While last weeks show focused on music with a political edge, today's will play to the birds and bees of spring. Love won, love lost, love taken for granted, unrequited love, you name it a singer has sung a song about it. The first album I pulled out while getting this show together was the aptly titled Perfect Angel by Minnie Ripperton. Minnie was a singer who was blessed with a five octave voice and was not scared to use it to full effect while either singing soul on her own self released albums or singing on the Rotary Connection's psych albums. As Minnie's career spanned both the psych and soul realm this show shall too. That being said I did throw in some jazz and some songs more about life than love hoping add another layer to the mix. Happy weekend Friday Drivers, enjoy the springtime weather out there, we earned it this year.
| Brothers and Sisters Milton Wright - Friends and Buddies LP Alston 1975 |
| A Sometime Kind of Thing Betty Wright - This Time For Real LP Alston 1977 |
| I Can Only Think of You Gwen McCrae - Melody of Life LP Cat 191976 |
| Tear Stained Pillow Carla Whitney - Choker Campbell & the Super Sounds LP Attic 1975 
|
| Wade In the Water Harvey Mandel - Cristo Redentor LP Philips 1968 |
| Inside Out American Gypsy - S/T LP Cadet 1975 |
| Play With Fire Barbara and Ernie - Prelude To…. LP Cotillion 1971 |
| Little Children Jay Kaye and Co. - Suddenly One Summer LP White Whale 1968
|
| Because It’s Not An Easy Thing Graham James - What Is Me LP Rene Records 1974 |
| Let’s Make Peace and Stop the War Funk Inc. - Chicken Lickin’ LP Prestige 1972 |
| Really Really Rhetta Young - Young and Restless LP All Platinum 1976 |
| Lady Fair Gene McDaniels - Natural Juices LP Ode 1975 |
| It Ain’t Were You’ve Been Latimore - S/T LP Glades 1976 |
| Black Gold Mighty Chevelles - Black Gold LP Flaming Arrow 1977 |
| To Claudia On Thursday The Millenium - Begin LP Columbia 1968 |
| Love Song Lani Hall - Sundown Lady LP A & M 1972 |
| Every time He Comes Around Minnie Ripperton - Perfect Angel LP Epic 1974 |
| My World Is Empty Margie Joseph - Phase II LP Volt 1971 |
| Metropolis Wilderness America - A Celebration of the Land LP 1975 |
| So Damn Funky Hot Chocolate - S/T LP Co Co Cleveland 1971 |
| The Spinning Wheel Barbara Acklin - I Did It LP Brunswick 1970 |
| Thats All Part of Loving Him Tommie Young - Do you Still Feel the Same Way LP Soul Power 1973 |
| Street Girl Professor Lett and Study - Love Serenade LP Beantown Records 1974
|
| Mode For D.D. The Awakening - Mirage LP Black Jazz 1973 |
| I’ll Be Your Rainbow Bobby Wilson - I’ll Be Your Rainbow LP Buddah 1975 |
| Living Without You Lou Johnson - With You In Mind LP Volt 1971 |
| Jessica Roy Porter - Jessica LP Che Lan 12974 |
| Mama Wailer Lonnie Smith - Mama Wailer LP Kudu 1971 |
| EVERY MONDAY AT 10 PM - 2 AM
Karaoke hosted by DJ LP @27 Club Ottawa 27 York St. Karaoke Mondays! Grab your pals, enjoy the drink specials, grab the mic & the stage is yours every Monday. EVERY TUESDAY AT 7 - 11 PM Open Mic Night hosted by Jess Cole & Ketura Johnson @Cassette Listening Bar 2557 Baseline Road Come jam! EVERY WEDNESDAY AT 10 PM - 2 AM lifeboogie presents: [Why Not] w/ Trevor Walker @27 Club 27 York St. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Zy6cc6XWv/ No Cover | 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 vinyl + digital 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 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 page: https://soundcloud.com/trevorlifeboogiewalker Vibes to get you past the midweek hump! Hope to see you out making moves. EVERY THURSDAY AT 10 PM - 2 AM Take Off Thursday w/ DJ Nauty Nice + Selekta Shells on weekly rotation @27 Club Ottawa 27 York St. No Cover | 19+ The gateway to your weekend! EVERY FRIDAY AT 7:30 - 10:30 PM Ten Toes Trivia hosted by Floydeeee @Ten Toes Coffee Co. 837 Somerset St. W. Join host Floydeeeee at Ten Toes Somerset every Friday to put your knowledge to the test. Three rounds, free to play with prizes galore. No reservations, first come first serve. EVERY FRIDAY AT 10 PM - 2 AM In D Basement Fridays: