#FIRSTLOOK: CBC ANNOUNCE OLYMPIC GAMES PARIS 2024 TALENT

CBC today announced the complete roster of commentators, analysts and reporters who will provide extensive live coverage of the Olympic Games Paris 2024, from Friday, July 26 to Sunday, August 11, across CBC and partner networks TSN and Sportsnet, CBC Gem, CBC’s Paris 2024 website (cbc.ca/paris2024) and the CBC Paris 2024 app.  

The talent lineup includes Olympians, Paralympians, World Champions, experienced broadcasters and fresh faces, all set to bring audiences across Canada informed, entertaining and well-rounded coverage of the Games on Canada’s Olympic Network.

Approximately one third of the broadcast team will be on the ground in Paris, including 16 reporters who will be bringing audiences live updates and reactions from athletes as they step off the field, court and deck, and the broadcast teams for swimming, athletics and basketball. Plus, CBC/Radio-Canada will provide Indigenous language coverage for 3×3 basketball, canoe/kayak, skateboarding and wrestling in Cree, Innu and Atikamekw, as well as basketball in Inuktitut. 

Also joining CBC’s programming lineup is Olympic FOMO, a new daily show launching Saturday July 27, hosted by longtime radio duo and media besties Mark Strong and Jemeni. They’ll be providing a fresh perspective to the Olympic conversation as they chat with athletes, entertainers and celebs to get their take on the Games, bringing audiences all the tea from Paris. OLYMPIC FOMO will be available across all platforms including CBC and CBC Gem, and daily as a podcast everywhere podcasts are available.   

Highlights include:   

From the pool for swimming: 2024 Canadian Screen Award-winning broadcaster and Paralympian Rob Snoek and former Olympic swim coach and national team member Byron MacDonald. Olympic bronze medallist Brittany MacLean joins as special analyst. 

From the track for athletics: Olympians Michael Smith and David Moorcroft providing colour commentary, with award-winning broadcaster Mark Lee on the call. Special analysts include: Two-time Olympic champion Donovan Bailey alongside award-winning broadcaster Ron MacLean; Olympian and world champion Perdita Felicien alongside sports reporter Morgan Campbell; and Olympian Kate Van Buskirk.  

From the basketball court: veteran broadcaster Dan Shulman with the play-by-play, NBA commentator Meghan McPeak providing analysis and Nabil Karim reporting from the sidelines. 

From the 3×3 basketball court: CEBL champion and Tom Longboat Award recipient Michael Linklater and sportscaster Daniella Ponticelli. 

Calling the highly anticipated debut of the sport of breaking are Mark Strong aka “Strizzzy” and Toronto B-Boy and hip hop artist, Adrian Bernard aka “Switch B.” 

Dual season Olympian and Olympic medallist Phylicia George will be on the  ground in Paris talking to athletes and reporting from Canada Olympic House, while veteran commentators Donnovan Bennett and Shireen Ahmed will offer different perspectives on the events of Paris 2024, broadening the context for the Games.

STUDIO HOSTS
RBC Olympic Games Morning
Anastasia Bucsis (in Paris)
Rob Pizzo (update desk)

Bell Paris Prime

Scott Russell (in Paris)

Julie Stewart-Binks (update desk)

Toyota Olympic Games Primetime Panel

Andi Petrillo

Waneek Horn-Miller

Perdita Felicien

Craig McMorris

Olympic FOMO Mark Strong  Jemeni

REPORTERS ON THE GROUND IN PARIS

Alexandre Gascon (Volleyball)

Alison Chiasson (Equestrian, Golf)

Antoine Deshaies (Tennis, Weightlifting)

Antoni Nerestant (Diving, Artistic Swimming)

Asha Tomlinson (Boxing, Sport Climbing)

Catherine Gauthier (Gymnastics, Trampoline)

Christine Roger (Soccer)  

Devin Heroux (Athletics, Swimming) 

Kelly VanderBeek (3×3 Basketball, Breaking, Skateboarding)

