A couple of years ago, I made a phone call to Rose to get on a guest list for a showcase at the El Mocambo. Within the first minute of speaking with her, I got this very enthusiastic person who loves what she does, not only as a job, but life in general. She was open...
The Rockpile is famous for bringing in amazing Hard rock and Metal to the west side of Toronto. This particular night was pretty special because there were two solid bands that made this evening special. Ryder Hailing all the way from Queens, New York was the hard...
Kensington Jazz Festival Every year about this time Kensington has a weekend where it is free to express its jazzier side. This is a thank you note to Molly Johnson who has been creating this unique experience for Toronto for the past ten years. In its tenth year the...
Toronto, ON - September 12th-13th, 2025: Boots ’N Beats, the nationwide Country-EDM concert series, made waves in Toronto last weekend with two unforgettable nights at Annabel’s Music Hall. Both shows drew packed crowds, with night one selling out almost...
The New 3030 3030 Dundas St west is now Rosario’s. The good news is Toronto did not lose a music club; it just changed directions a little bit. When 3030 closed, the music scene was saddened by its loss. Rosario’s came in and decided to reopen as a new musical...
Aug 24—Like the opening four words from the (in)famous novel Atlas Shrugged, "Who is John Galt?, we want to know: "Who is Guss!?" It is a substantial and pondering question. One of many we sought to answer as Jojo and Lawrence returned to Gussapolooza in picturesque...
JUSTIN KARAS WILL RELEASE DEBUT SOLO ALBUM FLOWERS WILD ABOUND OUT THIS FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 12, 2025 UNVEILS DARK POETIC ELEGY “TONIGHT” WATCH MUSIC VIDEO HERE UPCOMING LIVE SHOWS IN ONTARIO AND ALBUM RELEASE SHOW IN MONTRÉAL Photo Credit: Jimmy...
Since 1997, Acoustic Harvest has been bringing folk music to the masses in the Scarborough neighbourhood. They are extending a very warm welcome to people who love this kind of music and want to support veteran artists that make this city great as well as introduce a...
If you look at my Instagram post with David Lee, he eloquently explains the purpose of the importance of this festival. Lately Blast Toronto has been to some events that have strong messages about maintaining a healthy music scene. We here at Blast Toronto wants to...
I spoke with Sam from the Band Astaroth. He is the demon of many voices who organized a very special show for the people of Toronto who like to look at villains. Toronto is filled with talented bands that should be playing on larger stages. Sam understands this...
