AURESIA in a great MEDIA TOUR in Toronto, New York, San Francisco and Los Angeles, then Latin America and Europe

AURESIA in a great MEDIA TOUR



for Toronto, New York,


San Francisco and Los Angeles,


Then Latin America and Europe




AURESIA pronounced ** or-ESH-a**



 Nominated for Favorite World Artist at 2010 Independent Music Awards!

 Nominated for 4 Canadian Reggae Music Awards! (Top Newcomer, Top Singer, Top Album, Top Producer)

 Spotlighted “Artist of the Week” on CBC Radio 1, Home Run.



“If there ever was a time, since Bob Marley, where Reggae could actually penetrate popular music, Auresia definitely has the potential to do it”, Duke Eatmon, CBC Radio 1, Home Run.



“…it's obvious that Auresia is a talent worth watching”--- David Dacks, Exclaim!





Canadian singer Auresia is travelling without stopping for her Worldwide Media Tour. It is the anticipation for the releases of her four mind-blowing new music singles “Fuel Up On Love”, “Rising”, the radio hit “High” and “Quiero Bailar” (a salsa recorded in Cuba, in Spanish for the Latin American markets), as well as the promotional showing with three new high quality videos for “Fuel Up on Love”, “High” and “Rising”. All of them are part of her hugely-anticipated album “Dangerous in Love”.



Auresia was in New York last week as part of her Worldwide Media Tour, shared the studio with Timothy Soloman, who played with Peter Tosh, and visit VP Records. Now, is in San Francisco, will be in Los Angeles until June 17th, then back to Northern California for the Sierra Nevada Reggae Festival and then a new trip to SF for a couple days around the 22nd and then LA again, and to Las Vegas. After that, Latin America and Paris, France.



After releasing her video “Jah Goddes” on the Internet, one of the best singles in her debut self-titled CD, Auresia started working with Film Director ISIS GUMBS ( Quiet Lion Productions, Montreal, QC) for the “Fuel Up On Love” TV broadcasting-quality video. The TV & Film Director for “High” video (an original collaboration with Omar Martinez, co-writer for Justin Bieber’s Pray) will be SOPHIA MALE, in Hollywood, California, who has professional credits even with Lady Gaga’s videos. “This may actually be the Year for me and Music Videos! It has been a few years in the making and I would like to give huge thank you all the people that have come together to make these videos and my music career possible!”, comments Auresia from San Francisco. “As some of you might know of my love for Cuba this past year and I had gone back recently to record my 1st Salsa/ reggae single: called Quiero Bailar (Solita) / Q.B.S./ If you love Salsa and reggae, you can hear a mix of that song on the myspace.com/auresia “



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NOTES FOR EDITORS AND TELEVISION PRODUCERS:

• Pictures, interviews and music and video samples are available to support this story.

• The new singles will be released shortly at the beginning of July 2011.

For further information, please contact:

• Juan Carlos Cordero, UNO MediaGroup CEO, at unonewsnet@yahoo.com.

• Management and booking contacts at auresiamusic@gmail.com or caminchicanadagroup@gmail.com Tel. 514-941-2810, Montreal, Canada, or 647-262-2804, Toronto, Canada. Website: www.auresia.com







* AURESIA’S BIOGRAPHY*



Exploding onto the global musical scene with musical roots as diverse as the modern globalized audience, Auresia is poised to take the international market by storm. Taking inspiration from Montreal’s unique pop sensibilities, the soul of Reggae, with her vast worldly flavors, she remains grounded in the best parts of her musical tradition while keeping herself free to innovate and inspire. A singer, songwriter and guitarist out of Montreal, she was nominated for Favorite World Artist at the 2010 Independent Music Awards and for 4 Awards at the Canadian Reggae Music Awards.



Born in Edmonton of Ukrainian decent, Auresia has been singing and charming audiences from the age of three. Her style is a new breed of Reggae for the urban soul; deep roots rhythms swathed by the melodies of Auresia’s sweet and haunting voice. Through her intricate melodies, beautiful harmonies and combination of world, Caribbean, soul, R&B, pop flavours and conscious lyrics it’s evident that Auresia’s sound is diverse.



Auresia show is high-energy and positive vibes while still captivating the audience with her meditative vocals. After years of performing in US, Jamaica, Europe, and after touring Canada from East to West (26 dates in 2009 Canada Roots Tour and 24 dates on her 2010 Summer Canada Love Tour), Auresia has developed a strong fan base. She is scheduled to perform more internationally later this Fall and Winter in Europe, Jamaica, Colombia, Brazil, Chile and Argentina with the release of new singles and videos: “Quiero Bailar” and “ Fuel Up (on Love)” this Spring/ Summer 2011.



Currently working on her sophomore album “Dangerous in Love” (working title), it will include tracks co-written by Omar Martinez (co-writer of Justin Bieber’s song, Pray), and tracks produced by David Beatty (Producer of Nelly Furtado’s, “Folklore “ multiplatinum award album); all to be released later this Summer!



REVIEWS of AURESIA’s DEBUT ALBUM:



‘Auresia’-self-titled album, released November, 2008



"This Montreal singer's debut is a thoroughly captivating disc, with more inventive hooks and melodic touches than most roots albums. When it all comes together on majestic tracks like the Augustus Pablo-flavoured "Jah Goddess" and the heartfelt and focused tribute to her mother, "Echoes of Fall," it's obvious that Auresia is a talent worth watching. Every track on this album is deep and delicious, with bass sweetness and dub-informed production." -- David Dacks, Exclaim! Feb/March 2009



“Montreal has produced an artist who can run the range of Jamaician influence- Auresia. Tunes like “Give a Little Time” and “Jah Goddess” are emblematic of Auresia’s golden-era styled reggae, reaching back to the 1970’s, melodica and all- though she adds in a little contemporary influence, her sweet, soft voice becoming a little less so on a track like “What is Right.” A competent debut from a talented artist who knows how to combine a folk-driven style with the roots of reggae.” 8/10 – Erin MacLeod, Montreal Mirror, January 15-21, 2009.