Kwabena Oduro (Rowing, Canoe/Kayak)

Michael Roy (Cycling)

Nabil Karim (Basketball)

Olivier Pellerin (Judo/Wrestling)       

Omar Dabaghi-Pacheco (Beach Volleyball)        

Roseline Filion (Swimming, Diving)
Vanna Blacksmith (Canada Olympic House)

SPECIAL ANALYSTS 

Donovan Bailey (Athletics)

Kate Van Buskirk (Athletics)

Morgan Campbell  (Athletics) 

Perdita Felicien (Athletics)  

Ron MacLean (Athletics)

Phylicia George (Canada Olympic House)

Natasha Wodak (Marathon)

Donnovan Bennett (Opinion)

Shireen Ahmed (Opinion, Soccer)
Amy Walsh (Soccer)

Brittany MacLean (Swimming)

COMMENTATORS & ANALYSTS Athletics Commentator: Mark Lee Analysts: Michael Smith  & David Moorcroft

Atikamekw Commentary (3×3, Canoe/Kayak, Skateboarding – Park, Wrestling) Thérèse Ottawa, Anthony Dubé and Alexandre Nequado

Basketball

Commentator: Dan Shulman

Analyst: Meghan McPeak

Basketball – Inuktitut Commentator: David Ningeongan  Analyst: Pujjuut Kusugak

Basketball (3×3)
Commentator: Daniella Ponticelli

Analyst: Michael Linklater

Beach Volleyball
Commentator: Claire Hanna

Analyst: Mark Heese

Breaking

Commentator: Mark Strong 

Analyst: Adrian Bernard

Canoe/Kayak – Sprint

Commentator: Elliotte Friedman

Analyst: Andrea Proske

Cree Commentary

(3×3, Skateboarding – Park)

Cheryl Wapachee and Marjorie Kitty 

Cree Commentary (Canoe/Kayak, Wrestling) Celina Wapachee and Dorothy Stewart

Cycling – Road Commentator: Mark Connolly Analysts: Curt Harnett & Barrie Shepley 

Cycling – Track

Commentator: Mark Connolly

Analyst: Curt Harnett

Diving

Commentator: Alexandre Despatie

Analyst: Jennifer Abel

Gymnastics 

Commentator: Brenda Irving

Analyst: Kyle Shewfelt

Innu Commentary (3×3, Canoe/Kayak, Skateboarding – Park, Wrestling)

Joyce Dominique and Gervais Malleck

Judo

Analyst: Josh Hagen

Marathons

Commentator: Brenda Irving

Analyst: Krista DuChene

Race Walks

Commentator: Matt Cullen

Analyst: Lisa Bentley

Rowing

Commentator: Elliotte Friedman

Analyst: Andrea Proske

Skateboarding – Street

Commentator: Alexandre Despatie

Analyst: Craig McMorris

Skateboarding – Park Commentator: Rob Pizzo Analyst: Craig McMorris

Soccer (Women’s)

Commentator: Signa Butler

Analyst: Dr. Clare Rustad

Swimming

Commentator: Rob Snoek

Analyst: Byron MacDonald

Tennis

Commentator: Bruce Rainnie

Analyst: Sharon Fichman

Triathlon

Commentator: Matt Cullen
Analyst: Lisa Bentley & Barrie Shepley

Volleyball
Commentators: Signa Butler & Matt Cullen

Analyst: Dallas Soonias

Water Polo

Commentator: Matt Cullen

Analyst: Waneek Horn-Miller

Wrestling

Commentator: Matt Cullen

Analyst: Carol Huynh

CBC/Radio-Canada, Canada’s Olympic Network through 2032 and Paralympic network through 2026, is the exclusive Canadian broadcast and streaming home of the Olympic Games Paris 2024, taking place from Friday, July 26 to Sunday, August 11. CBC’s comprehensive coverage of Paris 2024 will feature live broadcasts from every venue and include every Canadian medal-winning moment, with 22 hours of live television coverage each day and totalling more than 3000 hours of live content available on CBC and partner networks TSN and Sportsnet, CBC Gem, CBC’s Paris 2024 website (cbc.ca/paris2024) and the CBC Paris 2024 app for Android and iOS devices. Audiences can also visit the website and app for full event schedules, results, athlete bios and features, daily updates and more, as well as exclusive coverage by CBC Sports including in-depth reports, highlights, digital series and on-demand replays of the biggest moments and events, ensuring Canadians don’t miss a minute of the action. 

