As the humidity has dropped off considerably, those craving the oh-so-far-away sweltering days of summer may want to head out to The Gladstone this evening for another Turning Point session. This time, chief conductor A Man Called Warwick will be spinning tunes all by his lonesome on a solo five hour set of MADNESS. Doors open at 10 and the entry is $10. And as usual, get there early to avoid the lineup.... [continue]

It's that time again—dance, feet, dance. After a scrumptious BBQ or a cat-like nap, pick your bones up and head over to the Gladstone Hotel where A Man Called Warwick and guest DJ General Eclectic will be turning up the big tunes for all the lovely peoples. Best bet is to always arrive before eleven to make sure you get through the doors without a wait.... [continue]

If you've ever noticed half of a bike coming out of a wall, naked plywood people screwed into the facade of a building, a portrait of the Gladstone pasted to the Dufferin bridge or a fat rope chain hanging from the next of Adam Beck, then you've seen the work of Specter. A self-proclaimed prankster, Specter's canvas is the city. Always inventive, his art is meant to brighten one's day and cause people to... [continue]

Spring is in the air. Can you feel the love? Apparently while in town this past weekend for a speaking engagement at The Learning Annex Real Estate and Wealth Expo, The Donald also found time to take his message to the streets. Apparently the beef with Rosie is finished and The Donald has developed a new affinity for this star of The View. What a big softie! Find more here, and see some more... [continue]

Has it really been that long since the last Turning Point session? Apparently it has, and apparently it's also March. So, to kick off the third month of this here year, A Man Called Warwick and special guest SENOR VISHAL, who's coming from a recent trip to Columbia where he had a successful mission in unearthing loads of hot tropical riddims, will be spreading aural joy to the droves of dance crazy peoples this... [continue]

Although the temperature may be cold enough to cause limited use of one's extremities, let this not be an excuse for getting your feets, hands and ass (yes, the ass is an extremity, especially the bigger one's booty) out to the Gladstone Hotel this Saturday night for Turning Point, hosted by the multi-talented, A Man Called Warwick. Those who have been out for a Turning Point session before know just how lively they can... [continue]

Click the image to see it bigger. Warm wishes and happy holidays from Zanta and Fauxreel. Yes! Yes! Yes! (Find it at Queen & Gladstone. Check out the "making of" photos from start to finish after the fold.)... [continue]

Ahh yes. One last Turning Point session for 2006. Join A Man Called Warwick and scores of attractive, energetic and soulful peoples for a night of fun and adventure, or maybe just dancing. It's at The Gladstone this Saturday Dec 9th (tomorrow night) and you know it's going to be busy so show up before 11 to make sure you get in.... [continue]

When the weather is this shit the best thing to do is either hang out with friends at someone's house and tie one on, or go see a flick or two. Last night was time for the latter and the film was Rock The Bells. The film takes a funny, behind the scenes look at the trials and tribulations faced by a promoter trying to book the entire Wu Tang Clan for a live... [continue]

Has it been 10 years already? Making its final stop on its Canadian tour, Resfest touches down at the newly named Theatre D (formerly The Royal) on College starting this Thursday November 30. Running all weekend, with some 100 works in 15 different programs, Resfest continues its mandate to showcase eclectic international shorts with a mix of live action, animation, motion graphics and documentary. Fortunately the good people at the festival have given us... [continue]

If you read last week's Now you'll know all about cover girl Elizabeth Shepherd and her trio's recent swinging set at The Jazz Cafe in London. Now back on home turf, Elizabeth brings her amazing voice, killer chops and strong compositional skills for a set to celebrate the release of her debut album, Start To Move, at The Supermarket tonight, accompanied but of course by her trio. Tickets are $10 and the doors open... [continue]

Adam Beck did it all. He was knighted, he founded the Hydro Electric Power Commission of Ontario and he was a pimp. With the large statue of him in downtown Toronto that was recently adorned with some of his vintage jewelry, he must have had quite the stable of hoes.... [continue]

Night time is the right time when you've got an inch to get up. Dundas West & Bloor. Check out the link for more.... [continue]

From where the men are men and the women are wrapped in layers of clothing comes the five piece cinematic stylings of Huskey Rescue. Smooth, chilled out and laid back is their way, which should be a perfect reprise for those soaking up the heat from the Caribana parade. To enhance the evening's events, you'll also discover the delicate and devastating sounds of The Elanors and the always interesting mix ups from turntable fanatics... [continue]

Be prepared to drink lots of fluids all day and hydrate yourself for tonight A Man Called Warwick and his insane dance session, Turning Point, is in effect for a mid summer shakedown at the Gladstone Hotel. Senor Vishal will be tonight's special guest DJ and with Warwick they'll certainly bring a nice blend of tropical funk styles. Those very interested in going should get there before eleven, as a line up is sure... [continue]

He pretty much invented the mash up phenomenon with his Hollertronix partner Low Budget. His live sets bride gaps from Brazilian Baile Funk to almost forgotten 80's classics to Southern Crunk. Dance floors swerve, careen and generaly go buck wild when he's in control of the decks. He's known as Diplo to most and Wes to his mom Ms. Pentz. He's performing at The Mod Club tonight for $15 and he's gonna make it... [continue]

Busy weekend Toronto. Art lovers have the TOAE, car junkies the Molson Indy and those interested in the ones and twos have the Toronto DJ Festival. In addition to the Toronto eliminations of the DMC Canadian Championships, there will be product demos from Stanton, Newmark and Rane as well as the first ever Serato Showcase which will feature DJ's spinning sounds from their computers. Ain't technology grand. Sponsored by Universal Urban, the whole thing... [continue]

There's gonna be a couple of skid bag DJ's named Paul Devro and m!g!h! spinning chunky southern Parisian Iraqi pop gangsta music at Drug Money's party at The Boat this evening. If you're one of the lucky few, you might even get a spliff of sensei for showing up. Hopefully you're confused.... [continue]

Live turntable musicianship will be the card played at Palette III by Moonstar, iNSiDEaMiND, dj VETERAN, Colin Fisher and eNLIGHT at the Gladstone tonight. Expect crazy beat blending, ad lib turntable instrumentation and audience participation. This will be special. Doors open at nine but necks won't be in full swing until 11 at the earliest.... [continue]

There's this guy who lives somewhere in Parkdale who spends countless hours on his computer creating illustrations, renderings, layout and only Derka knows what else. Apparently he also teaches a class at OCAD about how to be awesome. And when he's not liking the number nine, he makes these itsy bitsy finger sandwiches with the crusts cut off. And he just updated his website called Nove Studio. One of these statements isn't true. While... [continue]