"One of the most distinctive things about Auresia's music is that although like many singers here and abroad, she writes good and meaningful lyrics, she also has the very rare (at least in reggae) ability to compose and play the music beautifully as well. She is a consummate musician, a skillful singer and deftly uses her voice as one of the instruments in the mix. Auresia is one of the few people left who truly understands the value of non-synthesized sounds and is the first female reggae producer from Quebec I have ever heard, and one of the first Canadians this year to properly orchestrate/arrange a horn section, complete with melodica; Proper!"- DJ Chocolate, Radio DJ CKLN, Toronto, ONT



"Auresia is Montreal's own Queen of Reggae! Her combination of reggae, R&B and roots own her a style that is uniquely her own."- Empress Soul, Positive Creations Music Collective, Canada



“… a stylish and smooth reggae recording that speaks both a personal and universal truth. Auresia's passionate approach to music and life helps explain why the album garnered four nominations at this year's Canadian Reggae Music Awards…”—Francois Marchand, Edmonton Journal, Edmonton, AB



For more on Auresia, please visit www.auresia.com

auresiamusic@gmail.com 514-941-2810





Auresia has played festivals across Canada such as Montreal Int’l Jazz Festival, Montreal and Ottawa Int’l Reggae Fests, Toronto Rastafest and Sistah Fest, Koots Roots, Cortes Arts Festivals in BC, the Queens of Reggae series and also has graced the stage at various Clubs in Western Europe and in Jamaica. She has shared the stage with Kymani Marley, Sister Nancy, Tanya Stephens, Sugar Minott, Sanchez, Shaggy, Queen Ifrica, Tony Rebel, Clinton Fearon, and Canadian favorites’ Ibo & Kindread and Kali & Dub Inc.



www.auresia.com

www.myspace.com/auresia

http://www.facebook.com/Auresia

http://twitter.com/auresiamusic

http://www.reverbnation.com/Auresia?add_email=true

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UV6eWdA9Rgc

Auresia “Rising” MUSIC VIDEO RELEASE and MEDIA TOUR by New York, Los Angeles, Toronto, Latin America and Paris!

Auresia “Rising” MUSIC VIDEO RELEASE and MEDIA TOUR by New York, Los Angeles, Toronto, Latin America and Paris!

Releasing her 5x nominated self- titled debut in 2008, she is currently working on her sophomore album “Dangerous in Love” (working title). This record will include track(s) co-written by Omar Martinez (co-writer of Justin Bieber’s song, Pray), and tracks produced by Nelly Furtado's producers. Nominated for Favorite World Artist at The 2010 Annual Independent Music Awards! and 4 Awards at the 2009 Canadian Reggae Music Awards.


Nominated for Favorite World Artist at The 2010 Annual Independent Music


Awards! and 4 Awards at the 2009 Canadian Reggae Music Awards

www.auresia.com

www.myspace.com/auresia

http://www.facebook.com/Auresia

http://twitter.com/auresiamusic

http://www.reverbnation.com/Auresia?add_email=true

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UV6eWdA9Rgc

AURESIA pronounced ** or-ESH-a**




 Nominated for Favorite World Artist at 2010 Independent Music Awards!

 Nominated for 4 Canadian Reggae Music Awards! (Top Newcomer, Top Singer, Top Album, Top Producer)

 Spotlighted “Artist of the Week” on CBC Radio 1, Home Run.



“If there ever was a time, since Bob Marley, where Reggae could actually penetrate popular music, Auresia definitely has the potential to do it”, Duke Eatmon, CBC Radio 1, Home Run.



“…it's obvious that Auresia is a talent worth watching”--- David Dacks, Exclaim!



*BIOGRAPHY*



Exploding onto the global musical scene with musical roots as diverse as the modern globalized audience, Auresia is poised to take the international market by storm. Taking inspiration from Montreal’s unique pop sensibilities, the soul of Reggae, with her vast worldly flavors, she remains grounded in the best parts of her musical tradition while keeping herself free to innovate and inspire. A singer, songwriter and guitarist out of Montreal, she was nominated for Favorite World Artist at the 2010 Independent Music Awards and for 4 Awards at the Canadian Reggae Music Awards.



Born in Edmonton of Ukrainian decent, Auresia has been singing and charming audiences from the age of three. Her style is a new breed of Reggae for the urban soul; deep roots rhythms swathed in Auresia’s sweet and haunting voice. Through her intricate melodies, beautiful harmonies, a combination of world, Caribbean, soul, r&b, pop flavours and eco conscious lyrics; it’s evident that Auresia’s sound is diverse.



Auresia's show is high-energy and positive while still captivating the audience with her meditative vocals. After years of performing in US, Jamaica, Europe, and after touring Canada from East to West (26 dates in 2009 Canada Roots Tour and 24 dates on her 2010 Summer Canada Love Tour), Auresia has developed a strong global fan base. She is scheduled to perform more internationally later this Fall and Winter in Europe, Jamaica, Colombia, Brazil, Chile and Argentina with the release of new singles and videos: “Quiero Bailar” and “ Fuel Up (on Love)” this Spring/ Summer 2011.





Auresia has played Montreal and Ottawa Int’l Reggae Fests, Toronto Rastafest and Sistah Fest, Koots Roots, Cortes Arts Festivals in BC, the Queens of Reggae series and also has graced the stage at various Clubs in Western Europe and in Jamaica. She has shared the stage with Kymani Marley, Sister Nancy, Tanya Stephens, Sugar Minott, Sanchez, Shaggy, Queen Ifrica, Tony Rebel, Clinton Fearon, and Canadian favorites’ Ibo & Kindread and Kali & Dub Inc.





(Auresia Bio Cont… Pg 2.)





Releasing her 5x nominated self- titled debut in 2008, she is currently working on her sophomore album “Dangerous in Love” (working title). This record will include track(s) co-written by Omar Martinez (co-writer of Justin Bieber’s song, Pray), and tracks produced by David Beatty (Producer of Nelly Furtado’s, Folkloric album); all to be released later this Summer!







REVIEWS of AURESIA’s DEBUT ALBUM:



‘Auresia’-self-titled album, released November, 2008



"This Montreal singer's debut is a thoroughly captivating disc, with more inventive hooks and melodic touches than most roots albums. When it all comes together on majestic tracks like the Augustus Pablo-flavoured "Jah Goddess" and the heartfelt and focused tribute to her mother, "Echoes of Fall," it's obvious that Auresia is a talent worth watching. Every track on this album is deep and delicious, with bass sweetness and dub-informed production." -- David Dacks, Exclaim! Feb/March 2009



“Montreal has produced an artist who can run the range of Jamaician influence- Auresia. Tunes like “Give a Little Time” and “Jah Goddess” are emblematic of Auresia’s golden-era styled reggae, reaching back to the 1970’s, melodica and all- though she adds in a little contemporary influence, her sweet, soft voice becoming a little less so on a track like “What is Right.” A competent debut from a talented artist who knows how to combine a folk-driven style with the roots of reggae.” 8/10 – Erin MacLeod, Montreal Mirror, January 15-21, 2009.