A LOOK AT TORONTO’S INVESTMENT IN ESPORTS

In recent years, the video game industry has gradually evolved into various categories. One of the most prominent markets in the industry today is esports. In Canada, the esports market is expected to reach a projected revenue of $138.9 million (CA$189.35 million) in 2024, with market researchers predicting an annual growth rate of 6.37% to reach $177.8 million (CA$242.4 million) by 2028. The biggest esports segment today is the esports betting market, which works similarly to traditional sports betting. The rapid growth of esports in Canada is attributed to various factors, including increasing investments in infrastructure and a rising number of professional teams.

With ongoing digitalisation, increased smartphone usage, and a rising awareness of gaming, experts expect continuous growth in Canada’s esports market in the future. A key contributing factor to Canada’s increased investments in the esports industry is Toronto, where gaming and esports culture seem to thrive. In this post, we’ll take a look at key esports developments and investments in Toronto over the past few years and where we may be headed in the future:

Toronto’s own esports arena

One of the most prominent investments in esports in Toronto is the esports arena planned for 2025. Announced in February 2021 by OverActive Media Group, the esports and concert venue is set to be built in downtown Toronto. While details remain sparse, the esports arena is set to be connected to a 400-room hotel and will house 7,000 seats. The planned esports arena is regarded as a good business project for esports and other forms of performance entertainment. In addition to esports, representatives from OverActive stated a demand for a midsize arena in Toronto with 5,000 to 7,000 seats for concerts as an alternative to Scotiabank Arena, a facility used for NBA and NHL games.

While progress in the project has slowed down since its announcement in 2021, establishing the infrastructure would be a huge step forward in affirming Toronto’s place in the global esports industry. A dedicated esports venue would bring in lots of esports teams and players from around the world across various titles, as well as fans, enthusiasts and supporters.

Many esports supporters are also avid bettors, treating the venture like they would traditional sports betting. Like with football or basketball, fans can partake in esports betting predictions as an added layer to the esports viewing experience. Esports betting also adds stakes and engagement to the form of entertainment. While fans attend and watch esports tournaments to support players and teams, they also watch and listen to the games and commentaries from casters as a way to learn and get better at the game as well.

Investments in esports teams

OverActive Media Group, responsible for the esports arena project mentioned above, is also committed to constant investments in furthering esports culture in Toronto and Canada. The current owners of Toronto Ultra recently announced that they would acquire esports organisations KOI and Movistar Riders in an attempt to expand the company’s reach into the EMEA region. Regarded as a step forward to creating a global esports powerhouse, the acquisition would include all KOI esports assets and brands, including social media and intellectual property.

OverActive would also operate the slot in the Valorant Champions Tour EMEA League previously operated by KOI. The company would also enter into service agreements with former professional footballer and entrepreneur Gerard Piqué as part of the acquisition. Adam Adamou, CEO of OverActive stated that the move would solidify the company’s position in Spain, EMEA, and Latin America.

Meanwhile, OverActive’s Toronto Ultra recently enjoyed a dominant victory at the first Call of Duty League Major in January. Going head to head with Atlanta FaZe in the grand final, Ultra ended up with a convincing 4-1 victory, seeing the team lift the Boston Breach Major 1 trophy with player CleanX claiming MVP thanks to his clutch plays and multikills.

