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Riot Fest Turns 20! Headliners include Green Day, Blink-182, Weezer, Jack White, Sex Pistols and much more

By: Staff – What’s my age again? Riot Fest is turning the big 2-0, and to celebrate it’s throwing the biggest party yet, headlined by Green Day, Blink-182, Weezer, Jack White, and a total of over 90 bands performing throughout the festival weekend. “I just wanted to put a show together with all of my … Continue reading

Photos: Nelly, Ja Rule, Chingy @ Rogers Place 

Photos by: Tyler Roberts – Hip-Hop artist Nelly, who released his newest album, Heartland, on August 27th, 2021 via Columbia, which featured guest appearances from Florida Georgia Line, Blanco Brown, Breland, Chris Bandi, City Spud, Darius Rucker, George Birge, Jimmie Allen and Kane Brown, performed at Rogers Place in Edmonton, Alberta last night (Apr. 21st) with … Continue reading

Photos: Denzel Curry, Kenny Mason, 454, Clip @ History Toronto

Photos by: Brandon Newfield – Hip-hop artist Denzel Curry, who released his newest mixtape, King of the Mischievous South Vol. 2, on July 19th, 2024 via Loma Vista, which featured the singles “Hot One”, “Black Flag Freestyle”, and “Hoodlumz”, performed at History in Toronto last night (April 20th) with hip-hop artist Kenny Mason, who released his … Continue reading

Photos: Half Alive @ Danforth Music Hall

Photos by: Katrina Lat –  Indie pop band Half Alive, who released their newest album, Persona, on November 15th, 2024 via Virgin, which featured the singles “Sophie’s House”, “Automatic”, and “Songs (feat. Jordana)”, performed at the Danforth Music Hall in Toronto on April 16th.

Photos + Review: Franz Ferdinand, TeleScreens @ History Toronto

By: Curtis Sindrey – Last night at History in Toronto, Franz Ferdinand delivered an electrifying performance that celebrated both their storied 00’s indie rock career and their recent album, The Human Fear. With their signature blend of art rock and danceable rhythms, the band embraced the energy of the packed crowd from the moment they took … Continue reading

Photos: Bright Eyes, Cursive @ History Toronto

Photos by: Lauren Garbutt – Indie Folk band Bright Eyes, who released their newest album, Five Dice, All Threes, on September 20th, 2024 via Dead Oceans, which featured the singles “Bells and Whistles”, and “Rainbow Overpass”, and which features collaborations with Alex Orange Drink, Cat Power and Matt Berninger, performed at History in Toronto last … Continue reading

Photos: Riley Green, Ella Langley, Jake Worthington @ Coca-Cola Coliseum

By: Joanna Roselli – Country music artist Riley Green, who released his newest album, Don’t Mind If I Do, on October 18th, 2024 via Nashville Harbor, which featured the singles “Worst Way”, performed at Coca-Cola Coliseum in Toronto last night (April 4th) with country artist Ella Langley, who released her debut album, Hungover, on August 2nd, … Continue reading

Photos: Beth Gibbons, Cass McCombs @ Massey Hall

Photos by: Brendan Albert – Chamber Pop artist Beth Gibbons, who is best known as lead singer of UK trip-hop band Portishead, and who released her newest solo album, Lives Outgrown, on May 17th, 2024 via Domino, which was nominated for the 2024 Mercury Prize, performed at Massey Hall in Toronto last night (April 6th) with … Continue reading

Counting Crows Unveil New Single “Under The Aurora”

By: Staff – Multi-platinum, Grammy-nominated rock band Counting Crows release their newest single, “Under The Aurora,” the latest offering from their highly anticipated new album Butter Miracle, The Complete Sweets!, out May 9 via BMG. Watch the music video HERE. Following the emotional depth of first single “Spaceman In Tulsa,” “Under The Aurora” continues the band’s rich legacy of sweeping soundscapes … Continue reading

Toronto’s Growing Gaming Scene: Art Meets Technology

By: Staff – Toronto is rapidly emerging as a vibrant centre where art and technology intersect, particularly in the gaming industry. This dynamic synergy sparks creativity and drives economic growth and innovation throughout the city. The expanding gaming scene in Toronto showcases how artistic expression and technological advancements can collaboratively redefine entertainment, offering creators and … Continue reading