While at the Toronto ManifesTO Art Festival way back in September, we ran into a couple fine fellows [Mark & Joe] selling customized super hero t-shirts - known as "Super Heroes Unite!". The thing is, instead of just cutting your head out of a picture and pasting it on to a super-buff animated figure, they actually do a custom drawing of you and incorporate the country / countries you represent.
So being the globe trotter (a la AH) that I am I decided that I would do one for myself. Check it out!
For more information on "Super Heroes Unite!" and to order your own customized super hero visit their website at superheroesunite.com.
Tired of having those blasted telemarketers call your house while enjoying the season finale of "America's Next Top Model". Better yet getting calls while at work on your cell phone thinking it's some kind of *&^% emergency and then answering it only to have someone trying to sign you up for %^&*@# credit card insurance? Yeah you know what I am talking about.
Check out the "National Do Not Call List" - a new service the Canadian government has set up to register your number for them stupid ass people to stop calling your number. FINALLY my tax dollars going to something useful! Check back in a few months to see exactly how effective it is.
While we are on the topic - today is VOTING DAY! Get off your ass and vote, no more excuses it only happens once every 2 - 4 years. You can go to a party to jam up, you can go to a polling station and voice your CHOICE! For more information about voting in Canada visit elections.ca.
Canadian R&B sensation, Dru, is establishing himself as a solo artist. After being at the forefront of In Essence, and winning a Juno and a MuchMusic award in 2004, Dru is ready to make his mark in the industry by releasing his debut album, The One. Kicking off his September promo tour, Dru will stop at 14 different venues across Canada.
TOFLO.com is giving away exclusive DRU prize packs that includes "The One" CD and a gift bag filled with cool goodies. For your chance to win email us the name of DRU's first single off his debut album.
Want More?
Visit DRU's MySpace page Watch DRU's first release "The One" videoon YouTube
Alright so there was a hundred and one things going on this past long weekend.
The first Love & Lust at EMPIRE for Original Concept's James' birthday celebration. Great concept that was followed through to the "T", music was on point but I have to wonder where the crowd was. I mean - the ones that can appreciate good music. The place was well attended and there was still enough room to dance around comfortably. I just don't understand how people show up to this type of party and not shake one leg to Stevie Wonder??? It's Stevie come on man! *Plus the 6-month pregnant woman didn't make for a pretty scene. Birthday or no birthday, it's NO place for a momsie-to-be.
Next up Maxwell concert. The ticket link didn't come through, so I have no real concert review for y'all (I am so sorry!). And I was really looking forward to that show. If anyone has details, please feel free to comment.
Last but not least, making its reappearance on the party scene everybody's favorite 90's jam Nostalgia played host to being the unofficial Maxwell after party who made an appearance in the VIP. Good looking Duane et al. - I heard the party was off-the-hook! I also heard that at 11:30 they had to lock down the doors - and there was about 1,000 people standing outside. Eeeks!
Happy thanksgiving? I think so! Here's to being thankful for everything!
Until someone else (outside of the GTA) blogs about you, right? Well that seems to be the mind state of people in Toronto. But hey we fall victim to that scenario oh so many times (right haters?) and what do we do, as my good friend Ak would say we K.I.M (keep it movin').
TOFLO's own stylist collab-0 Janielle and Sheronna have been spotted making moves in the NYC area and have been featured in Eighty81.com blog about their steez. Check it out!
Our TCQ favorite Q-Tip is back in the mix with his new single "Gettin Up". First thoughts? It's a really dope track. Jiggy and upbeat but still with the cool and fresh undertones that we have all come to know and love. New album "The Renaissance" dropping Tuesday November 4, 2008.
Update
Kory C. gave us a link to another track "Move" off Q's anticipated album. Thanks K!
Alright peeps, I know last minute right. Anyway I come bearing good news, Maxwell will be coming to Toronto Sunday October 12, 2008 at the ever-so-intimate MASSEY HALL for one night only.
While we all sit hear and wait patiently for his next anticipated album (almost 7 years later), we WILL be taking in the lovely sights and sounds of Mr. Maxwell (even if he is an old man!) come Sunday night.
Don't sleep on this one people, check back for full review on Monday.