Soca Vs DanceHall @56 Byward 56 Byword Market Square Every Friday in the basement at 56 Byward join DJ Magnificent, DJ UP ’N Gone, Selekta Shells, DJ Fusion + Special Guests for an evening of 100% Dancehall & Soca Anthems! FRIDAY, APRIL 24, 2026 AT 7 - 9 PM Full Flava Friday: All Styles Cypher Jam! @The Flava Factory 1076B Wellington Street W. Full Flava Friday is going down all styles cypher jam! FRIDAY, APRIL 24, 2026 AT 8 - 11:45 PM lifeboogie Weekend DJ set @FONO 473 Bronson Ave. FONO is handing the musical direction over to Trevor Walker aka “lifeboogie” to provide the soundtrack for the night on Friday April 24. Expect “a taste of what you didn’t know you we’re missing” with a journey through global grooves featuring anything from Jazz-Funk, Soul, Afro, Latin, Brazilian, House, Bruk & so much more all carefully curated from some of the deepest crates in the city all on vinyl! SATURDAY, APRIL 25, 2026 AT 7 PM - LATE Hidden Crates w/ Vektrx + Paarleh @Cassette Lounge Bar 2557 Baseline Rd Hidden Crates are back on the decks to bring an all vinyl set of Hip Hop, Funk, Soul, R&B & more while also celebrating Vektrx birthday at midnight! Don’t sleep! SATURDAY, APRIL 25, 2026 AT 7 PM R&B Period. 2026 @Rogers Centre Ottawa 52 Colonel By Dr. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/15bJhaK1x9a/ Tickets: https://RANDBPERIOD2026.eventbrite.ca You and 1,500+ R&B lovers, dressed in all black, coming together for an unforgettable dance party, sing-along, and meet-up, carefully curated for Ottawa’s finest. EVENT: R&B PERIOD. DATE: Saturday April 25, 2026 VENUE: Rogers Centre - 85 Colonel By Dr. Ottawa, On, Canada TIME: 7PM - 12:30AM Hosted by Prosper & Mace MUSIC: DJs and guests to be announced. VIBE: An unforgettable dance party, sing-along and meet up, carefully curated for R&B music lovers. Featuring breathtaking panoramic views, overlooking the iconic Rideau Canal and historic Parliament Hill. DRESS CODE: All Black Attire. SATURDAY, APRIL 25, 2026 AT 10 PM - LATE Loose Joints w/ DJs Maybe Tommy + Lougi3n + O Say + Honey Crisp @FONO 473 Bronson Ave. Loose Joints is back on April 25th with an all star lineup of selectors providing the vibes for your Saturday night at Ottawa’s newest HiFi Lounge! SATURDAY, APRIL 25, 2026 AT 11 PM - CLOSE DJ Balu @27 Club Ottawa 27 York St DJ Balu will be gracing the decks all night at The 27 Club dropping some proper house music vibes all night. SUNDAY, APRIL 26, 2026 AT 5 - 9 (10ish) PM Bytown Soul Club @Pubwells 431 Sussex Dr. Bytown Soul Club is back with Bjorn Late, DJ Lewis & special guest DJ Alex “Magnificent” Edwards dropping and all vinyl set featuring 6 decades of Soul, Funk & Disco flavoured 45s from the 60’s on. MONDAY, APRIL 27, 2026 AT 5 - 8 PM Grown Ass Pizza Party @Cassette Lounge Bar 2557 Baseline Rd. Cassette is a Vinyl & Arcade bar that's bit of a hidden gem in the West End of Ottawa. From Bayshore, to Greenbank, to Merivale to Kanata. Those who lived downtown for years, have moved out here in the burbs, but it's time to find the tribe and bring em all back home with Hip Hop, RNB and Global Sounds. April 27th, 2026 5 pm to 8 pm* 2 Slices of Pizza and a Gifted Vinyl WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29, 2026 AT 12 PM The Ed Lister Group feat. Alex Moxon: Southminster noon hour show @Southminster United Church 15 Aylmer Ave. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BHPyN9QaL/ A swinging, grooving afternoon of music is to be had on April 29th as The Ed Lister Group welcomes Alex Moxon to the stage!! Free will offering show. The band features..... Ed Lister ~ Trumpet Alex Moxon ~ Guitar Deniz Lim Sersan ~ Piano Chris Pond ~ Double bass Jose Garcia ~ Drums THURSDAY, APRIL 30 - SUNDAY, MAY 3, 2026 Empowering Women in the Music Industry EWIMI 6th Edition @NAC 1 Elgin St. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1GYHMWE5Td/ Tickets: Ticketsnac-cna.ca/en/event/40721 The showcase banners are organized by date below: April 30 - shows open to the public, link to the tickets May 1 - shows open to the public, link to the tickets May 2 - shows open to the public, link to the tickets Axé WorldFest present the 6th annual edition of their much anticipated conference: Empowering Women in the Music Industry - EWIMI / April 30, May 1 & 2 2026 Our activities: EWIMI6 is a three-day, multi-venue conference and showcase program featuring seventeen events across nine venues, including thirteen live showcases and six DJ showcases, alongside networking mixers, artist pitching, keynotes, panels, workshops, mentorship, wellness sessions, museum networking tours, and nightly showcases. Our vision: EWIMI is a national and international gathering dedicated to women-identifying, non-binary, trans, Two-Spirit, and gender-diverse artists and music industry professionals, while welcoming allies into a respectful, supportive space. The 2026 theme, Cultural Connectors, positions artists and cultural workers as bridges between communities, cultures, and countries, advancing collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and relationship-building toward a more equitable global music ecosystem. Presented by Axé WorldFest in partnership with the National Arts Centre, EWIMI connects industry leaders and emerging talent to exchange knowledge, spark new projects, and build lasting professional relationships, centering voices historically underrepresented in the music industry. Artist curation pairs emerging and established talent to encourage mentorship and audience development, showcasing globally influenced, genre-blending artists and creating meaningful opportunities for artists, cultural workers, and local businesses. All live showcases are at the National Arts Centre - tickets for the showcases can be bought via NAC website: https://nac-cna.ca/en/event/40721 May 1st & 2nd - DAYTIME ACTIVITIES like: Keynotes, panels, workshops and professional development are FREE w/ RSVP (Link coming soon) www.axeworldfest.com LIVE Artist Showcases below Thursday April 30th 2026 - 6pm Official Opening NIGHT w/ Red Carpet Experience at Fourth - National Arts Centre * Doors 6:30pm * shows 7pm Miss Mcleod Miss McLeod is a powerhouse singer, songwriter, producer, and performer from Ottawa, Ontario, bringing bold theatricality, fearless artistry, and a dash of Jamaican roots to every stage she touches. Born in 2005, she is already a prolific creative force, having written, produced, and released seven albums, with her most recent projects entirely self-mixed and self-mastered, establishing her as a fully independent, artist-led creator with exceptional technical and creative command. Divka DIVKA is a sonic experience using bygone folk songs from Ukrainian and global women's music-making traditions, weaving a sonic constellation of delicate arpeggios on bandura (esoteric Ukrainian harp), ethereal vocals, and guttural ancient invocations on the viola. As a sonic rebel reckoning, DIVKA's music is charged with mythology, traditional village singing, and generations of femme power, mystic whimsy, and a dash of vengeance. Their debut album will be released April 2nd, 2026, and you can listen to their single "Kailailiri" everywhere music is streamed. Tara Moneka Tara Moneka is a Black Iraqi artist and singer whose music bridges cultures, histories, and traditions. Born in Baghdad and raised in a Sufi family, she blends Afro-Sufi, Arabic, and Swahili influences with Jazz, R&B, Soul, Funk, Blues, Maqam, and Afrobeat. Singing in Arabic, English, Urdu, Spanish, Turkish, and Swahili, she treats music as a universal language. Her journey began at 13 on The Voice Middle East. As the lead of Dijlah, an all-women band, Tara amplifies women’s rights through sound. Her performances connect past and future, East and West, with resilience and purpose. Ammoye Ammoye is an 8‑time Juno‑nominated artist known for her vibrant blend of reggae fusion, soul, jazz, dub, and R&B. Originally from Clarendon, Jamaica and now based in Toronto, she draws inspiration from icons like Bob Marley, Sade, and Grace Jones. She has shared stages with major artists including Michael Bublé, Sean Paul, Ziggy Marley, and Wyclef Jean, and has performed at