"One of the most distinctive things about Auresia's music is that although like many singers here and abroad, she writes good and meaningful lyrics, she also has the very rare (at least in reggae) ability to compose and play the music beautifully as well. She is a consummate musician, a skillful singer and deftly uses her voice as one of the instruments in the mix. Auresia is one of the few people left who truly understands the value of non-synthesized sounds and is the first female reggae producer from Quebec I have ever heard, and one of the first Canadians this year to properly orchestrate/arrange a horn section, complete with melodica; Proper!"- DJ Chocolate, Radio DJ CKLN, Toronto, ONT

"Auresia is Montreal's own Queen of Reggae! Her combination of reggae, RnB and roots own her a style that is uniquely her own."- Empress Soul, Positive Creations Music Collective, Canada




“… a stylish and smooth reggae recording that speaks both a personal and universal truth. Auresia's passionate approach to music and life helps explain why the album garnered four nominations at this year's Canadian Reggae Music Awards…”—Francois Marchand, Edmonton Journal, Edmonton, AB



For more on Auresia, please visit www.auresia.com

auresiamusic@gmail.com 514-941-2810

Friendlyness and Human Rights with Auresia in concert this Saturday May 21

Friendlyness, based in Toronto is a Juno nominated DJ, along with his 6 piece band, "The Human Rights" sing songs of freedom, justice and equality delivered via superheavy, ultra-dynamic, new roots reggae music. Their debut album “One Thing,” is being played world wide and their new single "Right Now" has just been released on a 45. 'Show love, make peace and unify!


Auresia, 5 time nominee, will be opening the night acoustically with her special guests accompanying her. "Her soulful voice and warm vibes captivates the beauty around her"-- Ellen Johnston, Rose Records.

With Auresia's unique world flavors and Friendlyness and HumanRights' amazing live showcase, this is a night not to be missed! Hope to See you there

Concert this Saturday May 21. Auresia has embarked in a great Media Tour which includes Toronto, New York, Los Angeles, back to Montreal and then to Latin America international launching and Paris, France

AURESIA AT CLINTON’S TOMORROW March 9 - Showcasing an acoustic set with 3 special local Toronto Musicians

AURESIA AT CLINTON’S TOMORROW March 9 - Showcasing an acoustic set with 3 special local Toronto Musicians - Jay Cleary, Todd Britton and Kelsey Cunningham


on WED, MARCH 9th @ CLINTON's @ 11pm- Hope to see you all there!!!*** Featuring a couple new tracks~





CLINTON's

693 Bloor Street West

Toronto, ON M6G 1L5

(416) 535-9541



ONE LOVE!



GUIDANCE~



HAPPY INTERNATIONAL WOMAN's DAY!!!!!

bless up

--

***Nominated for Favorite World Artist at The 2010 Annual Independent Music

Awards!~

and 4 Awards at the 2009 Canadian Reggae Music Awards ***

www.auresia.com

www.myspace.com/auresia

http://www.facebook.com/Auresia

http://twitter.com/auresiamusic

http://www.reverbnation.com/Auresia?add_email=true

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UV6eWdA9Rgc

* Nominated for Favorite World Artist at The 2010 Annual Independent Music


Awards! and 4 Awards at the 2009 Canadian Reggae Music Awards



www.auresia.com

www.myspace.com/auresia

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Auresia/47649186504

http://www.reverbnation.com/Auresia?add_email=true







Biography



A NEW REGGAE STAR RISES IN THE CANADIAN MUSIC SKY

AURESIA Nominated for Favorite World Artist at 2010 Independent Music Awards!



AURESIA Nominated for 4 Categories (best singer, best new artist, best album, best producer) at the 2009 Canadian Reggae Music Awards-



AURESIA on the Cover of SPRING 2009 REGGAE XCLUSIVE MAGAZINE

AURESIA: one of Montreal's top female reggae artists, RELEASES HER SELF-TITLED DEBUT ALBUM in November 2008.



"Every track on this album is deep and delicious, with bass sweetness and dub- informed production...it's obvious that Auresia is a talent worth watching."--- David Dacks, Exclaim!, 02.03.09





"If there ever was a time, since Bob Marley where Reggae could actually penetrate popular music, Auresia definitely has the potential to do it." --Duke Eatmon, CBC Radio 1, Home Run,





"One of the most distinctive things about Auresia's music is that although like many singers here and abroad, she writes good and meaningful lyrics, she also has the very rare (at least in reggae) ability to compose and play the music beautifully as well. She is a consummate musician, a skillful singer and deftly uses her voice as one of the instruments in the mix. Auresia is one of the few people left who truly understands the value of non-synthesized sounds and is the first female reggae producer from Quebec I have ever heard, and one of the first Canadians this year to properly orchestrate/arrange a horn section, complete with melodica. Proper!" -- DJ Chocolate, CKLN Toronto



Here is a new breed of Reggae for the urban soul; deep roots riddims swathed by the melodies of Auresia's sweet and haunting voice. Co-produced with Montreal musician David Lines (Kali & Dub Inc, Mongrels), Auresia's album was three years in the making, and having recently lost her mother to domestic violence, she has dedicated this effort to helping empower women.



"Auresia is one of Montreal's top reggae talent. Her melodic voice and original style stand her apart from the rest. She will be creating big waves with her new album" --Loralie Bromby, Rize Productions, Montreal, Quebec



" Auresia has a style of her own, and explores a surprising variety of reggae sounds in her album. Her album launch was a unique opportunity to see the talented young singer/songwriter live in all her splendor." -- Isabelle Sauriol & David Meffe- The Plant,Dawson, Montreal, 04.12.08





BIOGRAPHY



Auresia is a singer, songwriter and guitarist and she is breaking new ground on the Canadian Reggae Scene. Born in Edmonton of Ukrainian decent, Auresia has been singing and charming audiences from the age of three. Her voice is sweet and soulful coupled with a musical style that is mystically modern, yet at the same time firmly planted in roots reggae music. Her intricate melodies , beautiful harmonies and combination of soul and rnb dedicates implaceable to a particular genre or style. Her fans compare her to Dezarie, Sade, Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, Etana, etc.



Auresia always puts on a great show, filled with high-energy and positive vibes, she captivates the audience with her meditative vocals. With Auresia and her band, they put on full- energy show sure to move the audiences' hearts and feet. After years of performing in Europe, the US, Jamaica, and both sides of Canada, singer, songwriter and producer Auresia has developed a strong fan base.





Auresia has played Montreal International Reggae Festival (2008-09), Ottawa Int'l Reggae Festival (2009), Toronto Rastafest, Koots Roots Festival (Ymir, BC) , headlined the 2009 Cortes Arts Festival, the Queens of Reggae series. (2006-2009). She's also played at various Clubs in Western Europe and in Jamaica.



She has shared the stage with Shaggy, Ky-Mani Marley, Sanchez, Sugar Minott, Tanya Stephens, Sister Nancy, Queen Ifrica, Tony Rebel, Clinton Fearon, and Canadian legends Ibo & Kindread and Kali & Dub Inc.



With the release of her new album in November 2008, she takes her game to a whole new level in the international reggae arena. Her music is blasted on College Radio across Canada and is aired on CBC 1, 2 and 3, including regular play on Metro Morning, Home Run and CBC Saturday Morning show, College radio in USA and Europe, and on Jamaica's Irie FM.