Cultivating Toronto’s gaming culture

Finally, aside from continuous investments in esports projects and ventures, Toronto also shines as a hub for gaming nerds and enthusiasts. In a previous post, we highlighted some of the notable attractions at the 2023 Canadian National Exhibition. This included new tournaments at the Gaming Garage, sponsored by Intel, which introduced more free games and larger prize pools for titles such as Street Fighter 6, Valorant, and League of Legends. This marked the 4th Annual Gaming Garage and showcased VR experiences, a video game dance floor, pinball tournaments, and, of course, competitive esports tournaments with up to $8,500 in prizes.

Even outside of esports, the city is home to various gaming hubs. Arcade bars have become a trend throughout the city since 2018. Co-owner of arcade bar Greta described this shift as people looking for new experiences in bars, like something to do rather than just drink. Greta is one of many trending arcade bars in the city today. It is a two-storey space decorated like a futuristic saloon and equipped with a dance floor and a collection of arcade and pinball machines. While Greta’s retro approach remains popular, other gamers may also enjoy arcade bars like Levelup Reality, which specialises in VR games, or Power Up Game Bar, which hosts a collection of classic and modern console games for guests to enjoy.

#FIRSTLOOK: “THE FALL” IN 4K TO BE RELEASED ON MUBI CANADA

MUBI, the global distributor, streaming service and production company announces the acquisition and exclusive premiere of Tarsem’s re-release of The Fall, available to stream in 4K on MUBI from September 27, 2024 in the US, Canada, Latin America, the UK, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Italy, Benelux, Turkey and India. The Match Factory is handling sales for the rest of the world.

The 4K restoration of The Fall will have its world premiere at this year’s edition of Locarno Film Festival where it will play to audiences on the Piazza Grande.

Filmed over 4 years in 20 different locations across the globe, The Fall stars Lee Pace (Foundation, Bodies Bodies Bodies, Captain Marvel, Halt and Catch Film) and Catinca Untaru.

SYNOPSIS
Los Angeles, circa 1920s, a little immigrant girl in a hospital recovering from a fall, strikes up a friendship with a bedridden man. He captivates her with a whimsical story that removes her far from the hospital doldrums into the exotic landscapes of her imagination.

TARSEM BIOGRAPHY
Tarsem’s first major breakthrough work was REM’s Losing My Religion video, which won MTV’s Best Video Award. Since then, Tarsem has worked on commercials for brands including Smirnoff, Coke, Nike, Levis and Pepsi.

In 2000, he directed his first feature film, The Cell, starring Jennifer Lopez. His next feature film, The Fall, was released in the United States in 2008. Since then Tarsem has directed The Immortals (2011) starring Henry Cavill, Mirror Mirror (2012) starring Julia Roberts and Self/less (2015) starring Ryan Reynolds.

In 2016-2017, Tarsem directed the 10-part mini-series Emerald City for television. In 2023, he directed his first feature film in Punjabi, Dear Jassi which won the Platform Award at the Toronto International Film Festival.

Among the numerous awards that Tarsem has received are the Grand Prix and several Lions from Cannes and the British Academy (BAFTA) Britannia Award. His work is also on permanent display at the Museum of Modern Art in New York.

#PRODUCTWATCH: 2024 HONDA CIVIC SPORT

It was all about catching-up with family and fun in our test drive with the 2024 Honda Civic Sport in a classic Crystal Black Pearl. There are reasons why the Civic continues to be one of the Top Ten-selling cars in Canada. It offers exceptional value and all the essentials you need for your daily drives and whatever occasions life throws your way. What that hatchback, you know you’ve got that bit of extra cargo space for one!

The 2024 Honda Civic Sport is powered by a 2.0-litre, 16-valve, Port Injection, DOHC, i-VTEC® 4-cylinder, 158 horsepower engine, giving you added value and idle-stop, ECON mode button and Eco Assist. All starting with the push of a button to start. The Civic is great for the wallet and the world we live in. Overall, you get 7.59 L/100km with the Civic Sport.

