Happy Friday Drivers and welcome to this week’s show!
Some killer tunes to share with you all on this week’s edition, from Dub, “Future Jazz”, Jazz Funk & Soul, Bruk and “Global Groove” vibes name a few genres.
Digging through my recently updated drives for this week’s foray, running through a few of the acquisitions, new and old, from my severely neglected Bandcamp cart from what seems like a years worth of accumulated music.
Keeping it nice and downtempo in this first hour to unwind you from the crazy heat we’ve been through and as per usual taking things up in our second hour with some cool tunes to chill you out for the coming weekend.
So much music to share that I had to take it into a little bit of overtime for the listening pleasure of all of you on demand streamers.
Thank you for tuning in and hope you all enjoy the selections!
| Chris Redentor Horus All Stars - Single - Horus Records |
| One Season Away Shamis feat. King Hassan - Super-Sonic Family Vol. 2 v/a Album - Super-Sonic Jazz Records |
| Ain't Life Grand Jimetta Rose & The Voices Of Creation - How Good It Is Album - Night Dreamer |
| Calibrate Slowe - Tru Thoughts 2023 v/a Album - Tru Thoughts |
| A Place To Go Y.O.P.E. - Super-Sonic Family Vol. 2 v/a Album - Super-Sonic Jazz Records |
| The Street Is Family ATA Records - ATA Records: The Library Archive Vol. 3 Album - ATA Records 
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| Panafrican Youths Grant Phabao presents The Lone Ranger - Single - Paris DJs
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| Operation Feed Yourself Jimetta Rose & The Voices Of Creation - How Good It Is Album - Night Dreamer |
| Hips & Lips ATA Records - ATA Records: The Library Archive Vol. 3 Album - ATA Records
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| NOW Ben Penn - Super-Sonic Family Vol. 2 v/a Album - Super-Sonic Jazz Records |
| A Muhive iZem feat. Milton Gulli - In Ze Early Morning Album - Elis Records |
| Never Satisfied Psyco On Da Bus - Psyco On Da Bus Album - Comet Records |
| Brown Paper Bag Toshio Matsuura Group - LOVEPLAYDANCE - 8 Scenes Album - Brownswood Recordings |
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| Ogum Goma Laca - Goma Laca EP - Jazz Room Records
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| A Veces iZem feat. Jimena Angel - In Ze Early Morning Album - Elis Records |
| Salty LCSM “Likwid Continual Space Motion” - The Remedy Album - Super-Sonic Jazz Records
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| What Will I Do Doctor L - Single - Unknown
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| Solar Power Melonyx - Tru Thoughts 2023 v/a Album - Tru Thoughts |
| I Am The Black Gold Of The Sun Toshio Matsuura Group feat. Daymé Arocena - LOVEPLAYDANCE - 8 Scenes Album - Brownswood Recordings |
| Portals Jimetta Rose & The Voices Of Creation - Things Are Getting Better Album - Night Dreamer
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| Get Down East Coast Love Affair feat. Quiet Storm - Single - Athens Of The North Disco Records |
| AEO Onegram - Trans Europe Express / Aeo EP - Jazz Room Records
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| Moving Forward Bryony Jarman-Pinto - Single - Tru Thoughts |
| El Ritmo De Longre London Afrobeat Collective - Esengo Album - Canopy Records |
| Cover Up The Bruises Konkolo Orchestra feat. Nongoma - Future Pasts Album - Rocafort Records |
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| Feel It For Yourself United Disco Organisation feat. K.O.G - Single - ATA Records
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| Spirits Up Above Jimetta Rose & The Voices Of Creation - How Good It Is Album - Night Dreamer |
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TUESDAYS, AT 7-8 PM + 8-9 PM Dancehall Workshops @Flava Factory 1076 Wellington St. W, Ottawa WEDNESDAYS AT 12 PM The Ed Lister Group: Noon Hour Series @Southminster United Church 15 Aylmer Avenue, Ottawa Event: https://fb.me/e/gRawqD4Uv Tickets: Southminster United Church, Ottawa The Ed Lister Group......Featuring..... Ed Lister - Trumpet Ben DiMillo - Guitar Deniz Lim Sersan - Piano JP Lapensee - Bass Jose Monchito Hernandez Garcia - Drums Show starts at 12pm sharp. This is a fantastic long running music series that runs on donations. Looking forward to seeing you all there!! WEDNESDAYS AT 10 PM - CLOSE lifeboogie presents: [Why Wednesday]: “Vibrations Running Deep” w/ Trevor Walker @27 Club 27 York St. Event: https://fb.me/e/4PuYE9sHo Free (for now) | 19+ Every Wednesday @27clubottawa everyone’s welcome to pass through for my weekly jam where I stretch out and drop a diverse open format soundtrack of solid vibes for Ottawa’s music lovers. You can expect all the favourite tunes you’ve never heard before. Always trying to keep if fresh with 100% vinyl sets ranging from Funk, Soul, Boogie, dance floor Jazz, Breaks, House, Hip Hop, Drum & Bass, Bruk, Afro, Latin, Brazilian, Reggae and whatever moves our souls all on vinyl selected for dancers. Always trying for a taste of what I didn't know we're all missing. Trust the DJ! Also been live streaming for the global fam and couch clubbers! twitch.tv/lifeboogie You can also find archived sets on my SoundCloud + MixCloud pages: https://soundcloud.com/trevorlifeboogiewalker https://www.mixcloud.com/trevor-walker4/ Vibes to get you past the midweek hump! Hope to see you out making moves. EVERY THURSDAY, MAY 30 - SEPT. 26, 2024 AT 5 - 10 PM HIntonburg Night Market 1088 Somerset St. W Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/380034087933487/ Join us in one of Ottawa's Hottest Neighbourhoods Every Thursday Night from 5PM-10PM, Starting May 30th until September 26th. Located in our Parking Lot at 1088 Somerset St.W, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, at the Urban Art Collective. Stroll through the Hintonburg Night Market to Pickup Local Eats, Treats & All Things Handmade. Sit Back, Relax, Eat and be Entertained by Local Musicians, Buskers and Entertainers. All Markets are Carefully Curated to Bring you New Vendors and the Best of the Best Each Week, so you'll Always find Something New and all your Familiar Favs! EVERY THURSDAY AT 6 PM- CLOSE Seafood & Soul Sounds: Soundtrack by Trevor Walker @Angelina’s 5530 Manotick Main St, Unit 2 & 4, Manotick, CA K4M 1A2 If you’re looking for something to do Thursdays, look no further! Starting April 18th Trevor Walker will be providing the soundtrack for “Raw Bar Thursday” at Angelina’s on their stunning patio in Manotick village until the weather says no more. Hope to see you out! FRIDAY, JUNE 21 AT 7 PM - SUNDAY, JUNE AT 8 PM 2nd edition of UNA BULLA: A Cuban Salsa Extravaganza @McNabb Community Ctr. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/yUxKPbEyfYccgbVg/ Tickets: Tickets · CA$22.63 - CA$304.86www.eventbrite.ca/e/806158641197 Welcome everyone to our 2nd “UNA BULLA! A Cuban Salsa Extravaganza” scheduled to be held on June 21-22-23, 2024. This is a three-day Cuba Salsa festival where we will be offering over a dozen hours of of intense workshops in Casino Salsa, Casino Rueda and Afro Cuban. FRIDAY, we have in the evening, workshops, performances then social dancing. On SATURDAY, we have workshops all day, Performances by locals and international talents then social dancing in the evening with live band. SUNDAY we have workshops all day and we will end the Festival with an outdoor social (If weather permits). Mark your calendar. The weekend of June 21-22-23, 2024 will be “muy Caliente” FRIDAY, JUNE 21, 2024 AT 7:45 PM - 1 AM OSDS presents Friday Swing Dance + Eclectic Dance Party @St. Joseph’s Church 174 Wilbrod St. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/Mp3rTQ86vQGJBtqH/ Get ready to swing your way into a fun-filled evening with the Ottawa Swing Dance Society! Whether you're an experienced dancer or an absolute beginners, everyone is welcome. Join us in the basement hall of St Joseph’s Parish and get ready to meet some friendly new faces while dancing the night away! Our Eclectic Dance Party edition features a beginner lesson and swing social dancing until 11:30. Afterwards join the Eclectic Dance Party! Swingable beats, contemporary vibes and classic hits, sprinkled with comedy and oddball tunes. Embrace exuberance, playful experimentation, and slow grooves for improvisation. Expand your movement vocabulary and dance the night away in a unique fusion of styles!" ☰ ADMISSION ☰ $12 cash on a DJed evening ☰ SCHEDULE ☰ 7:45 Doors Open 8:00-9:00 Beginner Lesson 9:00-11:15 Social Dancing* *10:15 Shim Sham & Celebration Jam 11:15-0:00 Eclectic Dance Party ☰ LOCATION ☰ St Joseph’s Parish basement (174 Wilbrod St) https://www.swingottawa.ca/new-at-osds/how-to-get-here ☰ FIRST TIME AT OSDS? ☰ If this is your first time, we recommend to read the description and to visit our website for more information. https://www.swingottawa.ca/new-at-osds ☛ Our evening starts off with an hour-long beginner