Category: Reviews
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Big Sugar and musician friends’ tribute to Garry Lowe @Danforth Music Hall Toronto – Friday, December 28, 2018
by Sally Warburton The Danforth Music Hall was packed on Friday, December 28. It was a sold out tribute concert to honour Garry Lowe – bassist for Big Sugar who died July 7, 2018 of cancer. Big Sugar is a Canadian blues, reggae rock band from Toronto whose 1st album was released in 1991. Big…
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Big Sugar paying tribute to their long-time bassist GARRY LOWE with a benefit concert on December 28 at Danforth Music Hall featuring Barenaked Ladies, Bedouin Soundclash, Broken Social Scene, Culture Shock, Danko Jones, Dream Warriors, Maestro Fresh Wes, Human Rights, I Mother Earth, Isax Injah, Julian Taylor, Lazo, Leroy Sibbles, Mojah, Adrian Sheriff Miller, The New Deal, Tom Wilson, Wide Mouth Mason, Willi Williams, and many more.
I’m sure you’ve already heard, but Big Sugar are paying tribute to their long-time bassist GARRY LOWE with a benefit concert on December 28 at Danforth Music Hall featuring Barenaked Ladies, Bedouin Soundclash, Broken Social Scene, Culture Shock, Danko Jones, Dream Warriors, Maestro Fresh Wes, Human Rights, I Mother Earth, Isax Injah, Julian Taylor, Lazo,…
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Q&A With Andy Kim Thursday, December 13, 2018.
By Sally Warburton Andy, I’d like to start by congratulating you on your recent Induction into Canada’s Walk of Fame. Growing up in Montreal – the son of Lebanese immigrants – Thinking back to when you were a 16 year old in Montreal and you took the bus to New York City with $40 in…
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Canadian Metal Rap Rockers, Fatal Switch presents “Who We Are”
Call it foreshadowing; Canadian metal rap rockers Fatal Switch are serving indelible insight on what’s to come from them thanks to their new single “Who We Are” — available now! The boundary-pushing band liken themselves as a response to a question that can never be answered: what exactly are they? The answer will come soon…
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Cirque Du Soleil Corteo@Scotia Bank Arena-Wed.,Dec.12th,2018
By Jesse Read Watching Cirque Du Soleil Corteo was an experience that I’ll never forget. The amount of art, beauty and music combined with physical abilities that I didn’t even know humans were capable of, was truly breathtaking. I had the opportunity to go backstage and watch part of the final rehearsal of Corteo and…
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Stacey Kay’s New Album,”11 O’Clock Number”
Stacey Kay is a “New Type” of public personality with a fresh new attitude about the music industry. The Toronto-based award-winning singer-songwriter just released a new “video-meets-manifesto” celebrating self-confidence and challenging beauty standards across the board. The statement track has received early support from Noble Vybe, Stopify, Slay Sonics, BongMines, 100FM, POPMUZIK, Rock the Pigeon,…
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The 14th Annual Andy Kim Christmas Show Wed., Dec.05th, 2018 @Queen Elizabeth Theatre (Exhibition Place) Toronto
Photography By Jesse Read&Sally Warburton It was the 14th annual Andy Kim Christmas Show , with upcoming shows in Montreal and for the first time in Burlington on December 20th. Andy Kim’s impressive catalog of hits were showcased on Wednesday night. Always a Superstar in Canada with his quality voice and Rockstar look, even after…
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Sandra Bouza Answers “Where Have You Been?” in New EP Three Years Arrives After Hiatus of Healing for the Canadian R&B/Pop Singer/Songwriter
Sandra Bouza Answers “Where Have You Been?” in New EP Three Years Arrives After Hiatus of Healing for the Canadian R&B/Pop Singer/Songwriter “Sandra Bouza has a magical voice” — Keep Walking Music “A great, powerful voice on display here” — Sodwee Canadian R&B/pop singer Sandra Bouza has a lot to offer through her music and…
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Canadian Sri Lankan Refugee Marcus Haran Releases Deeply Personal Debut Hip Hop/Trip Hop EP
Canadian Sri Lankan Refugee Marcus Haran Releases Deeply Personal Debut Hip Hop/Trip Hop EP Inspired by Vast Symbolism & Experiences with Vitiligo, Abuse, and as a Child Drug Mule, A True Story: A Soundscape to In-Difference Runs Deep on Roots & Retrospect “Really impressed me” — Canadian Dope “Marcus Haran’s vocals caught my ear and…
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Canadian pop/folk duo In The City release “Best Time” and performing at The Horseshoe, Tues., Dec. 4th, 2018.
Canadian Indie Pop Folk Duo In The City Remember the “Best Time” in NEW Single — Available Now! and performing at Horseshoe-Tues.,Dec.4th,2018. Hear Their Music Featured in CBC’s Heartland, Kim’s Convenience, Workin’ Moms& CTV’s Saving Hope, PLUS Commercials and Award-Winning Independent Films Video Features Fan-Submitted Pics & Family Footage — Watch on YouTube Here “Really…
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Award-winning & JUNO Nominated JD Era Is Set to “Bankroll” New Single Available Now Ahead of Fourth Album Release.