international festivals such as CoMa Fest (Brazil), Exit Festival (Serbia), and Afrofest (South Africa). Following her U.S. debut tour and her Lincoln Center performance, Ammoye prepares to release her new album The Shift and its companion Book of Affirmations in 2026. Friday May 1st 2026 - Fourth Stage - National Arts Centre * Doors 6:30pm * shows 7pm Samantha Christ François Samantha Christ François, a Haitian singer, began her musical journey at age 7 in her church, where her passion for music first took shape. She performs with ease in Creole, French, English, Spanish, Portuguese, and Swahili. Her versatile voice moves effortlessly through gospel, R&B, Latin rhythms, and jazz, showcasing a remarkable ability to blend styles. In 2020, she relocated to Ottawa, Canada, where she found new artistic opportunities. Since then, she has collaborated with numerous musicians and has become a valued presence in the local music scene, enriching it with her cultural heritage, talent, and vibrant artistic energy. Siibii Siibii is a Montreal-based queer, trans non-binary, Indigenous songwriter creating emotionally charged, genre-fluid pop rooted in identity, ancestry, and self-acceptance. Named after the Cree word for “river,” Siibii channels ever-flowing intention and imagination into electronic grooves and luminous vocals. Their self-titled debut EP Siibii (2025) earned widespread acclaim, CBC Music Top 100 placement, and three sold-out release shows in Toronto, Ottawa, and Montreal. With over three million streams and breakout track “YOY,” Siibii is quickly emerging as one of Canada’s most compelling new voices. Kazdoura Founded by Syrian singer Leen Hamo and Lebanese jazz musician John Abou Chacra, Rooted in Levantine Arabic music and fueled by genre-bending experimentation, Kazdoura is a vibrant fusion of Arabic Maqams, middle eastern groovy rhythms, psychedelia, and soulful jazz saxophone, creating a fresh and electrifying take on Arabic classics and original compositions. Mireya Ramos Latin Grammy winning, multiple Latin Grammy and Grammy nominee vocalist, musician, composer, producer, arranger and founder of Flor de Toloache– NY’s only all women mariachi. Mireya embodies all of her musical influences whether classical, mariachi, salsa, merengue or hip-hop, always creating a unique and refreshing sound. Her versatility, natural improvisational skills and beautiful tone has made her one of the top Latin artists in New York City. She is currently promoting her debut solo album self titled “Mireya” which include collaborations with Flor de Toloache, Gaby Moreno, Haydée Milanés, Camilo Lara, Adrian Quesada, Velcro and the legendary Mike Garson. Friday May 1st - 11pm *LATE NIGHT*SPEAK EASY Little Favela Studio party DJ Artist SHOWCASES Juana Go-Gó Natalia Lebeis - Brazil La Niña Kiwi Saturday May 2nd 2026 - Azrieli Studio - National Arts Centre * Doors 7 pm * shows 7:30 pm Amanda Fox Amanda Fox is Ojibwe and a proud member of Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory, currently based in Ottawa. A lifelong pow wow dancer with over 30 years of experience, she is a cultural advocate sharing Indigenous stories and traditions through dance, beadwork, sewing, and movement. Amanda created Pow Wow Workout, an innovative fitness experience blending pow wow dance, storytelling, and Zumba to promote holistic wellness and cultural learning. Through workshops, classes, and community outreach across Canada, Amanda inspires participants to connect with culture, move with intention, and embrace balanced, healthy lives. Empress Nyiringango Empress Nyiringango is a Rwandan/Canadian multilingual singer-songwriter blending Rwandan traditional music with contemporary influences. Creator of the JABLUR sound, she fuses jazz, blues, and ancestral rhythms while spotlighting the inanga, a sacred Rwandan zither. Through powerful chants, she shares messages of hope, healing, resilience, and love. Her album UBUNTU was nominated for Global Roots Album of the Year at the 2024 Canadian Folk Music Awards, and her music appears in the award-winning film It Comes in