Jay-Z - "D.O.A." (Death of Autotune)

Tonight Jay-Z premiered his smash single D.O.A. promptly after the BET Awards.

Shout out to Yardie for the link!

Kanye West - "Street Lights"

This is one of my favorite tracks off 808's. This video was created by Spanish artist Javier Longobardo. Click here to see more of his work.

Throw Back Video Of The Day: The Roots - "Proceed"

I represent Toronto on the 28th of June...

Classic: Young Michael Jackson Audition Tape

We all know that Micheal Jackson influenced a whole new generation of performers, but who did he idolized as a child? Well that question is answered in the following video where you see a very young MJ performing James Brown's "I Got The Feeling". Peep the videos below to see Micheal emulate all of James Brown's moves for a Motown audition back in 1968.

Micheal Jackson - "I Got The Feeling"

James Brown - "I Got The Feeling"

Michael Jackson Tribute Song - "Better On The Other Side"

The Game Feat Chris Brown, Diddy, Usher, Boyz II Men & more...

Confirmed!: Chris Brown Returning To The Stage For BET Awards

“Michael Jackson is the reason why I do music and why I am an entertainer,” Chris said to Access in a statement earlier this week. “I am devastated by this great loss, and I will continue to be humbled and inspired by his legacy. My prayers are with his family. Michael will be deeply missed, but never forgotten. He’s the greatest… the best ever. No one will ever be better.”

As per Access Hollywood, Chris Brown will be making his return the the stage this Sunday at the BET Awards as one of the many artist that will pay tribute to Michael Jackson. The news comes after last Monday when Chris plead guilty to assault as part of a plea deal reached with prosecutors to avoid any jail time. There will be a lot of mixed reactions to Chris Brown's 1st public performance on BET, several months after the alleged assault on fellow superstar and former girlfriend Rihanna, but here are my thoughts: When Micheal passed most of us agreed that MJ should not be remembered for the controversy that surrounded him, but for legacy that is his music. So why is it that we do not want to let Chris Brown move on with his life? I am not condoning anything that Chris may have done, but he is a 19 year old kid that made a BIG mistake! People, Chris Brown is not going anywhere weather you like it or not. And besides Micheal would have wanted us to forgive CB. I will go as far as to say that Micheal would have personally wanted Chris to perform any tribute pertaining to himself. It's hard to find a performer out now that has not been influenced by MJ, but in Chris Brown it is the most apparent. Chris is eventually going to make his comeback, so why not start with a performance that pays tribute to a man that tried to bring the world together through his music?

Chris Brown's Tribute to MJ

Melanie Fiona Covers “Heartless”

I am really feeling this reggae version of "Heartless". It will be featured on Melanie Fiona's new mixtape with ?uestlove that drops Monday, June 29th. Give it a listen and make sure you pick up her debut album "The Bridge" when it drops this Tuesday, June 30th in Canada and August 18th in U.S.A!

Maxwell – "Stop The World"

It looks like there will be a lot of babies conceived this summer!

Real soul music will be back when Blacksummers'night drops July 7th.

Maxwell – "Stop The World"

Rest In Peace Michael Joseph Jackson

God bless my idol. Nobody has touched more people on this planet than this human being.

August 29, 1958 – June 25, 2009

The Jacksons - "Never Can Say Goodbye"

LOVE: Melanie Fiona - "The Bridge" in stores June 30

Make sure you go yourself 2 copies. Toronto's own Melanie Fiona drops her first studio release next Tuesday. My REWIND-WORTHY picks: Give It To Me Right, Island Bwoy and Somebody Come Get Me.

We love you MF!


Want more?

Check out MF's E-card or visit her official website.

Sean Paul - "So Fine"

Directed by Ray Kay who recently won an award for best video with Lady GaGa's "Poker Face" at the Much Music Awards.

