Post is either a tad late or right on time. Either way, lets be real. This is really the only place to be tonight.
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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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1st solo exhibit for photographer Zahra Siddiqui.
Curated by elle Alconcel and Negarra Kudumu, “The Invisible Majority” is the first solo exhibition by image maker Zahra Siddiqui. Known for her vivid portraits, she has explored her creative output and will showcase a new series of mixed media works. This concept of using photography, and interwoven with canvas, textiles, adornments and paint, is a celebration of her diverse roots and heritage. The series is a compliment to the journey of her travels, and unravels with the multiple layers on each canvas. Zahra Siddiqui explores her own relationship to creating and her lived experiences, and showcases that with the persons dignified in each piece.
The exhibitions are open to the public daily (Mon–Fri 8 am – 9pm, Sat–Sun 10am – 6pm) from September 8 – October 31, 2016.
Opening Reception:
Thursday, September 8, 2016
6pm – 10pmArtist Talk:
Sunday, September 11, 2016
2pm – 4pm
Artscape Lounge at Daniels SpectrumPanelists:
Kate Fraser
WolF J McFarlane
Shi Wisdom
Tamara Sylvester
Moderator: Negarra KudumuArtist Bio
Zahra Siddiqui is a Toronto-based South Asian photographer, documenter and visual artist. She picked up the camera 5 years ago and has had the privilege to share space with so many diverse, creative, inspiring and empowering artists of colour. Her journey has allowed her to travel and document not only in Toronto but also New York City and Trinidad and Tobago. In a short amount of time, Zahra has amassed an archive which represents a community of people who she believes is an essential part of what makes our world go round. Instagram: @Zahra_Siddiqui |www.sightandvision.tumblr.
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Come see a living legend do what he does best this Sunday night at Revival. The latest additions to the bill are making the night kinda STACKED too. Looks dope. Shouts to Andre Blenman! More info under the hood!
Sunday Night Live::Live Music & Laughs
Featuring
Saukrates
w/ Special Guests Shi Wisdom, Rochester Juice, Maurice Moore plus More
Hosted by: Comedian Jay Martin
Easter Sunday April 5th, 2015
Revival – 783 College St., Toronto
Doors: 10pm | 19+
General Admission: $15 Advance
Tickets & Info: 647.222.7178 or andreblenman@gmail.com
Online: Ticketgateway.com
Ticket Outlets: Play De Record (Downtown), Broadway Fashions (STC), 2 Lined Music Hut (MTC), Charlies Food Mart (Mississauga), Shine Salon & Barbershop (Brampton).
Video Promo: https://youtu.be/P5qntpCRmEA
CD Mix Promo: https://soundcloud.com/dj-kidsoul/saukrates-sunday-night-live-superfan-mixtape
Canadian Hip Hop Veteran Saukrates aka ‘Bigg Soxx is a 3x Juno Nominated Rapper, Singer, and Record Producer Extraordinaire. Saukrates has been a centerpiece of the Hip Hop and R&B scene for quite some time in Toronto.
The beneficiaries of Saukrates artistry has impacted the careers of K-OS, Kardinal Offishall, Jully Black, Maestro Fresh Wes, Andreena Mill, Choclair and Swollen Members. As well as the new breed of Canadian Rappers such as Drake, Classified, Rich Kidd, Son Real, Tre Mission and Shad. Also, not to mention working with the likes of Nelly Furtado, Nas, Common and Method Man & Redman.
Saukrates latest release the ‘Amani’ EP dropped on Sept 23rd, 2014 ft. tracks like ‘Kingdom Come’, ‘Amani’, ‘Big Bang’ and ‘#FYEO’ ft. Son Real with production by Saukrates, Rich Kidd and Snaz which includes a 2015 Juno Nomination for Best Rap Recording of the Year. This is definitely the time for the Top-Tier Canadian Hip Hop Legend to Reign Supreme as could very well take home a JUNO with ‘Season Two’ in the works as the Next Project. Don’t miss this opportunity to catch Bigg Soxx live on April 5th, 2015 this Easter Long Weekend as he performs Classic Hits as well as New Material.
