“Reminiscent of the Latin songstress of days of old… strong and defiant while soft and vulnerable…” – METRO News A distinctive Latin / Jazz artist, Amanda Martinez brings flair and variety to each and every one of her songs. Her sound is a blend of musical influences, including flamenco inspired rhythms, Afro-Cuban beats and Mexican [...]

It has been over 7 years now that Dirty Maria exploded onto Toronto’s thriving rock music scene. The members of Dirty Maria have forged their unique sound by fusing the different styles that influence them to make their sound edgy, sexy and definitely latin. The band, like Toronto represents a hybrid mix of cultures.: Mexico [...]

Rasta Phil was originally born in Trinidad as Philip Thomas. As a child, he attended the Seventh Day Adventist Church with his mother – Sarah Thomas. It was in his church where Phil’s musical talent all began. Phil spent most of his childhood in Trinidad as well as Boston. He grew up with many brothers [...]

By Magda I de la Torre, DIVERSITY EMERGING COLLECTIVE It feels so good to be part of a publication of this type . . . it showcases new artists & new music and it’s Charts , it allows us to mingle with labels and managers, but most of all it is really a groundbreaking step [...]

SCOTIABANK CARIBANA FESTIVAL is sometimes billed as North America’s largest street festival, is a celebration of Caribbean culture and traditions and rhythms but mainly, of it’s people and their souls.  If it wasn’t for the energy, creativity, love and dedication of Toronto’s Caribbean residents – – SCOTIABANK CARIBANA FESTIVAL would not be what it is [...]