Category: review
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THE 7TH ANNUAL MOONLIGHT GALA – A NIGHT UNDER THE STARS @McMICHAEL GALLERY – Sat., June 2nd, 2018
The seventh annual Moonlight Gala-A Night Under The Stars, returned on Saturday, June 2nd. As an extraordinary gala, it never disappoints and always “TOPS” the previous year! Proceeds from this annual event goes directly towards the preservation of over 6,000 works of art. The Moonlight Gala helps to ensure that the McMichael remains a place…
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30 Film Festival Accolades… Album debuted at #1… 300k Views…Toronto’s Ori Dagan Is Jazz’s Newest Star
“Let Yourself Go” at LulaWorld! w/ Alex Pangman + Natasha Powell Tuesday, June 5th @ Lula Lounge, Toronto AFME Filmmaker & VIP Lounge @ IBIZA Thursday, June 7th @ Albuquerque Film & Music Experience, Albuquerque Live at the Celebrity Club! Friday, June 15th @ PAL Celebrity Club, Toronto Ori Dagan & Nathan Hiltz: A Tribute…
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Italian National Day: Castello Italia at Casa Loma – Sun., June 3rd,2018
By Nicholas Chan and BK on the SCENE Historical Casa Loma was the location for this annual tradition, Toronto’s premiere heritage attraction, was transformed into an authentic Italian Piazza complete with art installations by Italian-Canadian artists to celebrate this yearly event. There was live entertainment featuring local and international artists, a culinary feast by Toronto’s…
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THE 4th ANNUAL DX DESIGN AUCTION@DESIGN EXCHANGE-Thurs.,May 24th,2018
THE FOURTH ANNUAL DX DESIGN AUCTION In support of design education, an evening featuring a live and silent auction of singular, spectacular, and limited edition furnishings, decorative objects, and bespoke design adventures. Co-chaired by Isabella Romano of Ohme, Erika Floysvik of Fia Interiors, and television personality Shai DeLuca-Tamasi of Shai DeLuca Interior Design, the DX…
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THE 21st ANNUAL BUTTERFLY BALL@FOUR SEASONS HOTEL-YORKVILLE-Thurs.,May 24th,2018
On Thursday we attended the 21st annual Butterfly Ball. The Honorary Chairs for this year were: Yannick Bisson(Murdoch Mysteries) & Shantelle Bisson Boost Child & Youth Advocacy Centre™ (Boost CYAC) and the funds raised at the 2018 Butterfly Ball® support the hundreds of children and teens that they assist each year. The committee is chaired…
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Long Distance Love Prevails in Omega The Poet’s “Down In The East”
Long Distance Love Prevails in Omega The Poet’s “Down In The East” The Charleston-Native’s Neo-Soul / alt. Rap Chill Track is Available Now! “Sounds so chill… I like the vibe and the beat too.” — Starkiwft Playlist “This is pretty cool… I dig the flow on this!” — PAUSER “Really cool lyrics and voice…” —…
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THE 5th ANNUAL 21C Music Festival May 23-27/2018 TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY MUSIC FESTIVAL@ROYAL CONSERVATORY-KOERNER HALL
21C is one of the most innovative performances by musicians bringing fresh new sounds and ideas to some of the most recognizable songs of the 21st Century, featuring 8 Concerts, 5 DAYS of music, plus 21+ Premieres! 21C Music Festival 2018 marked the festival’s 5th anniversary. We experienced some of the most original music in…
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Dee and the Grand Brothers have finally released their debut full-length collaborative album under Patiently Awaiting The Meteorite — CANYON DIABLO — available now!