Preview: Kanye West's Louis Vuitton Footwear

Kanye West has been killing the sneaker game this summer with the Nike Air Yeezy's, and now he's about to turn it up another notch with the inclusion of high end footwear (as if Yeezy's were not expensive enough). Earlier this week High Snobiety gave us a sneak peak at Kanye's Louis Vuitton shoes that will drop sometime this summer. The Shoes will premier with two esential models. The LV Don which will be available in 3 different color schemes: white/grey, grey/pink, and a black/black. The LV Jasper is available in 2 different colorways: red/red, and white/purple. The shoes are rumored to start around $900 and up.

So are they worth your $1000? Leave comments.

The Dream – "Hit It On The Road"

This is a new single off of the re-release of The Dream's album called “Love Vs. Money: The Hangover”. This track sounds like Dream's version of Every Girl where he basically lets groupies on the road know what it is. lol

"Now Let the 808 beat up on your ass!"

source

The Dream – "Hit It On The Road"



“Hit It On The Road” (Extended Version Trailer)

Video:Reflection Eternal - "Back Again"

Talib Kweli & DJ Hi-Tek are back at it again with their second album Revolutions Per Minute. This one is expected to be another classic. Video directed by Todd Angkasuwan.

New Video: Ciara Ft. Missy Elliot “Work"

Here is Ciara's new video for the single "Work" directed by Melina, and featuring Missy. In this video Ciara goes back to what she does best...Pumping it hard!

New Video: Clipse Ft. Kanye - "Kinda Like A Big Deal"

"It's a blessin' to blow a hundred thou in a recession. With no second guessin!"

This is my favorite song right now. It shows glimpses of the old Kanye. This video was filmed in a Brooklyn staircase, and directed by Bernard Gourley.

Clipse feat Kanye West - Kinda Like A Big Deal from Malice of the Clipse on Vimeo.

EVENT: Real Good! present HIP HOP LOVE

Back for it's monthly installment, this event is all about the "Hip Hop You Love From All Eras". Going down on July 11 @ DAZZLING. Check the Facebook page for more info!

New Music: Chris Brown - "Smash"

A new CB song has been leaked onto the net, and I am trying to ignore the irony of the song title for obvious reasons. I'm really feeling this song. Say what you want about Auto-tune, but nobody uses better than CB. This is not the finished version of the song (there appears to be lyrics missing for the 2nd verse). Regardless I am sure this song will be bumping on the clubs soon enough.
Sample from: DJ Jean - The Launch



Chris Brown - "Smash"

Happy Fathers Day!

Happy Fathers Day to all the real men out there that hold it down for their families. I hope you get the big piece of chicken!

Lady Gaga performing live at the Kool Haus Toronto

Lady Gaga performing live at the Kool Haus in Toronto, Canada, on June 19, 2009 courtesy of GagaFrontRow. Photos and video after the jump.

Lady Gaga "Just Dance" @ The Kool Haus Toronto



Cover of Kanye West's "Heartless"

This Is Your Brain On Drugs

Drake Now Available On iTunes

via: october's very own


It's phenomenal how successful Drake's music has been even without an official single in stores. Since February DJ's have been playing songs from So Far Gone, and he has been doing shows all over the world on the strength of this Mixtape. There has even been an attempt to sell a fake Drake album. Well wait no longer, the official first single Best I Ever Had is now available on iTunes, and he shot the video for it last week in NYC (directed by Kanye West)

Click here to download Best I Ever Had on iTunes.

Busta Rhymes Ft. Big Tigger - "If You Don't Know, Now You Know"

Here is the 2nd video from the Back On My Bullshit album. This is creative interview-style song where Busta and Tigger rhyme back and forth and actually address a few issues that have come up since the last album.

Technology: Shop With Your Mobile Phone

If you live in Canada, you will no longer require cash, credit cards or a debit card when you hit the mall.


