This. Sh*t. FREE. i.e. That. Sh*t. Cray.
This is also the first time Rochelle Jordan will be blessing the city on the live stage with a major show (pretty sure). Crazy, considering her buzz.
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Previous: VIDEO: Rochelle Jordan Interview w/ Harbourfront Centre (Meet Rochelle Jordan)
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A Toronto institution celebrates 16-years tomorrow night at Harbourfront. You should celebrate too.
]]>Honey Jam: Then & Now is a reunion concert and photo exhibit showcasing iconic images from the past 16 years of Honey Jam, the longest-running talent showcase in Canada. Honey Jam is a multicultural developmental initiative providing networking, educational and performance opportunities for female artists in all musical genres. Honey Jam: Then & Now also pays homage to black music and its influence across all cultures around the world.
Hosted by Michie Mee, the event will feature Honey Jam alumni performing tribute songs while paying homage to inspiring black female artists. An accompanying slide show will feature iconic photos, interviews, video highlights, press clippings, flyers, ticket stubs and other memorabilia from 1995 to present. Featured artists include Jemeni, Belinda Brady, DJ Melboogie, Kellylee Evans, Kim Davis, True, Motion, Eternia, Natasha Waterman, Saidah Baba Talibah and more!
Perfeck Strangers (Dan-e-o & Promise) along with Theo3, New Breed MC and Heat rock out this week at The Casbah in Hamilton (306 Main St. W).
WEBSITE: http://www.perfeckstrangers.com
FACEBOOK: http://www.facebook.com/perfeckstrangers
TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/perfeckstranger
YOUTUBE: http://www.youtube.com/perfeckstrangers
http://radio3.cbc.ca/play/
http://itunes.apple.com/ca/
http://www.easparkpro.com/
http://radio3.cbc.ca/play/
Previously: NEW VIDEO: Perfeck Strangers (Dan-e-o & Promise) “Ghetto” (Directed by Andre Rehal)
Previously: NEW VIDEO: Promise feat. Jhene Aiko “Against The Odds” (Directed by Andre Rehal)
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WHO: Blocktrade Music Presents Wale
WHAT: The Ambition Canada Tour
WHEN: Friday, January 20th, 2012
WHERE: Phoenix Concert Theatre
Ticket locations: Ticket Picket: www.ticketpicket.com/waletoronto
Ecko Unlimited – GTA locations: Vaughan, Markham, Bramalea
Play De Record – 357 Yonge Street
Broadway Fashions Clothing – 361 Yonge St
The Spot – Square OneArtists Performing:
Wale — “Lotus Flower Bomb” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKvhkcJDbzY&ob=av3e
Harvey Stripes – “Must be the Money” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1pQOUKXBRXU
S Dizzy – “Why Do I Write?” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vQg5uXWc7kM
Jigz Tha Flyer – “Is It A Crime?” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Jy1aZaNKXc&feature=related
Ronny Orleans – “Freshman Freestyle 2011″ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JnIZloiG4-U
Blocktrade Music Record Label & Website drops JANUARY 20th 2012
“Music Is Our Language”
DunKno.ca presents another installment of “Droppin’ Knowledge” with featured artists Emilio Rojas from NYC and local acts Ray Ray Malone, bizzarh and Jake Bluez.
It all goes down this Friday January 6th @ The Rivoli (332 Queen St. W).
Previously: VIDEO: The Get By, Tre Leji & Action Bronson “Droppin Knowledge” (Event Re-cap) (Directed by Zac Facts)
Previously: VIDEO: Roshin (of Notes To Self) speaks on “Droppin’ Knowledge” Tonight @ The Rivoli!
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Sooo….I know I said Sake & Soul is the only place you need to be in the world tonight but if in some way you can be in two places at once here’s the next joint. No idea who Burnz in Hell is but Blake and Minty are performing so that should be dope.
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This is actually the only place you need to be on Sunday. In the world.
This show has unfortunately been cancelled due to illness…:(.
THE LAST KNOWN UNKNOWN SHOW OF THE YEAR
PRESENTS:
SHI WISDOM LIVE
WITH OPENING ACT:
COURTNEY TAYLOR
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 18TH
DOORS OPEN AT 8PM
$10 BEFORE 9PM; $15 AFTER
19+ ONLY
@ LAMBADINA LOUNGE
875 BLOOR STREET WEST (ONE BLOOR EAST OF OSSINGTON SUBWAY STATION)
HOSTED BY: TIKA SIMONE
Previous: NEW ALBUM: Burd & Keyz – Keyz of Life
Previous: VIDEO: Shi Wisdom “1+1″ (Cover)
Previous: NEW VIDEO: Shi Wisdom – LoveSpeak feat. KJ (Directed by David F. Mewa)
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ALSO FEATURING PERFORMANCES BY THE INCREDIBLE:
• O’SOUND
• TAMARA MADISON
• STAASIA DANIELS
• SHELDON DIXON
• ERIK FLOWCHILD
• RECOIA
• SAVANNAH RE
• MISHA-Q
• GMF
• SELAH
• KHANDI
• ADRIA K
LIMITED $10 GUESTLIST!!!!
EMAIL THEKNOWNUNKNOWNINFO@GMAIL.COM FOR GUESTLIST!!!
FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE –> http://www.facebook.com/events/299492370091427/
For more information on The Known [UN]Known, email theknownunknowninfo@gmail.com
Follow The Known [UN]Known on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/knownunknowninc
Follow us on Tumblr: http://knownunknowninc.tumblr.com/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JgOhzF6V0R0
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OUOpZr7hwGc
Ayah blesses Sake & Soul this Thursday night at Dazzling. Should be dim sum dope.
Previous: NEW VIDEO: DJ Jazzy Jeff & Ayah “Forgive Me Love” (Directed by Slakah The Beatchild)
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Some of the city’s finest smokers gather in ritualistic form to pay homage to cannabis sativa, rap music and my celebrity crush. I heard they all get high and bow to her while reciting the words to this.
The Known [UN]Known Presents:
THE STONER SHOW 3
THE LAST STONER SHOW OF THE YEAR!!!
…
***420-Friendly***FRIDAY, DECEMBER 9TH
DOORS OPEN AT 7PM
*Bring Your Own Weed* B*Y*O*W
$15 BEFORE 9PM; $20 AFTER
18+ ONLY
@ HOT BOX CAFE
191 BALDWIN STREET — KENSINGTON MARKET
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MOSES x JELLY TOO FLY
With Performers
• MOSES
• JELLY TOO FLY
• PROTEJAYE
• LOLA BUNZ
• C.WILSON
• JAEK DELARGE
• PROWLA
• SUPREME SWISS
• ABLYSS
• KHANDI
• CHILLAZ
• JAI JONES
*Don’t miss this one!!!*
FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE –> http://www.facebook.com/events/198390566914029/
This is actually the only place to be on Thursday night. In the world.
WHAT: The 2nd Annual “Gift of Music” (benefiting MusiCounts)
WHERE: The Hard Rock Cafe, Toronto
WHEN: December 8, 2011 (doors open at 8pm)
WHO: Presented by Kid Kut | IV Play | Darling Nicky
HOST: Michie “Badgal” Mee
MUSIC: Andreena Mill, Divine Brown, Slakah the Beatchild,
August Rigo, A-GAME, Rich Kidd, Ms Paige, Shi Wisdom,
Omar Lunan, Shaun Boothe, Yosvani and MORE!
DJS: Jester, DJ Rych Kydd and DJ O-nonymous
TIX: $15 ADVANCED at www.ticketgateway.com
$20 at the Door**Note: 100% of the proceeds go to MusiCounts (see below for details)**
Full details under the hood.
]]>Toronto’s three time Stylus Award winner Kid Kut in collaboration with IV Play Entertainment and Darling Nicky return to present an evening of music to benefit MusiCounts Canada –
On Thursday, December 8th, 2011 at the Hard Rock Café (259 Yonge Street at Dundas) Kid Kut and fellow music lovers Natalie “IV Play” Powell and Darling Nicky invite you to share in “The Gift of Music”, an event featuring live performances by a star-studded roster of artists that have made an impact on the Canadian music industry, and share his love of music. This A-list event, hosted this year by Canadian Hip-Hop legend Michie “Badgal” Mee, shall feature live performances by Andreena Mill, Divine Brown, Slakah the Beatchild, August Rigo, A-GAME, Rich Kidd, Ms Paige, Shi Wisdom, Omar Lunan, Shaun Boothe, contemporary violinist Yosvani with appearances from several surprise guests. An after party will follow with music by three of Toronto’s top rated DJs: Canada’s Most Versatile – Jester, 2011 Stylus Rated NEXT DJ of the Year DJ Rych Kydd and DJ Ononymous of 105.5 CHRY.
“I was humbled by the support we received with our launch of The Gift of Music in 2010, and are thrilled to continue the mission to support MusiCounts by giving the gift of music” — Kid Kut
MusiCounts associated with CARAS, is a charity based organization that focuses on supporting music programs in schools across Canada, ensuring that children of all walks of life have access to music education through instrument grants, scholarships and other music initiatives. On September 30, the 2011/2012 Band-Aid grants were revealed with $600,000 will being awarded through 69 grants, in both $5,000 and $10,000 increments, impacting 85 schools across Canada. For more information on MusiCounts, please see their official website at www.musicounts.ca.
The Hard Rock Café, located in the heart of Toronto, is a perfect venue for such an event which boasts a long history of live performances. With limited advanced tickets available, it is strongly recommended that you purchase yours early, as it is guaranteed to sell out.
On December 8th, 2011, you can expect an evening of unparalleled musical entertainment, along with the opportunity to give the gift of music to generations to come via silent auctions, and raffles. 100% of the proceeds will be donated to MusiCounts Canada on behalf of The Gift of Music Team.
“Music has always played an important role in my life. I am honoured to be involved with an event that allows children to grow and benefit through the joy of music” – Natalie of IV Play.
“Music touches our lives on the deepest of levels. It educates us, unifies us, and inspires us.” – Darling Nicky
Tickets to The Gift of Music can be purchased online at www.ticketgateway.com OR at the following ticket outlets:
WEST (Brampton)
SHINE Barbershop and Hair Salon – 905.790.3031DOWNTOWN (Toronto)
Play de Record – 416.586.0380EAST (Scarborough)
Broadway Fashion – 416.296.0609For info and booth reservations please email info@kidkut.com or call 416.858.2191
Please join us at The Gift of Music on December 8th, 2011 at The Hard Rock Café.
For General Info: info@kidkut.com
For Media Inquiries: darlingnicky@kidkut.com