By: Curtis Sindrey – Canadian Opera Company’s new production “La Traviata” is a captivating, yet heartbreaking story about doomed true love and the ugliness of society. The story follows Violetta Valéry, a Parisian courtesan and charismatic party host, as she enjoys a bougie lifestyle throwing countless extravagant parties in the fanciest of rooms (think elaborate chandeliers, fine wallpaper, and … Continue reading
By: Jessica Nakamoto – For composer Rob Simonsen, music has always been a venture closely linked to family and emotion. And ever since his Grandmother first introduced him to the piano at an early age, he’s produced nothing short of stellar works. With notable accomplishments ranging from the iconic piano music on Apple’s iPhone 5 “Everyday” … Continue reading
By: Staff – Retro-pop queen AIDA is making waves with her funk inspired dance tracks. Her latest single “Toastin’” follows suit by delivering an irresistibly upbeat tune with a danceable hook. It’s a classic R&B track that touts the importance of independence and personal space in a relationship through soulful melodies. AIDA has collaborated with … Continue reading
By: Staff – Based on his experiences in the Pere Lachaise Cemetery in Paris, Sicilian singer-songwriter Fabrizio Cammarata has premiered his brand new video for “”Come And Leave A Rose”, which was directed by Manuela di Pisa and stars Yauheniya Cherta. “I was in Paris at Pere Lachaise Cemetery and there was an unmarked grave that seemed … Continue reading
By: Lucy Sky – A fter 17 years in Europe, Chilly Gonzales will be coming back to Canada for the final shows on his Chambers tour with Kaiser Quartett, before he takes a yearlong sabbatical to focus on new musical and conceptual ideas. Toronto will greet him at Massey Hall on February 5th, followed by Montreal … Continue reading