Bell, Rogers, and Telus joined forces and are pioneering an effort to bring forth a "common standard and interoperability" for mobile money transfers across all networks

via:cbc

Mobile phone users with a plan with Bell, Solo, PC Mobile, Rogers, Fido or Telus will be able to register for the service online and then download the Zoompass software onto their phone. By using the software on the phone, they will be able to send, request and receive money to other mobile phones via SMS text messaging, or, if the other user is also a Zoompass account holder, via email.

Money can be drawn from an account the user sets up or from their credit card. Each withdrawal will cost 50 cents from the account, or 3.5 per cent of the transaction if from a credit card. (As a result, sending dollar amounts under $15 are actually cheaper to do using a credit card.)

If you are interested in enrolling check out www.zoompass.com. for more info.

EVENT: Roundtable Ent. present 2000 Til' FEVER FRIDAY Edition

Roundtable Ent. is at it again... this time it's for their monthly installment of 2000 Til' FEVER FRIDAY Edition. All going down this Friday at the CATHOUSE and newly added SKYBAR PATIO (which was blessed by The Clipse last week).

Check out video from last week's events, we guarantee you will enjoy!

Weekend Rundown

If you were in Toronto this weekend and wanted to get out – you definitely had some options. Here’s a rundown of my picks.

Thursday night I went down to Circa and attended the, “Give Money, Make Change” fundraiser benefiting The Remix Project. For those unfamiliar, The Remix Project is an arts, cultural and life skills incubator serving young people located in the heart of Toronto that works to help some of the most gifted but vulnerable young people in the city to realize their own creative and business-minded potential.






The “Give Money, Make Change” event was an effort to raise funds for Remix and help save the program. With a live performance by some of its former participants, a display of artwork from those who have come through the program, a host of sponsors and a silent auction they were able to generate some serious support.

Slakah The Beatchild also held his album release party marking the release of “Soul Movement: Volume 1”. It was a full house at The Revival that night a great line of guest artists including: Tona, Ayah Yousef, Divine Brown, Ray Robinson, D.O., and Melanie D. joined Slakah on stage. If you missed it, you can watch the full show On Demand at www.toflo.com/tv.

Friday night, KRS-One graced The Opera House in an event held by The Wildcore. As expected, KRS brought the house down rocking classics like, “My Philosophy”, “The Sound of the Police”, and “Love’s Gonna Get You”. Professor D, The Wildcore, and Scott Jackson performed. Michie Mee was also in attendance.

On Saturday, my family and I made it over to “Woofstock” - the largest outdoor festival for dogs in all of North America. Woofstock is the go-to event of the year for dogs and the people who love them. More than 200 companies offered the latest in every conceivable doggie indulgence - pooch paraphernalia from food, fashion and furnishings, to toys, gadgets and unique pet services.

Honey Jam – the all-female HYPE talent showcase produced by PhemPhat featuring Canadian based dj's and artists of varied cultural backgrounds and musical genres held its auditions on Sunday at The Mod Club. Over 60 acts crossed the stage hoping to make it to the Honey Jam concert in Augusthip hop, jazz, gospel, pop, dancehall, opera, blues, r&b, rock and even country were some of the genres represented during the auditions. The next Honey Jam showcase takes place August 16, 2009 at the Mod Club - 722 College Street. See www.honeyjam.com for info on tickets and artists performing. To see some of the auditions, check out the On Demand Concert folder at www.toflo.com/tv.

Until next weekend PEACE!

Via: Beanpie

Mariah Carey – "Obsessed" (Eminem Diss)

Oh sh*t...looks like Mariah is going on on Eminem. lol.
This is the first single from the Memoirs Of An Angel album scheduled to drop August 25th. The majority of the album will be penned by The Dream, and produced by Tricky Stewart. Listen to the track and download the song and the remix featuring Gucci!


via: OnSmash

Mariah Carey – "Obsessed"



DOWNLOAD: Mariah Carey – Obsessed | Obsessed (Remix) (Feat. Gucci Mane)

Beyonce - "Broken Hearted Girl"

YES! Another black and white video...