Waves. She is currently preparing a new album for Fall 2026. The Pairs This Internationally touring band of celebrated songwriters greet every stage with a genuine, quirky presence and unbottled chemistry. Their sibling harmonies and familial banter quickly connects them to their audience. Whether The Pairs are playing an intimate house concert or a sold out show at a Performing Arts Centre, these classically trained vocalists make it their mission to employ three-part harmony and honest storytelling as the mighty tools that soften and connect us. The Pairs will release their fourth studio album in Fall 2025. This album encapsulates the authentic, minimalistic, and acoustic style performances the trio has become known for. Rachel Therrien A highly active musician and creator, Rachel Therrien released Mi Hogar II with her Latin Jazz Project, on March 7 2025 with Lulaworld records. Trumpeter, composer and producer, Rachel Therrien has built a reputation as an internationally acclaimed artist, standing out for her versatility and unique instinct for musical innovation. Nominated at ADISQ with the albums Mi Hogar and VENA, at the JUNOs with her fifth album VENA (four stars from Downbeat), and at the GRAMMYs with Virtual Birdland by the Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra, Rachel is a renowned musician CLOSING PARTY WITH TIMEKODE (Trevor Walker & Kwende) FEATURING MC Alea De Castro and DJs Seiiizi & Karyen 11PM - free with your wristband and/or tickets from the showcases - You can also buy this section for $15 (link coming soon) This conference is brought to you by Axé Worldfest in partnership with National Arts Centre Co-presenters: CKCU FM (more TBC) Government funding by: Ontario Creates FRIDAY, MAY 1, 2026 AT 7:30 PM The Ed Lister Group feat. Alex Moxon @Night Oat 750 Gladstone Ave. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/18TqVgJBVt/ The Ed Lister Group will be lighting up the stage for their monthly residency at the Night Oat! for the month of May, we'll be featuring prolific guitarist Alex Moxon and the music of Woody Shaw! This will be a blazer of a night and the band is stacked!!! Ed Lister ~ Trumpet Alex Moxon ~ Guitar Mark Ferguson ~ Organ JP Lapensee ~ Bass Jamie Holmes ~ Drums $20.00 entry fee!! FRIDAY, MAY 1, 2026 AT 8 PM - LATE Boogaloo Jones @Cassette 2557 Baseline Rd. Boogaloo Jones is a Bangladeshi-Canadian DJ / Producer based out of Montreal. Mixing a wide range of genres from Hip Hop, R&B, House, Disco, UKG and Jungle. He’s known for bringing a dynamic energy to dance floors ad listening spaces alike. Expect some killer vibes and deep cuts all on 100% vinyl all night! SATURDAY, MAY 2, 2026 AT 11 PM - CLOSE TIMEKODE X EWIMI ’26: Official Closing Party Takeover w/ special guests DJ Karyen + hosted by MC & Dancer Alea De Castro! @D’Afrique 349 Dalhousie (2nd Floor) Tickets: https://www.timekode.com/tickets The TK crew have the pleasure of teaming up with AXE to provide the soundtrack for the EWIMI ’26 closing party at D’Afrique with special guests MC & Dancer Alea De Castro (hosting) + DJ Karyen alongside the crew Seiiizi + DJ Memetic + Trevor Walker. Keep an eye out for all the upcoming events. Don’t sleep! SATURDAY, MAY 2, 2026 AT 10 PM - 3 AM White Rabbit: SETOU & SENYO + DAVE STARKS + ELYZE @City At Night 222 Slater St. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Cn6UAfaSY/ Tickets: Ticketssairyo.live/event/4297/white-rabbit-setou-senyo-dave-starks-elyze-l4twre Saturday May 2nd we're hosting a lineup of some of Ottawa's top DJ talent, featuring nothing but the best underground house/tech-house music in our nationa's capital. SETOU & SENYO DAVE STARKS ELYZE MONDAY, MAY 4, 2026 AT 6 PM - MIDNIGHT 45 Day 2026 w/ Jas Nasty + Seiiizi + Cool Cal + lifeboogie + Chris Int’l + Vektrx + Zack Parker @Cassette Lounge Bar 2557 Baseline Road Ottawa selectors Jas Nasty + Seiiizi + Cool Cal + lifeboogie + Chris Int’l will be linking up May 4th at Cassette for an all 45s set to celebrate the 45 Day 2026 Celebration as part of the legendary 45 Day Twitch Raid Train! Hope you can join us! FRIDAY, MAY 