So Manifest and I headed down to the Kool Haus last night to see Robin Thicke, doing the new CD release gig.
Going in I was expecting a lot from Mr. Thicke. Coming out I felt a bit slighted. Now see, I am not being a hater because as we all know I am a BIG fan... BUT the show was a bit of a disappointment.
He did the usuals, "Magic", "Cocaine", "Teach You a Lesson" and of course "Lost Without You" - which were all done very well. However, I am not sure if it was the venue or him but his voice couldn't be heard all the way to the back of the room. So as I weaseled my way to the front, RT was gone.
Not without an encore though, where he sang D'Angelo's "Brown Sugar" and Al Green's "Let's Stay Together"... umm the last time I checked when you do an encore it's not to sing someone elses' songs. Nonetheless, I stuck around and looked on in disbelief.
And to add insult to injury... at the end of the show he started doing his own version of Lil' Wayne's "A Milli"??? What the hell is this a karaoke bar?
So yeah, not really the best concert I've been to in ages!
I know in the time where bootlegs and burnt DVDs are a dime a dozen and the idea of sitting in a theatre for a couple hours isn't helping you get that money, Spike Lee's "Miracle at St. Anna" is damn near worth the time-out.
With a cast that isn't headlined with Al Pacino and Robert Deniro, Laz Alonso and Michael Ealy et al do the movie justice for that $11.95.
The good folks at Warner Music have teamed up with yours truly to give-a-way copies of T.I.'s sixth studio album release "Paper Trail" featuring featuring appearances from John Legend, Justin Timberlake, Jay-Z and Kanye West.
If its one thing us TOFLO folk like to do, its dance our asses off! Come on down to Revival tonight for the most eclectic party you will ever experience. Rock mixed with Rap, with a splash of Pop and a dash of Old School - everyone's favorite playlist combined for one night in one place.
The last official weekend of the summer and what can I say, it was filled with amazing things to do around the city.
Amnesia's 9th Anniversary Party with special guests Naughty by Nature. They performed for about a good hour and 15 minutes - money well spent! Check out TOFLO.com's YouTube channel for full video coverage of the performances.
Check out the 2nd Annual ManifesTO's main event coverage at TOFLO.com's photo gallery.
And the suspense continues... based on Mr. Espinet's last email, I really have to wonder is it really still a mystery?
I am not letting the cat out the bag but, we have a strong feeling it's Naughty by Nature and here's why:
If you haven’t got your tickets yet, just rush over to one of the locations listed above… or get it at the door. Everything’s gonna be alright. I gotta run – my boy’s girl is throwing his ish out on the lawn – he got caught messing with other people’s property. His own boy ratted him out. That’s why I do my dirt all by my lonely and make sure I take care of my home business – make sure she’s feels my flow – you know… sorta keep my name written on the kitten. Cause when ish hits the fan, girls act the craziest.
See you tonight. 2 years ago we said let there be LYTE… Tonight, when we let the music play, you’ll witness yet another historical Toronto moment that ONLY Amnesia could provide.
Give me tonight to recuperate, and send me your comments to see if you were right about the special guests at the Jamboree.
Let the music play.
Listen to Starting from Scratch tonight at 5:00 PM on the new FLOW 93.5 FM to find out more!
Advance tickets are still available and there will be tickets sold at the door.
TOFLO [hearts & proudly sponsors] ManifesTO! Starting today, Toronto will play host to the second annual ManifesTO: Festival Of Music & Art.
With various events happening around the city, the festival will kick-off with the Urban Arts Forum of the Americas hosted by Maestro, Farley Flex and Sol Guy. Followed by a Film Festival, Karaoke, Arts Exhibition, Concert Series and an After Party with DJ Premiere and Pete Rock.
TOFLO's own Survival Guide 2007 cover boy Shad released his new video "The Old Prince Still Lives at Home" on YouTube 3 days ago, and since has received over a half a million views.
For all those who remember The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, this is a witty & hilarious rendition Canadian style. Peep the video and you'll see what we mean:
Want more?
