Happy Friday to all the “Drive” family out there and welcome to this week’s show!
Was quite inspired by Nick’s show last week and thought it might be nice to continue the theme in this evening’s episode with a slightly different take.
On offer this episode will be a nice serving of some smooth jazzy vibes coupled with some contemporary Funk, Disco influences alongside a heavy dose of African grooves.
Kicking things off with an amazing live rendition of Gershwin’s Summertime by the legendary George Benson and taking things up from here.
Hope you all enjoy this week’s offering and thank you for taking the time to tune in whenever and wherever you are.
| Summertime George Benson - In Concert - Carnegie Hall - CTI Records |
| Summer Madness Khruangbin - Late Night Tales - Late Night Tales |
| Everybody Loves The Sunshine Takuya Kuroda - Rising Sun - First Word Records |
| Waiting Game Another Taste - Another Taste II - Space Grapes Records 
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| Tower Seven Thievery Corporation - Culture Of Fear - Eighteenth Street Lounge Music |
| bottom of first broadcast hour 17h30 EDT |
| T.G.I.F. (Thank God It's Funky) Ahmed Sirour - Brooklyn Bossa Single - Jazz Room Records
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| Saffron Sahara Swing Sunbörn Meets Clap! Clap! - Earth Is Begging - Wah Wah 45s |
| Sáma Nanzalé Pedro Lima - Maguidala RE - Les Disques Bongo Joe |
| Sidiki Les Ambassadeurs - Dance Music From West Africa - Rounder Records |
| Sad Nile The Polyversal Souls - Single - Philophon |
| end of first broadcast hour 18h EDT |
| on demand exclusive |
| B.L.A. Part 1 & 2 Massak - Single - Lenar |
| Se Rere Lekan Animashaun - Low Profile RE - Strut Records
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| Everything Scatter Captain Yossarian feat. Niko Schabel - Fela Kuti In Dub - Agogo Records
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| bottom of second broadcast hour 18h30 EDT |
| Tshebo L’Orchestre Canon Du Zaire - Canon Du Zaire - Africamania |
| Hankie Pankie Funk Horace “Ace” Davis - Single - Sun Seed Productions 
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| On The Floor (Rock It) Tony Cook And The Party People - Single - Half Moon |
| The Machine Tee Cees - Disco Love Bite - AVI Records |
| Kriola Samba Soul - Single - RCA Victor |
| end of on air broadcast 19h EDT |
| on demand exclusive |
| Kadima Franco Et Le T.P. O.K. Jazz - A Paris Vol 1 - V.I.S.A. 1980 |
| Masikini Franco et Djompoy Orchestra T.P. O.K. Jazz - Le Grand Maitre Franco et ses Stars du T.P. OK Jazz a Nairobi - Edipop |
| Extra Curriculars:
EVERY TUESDAY AT 7 - 11 PM Open Mic Night hosted by Blake Lavogi @Cassette Listening Bar 2557 Baseline Road Come jam! EVERY WEDNESDAY AT AT 7 PM - LATE Hip Hop Night w/ Lil Phil & Friends @Cassette Lounge Bar 2557 Baseline Rd Cassette will be bringing you old school hip hop weekly, with lil Phil and rotating guests. 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 - 10 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 SUNDAY AT 10 PM - LATE Plantains&Caviar @City Afterlight 129 Bank St. Every Sunday Princia hosts a night promoting connection, conversation, community & creativity with various local and international DJs on a weekly basis. An open format event series focused on the promotion of Pan-African electronic music and culture. As a title, Plantains & Caviar represents the plurality of the music I aim to promote. Blending different cultures, sounds, and identities in one space free of isms & phobias. Afrobeats, Dancehall, Amapiano, House, Gqom, Alté, Afro-fusion, Miami Bass, Batida, Baille Funk, Ghetto Tech, UKG, Jungle +++ 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 $325 + tax per camper Limited spots available CKCU 93.1 FM at Carleton University Summer Dates! * July 6-10 registration * July 13 – 17 registration * July 20 – 24 registration * July 27 – 31 registration JULY 6 - 27, 2026 MOOV Adult Classes Summer Schedule Register: www.moovottawa.com July 6 Zomi: Ladies First 6-7pm Beginner Hip Hop 7-8pm Intermediate Hip Hop 8-9pm July 13 Valentina: Ladies First 6-7pm Beginner Hip Hop 7-8pm Intermediate Hip Hop 8-9pm July 20 Paige: Ladies First 6-7pm Beginner Hip Hop 7-8pm Intermediate Hip Hop 8-9pm July 27 Valentina Ladies First 6-7pm Beginner Hip Hop 7-8pm Intermediate Hip Hop 8-9pm FRIDAY, JULY 10, 2026 AT 7 - 3 AM Frequency Shift @Club SAW 67 Nicholas St. 19+ Two stage event taking place at Club SAW featuring Chefnier + LX + Niko Couture B2B Alex Jimienez + Danford, on the open air stage and Return Of The Jaded + Seung + Setou & Senyo + Emblem + Sebastian Couture on the main Stage. FRIDAY, JULY 10, 2026 AT 8 PM - CLOSE Cool Cal + Zach Parker @Cassette Lounge Bar 2557 Baseline Road Cool Cal will be back in the house to bless the decks with some of the best in Jazz, Soul, Funk, Hip Hop & more with support from Zach Parker spicing things up with some rare groove heaters. FRIDAY, JULY 10, 2026 AT 9 PM Holy F@$# It’s Derrick Carter @Sky Lounge 73 York St. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Gw4hySSQ8/ Tickets: Tickets · CA$33.28 - CA$43.93www.eventbrite.ca/e/holy-f-its-derrick-carter-tickets-1990613243798 Kapacity & Pozativ proudly presents HOLY F@$# IT’S… DERRICK CARTER (@blucu) With support from locals @jeffdougler & @djbalu @djashgauthier @alex.jimenez_02 @skyloungeottawa 73 YORK ST OTTAWA TOP FLOOR SOUND IS EVERYTHING SO WE ARE BRINGING IN A PK SOUND SYSTEM VISUALS by Matt Cameron DECOR by @demsndoll Tickets are NOW available on eventbrite.ca Derrick Carter is widely acknowledged as one of the best DJs in the world. With innovative productions, flawless technical skills and an effortlessly joyful attitude of rocking a crowd, his influence has infiltrated throughout the spectrum of dance music. We are beyond excited to host one of our all time favourites and one of the best to ever do it! SATURDAY, JULY 11, 2026 AT 12 - 4 PM Pierre Ringwald | Turkish 45s @The Record Centre 1099 Wellington St. W. Pierre Ringwald will be gracing the decks at The Record Centre spinning an all Turkish 45 set featuring Anatolian Psych Rock, Folk, Disco and groovy pop! SATURDAY, JULY 11, 2026 AT 8 - 10 PM Live From The Booth w/ wañuy, MC & AOIR (in co-curation w/ CKCU) @59 Sparks St wañuy, MC & AOIR (in co-curation w/ CKCU) will be providing the soundtrack at 59 Sparks Street 8 - 10 PM. THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2026 AT 7:30 PM Yeison Landero & Lady La Profeta (Columbia) @NAC 1 Elgin St. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Nr7huUfqV/ Tickets: Ticketsnac-cna.ca/en/event/41521 Axé Summer WorldFest 2026 – 2nd Edition July 16–18, 2026 Celebrating global music, diversity, and culture through three unforgettable days of rhythm, connection, and world-class performances in the heart of Ottawa. OPENING NIGHT – JULY 16, 2026 FREE ADMISSION! Featuring: Yeison Landero & Lady La Profeta Co-presented by yhe Embassy of Colombia in Ottawa Join us for the opening night of the festival as we soak in the sunset and vibe to incredible music on the beautiful NAC Wood Terrace. Access the terrace directly from Elgin Street, the Rideau Canal, or the Mackenzie King Bridge, and experience some of the best free global beats Ottawa has to offer this summer. Admission is FREE, but space on the Wood Terrace is limited to 400 guests and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Seating is