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Olly Murs’ Charm Elicits Screams, At Least One Bra From Toronto Fans

May 2nd, 2013

It didn’t take long for an overexcited fan at last night’s Olly Murs concert in Toronto to fling a bright yellow bra towards the stage, landing delicately close to the British breakout star’s loafers. It took even less time for his cheeky response: “I don’t think that’ll fit me.” Such was the scene at the [...]

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Posted in Concert Reviews | Posted by Dan Carruthers

Toronto Rains Love on Green Day

April 16th, 2013

Good things come to those who wait. And when the band you’re waiting on has been around for over two decades, it’s easy to forgive Green Day for a paltry two months. Originally scheduled to play Toronto in late-January, the group returned from hiatus and made a triumphant return to form with their show at [...]

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Posted in Blog, Concert Reviews, Concerts & Events, pics | Posted by Dan Carruthers

Billy Talent rock loud with their Dead Silence Tour

April 11th, 2013

Billy Talent proved last week in Toronto that their “Dead Silence” tour would be just the opposite – giving a loud, ravenous crowd an arena rock show to remember. Hits like River Below and Devil in a Midnight Mass sounded thunderous in the not-so-cozy confines of the Air Canada Centre, with the majority of fans [...]

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Posted in Concert Reviews, Concerts & Events | Posted by Allison

Swedish House Mafia make two stops in Toronto for farewell tour

February 25th, 2013

A sea of fans filled the Rogers Centre for Swedish House Mafia’s huge back-to-back farewell parties on Friday, February 22 and Saturday, February 23. Making Toronto one of its few coveted stops for their fittingly named One Last Tour, the trio of DJ/producers put on a show that not only satisfied every electronic dance music [...]

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Posted in Concert Reviews, Concerts & Events | Posted by Allison

Lawson wrap North American Tour in Toronto

February 4th, 2013

North America has been welcoming the British invasion with open arms, so it’s no surprise that the Virgin Mobile Mod Club was packed on Saturday, February 2 for Lawson’s first concert in Toronto. After two sold out shows in LA and New York, the four-piece pop-rock band was ready to bring it all for the [...]

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Posted in Concert Reviews, Concerts & Events | Posted by Guest Blogger

Drake returns home with third annual OVO Fest

August 7th, 2012

Appearing on stage dressed in an all-white ensemble (OVOXO tee included), it became apparent quickly that all Drake wanted for his third annual OVO festival was a party for his city. The Toronto-native ensured that every moment of the night was used to its fullest by not only showing endless amounts of love for his [...]

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Posted in Blog, Concert Reviews, Concerts & Events | Posted by Mehek - Correspondent

Miike Snow bring their mix of pop-indie fusion to Toronto

May 2nd, 2012

It’s no secret that electronic dance music has exploded into the mainstream audience over the past few years. Though DJs like Deadmau5, Calvin Harris, Skrillex and David Guetta have clearly proven their ability to rock a crowd, something needs to be said for the artists who have been incorporating those kinds of sounds into a [...]

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Posted in Concert Reviews | Posted by Mehek - Correspondent

Cults Played To A Packed House In Toronto

April 26th, 2012

Last night New York indie band Cults played to a packed crowd at The Phoenix Concert Theatre in Toronto. Still touring for their debut self-titled album, the band certainly did not disappoint. Following an unexpected long intro, Cults emerged on stage to a roar of cheers and got a bigger ovation when they opened with [...]

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Posted in Blog, Concert Reviews, Reviews | Posted by Alberto

MBF Hits the Road After Epic Show

March 13th, 2012

Calgary’s Michael Bernard Fitzgerald is riding high after a massive hometown show that saw him take the stage with a live band of over 250 people. Held at the Jack Singer Concert Hall last week, Fitzgerald (aka “MBF”) thrilled a sold-out crowd of 1700, melding his acoustic singer-songwriter charm with a marching band, choir, drum [...]

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Posted in Celebrities & Pop Culture, Concert Reviews | Posted by Dan Carruthers

A$AP Rocky Dives Right Into Toronto

February 1st, 2012

A$AP Rocky made his official international debut in Toronto this past Friday at The Opera House. Performing for just under an hour to a completely sold out audience, the Harlem-based rapper went in on his set (and the crowd) to show that he is definitely worth a bit more than a couple of pesos. One [...]

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Posted in Blog, Celebrities & Pop Culture, Concert Reviews, RapCity | Posted by Mehek - Correspondent