EVENT: TOFLO.com LAUNCH! on Friday June 26, 2009

We are excited to announce our much anticipated event to celebrate the re-launch of TOFLO.com.

We have been hard at work for sometime incorporating a number of new features to enhance the overall look and feel of TOFLO.com as the lead online trendsetter for publishing lifestyle and entertainment happenings in our great city.

You will get to preview and experience some of what the new TOFLO.com has to offer. The event details are as follows;

DATE: FRIDAY JUNE 26, 2009
LOCATION: MARBEN, 488 Wellington St. W.

ITINERARY:

10pm - TOFLO.com Presentation
11pm - Social Mixer
12am - Cocktail Reception (lower level) + PARTY!

There is a strict guest-list in place and we need everyone to RSVP so we can hand the list to them (we are not at the door, they are):

RSVP: RSVP@TOFLO.COM

DRESS CODE: summer+color

All good things,

The TOFLO.com Team

TONA - "Fast Pace" feat. Saukrates & T.R.A.C.K.S

Direct Deposit in stores now!


TONA - "Fast Pace" feat. Saukrates & T.R.A.C.K.S

Trey Songz - "U Belong To Me"

Finally something slow and sexy for the ladies from Songz. I might just put this one on repeat when I have company ;)


Trey Songz - "U Belong To Me"

Drake on his Conan O'Brien appearance

Drake talks about his appearance on Conan
by yardie4lifever2

EVENT RUN-DOWN: Santigold Live in Toronto @ PHOENIX

Gotta apologize for the delayed reviewed, but Santigold's performance a couple weeks back is definitely worth noting.

I was first introduced to Ms. Santi by way of a purchased CD via a good friend of mine and fellow TOFLO blog contributor @RoShine. I was a bit skeptical at first because I am not a big rock/alternative concept type gal. I played it a few times on a long drive to the NYC, which happens to be Santigold's home town (Brooklyn to be exact). And well what can I say, after that it was love at a couple plays :-)

When her Toronto date was announced, it was definitely a show that sparked the team's interest. Funny enough though, not a lot of people knew about it. Come the night of I wasn't sure what to expect. Aside from, really enjoying her album from front to back, I couldn't understand one lyric in any of her songs LOL. Nonetheless, she made it a point to ensure her performance was interactive, energetic and more importantly entertaining.



Her opening act was Philly native Amanda Blank. Who quasi rapped/sang her ass off. She was cool and I thought made a great compliment to Santi. She started with Hold the Line, which is a feature she did with Major Lazer & Mr. Lexx, and continued through her entire catalog on her first self-titled studio release LP. For The Creator, she had members of the audience jump up on stage to dance with her and her 2 very talented dancers to whom she referred to as SG1's. I swear after seeing them dance I was almost inspired to get my MC Hammer pants on and start rocking out like I was on America's Best Dance Crew. Action word there was ALMOST. Thanks to the sturdy arm of @RoShine we managed to get most of the concert on video. Even though we were told to shut it down by the security. A lil' too late if you ask me but I am grateful nonetheless to be able to share it with you all that weren't able to get tickets.

While leaving completely satisfied with that evening's event, the team decided that we would try and see if we could get our TOFLO drops (as per the usual). We managed to talk with Trouble Andrew (Santigold's fiance BTW), Amanda Blank (who talked to loving the city), and of course Santigold herself. We weren't able to get much out of her, because she was understandably very tired and was being corralled into her awaiting SUV to make her way to her next tour stop (MTL).

Bottom line, her live band performance was well worth the $25. Honestly, I think it was worth a hell of a lot more (but I am not complaining). A big SHOUT OUT to the promoter who realized that YES we are in a damn recession and for that our wallets thank you!

To see our coverage, check out our ON Demand folder on www.toflo.com/tv.

