Thanks to the catalogue of bangers Rich Kidd has amassed over the past year or so (either his track, him featured or just produced), his live show is bound to get a lil’ crazy tonight at Circa. Oh yea, Clipse will be there too!

Seen on HHC!

Grumpy’s Northsidehiphop.ca initiative gets some well deserved CBC coverage. Don’t forget the launch that includes a month of exhibits, panels and performances kicks off tonight.

Full details & info HERE!

THEOLOGY 3 VIDEO RELEASE EVENT MARCH 4th AT REVIVAL NIGHTCLUB

Internationally renowned Toronto emcee Theology 3 a.k.a. Theo3 proudly presents the official debut video for ‘How I Flow part 2’. The lead single from Theology 3’s upcoming Screwface Capital records release ‘Airplane Over One Way Streets’ highlights a collaborative effort with some of the city’s most talented and highly respected artists. The smooth, infectious beat is layered with fluid flows and a flavourful chorus that begs for repeat listens. NOW magazine’s 2009 Toronto Hip Hop artist of the year Tona, Stylus DJ awards 2009 R & B single of the year winner Andreena Mill and stratospheric producer Boi 1Da (Best I ever had, Forever) join Theology 3 in this self directed video debut. Produced by Rinku Dasgupta and DP’d by James H.

This one of a kind event will take place at College street West’s hot spot Revival and offer up musical selections from some of Toronto’s most recognizable and musically diverse DJ’s. Turntablist extraordinaire DJ Grouch, FLOW 93.5fm’s Hip Hop representative Musiklee Inzane from the Real Frequency show and Toronto’s ever present party rocker DJ Fase will team up with a host of unbelievable selectors to keep the crowd in constant motion.

Will definitely be at this event. More details after the jump!

Previously: Theology 3 “It’s Theo” (Prod Anonymous Twist)

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On OTA Live we’re always working to shed light on the incredible hip-hop history that we have right here in Toronto. Toronto’s scene basically dates back to the same time as when the music and culture was blossoming in the U.S. but has never truly been documented. In light of that, between March 4th and April 18th, T-Dot Pioneers aims to explore Toronto’s hip-hop history and culture. Opening night is this Thursday! Don’t miss it! All the info is below (and more under the hood):

Reception: Thursday March 4th, 6pm – Midnight
Exhibition Dates: March 4th, 2010 – April 18th, 2010

Toronto Free Gallery, 1277 Bloor St. West @Lansdowne
1277 Bloor Street W
Toronto, ON M6H 1N7
416-913-0461
www.torontofreegallery.org

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Opening Reception of “T-Dot Pioneers”
Thursday March 4th 2010, 6pm- Midnight

7:30 Opening Remarks by Dalton Higgins and Key Note address by K4ce, emcee and originator of the term ‘T-Dot’.

8:30 Performances by some of T-Dot’s finest MCs!

Live to air CHRY 105.5fm from 6pm to midnight

Music by:
DJ DTS (Masterplan Show)
O-Nonymous (Sound Junction Show)
Great Scott (Sound Junction Show)
DJ Grumps (Bigger than Hip Hop Show)

Performances by:
Poet and Emcee Ian Kamau
Roach Uno (Handmade Music)
T-Dot Representative Thrust

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From TorontoRappers.com!

Kim Davis performs at the Sex, Lies & Videotapes party in Oshawa with some help from Jonny Roxx and Trinity Chris!

Previously: News – Kim Davis Brings A Sensual Side To Vday…

Via TOFLO!

On Thursday, February 18, 2010 CHRY 105.5FM will conduct a special 12hrs day of Hip Hop programming during Black History Month.

BE A PART OF CANADA’S HIP HOP PRESENT

Headlining the broadcast event will be an expose on Canadian Hip Hop from 8-10PM. Moderated by DJ Manifest, the 2 hour Canadian Hip Hop Special will go beyond the music to examine the past and present contributions of hip hop in Canada.

Be sure to visit TOFLO.com at 8PM for the livestream!

DOPE event going on tonight celebrating the launch of Jeni’s new website www.jjisjeni.com presented by ReeRee Productions. Hit the jump for more info! I would ramble on about it but Jeni hit me up with allllll the details about the event and the new site:

www.jjisjeni.com launch party February 17th, 2010 @HOME nightclub 117 Peter St.

My site will be a place for me to promote myself as a radio/tv host and my new passion TORONTO ARTISTS!  From the first day I hit the airwaves here in Toronto I fell in love with the sound of the city and the Toronto Urban Music. I’m very excited about the website and it’s potential to open the way and further even more success stories this year!  I’m going to feature new music and videos from Toronto artists ONLY. Visitors to the site will not only have an opportunity to listen to new music but also find out about the artists. It’s an extension of what I do on the radio every day, inform the public about Toronto’s talent. There will be a featured song, video, artist and producer every month with a sit down interview done by myself (of course!). I have also added a BEATZ CORNER which will be a place to promote and hear Toronto established and up and coming producers. I’m very proud of this site and I look forward to sharing it with you.

