Big Rude Jake was Toronto's original swing punk, blending jazz, blues, and rockabilly into a sound the city never forgot.
Joe Ruicci
I love all Music, but I tend to lean towards Blues and Jazz. I also have opinions on just about everything.....and I have been known to express those opinions freely
Discover the life and legacy of Dutch Mason, Nova Scotia's legendary blues
guitarist.
Haydain Neale was the voice and heart of Canadian R&B band jacksoul. Discover his life, music, three Juno Awards, and enduring legacy.
Discover Dawn Tyler Watson, the Montreal-based vocalist who became the first Canadian to win the International Blues Challenge and earned a Juno Award.
Joe Ruicci – 2026-06-13 – There's a moment when you first hear Carlos del Junco play that stops you cold.
Nestled at 486 Spadina Avenue (the corner of College and Spadina), the Silver Dollar Room isn’t just a piece of Toronto music history
Rico Ferrara: Toronto’s Most Passionate Blues Advocate and the Story Behind Blues For A Big Town 
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Rico Ferrara has shaped Toronto's Blues scene since 1996 — promoter, festival director, blogger, and one of Canada's most dedicated Blues advocates.
Björk's influence on music spans three decades — from pioneering electronic pop to shaping artists like FKA twigs and Bon Iver. Plus: her new...
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The Johnny Max Band stands as one of Canada's premier blues acts, delivering authentic roadhouse soul music for over three decades.