"Auresia is one of Montreal's top reggae talent. Her melodic voice and original style stand her apart from the rest. She will be creating big waves with her new album" --Loralie Bromby, Rize Productions, Montreal, Quebec



"I find Auresia's music to be uplifting and crafted. The unique mixture of styles leads to an enjoyable listening experience. Her ethereal vocals and well placed arrangements are a breath of fresh air in the modern reggae world." -- Dave Sturton, Dna Productions, Montreal, Quebec



"Auresia is Montreal's own Queen of Reggae! Her combination of reggae, RnB and roots own her a style that is uniquely her own." -- Empress Soul, Positive Creations Music Collective, Canada





Instrumentation

Auresia can perform solo or with her 11-piece band! Her band can always be stripped down accordingly to accommodate the type of show.



Auresia- Lead Vocals, Guitar, Melodica, Djembe

Dave Lines- Keys, Melodica

Kali Hayes Thurton- Electric Guitar

Elie Mercier- Drums

Alain Burr- Bass

Mathieu Van Vliet- Trombone

Nicolas Boulay- Trumpet

Jean Francois Ouellet- Tenor Sax

Alexandre Lavoie- Flute

Michelle Tompkins- Backing Vocals

Rosemary Currie- Backing Vocals





Discography

AURESIA- Original self-titled debut album dropped November 2008!



* 'Auresia' Nominated at 2009 Canadian Reggae Music Awards for Best Album and Best Producer.



Auresia Album was given 8/10 in The Montreal Mirror.



Auresia's tunes from the album receive generous airplay across College Radio Stations in Canada, CBC Radio 1, 2 and 3.



Auresia spotlighted on CBC Radio 1's Home Run as 'Artist of the Week'



AURESIA's 1st single: Jah Goddess received regular airplay on Jamaica's Irie FM



Auresia, singer, songwriter and guitarist is breaking new ground on the Canadian Reggae Scene. Born in Edmonton of Ukrainian decent, Auresia has been singing and charming audiences from the age of three. Her style is a new breed of Reggae for the urban soul; deep roots riddims swathed by the melodies of Auresia’s sweet and haunting voice. Her intricate melodies , beautiful harmonies and combination of soul and rnb dedicates implaceable to a particular genre or style. Her fans compare her to Sade, Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, Bjork, with even Ani Difranco, Jill Scott, India Arie.



Auresia always puts on a great show, filled with high-energy and positive vibes, she captivates the audience with her meditative vocals. After years of performing in Europe, the US, Jamaica, and both sides of Canada, singer, songwriter and producer Auresia has developed a strong fan base.



Auresia has played Toronto Sistah Fest 2009, Montreal International Reggae Festival (2008-09), Ottawa Int’l Reggae Fest 2009, Cortes Arts Fest 2009, Toronto Rastafest (2007), Koots Roots Festival (Ymir, BC) , the Queens of Reggae series. (2006-2008). She’s also played at various Clubs in Western Europe and in Jamaica.

DISCOGRAPHY



"One of the most distinctive things about Auresia's music is that although like many singers here and abroad, she writes good and meaningful lyrics, she also has the very rare (at least in reggae) ability to compose and play the music beautifully as well. She is a consummate musician, a skillful singer and deftly uses her voice as one of the instruments in the mix. Auresia is one of the few people left who truly understands the value of non-synthesized sounds and is the first female reggae producer from Quebec I have ever heard, and one of the first Canadians this year to properly orchestrate/arrange a horn section, complete with melodica; Proper!"- DJ Chocolate, Radio DJ CKLN, Toronto, ONT“I find Auresia's music to be uplifting and crafted. The unique mixture of styles leads to an enjoyable listening experience. Her ethereal vocals and well placed arrangements are a breath of fresh air in the modern reggae world.”- Dave Sturton, Dna Productions, Montreal, Quebec

"This Montreal singer's debut is a thoroughly captivating disc, with more inventive hooks and melodic touches than most roots albums. When it all comes together on majestic tracks like the Augustus Pablo-flavoured "Jah Goddess" and the heartfelt and focused tribute to her mother, "Echoes of Fall," it's obvious that Auresia is a talent worth watching. Every track on this album is deep and delicious, with bass sweetness and dub-informed production." -- David Dacks, Exclaim! Feb/March 2009She has shared the stage with Ky-Mani Marley, Sanchez, Tanya Stephens, Shaggy, Sister Nancy, Clinton Fearon, Pressure, and Canadian legends Ibo & Kindread and Kali & Dub Inc.



Auresia has been nominated in 4 Categories of the 2009 Canadian Reggae Awards: Best Newcomer, Best Female Singer, Best Album and Best Producer. With the release of her new album in November 2008, she takes her game to a whole new level in the international reggae arena. Her music is blasted on College Radio across Canada and is aired on CBC Metro Morning, Home Run and CBC Saturday Morning show, Jamaica’s Irie FM and starting to take off at College Radio across USA and Europe. "Auresia is one of Montreal's top reggae talent. Her melodic voice and original style stand her apart from the rest. She will be creating big waves with her new album"- Loralie Bromby, Rize Productions, Montreal, Quebec




NEWS

AURESIA NOMINATED FOR 4 AWARDS(Top Newcomer, Top Singer(female), Top Album, Top Producer)  at the 2009 CANADIAN REGGAE MUSIC AWARDS!



“If there ever was a time, since Bob Marley where Reggae could actually penetrate popular music, Auresia definitely has the potential.” -- Duke’s Pick of the Week, CBC Radio 1, Home Run.

AURESIA receives generous airplay on CBC Radio 1, 2 and College radio across Canada!

December 2008: SPOTLIGHT ARTIST OF THE WEEK: AURESIA ON CBC RADIO 1!!!November, 2008:

AURESIA RELEASES HER DEBUT

SELF-TITLED ALBUM !!



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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING…



"This Montreal singer's debut is a thoroughly captivating disc, with more inventive hooks and melodic touches than most roots albums. When it all comes together on majestic tracks like the Augustus Pablo-flavoured "Jah Goddess" and the heartfelt and focused tribute to her mother, "Echoes of Fall," it's obvious that Auresia is a talent worth watching. Every track on this album is deep and delicious, with bass sweetness and dub-informed production."

-- David Dacks, Exclaim! Feb/March 2009

“… a stylish and smooth reggae recording that speaks both a personal and universal truth. Auresia's passionate approach to music and life helps explain why the album garnered four nominations at this year's Canadian Reggae Music Awards, in the categories of Top Newcomer, Top Song, Top Producer and Top Album.”

-- Francois Marchand, July 9, 2009 Edmonton Journal.



“Montreal has produced an artist who can run the range of Jamaician influence - Auresia. Tunes like “Give a Little Time” and “Jah Goddess” are emblematic of Auresia’s golden-era styled reggae, reaching back to the 1970’s, melodica and all- though she adds in a little contemporary influence, her sweet, soft voice becoming a little less so on a track like “What is Right.” A competent debut from a talented artist who knows how to combine a folk-driven style with the roots of reggae. 8/10!” – Erin MacLeod, Montreal Mirror, January 15-21, 2009.



