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… […]
Category Archives: Music Reviews
September
17
Hollywood North”TIFF 2017″@BRASSAII-Thurs.,Sept.14th,2017
posted by BK
By A.J.Lam Brassaii was the filled-to-capacity stage for the 3rd Edition of the TIFF Hollywood North VIP Party where the best Canadian talent from acting, music, and athletics, such as Juno Award winners Sean Jones and Choclair, Raptors Lucas Nogueira and Bruno Caboclo partied under the late summer skies. The red carpet was cheerfully patrolled […]
September
15
b.d. Gottfried’s recent release, “Through The Dog’s Eyes”
posted by BK
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 […]
September
03
Alice Cooper & Deep Purple@The Budweiser Theatre-Sat.,Sept 2nd,2017
posted by BK
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 […]
August
07
Music Under The City Stars @ Casa Loma-Wed., Aug. 2nd, 2017
posted by BK
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 […]
July
23
Metallica@Rogers Centre-Sun.,July 16th,2017
posted by BK
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 […]
July
16
Sass Jordan “Racine” Album and Tour
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Review by Eric Alper Pre-order on iTunes Toronto, July 12, 2017 – Sass Jordan’s breakout major-label masterpiece, Racine, is being re-imagined and released as Racine Revisited, a brilliant record with updated versions of each song on September 15 via Linus Entertainment. This classic album signified an evolution for Jordan and a critical turning point in her career, reaching #2 on the Billboard […]
July
16
Iron Maiden-Book Of Souls Tour-Sat.,July 15th,2017
posted by BK
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 […]
July
11
If It’s Alright With You: The Songs of Gene MacLellan – by Catherine MacLellan
posted by BK
Review by Eric Alper If It’s Alright With You: The Songs of Gene MacLellan finds the Juno-winning daughter of the legendary PEI songwriter creating dazzling readings of her father’s classic catalogue… There are skillful tributes and heartfelt homages. And then there’s If It’s Alright With You: The Songs of Gene MacLellan, a legacy project like no […]
July
03
Hiromi Duet: Featuring Edmar Castaneda@Koerner Hall-Wed.,June 28th,2017
posted by BK
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. […]
June
25
Randy Bachman with Walter Trout and Laila Bali, TD Toronto Jazz Festival@Concert Hall. -June 23, 2017
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By BK on the SCENE The Concert Hall (once known as The Rockpile), was a packed house awaiting Bachman and his band, including his son Tal on guitar, as they took to the stage opening with a instrumental number, then roaring into the B.T.O. classic ‘You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet” and then the Guess […]
June
11
“An Evening With TOTO”@Casino Rama-Sat.,June 10th,2017
posted by BK
This Toto tour was called “An Evening With Toto”, it featured more than two hours of music from the band’s career, including hits, group and fan favourites, and songs from its most recent studio album, 2015’s Toto XIV. Fans were surprised with the long list of musicans and songs Toto has played. This includes-Michael […]
May
31
The 2017 Parachute Gala @Rebel-Wed.,May 31st, 2017.
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Photography By Sari Colt They rolled out the “Green Caroet” for The 2017 Parachute Gala which was held at Rebel in Toronto on May 31st, 2017. The Parachute Board of Directors, members of the medical community, celebrities, community leaders, and entertainers joined together to raise awareness and funds for one important cause. Parachute awarded both His […]
May
29
Operanation@The Four Seasons Centre For The Performing Arts-Thurs.,May 25th,2017
posted by BK
Photography by A.J. Lam Culture is the lifeblood of any city, and Toronto is a thriving center where it flourishes. Opera doesn’t get as much attention as it deserves, but the Canadian Opera Company Ensemble Studio is out to change that, dedicated to reminding everyone how relevant, cool and stylish opera can be. And that’s […]
Music Reviews
- 'Why shouldn't I be the one to do it?': Lights unveils new Skin & Earth LP and comic book series September 25, 2017Canadian electro-pop singer-songwriter Lights may have lightened up her normally brown hair to a “vibrant red,” but she's gone dark on her latest album, Skin & Earth, and the accompanying comic book series.
- Young, Cockburn join Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame September 24, 2017Young, Cockburn join HoF
- U2 delayed 'Songs of Experience' album to perfect tunes for concert setting September 21, 2017U2 stalled the release of their new album last year, so they could perfect their new songs for a concert run.
- Right Said Fred release Taylor Swift mashup video September 21, 2017I'm Too Sexy vs. Look What You Made Me Do
- 'This is my bucket list': Gene Simmons planning to hand-deliver The Vault to fans September 19, 2017Gene Simmons is unlocking The Vault.
- Lido Pimienta wins Polaris Music Prize September 19, 2017TORONTO — Singer Lido Pimienta ripped into organizers of the Polaris Music Prize with an expletive-laden tirade over sound troubles with her performance as she accepted this year's best album recognition.