Tonight’s performers are: Kim Davis, Jonny Roxx, P. Reign, Rochester f Daniel Daley, A-Game, Show Stephens, Jahvon, Famous, Shaun Boothe, Crown A Thornz, Lindo P, Nikkie Santoro f Luu Breeze, special guest from the Bahamas TaDa and introducing Brian Notice and Wyze Wonda.

DJs: ILL Kidz, P-Plus, Jason Chambers, Spex, Reddy Fox

Hosted by: Lola (www.iluvlola.net), Scott Boogie, Trixx, Industry Mag

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Kim Davis Brings a Sensual Side to VDay this Season

Toronto, Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and Singer/Songwriter, Kim Davis would like to help lovers celebrate this holiday with a special version of her single Valentine For Life Part 2: “This song is very special to me because the message is all about love and that special someone who you are devoted to.” On Valentine’s Day Kim Davis will be opening up for Robin Thicke at Sound Academy and this is only the first of a series of upcoming shows, stay tuned.

Kim Davis – Valentine 4 Life Pt 2

Kim Davis – Valentine 4 Life Pt 2 (Instrumental)

Tour dates and more info after the jump!

Previously: VIDEO: Kim Davis’ Songbirds Event Wrap-Up

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SAUKRATES HAS TEAMED UP WITH NINE MILLION ENTERTAINMENT TO BRING YOU THE LAUNCH OF THEIR BRAND NEW VENUE: “THE BANK LOUNGE NIAGARA”!!!! THIS NEW ENTERTAINMENT EMPORIUM FEATURES ALL AMENITIES NEEDED TO SUPPORT HIGH-END AND SPECIAL EVENTS. IT’S EQUIPPED WITH A STAGE, DANCEFLOOR, VIP BALCONY AND MORE! IT ALL STARTS THIS WEEKEND, FEB 13/10: “THE GRAND OPENING AND LAUNCH OF ‘SATURDAY NIGHT TRAFFIC & SAUKRATES N FRIENDS LIVE’ @THE BANK LOUNGE NIAGARA”!!!

HOSTED BY SAUKRATES AND CO-HOST TIKA SIMONE; FEATURING PERFORMANCES BY: TRISH, RICH KIDD, LUU BREEZE & SHOW STEPHENS
THINK: SAUKRATES MEETS SINATRA IN OUR CASINO CITY!!!!!! FOR GUEST LIST AND INFORMATION CALL THE BANK LOUNGE: 289.668.8505

More guest appearances to be announced. Join the Facebook Group HERE! Check a promo video with Tika Simone and Saukrates after the jump!

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Some of T.O.’s (and surrounding areas) finest are getting together tomorrow night for a Haiti fundraiser. The line-up looks SICK and definitely worth the $10 cover (especially considering all proceeds are going to the Red Cross for Haiti relief). Here’s the full press release:

Top Canadian Indie Label Brings Together Canada’s Best Urban Artists for Haiti Relief

CP Records, the top independent label releasing Canadian artists on the Billboard 2009 Year-End Canadian Hot 100, hosts benefit event for the Haiti relief by the Canadian Red Cross.

The Help Haiti Now star-studded line-up includes performances by Belly, Saukrates, Danny Fernandes, Karl Wolf, Carl Henry, Choclair, Dru, Ivana Santilli, P Reign, DY, Lola, Jahvon, Jordan Croucher, Kim Davis, Peter Jackson, Shaun Boothe and Ill Kidz.

Toronto, February 4, 2010, CP Records, home to Juno winners Belly and Ivana Santilli, the 2009 MMVA’s most nominated artist Danny Fernandes and Massari’s gold-selling debut album, are hosting the large benefit event at Toronto’s Circa Nightclub with all proceeds being donated to the Canadian Red Cross.  CP Records founded by CEO, Tony Sal knows all to well what it is like to live in a nation that is struck by devastation.  Hailing from Lebanon and having tragically lost his own family, Tony Sal was compelled to make a difference along with the many other Canadians who have been moved by Haiti’s misfortune.  CP Records announced their intent to organize a benefit event to the Canadian Music industry days after the Haiti earthquake and the response was overwhelming.

CP records A&R executive and recording artist Belly shared the same sentiments as Tony Sal, having also bared witness to human suffering as a young child in Palestine. “We’ve just been so moved by the events in Haiti, as have all the performers we contacted and all of Canada for that matter, that we really wanted to do our part to help.” Belly remarked.  “Help Haiti Now is going to be a great night of music, special performances and an opportunity for people to get together and show their support.”

Thursday night’s event begins at 10 PM with performances to follow at 12 AM.  Artists and CP Records executives will be available for interview prior to and at the event.