"Auresia is one of Montreal's top reggae talent. Her melodic voice and original style stand her apart from the rest. She will be creating big waves with her new album." -- Loralie Bromby, Rize Productions, Montreal, Quebec

“I find Auresia's music to be uplifting and crafted. The unique mixture of styles leads to an enjoyable listening experience. Her ethereal vocals and well placed arrangements are a breath of fresh air in the modern reggae world.” -- Dave Sturton, Dna Productions, Montreal, Quebec

"One of the most distinctive things about Auresia's music is that although like many singers here and abroad, she writes good and meaningful lyrics, she also has the very rare (at least in reggae) ability to compose and play the music beautifully as well. She is a consummate musician, a skillful singer and deftly uses her voice as one of the instruments in the mix. Auresia is one of the few people left who truly understands the value of non-synthesized sounds and is the first female reggae producer from Quebec I have ever heard, and one of the first Canadians this year to properly orchestrate/arrange a horn section, complete with melodica. Proper!" -- DJ Chocolate, CKLN TorontoAuresia on the Front Cover and Spotlight Artist on Spring 2009’s ReggaeXclusive Canadian Magazine: Available at stores across Canada.

CANADIAN MUSIC WEEK 2011 HIGHLIGHTS

HIGHLIGHTS ~ CANADIAN MUSIC WEEK ~ HIGHLIGHTS

*Opportunity Rocks*

March 9 - 13, 2011

Fairmont Royal York Hotel, 100 Front Street West - Toronto

www.cmw.net

 

 

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CANADIAN MUSIC FEST

http://www.canadianmusicfest.com/

Canada's leading annual entertainment event dedicated to the expression and growth of the country's music, media and entertainment industries, takes place March 9 - 13, 2011.

THURSDAY, MARCH 10^TH TO SATURDAY, MARCH 12^TH

CMW INTERACTIVE MUSIC & MEDIA CONVENTION

THURSDAY, MARCH 10^TH:

Celebrity Interview: Nikki Sixx @11:15 a.m.

Keynote - Bob Lefsetz @ 5 p.m.

The Crystal Awards, 12:00 p.m.:

Host: Doug Funk

Performance by Andrew Allen

CMBIA: The Canadian Music & Broadcast Industry Awards, 6:15 p.m.:

            - Hosts: Steve Anthony & Melissa Grelo

           - Allan Waters Broadcast Lifetime Achievement Award and Canadian Music & Broadcast Industry Hall of Fame:           

                 Bill Evanov

            - Canadian Music & Broadcast Industry Hall of Fame:

                  Stephen Stohn, Randy Bachman and Fred Turner

            - Allan Slaight Humanitarian Spirit Award:

                 Sarah McLachlan

           - The Rosalie Award: Julie Adam, Vice-President of Programming and National Program Director of Rogers' Radio Division

            - Performance: Bachman & Turner, Sarah McLachlan

THURSDAY, MARCH 10^TH & FRIDAY, MARCH 11^TH

Spotlight on Southeast Asia & Focus On France

FRIDAY, MARCH 11^TH:            

Global Forum: International Breakfast, 8:50 a.m.:

- Keynote: Ellen Seidler

CRMA: The Canadian Radio Music Awards, 12:15 p.m.:

            - Host: Humble Howard  

             - Allan Waters Broadcast Lifetime Achievement Award and Canadian Music & Broadcast Industry Hall of Fame: David Marsden

            - Performances: Ash Koley, Down With Webster, Stef Lang, JRDN, and High Valley, Hollerado

The Man Behind Lady Gaga: An Interview w/ Troy Carter @ 3:45 p.m.

CHUM FANFEST, 7 p.m.: Win to get in

- Performances: Alyssa Reid, Jordan Knight, Natalia Kills, JRDN, Mia Martina, Neverest, Suzie McNeil, Fefe Dobson, Shawn Desman

FRIDAY, MARCH 11^TH & SATURDAY, MARCH 12^TH:

Music for the Screen Film Festival: Tiff Bell Lightbox

March 11^th:

    2:30 p.m.                     Pickin' And Grinnin'

- Johnny Dower in attendance.

    5:00 p.m.                     Go There Once, Be There Twice

                                          Sammy Hagar in attendance    

    6:45 p.m.                     Quadrophenia

    9:30 p.m.                     Tommy

March 12^th:

     1:00 p.m.                     Oil City Confidential

    3:30 p.m.                     Eatliz - Lose This Child

                                         An Island

     5:15 p.m.                     Beyond the Black Rainbow

- Director Panos Cosmatos in attendance.

     8:00 p.m.                     Cure For Pain: The Mark Sandman Story

- Director Rob Bralver will attend the screening to introduce the film and take questions.

    10:15 p.m.                   Year Of The Bone (L'Annee De L'os)

                                        Music

                                         Co-presented by Fusicology

- Oscar nominated directing duo Clyde Henry (MADAME TUTLI-PUTLI) in attendance

Tickets for the festival can be purchased here: https://tytix.tiff.net/scripts/max/10.17.40.32-39000/maxweb.exe

                

SATURDAY, MARCH 12^TH:

Songwriters' Summit

              Welcome: Paul Williams

The Kings and Queens of Songwriting: Songwriters' Circle: 12:15 p.m.

              - Randy Bachman, Emmylou Harris, Bob DiPiero, Gordie Sampson

Celebrity Interviews:

          - Melissa Etheridge @1:30 p.m.

• Sammy Hagar @2:45 p.m.,

                       @ 4 p.m. he will be signing copies of his new book RED at the Norris-Whitney Booth.

The 11^th Annual Independent Music Awards (“THE INDIES”), Doors: 7:00 p.m., Show: 8:00 p.m.:

          - Host: Jeff Leake

          - Performances by: Janelle Monae, Shad, Hollerado,

            Bombay Bicycle Club, Hannah Georgas & Desperate      

            Union

Visit www.cmw.net for prices & updates.

CANADIAN MUSIC FEST

Canadian Music Fest takes over 55 venues throughout downtown Toronto for five nights in March (9^th -13^th).  A part of Canadian Music Week (CMW), the festival features over 800 artists - from local to international - representing more than 25 countries.

Confirmed to date*:

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9^TH:

Sirius Satellite Radio presents the CMW Opening Party w/Finger 11, Frankie Whyte and the Dead Idols, Desperate Union, Breaching Vista

The Mod Club Theatre, 722 College Street

Doors: 7 p.m. Show: 8 p.m.

Tickets $29.50, online > all wristbands accepted.

102.1 The Edge and Blackberry Presents Mother Mother w/ Birds

of Tokyo, Whaletooth, Rococode

Phoenix Concert Theatre, 410 Sherbourne Street

Doors: 8 p.m. Show: 9 p.m.

Tickets $24.50, online >limited wristbands/passes accepted.

Bovine's 20^th Anniversary, presented by Jagermeister

Saigon Hookers, Darlings of Chelsea, Dead Messenger, This Drama & Organ Thieves

Bovine Sex Club, 542 Queen Street West

Doors: 8 p.m. Show: 9 p.m.