limited and cannot be reserved, so we encourage guests to **arrive early and bring a chair** to fully enjoy the evening, or just come ready to dance. If capacity is reached, an overflow viewing area with limited sightlines will also be available. YEISON LANDERO (Colombia) Directly from the Montes de María on Colombia’s Caribbean Coast — the birthplace of Cumbia — Yeison Landero is one of the genre’s most celebrated performers and ambassadors worldwide. Grandson of the legendary Andrés Landero, “The King of Cumbia,” Yeison inherited not only the family name, but the soul, rhythm, and accordion mastery of one of Colombia’s greatest musical legacies. Since the age of seven, he has dedicated his career to preserving, innovating, and bringing Cumbia to new audiences around the world. https://en.omproducciones.org/yeisonlandero Opening Performance: LADY LA PROFETA (Colombia) Born in Cali, Colombia, Lady La Profeta is the 2023 World Poetry Slam Champion, internationally recognized for her powerful work in poetry, music, and film. Her artistry creates spaces for healing and transformation, uplifting Latino and immigrant voices, breaking cycles, and building connection across communities through storytelling and performance. https://www.instagram.com/ladylaprofeta/?hl=en With funding support from Canadian Heritage More info: www.axeworldfest.com FRIDAY, JULY 17, 2026 AT 6 - 9 PM Moov Ottawa Dance presents: TH3RD FRIDAYS @Byward Square (George St. Plaza) 55 Byward Market Square Register Now Dancers & spectators! Get ready for our 3rd edition of Th3rd Fridays event going down this Summer! Join us for our All Styles Dance Battle - Strictly Afro/Afrobeats music! Please read full event details prior to attending. DJ: Maz (Ottawa) Judge: Alli-Ola (Montreal) MC: Effect (Ottawa/Montreal/Havana) CATEGORIES New dancers / First-time dancers / 1 vs. 1 All Styles (Max 8 dancers) All ages / All levels 1 vs. 1 All Styles (Max 32 dancers) no waitlists PRIZES First timers / new dancers • 1st place $100 / 2nd place $50 Adults • 1st place: $400 • 2nd place: $100 CHECK-IN TIME PER CATEGORY (MANDATORY) First-timers / new dancers: Arrive between 5PM to 5:45PM (warm-up + check-in) All levels / all ages: Check-in between 5PM to 6:15PM If you are not checked in, you will not be added to the bracket. No refunds. DANCER SIGN-UP (MANDATORY) ONLINE (sliding scale): $0 / $10 / $15 / $20. No one will be turned away for lack of funds - however, this option is only available ahead of time. DAY-OF (if space allows): $20 cash or $20 + fees (card) No refunds. No credits. AUDIENCE -All ages welcomed to attend -Open to the public / free to spectate -You DO NOT need a ticket to spectate - just show up! -Donations are encouraged on-site (not mandatory) - non refundable. • Cash or card (tap available on-site) • Donation buckets will be available - all contributions support the event FRIDAY, JULY 17, 2026 Guiss Guiss Bou Bess (Senegal / France) & DYSTOH @NAC 1 Elgin st. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/17RNahmroL/ Tickets: Ticketsnac-cna.ca/en/event/41519 Axé Summer WorldFest 2026 – 2nd Edition July 16–18, 2026 SECOND NIGHT – JULY 17, 2026 Fourth Stage – National Arts Centre Tickets: $25 Celebrating global music, diversity, and culture through three unforgettable days of rhythm, connection, and world-class performances in the heart of Ottawa. GUISS GUISS BOU BESS (Senegal / France) A powerful urban sound is emerging from Dakar, Senegal - Guiss Guiss Bou Bess is a groundbreaking live group that fuses electronic music with the deep traditions of Senegalese culture creating an electrifying and immersive live experience unlike anything else. Formed by singer, slammer, and percussionist Mara