band Queensryche . Unfortunate circumstances has forced two versions of the band for the last few years. One version carrying on without original singer Geoff Tate and this version called Operation Mindcrime featuring the legendary front…
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UPCOMING: Canadian Music Week (CMW) May 2-8, 2016
Now in it’s 34th year, Canadian Music Week is recognized as one of the premiere entertainment events in North America focusing on the business of music. The Canadian Music Week festival spans 7 nights of performances, with hundreds of showcasing bands at more than 40 live music venues in downtown Toronto. Canadian Music Week (CMW) is…
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Jenice J. Heo@Andrew Richards -Neil Young Series-Opening Night@Struck Contemporary(Turs.,Nov.5th,2015)
It was the grand opening of the Jenice J. Heo “Neil Young Series of art. This was part two of the “Struck Contemporary”series that showcased some amazing art such as Andy Warhol’s original artwork. The invited guest were treated to great hospitality which included:delicious appetizers, creative desserts and an open bar. Two art work that…
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Kings Of Chaos@Casino Rama(Fri.,Oct.30th,2015)
By Scott Hughes Could this be another Supergroup that could last longer than one tour or one tour? With a rotating line up of musicians that featured: Sabastian Bach, Duff McKagan, Gilbey Clarke, Robin Zander, Matt Sorum and Steve Stevens. Well they hit the stage with singers: Robin Zander of Cheap Trick fame and Sabastian…
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Paul McCartney”Out There Tour 2015″@ACC(Sat.,Oct.17th,2015)
Sir Paul McCartney is probably the most decorated,influential, well known, and well respected musicians of all time. His live show as well as his catalog of music showcases his fifty plus years as a icon in the “pop culture” and a musical wizard of the many generations of fans. The concert was a 3 hours…
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Madonna-“Rebel Heart Tour 2015″@A.C.C.(Mon.,Oct.5th,2015)
A Monday night and one of the most iconic pop stars is in concert. And at 57, Madonna Ciccone is still a “Rebel Heart”. Were the boundaries and the envelops pushed as it use to be back when a younger Madonna “Justified My Love?” She is still young at heart, physically intense, highly theatrical as…
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THE GENTLEMEN’S EXPO @MTCC (Sep 25-27, 2015)
With over 100,000 square feet of the “best brands and experiences” to be assembled, The Gentlemen’s Expo was well attended by any who were interested in fashion, technology, music, sports, cars, alcohol, grooming, food, entrepreneurship, gaming, to DIY. Some notables include “grooming authority” SLICK LORD, craft brewery Double Trouble Brewery, beard grooming products Beards and Beavers,…
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Scorpions 50th Anniversary World Tour@Molson Amphitheatre(Fri.,Sept.18th,2015)
It was the 50th Anniversary for the German based Rockers called Scorpions! Opening up was Seattle progressive rock band Queensryche. Unfortunately lead singer and founding member Geoff Tate is no longer in the band. We hope to see Geoff Tate’s new band Operation Mind Crime in town soon! Saying that we decided to forego this…
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C.N.E. 2015 Concert Series-Foghat,Big Bad Voodoo Daddy+Monster Truck@Bandshell(Aug.21st-Sept.7th,2015)
Yes it’s the C.N.E. 2015 Concert Series and I was wondering if they could top last year’s concerts? Well the promoters sure did in a big way! We started it off with “America” on opening day (Feel free to read our review). Here is some of the concerts we attended. I’m feeling nostalgic when…
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