Category: Reviews
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TRIUMPH ANNOUNCES FIRST TOUR IN 30 YEARS WITH 50TH ANNIVERSARY NORTH AMERICAN TOUR
Arena Rock Legends Return to the Road Following a Historic Year Honouring Their Legacy Triumph, one of Canada’s most revered and influential rock bands, proudly announces their first tour in 30 years with the Triumph 50th Anniversary Tour, produced by Live Nation – an expansive 2026 North American run celebrating five decades of musical excellence,…
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APRIL WINE SET TO ROCK NORTH AMERICA IN 2026 AS SPECIAL GUESTS OF TRIUMPH !
Fans of classic Canadian rock n’ roll must be overjoyed with not only the announcement of Triumph’s first North American tour in decades, but that they will have another one of the Great White North’s top rock bands supporting these spring dates: April Wine. Running from April 22nd through June 6th, the tour will hit all…
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Andy Kim’s 21st Annual Gift of Light Christmas concert @Massey Hall-Wed.,Dec.3rd,2025
By Wayne Baggs Andy Kim’s 21st annual Gift of Light Christmas concert at Massey Hall delivered a heartwarming, unforgettable night that reaffirmed its place as one of Toronto’s most cherished holiday traditions. A festive spirit filled the historic venue from the moment the lights dimmed and the first notes rang out, blending joyous celebration with genuine…
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The Trews @The Danforth-Sat.,December 6, 2025
By Wayne Baggs Honestly, The Trews at The Danforth on December 6, 2025 was just a great night out. The kind of show you walk away from thinking, “Yeah, that’s exactly why I like live music.” No gimmicks, no nonsense — just a band that knows how to rock a room and have fun doing…
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The 112th Grey Cup-Saskatchewan Roughriders Vs. Montreal Alouettes @ Winnipeg’s Princess Auto Stadium
It was the 112th edition of the yearly Canadian tradition as the Saskatchewan Roughriders are Grey Cup champions for the fifth time in club history. At the Grey Cup halftime show, American musician MGK was the headliner. Canadian rock band Our Lady Peace performed during the SiriusXM Kickoff Show, and Manitoba country singer Catie St. Germain sang the national anthem. A classic battle…
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Community Rocks 2025 ! Fundraiser for Community Living
By Sally Warburton Every two years Community Living has its massive fundraiser … Community Rocks! 2025 was the year! This year the event was as spectacular as ever! Held again at the Queen Elizabeth Building on the Exhibition Grounds in Toronto. Doors opened at 6pm at the amazing venue which is spacious and convenient to get to.…
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Finger Eleven @Dine Alone Records-Fri.,Nov.7th,2025
By Wayne Baggs The Finger Eleven show at Dine Alone Records felt like the kind of night fans quietly hope for but rarely get—a band with decades of arena experience stripping everything down and playing as if they were in your living room. The room itself helped set the tone: warm lighting, vinyl-lined walls, and…
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Folk Guitarist John Dawson Brings New Light to a Christmas Classic With “O Little Town of Bethlehe
“O Little Town Of Bethlehem” YouTube and Spotify Every holiday season brings a sense of reflection, and for Canadian guitarist John Dawson, that reflection takes shape in music. “It always amazes me how the veil between past and present seems pulled back during the holidays,” he says. “Traditions meet change, and in that mix, we find meaning.” Dawson,…
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Coney Hatch @The Redwood Theatre-Fri.,Nov.14th,2025
By Wayne Baggs On November 14, 2025, Coney Hatch, the iconic Canadian hard rock band, delivered a truly special experience at The Redwood Theatre in Toronto. This wasn’t a typical high-volume rock show: the performance is billed as “Up-Close & Unplugged,” giving fans a rare, acoustic, and intimate encounter with the band. Where were you in 1982…
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WINTERFOLK XXIV RETURNS TO TORONTO — FOUR DAYS OF ROOTS, BLUES, AND COMMUNITY AT THE TRANZAC CLUB
Toronto, ON — Winterfolk XXIV, Toronto’s beloved mid-winter music festival, returns bigger than ever for its 24th year with four full days of live roots and blues music at the Tranzac Club from February 12–15, 2026. Featuring more than 100 artists across multiple stages, Winterfolk celebrates the city’s vibrant folk, blues, and singer-songwriter community — keeping live…
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DANNY MARKS RELEASES TWO-SIDED ANTHEM “ONE WAY TICKET HOME” AND “PLEASE MISTER CONDUCTOR”