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The homie Jemelle chops it up with Shi and Michie. Another dope event / initiative as part of the R.I.S.E. movement. Dope!
Host Jemelle Williams sits down with two of Toronto’s most influential artists, Canadian Hip Hop Pioneer Michie Mee and Innovator of Sound Shi Wisdom. The artists shared their insights on the truth behind “Making It,” the challenges behind being a female Creative, and the importance behind being different.
“Alchemy, Benevolence & Culture #ABC2RISE is a monthly speakers’ series brought to you by R.I.S.E Edutainment, LIWI1968 and YYZ Hilightz that hosts established international artists of different mediums to speak on their trials, tribulations and successes in getting to their current stature.
It is an initiative to help closer bridge the gap between emerging and professional artists. Providing artists with the access to resources and information sharing.”
Stay Connected.
Facebook.com/YYZHilightz
@YYZHilightzRISEEdutainment.com
@RisePoetryLIWI68.com
@LIWI68
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After its debut in August of 2012, “Aneemah’s Spot” gets a 5-show run in Feb. starting with 2 shows tomorrow in Mississauga. Dope! Really hope I can make it out to one of these shows.
Meanwhile, in order to help promote the production, music director extraordinaire DJ L’oqenz put together a mixtape of all-Canadian chunes to help spread the word. Tracklist under the hood!
And if that wasn’t enough…L also posted up the original music produced for the play.
Produced by: niteowlnaps aka L’Oqenz for Aneemah’s Spot
Aneemah’s Spot is a riveting dramatic duet set in the millennial MegaCity. Written by Motion, and directed by Charles Officer, the tale follows two childhood friends struggling to cope with the fall out of a tragedy. Starring Amanda Parris and Shomari Downer, the award-winning production features a stylistic sound-scape by DJ L’Oqenz that pulsates like the city that birthed it.
Aneemah’s Spot: www.facebook.com/AneemahsSpot
Event Page: www.facebook.com/events/736289989717261
Tickets: www.aneemahsspot.com/tix
Twitter: @aneemahsspot
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Wow, nice to see a new generation of teens doing what many generations before theirs were doing at their age AND the inter-generational relationships being fostered through these types of initiatives. Get to know more about R.I.S.E. via their youtube channel!
For Immediate Release
The young people of Toronto have a lot of talent, but what’s the best way to nurture and develop it? R.I.S.E is about “Reaching Intelligent Souls Everywhere;” using arts and culture to connect, educate and empower Toronto’s youth, and celebrate their creativity.
From Friday October 25th to Sunday October 27th, R.I.S.E Edutainment, with support from City of Toronto Culture presents, Toronto’s first EDUTAINMENT CONVENTION: 3 days of concerts, artistic workshops, art business development, networking and discussions. The Convention is a holistic way of connecting, presenting and building up emerging and established music and spoken word artists across Toronto.
The Edutainment Convention will educate and empower young artists by connecting them with professionals who have paved a sustainable path in their respective fields. By providing performance, knowledge building and networking opportunities the Convention will help bridge the gap between Toronto’s emerging and professional artists; giving emerging artists resources and experiences needed to grow their own successful careers.
The Convention will be a weekend of performances and learning taking place at the North York Civic Centre (NYCC) and the Toronto Centre for the Arts (TCA).
Event 1 – Rise and Rhyme Concert:
The weekend opens with a concert featuring Freedom Writers and John River inside the TCA’s beautiful George Weston Theatre.Event 2 – Edutainment Conference:
Saturday and Sunday will be 2 full days of holistic development for young artists at the NYCC. Saturday focuses on artistic skill building and features a key note talk by Director X, a videographer who has worked with many artists, including Drake. There will also be workshops for poets, vocalists and MC’s. Sunday focuses on building business skills necessary to make a living creating art. The day will include a panel of full-time artists, a discussion about working in the recording industry and a speed dating session connecting artists with funding institutions.Event 3 – Soulful Vocals Concert:
On Sunday the Convention closes with a second concert at the TCA, with performances by Shi Wisdom and Plaitwrights, among others.Check out the full Convention schedule HERE
The Conference is FREE and open to the public, aimed primarily at youth aged 18-30.
