Category: Music Reviews
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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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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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HOLLY COLE SURPRISES AND DELIGHTS FANS WITH A NEW SINGLE AND EXPANDED EDITION OF DARK MOON
HOLLY’S SIGNATURE TAKE ON THE CLASSIC “COMIN’ HOME BABY” IS AVAILABLE ON THE EVE OF MEL TORME’S 100TH ANNIVERSARY – HERE HOLLY CONTINUES HER ‘DARK MOON’ TOUR WITH NEW DATES ACROSS CANADA – HERE Renowned Canadian / International vocalist Holly Cole released an expanded version of her album Dark Moon featuring the new song “Comin’ Home Baby.”…
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Day 9 – TIFF 2025 – Fri., Sept. 12th
Day 9 – TIFF 2025 – Friday, September 12, 2025Driver’s Ed film – Red Carpet at Roy Thomson Hall There was great excitement with these young actors and the rest of the cast and filmmakers on the Red Carpet (film review Day 1 TIFF 2025). Comedy USA delivered a lively Red Carpet with the cast and…
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Tom Wilson (Tehoháhake) Releases New Single “We Live In Dreams” Co-Written With Tanya Talaga
“We Live In Dreams” YouTube and Spotify Website I Facebook I Instagram Celebrated Canadian musician, author, and visual artist Tom Wilson (Tehoháhake) announces the release of his new single “We Live In Dreams,” co-written with award-winning journalist, storyteller, and filmmaker Tanya Talaga. The song is featured in the powerful new documentary ‘Ni-Naadamaadiz: Red Power Rising’ (trailer here), directed by Shane Belcourt and produced…
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Anna Goldsmith Releases Bold New Single “Wake Up The People” — A Fiery Anthem for the Next Generation of Changemakers
“Wake Up The People” YouTube and Spotify Website I Bandcamp I Facebook I Instagram I TikTok Emerging rock artist and outspoken feminist Anna Goldsmith has released her powerful new single “Wake Up The People,” available now on all major streaming platforms. Fierce, fearless, and impossible to ignore, the song is a rallying cry for today. With its unapologetic lyrics and raw energy, “Wake Up The People”…
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Logan Brown: A Decade in Entertainment, Combines Comedy and Music to Create New Album Black Man, White Privilege
YouTube and Spotify Website Logan Brown has been carving his path in the entertainment industry for over a decade, sharing stages with some of Canada’s top comedians and establishing himself as a notable act. Now, the Ontario musician introduces a humorous blend of comedy and music into his acts. Brown is exploring the musical comedy universe and…
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Econoline Crush Announce New Era With “New Gold Magic” Single And Canadian Tour
Website I Bandcamp I Facebook I Instagram For three decades, Econoline Crush has thrived in the space between industrial grit and melodic uplift. With their forthcoming single ‘New Gold Magic’ out September 26 —produced, mixed, and mastered by Kane Churko at The Hideout—the band signals not just survival but reinvention. Frontman Trevor Hurst frames it succinctly: “New Gold Magic is about getting your…
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Tedeschi Trucks Band &Gov’t Mule @Budweiser Stage -Wed.,September 3, 2025
By Wayne Baggs The Tedeschi Trucks Band and Gov’t Mule delivered a truly unforgettable evening at Toronto’s Budweiser Stage on September 3, 2025. Gov’t Mule kicked things off in stirring fashion, launching into a mix of stirring covers—The Staple Singers’ “Hammer and Nails” and Ann Peebles’ “I Feel Like Breaking Up Somebody’s Home”—before diving into…
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Elora Riverfest 2025 @Bissell Park
By Wayne Baggs Elora Riverfest 2025 was nothing short of magical, the kind of weekend that reminds you why live music festivals hold such a special place in people’s hearts. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Grand River in Elora, the festival had that perfect balance of small-town charm and big-time music vibes. From…
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Funk Brothers Descendant Nathan Ali Releases Empowered Anthem “Forward” From New EP ‘Parallel’ MP3s, WAVs, Photos, Bio, and All Assets Here “Forward” YouTube and Spotify Facebook I Instagram I TikTok Nathan Ali doesn’t flinch from the struggle—he turns it into fuel. His new single “Forward” closes out his deeply personal EP Parallel (Slammin’ Media/Believe) with an anthem for anyone who’s ever felt like giving up…
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NEENA ROSE RISES ABOVE WITH POWERFUL NEW POP ANTHEM “SUPERMAN”
“Superman” YouTube and Spotify Website I Facebook I Instagram I TikTok With a voice that cuts like a comet and lyrics that strike the heart, Canadian pop sensation Neena Rose returns with her latest single, “Superman.” The fiery, emotional ballad is a bold next chapter in her unstoppable rise—one that now includes more than 12.4 million total digital streams, 875,000+ TikTok followers, 240,000+ playlists,…
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The Rock Symphony at Casa Loma Toronto – July 29, 2025
By Sally Warburton Under the direction of Maestro Paolo Busato the Casa Loma Symphony Orchestra at Casa Loma is a beautiful experience. Having dinner or drinks in the open air amid the beautiful gardens of Casa Loma while listening to music makes a fantastic date night, family occasion or time with friends. Several people were…
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Day 2 of Mariposa 2025 In Orillia
By Wayne Baggs Wow—Day 2 of Mariposa 2025 was downright magical. The morning kicked off at the pub stage with the Run With the Kittens + Boo Radley Project workshop—funny, spontaneous, and bursting with horn solos, tambourines, and audio surprises. Watching Nate Mills direct a nine-piece band raw and live was hilarious, setting a joyful tone for the whole day.Afternoon…
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Mariposa Folk Festival 2025 in Orillia
By Wayne Baggs Day 1 – Day one of the Mariposa Folk Festival 2025 in Orillia kicked off with that familiar blend of sunshine, lake breeze, and joyful reunion energy. As crowds trickled in through Tudhope Park, a palpable buzz filled the air—Mariposa veterans hugged it out, newcomers looked around wide-eyed, and volunteers kept everything…
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DEVO @ HISTORY-Mon.,June 30th,2025
By Wayne Baggs DEVO brought their quirky, high-energy weirdness to History in Toronto and it was a glorious, synth-drenched trip down memory lane. The crowd—an eclectic mix of longtime fans, new wavers, and curious Gen Z’ers—were buzzing from the moment those iconic yellow suits hit the stage. From “Whip It” to “Girl U Want” to…
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Men Without Hats Travel Back to the Future With New Single “I ❤️ the ‘80s” and UK/EU Tour
“I ❤️ the ‘80s” YouTube and Spotify Website I Facebook I Instagram *Ivan is available for media interviews* Dust off your Walkman, dig out that denim jacket, and prepare for a neon-coloured nostalgia trip: Men Without Hats are back with a synth-pop banger that celebrates the decade that made them legends. Their new single, “I ❤️ the ‘80s,” lands June 26 with a hairsprayed wink and…
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Bree Taylor Ignites Country Music with Fiery New Single “Wake Up!”
“Wake Up!” YouTube and Spotify Website I Facebook I Instagram I TikTok Bree Taylor has quietly but steadily built a reputation as one of country music’s most compelling new voices—an artist whose work cuts through the genre’s conventions with a blend of grit, honesty, and rock-infused energy. This summer, Bree made her landmark Nashville debut at the CMA Fest Spotlight Stage earlier this month,…
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