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Recap + Photos: Chotto Matte Sets the Standard for Toronto NYE Parties

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

Photos: Lights All Night 2019 – Skrillex, Bassnectar, Louis The Child, 3lau

Photos by: Dylan Villarreal – The Lights All Night Festival took place at the Dallas Market Hall in Dallas, Texas from Dec. 27-29, and featured performances by Skrillex, Bassnectar, Louis The Child, 3lau, and more!

Podcast: Dakota Arsenault of Contra Zoom Ranks the 50 Best Films of the 2010’s (Part 2)

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! This episode of Contra Zoom is ten years in the making! Join … Continue reading

Exclusive: Stream Angélique’s New “Late Night Thoughts” Spotify Playlist

By: Staff – Born and raised in a small town just east of Toronto, Angélique has always been one to challenge the norm and exceed expectations. Now, in her early 20s, Angélique has embarked on a solo singing career releasing her debut single in 2018, and also releasing her latest single “Heaven&safety” in November 2019. To … Continue reading

Interview: Ian Hultquist and Drum & Lace Talk “Dickinson”, Wiz Khalifa, and Their Collaborative Process

By: Jessica Nakamoto – Kicking off its debut season on the brand-new Apple TV+ streaming platform, the comedic-drama, Dickinson, is one coming-of-age story you won’t want to miss. A mix of humor, history, and 19th century teenage antics, actress Hailee Steinfeld transports viewers back in time and provides an edgy twist to the life of acclaimed … Continue reading

Exclusive: Stream Naya’s New Curated Spotify Playlist

By: Staff – In celebration of Toronto-based artist Naya’s new single “Higher”, the emerging singer-songwriter curated an exclusive new Spotify playlist. Naya personifies the mashup of cultures and styles that make Toronto a hotbed for emerging artists. Born in Japan, the daughter of a Saskatchewan farm girl-turned-model and a Rwandan diplomat’s son-turned-DJ, Naya’s steeped in musical … Continue reading

Photos: Seaway, Like Pacific, Heart Attack Man @ The Opera House

Photos by: Morgan Harris – Canadian pop-punk band Seaway, who released a rarities compilation titled Fresh Produce on April 19th, 2019, which followed up their third album, Vacation, which was released on September 15th, 2017 via Pure Noise, performed at the Opera House in Toronto last night (Dec. 22nd) with Toronto-based pop-punk band Like Pacific, who released their … Continue reading

Photos: The Crystal Method @ Mod Club

Photos by: Myles Herod – EDM artist The Crystal Method, who released his newest album, The Trip Home, on September 28th, 2018 via Tiny e, performed at the Mod Club in Toronto last night (Dec. 20th).

Photos: Big Wreck, Texas King @ Danforth Music Hall

Photos by: Tyler Roberts – Hard Rock band Big Wreck, who released their newest album, But For the Sun, on August 30, 2019, which featured the singles “Locomotive”, “Too Far Gone”, “One More Chance”, and “Alibi”, performed at the Danforth Music Hall in Toronto last night (Dec. 19th) with London, Ontario-based rock band Texas King, who released … Continue reading

Review: “Stars: Together” Provides Intimate Portrait of Life in a Band

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