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Tag: Toronto

Jordan Astra – ‘All Blessings’

January 15, 2019

Although Jordan Astra is from Toronto, Canada, the singer-songwriter is making a name for himself in Australia, where he’s found himself a base in Melbourne. His new single, ‘All Blessings’, is an irresistable track – dancey, catchy, and complete with bouncy synths and a brilliant vocal from Astra himself.

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X. ARI Releases Highly Anticipated Single ‘Something’ November 16

November 20, 2018

With a goal of empowering others, LA-based recording artist and mental health advocate X. ARI released her latest single, ‘Something’, on November 16. The anthemic track showcases her dynamic voice and signature style, a blend of pop, alternative music, and EDM.

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David Sereny – ‘Spotlite’

September 27, 2018

We’ve covered Dave Sereny before back in April with his single, ‘Talk To Me’. Now the smooth jazz artist, hailing from Toronto, Canada, is back, with the instrumental, ‘Spotlite’.

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Josh Taerk’s ‘Beautiful Tragedy’ Is A Beautiful Yet Very Personal Album

September 25, 2018

‘Beautiful Tragedy’, out September 28, is the third release from Canadian singer songwriter Josh Taerk, and comes three years since his last album, the critically acclaimed ‘Here’s To Change’.

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DJ Kadel – ‘Call Me’

July 18, 2018

With a very pleasing music video comes DJ Kadel and ‘Call Me’. The artist originally hails from Cuba, and is now based in Toronto. His music covers the genres of Reggaeton, Hip Hop, and Latino.

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Astha – ‘More’

July 9, 2018

Astha looked like she had it all. A flourishing career, with sold out shows across the UK, Australia, and Asia, touring with her boyfriend, who also worked as her producer. All was not as it seemed however. Behind closed doors Astha was having breakdowns, falling asleep in tears, and waking up exhausted. Something was missing – she needed more.

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Indie Week Canada Announced For November 6-11

May 2, 2018

Indie Week Canada has announced it will take place this November, 6-11 inclusive, in Toronto. Artist accreditation is now open.

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Dave Sereny – ‘Talk To Me’

April 30, 2018

The talent of jazz artist Dave Sereny has been spotted by long before he decided to fully throw himself into his art. A producer encouraged his gift for singing and encouraged him to take lessons. Six months later, Dave recorded ‘Talk To Me’, his first track as both instrumentalist and singer.

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Toronto-Based Singer Melissa Bel Releases ‘Big Boys Don’t Cry’ A Break-Up Track With A Joyful Twist

April 13, 2018

Following the success of her latest album In The Light, Toronto-born Melissa Bel returns with a joy-filled new video for her single ‘Big Boys Don’t Cry’, out now via Belhop Records.

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Hip Hop and R&B Artist Mayze Announces New EP ‘The Afterparty’

February 22, 2018

Toronto-based hip hop and R&B singer/songwriter and producer Mayze has dropped his debut EP, ‘The Afterparty’.

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Soul Newcomer Kai Exos Announces Video For ‘Fire & Brew’

February 7, 2018

Born in Canada but raised in the US and now based in LA, singer songwriter Kai Exos launched his first full length album, ‘Telegraph’ in 2014. His latest single, ‘Fire & Brew’, is now available on SoundCloud, TIDAL, Spotify and ITunes.

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Sunny Mac Is On A Celestial Swing Ahead Of New Album Release ‘Rabbit Whole’ This Summer

December 14, 2017

Canadian rap/hip hop artist, songwriter and producer Sunny Mac is from Toronto, Canada, and is set to release his album, ‘Rabbit Whole’, in early 2018.

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