Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival, North America’s largest documentary festival, conference and market, will celebrate its 30th anniversary this year, with the 2023 Festival taking place April 27 to May 7 in Toronto. From 2848 film submissions, this year’s slate will present 214 films from 72 countries in 13 programs and will feature 70 world and […]
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Hot Docs Unveils 30th-Anniversary Festival Program-APRIL 27- MAY 7, 2023&CELEBRATING A 30-YEAR DEDICATION TO EXCELLENCE INNON-FICTION STORYTELLING
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Singer-Songwriter Lisa Hartt Releases “Tell the Truth” From Upcoming Arrival Album
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“Tell The Truth” YouTube and Spotify Website Lisa Hartt’s new EP, “Arrival,” is a deeply personal and heartfelt collection of songs that has been 40 years in the making. The second single, “Tell the Truth,” is out now. Lisa was born in Montreal but grew up in La Tuque and Dorval, Quebec. At the tender age of 10, […]
Anna Goldsmith Unleashes the Power of Positivity with High-Energy New Single “Miracle”
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“Miracle” YouTube and Spotify Website Every human being is a miracle in their own right, and pop songstress Anna Goldsmith celebrates her own and others’ uniqueness in her high-energy, pop-punk and positivity-infused new single “Miracle” – available now. “Miracle” starts out with a driving beat and an infectious, Blondie-esque melody, and Anna talk-sings and then soars into the […]
Adrienne Nye’s “I Need The Light” Focuses On The Journey Of Relationships And Seasons
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Adrienne Nye’s “I Need The Light” Focuses On The Journey Of Relationships And Seasons “I Need The Light” YouTube and Spotify Website Adrienne Nye’s single “I Need the Light” focuses on the metaphorical (and physical) journey of seasons, particularly dreary winter spells. The single grabs the listener’s attention with crescendoing drum synth pads. The song off her upcoming EP, These Winter […]
SULTANS OF STRING Broadcast Cannes World Film Festival Winning Doc ‘The Refuge Project’ at Canadian Folk Music Awards in Vancouver
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SULTANS OF STRING Shine a Light on the Plight of Refugees with its Cannes World Film Festival winning Doc, Sultans of String: The Refuge Project – Visual Album at the 18th Annual CANADIAN FOLK MUSIC AWARDS SAT APRIL 1, 2023 – 3:00-5:00pm (PDT)MEL LEHAN HALL – Vancouver BC Global Ambassadors of Musical Diversity, SULTANS OF STRING, will shine a light on the Plight of Refugees […]
The Voice of The Moody Blues JUSTIN HAYWARD Announces Tour
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Having chalked up over fifty years at the peak of the music and entertainment industry, Justin Hayward’s voice has been heard the world over. Known principally as the vocalist, lead guitarist and composer for the Moody Blues, his is an enduring talent that has helped to define the times in which he worked. Over the years […]
Singer-Songwriter Harry Hannah Tells The Story Of True Love On “Orion and Alya”
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“Orion and Alya” YouTube and Spotify Website True love can be a very powerful thing. It can make you feel complete, and provide you with purpose and strength. It’s something that you can’t let go of when you have it, and Harry Hannah certainly shows why on his latest single called, “Orion and Alya” – available now. Even […]
CNIB FINER THINGS GALA@Wynchwood Barns-Thurs.,March 23rd,2023
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By A.J.Lam The CNIB Finer Things Gala to raise funds and awareness for Canadians with sight loss was filled with wonderful supporters, art, music, auction items, fine wine and food at the Wychwood Barns. This extraordinary evening was highlighted by emotional performances, especially by Canada’s great opera singer Measha Brueggergosman-Lee, and world famous award winning […]
Electro-Shoegazers Jo Ryder Release Single “Fictional Dreamer”
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MP3s, WAVs, Photos, Bio and All Assets Here “Fictional Dreamer” YouTube and Spotify Website Nostalgic cityscapes and urban grit inform “Fictional Dreamer,” the single from Toronto electro-shoegazers Jo Ryder. An audio-visual project that began when two friends were reminiscing about Toronto’s DIY music scene circa 2009, Jo Ryder is the duo of Lauralee Sheehan and Owen Norquay, two unique […]
Opening Night Gala for the 2023 Mosaic International South Asian Film Festival (MISAFF)-Thurs.,March 23rd,2023
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By Alex Lam Canada’s leading South Asian Film Festival, MISAFF, celebrates its monumental 10th edition this March 23rd – March 26th, continuing its mission to feature and spotlight new voices in South Asian cinema.The festival will make its homecoming back at the Mississauga Living Arts Centre and the Cineplex Square One Cinemas showcasing 40 films, […]
Fashion Art Toronto returns with biggest event ever for Spring 2023; tickets on sale now!
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Showcasing collections from 50 designers, including Narces, Lesley Hampton, Evan Biddell and L’Uomo Strano Fashion Playground to feature art installations, Fashion & Beauty boutique, Fashion Cinema and a 1664 Blanc Bar and Blue Hour Lounge Toronto’s longest running multi-arts fashion week Fashion Art Toronto is taking over 20,000 square foot industrial warehouse Black Creek Assembly (131 McCormack St., […]
Ready4Red Tour Stop with Ducati Canada@Evergreen Brickworks-Thurs.,March 23rd,2023
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By A.J.Lam On the heels of Ducati’s World Superbike and MotoGP championships plus record sales, Ducati, the Ferrari of Motorcycling, in this year’s Ready4Red tour, unveiled its new E-MTB lineup, updated Scrambler and latest editions of the superbike Panigale, Diavel, Multistrada, Monster, and Streetfighter, while Ducati enthusiasts enjoyed beer, wine, and food at Evergreen Brickworks. […]
Folk and Roots Artist Ray Lemelin Releases Dark/Out of Phase
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“Really Isn’t Just About Me” YouTube and Spotify Bandcamp There are some things in music that all the technological advancements can’t recreate. And live recording an entire album is something from the past that Calgary roots artist Ray Lemelin embraced on his new release Dark/Out of Phase. Lemelin’s new album is a laidback exploration of love and life […]
Country Artist Jessica Sole To Release New EP Hometown Cliché on April 21st
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Artist Jessica Sole is excited to release her forthcoming sophomore EP, Hometown Cliché on April 21st via all streaming platforms. Hometown Cliché was recorded at Nashville’s legendary Blackbird Studio alongside award-winning producer Shawn Moore and world renowned audio engineer John McBride. “This EP features some of the best music I’ve ever worked on, and I’m so excited to finally put it out into the world,” said Jessica Sole. “I hope that people […]
Mr! Mouray Releases Beatles + Badfinger-Influenced “Cats Can’t Fly” From What’s The Stouray Album
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“Cats Can’t Fly” YouTube and Spotify Bandcamp Hooks and harmonies. Jangly guitars, groovy rhythms, and influences including the Beatles and Badfinger. No drama, no gimmicks. Just good people and good tunes. For Toronto’s Mr! Mouray, it’s all about making music with catchy melodies and a classic rock-and-roll spirit and doing it on their own terms. Bandleader Simon Bedford-James formed […]