Toronto Unplugged

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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Getting big into podcasts lately.  Not just me…but a lot of people I know.  There are some very insightful minds on virtually every subject and more and more of them are developing podcasts.
One podcast I was recently introduced to by my man Jim, is John Sakamoto’s Anti-Hit List.  There are a few things I like about this podcast:  1. JS knows his shit  2. Music discovery is a beautiful thing  3. Some of the tunes are outstanding
The Anti-Hit List is a weekly music column by Canadian music critic John Sakamoto.
The column presents a countdown list of Sakamoto’s ten favourite non-hit …read more

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Here is a great Toronto Rock and Roll band….
The Salingers are four friends who share an ideal, a romantic notion of sorts: That rock music can make the small and mundane feel epic and vital, and provide a hopeful soundtrack to the inevitable negativity that surrounds. Or perhaps most importantly, that it can make you walk a little differently – with a little more purpose, with a greater sense of self.
The Sound…part throw back to the late 80’s/early 90’s UK rock scene, part Strokes influence with catchy quick hooks, and some Sloan influence (but way, way cooler).
Standout Track:  2025
The Salingers …read more

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