The Civic Sport comes with Black Combi seats (synthetic leather/fabric) and the front seats are heated, with a steering wheel that is wrapped in leather and also heated when needed. Menu, settings and entertainment are controlled by a 7″ colour touchscreen and the Civic Sport comes with an AM/FM audio system with 8 speakers (navigated by actual push buttons). It’s enabled for Bluetooth® Streaming Audio, plus Apple CarPlay®/ Android Auto™ helping you stay connected while on the road, and also letting you sync to your favourite playlists and podcasts on your phone.

It was a real scorcher during our test drive, and we cannot state enough the importance of having a dual-zone automatic climate control with air-filtration system. I need that A/C cranked-up, however others in the car might be a bit more sensitive to that. It is moonroof season and that one touch power moonroof is perfect for those drives after sunset in the Summer!

Active and Passive Safety Features with the 2024 Honda Civic Sport include: Blind Spot Information (BSI) system, Forward Collision Warning (FCW) system (HS), Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS®) (HS), Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system (HS), Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) (HS), Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) system (HS), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low-Speed Follow (HS), Traffic Sign Recognition, 4-wheel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD),Vehicle Stability Assist* (VSA®) with Traction Control Advanced Compatibility Engineering™, (ACE™) body structure, Airbag system (front), Side airbags, Side curtain airbags with rollover sensor system, Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH), Hill Start Assist and LED daytime running lights. That’s a lot of safety for your dollar.

We cannot state enough the convenience of driving with a multi-angle rearview camera with dynamic guidelines, whether you’re just reversing out of a parking spot or navigating parallel parking, this is a must-have.

The 2024 Honda Civic Sport starts at $32,716.00 CAN. More here. 2025 models are now available.

More on our Test Drive here:

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#SPOTTED: SIMU LIU IN TORONTO HEADLINING 2024 CCYAA CELEBRITY CLASSIC

The 2024 CCYAA Celebrity Classic capped off a day of fun-filled activities, including a food and shopping bazaar, FRESH FEST and a youth variety show, YOUTH JAM.

The fun took place last night at Mattamy Athletic Centre, drawing another star-studded who’s-who in talent including Jeremy Lin, Dominique Wilkins, Gordon Cormier, Jason Williams, Olivia Cheng, Julie Kim, The Brothers Sun stars Justin Chien and Sam Li, plus MANY more!

So wonderful seeing Simu and The CCYAA committed to the amazing work they do for our youth across the GTA! The way Simu always smiles when he sees me. So proud of him!

Some snaps:

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An overview of events yesterday’s events:

CELEB CLASSIC 2024
BASKETBALL GAME (MAIN EVENT)
Watch a Hollywood actor, an NBA legend, your favourite YouTubers and more lay it all on the court for a good cause. Catch rival matchups, fierce competition and hilarious beef in this epic game you won’t want to miss.

Coaches: Dominique Wilkins and Jack Armstrong

FRESHFEST
Come experience FreshFest, a curated collective of Toronto’s leading Asian-owned businesses. From Chefs and makers to community leaders and supporters, FreshFest is the place to taste, sip, shop and play.

Vendors:

EAT
The Alley
Bungkus
PAI
Hong Shing
A-Sha x Super Noodle Company
Chef Suman Ali
Namwan
EATABLE Popcorn
Sisters & Co
Gushi Japanese Street Food
Roselle Desserts x Steven Tran Chocolates
DaanGo Cake Lab

SHOP
SoleStop
Chronic Ink
Osume
KayTran Eyewear
Dim Sum City
Banana Games & Hobbies
Jollybeast
Tuft Theory
Hey Fun Market
Mindzai
Kalamansi Collective
Pin Boy Fresh
Styll
Akira
draa
Arcadia Puzzles
ArtketGoods
Bowl Cut Paper Goods

YOUTH JAM VARIETY SHOW
A high-energy, family friendly show featuring performances and celebrity appearances inspiring the next generation to dream big and break barriers.

Learn more here.