Check out Shad on Much On Demand this Wednesday at 5:00 p.m. on MuchMusic, or live on tour with Hey Ocean! across Canada this month:
09/16: Ottawa, Algonquin College 09/17: Toronto, The Mod Club 09/18: Waterloo, The Starlight 09/19: London, Fanshawe College 09/24: Saskatoon, Louis Pub 09/25: Edmonton, Urban Lounge 09/26: Calgary, The Gateway 09/27: Vancouver, UBC 09/29: Toronto, Polaris Prize Gala 10/03: Montreal, Pop Montreal
Well, if it's anything Ian Espinet knows how to do, it's building the suspense. Today's installment of "Guess Who's Coming to Amnesia" this Friday continues.
Here are today's hints:
IN THE SPIRIT OF THE GAMES, here are your hints for today...
Let's recap. Here's what you know so far..
There are 2 special surprise guests for this year's Amnesia Anniversary
One is from the genre of hip hop & the other is from the genre of R&B
One is a group
The other is a solo
I'm not telling you which is which...
They are both Grammy award winners...
And they're not Bobby Brown or Ralph Tresvant for all those who have been asking.
Let's add to the knowledge...
The solo artist has a sister that's renowned for her umm... professional activities...
The lead of the group has also become renowned for HIS... umm acting abilities...
The group was the first ever to appear on a prominent urban magazine cover... (arguably the most important R&B magazine ever...)
The solo was a high profile appearance in a certain magazine...
One is ONE OF PEOPLE MAGAZINE'S MOST BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE and ranks in the top 10 of MTV's most nominated artists with 10 nominations...
One ranks in the top 150 most successful R&B artists of all time...
One was responsible for introducing 2 of the 90's most appealing R&B Groups... a female duo and a male trio...
One in addition to having R&B success, has had massive success in dance music too...
Destiny's Child has covered a song penned by one of these artists...
One of the attendees was married to a hip hop group member of massive importance in the 90s... One of the attendees had a hit with one of the greatest hip hop artists of all time - (the UBX or UBR if you will)...
Think you know who it is? Email us @ info@toflo.com for your chance to win tickets!
You know they say "imitation is the greatest form of flattery", but we couldn't help but notice with the "NEW" launch of the Talk of Toronto website, their City Guide looks a lot like our Directory.
So some man says that gas prices are going up by 13 cents at midnight because of the "possibility" of hurricane Ike hitting a Texas gas refinery. A mere scare tactic at best!
So like roaches to freshly dropped breadcrumbs we head to our hotels and wreak havoc at the gas stations.
Why do we continue to let these people control our daily lives?
TOFLO [hearts] Amnesia! If you have ever been to an Amnesia event, then you are aware of the special guests that come through and have you doing the running man for 3 hours straight.
Past guests include Ce Ce Peniston, Lisa Lisa and the Cult Jam, CL Smooth, Special Ed and Chubb Rock. Bigger and better every year, this year is no exception. Stay tuned for hints of who this year's guests will be (and yes that's guestS with an "S")!
Get out your old school t's, throwback Jordans and your tight-up pants and make your way to KOOL HAUS Friday September 19th, 2008.
Well if it were anytime to make that re-appearance to your local music store (like I, it's been a couple years) now would be a good time.
Kardi's first official album release "Not for Sale", off the heels of Akon's newly established record label Convict Music. Go support a long standing Toronto public figure!
I already got my 4 copies (one for the car, one for the house, one for the office and one to have on hand should I meet someone special ;-) )
Yo peeps - the first installment of the TOFLO.com blog and it's great news.
Talib Kweli will be in the Tdot performing at Downsview Park this Wednesday September 10, 2008. Courtesy of the York Federation of Students. Don't say we never did anything for you! Oh and did we mention it was F-R-E-E!
While at the Toronto ManifesTO Art Festival way back in September, we ran into a couple fine fellows [Mark & Joe] selling customized super hero t-shirts - known as "Super Heroes Unite!". The thing is, instead of just cutting your head out of a picture and pasting it on to a super-buff animated figure, they actually do a custom drawing of you and incorporate the country / countries you represent.
So being the globe trotter (a la AH) that I am I decided that I would do one for myself. Check it out!
For more information on "Super Heroes Unite!" and to order your own customized super hero visit their website at superheroesunite.com.
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