lesson, perfect for those who haven't danced before. No partner? No problem! We switch dance partners often during the lesson, so you'll have the opportunity to meet new people and make new friends. Lindy hop is a social dance which means we emphasize meeting people and socializing. And with 4 hours of DJed social dancing to follow, you'll have plenty of time to show off your new moves and have a blast. ☛ To help preserve our dance floor and ensure maximum movement, we recommend bringing a pair of clean, dry, flat indoor shoes such as sneakers, flats or oxfords. ☰ VOLUNTEER ☰ We are actively seeking committed volunteers to ensure the smooth running of our events. If you are considering volunteering, we welcome your dedication and enthusiasm. For those interested in volunteering or requiring further details, please visit: https://volunteer.swingottawa.ca/ FRIDAY, JUNE 21, 2024 AT 8:30 PM Ottawa Jazz Fest: Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue @Confederation Park Laurier Ave W. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/Zp5Bwyx47V37DBLi/ Tickets: Ticketsprogram.ottawajazzfestival.com/item/12324-Trombone-Shorty-Orleans-Avenue Take a listen to Lifted, Trombone Shorty’s second release for Blue Note Records, and you’ll hear that same ecstatic energy coursing through the entire collection. Recorded at Shorty’s own Buckjump Studio with producer Chris Seefried (Fitz and the Tantrums, Andra Day), the album finds the GRAMMY-nominated NOLA icon and his bandmates tapping into the raw power and exhilarating grooves of their legendary live show, channeling it all into a series of tight, explosive performances that blur the lines between funk, soul, R&B, and psychedelic rock. FRIDAY, JUNE 21, 2024 AT 9 PM - 3 AM Sunrise: 20 years of Nostalgia! @Mavericks 204 Rideau St. Event: https://fb.me/e/3iE7xgbaF Tickets: Tickets · $15.18 - $20.50sunrise20year20240621.eventbrite.ca Join us at Mavericks on FRIDAY JUNE 21 for a nostalgic night out with your favourite original Sunrise Afterhours Residents, playing all the best tracks you remember from the glory days of 2004 - 2008. This will be a dynamic tag set with a continuous flow of your favourite tracks from the Sunrise at Mavericks era. Make sure you come early and catch all the best music you remember from those epic nights and daze... DJ lineup (in alphabetical order): Ashley Gauthier Deedot Easton Ellis General Mayhem J. Bradley Jason Jesse Luc Labelle Rick Laplante Terry Bevvan Tim Foran =================== Mavericks is at 221 Rideau Street - Doors at 9pm, dancing until 3am | Advance tickets via: https://sunrise20year20240621.eventbrite.ca | 19+ w/ ID SATURDAY, JUNE 22, 2024 AT 8:30 PM Ottawa Jazz Festival: Preservation Hall Jazz Band @Confederation Part Laurier Ave. W. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/zVV4LHFdcaCSWCA2/ Tickets: Ticketsprogram.ottawajazzfestival.com/item/12424-Preservation-Hall-Jazz-Band Preservation Hall Jazz Band has held the torch of New Orleans music aloft for more than 50 years, all the while carrying it enthusiastically forward as a reminder that the history they were founded to preserve is a vibrantly living history. SATURDAY, JUNE 22, 2024 AT 8:30 PM Ottawa Jazz Festival 2024: Parliament Funkadelic feat. George Clinton @Confederation Park Event: https://fb.me/e/3C15yxV1r Tickets: Ticketsprogram.ottawajazzfestival.com/item/12592-Parliament-Funkadelic-feat-George-Clinton Ottawa Jazz Festival presents: Parliament Funkadelic feat. George Clinton Saturday, June 22 | Main Stage, Confederation Park | 8:30pm Purchase online: bit.ly/3J6ST4S George Clinton is an American treasure. As one of the foremost innovators of Funk, Clinton is the mastermind behind the legendary Parliament/Funkadelic, creating a uniquely identifiable and timeless art which has lifted Funk to an internationally recognized and respected musical genre. His ingenuity has earned Clinton and Parliament/Funkadelic a prominent seat in music history: Clinton was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1997 and received the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2019. SUNDAY, JUNE 23, 2024 AT 10 AM - 4 PM Centretown Flea Market @154 O’Connor Street Exciting News! Ottawa's Biggest Outdoor Flea Market is almost here! Get ready for a treasure trove of unique finds, delicious treats, and endless fun, because on June 23rd, we're kicking off the season with a bang! We're thrilled to announce that applications are now OPEN for vendors to join us in making this year's market the best one yet! Whether you're a vintage aficionado, a crafty creator, or a culinary genius, we want YOU to be a part of the magic. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to showcase your talents and products to the wonderful people of Ottawa and beyond. Spots are filling up fast, so secure your place today and let's make memories together at Ottawa's ultimate outdoor shopping extravaganza! Apply now and mark your calendars for June 23rd - it's going to be epic! See you there! Vendor Registration form: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSdo2q7Lwnxe7k.../viewform SUNDAY, JUNE 23, 2024 AT 7:30 PM Ottawa Jazz Festival: Evening of São João w/ Flávia Nascimento & Nation Beat @Marion Dewar Plaza 116 Laurier Ave. W. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/p7mFeRLR5N9tYi9i/ Tickets: Ticketswww.showpass.com/nation-beat-olg-after-dark-2024 The Ottawa Jazz Fest and Axé Worldfest present an Evening of São João with Flávia Nascimento & Nation Beat. Join us to experience a celebration of Brazilian culture and heritage! Old school Forró Pé de Serra and the best of Sivuca, Luiz Gonzaga, Gilberto Gil, Alceu Valença, Jackson do Pandeiro and Dominguinhos. Dress up in São João (San Jean) style – think urban cowboys and modern Farm girls 7:30pm: Flavia Nascimento Forró set 10:30pm: Nation Beat (Brooklyn) Expect typical Brazilian festival food such as Bolo de Milho, pop corn, Macaxeira, Canjica, curau, and much more. Festa Junina, São João or the June Festival, are a few names of this type of celebration used in Brazil - a Portuguese Catholic tradition that was introduced to Brazil hundreds of years ago. Its events are based on the European Midsummer festivities celebrating the harvest and the saints (Saint Anthony, Saint John the Baptist, and Saint Peter). Despite its religious origins, the significance of Festa Junina is that of a large social gathering with dance, drinks, and of course food. June is also a month to honor rain, the harvest season, and marital union. These celebrations feature typical Brazilian food and participants dress up like farmers, enjoy bonfires and dance the Quadrilha, a typical square dance. This event has the promotional support of Saravah.ca. Saravah is a non profit in Ottawa dedicated to organizing and promoting Brazilian culturally diverse events and supports the settlement of Brazilian newcomers in Ottawa. MONDAY, JUNE 24, 2024 AT 8 - 9 PM Moov Ottawa: Intro To House Dance w/ Effect @Bronson Centre 211 Bronson Ave., room 221 $26 MONDAY, JUNE 24, 2024 AT 9 - 10 PM Moov Ottawa: Intro To Waacking w/ Didi @Bronson Centre 211 Bronson Ave., room 221 $26 Link: Join now TUESDAY, JUNE 25, 2024 AT NOON Ottawa Jazz Festival | The Prime Rib Big Band @Marion Dewar Plaza Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/i4acdpYy6hvWMgdw/ Free! Link: Ticketsprogram.ottawajazzfestival.com/item/12982-The-Prime-Rib-Big-Band OLG Stage in Marion Dewar Plaza during Ottawa Jazz Festival Free Show (No Tickets Required) Featuring: Ed Lister ~ Trumpet / Musical Director Nick Dyson ~ Trumpet Mark Ferguson ~ Trombone Michael Schultz ~ Trombone Mike Tremblay ~ Alto Sax Petr Cancura ~ Tenor Sax Brian Asselin ~ Tenor Sax Rich Page ~ Bari Sax Steve Boudreau ~ Piano Ben DiMillo ~ Guitar JP Lapensee ~ Bass Jamie Holmes ~ Drums BIO ~ The Prime Rib Big Band is a 12 piece ensemble that performs original hard swinging, hard grooving big band music in conjunction with witty and intricately crafted reinterpretations of big band and pop classics. The Prime Rib crew have been holding down one of the city's most popular monthly residencies for the last 7 years performing to sold out crowds every time! If you haven't heard of this group before then now's your chance to get in on the action! TUESDAY, JUNE 25, 2024 AT 2 PM Lunchtime Jazz: Sage Reynolds Trio: Explorations 5 @Queen St. Fare 170 Queen St. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/usHW8U88x9aSStT2/ Indulge your senses with an unforgettable midday musical feast as Ottawa Jazz Fest and Bar Robo proudly present the Sage Reynolds Trio: Explorations 5 Lunch Show! Join us for an enchanting afternoon of jazz, culinary delights, and laid-back vibes. Dive into the mesmerizing world of jazz with the Sage Reynolds Trio as they take you on a sonic journey through their latest explorations in music. Led by the incomparable Sage Reynolds on bass, this talented trio promises to captivate audiences with their innovative sound and soulful melodies. Culinary Delights: Indulge in a delectable lunch experience curated by the culinary wizards at Queen St Fare. Savor mouthwatering dishes crafted with locally sourced ingredients, perfectly complemented by refreshing beverages and tantalizing cocktails from the bar. Immerse yourself in the magic of jazz and treat your taste buds to an unforgettable culinary experience at the Sage Reynolds Trio: Explorations 5 Lunch Show. Join us for an afternoon of soul-stirring music, delectable cuisine, and good vibes! TUESDAY, JUNE 25, 2024 AT 4 PM Ottawa Jazz Festival | Que Será Collective @The Shed 106 Sparks St. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/Mk1se5RnU6F7do25/ Free! Link: Ticketsprogram.ottawajazzfestival.com/item/12981-Que-Ser-Collective The Shed on Sparks Street Free Show (No Tickets Required) Featuring: Laura Seaborn - vocals Anthony Kubelka - piano Jennie Seaborn - drums The Que Será Collective is an Ottawa-based jazz, pop and R&B trio. Performing at venues across the region since 2019, the group presents a mix of classics and modern tunes. With a repertoire spanning the past century, all audiences are sure to connect with their music. Laura Seaborn is a graduate of Carleton University's Bachelor of Music Honours program, and has been performing across Ontario and Quebec since 2017. She has had the privilege of sharing the stage with highly skilled musicians such as Dr. Shirantha Beddage, Christine Jensen, Kelsey Grant, Brian O’Kane, Ed Lister and Mark Ferguson to name a few. Laura has been the recipient of a number of music awards including the CHIN/CJLL Radio Scholarship in Music, and the Ottawa Jazz Festival Youth Summit Stingray Rising Stars Award. Anthony Kubelka has been playing piano for nineteen years, and has developed a focus towards jazz for the last twelve. He is a graduate of the Bachelor of Music Honours program at Carleton University, and the Master of Music in Jazz Performance program at the University of Toronto. Over the years, he has performed with numerous ensembles at various venues in the Ottawa and Toronto areas, playing a variety of genres (jazz, funk, blues, big band). Anthony has accompanied numerous gospel, jazz and blues singers. He has developed a keen interest in improvisation, composition, and arranging as well. Jennie Seaborn is a drummer who is proudly endorsed by Istanbul Mehmet cymbals. She completed her Bachelor of Music degree at Carleton University where she earned the Music Award, a Senate Medal in Music, and the Vera Klein Scholarship in Music. Jennie enjoys performing and teaching diverse music styles. She is passionate about music education, which stems from being a drum instructor since the age of fifteen. She recently completed a Bachelor of Education degree with a specialization in Music at the University of Ottawa. WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26, 2024 AT 11:30 AM Ottawa Jazz Festival | Fagan, Elliott and Reynolds @The Shed 106 Sparks St Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/u4ajsZVfvjVEMecp/ Free! Link: Ticketsprogram.ottawajazzfestival.com/item/12984-Fagan-Elliott-and-Reynolds Free Show (No Tickets Required) Featuring: Christine Fagan- vocal Garry Elliott- guitar Sage Reynolds - bass Ottawa vocalist /lyricist Christine Fagan guitarist /composer and Garry Elliott have enjoyed collaborating for several years on original jazz inspired songs. They are joined by bassist extraordinaire Sage Reynolds. WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26, 2024 AT 2 PM Lunchtime Jazz: Side-eye & Grace @Queen St. Fare 170 Queen St. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/2TcjvbPfNnXjQCeu/ Get ready to groove and grub as the Ottawa Jazz Fest and Bar Robo join forces to present an unforgettable lunchtime experience: Side-Eye & Grace! Join us at Bar Robo for an electrifying midday musical extravaganza featuring the sensational sounds of Side-Eye and the soulful melodies of Grace. Settle in with your favorite lunchtime bites and let the smooth rhythms of chamber-jazz wash over you as you unwind in the cozy ambiance of one of Ottawa's hottest spots. Side-Eye & Grace, renowned for their innovative fusion of jazz, East-coast fiddle and improvisation will kick things off with their infectious energy and irresistible grooves. Side-Eye & Grace promises to deliver a performance that will have you tapping your toes and swaying to the beat. So, whether you're looking for the perfect way to break up your workday or simply craving some good music and great food, join us at Bar Robo for Side-Eye & Grace lunch show. It's an experience you won't want to miss! WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26, 2024 AT 7 PM Jazz Nite w/ Rob and Dee @Queen St. Fare 170 Queen St. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/tCPVqXa54aWJUipW/ Join us for an electrifying Jazz Nite at Bar Robo featuring the soulful sounds of "Just Us" band, led by the incomparable duo, Rob and Dee. Get ready to groove to smooth jazz melodies in an intimate setting that's perfect for unwinding with friends. Let the music sweep you away as you sip on craft cocktails and soak in the vibrant atmosphere. Don't miss this unforgettable night of rhythm and soul at Bar Robo! THURSDAY, JUNE 27, 2024 AT 8:30 PM Lake Street Drive | Ottawa Jazz Festival @Confederation Park Laurier Ave. W Event: https://fb.me/e/1L5QwS5DV Tickets: Ticketsprogram.ottawajazzfestival.com/item/12307-Lake-Street-Dive Ottawa Jazz Festival presents: Lake Street Dive Thursday, June 27 | Main Stage, Confederation Park | 8:30pm Purchase online: ottawajazzfestival.com/tickets Since forming in 2004, Lake Street Dive have matched their sophisticated musicianship with a fearless refusal to limit their sound. As shown on their most recent full-length album, 2021‘s critically acclaimed Obviously, the Boston-bred band also possess a keen talent for combining sociopolitical commentary with immediately catchy pop gems. With their current lineup comprised of founding members Rachael Price (vocals), Bridget Kearney (bass), and Michael Calabrese (drums) — as well as keyboardist/vocalist Akie Bermiss and touring guitarist James Cornelison — Lake Street Dive continue to create joyously soulful rock & roll with equal parts ingenuity, intelligence, and irresistible abandon. Although a certain spirited eclecticism has defined Lake Street Dive since their earliest days, the band‘s four original members (including former guitarist/trumpet player Michael “McDuck” Olson) first crossed paths while studying jazz at Boston‘s New England Conservatory of Music. Their full-length debut In This Episode… arrived in 2007, followed by three more independently released and rapturously received albums. As the band‘s energetic live show continued to earn them a devoted following, Lake Street Dive made their Nonesuch Records debut with Side Pony: a 2016 effort that instantly shot to No. 1 on three Billboard charts and later landed on Paste‘s 50 Best Albums of 2016 list. The following year, the group experienced a new infusion of creative energy with the addition of Bermiss (previously their touring keyboardist), who has since begun sharing writing and arrangement duties. Arriving in 2018, Lake Street Dive‘s self-produced sixth album Free Yourself Up debuted in the top ten on the Billboard 200 and spent seven-and-a-half months on the non-commercial radio charts, with the smoldering hit single “Good Kisser” holding steady in the top five at Americana radio for over a month. In recent years, Lake Street Dive have brought even more boldness to their kaleidoscopic sound while deliberately expanding their songcraft. To that end, Obviously finds the band examining such complex matters as gender inequality (on “Being a Woman”) and the monumental challenges faced by younger generations (on “Making Do”), shaping each track with a profound intentionality and ineffable mastery of melody and groove — a process Price refers to as “putting these messages into three and a half minute snippets, dropping whatever truth we can and hoping it‘s the type of thing that people want to ruminate on.” Made with producer Mike Elizondo (Fiona Apple, Mary J. Blige), the result is an endlessly illuminating body of work that‘s earned praise from the likes of Rolling Stone (who noted that “[a]t a moment when pop strives for lo-fi, solitary-world intimacy, the jazz-pop-whatever band refuse to think small”). Last fall, to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of their first covers EP, Lake Street Dive released Fun Machine: The Sequel, a 6-track EP of cover songs produced by Robin MacMillan and recorded at Figure 8 Recording in Brooklyn and Lucy‘s Meat Market in Los Angeles. This new collection of songs reveals what makes the group so unique and their curations so special. Lake Street Dive don‘t just inhabit these interpretations; they knock the walls down, re-finish the floors, and on some of them add