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#BOXOFFICE: “DESPICABLE ME 4” STILL HIGHLY LIKABLE IN SECOND WEEK

It’s another stellar week for DESPICABLE ME 4, making 2024 a Summer defined by Animated Feature blockbusters! It makes $41 million in its second week, from 4,449 theatres for Universal Pictures, a total $207.4 million grossed over two weeks.

LONGLEGS debuts huge in second with $23 million from 2,510 theatres for NEON/Elevation Pictures. It gets 87% on the Tomatometer, exceptional for a Horror. This is an opening weekend record for American distributor NEON – previous record for them was IMMACULATE, released earlier this year with $5 million in North America.

INSIDE OUT 2 continues to thrive in third with $20 million from 3,815 heatres for Disney, a tally of $571.8 million over five weeks.

Fourth is A QUIET PLACE: DAY ONE with $12.1 million, taking it to $116.5 million over three weekends for Paramount Pictures.

FLY ME TO THE MOON gets fifth with $10 million in its debut, from 3,356 theatres for Sony Pictures. This Rom-Com-Dram starring Scarlett Johansson and Channing Tatum, gets 67% on the Tomatometer.

#FIRSTLOOK: IMAGINE CINEMAS RELAUNCH “CHEAP TUESDAYS”

Privately held and family owned cinema chain Imagine Cinemas is thrilled to announce the return of “Cheap Tuesdays,” offering moviegoers the ultimate value in entertainment. Effective immediately, Tuesday tickets will be available for just $5, and all concession items will be priced at $5 or less, all-inclusive. Pure entertainment at an unbeatable price.

Additionally, film enthusiasts can enjoy matinee showings in Imagine Cinemas’ luxurious recliners for only $8 per ticket every day before 6pm. This exciting offer is available at all Imagine Cinemas locations, making it the perfect opportunity for an affordable, comfortable, and thrilling cinema experience.

“Cheap Tuesdays” has been a beloved tradition among our patrons, and we are excited to bring it back with even greater value,” says Gina Facca, Chief Operating Officer at Imagine Cinemas. “In these tough economic times, we understand the importance of providing affordable entertainment options for our community. We believe in making high-quality entertainment accessible to everyone, and these new pricing options reflect our commitment to our community and movie lovers everywhere.”

Whether planning a midweek movie night or an afternoon escape, Imagine Cinemas is now your go-to spot for fantastic deals and a top-tier viewing experience. With our state-of-the-art facilities and luxury recliners, we guarantee you’ll sit way back and experience the difference.

For more details, visit: imaginecinemas.com/lowerprice

#NEWMUSIC: RODERICK PORTER – “NOT AGAIN”

Today, multifaceted hip-hop artist/producer Roderick Porter shares brand new sun soaked single “Not Again.” The left of center production, quirky vocals and infectious chorus sets the tone for a perfect summer soundtrack.

On “Not Again,” he elastically croons about being so lost in thought over his many regrets that he lets his cigarette burn all the way down, stinging his finger. It’s partly about “watching a relationship fall apart, but also not recognizing that you’re watching it fall apart,” he says.

The single follows Porter’s most recent singles,“Over Again” and “Gone in the Wind” and “Bittersweet.” Since then he has moved to LA full-time and spent the year honing his craft and evolving as an artist to make some of his best music to date. “Not Again” marks the beginning of the next chapter for Porter and puts him as an exciting artist to watch.

As an artist, Porter is a byproduct of a post-soundcloud rap DIY scene and in good company alongside artists like Brock Hampton, SMINO, Isaiah Rashad and more that are elevating the genre. Expect more to come from Porter in the coming months

#NEWMUSIC: DASHA – “DIDN’T I”

Responding to overwhelming fan demand for more music, one of the hottest breakout stars of 2024 and pop-country sensation Dasha (pronounced DASH-uh) delivers her irresistible new song “Didn’t I” out today via Warner Records.

