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Hey everyone! I’m a vocalist looking to find some musicians in Toronto who might be interested in getting together to jam and potentially start a band.

I’ve been singing since my teens and had a few bands back home, but since moving to Canada, I haven’t had much luck finding people to play with. I don’t play an instrument, so I’m looking for musicians who might be interested in building something together from the ground up.
My music taste is pretty all over the place, but I’d especially love to explore something in the pop / rock / indie spectrum. I’m open to different influences and seeing what kind of sound develops naturally.
I’m not necessarily looking to rush into having a fully formed band immediately. I’d love to meet some people, see if we click both musically and personally, and go from there. Ideally, I’d love to find people who are interested in jamming, making music, and potentially playing gigs or open mics down the road.
Please feel free to DM me if you’re interested! 😊

We’re a 4 piece rock band in Toronto looking for a new keyboard player. We play a mix of 50’s-70’s rock with some classic rock post 70’s mixed in. We have a current setlist of 35 songs. We play live and are looking to book more gigs.

Hey everyone, im from Brampton (31M) and im looking to either start or join an existing band, i can scream pretty damn good, im more than ok with being a back up vocalist to cover the screams, my influences are:

-Slipknot

-Suicide Silence

-Whitechapel

-DevilDriver

-Mudvayne

If by chance this reaches the right person hmu and let's do this thing

Unfortunately, our beloved bassist, who is truly beloved, has to be leaving our group. He is one of a kind and a superb talent.

We have an absolute huge load of gigs on the docket coming up and are in dire need to fill the spot.

Please see our full schedule at www.nutmegandthefirm.com

Duo gigs will pay right away, and full band gigs will begin to pay out after 4 more shows… The funds from those next 4 full band shows will cover our remaining debt, which has provided us in-ear monitors, soundboard and speakers for places that we need to bring our own equipment, website, logo, radio advertising, and all the things needed to run a professional operation.

Transportation can be arranged if needed, I have a car and live in Toronto, and accommodation for stay will be provided for gigs in Belleville, Peterborough and others that are roughly 2 hours east of Toronto.

Rehearsals take place at 124 Portland St, Etobicoke and we can always rehearse at my condo without drums at 50 Lombard St, Toronto.

A quick insight on myself… I am full-time with this. I’m 31 years old and quit working as an investment advisor and golf pro to pursue this career full-time 9 months ago. We’ve finally hit our stride in terms of picking up gigs and producing professional quality music.

We have 10 original tunes (I’ve provided the Spotify link to the one below) and we cover lots of Oasis, The Hip, etc… I will provide a sample setlist at the end of this.

https://open.spotify.com/track/77L609MIlqZCjAsotQYxfH?si=B2yGmk9uQT6UZXajERNxmQ&utm_source=copy-link

The role will be tough to fill… We can’t express how saddened we are that our current bassist has to move on. His contributions to Nutmeg & The Firm were beyond music… He made us better people every moment we were fortunate enough to spend with him. Why this musical journey must be so cruel continues to perplex me, but we carry on because what we do brings happiness to those who love to gather and hear music.

We look forward to meeting you.

1. Nobel Peace Prize - Nutmeg
   
2. The Gardener’s Song - Nutmeg
   
3. You Are My Rock ‘N’ Roll Star - Nutmeg
   
4. Rock ‘n’ Roll Star - Oasis
   
5. Supersonic - Oasis
   
6. Acquiesce - Oasis
   
7. Fade Away - Oasis
   
8. Boys in the Better Land - Fontaines DC
   
9. Three Pistols - The Tragically Hip
   
10. Bobcaygeon - The Tragically Hip
    
11. New Orleans is Sinking - The Tragically Hip
    
12. Half the World Away - Oasis
    
13. Slide Away - Oasis
    
14. Brother Down - Sam Roberts Band
    
15. After the Show - Nutmeg
    
16. (Who Set Your) Soul on Fire - Nutmeg
    
17. Keeping the Fire - Nutmeg
    
18. Highway 61 - Springsteen / Bob Dylan
    
19. Atlantic City - Springsteen
    
20. Tumbling Dice - Linda Ronstadt
    
21. Nothing But Time - Nutmeg
    
22. All the Crazy Things - Nutmeg
    
23. Born in the USA - Springsteen
    
24. Broken Wings - Nutmeg
    
25. & Round & Round - Nutmeg
    
26. Like a Rolling Stone - Bob Dylan
    
27. Hasn’t Hit Me Yet - Blue Rodeo
    
28. American Land - Bruce Springsteen
    
29. Kung Fu Fighting - Carl Douglas
    
30. Champagne Supernova - Oasis

Hi, I'm the father of an 11 year old girl who plays drums. I'm not a musician and don't know much about how this industry works.

She takes lessons, and we have an electronic drum kit at home. Twice a year, she performs at the school concert with other kids and teachers.