Imagine a vintage Shelby Mustang — with a touch screen and USB port — and you’ve got Patiently Awaiting The Meteorite and their debut full-length release, CANYON DIABLO, available today. PATM is a long-awaited, much planned collaboration from veteran Canadian music makers Dee and the Grand Brothers, following some studio time, some songwriting time, and…
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The Spring Beer Festival @ Fort York Garrison-Sat.,May 19th-Sun.,May 20th,2018
The Spring Beer Festival was back to celebrate our love of the best known cold refreshment!. Rain didn’t dampen the spirits of the attendees this weekend. Taking place at Fort York Garrison on the May Two-Four weekend (May 19th and 20th), all the best known names in brewers were there offering a wide selection of…
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TASTEMASTERS @EVERGREEN BRICKWORKS – Sat., May 19th, 2018
With the Tastemasters taking place last weekend, what was my favourite item on the menu? The Cricket bars! Yes, delicious, packed with protein and minimal sugar. Also, the Pomengrande Ice Tea and specialty chocolates was a crowd favourite. Guests who purchased an “All-inclusive ticket” were able to sample away and enjoy from chefs, restaurants, wineries,…
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Purina Animal Hall of Fame – 2018 Inductees@TIFF Lightbox-Mon.,May 14th.2018
The Purina Animal Hall of Fame is the longest running Canadian pet recognition program of its kind. To date, 179 remarkable animals with outstanding lifesaving acts of animal courage and heroism have been inducted. This year, Purina was pleased to mark the 50th Anniversary of the Animal Hall of Fame by inducting four new heroic…
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Brooklyn-based Sophie Colette Continues “Pattern” of Prepossessing Pop Magic
“Sophie Colette is vulnerable, sweet, and honest in the way that is often lacking from so much pop music nowadays.” Like a tree with rings of age, the heart carries each love — and its loss — with it always. It’s with this very tangible experience in mind that Brooklyn indie-pop darling Sophie Colette presents…
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Canadian Music Week (CMW)@DOWNTOWN TORONTO-Mon., May 7th-Sun.,May 13th,2018
Canadian Music Week (CMW) announced the winners of the 21st Annual Canadian Radio Music Awards (CRMA), which took place on Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel. Hosted by K Trevor Wilson, the CRMA ceremony included performances by The Reklaws, New City, Romes, Felix Cartal, and River Town Saints. C93C76BF-CC91-4815-BC CMW_logo01…
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Kitty Bungalow’s CATstravaganza A Roaring Success-Saturday, April 21st,2018@The Montalban Theatre, Hollywood California
Photography by-Emma McIntyre of Getty Images IT’S A WRAP! Cat Lovers, Broadway Fans, and Hollywood Stars Raise Unprecedented Funds for Feline Friends Last night on Saturday, April 21stat the Montalban theatre in Hollywood, cat-Lovers, Broadway fans, and stars of two legs and four came out to support Kitty Bungalow’s musical CATstravaganza, Hamilton’s Cats. The…
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“Hot Box Girls”The Newest Release by Bif Naked
Bif Naked is a singer/songwriter, author, actor and humanitarian requiring little introduction… As a multi-platinum selling mainstay when it comes to the Canadian entertainment industry, Bif falls firmly under the ‘more, please!’ category. Today she bursts thru with her newest release, “Hot Box Girls”, an instantly addictive rollick of rock, both instantly recognizable as Bif’s,…
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”RAMPAGE”-Directed by Brad Peyton
Nobody asked for a movie adaptation of the cult 80s arcade game Rampage. Well, okay, that’s not exactly true. Anyone who’s ever played the arcade classic has been secretly hoping for a movie remake – even so, we’re pretty sure that the 2018 film wasn’t what they had in mind. It’s not that the movie…
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Ian Thomas@Hugh’s Room Live-Sat.,March 31st,2018
Story Teller, Comedian and of course Iconic Musican, is what his fans describe Ian Thomas. We were invited to his intimate concert at Hugh’s Room Live on Saturday night. “Painted Ladies” was an international hit in 1973 and over the years he has acquired a Juno award, four SOCAN classic awards for Painted Ladies, Right…
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DREAM WITH SCIENTIST Supporting Sinai Health Foundation’s Lunenfield-Tanenbaum Research Institute@Rebel Entertainment Complex-Wed.,March 29th,2018
We had the privilege of being invited to the Rebel Entertainment Complex for The Dream With Scientist gala. With the generous support of the sponsors, community and donors, Dream with Scientists raised an incredible $350,000 for Sinai Health’s Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute. Dream with Scientists is Sinai Health System’s signature fundraiser but it’s not your regular…
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“MADE WITH LOVE”@The Fermenting Cellar-Mon.,March 26th,2018
What a night It was on Monday, with over 600 cocktail lovers coming to support Toronto’s local bartending scene at The Fermenting Cellar! Here are The Toronto’s 2018 Regional Finals winners and they are: Judges’ Choice: 1. Axl Gonzalez – Los Colibris 2. Adam Karpowicz – boutique bar 3. Albert Chan – NEAT Public’s Choice:…
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CRAFT BEER MARKET “COCKTAIL SOIRÉE” (1 Adelaide Street East) -Tuesday, March 20th,2018
Frozen, stirred on the rocks or neat, we enjoyed CRAFT Beer Market for their beverage treats! On March 20, CRAFT Beer Market invited us and guests to shake, stir and mix the night away at an exclusive cocktail soiree. We were treated to an evening of great food and delicious cocktails (because CRAFT…
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