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Best Jazz & Blues from September 15 - November 15

in Toronto

Cory Wong at HISTORY

Cory Wong

Grammy-nominated guitarist, podcast host and Youtuber Cory Wong is heading out on tour across North America early 2024 featuring Monica Martin. He'll be bringing his groove-laden funky guitar show to a stage near you for fans to move their feet to. One of the talented musicians at the head of this generation's funk and groove music movement, Wong is known for his collaborations with Vulfpeck, The Fearless Flyers and other purveyors of highly skilled music which makes you want to dance.

Jordan Rakei at Opera House

Jordan Rakei

New Zealand-born, UK-based neo-soul artist Jordan Rakei is embarking on a tour across the US and Canada this winter, bringing his excitingly fresh sound that blends soul, jazz, and electronic music to American shores. With silky smooth vocals, Rakei has garnered a fanbase that includes seminal figures such as Robert Glasper and Nile Rodgers, while frequent collaborators like Loyle Carner and Tom Misch, who are also making waves in the scene, further elevate his appeal.

Keshi at Scotiabank Arena

Keshi

Lo-fi R&B newcomer Keshi embarks on a tour of North America, bringing his sensual, atmospheric brand of chilled out pop to stages nationwide. Releasing his debut album in Spring 2022 and, with his combined Spotify streams already at over a billion, this is a chance to catch the rising star before he goes stratospheric!

Tommy Emmanuel at Massey Hall

Tommy Emmanuel

Acoustic guitar virtuoso and two time Grammy Award nominee Tommy Emmanuel is back on tour, bringing his unrivalled passion and energy to his beloved instrument. Expect jazz, blues, folk and more from this Australian native who has embraced all things American. Watch this adroit performer coax his extreme talent and leave you with a smile on your face!

Beat - King Crimson Tribute at Massey Hall

Beat - King Crimson Tribute

The music of King Crimson is celebrated by a group of musicians that are less "tribute band" more "supergroup"! Legendary guitarist Steve Vai and Tool drummer Danney Carey join former King Crimson members Adrian Belew and Tony Levin to tour a show performing the best bits from the legendary prog-rockers' three 1980s entries, Discipline, Beat and Three of a Perfect Pair... plus potentially a few surprises!

Too Many Zooz at Lee's Palace

Too Many Zooz

Formed in 2013, Too Many Zooz continue to North America and beyond alight with their heady blend of brass and house music. Their status as an underground phenomenon is both literal and figurative, as the outfit started in the subways of the Big Apple, filling the commuter's ears with their upbeat and rhythm orientated music.

Herbie Hancock at Massey Hall

Herbie Hancock

Legendary jazz pianist Herbie Hancock is considered to be one of the most innovative jazz musicians of all time. The early days of his journey as an artist saw him redefine the term 'rhythm section' in the Miles Davis Quintet, widely regarded as one of the finest jazz ensembles to ever grace the stage and thereafter his mounting collaborations and solo works tracked the evolution of a breathtakingly original and pioneering style

Anohni and the Johnsons at Massey Hall

Anohni and the Johnsons

The inimitable Anohni and the Johnsons head out on tour across North America this spring! Following on from the success of last year's album My Back Was A Bridge For You To Cross, their first under their new moniker (having previously been known as Antony and the Johnsons), the group take in a three-week trek around the country, starting at the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles and ending at the Howard Gilman Opera House in Brooklyn.