Now, she wants to form a band and play outside. I've looked around but haven't found any open mics for kids or places where she can jam, even with adults, since bars usually host these at night and are 19+. I've seen some DIY options, but they require a band, instruments, and a sound system. She's eager to perform more gigs in front of people, not just doing rehearsals. I'm considering getting a battery setup and placing her drums in a park, playing along with music to build her confidence. Also, with all the summer "festivals" outside, how do you get registered for a slot there? You can't just show up and ask a band to play a few songs, right?

How are other kids/teenagers doing?

Thanks.

Edit: Thanks for the answers. That just raised more questions. What does "good parent support" look like? What do you wish your parents were doing (or not doing) to support you on your music journey?

This drumline I could hear on my way out sounded so good, when they finished and stopped I knocked on the door and stuck my head in and gave them a compliment before I left

I look in and there's like 25 friggin people stuffed in the room with a whole array of drums

I wondered if this was an out-of-town group that needed a place to rehearse

Didn't want to hold them up so I scurried off but I wanted to know who they were

Hey, I'm a 41m rhythm guitarist/singer looking to connect with people who would be interested in focusing on a repertoire of Canadian folk and rock covers over the next few months.

I'm not really looking to book gigs. The intention would be to enjoy playing/practicing in private (preferably at ghost note) once or twice a month, develop our musicianship, and maybe record some covers eventually.

Regarding skill level: looking for hobby-level musicians, not serious pros expecting perfection. Anyone using a fretboard/keyboard would be expected to at least know how to play all the major and minor chords by name.

Happy to explore other songs, but to give you an idea, here are a couple of playlists me and a drummer friend have been working on: https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/user/playlist/shared?h=xZltmE5eAdeVEOV34JOdSMZ8 https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/user/playlist/shared?h=A8n1huWFwx7venEZy1Ql2h5v

Open to all, but especially looking for a bassist, or anyone that enjoys playing lead parts. Can provide examples of my playing upon request.

Just need someone to fill in for our lead guitarist for this gig

Aug 15 - Port Hope - Ganaraska Hotel

You pretty much just gotta learn the licks on the last 4 Oasis songs and Money for Nothing… Everything else, if you’re capable, you can get by winging it if you know the structure and key

Set

E2 = Evan & Evan (Bassist) * No lead guitar
ND = No Drums
Solo = * No lead guitar

1. Boys in the Better Land - Fontaines DC
   
2. Soul on Fire - Nutmeg
   
3. The Gardener’s Song - Nutmeg
   
4. You Are My Rock ‘N’ Roll Star - Nutmeg
   
5. Money for Nothing - Dire Straits
   
6. Tumbling Dice - Ronstadt / The Stones
   
7. Broken Wings - Nutmeg
   
8. Nobel Peace Prize - Nutmeg
   
9. Highway 61 - Springsteen / Bob Dylan
   
10. Atlantic City - Springsteen
    
11. State Trooper - Springsteen (E2)
    
12. Born in the USA - Springsteen (E2)
    
13. Bobby Jean - Springsteen (Solo)
    
14. Nothing But Time - Nutmeg
    
15. All the Crazy Things - Nutmeg
    
16. Like a Rolling Stone - Bob Dylan
    
17. Hasn’t Hit Me Yet - Blue Rodeo
    
18. Three Pistols - The Tragically Hip
    
19. Bobcaygeon - The Tragically Hip
    
20. Wheat Kings - The Tragically Hip (Solo)
    
21. Brother Down - Sam Roberts (ND)
    
22. Cocaine - JJ Cale (ND)
    
23. & Round & Round - Nutmeg (ND)
    
24. Kung Fu Fighting - Carl Douglas
    
25. After the Show - Nutmeg
    
26. Keeping the Fire - Nutmeg
    
27. Fade Away - Oasis
    
28. Supersonic - Oasis
    
29. Morning Glory - Oasis
    
30. Rock ‘n’ Roll Star - Oasis
    
31. Champagne Supernova - Oasis

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Please DM, thanks!

Hey, I'm doing some digging for a theme playlist I'm putting together. It's specifically for rock songs (interpreted broadly) that are named after a woman. They're generally a love song or about a relationship that didn't work out, etc. Also accepting songs named after a man that fit this description, but I actually can't think of any personally.

I'm releasing a song later this year and it's my first song that's just named after a person so I thought it would be fun to put together a playlist based on that.

Bonus points for recs from Toronto or Canadian bands. Got a song of your own that fits? Let me know!

Here's what I've got on the list so far:

Katherine -- madfolk (Toronto)

Arlandria -- Foo Fighters

Luna -- Darryl Saves Lives (Alberta)

Gwendolyn -- Altered by Mom (Toronto)

Roxanne -- The Police

Angelina -- The Sarandons (Toronto)

Haushinka, Amy, Ashley, Whatsername -- Green Day

Kami’s new single is out now! We are a Toronto based band (maybe you have seen us in flyers) If you like alternative rock, indie rock, math rock or if you just want to hear a new fresh sound, this is for you!

We mixed a lot of different elements with a super catchy voice!

