Happy Friday to all the “Drive” family out there and welcome to this week’s show!
Got a nice eclectic bag of goodies on offer for you all during this episode’s soundtrack where we’re going to be hearing everything from some Soul, Acid Jazz, African grooves, Drum & Bass, Nu-Disco, Breaks, a touch of Electro and some House to unwind you from this week and wind you up for the weekend.
A pretty broad spectrum of sounds from a wide range of artists including Innerzone Orchestra, T.P. Poly Rythmo, Trüby Trio, Mad Honey, Man Parrish, Galliano and a couple of shots from the Space Grapes crew just to name a few.
Hope you all enjoy this week’s offering and thank you for taking the time to tune in whenever and wherever you are.
| Pull The Catch Fat Freddy’s Drop - Live At Roundhouse London - The Drop |
| People Make The World Go Round Innerzone Orchestra - Programmed - Talkin' Loud |
| Écoute Ma Mélodie Eskil & Vicky Accompagnées Par Le T.P. Poly Rythmo - 152 Kg De Voix - Ama Sun |
| Losalamitoslatinfunklovesong Lance Ferguson’s Rare Groove Spectrum - Losalamitolatinfunklovesong - Runnin' / Losalamitoslatinfunklovesong Single - Tru Thoughts 
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| A Go Go Trüby Trio - A Go Go / Carajillo Single - Compost Records |
| A Night In Tunisia Drumagick - A Night In Tunisia / Flowing Free Single - Vinyl Vibes |
| Outra Vida (DJ Patife Remix) Les Gammas - Single - Compost Records |
| L'Amour Bibi Den’s Tshibayi - Sensible - Sacko Productions |
| Treasure Every Sunset Mad Honey - Upward Bound / Treasure Every Sunset - Space Grapes Records |
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| What You Say The Soweto Boys - Fred Spider Presents Chakalaka Jazz v/a - Heavenly Sweetness |
| Love And Happiness Mr. President feat. Mr. Day - Single - Favorite Records |
| Summer Sun Koop feat. Yukimin Nagano - Single - Jazzanova Compost Records |
| The Peruvian DJ Format & The Simonsound - Single - Simonsound |
| Always Cosmic (pH Dub) Photay - Always Cosmic Single - Multi Culti
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| Always Open (Photay Remix) United Freedom Collective - Always Cosmic Single - Multi Culti
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| Hip Hop Be Bop (Don't Stop) Man Parrish - Single - Sugarscoop |
| Pawa (Boys’ Shorts Remix) Asha Puthli & Say She She - Single - Naya Beat Records
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| Keep On (Holding On) Galliano - Unreliable Memories Of Contested Conversations - WoozyWu Records
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| Don't Stop Another Taste - Another Taste II - Space Grapes Records
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| end of on air broadcast 19h EDT |
| on demand exclusive |
| Surreal oão Donato E Donatinho - Surreal / De Toda Maneira Single - Names You Can Trust |
| You And Me And The Music The DJP Band - You And Me And The Music / We Can Never Go Back Single - Supa Jams |
| Got To Find A Way Faze Action - Single - Nuphonic |
| May I Have This Dance? (Concede-Me Esta Dance?) Azymuth - Single - Milestone |
| Drum Fire Bigga Bush - The Allenko Brotherhood Ensemble - Comet Records |
| 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 THURSDAY AT 9 PM - LATE Concept Thursdays @Gridwirks / Annx 221 Rideau St. No cover | 19+ Every Thursday explore a different musical concept & vibe with two floors providing a different environment featuring a plethora of DJs on rotation bring the flavour on a weekly basis. 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 SATURDAY AT 7 - 11 PM DJ Night @Ten Toes Coffee 837 Somerset St. W. Different DJ’s on rotation providing the soundtrack! SUNDAYS, JULY - AUGUST, 2026 AT 6 - 10 PM Baked Goods Record Store Presents: Rooftop Sessions @Andaz Copper Spirits & Sights 325 Dalhousie St. We are extremely excited to announce our Baked Goods/Cassette collaborative crossover with Copper Spirits & Sights at Andaz! Starting July 19th, every Sunday from 6pm-10pm we will be curating some of the finest DJ’s and vinyl selectors from our roster of Cassette residents and friends for an eclectic mix of amazing tunes ranging from Disco/Boogie/Funk/Hip Hop/House and more! Expect incredible vibes at the best roof top bar in Ottawa, with a fantastic view overlooking the ByWard Market! Dance the night away or sit back and relax with a few drinks and a delicious bite to eat while listening to exquisite tunes and soaking in the sunset! Here is the July-August line up: July 26 - Zach Parker (*vinyl set) August 2 - @anthonycole_ & @sebastian_couture August 9 - @thehiddencrates (*vinyl set) August 16 - @lifeboogie (*vinyl set) August 23 - @coolcalthe3rd (*vinyl set) August 30 - @djadamlord 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. Afrobeat, Dancehall, Amapiano, House, Gqom, Alté, Afro-fusion, Miami Bass, Batida, Baille Funk, Ghetto Tech, UKG, Jungle +++ JULY 6 - 27, 2026 MOOV Adult Classes Summer Schedule Register: www.moovottawa.com July 27 Valentina Ladies First 6-7pm Beginner Hip Hop 7-8pm Intermediate Hip Hop 8-9pm 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 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 7 PM - CLOSE Kaminsky Selects: Tropical Delights! @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 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. SATURDAY, JULY 25, 2026 AT 8 PM Lounge DJ: Glory Hull @FONO 473 Bronson Ave. Reserve a seat Join us in our HiFi Lounge on Friday and Saturday nights between 8pm-midnight to experience some of Ottawa's best DJs. No Cover. Reserve your spot now! Born and raised in Mexico City, Hull now is his home base. Gloryhull brings eclectic rhythms filled with tropical and lush atmospheric sounds. He host ALGO de RITMO and he is part of the crew that brings Heavy Friends at CKCU 93.1 fm. What to expect is a night with global sounds over various decades of music. SATURDAY, JULY 25, 2026 AT 10 PM - CLOSE 100% Organic Selections: Osita + Jay Functional + And.re @ANNX 221 Rideau St. Your Djs for 100% Organic Selections. Starting off the night and warming up the floor is @ositamusic Then @jayfunctionofficial will take you on a ride Dropping you off safely with @a__and.re who will be shutting it down Expect a night of tunes personally curated and picked by each dj. These guys are definitely Certified to make you dance. SUNDAY, JULY 26, 2026 AT 3 - 7 PM Coveted Gem: Multigenre Bass Music @Poa Tiki Bar 281A Dalhousie St. $10 Cover An afternoon of deep bass music Sor - 3 to 4:30 pm O:K - 4:30 to 5:30 pm Dubonaut - 5:30 to 7 pm Mocktail of the month - TBA 5 non-alcoholic drink options Free water station FRIDAY, JULY 31, 2026 AT 7:30 - 2 AM Vintage N Vinyl @FONO 473 Bronson Ave. It’s time to drag-up Ottawa’s favourite new music venue. We’re bringing sparkles ‘n drag, vintage shopping and all-vinyl dj sets to Centretown’s living room, @fono.613 🗓️Friday July 31 📍 @fono.613 473 Bronson ave 🎟 Drag Show + After Party / $30 🎫 After Party Only / $15 + vintage market all night! 🚪 Doors: 7:30pm 👠Drag show: 8PM - 10:30PM 💿 Afterparty: 10:30PM - 2AM LINE UP / @saltinashaker @sunshineglitterchild @princemannydingo @xtrava7 DJ / 🪩🎧 @shuv.ca VINTAGE / @lastunicorn.vintage @tribeco.ca @3cutiesthrift 2 TICKET TYPES / - Seated Drag Show Ticket / arrive by 8:00PM - After-Party Ticket / arrive after 10:30PM Both tickets offer access to shop the vintage pop-up in the Ballroom, ft. local vintage vendors all night! Tickets: vintagenvinyl.eventbrite.ca We are very excited to debut this night with our newest partner venue, FONO! We love what they are doing for the city’s nightlife scene and can’t wait to drag it up with a Glittershaker night!✨ Dress: Come in vintage and/or vinyl! We invite you to match the vintage-themed music/ all-vinyl dj set with your fav vintage finds and vinyl looks. This can include fashion from the 60s/70s/80s/90s and/or vinyl, patent leather, wet look, latex, shiny shoes or makeup looks! Accessibility Info Wheelchair accessible. If you have any accessibility needs please email us at heybabe@glittershakerevents.com <3 Flashing lights warning Music will be LOUD. Feel free to ask our team for ear plugs at the door! 19 + Physical ID required. No refunds. Poster by @heymeagh Follow us at Glittershaker Events on Instagram and here on Eventbrite for more upcoming events! #dragshow #ottawaevents #thingstodoinottawa @ottawatourism @centretownottawa @ottnightnuit SEATED DRAG SHOW / 8:00PM - 10:30PM In the HiFiLounge, our drag artists will perform to vintage music from the 60s/70s/80s/90s, taking inspiration from our vintage pop-ups. Enjoy performances and silliness from our stars: Sunshine Glitterchild, Saltina Shaker, Manny Dingo (Toronto) and Xtra with an intermission for you to check out the Ballroom and shop local vintage Snack menu available SATURDAY, AUGUST 1, 2026 AT 8 PM - CLOSE [lifeboogie Saturdaze] 1 Year Anniversary! @Cassette Lounge Bar 2557 Baseline Road 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! Last Time SoundCloud (Archive): https://soundcloud.com/trevorlifeboogiewalker/2026-07-04-lifeboogie 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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