Award-winning & JUNO Nominated JD Era Is Set to “Bankroll” New Single Available Now Ahead of Fourth Album Release Back From The Dead Out November 30th It’s a new era for JUNO Award nominated Canadian hip hop artist JD Era. With a new album Back From The Dead set for release November 30th, the Mississauga-based…
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U.N. Jefferson Puts Out The Call to “Testify” ‘Old School’ Meets ‘New Cool’ in Infectious Fresh Release from Canadian Soul Dynamos.
U.N. Jefferson Puts Out The Call to “Testify” ‘Old School’ Meets ‘New Cool’ in Infectious Fresh Release from Canadian Soul Dynamos. “An absolute anthem… It’s a gigantic, super funky track with so much energy, we will probably never be able to wrap our heads around it. “Testify” gets stuck in our heads for days at…
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Cakes Cove hosts Christmas Eat Everything confectionery party (Holiday Eat Everything Room) -1074 St. Clair Ave. W., Toronto -Tue. Nov. 20, 2018
Photography By Jesse Read We were invited to an amazing holiday party at “CAKES COVE”, the schedule including an Edible Room, Holiday chocolates and other sweet displays. Then attendees had the opportunity to eat the room… ornaments and all the Cupcake decorating with Sam Lapointe, Confectionery Chef, Chocolatier and Cake Designer Sam Lapointe, the mad scientist, owner and…
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CAMH Engage Fundraiser Event – Friday, November 16, 2018 TORONTO@The Thompson Hotel
By Sally Warburton “Ignite the Conversation – Mental Health is health” The Breakthrough Challenge celebrationwas an exciting place on November 16 where the sold out CAMH Engage fundraiser was held. The CAMH (Centre for Addiction and Mental Health) Engage fundraiser is the culminating event of The Breakthrough Challenge. It’s the Award evening of the $10,000…
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Indigenous roots-rockers Midnight Shine’s poignant debut video “I Need Angels” shines light on tough topic
“I wrote “I Need Angels” because there are a lot of people struggling in Canada’s Indigenous far North communities,” says Midnight Shine frontman Adrian Sutherland, who hails from the Cree community of Attawapiskat in remote Northern Ontario. “We’ve had a lot of loss, a lot of tragedies, and I think it’s important for me as…
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Apryll Aileen Says “Don’t Make Me Wait” Canadian Singer/Songwriter Releases Modern 80s / 90s Pop Bopper She Wrote in the MIDDLE of a Party!
Apryll Aileen Says “Don’t Make Me Wait” Canadian Singer/Songwriter Releases Modern 80s / 90s Pop Bopper She Wrote in the MIDDLE of a Party! Watch “Don’t Make Me Wait” via YouTube here “Impressive vocals!” — First! Playlists “She doesn’t imitate, she creates… A dynamic range and vocal gravel Stevie Nicks and Janis…
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Get Ready To TAKE FLIGHT with MINI POP KIDS This Winter Canada’s #1 Family Entertainment Group Celebrates 15th Anniversary Announcing Cross-Canada Tour & New Album
CANADA’S #1 FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT GROUP, MINI POP KIDS ANNOUNCE CROSS-CANADA TOUR href=”https://open.spotify.com/artist/2VAjBQ6cM2faT2UKxONV93″>Spotify Home Don’t miss your chance to TAKE FLIGHT with Canada’s best-selling kid’s music group! The MINI POP KIDS area heading out on tour across Canada, and releasing a brand new album. The MINI POP KIDS are set to embark on a nationwide tour…
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John C. Reilly, Bill Idol, Patrick Duffy and more @ STAN @ OLLIE post-screening party – hosted by Guillotine Vodka
photography provided by Sony Picture Classics Michael Simon/Startraks Photo Stars visited the AFI Special Screening After-Party for Sony Pictures Classics’ “STAN & OLLIE” Wednesday night at Liaison Restaurant + Lounge hosted by Guillotine Vodka. John C. Reilly (RALPH BREAKS THE INTERNET), Shirley Henderson (24 HOUR PARTY PEOPLE) Director Jon S. Baird, Writer Jeff Pope, Makeup…
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Hockey Hall Of Fame Induction Weekend -Fri., Nov.9th- Mon., Nov.12th,2018@HHOF, Toronto
Photography By Nicholas Chan & BK on the SCENE On Friday, November 9, we were invited to the INDUCTION MEDIA CONFERENCE with the Official Ring Presentation and Photo Opportunity, inside Esso Great Hall of The Hockey Hall Of Fame. Elected in the Builder Category were: Gary Bettman and Willie O’Ree. Elected in the…
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Canadian Indie Pop Artist Zoelly Captures Heartache & Longing in New Single. Toronto-Based Singer/Songwriter Releases Follow-Up Single & Video After Summer Smash “Blowing Smoke”
Canadian Indie Pop Artist Zoelly Captures Heartache & Longing in New Single Toronto-Based Singer/Songwriter Releases Follow-Up Single & Video After Summer Smash “Blowing Smoke” — Watch on YouTube! “Strong, passionate vocals” — PopFiltr “I love the powerful, flawless vocals” — Unrecorded “Passionate, pretty vocals with a calming beat” — Tongue Tied Magazine “Vocals sound amazing!…
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