#NEWMUSIC: SOMBR DEBUT ALBUM “I BARELY KNOW HER” OUT AUGUST 22, 2025
Global alt-pop phenom sombr has announced details of his highly anticipated debut album, I Barely Know Her. Set for release on August 22, 2025 via Warner Records, I Barely Know Her is poised to catapult the 20-year-old MTV VMA Best New Artist nominee into superstardom status following an incredible year of momentous record-breaking charting success for a debut artist, and sold-out headline and arena tour dates around the world.
I Barely Know Her was written entirely by sombr and co-produced ...
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#FIRSTLOOK: NEW TRAILER FOR “SWIPED”
The Hulu Original film “Swiped” from 20th Century Studios will debut exclusively September 19, 2025 on Disney+ in Canada. The film will hold its premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 9, 2025.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3WLq3YN1SS4
Inspired by the provocative real-life story of the visionary founder of online dating platform Bumble, “Swiped” introduces recent college grad Whitney Wolfe, played by Lily James, as she uses extraordinary grit and ...
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#FOOD: MCDONALD’S CANADA X SHANIA TWAIN ANNOUNCE “SHANIA’S SIDES”
McDonald’s Canada and Shania Twain are turning up the style on fan favourite sides, proving you’re never too dressed up for McDonald’s!
Shania, who’s always had an authentic love for McDonald’s famous fries, is bringing her fun-loving spirit and flair to the golden arches with the All Dressed Up campaign. Together, they’re bringing Canadians something bold and just a whole lot of fun, because what better way to celebrate summer than with iconic fries and an even more iconic ...
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#FIRSTLOOK: “PLAYING GRACIE DARLING” COMING TO PARAMOUNT+
Paramount+ Canada announced today that the new original series, PLAYING GRACIE DARLING will premiere August 15, 2025 streaming all six episodes exclusively on Paramount+.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9S9jbo_pY2Q
From Curio Pictures (The Narrow Road to the Deep North, The Artful Dodger) this bold and compelling series explores the deep bonds of female friendship, the haunting power of memory, and a small town gripped by the unknown.
When Joni was fourteen, her best friend Gracie ...
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#HOTDOCS: HOT DOCS ANNOUNCE SALE OF 506 BLOOR STREET WEST
Today, Hot Docs announces that the sale of the Hot Docs Cinema building at 506 Bloor Street West closed on August 6. The terms of the sale include a multi-year lease that allows Hot Docs to continue to operate and program the Cinema year-round. In addition to the stellar slate of must-see documentaries and retro flicks already announced, this fall will see the return of the long-running Doc Soup series, screening monthly from October to April, and the introduction of the Curious Minds ...
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#SPOTTED: BAM BAM AMONG STARS IN TORONTO FOR 2025 K-EXPO
The inaugural K-EXPO was held in Toronto this weekend, celebrating Korean culture and those who love it. The two-day Hallyu affair took place August 9-10, 2025 at Meridian Hall in Toronto, the space filled with exhibitors, giving guests a chance to preview beloved Korean products including food, beauty products, and more. They also had a chance to get free colour, makeup and skin consultations for free, drawing long queues. There also were cooking demonstrations, with Korean star Ryu ...
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#BOXOFFICE: “WEAPONS” FIRES IN DEBUT
WEAPONS fires in its debut this weekend, taking $35 million from 3,202 theatres for Warner Bros. This Horror gets a stellar 96% on the Tomatometer. This is from the same Director, Zach Cregger, who brought us BARBARIAN.
FREAKIER FRIDAY is a smash, taking $30 million from 3,975 theatres for Disney. It gets a respectable 73% on the Tomatometer. Its predecessor also was a success, with a $22 million debut back in 2003.
THE FANTASTIC FOUR: THE FIRST STEPS gets third this weekend with $16 ...
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#NEWMUSIC: CRASH ADAMS RELEASE NEW EP “CRASHING INTO YOUR LIVING ROOM”
Feel-good pop duo Crash Adams, composed of childhood friends Rafaele Massarelli and Vince Sasso, have released their new EP, Crashing Into Your Living Room, Vol. 2, today via Warner Music Canada / Warner Records. Following a whirlwind of global success and a hugely successful recent national television appearance on America’s Got Talent, the new project delivers the duo's signature blend of optimism and hope. Fans can listen to the full EP here.
The new EP arrives on the heels of the ...
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#NEWMUSIC: CAMERON WHITCOMB NEW ALBUM “FRAGILE”
The Hard Way sees Whitcomb offering up a deeply personal look at his turbulent journey, from his struggles with addiction at a young age through to his recovery and adulthood. The album announcement is accompanied by his most emotionally raw single to date, “Fragile,” available everywhere now HERE.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AP6XsFQjuUQ
“‘Fragile’ is about being told to man up your whole childhood and pushing away everyone that cares because of your own insecurities,” ...
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#TIFF25: TIFF ANNOUNCE CLASSICS PROGRAMME AT 2025 TORONTO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
TIFF is celebrating its 50th edition with a robust Classics programme, presented by MUBI, and supported by Ontario Creates and the Canada Council for the Arts. Programmed by Robyn Citizen, TIFF’s Director of Programming, and Senior Curator Andréa Picard, TIFF Classics offers audiences a curated selection of influential classic films from around the world. Presented in a slate of new 4K restorations, these landmark works return to the big screen to be experienced as they were meant to be ...
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