Irene Torres previews new album @ Revival, Wednesday

Toronto's Irene Torres will be performing songs celebrating her Peruvian roots at Revival tonight starting at 8 pm. 

Here's the scoop from Irene...

"On Wednesday May 17, I'll be taking the stage with my talented brothers at the incredible nightclub REVIVAL (783 College St) to share the enchanting rhythms of Peruvian music.

"I'm here to plead with you, from the depths of my heart, to be a part of this unforgettable experience. It marks the beginning of my solo career as a songwriter, and I cannot express how much it means to me to share this music with all of you. Alongside some of the most gifted musicians you know, I'll be pouring my heart and soul into every note. Trust me, it's going to be an evening filled with magic.

"This performance holds a special place in my heart because it allows me to share my Peruvian roots. For the past two years, I've dedicated myself to crafting a solo album that pays homage to my heritage, blending traditional Peruvian instrumentation with my own stories and imagination. While the album itself won't be released until this fall, I couldn't resist giving you a sneak peek of what's to come. Rest assured, I promise to take you on a soul-stirring journey through the rich rhythms of Peru, accompanied by lyrics that ignite passion and inspiration within you.

"Tickets are available for $25 in advance and $30 at the door. Don't miss out—grab yours now! And of course, feel free to bring a friend along for an evening they won't soon forget."

https://www.showpass.com/irene-torres-revival/

 

DJ Jason Palma salutes Toronto's Do Right! Music with 20th anniversary tribute mix

Ahead of the Do Right! 20th Anniversary party at Revival tonight, Jason Palma shared some highlights from the label's vast catalog

Here's the scoop...

Toronto club DJ extraordinaire Jason Palma seamlessly weaved together a selection of superb tracks released by  Canadian indie label Do Right! over the past two decades for his highly influential CIUT-FM radio broadcast Higher Ground Radio. The massive mix features music by Soul Motivators, Tush, Maylee Todd, Skeletons, Alister Johnson, Brassroots, Cookers Quintet, Jacob Collier, Feist, Souljazz Orchestra and so much more. Have a listen right here. 

You can get your tickets below for the Do Right! 20th Anniversary Party feat. Jason Palma, a Jazzanova DJ set, Soul Motivators, Tush, The Luvmenauts, DJs John Kong, Brendan Canning, Alister Johnson and DJ Nico at Revival (783 College) on Friday (December 2). 

Hip Hop Karaoke w/ J-Live @ Revival, Friday

Join hosts MC Abdominal & More Or Les with special guests J-Live & DJ Grouch for a massive throwdown. 

José James: The other Minneapolis marvel

There's no shortage of jazz-lite shows around town this weekend with the Toronto Jazz Fest in full swing but if you're tastes run a bit deeper you should do yourself a favour and check out fast-rising vocalist José James and his Blackmagic band at Revival (783 College) tonight (Friday, July 2)  along with Elizabeth Shepherd and DJs John Kong and Jason Palma. Have a listen to what James does with John Coltrane's Equinox and Resolution and you'll understand why the 31 year-old baritone is considered to be the hottest musical prospect out of Minneapolis since the Purple Wonder himself.  Tickets are $25, doors open at 9 pm.

Equinox by José James


Resolution by José James

And while we're on the subject of Prince, that crazy caricature emblazoned tunic he was wearing on stage at the BET Awards on Sunday wasn't simply another head-scratching display of narcissism, the odd fashion statement was actually meant to be a promotional teaser for his new album, 20Ten.
Just as his Planet Earth album was distributed in the UK with the Mail On Sunday in 2007, the 10-track recording which Prince claims has "strong funk and new wave elements" (shock!) is being given away free as a cover-mount CD with various European newspapers and magazines. France's Courier International will have it first on July 8, followed by Belgium's Het Nieuwsblad, England's Daily Mirror, Scotland's Daily Record with their July 10 editions and then the German version of Rolling Stone will have it on July 22.
No date has been set for a North American release but with more than 2.5 million copies of 20Ten being distributed overseas, anyone interested in hearing it shouldn't have much difficulty finding it online next week. 

 20Ten track listing:

1. Compassion
2. Endlessly Beginning
3. Future Soul Song
4. Sticky Like Glue
5. Lavaux
6. Act Of God
7. Walk In Sand
8. Sea Of Everything
9. Everybody Loves Me
10. untitled bonus track




LINKS
José James site http://www.josejamesmusic.com
José James myspace http://www.myspace.com/josejamesquartet