Seck, French beat-maker Stéphane Costantini, and master sabar percussionist Papa Assane Samba, the group blends dance, percussion, spirituality, costume, and hypnotic rhythms into a bold and contemporary celebration of Senegalese identity. At the heart of this unique musical experience is the sabar — Senegal’s iconic percussion tradition — transformed through electronic textures into a vibrant, high-energy sound that bridges tradition and innovation, ancestry and futurism. https://guissguissboubess.bandcamp.com/ Opening Performance: DYSTOH Featuring Ray Tabana and Phil Motion (founding members of the three-time JUNO-nominated Souljazz Orchestra), DYSTOH opens the evening with an energetic fusion of Afrobeat(s), Latin grooves, reggae, congas, baritone sax, and soulful harmonies. https://dystoh.com/ With funding support from Canadian Heritage More info: www.axeworldfest.com SATURDAY, JULY 18, 2026 AT 6 PM - 1:30 AM TIMEKODE x The Flava Factory: All Ages / All The Way Up! @FONO HiFi Lounge 473 Bronson Ave. Event: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/memeticmedia/2097110 Tickets: Buy tickets TK is going all ages — then all the way up. We’re teaming up with Flava Factory for a night at FONO that starts with the whole family and ends deep in the grown folks’ pocket. 6:00 – 9:30 PM | ALL AGES, FAMILY FRIENDLY Doors open at 6 with music on from the top. B-Boy Cee takes the floor to lead two live dance classes, walking folks through street dance moves and elements that’ll have you feeling comfortable at any party: * 7:30 – 8:30 PM — Class 1 with B-Boy Cee * 8:30 – 9:30 PM — Class 2 with B-Boy Cee Bring the kids, bring the aunties, bring your two left feet. TK’s on the set all night keeping the soundtrack right. 👪 Kids free with a parent/caregiver for the early section. 10:00 PM – 1:00 AM | THE REAL GROWN FOLKS TK The floor clears, the young folks head out, and the night flips into the late night session TK have come to expect over the last 20 years! Same floor, new set, all the way live ‘till 1AM. 🎟 TICKETS * ALL AGES — $10 before 10PM — Kids free with parent/caregiver during the early section. * LATE SESSION — $15 after 10PM 📍 FONO Ballroom — 473 Bronson 🕔 Doors 6PM | All ages until 9:30 | Late Session from 10PM SATURDAY, JULY 18, 2026 AT 7 PM - 11 PM City At Night x White Rabbit Block Party 140 Bank St. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1CygDQML5x/ Tickets: Ticketssairyo.live/event/4425/city-at-night-x-white-rabbit-block-party-79g4fq On Sat July 18th, experience the White Rabbit Block Party once again!. We'll be gathering and dancing outdoors in the newly-constructed SNIDER PARK at 140 Bank Street (Bank & Slater). Sip, lounge, and dance the evening away as the sunset gives way to the city's night sky. This event's music is curated by the White Rabbit collective, featuring nothing but the best underground house and tech-house music! ___ OUTDOORS: 7pm-11pm (Snider Park at Bank & Slater St.) DJs: TONE A ZIZO GROTTOLI b2b NO CLUE Affordably priced at only $10 advance! SATURDAY, JULY 18, 2026 AT 7:30 PM Suraras do Tapajós & Jøy Brandt (Brazil) @NAC 1 Elgin St. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/18yEsTJvT2/ Tickets: Ticketsnac-cna.ca/en/event/41522 Axé Summer WorldFest 2026 – 2nd Edition July 16–18, 2026 THIRD NIGHT – JULY 18, 2026 Fourth Stage – National Arts Centre Tickets: $25 Celebrating global music, diversity, and culture through three unforgettable days of rhythm, connection, and world-class performances in the heart of Ottawa. SURARAS DO TAPAJÓS (Brazil / Amazonia) Direct from the Brazilian Amazon, Suraras do Tapajós is Brazil’s first all-Indigenous women’s carimbó group, bringing to the stage a powerful celebration