Toronto-born musician, broadcaster, and storyteller Danny Marks releases his new double-sided single “One Way Ticket Home” b/w “Please Mister Conductor”, out now through Cabbagetunes Records. The release unites Marks’ authentic voice and masterful guitar work in a celebration of homecoming, resilience, and the spirit of the Blues. A lifelong pillar of Canadian music, Marks began…
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New Reggae Anthem “Show Us the Way” Unites Toronto’s Tasha T, Mel Dubé, and Kandice K*A*S*H to Inspire Love and Positivity
The radiant new single “Show Us the Way” (ThunderDome Sounds via Slammin Media, distributed worldwide by Believe) is officially out now — a soul-stirring reggae anthem produced by Grammy Award nominee and JUNO Award winner Eddie Bullen. This powerful collaboration features Tasha T, Mel Dubé, and Kandice K*A*S*H, blending uplifting harmonies, inspiring lyrics, and reggae…
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THE ANNUAL ANDY KIM CHRISTMAS RETURNS TO TORONTO’S MASSEY HALL DECEMBER 3
Tickets on-sale now – ticketmaster.ca with proceeds supporting CAMH’s Gifts of Light This year, luminary musician and Canadian Songwriter Hall of Fame inductee, Andy Kimreturns to Toronto’s legendary Massey Hall onWednesday, December 3 for another unforgettable evening celebrating the magic of the season with performances from iconic Canadian artists. The Andy Kim Christmas will bring some of the nation’s most applauded talent to Toronto…
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Hank Azaria And Caitlin Morrison Unite To Raise Awareness And Action For Mental Health At Toronto’s Koerner Hall November 14
Toronto, ON — Late actor Matthew Perry’s legacy of compassion and advocacy will continue to echo across Canada through a new initiative led by his long-time friend and Friends co-star Hank Azaria and his sister Caitlin Morrison. Together, they’re spearheading efforts to spark conversation and deliver tangible mental health solutions. Morrison, who heads Matthew Perry House, has partnered with Make Music Matter to…
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Kid DET & Sad Classes Turn the Past Into Power With New Single “Rearview” – Now At 125,000 Views
Kid DET Website I Facebook I Instagram I TikTok Sad Classes Website I Facebook I Instagram I TikTok Toronto’s genre-blending duo Kid DET and Sad Classes are bringing melodic rap to new heights with “Rearview”—a powerful and emotionally charged first single from their upcoming project ‘Soul Food II: At The Cabin’, arriving October 17, 2025. The track’s energy, honesty, and cinematic flair mark a major moment for two artists…
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The 2025 Legends Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony @The Meridian Arts Centre-Fri,Oct.17th,2025
By Sally Warburton The 2025 Legends Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony honoured musical icons Andy Kim, Jane Siberry, Ian Thomas, Rik Emmett, Mike Levine and Gil Moore of Triumph, and Gino Vannelli, songwriters who have defined generations and helped shape Canada’s cultural identity on the world stage. The lively and exciting Red Carpet prior to the Awards Ceremony was held at The Meridian Arts Centre…
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After All @Lumiere Cinema at the Music Hal-Fri.,Oct.17th,2025
By Cara Branch “After All” had its Los Angeles premiere on Friday night, coinciding with its limited theatrical release before it becomes available for on-demand rentals on November 17th. Much of the cast and crew showed up at the Lumiere Cinema at the Music Hall to celebrate the film’s debut. This film was made on an…
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Men Without Hats Announce New Album ‘On the Moon’ and Electrifying Single “In Glorious Days”
Men Without Hats Announce New Album ‘On the Moon’ and Electrifying Single “In Glorious Days” Following the viral success of “I ❤️ The 80s,” Men Without Hats return with a powerful new anthem and North American tour dates On The Moon Streaming Links: https://mwh.ffm.to/onthemoon “In Glorious Days” Streaming Links: https://mwh.ffm.to/glorious Men Without Hats—one of Canada’s most enduring and beloved…
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Steve Hackett @Massey Hall-Tues.,Oct.7th,2025
By Wayne Baggs Steve Hackett at Massey Hall was nothing short of magnificent — a night that reminded me exactly why he’s one of my all-time favourite guitar players. Seeing him live again, in such a perfect venue, was like reconnecting with an old friend who still has endless stories to tell through six strings.…
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Corrosion of Conformity, Judas Priest &Alice Cooper @Budweiser Stage-Mon.,Sept.29th,2025
By Wayne Baggs Wow, what a night. Seeing Judas Priest and Alice Cooper share the stage in Toronto was like a holy trinity of heavy metal & theatrical rock. From start to finish it was loud, grand, crazy, and everything you want out of a classic rock show. Corrosion of Conformity opened things up with…
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