Beyonce Ft. Kanye West - "Ego" (Remix)

Birdman Ft. Lil' Wayne, Rick Ross & Young Jeezy- "Always Strapped" (Remix 2)

This is a much better version then the previous one, this time including Officer Ricky & Jeezy. Unfortunately Birdman's is still on this song...

Birdman Ft. Lil Wayne & Mack Maine - "Always Strapped" (Remix)

Originally this song was meant to be for the joint album by Lil Wayne and Juelz Santana called I Can't Feel My Face, but since Camron wouldn't allow clearance for any of the colabs Juelz did at the time, the project never saw full fruition. The song has now been remixed and features Birdman and Weezy's right hand man Mack Maine. I predict this will be one of the big songs of the summer.

New Video: Justin Bieber - "One Time"

If you haven't heard of him by now, get used to hearing the name. Justin is a 15 year old kid from Stratford, Ontario that got a deal with Def Jam based on this YouTube audition. L.A. Reid has now tasked Usher with taking this talented kid under his wings and turning him into the next Justin Timberlake. This is the official video for this 1st single “One Time”; produced by Tricky Stewart.

Linkin Park – "New Divide"

I been a fan of Linkin Park way before their Jay-Z collaborations. This video was filmed on the set of Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen movie, and will be on the sountrack along with Sky Might fall by KiD CuDi.

Linkin Park-New Divide (Trasnformers 2) from ShiaLabeouf-SourceOnline on Vimeo.

KiD CuDi - “Mr. Solo Dolo”

Every body's favorite "Lonely Stoner", with another new track. The album Man on the Moon: The End of Day is due out later this summer.



KiD CuDi - “Mr. Solo Dolo”



Side note: Sometimes it feels good to post a song, and not have to say "feat. so and so...) I guess that is why he is Mr Solo Dolo.

Jamie Foxx & Drake - Digital Girl Remix (Conan O'Brien Live)

We love Drake, and we are very proud of him. But he could have looked up at the crowd or cameras at least once. Maybe his first national TV appearance got the best of him??

Jamie Foxx talks Drake on Conan O'Brian

The Jonas Brothers Ft. Common - "Don’t Charge Me for the Crime"

Rock's most popular virgins meet Raps most popular vegan.
The result: Not a bad song.


via: the smoking section

The Jonas Brothers Ft. Common - "Don’t Charge Me for the Crime"



I promise this will be my last Jonas post EVER! Lol

Nicole Wray - "I Like It"

You might remember Nicole from back in the day when she was down with Missy Elliot, and appeared on songs such as All In My Grill, and Make It Hot. Well after 2 failed business ventures with Missy and Dame Dash she is back with a new single "I Like It". The beat is jacked from 2pac's I Get around, but with a rnb twist. Check it out.



Nicole Wray - "I Like It"

Clipse Ft. Pharrell - "I’m Good"

Them boys from Virginia are back at it again. This sounds like a nice summer song. This will be the first single off of Till The Casket Drops.


via: Onsmash

Clipse Ft. Pharrell - "I’m Good"



Download: Clipse Ft. Pharrell - "I’m Good"

Bonus Track: Clipse Ft. Kanye - "Kinda Like A Big Deal"

Cassie Ft. Diddy - "Must Be Love"

Cassie, when Diddy said he liked it shaved he didn't mean your head. Haha



Why are they not in the same room together? Is that Kim Porter's rules? Why is Diddy so corny? What is she hinting at?

EVENT: OBESESSION starring IDRIS ELBA

The Wire frontman and leading actor along side Ms. Beyonce in feature film Obession, Idris Elba will be in town Canada Day long weekend to party it up with Toronto's finest.

Brought to you by Maximus Entertainment, going down Tuesday June 30, 2009 at SOLARIUM. Peep the EVITE below.

EVENT: What Women Want - Wine, Dine and SHOP in a Dress

You know summer has officially begun when the annual What Women Want event comes to heat up the city streets. Long time friend and collegue Shannae Ingleton presents What Women Want - Wine, Dine and SHOP in a Dress. Dresscode is a must amoungst this elite crowd, so make sure your summer dresses are streamed and ready-to-wear.

