Photos by: Morgan Hotston – In Bloom: A Celebration of Teen Spirit and the Arts, a Toronto-based multi-arts initiative that commemorates Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain, held their CMW 2014 showcase on May 6th at The Great Hall in Toronto to raise awareness for youth mental health and promote the arts, which included performances by Sloan, July Talk, DIANA, … Continue reading
Photos by: Angelo Marchini – English alternative rock/indie rock quartet The 1975, who released their debut self-titled album on September 2nd, 2013 via Dirty Hit/Polydor, performed at Kool Haus in Toronto as part of Canadian Music Week (CMW) 2014, with California-based indie rock quartet Bad Suns, who are expected to release their debut album, Language & Perspective, on … Continue reading
By: Elaisha Green (@elaishajade) and Ted Belton (photos) – Toronto art school alum Marissa Dattoli fronts pop-punk band, Crystalyne. The powerful vocalist sat down with us to answer questions about prepping for their CMW 2014 showcase on May 7th, the band’s upcoming southern Ontario tour, and more! Elaisha Green: What shows are on your “must watch” list while you’re here for Canadian Music Week? … Continue reading
By: Daniel Gerichter (@ZenDonut) – Around this time of year, a slew of artists release albums that look to capture the feel-good essence of Summer. This year, Ray LaMontagne’s Supernova shows the 40-year-old singer songwriter from New Hampshire honing a new vibe, a new mood and a new groove, with the Black Keys’ Dan Auberbach on co-pilot producer duties to … Continue reading
By: Staff – With festival season well underway, Riot Fest has announced their 2014 lineup for their Toronto edition, which will run from September 6th-7th at Downsview Park in Toronto. The lineup includes: City and Colour, The National, Death Cab For Cutie, Death From Above 1979, The Flaming Lips, Social Distortion, The Afghan Whigs, Paul Weller, … Continue reading
Date: May 16 | 7:00pm Venue: Kool Haus You can enter only once via one of the following entry methods: Follow Aesthetic Magazine on Twitter and tweet the following message: Contest: Win 2 tickets to @hopsin at #KoolHaus in #Toronto. Follow @Aesthetic_Mag + RT! #hophop @theunioneast | http://bit.ly/1sdkO4g Like our “Hopsin” post and send us a message with your e-mail address included on Facebook Send an email to aestheticmag@gmail.com with “Hopsin” in the subject line. Include your full … Continue reading
We’re giving away 2 three-day passes to Pouzza Fest in downtown Monteal! This year’s edition will feature The Hold Steady, Mad Caddies, The Flatliners, The Menzingers, and more! Each 3-day pass grants access to every venue for all three days of the festival, including secret shows. Entry to a specific show is not guaranteed. You … Continue reading
Date: May 13 | 8:00PM Venue: The Danforth Music Hall You can enter only once via one of the following entry methods: Follow Aesthetic Magazine on Twitter and tweet the following message: Contest: Win 2 tickets to @mogwaiband at @TheDanforthMH in #Toronto! Follow @Aesthetic_Mag + RT! | http://bit.ly/1kQ2LxQ Like our “Mogwai” post and send us a message with your e-mail address included on Facebook Send an email to aestheticmag@gmail.com with “Mogwai” in the subject line. … Continue reading
Date: May 10 at 7:30pm Venue: National Arts Centre (NAC) Opener: Peter Katz You can enter only once via one of the following entry methods: Follow Aesthetic Magazine on Twitter and tweet the following message: Contest: Win 2 tickets to @RoyalWood w/ @peterkatzmusic at @CanadasNAC in #Ottawa! Follow @Aesthetic_Mag + RT! | http://bit.ly/1kPN0aq Like our “Royal Wood” post and send us a message with your e-mail address included on Facebook Send an email to aestheticmag@gmail.com with “Royal … Continue reading
Date: May 10 | Doors 7:00PM | Show 8:00PM Venue: Kool Haus We’re giving away 2 pairs of passes to The 2014 SiriusXM Indies! This year’s edition will feature performances by: Little Dragon, The Hidden Cameras, Hollerado, Born Ruffians, and more! You can enter only once via one of the following entry methods: Follow Aesthetic Magazine … Continue reading