Tickets $10, online >all wristbands accepted.

Factor Breakthrough Series

Cardinal Chase, Michou, Eric Hutchinson, Behind Sapphire & To Tell

El Mocambo (Downstairs), 464 Spadina Avenue

Doors: 8 p.m.  Show: 9 p.m.

Tickets $15, online >all wristbands accepted.

Factor Breakthrough Series

The Wildbirds, The Coppertone, Darlingside, Shane Chisholm, Colin Moore

Dakota Tavern, 249 Ossington Avenue

Doors:  8:30 p.m.  Show: 9 p.m.

Tickets $10.00, online>all wristbands accepted

One Night Stage, presented by Taylor Mitsopulos Klein Oballa

Robyn DellUnto, Royal Canoe, Rex Goudie & more.

Rivoli, 334 Queen Street West

Doors: 8 p.m.  Show: 9 p.m.

Tickets $10 >all wristbands accepted.

Two Way Monologues Presents

Lordy Lordy, Go For the Eyes, Ryan Warner and The Moonlight Ride & Alcoholic Faith Mission

Randcho Relaxo, 300 College Street

Doors: 8 p.m. Show: 9 p.m.

Tickets $10, online > all wristbands accepted.

CMF and Embrace present Murs w/ Tabi Bonney, Whole Wheat Bread, Ab Soul and DJ Foundation

Wrongbar, 1279 Queen Street West

Doors: 7 p.m. Show: 7:30 p.m.

Tickets $16.50 > limited wristbands/passes accepted.

Proud FM presents Gentleman Reg w/Creature, Rouge, Chris Velan and Kevin Wong

Gladstone (North Ballroom) Hotel, 1214 Queen Street West

Doors: 7 p.m. Show: 7:30 p.m.

Tickets $12, online > all wristbands accepted.

CMF Opening party w/The Mark Inside, Make Your Exit, Future History, Little Black Dress and more

Lee's Palace, 529 Bloor Street West

Doors: 8 p.m. Show: 8:30 p.m.

Tickets $8, online > all wristbands accepted.

Dungeon Works Montreal presents Cryptopsy w/ Beneath The Massacre, Fatality + More

The Opera House, 735 Queen Street East > all wristbands accepted.

Doors: 5:30 p.m. Show: 6 p.m.

Tickets $25 > all wristbands accepted

Uniq Lifestyle & Z-List.com presents Kill the Noise w/ Matt Medley and Robot Bomb Shelter

Cobra, 510 King Street West

Doors: 10 p.m. Show: 10:00 p.m.

All wristbands accepted

Hummel Entertainment Presents Hey Romeo, Chris Assaad, Tenille & Dawson Reigns

Gibson Guitar Showroom, 1205 King Street West

Doors: 7:00 p.m. Show 7:30 p.m.

All wristbands accepted

THURSDAY, MARCH 10^TH:

Sirius Satellite Radio presents Land of Talk w/ Hollerado, Isis (of Thunderheist) Cadence Weapon & more.

The Opera House, 735 Queen Street East

Doors: 7:30 p.m. Show: 8:30 p.m.

Tickets $18, online > all ages, all wristbands accepted

102.1 The Edge and Blackberry presents USS w/ MEDI and Misteur Valaire.

Phoenix Concert Centre, 410 Sherbourne Street

Doors: 8 p.m. Show: 9 p.m.

Tickets $20, online > all wristbands accepted

Blackburn Radio presents CRASH KARMA w/ Age of Daze, Birthday Boys and more.

Mod Club Theatre, 720 College Street

Doors: 7 p.m. Show: 7:30 p.m.

Tickets $15, online > all wristbands accepted

Empire ISIS, Diana Salvatore, Five Alarm Funk + More

Comfort Zone, 480 Spadina Avenue

Doors: 8:30 p.m. Show: 9 p.m.

Tickets $10, online > all wristbands accepted

CBC Radio 2 presents Yukon Blonde, Memoryhouse, Young Empires and Prussia

The Great Hall, 1087 Queen Street West

Doors: 9 p.m. Show: 10 p.m.

Tickets $15, online > all wristbands accepted.

Speak of the Devil, Crooked Valentine, Tupper Ware Remix Party, Hunter City Madness, Trigger Effect

Annex Wreck Room, 764 Bathurst Street

Doors: 8 p.m. Show: 9 p.m.

Tickets $10, online > all wristbands accepted.

Neverending White Lights w/ Preachers Son, Venice Queen & Stone Parade + More!

Cherry Cola's Rock N'Rolla Cabaret, 200 Bathurst Street

Doors: 9:30 p.m. Show: 10 p.m.

All wristbands accepted.

Galapagos + YYZ Presents Chateau Marmont, Onra, Brandt Brauer Frick, Piper Davis & more.

Drake Underground, 1150 Queen Street West

Doors: 8 p.m. Show: 9 p.m.

All wristbands accepted.

Factor Breakthrough Series

Acres of Lions, Birds of Tokyo, The Parlotones, Amos the

Transparent, Wildlife & Freedom or Death

El Mocambo (Downstairs), 464 Spadina Avenue

Doors: 8 p.m. Show: 8:30 p.m.

Tickets $10 >all wristbands accepted.

CHARTattack Showcase w/ Zeus, Still Life Still, Rich Aucoin, Molly Rankin, Memphis, Modern Superstitions, & more

Horseshoe Tavern, 370 Queen Street West

Doors: 8 p.m. Show: 8:3E0 p.m.

All wristbands accepted.

The Untold City Presents Beekeepers Society, GROUNDERS, Heartbeat Hotel, THE DARCYS, The Russian Futurists, Silly Kissers & Topanga

Silver Dollar, 486 Spadina Avenue

Doors: 7 p.m. Show: 8 p.m.

Tickets $10, online > all wristbands accepted.

The Union and CMF present Young Galaxy with

Imaginary Cities, Miracle Fortress, Wilderness of Manitoba, These Electric Lives and more

Lee's Palace, 529 Bloor Street West > all wristbands accepted.

Doors: 8 p.m. Show: 8:30 p.m.

Tickets $16.50, online > all wristbands accepted.

Focus on France Showcase presented by UBI France

Noone, Marxs, Yeti Lane, Nineteenseventynine, Dub Inc,

Rivoli, 334 Queen Street West

Doors: 8 p.m.  Show: 9 p.m.

Tickets $10 >all wristbands accepted

Audio Blood Showcase

Sandman Viper Command, Huron, Brett Caswell & The Marquee Rose, Teenage Kicks and more

Sneaky Dee's, 431 College Street,

Doors: 8 p.m.  Show:  8:30 p.m.

Tickets $10, online > all wristbands accepted

The Agency Group Showcase

Ill Scarlett, Stereokid, Gloryhound, Texas Blood Money

Tattoo Rock Parlour, 567 Queen Street West

Doors 8 p.m.  Show: 9:00 p.m.