Happening on Sunday June 28, 2009 at C LOUNGE. Be sure to buy your tickets early, this event SELLS OUT every year.

And now a word from our lovely Shannae...

"This year's event will feature over fifteen beauty and fashion designers hand picked by Yours Truly! Be sure to check our BLOG to find out exactly who! Whether you are looking for fun and flirty styles by Brazen Hussy, A mini makeover by CARGO Cosmetics or a manicure courtesy of LOULOU Magazine, What Women Want has something for everyone!!! Women will be shopping and socializing in style while enjoying anything from massage treatments, henna artistry, tarot card readings, esthetics toother celebrated activities."

There will be complimentary cocktails, hors d’oeurves and giftbags valued at over $100 will be available for ladies to enjoy.

WTF Of The Day!: Kobe Rape Victim (Allegedly) Freestyle

I don't even know where to start with this f*ckery. The same girl that showed up to the investigation with several different samples of semen in her underwear is now futher embarassing herself with this freestyle. Last year Shaq asked Kobe "Tell me how my ass taste", now this chick is asking "Tell me why my ass bled" *DEAD*



Shout out to Made-Fresh.blogspot for the link.
Please leave your comments.

N.A.S.A. Ft. Sizzla, Amanda Blank, & Lovefoxxx - "A Volta" [OFFICIAL VIDEO]

Very interesting video...

N.A.S.A. - A Volta from elucid on Vimeo.

Your thoughts?

The Alchemist Ft. Maxwell & Twista - "Smile"

Jadakiss Ft. Swizz Beatz & OJ Da Juiceman - "Who's Real"

Dedicated to all the fake people who used to be in my life. Ahhhhhaaaa!!!



Bonus Download: Jadakiss - Who’s Real (Remix) (Feat. Eve, Drag-On, Styles P, Sheek Louch & DMX)

Tanya Morgan - "So Damn Down"

Best of Both Worlds (New School Edition): Trey Songz Ft. Drake - "Invented Sex"

This two are back at it again with another song for the ladies. I know y'all are dying for both of them to make an album together! lol



via: onsmash

Tona - "Major" (Lyve Remix)

Are you paying attention? Because Toronto is on the Muthaf*cking come up! Very few in this city can spit it like Big Tona. He’s got all the tools, lyrics/voice/flow.

This remix is off the Direct Deposit LP available on sale in stores and iTunes now!


via: 2dopeboyz

Tona - "Major" (Lyve Remix)

EVENT: Fever Fridays Grand Opening with Clipse Party presented by Roundtable Ent. & TOFLO.com

UPDATE: 2:43PM June 9, 2009 via Rochelle: Due to scheduling conflicts with Russell Peters. He will not be a part of the grand opening of Fever Fridays this Friday night.

Roundtable & Mass Appeal are happy to announce, that The Clipse will be joining us to launch the Fever. Not only will they be hosting the night they brought along their DJ Rick Geez and will be blessing us with a lil performance.

If you purchased tickets for Russell they will be honored.

For all the info about Friday click here for the invite
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=114167906082



Canadian Front line funny man Russell Peters will be home for 2 shows this Friday June 12 and Saturday June 13 at the ACC. Tickets are near sold-out, so if you ain't got yours by now, you need to get familiar with the scalpers lining Bay Street.

Seriously though, Peters has been making waves all over the world with his multi-racial stand-up act, from China to India to Africa and all the way back to the Americas. Currently residing in LA, Russell always comes back to Toronto to pay his homage. And what better way to do that, then by throwing a gi-normous party. The grand opening of TO's signature patio event this summer "Fever Fridays" @ SKYBAR, Russell will be hosting and blessing the crowd with his DJ'ing skills as well.

Want more?

Check out Russell's official website
Follow Russell on Twitter