of ancestry, resistance, nature, and women’s leadership. Formed in 2018, the group emerged as a bold expression of Indigenous women’s voices, echoing far beyond their territories through music, storytelling, and activism. Through original songs and beloved rhythms from the Amazon region, the Suraras sing about women’s rights, environmental protection, the defense of Indigenous territories, and the preservation of ancestral knowledge. Their performances are vibrant, joyful, and deeply moving — blending the rhythms of carimbó, one of Pará’s most beloved cultural traditions, with the sounds, stories, and musicality of the forest. The stage becomes a living celebration of Indigenous women’s experiences, strength, and connection to the land. For the first time in Ottawa, audiences will experience this extraordinary and rare group direct from one of the most remote regions of Brazil — a truly unforgettable cultural encounter. Co-presented by Saravah Opening Performance: JØY Brandt JØY Brandt is a Brazilian-Canadian singer-songwriter based in Toronto, whose music beautifully bridges Brazil and Canada. Winner of the 2025 Pernambuco Music Award (Best MPB Single for “A Calma Acalma”) and the Brazilian Music Professionals Award for MPB Artist, JØY blends the rich traditions of Brazilian Popular Music (MPB) with a contemporary and universal sound. Drawing inspiration from the vibrant cultural heritage of Northeastern Brazil, her music moves fluidly through Afro-pop, folk, and Latin rhythms, creating an intimate and powerful opening to the evening. One unforgettable closing night celebrating Indigenous voices, ancestral rhythms, and the power of global music. With funding support from Canadian Heritage More info: www.axeworldfest.com SATURDAY, JULY 18, 2026 AT 8 - 10 PM Live From The Booth w/ And.re & Bleu Pâle @59 Sparks St And.re & Bleu Pâle will be providing the soundtrack at 59 Sparks Street 8 - 10 PM. SATURDAY, JULY 18, 2026 AT 10 PM - 4 AM White Rabbit: After The Block Party @City At Night 222 Slater St. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1FtTZotrC4/ Tickets: Ticketssairyo.live/event/4426/white-rabbit-x-city-at-night-after-the-block-party-wbqj05 Join us in City At Night after the 7-11pm Block Party at Snider Park and keep the vibe going inside City At Night from 10pm - 4am! Saturday July 18th we're hosting a lineup of top DJ talent, featuring nothing but the best underground house/tech-house music in our nation's capital. BRINK KBOB RICK LAPLANTE ELYZE * * This is a separate event from the outdoor Block Party, requiring the purchase of a separate ticket. Guarantee your spot now with advance tickets to this intimate & exclusive dancing experience via saiyo.live! THURSDAY, JULY 23, 2026 La Pambele @NAC 1 Elgin St. La Pamebele will be back at the NAC bringing their incredible Colombian Salsa vibes for one night during their Canadian tour on Thursday, July 23! FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2026 AT 6 - 9 PM DYSTOH @Byward Square (George St. Plaza) 55 Byward Market Square The DYSTOH duo, Philippe Lafreniere & Ray Tabana, will be bringing the heat to the Byward Market Square with free live performance Friday July 24 in the Byward Market! FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2026 AT 8 PM - 3 AM Fred Everything + Trevor Walker @Sans Soleil 1002 Rue Saint-Urbain, Montréal, H2Z 1K6 info@fleursetcadeaux.com Reservations: https://booking.libroreserve.com/237aca3151e2466/QC016252467674/seat Fred Everything has invited Trevor Walker back to Sans Soleil to join him in providing the Soundtrack for a very special night on Friday July 24 in Montreal. This will be a 100% vinyl affair featuring a pot pourri Jazz, Funk, Disco, Boogie, Soul, House, Tech & Bruk sounds all night. FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2026 AT 10 PM Ala “All Night Long’! @ANNX 221 Rideau St. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/18xoEpB6tH/ Tickets: https://sairyo.live/event/4448/l-all-night-long-annx-lmd9ol SATURDAY, JULY 25, 2026 AT 4:30 - 6 PM Miguel de Armas: Music on the Canal @Rideau Canal (NAC) Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1DFENhKHRH/ Miguel de Armas is an internationally acclaimed Cuban pianist, composer, and arranger who has been captivating Canadian audiences since moving to Ottawa in 2012. With over 35 years of experience and more than 60 albums to his name, Miguel has dedicated his career to blending the vibrant rhythms of Afro-Cuban music with contemporary jazz, creating a rich and dynamic musical experience. For this special performance at the National Arts Centre, Miguel invites audiences on a musical journey through the diverse and captivating world of Latin music. From the infectious beats of salsa and timba to the soulful melodies of bolero and Latin jazz, Miguel and his band will not only perform but also engage with the audience—sharing the stories, rhythms, and instruments that define Latin music. Whether you are a longtime Latin music lover or discovering it for the first time, this interactive concert promises an unforgettable experience filled with energy, culture, and vibrant sound. Miguel’s mission is to not only entertain but to inspire a deeper appreciation for the diversity and richness of Latin music. Don’t miss this chance to move, learn, and connect with the universal language of rhythm! Music on the Canal The concert takes place on the Rideau Canal beginning near the NAC, under the Rideau Street Bridge. The musician-packed boat will arrive at Lansdowne Park approximately 45 minutes later and then return back. The sets run approximately 90 minutes. Tips and tricks for enjoying Music on the Canal We recommend you find a spot along the canal, not at the starting point at the NAC, where you will be able to hear the boat as it approaches and then continues down the canal. Pack a picnic, bring some folding chairs and let the music come to you! If you want more than a glimpse, you can cycle along to keep up as the boat moves faster than walking pace. SATURDAY, JULY 25, 2026 AT 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 Rhumba - Son Cubano - Cumbia - Salsa - Hard Funk 45s SATURDAY, JULY 25, 2026 AT 7 PM Souls Of Mischief @Overflow Brewing Company 2477 Kaladar Ave. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Gw7nRFqCT/ Tickets: Ticketswww.ticketweb.ca/event/souls-of-mischief-overflow-brewing-co-tickets/14795463 Souls of Mischief soulsofmischief.com with very special guests TBA licensed 19+ w/ photo ID general admission/standing Physical tickets available at Vertigo Records presented with the support of Ontario Creates and Overflow Brewing Co. SATURDAY, JULY 25, 2026 AT 6 PM - 3 AM Miguel Graça + Trevor Walker | “Try It Out” Single Release Party! @Le Mal Nécessaire 1015 Rue Saint-Alexandre, Montreal, QC. H2Z 1N9 https://lemalnecessaire.com Miguel Graça + Trevor Walker are celebrating the release of the forthcoming single “Try It Out” coming out on Pronto Musique in July with a special extended DJ session at Le Mal Nécessaire in Montreal. SATURDAY, JULY 25, 2026 AT 8 - 10 PM Live From The Booth w/ QUATA QUATA @59 Sparks St. QUATA QUATA will be providing the soundtrack at 59 Sparks Street 8 - 10 PM. MONDAY, AUGUST 3, 2026 AT 7 - 9 PM Moov presents: Afrobeat Pop Up Classes w/ Regis @Bronson Centre 211 Bronson Ave. Register: moovottawa.com 7-8 PM Beginner Afrobeats Choreo 8-9 PM Intermediate Choreo SATURDAY, AUGUST 