By: Staff – In a new feature to Aesthetic Magazine, we are proud to announce that we are the new presenting partner for Toronto-based film podcast Contra Zoom. Your host, Dakota Arsenault, goes in depth about everything film; from lists, to reviews, and more! In the inaugural episode, Dakota, along with special guest, Aesthetic Magazine Founder … Continue reading
By: Curtis Sindrey – On December 31st, Chotto Matte hosted their inaugural Dystropolis new year’s eve party, and subsequently set the standard for Toronto NYE parties going into 2020. While the Toronto hotspot is a relative newcomer in the city, it quickly established a firm reputation for their delectable Japanese-Peruvian fusion menu and inspired decor. Their NYE … Continue reading
By: Curtis Sindrey – It says a lot about a band who are together for 20 years, and it says even more when they decide to create a play showcasing their collective anxieties, and creative (and sometimes personal) disagreements. Set in the band’s Montreal rehearsal space, Stars: Together is part rock concert and part semi-autobiographical play … Continue reading
By: Curtis Sindrey – The TIFF Lightbox hosted a ghoulishly fun Halloween party on Halloween night that will be hard to top next year. Featuring a Cirque du Soleil performance of their ongoing show Alegria, plus great eats, including a sinfully delicious chocolate cake dripping with chocolate ganache from The Grand Order of Divine Sweets, and … Continue reading
By: Curtis Sindrey – Last Saturday (Oct 19th), the Toronto Reference Library hosted their seventh annual “Hush Hush” charity gala in support of the Toronto Public Library. 800 bookworms came together to support free access to all of the library’s life changing programs, services, top-notch collections, and resources as the event raised $145,000 to support one … Continue reading
By: Curtis Sindrey – Cirque du Soleil has once again returned to Toronto for another series of captivating performances under the big top with a modern update to their classic touring show Alegría. Alegría in a New Light tells the centuries-old tale of old vs. new as a dynamic power struggle emerges to determine the true king. … Continue reading
Photos by: Curtis Sindrey – Alt-Rock band The Black Keys, who released their ninth album, Let’s Rock, on June 28th, 2019 via Nonsuch, performed at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto last night (Oct. 9th).
By: Curtis Sindrey – Last night, Nick Cave treated both long-time and new fans alike to a unique Q&A session and performance at Convocation Hall in Toronto where the near capacity crowd had the opportunity to ask the iconic rock singer just about anything, including his relationship with PJ Harvey, the current state of music, and … Continue reading
Photos and Review by: Curtis Sindrey – Radiohead frontman Thom Yorke brought his Anima world tour to Scotiabank Arena in Toronto last night (Sept. 27th) in what can be best described as a rave meets a rock concert. The album, which Yorke released in June 2019 via XL, and his performance, encapsulated the essence of his … Continue reading
Photos by: Morgan Harris – Review by: Curtis Sindrey – A packed crowd at Echo Beach enjoyed a day of chef-prepared eats, and great music as Toronto celebrated MattyFest yesterday (Sept. 7th). Featuring a well-curated lineup featuring headliners Wu-Tang Clan, who are currently celebrating their 25th anniversary, punk icons Descendents, rapper Danny Brown, local punk heroes METZ, and … Continue reading