Tickets $10.00, online > all wristbands accepted

Canadian Indie Showcase Presented by Embrace & CMF

Ell V Gore, Little Girls, Metz, Austra, Monolithium

Wrongbar, 1279 Queen Street West

Doors: 8:30 p.m. Show: 9:00 p.m.

Tickets $10, online > all wristbands accepted

Factor Breakthrough Series

Bravestation, The High Dials, Wool on Wolves + more

Hard Luck, 812 Dundas Street West

Tickets $10, online > all wristbands accepted

Two Way Monologues Presents

AWOLNATION, Qualite Motel, Top Less Gay Tekno Party + More

Randcho Relaxo, 300 College Street

Doors: 8 p.m. Show: 9 p.m.

Tickets $10, online > all wristbands accepted

Special Surprise Guest! w/ Saidah Baba Talibah, Kidd Rasta and the Peacemakers, Asaf Avidan & the Mojos + More

Revival, 783 College Street

Doors: 8 p.m. Show: 8:20 p.m.

Tickets $10, online > all wristbands accepted

Crash Parallel & Ash Koley

The Ballroom, 145 John Street

Doors: 9 p.m. Show 9:30 p.m.

Tickets $10, online > all wristbands accepted

FRIDAY, MARCH 11:

Big Sugar w/Wide Mouth Mason, The Stanfields and Desperate Union

Sound Academy, 11 Polson Street

Doors: 8 p.m. Show: 8:30 p.m.

Tickets $25, online > all wristbands accepted.

CMF and Live Nation present Good Charlotte w/Forever the Sickest Kids, This Century and These Kids Wear Crowns

Phoenix Concert Theatre, 410 Sherbourne Street

Doors: 8 p.m. Show: 9 p.m.

Tickets $28, ticket master > all wristbands accepted.

Live Nation & CMF present Melissa Etheridge w/ Serena Ryder

Massey Hall, 178 Victoria Street

Doors: 7 p.m. Show: 8 p.m

Tickets $49.50, ticket master > limited wristbands/passes accepted.

Bovine's 20^th Anniversary, presented by Jagermeister

Protest The Hero, Monster Truck, Black Mastiff, The Pack A.D, Molten Lava, Voodoo Bunny

Bovine Sex Club, 542 Queen Street West

Doors: 8 p.m. Show: 9 p.m.

Tickets $10, online >all wristbands accepted.

Sirius Satellite Radio presents The Sadies w/very special secret headliner (To be announced March 9)

Mod Club Theatre, 720 College Street

Doors: 7 p.m. Show: 7:30 p.m.

Tickets $28, online > limited wristbands accepted.

J Mascis (of Dinosaur Jr.) w/ Kurt Vile & The Violators & more.

The Great Hall, 1087 Queen Street West

Doors: 9 p.m. Show: 10 p.m.

Tickets $27.50, online > limited wristbands/passes accepted.

Embrace & CMF present Middle Brother w/Deer Tick & Dawes (A Canadian debut Revue)

The Opera House, 735 Queen Street East

Doors: 9 p.m. Show: 10 p.m.

Tickets $18.50, online > all wristbands accepted.

Inertia & CMF present Genitorturers w/Tiger Star, Cloven Path Ministeries

Courthouse, 57 Adelaide Street East

Doors:  8 p.m.  Show:  9 p.m.

Tickets $16.00, online > all wristbands accepted

Factor Breakthrough Series w/ Trap Tiger, Black Phoenix Orchestra, Bella Clava, Little Foot Long Foot & Young Doctors in Love

Hard Luck, 812 Dundas Street West

Doors: 8 p.m. Show: 9 p.m.

Tickets $10, online > all wristbands accepted.

Track Avenue Showcase

Final Thought, Everlea, Colorsound, Calvin James and more

Hard Rock, 279 Yonge Street

Doors: 7 p.m. Show: 8:45 p.m.

All ages, all wristbands accepted.

Music BC Showcase

Humans, Top Less Gay Love Tekno Party, Treelines, Aidan Knight, Sun Wizard

Rivoli, 334 Queen Street West

Doors: 8 p.m.  Show: 9 p.m.

Tickets $10 > all wristbands accepted

Factor Breakthrough Series

Alcoholic Faith Mission, Grey Kingdom, Rob Moir, Racoon Bandit, Dave Hause, Seth Anderson

Dakota Tavern, 249 Ossington Avenue

Doors:  8:30 p.m.  Show: 9 p.m.

Tickets $10.00, online > all wristbands accepted

Buzz Factor Presented by The Great Escape & Dine Alone Records

Bombay Bicycle Club, Dinosaur Bones, The Jezabels, The Coppertone, Parlovr & Monster Truck

Leeís Palace, 529 Bloor Street West > all wristbands accepted.

Doors: 8 p.m. Show: 9 p.m.

Tickets $15, online > all wristbands accepted.

M for Montreal presents Franco @ CMW 2011

Misteur Valaire, Medi, Dub Inc, Monogrenade

El Mocambo (Downstairs), 464 Spadina Avenue

Doors 1 p.m.  Show:  2 p.m.

Delegates and wristbands only

XM and Bonsound present Quebec House

Les Breastfeeders, Random Recipe, Monogrenade, Amanita Bloom, Buddy McNeil and the Magic Mirrors

El Mocambo (Downstairs), 464 Spadina Avenue

Doors: 8 p.m.  Show: 8:30 p.m.

Tickets $10, online > all wristbands accepted.

Manitoba Music Showcase

Imaginary Cities, The Liptonians, Del Barber, Les Jupes, Hope Atlantic, Take me to the Pilot

The Garrison, 1197 Dundas Street West

Doors: 8 p.m. Show: 9 p.m.

Tickets $10, online > all wristbands accepted.

S.L Feldman & Associates Showcase

Bobby Bazini, Neverending White Lights, Stef Lang, Current Swell & more

Gladstone (North Ballroom) Hotel, 1214 Queen Street West

Doors: 7 p.m. Show: 7:00 p.m.

Tickets $10, online > all wristbands accepted.

White Girl Records/NeXT-at-CMW presents The Strumbellas, The Pinning, Catl, Invasions, Give Us The Daggers, Dirtymags

Silver Dollar, 486 Spadina Avenue

Doors: 8 p.m. Show: 9 p.m.

Tickets $10, online > all wristbands accepted.

Windish Agency Showcase

Esben and the Witch, Karkwa

Wrongbar, 1279 Queen Street West

Doors: 8:30 p.m. Show: 9:00 p.m.

Tickets $15.00 > all wristbands accepted

Much Music presents Justin Nozuka & San Sebastian

The Ballroom, 145 John Street

Doors: 8:00 p.m. Show: 8:30 p.m.

Tickets $10 > all wristbands accepted

Sean Kingston w/ U.G.O. Crew, Danny Fernandes

The Guvernment, 132 Queens Quay East

Doors: 9:00 p.m. Show: 9:30 p.m.

