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How to beat Ticketmaster and score tickets to the hottest summer shows
With peak concert season upon us, Toronto fans are doing everything in their power to get tickets to the hottest summer shows. Many are queuing online for hours before the initial ticket release times and even spending hundreds of dollars in order to secure a spot, but the one frustrating obstacle standing between them and the artist's they love are ticketing platforms, like Ticketmaster, that have made successfully checking out near impossible.
TÖME: Going beyond four walls
Toronto-based singer and songwriter TÖME had quite the year in 2019. From the release of her debut EP TÖMESROOM: Chapter One to touring with Nigerian recording artist Mr. Eazi and opening for heavyweight international artists such as Burna Boy and Wizkid, TÖME carved out an impressive path that’s continued to be fruitful. She recalls a performance in Birmingham, UK, as a defining moment in 2019.
Mastermind: 33 years in hip-hop
When it comes to hip-hop, Mastermind has earned his spot as a trusted figure in Canada. With over 33 years of experience — as a DJ, on-air radio personality and influencer — he is known for his outspoken personality and intrinsically sharp taste in music. Throughout his career Mastermind, born Paul Parhar, has often been credited by artists for giving them their first radio play or by listeners for giving them their very first introduction to hip-hop.
Cazhhmere: Taking filmmaking beyond music videos
Cazhhmere welcomes the Urbanology team into her apartment with outstretched arms. “Welcome, welcome, come on in,” she says as she reaches in for a hug. (Note, this is pre-pandemic.) Donned in a black hoodie, gold chains and dark jeans with a pair of all-black Timbs, she motions for us to hand her our coats and ushers us into her living room. Seated on her sofa, a view of the city’s lake shore can be seen from her grand window. She sits down and her French bulldog puppy Feta scurries closely behind.
Sauga City Music Festival gives Peel artists much-needed platform
Events Tory Lanez, Alessia Cara, Haviah Mighty, Director X and PartyNextDoor all have Peel roots. This festival aims to spotlight rising talent from the area. Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Email Share Share on Facebook Share on Twitter LinkedIn Email Toronto has been in the music industry’s spotlight for some time now. Globally recognized artists such as Drake, The Weeknd and Tory Lanez all hail from Toronto and the surrounding area.
Notifi in spotlight after mysterious debut
Sitting outside Toronto’s Drake Hotel ahead of a performance for Manifesto, Notifi laughs when asked about his writing process and whether he goes off the top or writes things in his phone. “Well I have the worst memory first off. I write everything down in a notebook, so I got a bunch of notebooks stacked up at home,” he says. “The only thing I write in my phone is the hooks.” Notifi’s name has had the city buzzing for some time now.
DJ Agile and Ammoye bring the heat in “Flavor”
Share Share on Facebook Share on Twitter LinkedIn Email DJ Agile and Ammoye’s sunkissed video for “Flavor” is filled with Caribbean vibes and just the right amount of flavor to make you forget winter for a few minutes. Toronto-based DJ and super producer Agile teamed up with four-time Juno-nominated singer and songwriter, Ammoye, to deliver “Flavor” — the first track from Agile’s upcoming project We’re Never Done.
The Sorority declare their loyalty on “Switch”
Share Share on Facebook Share on Twitter LinkedIn Email Over a year since the release of their debut album, Pledge, and deciding to take a step back to focus on their solo projects, dynamic rap trio The Sorority, are back with a brand new single “Switch”. “Switch” is a song made especially for those that think of themselves as ‘ride or die’ and hold down their friends and family through thick and thin.
Haviah Mighty: A force to be reckoned with
Daring. Bold. Outspoken. From spitting a defiant feminist empowerment manifesto on “In Women Colour,” to addressing America’s prolonged history of racism and slavery on “Thirteen” — a track she wrote before she saw Ava Duvernay’s 13th documentary — Haviah Mighty opens up to listeners using personal experiences and historical moments. She conveys powerful messages encouraging others who have been oppressed to channel their strength by using their voices to speak out.
Jordon Veira’s legacy shines bright
The Daniel’s Spectrum event space in Toronto’s Regent Park is dimly lit. Painted photos of the late Jordon Veira are propped on top of easel stands at every co rner. Guests’ all-white outfits pop against the brightly coloured walls. The luminous spotlights break through the shadows, emphasizing the mid-size performance stage and the chalkboard wall of handwritten love notes to Jordon hanging from strings of lights that shine bright – just as he did.
TÖME exudes unapologetic confidence on debut EP
Share Share on Facebook Share on Twitter LinkedIn Email A blend of sultry serenading R&B vocals combined with a touch of Francophone flare, over top of Afro-Caribbean beats. That is the sound of Canadian Afro-R&B artist TÖME. The Toronto based artist has been on the music scene for a few years now, working tirelessly, releasing songs and opening for major acts including Afro-fusion artist Burna Boy. Recently TÖME released her debut EP TÖMESROOM: Chapter 1.
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