Edmonton-born rapper Rollie Pemberton, widely known as Cadence Weapon, has released a new anthem for the Edmonton Oilers ahead of their Stanley Cup final showdown against the Florida Panthers. Pemberton, an award-winning musician, has crafted a Stanley Cup version of his 2017 hit “Connor McDavid” to rally support for the Oilers in their quest for […]
Renowned reggae artist Queen Omega is poised to set the stage alight with her highly anticipated Toronto leg of the Canadian tour “Reggae Royals Blazin” at Diamonds Lounge in Pickering, Ontario, on Friday, July 12, 2024. The Trinidadian songstress, known for her electrifying performances and commanding presence in the international reggae music scene, is ready […]
Canada’s Walk of Fame RBC Emerging Musician Program, now in its 12th year, celebrates its anniversary by opening submissions for its 2024 edition. Supported by the RBC Foundation, this program has become a cornerstone for aspiring Canadian musical talents, having nurtured 65 artists to date. The initiative offers over $100,000 in prizes annually, with five […]
The federal government has announced a significant investment to bolster Toronto’s cultural landscape, with a joint investment of $14.12 million for the expansion of the Blackhurst Cultural Centre in Mirvish Village. This initiative was unveiled on Sunday by Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, alongside Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender […]
By Stephen Weir Last Saturday, the city of Atlanta celebrated its 37th annual Atlanta Caribbean Carnival with colourful festivities and an impressive turnout. Known for marking the unofficial start of summer, the event drew over 10,000 attendees who braved the sizzling temperatures, reaching about 93 degrees. The highlight of the carnival was the 4.5-mile […]
By Stephen Weir Two prominent Mas Bands, Fantazia and Lavway will join forces this Sunday for a unique Children’s Band Launch in Scarborough. The event, titled “First Eva Collaboration,” will take place at 280 Consumer Road, Unit 418, in North York on June 2nd. This free event is a groundbreaking collaboration as both bands prepare […]
Nicki Minaj’s Manchester concert at Co-op Live was abruptly canceled after her arrest in Amsterdam, leaving thousands of fans frustrated and disappointed. Minaj, suspected of drug-related charges, was fined 350 euros before continuing her journey, missing her scheduled performance. Imogen Pope and Ellis Day, among the attendees, expressed anger and devastation after spending money and […]
Sasha, whose full name is Sacha Visagie, a rising country music star, has released her first major-label single after signing with Sony Music Canada, marking a significant milestone in her burgeoning career. Before landing the record deal, she had already made notable strides in the country music scene by releasing several EPs, performing at the […]
Conference celebrating Black music and culture in Ontario The Grand River Black Music Festival and Conference, Ontario’s premier Black music conference, is set to take place from June 14th to 16th, 2024, at the Kitchener Public Library. This groundbreaking event promises to highlight the rich heritage and contemporary contributions of Black musicians and artists in […]
The Toronto Caribbean Carnival is gearing up for a transformative 2024 season with newly introduced costume size restrictions and an enhanced educational initiative, in partnership with the Toronto District School Board (TDSB). This strategic update was announced by Jennifer Michelle Hirlehey, Chair of the Festival Management Committee (FMC), and CEO Mischka Crichton. For the Adult […]