8, 2026 DYSTOH @Kaffé 1870 715 ch. Riverside, Wakefield, QC. DYSTOH will be bringing their show back for a second summer show at Kaffé 1870 in Wakefield! AUGUST 10 - 31, 2026 MOOV Adult Classes Summer Schedule Register: www.moovottawa.com August 10 Alicia: Ladies First 6-7pm Beginner Hip Hop 7-8pm Intermediate Hip Hop 8-9pm August 17 Paige: Ladies First 6-7pm Beginner Hip Hop 7-8pm Intermediate Hip Hop 8-9pm August 24 Zomi: Ladies First 6-7pm Beginner Hip Hop 7-8pm Intermediate Hip Hop 8-9pm August 31 Alicia Ladies First 6-7pm Beginner Hip Hop 7-8pm Intermediate Hip Hop 8-9pm SATURDAY, AUGUST 22, 2026 AT 12 - 1 PM Moov public performance @Place Laval Rue Laval, Gatineau, QC. "In dance performance, Moov Ottawa Dance was founded in 2018 by Alea "Didi" de Castro and Arnaldo "Effect" Betancourt Silva, is an urban dance company born in Ottawa. Known for its high-caliber performances and commitment to culture, Moov brings street dance to stages across Canada while creating meaningful connections through battles, workshops and community events. Specializing in Hip Hop, Waacking, House, Breaking ("break dance"), as well as other styles such as Popping and duo dances, the group is deeply rooted in Hip Hop culture. Moov continues to evolve the dance scene in Ottawa and Canada, and seeks to inspire dancers through training, education, and performance." FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2026 AT 8 PM Harea Band & Prehistoric w/ DJ Trevor Walker @Rainbow Bistro 76 Murray St. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1DkzmR6aFj/ Tickets: Ticketstherainbow.ca/event/6655108/771164375/harea-band-prehistoric-with-dj-trevor-walker Harea Band returns to the Rainbow for a night built around live funk, hip-hop, soul, and a packed dance floor. The Ottawa group is a 5-piece pop, soul, and R&B outfit, known for bringing a high-energy live show shaped by deep grooves, strong vocals, and tight musicianship. For this special show, Harea Band joins forces with Prehistoric, one of Ottawa’s long-running hip-hop MCs. Known to many as Papa Pre, he brings a technical and clever independent rap style that gives this collaboration a different edge. Keeping the room moving throughout the night is DJ Trevor Walker. A respected figure in Ottawa nightlife, Trevor collected and played records for decades and spent 21 years as a resident DJ at Mercury Lounge. Expect thoughtful selections, serious rhythm, and no dead space between sets. Come early, stay late, and catch three established Ottawa artists sharing one room for a proper night at the Rainbow. https://www.instagram.com/harea_band/ https://www.instagram.com/papapre613/ https://www.instagram.com/lifeboogie/ 8 pm doors 9 pm start SATURDAY, SEPTEBER 19, 2026 AT 10 AM - 5 PM Ottawa Anime-Fest @Hilton Garden Inn Ottawa Airport 2400 Chemin Alert Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Rde5qtoWH/ Join us on Saturday September 19 2026 here in Ottawa, Ontario at the Hilton Garden Inn Airport Hotel from 10am to 5pm. It's fun for the whole family and kids enter FREE. Voice Actors, Vendors, Attractions and so much more. Plus Huge Cosplay Contest. For more info please visit https://linktr.ee/OttawaAnimeFest Streaming, Archives & stuff! Catch me on twitch.tv/lifeboogie *when possible -Wednesday | 22h | “Why Wednesday” Remote Stream @27 Club Open format 100% vinyl or digital for dancing -open format pop ups & the occasional raid trains Socials / Archive: Instagram / Twitch: @lifeboogie Fecesbook: https://www.facebook.com/djtrevorwalker MixCloud: https://www.mixcloud.com/trevor-walker4/ SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/trevorlifeboogiewalker |
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