On June 7th, 027 brought their fuzz metal/punk rock stylings into Toronto’s United Steelworks – one of the many stops during their ongoing tour across Ontario, Canada. The venue, modest in size but heavy in character, felt like the perfect…
If there’s one thing Mayday Parade has proven after 20 years, it’s that nostalgia and growth aren’t mutually exclusive. Their May 21 stop at Toronto’s History was more than just a celebration of longevity—it was a love letter to fans…
WORDS AND PHOTOS BY ANDREW WU Math-core rock band Dance Gavin Dance made their return to Canadian soil at HISTORY on May 29th in Toronto. The 4-piece band are underway in their North American Tour with an exciting lineup of rock…
On Saturday, May 25, Samia brought her Bloodless tour to The Opera House in Toronto as part of their North American tour. The historic Queen Street venue hosted a capacity crowd for the evening, which began with a stunning set…
Before doors even opened at The Danforth Music Hall, the line for MIYAVI’s May 15th show wrapped around the block. Promoting the deluxe edition release of his LOST IN LOVE, FOUND IN PAIN album, Toronto fans clearly did not want…
On May 9, Arch Enemy stormed Toronto’s Queen Elizabeth Theatre with a fiery set on their Blood Dynasty North American tour. Known for their explosive live shows, the Swedish melodic death metal giants didn’t waste a second setting the tone—opening…
Words and Photos by Darryll Magboo Isabel LaRosa made her Danforth Music Hall debut on May 4th – never repeating venues for every visit, this would also be her 4th time performing in Toronto. The city’s edition of her Psychopomp Tour…
Dreamy-indie-rock-pop band makes a two-night Toronto stand. In support of the band’s fourth album, For Melancholy Brunettes (& Sad Women), released on March 21, 2025, Japanese Breakfast does the double on May 5 and 6 at Toronto’s Massey Hall. Fronted…
Words and Photos By Darryll Magboo The Velvet Underground was buzzing with anticipation on April 22 as L.S. Dunes prepared to take the stage. After killer opening sets from From Indian Lakes and Night Sins, the crowd was fired up…
WORDS AND PHOTOS BY DARRYLL MAGBOO Beth Gibbons stepped onto the foggy, dimly lit stage at Massey Hall on April 6th to a wave of gracious applause—a fitting welcome for a legend long absent from the stage. Performing in…