“‘Didn’t I’ is so nostalgic, there’s something about my past that intrigues me, including the men. In the writer’s room, I was referring to a time months and months ago when I was backsliding into the guy that ‘Austin’ is about. It’s admitting like, ‘oops here I am again, my bad’ but I love how we made it lighthearted and fun,” says Dasha.

Today’s track places Dasha’s dynamic vocals, clever songwriting, and undeniable star power directly in the spotlight. Handclaps drive the momentum as fiddle accents the bright banjo riff. On the track, Dasha just can’t seem to let go of an old fling as she confesses on the chorus, “So why am I here with your lips on mine? I could’ve sworn I said, ‘This is over. Didn’t I?’” With its cheeky storytelling and infectious melody, “Didn’t I” has all the makings of another smash from the rapidly rising phenomenon.

Simultaneously, her hit single “Austin (Boots Stop Workin’)” peaked at 3 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs Chart and staked out a spot in the Top 20 of the Billboard Hot 100 peaking at 19. Meanwhile, Dasha scaled the Billboard Emerging Artists Chart to #2 with her album What Happens Now? peaking at 117 on the Billboard 200.

In other big news, her extensive global headline tour Dashville, U.S.A has sold out in a majority of markets with limited ticket availability remaining in Stockholm, Amsterdam and Salt Lake City. She will perform to capacity crowds everywhere from London and Los Angeles to New York and Toronto. Check out the full routing below.

This year, Dasha notably made her debut at the iconic Grand Ole Opry® in Nashville, TN. Of course, she highlighted the set with the smash single “Austin” as well as favorites from What Happens Now? The milestone performance marked a significant moment in Dasha’s burgeoning career as she joins the ranks of artists like Kelsea Ballerini, Luke Combs, Lady A, Blake Shelton, and many more who have graced the stage of Grand Ole Opry®.

Stay tuned for a whole lot more from Dasha.

Dasha Routing:

• sold out

August 12 Stockholm, SE Nalen

August 14 St. Polten, AT Frequence Festival

August 16 Hasselt Kiewit, BE Pukkelpop*

August 17 Stradbally, IE Electric Picnic*

August 19 London, UK Scala*

August 21 Amsterdam, NL Melkweg

August 23 Reading, UK Reading Festival

August 24 Leeds, UK Leeds Festival

October 8 New York, NY Bowery Ballroom*

October 9 Boston, MA Brighton Music Hall*

October 14 Denver, CO Bluebird Theater*

October 15 Salt Lake City, UT Soundwell*

October 18 San Luis Obispo, CA SLO Brew Rock*

October 19 Los Angeles, CA The Roxy*

November 5 Minneapolis, MN Fine Line Music Cafe*

November 8 Cincinnati, OH Top Cat’s*

November 9 Grand Rapids, MI The Stache*

November 11 Toronto, ON Opera House*

November 13 Indianapolis, IN Hi-Fi*

November 14 Nashville, TN Exit In*

November 15 Atlanta, GA The Masquerade – Hell*

#FIRSTLOOK: NEW TEASER FOR “CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD”

Today, Marvel Studios shared the teaser trailer and poster for “Captain America: Brave New World,” featuring Anthony Mackie as Captain America. The Falcon, played by Mackie in previous MCU films, officially took on the mantle of Captain America in the finale of “The Falcon and The Winter Soldier,” on Disney+ in 2021.

After meeting with newly elected U.S. President Thaddeus Ross, played by Harrison Ford in his Marvel Cinematic Universe debut, Sam finds himself in the middle of an international incident. He must discover the reason behind a nefarious global plot before the true mastermind has the entire world seeing red.

“Captain America: Brave New World” stars Anthony Mackie, Danny Ramirez, Shira Haas, Xosha Roquemore, Carl Lumbly, with Giancarlo Esposito, Liv Tyler, Tim Blake Nelson, and Harrison Ford. The film is directed by Julius Onah and produced by Kevin Feige and Nate Moore. Louis D’Esposito and Charles Newirth serve as executive producers.

Marvel Studios’ “Captain America: Brave New World” opens in theatres on February 14, 2025.