8, 2026 Cranium Conference & Showcase @NAC 1 Elgin St. Application link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdYJlnAW1XDXsUpSkGRZXlgxabp5SRRJqdNVUADzJdnp-VaSw/viewform The 2026 Cranium Showcase is an opportunity to display your talents for and network with local, national and international music industry professionals. A Showcase is NOT a regular concert. Cranium Arts Project will be bringing dozens of music professionals (The National Arts Centre, Ottawa, May 8 and 9, 2026) to the event for showcasing artists to demonstrate their talent, meet in person and cultivate relationships to further your career. Showcasing artists are offered an honorarium for attending mandatory meetings and performing at the showcase. FRIDAY, MAY 8, 2026 AT 11 PM Juste Du Italo-Disco w/ DJ Grondini @Minotaure 2 Rue Kent, Gatineau Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1DgXhV3N2H/ Soirée Italo-Disco, Vol.1 Préparez-vous à voyager dans le temps avec une soirée 100% italo-disco, alors que DJ Grondini sera aux platines pour la première fois au Minotaure! . Venez danser jusqu’aux petites heures et faire vibrer le dancefloor comme à la grande époque avec les hits de Gino Soccio, Silver Pozzoli, Ryan Paris, Giorgio Moroder, Valerie Doré, Amanda Lear, Rafaella Carra, Cicciolina et beaucoup plus! . Dès 23 h, entrée gratuite! Italo-Disco Night, Vol.1 Get ready to travel back in time with a 100% Italian-disco evening, as DJ Grondini will be on the decks for the first time at the Minotaur!. Come dance until the wee hours and rock the dancefloor like in the heyday with hits by Gino Soccio, Silver Pozzoli, Ryan Paris, Giorgio Moroder, Valerie Doré, Amanda Lear, Rafaella Carra, Cicciolina and many more!. Starting at 11 p.m., free admission! SATURDAY, MAY 9, 2026 AT 9 PM Mecca Of Stank + NitroTurtle @Irene’s Pub 885 Bank St. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/18L4h3Qjgg/ Tickets: Ticketsbuytickets.at/irenespubandrestaurant/2110020 Join Mecca of Stank with special guest NitroTurtle for an incredible night of soul, funk, jazz-fusion, old school hip hop with a dash of reggae featuring some of the funkiest musicians in the city! SATURUDAY, MAY 9, 2026 AT 10 PM - 3 AM White Rabbit: MARTIN VILLENEUVE + UNKL PAULY + CALLAN FARRELL @City At Night 222 Slater St. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/14a2WzFDU9G/ Tickets: Ticketssairyo.live/event/4298/white-rabbit-martin-villeneuve-unkl-pauly-callan-farrell-7xjduj Saturday May 9th we're hosting a lineup of some of Ottawa's top DJ talent, featuring: MARTIN VILLENEUVE www.instagram.com/martin.villeneuve/ www.soundcloud.com/martin-villeneuve Accomplished Canadian DJ & producer, Martin Villeneuve aka MV / Envy has released numerous productions on industry heavyweights such as PinkStar Black (SUI), Hotfingers (Italy), Housesession (GER), Yoshitoshi (USA), Pornostar (HUN) and countless others. His music has been featured by international brands such as Armani, Hed Kandi, Ultra, Bacardi, Global Underground, Pacha, Privilege, Tranceport, Heineken and Tuborg. His productions have received support from such notables as Pete Tong, Danny Tenaglia, UMEK, Deep Dish (Sharam & Dubfire), Manuel De La Mare, Crazibiza, My Digital Enemy, John Digweed, Roger Sanchez, Steve Lawler, and numerous others. His music regularly charts on all the major music sites. In 2006, his rework of the Styx classic “Mr. Roboto” reached the #1 spot overall on Beatport and 40 of his releases have made their way in Beatport’s top 100. From 2006 to 2009 he owned and operated Heaven nightclub in Ottawa, Canada. Leading British music site, Trackitdown(dot)net once hailed "Martin is one of the most exciting producers of the last 12 months". Past residencies include Stereo, Circus and New City Gas in Montreal, all clubs that have been featured in DJ Mag’s Top 100 clubs in the world. w/ local support from: UNKL PAULY CALLAN FARRELL FRIDAY, MAY 15, 2026 AT 6 - 9 PM Moov Ottawa: TH3RD FRIDAYS @George St. Plaza 55 Byword Market Sq. Th3rd Fridays is @moovottawa’s signature battle series (on the 3rd Friday of the