a new room or two — it‘s a way to both acknowledge their inspirations while also advancing their own musical foundation, inspiring a new generation of fans along the way. And as always, it‘s their signature combination of immaculate musicianship, exceptional, inventive chops, and free-wheeling, playful sense of fun and originality leading the way. Over the years, they‘ve captivated massive audiences at such esteemed festivals as Newport Folk Festival, Telluride Bluegrass Festival, and Toronto Jazz Festival, in addition to headlining tours all across the globe and sharing stages with acts like Brandi Carlile and Sheryl Crow. And through their fierce commitment to constantly elevating their artistry, Lake Street Dive have ultimately emerged as one of the most compelling voices in alternative music today, both reliably sublime and thrilling unpredictable. THURSDAY, JUNE 27, 2024 AT 9 PM Miguel de Armas & Friends @Montgomery Scotch Lounge 750 Gladstone Ave. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/j9HJbwtRzFT8fyCf/ Tickets (free): Freewww.eventbrite.ca/e/multicultural-celebration-day-with-miguel-de-armas-friends-tickets-907192967587 Axé Worldfest presents A Multicultural Celebration Day with Miguel de Armas & friends Thursday, June 27th 2024 - 9pm Come join us for a vibrant evening filled with music, dance, and cultural fusion! Our event will feature the talented Miguel de Armas and his friends, promising a night of unforgettable performances. The venue for this exciting gathering is the Montgomery Scotch Lounge. Get ready to immerse yourself in a celebration of diversity and unity through the universal language of music. Don't miss out on this unique experience! Band: Samantha Christ François - vocals Ariel Cubría - guitar José Hernández - drums Miguel de Armas - piano FREE with RSVP Venue: Montgomery Scotch Lounge 750 Gladstone Avenue / Ottawa, ON, K1R 6X5 Call for reservations: 613-230-6287 https://montgomeryscotchlounge.com/live-music/ FRIDAY, JUNE 28 AT 5 PM - MONDAY, JULY 1 AT 11 PM SOLÉ - Canada Day Weekend @CTV Parking Lot 62 1/2 York St. (Beside Starbucks) Ottawa, On Event: https://fb.me/e/1SKK5eZ2j Tickets: Tickets · Free - CA$74.80www.eventbrite.ca/e/sole-canada-day-weekend-tickets-845094499397 SOLÉ celebrates Canada Day Weekend with a 4 day open-air dance party, in the heart of Ottawa’s Byward Market. Featuring our country’s absolute best event curators, creatives and DJ’s. Expect nothing less than good music, good food, good drinks, good vibes and good people. SOLÉ The music lovers day party. Canada Day Weekend July 28 - July 1, 2024 3PM - 11PM CTV Parking Lot 62 1/2 York St. (Beside Starbucks) Ottawa, On Friday June 28th - SOLÉ x AMASHOWZA Saturday June 29th - SOLÉ x REWIND x FLOWERS Sunday June 30th - SOLÉ x PULL UP OTTAWA Monday July 1st - SOLÉ x BAM BAM FRIDAY, JUNE 28, 2024 AT 10:30 PM Ottawa Jazz Festival | Butcher Brown @Marion Dewar Plaza 110 Laurier Ave. W. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/mHTgQuDztxQ533Bc/ Tickets: Ticketsprogram.ottawajazzfestival.com/item/12446-Butcher-Brown SATURDAY, JUNE 29, 2024 AT 3 PM - MONDAY, JULY 1 AT 2 AM Saravah Brazilian Festival! @SAW Centre 67 Nicholas St. Event: https://fb.me/e/1Dw5Mjp8d Tickets $15 (day pass) $20(full festival pass) Saravah Brazilian Festival June 29 & 30 2024 LOCATION: SAW Club 67 Nicholas Street Ottawa Line Up: Alberto Salgado - Brazil Maracatu Mar Aberto - Toronto Luciano LU Capoeira Dendê Do Recife Regina Teixeira Victor Anastacio Trio QI de Abelha DJ Sassy Beatz DJ DANM DJ JolyB Brazily Dance (Performing Brazilian Choreography) Mariana Moral Sabo (Performing Samba Song) Alegria Tropical (Performing Samba Song) Tickets: *A limited number of tickets will be available to Brazilian newcomers *Children up to 12 years old are free if accompanied by their parents *Tickets are $15 per day or $20 for the full festival pass *** The list of vendors will be announced soon! Funding by The City of Ottawa and support by Co-operators Investments e Mario's food center. SATURDAY, JUNE 29, 7 PM - CLOSE Kaminsky Selects @Ten Toes Coffee 873 Somerset St. W 100% vinyl: Afro & Latin - Voodoo Funk - Rockers Reggae - Early Dancehall - Ska - Forro - Samba Soul - Antillean - High Life - Caribbean - Congolese Rumba - Son Cubano - Cumbia - Salsa - Hard Funk 45s SATURDAY, JUNE 29, 2024 AT 8 PM School of Bass # 68.1 @Swizzles Bar and Grill 244 Queen St. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/fqgEEfawjo8t7ztL/ Techno! Breaks! Breakcore! Jungle! DnB! And more! Featuring: Dj Optional Dj Bassmati Dj Serpenta Dj Mimsey Daemon Dj Emmett Dj Mister Mystic Dj I.D.E Projekt Decos by Dems & Doll Bring your food can for the Ottawa Food Bank! Saturday June 29th 2024 Swizzles Bar and Grill - 246 Queen street (Basement) +19 event. Valid photo I.D. required. Pay what you can at the door! P.L.U.R R.O.A.R SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL SCENE SATURDAY, JUNE 29, 2024 AT 8:30 PM Ottawa Jazz Festival: Norah Jones @Confederation Park 100 Elgin St. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/t7CLcrQVCCMy2Ziz/ Tickets: Ticketsottawajazzfestival.com/tickets SATURDAY, JUNE 29, 2024 AT 10:30 PM - 2 AM DiscoLab: JUNE! @Parlour 1319 Wellington St. W., Ottawa Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1740957469774918/ Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/discolab-june-tickets-911470822767?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl Hey DiscoLab family! DiscoLab is back at @Parlour for our very first summertime DiscoLab on Saturday June the 29th! Expect all the good vibes, music, visuals, Photo Booth, dancing and hope to see you all out in full Disco attire with the moves to boot. DiscoLab is people coming together and feeling free to the funk in the spirit of the mid 1970’s to early 1980’s. We encourage everyone to take it to the next level by dressing up in your finest disco gear and get ready to GET DOWN to some of the best music and vibes Ottawa has to offer. Combined, Alex & Trevor have been rocking dancefloors and collecting music for more than 60 years! They have been and will continuing to bring that experience and understanding of the era to enhance the DiscoLab experience trying to introduce and play lesser known underground classics coupled with a dash of your favourite anthems. We hope to see you out on the dance floor dressed to the hilt & sweating bullets. SUNDAY, JUNE 30, 2024 AT 8:30 PM Ottawa Jazz Festival: The Yussef Dayes Experience @Marion Dewar Plaza 110 Laurier Ave Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/h6jvPdH2J4kyuC6z/ Tickets: Ticketsbit.ly/3IGQH3D Day Passes for June 30 include performances by: 6:30pm, Main Stage - Jazz Youth Summit 8:30pm, Main Stage - Veronica Swift 10:30pm, OLG Stage - The Yussef Dayes Experience MONDAY, JULY 1st, 2024 AT 10:30 AM Chief Pinese Walking Tour @New Edinburgh Fieldhouse - Crichton Community Council 206 Stanley Ave. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/9Gf6CQXmgbnPUgUc/ All are welcome. The Chief Pinesi Walking Tour will be led by Owen Clarkin. The tours will be at 9:30 AM and pass along the shore of the Rideau River to see Rideau and then pass down to greet the arriving Pinesi Paddlers. Having welcomed the Pinesi Paddlers travelling from Oka at Governor Bay about 11, the walkers will head back to 203 Stanley for the festivities. Walking tour description: Owen will showcase plant species knowledge. The forests in this area are among the best preserved in the city this close to downtown Ottawa. This guided walk acknowledges the nearly 8,000 years of Algonquin presence in this part of Ottawa. MONDAY, JULY 1st, 2024 AT NOON Unified Rhythms | Canada Day Party | One day 17 DJs @Alora 30 Clarence St Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/GKUCaJedRfYGJrrw/ Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.fr/e/921507703347?aff=oddtdtcreator 21+ Join us for a spectacular celebration of Canada Day at ALORA Ottawa & ALORA Rooftop! Get ready for a day filled with live music, food and a festive atmosphere.Don't miss out on this exciting event that promises to be a memorable experience. See you there! Music + Rooftop + Fireworks = Awesome Party Dj Line-Up Alamusic Ali Harb Balu Cormier Dan Medland Dasa Etienne Ozborne Joe Juarez Martin Villeneuve Max L Mateo Aragao Nic G Paulo Cardoso Phil On Fire Rick Laplante Return of the jaded Ryan Labelle Food & Drinks: Delicious snacks and refreshing drinks available for purchase. WEDNESDAY, JULY 3, 2024 AT 8:30 PM The Prime Rib Big Band: Full Swingin’ Summer! @Irene’s Pub 885 Bank St. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/HWj5oYTZhLK2Bk4x/ Tickets: Ticketsbuytickets.at/irenespubandrestaurant/1273025 The Prime Rib Big Band will be blazing a trail to Irene's Pub on Wednesday 3rd July to get the summer vibes into full swing!! As always, get down early to grab yourself a good spot!! See you there!! |
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