All ages, limited wristbands accepted

SATURDAY, MARCH 12:

The Indies w/ Janelle Monae, Shad, Hollerado, Bombay Bicycle Club, Hannah Georgas & Desperate Union

Fairmont Royal York Hotel (Canadian Room), 100 Front Street West

Doors: 7 p.m. Show: 8 p.m.

Tickets $30, online > all ages, all wristbands accepted.

The Indies After Party w/ Bonjay, DVAS, Candy Coated Killahz & more.

The Mod Club Sennheiser Lounge, 720 College Street

Doors 10 p.m.

Tickets available at the door > all wristbands accepted

The Union and CMF present Jay Electronica w/ Burnz N Hell.

Phoenix Concert Centre, 410 Sherbourne Street

Doors: 8 p.m. Show: 9 p.m.

Tickets $25, online > all wristbands accepted.

CMF and Live Nation present Buckcherry and Papa Roach w/My Darkest Days & Bleeker Ridge~

Sound Academy, 11 Polson Street

Doors: 7 p.m. Show: 8 p.m.

Tickets $32.50, ticket master > all wristbands accepted.

Jay Electronica w/ Burnz N Hell & Page

Phoenix Concert Theatre, 410 Sherbourne Street

Doors: 8:00 p.m. Show: 8:30 p.m.

Tickets $25.00, online > all wristbands accepted

Live Nation and CMF present Down with Webster w/ Sweet Thing & The Envy

Massey Hall, 178 Victoria Street

Doors: 7 p.m. Show: 8 p.m.

Tickets $29.50, ticket master > limited wristbands/passes accepted.

The Aussie BBQ

Hungry Kids of Hungary, Blue King Brown, Wagons, Drawn From Bees & more

Horseshoe Tavern, 370 Queen Street West

Doors at 12 p.m. (noon), show at 12:15 p.m.

Tickets $5.00 at the door, All wristbands accepted.

CHARTattack Showcase

Die Mannequin, KO, Inward Eye, Parlovr, Jakalope, Rah Rah & more

Horseshoe Tavern, 370 Queen Street West

Doors at 8 p.m., show at 8:30 p.m.

All wristbands accepted.

Electric Six w/Paper Lions, The Balconies, Mookie & The Loyalists and more

Leeís Palace, 529 Bloor Street West

Doors: 8 p.m. Show: 9 p.m.

Tickets $20, online > all wristbands accepted

Indie Punk Showcase, present by CMW/Embrace w/Ty Segall, Heavy Cream, Mockingbird Wish Me Luck, Teenanger & White Wires

Wrongbar, 1279 Queen Street West

Doors: 8:30 p.m. Show: 9:00 p.m.

Tickets $13.00 > limited wristbands/passes accepted.

KX96 Country Showcase

High Valley, Jo Hikk, The Stellas, Marshall Dane & more

1296 Queen Street West

Doors:  8:30 p.m.  Show:  9:00 p.m.

Tickets $10.00, online> all wristbands accepted

Ne-XT at CMF presents

The Zoobombs, Catl, The Mercy Now, Hands & Teeth, Mad Ones

Comfort Zone, 486 Spadina Avenue

Doors: 8 p.m. Show: 9 p.m.

Tickets $10, online > all wristbands accepted.

DAWG FM Blues Showcase

The Johnny Max Band, Treasa Levasseur, Jordan John and the Blues Angels, Bill Durst, 24^th Street Wailers

Comfort Zone, 486 Spadina Avenue

Doors: 5 p.m. Show: 5:30 p.m.

Tickets $10, online > all wristbands accepted.

The Union and CMF present MEN

Sneaky Deeís, 431 College Street,

Doors: 8 p.m.  Show:  8:30 p.m.

Tickets $15.00, online> all wristbands accepted

SUNDAY MARCH, 13^TH:

Janet Jackson Number Ones Up Close & Personal

Sony Centre for the Performing Arts

Doors: 7 p.m.

Tickets $85, ticket master > all ages

Katie Goes to Tokyo, Laura Jansen, Nate Daniels

Bread and Circus, 299 Augusta Avenue

Doors: 8 p.m. Show: 10 p.m.

All wristbands accepted.

Sadie Hell, Crimes in Paris, Azores, The Danger Bees and more

Rancho Relaxo, 300 College Street

Doors 8 p.m.  Show:  9:00 p.m.

Tickets $5.00, online > all wristbands accepted

Hotboxx Showcase

Chasing Even, Brent Buffan, All Daydreamers, The Change, Impulse, Army of Us & more

The Opera House, 735 Queen Street East

Doors: 7:00 p.m. Show: 8:00 p.m.

Tickets $20, online > all ages, all wristbands accepted.

The Schomberg Fair, The Pack A.D, The Dirty 9s, Rattail + More!

Horseshoe Tavern, 370 Queen Street West

Doors at 8 p.m., show at 8:30 p.m.

All wristbands accepted.

Modernboys Moderngirls, Future History, The Cheap Speakers & more

Hard Luck, 812 Dundas Street West

Doors: 8 p.m. Show: 9 p.m.

Tickets $5.00, online > all wristbands accepted.

Bovine's 20^th Anniversary closing party, presented by Jagermeister

So Sick Social Club, Promonium Jesters, DJ Fathom, St Mandrew & more (Hosted by Isis of Thunderheist)

Bovine Sex Club, 542 Queen Street West

Doors: 8 p.m. Show: 9 p.m.

Free before midnight, $10.00 after >all wristbands accepted.

For a complete list of artists and show details, visit the Canadian Music Fest website  http://www.canadianmusicfest.com/. All Canadian Music Fest shows are accessible to holders of a Canadian Music Fest wristband. Certain restrictions on some shows may apply. Entry to all shows is subject to capacity.  All shows are 19 and over - unless stated all ages.

Schedule is subject to change. The schedule will be updated frequently - so check the site often for up-to-the-minute information and announcements.

Canadian Music Fest wristbands can be purchased by visiting the Canadian Music Fest website at http://www.canadianmusicfest.com/ or in person at Rotate This and Soundscapes.  Individual tickets for certain shows are available at Ticketmaster http://www.ticketmaster.ca/ or 1.855.985.5000 to charge by phone.

Canadian Music Week is Canada's leading annual entertainment event dedicated to the expression and growth of the country's music, media and entertainment industries.~ Combining four information-intensive conferences; a trade exposition; a film festival; four awards shows and the nation's largest New Music Festival - Canadian Music Fest - CMW spans a five-day period from March 9 to March 13, 2011 at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel and various downtown Toronto venues, attracting participants from across the globe. ~For more information, visit http://www.cmw.net/.

For Canadian Music Week information, please contact:

Planet3 Communications: Piera Savage/Joanne Smale/Jennyfer Sanchez

T: 647.346.4101 E: http://www.blogger.com/mc/compose?to=info@planet3com.net

Bessie Bullard - Communications Director

T: 905.858.4747 E: http://www.blogger.com/mc/compose?to=bessie@cmw.net