month), bringing together dancers, DJs, and the community through street/club dance culture and music. Since 2018, it’s grown from a grassroots jam and now into a touring event across Canada First stop: our hometown 🎧 DJ: Spexialkxy 🎤 MC: Effect 👑 Judge: Vanessa Love STRICTLY HIP HOP MUSIC / ALL STYLES BATTLE Kids u17: 7 to smoke (max 10 dancers) Adults 18+: 1 vs 1 (Max 32 dancers) Prize: 1st place $400 / 2nd place $100 Kids: 1st & 2nd get gift cards FRIDAY, MAY 15, 2026 Atlantis Jazz Ensemble Release Party @Irene’s 885 Bank St Pre order (vinyl LP / CD / digital): https://atlantisjazzensemble.bandcamp.com/ The long awaited new album from Ottawa’s very cherished Atlantis Jazz Ensemble is coming out February 27th in all formats and the band will be celebrating with a release party at Irene’s in case you missed the first party at Minotaure. FRIDAY, MAY 22, 2026 AT 7 PM - CLOSE lifeboogie Saturdaze *on a Friday @Cassette Lounge Bar 2557 Baseline Road *Normally every first Saturday monthly! Dropping an open format of vintage & contemporary Jazz Funk Soul Afro Latin Reggae Disco Boogie + stuff all on 100% vinyl the first Saturday of every month at @cassette.613 Can’t wait to share some good music with you all in an intimate atmosphere where you’re free to dance, vibe, drink, eat and groove to a little taste of what we didn’t know we’ve been missing. Also streaming remotely to twitch.tv/lifeboogie on “lifeboogie Vision” Hope to see some fam out to enjoy the selections! FRIDAY, MAY 22, 2026 AT 10 PM - 2:30 AM SPARKLES IN SPACE! White Rabbit’s German Sparkle Party @Gridwrks 221 Rideau St. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/18UkVJQbrm/ Tickets: Ticketssairyo.live/event/4338/sparkles-in-space-white-rabbits-german-sparkle-party-wg9le6 Calling all Star-Gazers and Glitter-Gliders! Grab your ray guns and party pants, and report to the launchpad for a night of intergalactic glamour!! It's a close encounter of the sparkly kind! White Rabbit Ottawa celebrates its 15th ANNIVERSARY with their most out-of-this-world GERMAN SPARKLE PARTY yet! This year's theme beams back to the golden age of B-movie camp with our theme: SPARKLES IN SPACE! A psychedelic dreamscape that would make a 1950s Drive-In director weep with joy. Our decor team is working overtime to transform City Gridwrks into a shimmering nebula. Expect: Over 100 Disco Balls forming a sparkling constellation above the dance floor! Dazzling Lights, Glow Art, & Lasers set to "Stun." Projection Mapping to transport your physical form to an outer space fantasy! Alien Surprises guaranteed to delight your Earthling senses! TRANSMITTING TOP-NOTCH HOUSE MUSIC: We’ve got serious treats for your feets (rubber boots highly encouraged!) from our stellar DJs: RETURN OF THE JADED SPACE CADETS (Tone A b2b Brink) DANI Creative Design by: Miranda McMahon | Projection Mapping by: Matt Cameron MISSION CONTROL (TICKETS) Advance Tickets via sairyo.live Early Bird = $14+tax&fees Tier 1 = $16+tax&fees Tier 2 = $18+tax&fees Tier 3 = $20+tax&fees More at the door! SO, WHAT IS IT? A German Sparkle Party is a fun and frolicsome celebration of all things shiny, blinky, and dazzly. It’s a global phenomenon inspired by the viral music video by "The Something Experience." It’s our annual excuse to be silly, outrageous, and dance like the gravity’s been turned off! Get Inspired & Watch the Video: [German Sparkle Party [01:09]](http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f-jN3vH26NQ) WHAT DO I WEAR? Do you like party pants? We like party pants! Sparkle Party attire is all about being fabulously bright, glowy, glittery, and colourful. Bedazzled outfits are HIGHLY ENCOURAGED. Think: Sequins, shiny fabrics, blinky lights, rhinestones, and glittery makeup. Your goal is to create your most outrageous and fantastical OUTER SPACE-inspired look. FREE ACCESSORIES! Are you feeling woefully unprepared for your moonwalk? Do you need more flash in your Friday? Fear not! Visit our ever-popular SPARKLE STATION for some complimentary sparkly accessories to help you get into the cosmic spirit. SATURDAY, MAY 30, 2026 AT 7:30 PM BLACK SHEEP FUNK: Smelloship + Mecca of Stank @The Black Sheep Inn 753 Chemin Riverside, Wakefield, Qc. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1HKkRNUFDB/ Tickets: Ticketsevents.frontdoor.plus/event/2153 BEHOLD - FUNKY MUSIC AT THE BLACK SHEEP Come dance the night away with the galaxy's finest: Smelloship (southern-soaked funk) - www.smelloship.com Mecca of Stank (soul, funk, r&b) - www.meccaofstank.com 7:30pm doors, 8pm music $20 advance OR $40 entry with bus from Ottawa - highly limited! Grab your seat now. -------------------------------------------------------- FUNKMOBILE PICKUP / DROP OFF INFORMATION: The bus will depart at 6:30 PM from Tom Brown Arena: 141 Bayview Station Rd, Ottawa, ON K1Y 4T1 After the concert, the bus will leave the venue at 11:00 PM and return to Tom Brown Arena for drop-off. SATURDAY, JUNE 6, 2026 AT 11:30 AM - 9 PM Saravah Brazilian Festival 3rd edition! @Ottawa Sign York St, Byword Market Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/18SA76Rcrt/ Saravah presents The 3rd edition of The Saravah Brazilian Festival June 06, 2026 Location The Ottawa Sign on York Street Plaza (the strip of the street as well) in the Byward Market. **Looking for Vendors, volunteers and sponsors** INTERESTED? get in touch via infosaravah@gmail.com Immerse yourself in the lively music, arts, dance, food, culture and heritage of Brazil with Saravah! Join us in celebrating diverse identities, championing Brazilian artists of all backgrounds. Come engage with stories that resonate across cultures. Don’t miss out— experience Brazil in Ottawa! THIS is a FREE FESTIVAL with activities and performances for the entire family --Street performances, Brazilian dance classes food vendors and much more TO BE ANNOUNCED-- This event is partially funded by the City of Ottawa & Heritage Canada SATURDAY, JUNE 13, 2026 AT 4 PM Pique #20 - 5 Year Anniversary! @Arts Court 10 Daly Ave. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BFKyWhnMM/ Tickets: Ticketswww.tixtree.com/e/pique-20-5-year-anniversary-a52c303c403e After five years of reshaping Ottawa’s underground arts landscape, Pique arrives at its 20th edition with momentum, reflection, and an eye firmly on what’s next. This season’s program brings together returning collaborators and new voices from across local and international scenes, bridging different communities, genres, and styles. Get to know our lineup and grab your tickets now. -------------------- When you pay $75 or more for a ticket to Pique, you help subsidize a ticket for someone else in need, and promote admission equity and accessibility in the arts. Subsidized (choose-your-own-price) tickets are available for registration while supplies last. Please note that subsidized tickets will only be available for purchase online, and are no longer available to purchase at the doors. JULY 6 - 31, 2026 SUMMER CKCU RADIO CAMP!!! Open for registration! This camp is designed for kids ages 10–14 who are curious about media production, whether they dream of being YouTubers, podcasters, musicians, or just want to see how content gets made. CKCU has been running youth radio camps in Ottawa since 2001, offering a unique creative experience inside a real community radio station. During the week, campers will learn by doing and will: 🎧 Make a radio ad Write a script, record voices, add sound effects, and edit their own audio. 🎭 Create a radio play Work together to write and perform an original story using voices, music, and sound effects. 🎤 Interview a guest Plan questions and host a real interview, just like the pros. 📻 Go LIVE on the radio The week wraps up with a live 2-hour radio show on CKCU 93.1 FM and online at ckcufm.com, featuring everything the campers created. Camp Details & Registration $325 + tax per camper Limited spots available CKCU 93.1 FM at Carleton University Summer Dates! * July 6-10 registration * July 13 – 17 registration * July 20 – 24 registration * July 27 – 31 registration |
Subscribe to Friday Drive
Happy Friday Nick! Sounding nice and a killer playlist once again.
5:28 PM, April 24th, 2026