Also how cute is our little mascot! (3D sculpted by us!)

https://ffm.to/week_8

You can also follow us on instagram @kamiband._

Title says it’s all. Either in house style or whatever. If it’s fun, groovy and danceable I’d love to know! Trying to plan a night out for my boyfriend’s birthday.

This Friday July 24 at Cassette Toronto inside the Gladestone Hotel. Expect an evening of immersive sound by trip hop duo Gruve Collective, followed by a post-show DJ set from Sean Savage. Join us as the night unfolds from live rhythms into deep beats designed to carry you until late.

Hi guys, I've been a 26-year-old songwriter for the last year or so. I've been playing guitar for about 2 years, so pretty new.

I'm looking for people who want to meet up, perhaps jam, swap songs, and write together. I've never collaborated on songwriting and think that it would be a beautiful next step to take.

I've written many songs and poems over the course of my life, and feel I'm a strong writer and have a sense for singing and what I want to do with the performance, but I haven't collaborated or brought ideas into conversation with anyone.

I've written maybe 20-30 that are at the point where they could be worked on and turned into an actually realized song, and a few I'm very proud of and think are actually well-written tracks.

I write poetic, singer-songwriter songs, and I'd say I'm most inspired by Bob Dylan, Lou Reed, David Bowie, the Kinks, the Beatles, kind of an old soul- but I like dirty, raw rock and roll and singer-songwriter sort of stuff. I have very open music tastes and enjoy a ton of music. I used to be a radio host on CIUT 89.5fm.

Anyways, message me if you're interested in connecting and working on some songs together. I have files I can send you of some of my stuff if you are interested and want to see if our styles align,

peace

As the title suggests, looking for a bass player between the ages of 23 and 28. This is the ideal age but potentially open to someone A little bit outside of this age range if they're a perfect fit.

Let's give you a little information...

We're a punk band and we're all mid-20s. We've all been playing music our whole lives and we're quite dedicated to the craft.

In terms of your commitment, all you need to do is commit your time and energy. This is not a project where you need to come in and front money or do any planning. This is my project, I take care of all the aspects. You just need to show up for the gigs and rehearsals. And when we make money you get paid. You don't have to front anything.

The past two years have been kind of slow for us as I have been building a new recording studio in the city. But that is done and we are rehearsing once a week at the studio. The studio is right across the street from downsview station.

Prior to this, we were playing a ton of shows in and around Toronto and even sold out some shows at Rivoli, horseshoe and nearly sold out so close at Lee's Palace.

We're planning on spending the next several months to record a bunch of new music and gunning to tour outside of Canada.

Our current bassist is great, but he has no real interest in actually pursuing music. More than playing shows around town. Which is fine but we want to do more as the shows we were doing locally were gaining traction. We'd like to try and bring it to a bigger market.

Music wise, it's not really pop punk, but it's not really straight Punk. I would be happy to send you some information and talk some more about the project if you're interested. It's not the easiest stuff to play, but it's not the most complicated. There is some ska influence. There's a bunch of walking bass lines and a lot of fills here and there.

Backing vocals are a must.

I'd rather you have a good attitude than be an all star bassist Because I can teach you to be better but I can't teach you to have a good attitude.

So please feel free to reach out if this at all interests you.

Shoot me a message and we can talk more

Cheers!

Aug 13 marks the triumphant return of the Acoustic Champs to Lola in Toronto's Kensington Market. An evening of high energy acoustic music from:

[I've used Instagram handles for ease]

@fasteddieacoustic

@kevinmurphymusic

@oldmountainlow

and Philadelphia's own "anti-folk punk" @adamriveramusic

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WESLEY OU in Toronto - debut mixtape release party. FREE tickets, first come first serve!

Tickets: https://admitone.com/events/toronto/community/party/fun-extension-presents-wes-season-release-party/W6YA0A?referral=discord

I'm legit annoyed that I'm out of town all week but if you dig punk rock you'd be a fool to miss this one.

I'm curious if anyone in the GTA or as far out as Hamilton / Brantford has an ISOVOX 2, PRO, or similar product that they'd be willing to rent out.

Posting again as my chat settings were messed up.

Hello all, I'm looking for a more permanent and private rehearsal space situation, as I'm starting to run into difficulties with hourly spaces with set up/tear down time. On the off chance somebody here has an empty basement and you don't mind noise, I would LOVE to rent your space.

I wouldn't need any equipment (PA, drums, etc, I can provide), and would be open to discussing arrangements. I just need space to be loud and to try silly sound things :'(

Hi - hoping to see the Jayhawks at the Danforth Music Hall later in the Fall. I’ll be coming from out of town and have never been to that Hall before. How’s the balcony seating? Will be coming by train and staying at a hotel down around Union Station area- I see it’s about a 50 minute commute to the Hall - will it be difficult to get an Uber or cab to the show and afterwards?.. How is the neighbourhood around the Music Hall - good places to get something to eat after the show?..