Toronto Unplugged

Rogers Picnic is this Sunday at Toronto’s Historic Fort York.
Toronto Unplugged will randomly preview the line-up all week….we’re just starting with our favorite. And yes, they spell their name with a ‘U’…you’re goddamn right.
City and Colour is the solo project of Dallas Green, the dulcet voice of Platinum and Juno award winning Alexisonfire. Consistently selling out every venue across Canada and performing around the world (including legendary festivals such as Soundwave, Reading, Leeds, V-Fest) City and Colour’s debut album “Sometimes” achieved Platinum certification in 2006 and recent release “Bring Me Your Love” has already achieved Gold certification. City …read more

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After a one year hiatus, Edgefest returned to the Toronto summer calendar with a very impressive showing.
Highlights included the return of the Stone Temple Pilots, an energetic set by Sam Roberts and a killer performance through a massive downpour by The Bravery.
In my opinion…the more big acts coming to Toronto the better – so welcome back Edgefest and kudos on a strong lineup.
Check out Jam’s review… 
If you were there, give us your highlights.
Image Credit:  Electrobus

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It’s a huge Saturday in the city tonight.  Months back, when tickets were going on sale, you would have had some big choices to make…here they are:
Joel Plaskett Emergency will be opening for Great Big Sea at the Molson Amphitheater
7:30 pm, $39.50-$59.50
The Black Crowes is playing Massey Hall w Grace Potter and the Nocturnals
This will be a solid, solid show.  Send in your reviews.
Massey Hall, $49.50-$59.50
New Music | Spur of the moment pics…
Catl, Bradley Boy @ The Dakota 10 pm, $5
Shortwave, The Giant Baby, Slave to the Squarewave @ The Rivoli, 8 pm

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Emerging Toronto Indie rockers The Coast have a big show on the horizon. The Coast will be featured on the second stage at Edgefest, presented by 102.1 The Edge.
Edgefest is one of the summers biggest concert events and will feature bands such as Stone Temple Pilots, Linkin Park and Sam Roberts.
Just a few months ago, The Coast launched their anticipated debut full-length album Expatriate to a full house at the Horseshoe Tavern.  Although the few hundred in attendance at the Shoe will seem distant to the tens of thousands that will occupy Downsview Park for Edgefest.
Other notable bands on …read more

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THE FREE PRESS launch their debut full-length album ‘HALF TRUTHS & WHOLE LIES‘, at the Horseshoe FRIDAY JULY 11. Doors at 9PM. $8 at the door.
The Free Press’ have worked long and hard at preparing for the debut of their first full-length album, which is out independently this week.
This unapologetically-pop group goes against the grain in choosing to write songs about relevant political and social issues, matching the lyrics with an upbeat tempo and catchy hooks. It’s a refreshing take on feel-good music.
The band sets a good example of social responsibility; even the packaging of the new …read more

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The Polaris Music Prize is a music award annually given to the best full-length Canadian album based on artistic merit, regardless of genre, sales, or record label.
The award was established in 2006 and includes a C$20,000 cash prize. The Polaris Music Prize is modelled after the Mercury Music Prize, which is handed to the best British or Irish album over the past year. The award is sponsored by Rogers, Sirius Satellite Radio, Radio Starmaker Fund, and the Canadian Recording Industry Association, and the ceremony is broadcast live on CBC Radio 3.
This year’s short list for the prize includes albums …read more

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Facebook lurking helped me (re) find Five Star Trailer Park.  I saw an alert that a mate had joined their group and I went back and listened to them again, because I remembered digging their sound when they were featured on CBC Radio 3 back in February.  A very cool indie rock pop band from our fair city. 
Their sound is a vibrant mix of softer sounds and lyrics with rock riffs and strong vocals.  Comparisons have ranged from Ryan Adams to Foo Fighters.
Formed in 2004, Five Star Trailer Park is no stranger to big shows, and its past accolades are plenty. The …read more

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This track from Brendan Canning ‘Hit The Wall‘ was the first single from Canning’s solo album titled Something For All Of Us. The album was released on May 5, 2008 and was available as a free download on the Arts & Crafts website.
The song is a smooth yet funky track with Canning’s power-pop trait rocking through. With the first real days of summer coming around the corner, this is a patio track. Enjoy.

Brendan Canning is a founding member of Broken Social Scene and a veteran indie rock performer who has been a member of various notable …read more

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There have been words exchanged…it’s a healthy little battle.
The feud between Woodhands and Danko Jones began during Canadian Music Week back in March.   The so called spark was Jones saying (in a round about way) that Woodhands popularity is through a journalistic fad – with 12 piece bands and 2 piece electro acts being the current focus – and Woodhands is simply benefiting from the fad.
Woodhand’s reply, “Danko, why you gotta hate on us? Why you gotta hate on us? Danko Jones, where’s the love?“ 
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Rebel Emergency is an innovative band from Toronto whose sound is an eclectic mix of Rock, Reggae and Ska that is undeniable in both its energy and originality.
Check them out tonight at Black Betty – doors at 8pm
The show is free through the Inside Edge – click here for details

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