"The Underground Never Left" | A Night at BSMT 254

The thing about underground hip hop in Toronto is that… it’s always been around. It just found a new home.

City Life, News + Reviews & MoreRhandy AdolpheDecember 8, 2021BSMT 254, hiphop Comments

Toronto rapper Nue releases new single Thousand Times

Toronto-based rapper Nue releases the memorable new single "Thousand Times" from his forthcoming full length album Playground due in 2022.

City LifePtytor RusellNovember 24, 2021Toronto Music SceneComment

401 WST release new EP Our House II

401 WST release their new EP Our House II.

City LifeRhandy AdolpheNovember 5, 2021Toronto Music SceneComment

Canada's new Black music business collective - to tackle anti-Black racism

A series of moments have led to this movement and we all have an important part to play. How do we address anti-Black racism in the Canadian music industry? This 10-week series of discussions with music professionals from the Black community will share their experiences as well as ways we can start to make meaningful change.

Ptytor RusellAugust 4, 2020Comment

UNHEARDOF gets LOUD

How a local music tech company created a night of concert, connection and community.
Authored by: By: Elle Côté

City LifeElle CoteJuly 25, 2019Elle CoteComment

Um... Do You Even Drive?

Clairmont the Second’s album release party wasn’t a party; it was an experience.

City LifeRhandy AdolpheMarch 26, 2019Comment

R&B Artist SYLO NOZRA Premieres Highly Anticipated Album Mud Mask

Sylo Nozra’s Mud Mask provides eight vibrant singles with smooth tempo soundscapes complimented with tropical rhythms.

Rhandy AdolpheSeptember 17, 2018Comment

The shows goes on for Howlin’ Circus

From breakup to makeup to addressing the corrupt, Howlin' Circus tells us why they couldn't give it up.

Elle CoteOctober 20, 2017 Comment

Dad Music with a Lover's Touch

Nothing is gentler than a Lover's Touch.

Vanessa NimSeptember 6, 2017Comment

How Parvaaz is (literally) defining their name

From India to Toronto, psychedelic rock band Parvaaz have set their sights on a brand new audience.

Elle CoteSeptember 2, 2017Comment

The Skype Sessions: Mike Don't Edition

A new series that features mixes from your favourite Djs and producers. Check out Mike Dont's Carribean Festival Mix

Rhandy AdolpheAugust 6, 2017Comment

The musician, the movement: grandson

A voice the world is destined to hear.

Elle CoteAugust 4, 2017 Comments

The Future Of Art is Here

Not going to lie, it looks like the best part of an acid trip....I'm assuming.

Rhandy AdolpheAugust 3, 2017Comment

The Constant Cultivation of Kalya Ramu

"It was scary, but then I was like ‘F*** it, I’m doing it’ and it worked out.”

Elle CoteAugust 2, 2017 Comments

Toronto Womxn Helping Womxn by Hosting Weekly Womb Circles

Asia Clarke, Jade Lee Hoy, Ruth Titus, and Virgilia Griffith discuss the importance of safe spaces and support between marginalized womxn.

Vanessa NimJuly 22, 2017Comment

Justin Nozuka's Resurgence

In a sit-down interview with Elle, Justin Nozuka shares the tales behind his inspirations, music and future plans.

Elle CoteJuly 5, 2017 Comment

Electric Island Gearing Up For Canada Day

On Saturday, July 1st, Canada will celebrate its 150th year, while Electric Island also celebrates its 5th Canada Day anniversary celebration.

Ptytor RusellJune 29, 2017Comment

NXNE 2017: WTF tho?

Despite a few setbacks, NXNE partied on at Toronto’s Port Lands, and Elle and Vanessa were there all weekend to rep Team Lupinore. Here’s their very honest review of the festival.

Vanessa NimJune 28, 2017Comment