Toronto Must-See Shows in September
Toronto is, without a doubt, a great city to live for music lovers of all genres. When there are very limited Canadian dates on a tour you can usually count on our city being among the selective list so do not take that for granted friends! I am here to help you take full advantage, Check out these must-see shows coming to Toronto this month:
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Ill Scarlett
Genre: Rock/Punk
Date: September 5th
Venue: The Horseshoe Tavern
Price: $17.50
Why you're going: The Canadian band will be celebrating the release of their first new album 'Self Titled' since 2009's '1UP!' at the Horseshoe with a live performance so why not relive a little music flashback?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jaYF0IBsABE
Fool's Gold Day Off
Genre: Electro house
Date: September 6th
Venue: Sherbourne Common
Price: $20
Why you're going: Canadian A-Trak has made more than a solid name for himself in the DJ world. He's played alongside Kanye West at some major events and has produced some killer remixes. On September 6th he brings Fool's Gold Day Off to Toronto, for the first time in Canada, alongside Danny Brown and special guests. Guaranteed to be a party.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qgfZgBpDzPM
Riot Fest 2014
Genre: Punk/Rock/Little bit of everything
Date: September 6th and 7th
Venue: Downsview Park
Price: $213 for both days
Why you're going: With performances by City and Colour, New Found Glory, Metric, Billy Talent, Dropkick Murphys, Tokyo Police Club and AWOLNATION among many more, this is any punk/rock music lovers dream. For the full lineup, click here.
A$AP Rocky
Genre: Rap
Date: September 7th
Venue: TD Echo Beach
Price: $72-$75.25
Why you're going: Pretty much the best frosh party ever! The whole A$AP Mob crew is coming to help you get wild for the night and stop being polite one last time before school is in full effect (I am so white, it hurts.)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1eWdbMBYlH4
Grouplove
Genre: Indie-Pop
Date: September 9th
Venue: Sound Academy
Price: $28.50-$38.50
Why you're going: Grouplove are everything you love about indie-pop music: Strange, daring, quirky and damn good. Definitely check them out if you have yet too, you will not be disappointed.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NdB296pKdPI
Lorde
Genre: Pop/Rock
Date: September 12th
Venue: TD Echo Beach
Price: $62.50
Why you're going: Lorde is one of those performers that you will fall so madly in love with after you see her live. The now 17-year-old has catapulted herself into mainstream success and sometimes people are quick to stray away from that but trust me when I say that guuuuuuurl can sing (and dance in the most freakish and lovable of ways)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f2JuxM-snGc
The Chainsmokers
Genre: EDM/DJ
Date: September 12th
Venue: Maison Mercer
Price: $20
Why you're going: Why wouldn't you want to hear these two spin their massive hit and everyone’s favourite guilty pleasure, #SELFIE?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kdemFfbS5H0
Trampled by Turtles
Genre: Folk
Date: September 16th
Venue: Phoenix Concert Theatre
Price: $22.50
Why you're going: These guys started to really gain traction after their 'Live at First Avenue' DVD was released despite their latest album being their 7th. They are the perfect band to check out if you aren't a full-blown fan of folk/indie music but want to explore it a little further. Think Imagine Dragons meets The Lumineers.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wt40QW8L9hk
The Black Keys & Cage The Elephant
Genre: Alternative Rock
Date: September 16th
Venue: Air Canada Centre
Price: $56-$106
Why you're going: Having recently released their 8th full-length studio album, 'Turn Blue,' The Black Keys bring their tour to Toronto alongside the equally major Cage The Elephant. Not to mention the Black Keys are never afraid to ruffle any feathers, they've battled with Bieber and The Black Eyed Peas.
Nick Waterhouse
Genre: R&B meets Jazz(it's a thing, I swear)
Date: September 17th
Venue: Virgin Mobile Mod Club
Price: $17.50
Why you're going: Not your grandma's favourite jazz player, this dude is all kinds of talented. He makes even the biggest jazz music hater a believer.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5THw4SZCXEE
Ed Sheeran
Genre: Pop/Folk/Acoustic/Rock (A cocktail of greatness, really)
Date: September 18th
Venue: Air Canada Centre
Price: $70.50
Why you're going: Ed Sheeran's sophomore album, X, has showed a bit of a new side of Sheeran but no less talented and incredible. He's moving to a bigger venue on this headlining tour, playing the Air Canada Centre and its guaranteed to sell out so don't miss out!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iD2rhdFRehU
The Gaslight Anthem
Genre: Rock
Date: September 19th
Venue: Sound Academy
Price: $33.50-45.50
Why you're going: The sound of this band is very blues meets rock meets punk and the result is a pretty rad cocktail of music. They first made the rounds on Canadian airwaves in 2008 so they may not be fresh in your mind but a sound worth re-visiting.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iy8hLP3SFkk
Rascal Flatts, Sheryl Crow and Gloriana
Genre: Country
Date: September 20th
Venue: Molson Canadian Amphitheatre
Price: $39.50-$97
Why you're going: While it may not be for everyone, Toronto has its fair share of country music lovers. This lineup of top-notch country stars is a must-see for the crowd who aren't afraid to rock some cowboy boots and plaid.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WPcASvgb7yg
My Brightest Diamond
Genre: Rock with a twist
Date: September 20th
Venue: The Drake
Price: $15.50
Why you're going: It's on a whole other level with this gal. My Brightest Diamond is close to impossible to classify but that is the best part. Her live performance is sure to leave you with a lot of questions but in the best way possible.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F0kJmsHPT3o
Sam Smith
Genre: Soul
Date: September 21, 2014
Venue: Kool Haus
Price: $47.50
Why you're going: If you aren't already on the Sam Smith bandwagon, you are so legitimately insane. With the voice of an angel and the cute British accent to boot, his talent is untouchable. Think Adele, only, you-know, a dude.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nCkpzqqog4k
The Weeknd
Genre: Hip Hop/R&B/Soul
Date: September 21st
Venue: Molson Canadian Amphitheatre
Price: $44 - $111.25
Why you're going: Another hometown hero brings it home this month for his 'King of The Fall Tour' and since he was missing from this year's Ovofest I think we are all looking forward to this one. He is also bringing out up and comers Schoolboy Q and Jhene Aiko.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JPIhUaONiLU
Chromeo
Genre: Electro-funk/disco
Date: September 27th
Venue: Kool Haus
Price: $46.50
Why you're going: These two had a killer summer with their hit 'Jealous' making rounds on radio but this is far from their only banger. If 'Jealous' is the only song that you're familiar with then this is a show you must-see, I dare you not to dance.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RhmUnk454MA
Lily Allen
Genre: Pop
Date: September 28th
Venue: Sound Academy
Price: $47.75
Why you're going: She took some time off to have a little one but she is back after a 5 year hiatus and although her new album, Sheezus, may not have lived up to expectations sales wise, her songs are darn catchy and she isn't afraid to make fun of herself.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9kPQiAJv4fo
Lykke Li
Genre: Indie Alternative
Date: September 30th
Venue: Kool Haus
Price: $35
Why you're going: Although not her most successful album, her most recent 'I Never Learn' is raw as heck and worth checking out live! In my opinion, she's one of the most underrated talents of our generation and eventually everyone is going to catch on so be sure to check her out while you still can, you're welcome.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AIruwzhozTc