Concert tickets are $10 in advance on ticketmaster.ca or $15 at the door. There are discounted tickets available for non-profits and community groups.
Locations:
Toronto Centre for the Arts (George Weston Recital Hall): 5040 Yonge Street
North York Civic Centre: 5100 Yonge StreetFor more information or interview requests please contact Randell Adjei, Director of R.I.S.E Edutainment:
647-294-6677, director@riseedutainment.comAll blog posts, tweets + other shares are welcome and appreciated!
Much love.
#RISE
Lineup’s looking kinda crazy for Wolf‘s headlining return to The Known [UN]Known showcase series.
The Known Unknown Presents:The Re-Introduction of Wolf J McFarlaneAlongside:
Shi Wisdom x Casey MQ x Lord Quest x Owen “O’Sound” Lee
Sunday, September 29th
Measure Bar
296 Brunswick Ave.
$10 before 9PM; $15 after
Doors open at 8PM SHARP
19+
Soundtrack By:
DJ Lissa Monét & Dj Starven Marvin
Hosted by: Tika Simone
Featuring opening acts:
• ShaqIsDope
• Coleman Hell
• Jaek DeLarge
• Adria Kain
• Gifted
• Nevon
• Erin Reece
• Staasia Daniels
Directed by Danielle Da Silva.
So far every time I get an email with this girl’s name on it, it immediately makes me smile.
Singer/Songwriter Shi Wisdom releases her second official video for single “EASIER”, produced by EnJ and directed by Danielle Da Silva.
Following her sold out headlining show last month presented by The Known Unknown at Revival in Toronto, The Canadian music scene has been buzzing non-stop about the electrifying performance of MissShi Wisdom. While her live show once again solidified her spot as one of Canada’s leading vocalists and performers, it left her fans and music critics yearning for more. The song “Easier”, which has been on heavy rotation on radio stations city wide marks Shi’s second official video which contains stunning visuals that effortlessly illustrate the essence of Wisdom’s lyrical insight and musical genius.
Shi has been a household name at The Known Unknown event series and we’re humbled to be able to present the world premiere of her newest release “Easier” to the masses. Without further adieu, “Easier” by Shi Wisdom.
Follow Shi Wisdom on Twitter: @ShiWisdom
Video: http://youtu.be/n5DQyrWBImAProduced by EnJ.For more information, email: shiwisdommusic@gmail.com
Previously: VIDEO: Shi Wisdom – Supernatural feat. Nev (Cover)
Shi chops it up with NOW in preparation for her performance tomorrow night. Bom bom.
The Billboard charts are full of superstars who started out writing hits for other people: Kanye West, Frank Ocean, Lady Gaga. We perceive their transition into the spotlight as a promotion, and the end goal. But Toronto neo-soul singer Shi Wisdom sees it differently.
“For me, becoming an established writer is more of a priority than becoming a performer,” says Wisdom, born Renee Wisdom. “I will always perform and sing. But that in itself [doesn’t guarantee] longevity. It’s not easy to stay relevant in the scene for many years as a performer, whereas writing is a gift that stays with you.”
So far, she’s doing okay. As well as penning her own songs, Wisdom co-wrote Roc Nation star Rita Ora’s debut single, R.I.P., with fellow Torontonian Drake.
But it’s her rich, versatile singing – part laid-back Erykah Badu, part rolling Beyoncé trill (two artists she’s covered), part edgy je ne sais quoi in her lower register – that’s made her a sought-after headliner.
Wisdom was first an opener at The Known Unknown, a music series started five years ago in the small Bloor and Ossington club Lambadina by Tika Simone. Recognizing the need to spotlight local urban artists, Simone originally called it Intimate & Interactive and intended to perform herself before realizing her calling was showcasing others.
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