July 30.10 Posted by: 1 LOVE T.O. Categories: Community, Various
Here’s another cool clip from Robert Fisher showcasing “A Summer Night In Dundas Square”.
Previously: Toronto Sunrise Timelapse
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July 30.10 Posted by: Bryan Brock Categories: Music, Various
As promised, the video for “Blue Lines” by T.O.’s own Styrofoam Ones. Enjoy!
Directed by Ante Kovac.
Previously: Styrofoam Ones – “Blue Lines”
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July 29.10 Posted by: Bryan Brock Categories: Music, Various
This is classic!
Previously: Nardwuar vs. Kid Cudi
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July 29.10 Posted by: 1 LOVE T.O. Categories: Community, Culture, Music, Style, Various
Toronto’s Caribana Festival is this weekend, so we decided to show love to those that help make Caribana a world-class event every year! If you have Facebook, we encourage you to CLICK on the image that represents where you’re from, and save it as your profile picture for the weekend!
Previously: 1 LOVE T.O. x Trinidad
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July 28.10 Posted by: 1 LOVE T.O. Categories: Community, Culture, Various
Earlier this month we left Toronto and made our way to Jamaica for our friends (Tyson & Tania) wedding. Needless to say, we had an incredible time at arguably one of the best weddings ever. Imagine having all your friends in one place, celebrating every day and night for a week straight. The love and positivity was overwhelming from both friends and family, as well as from those who lived in Jamaica (the original home of Bob Marley’s 1 LOVE).
With the help of the groom, we decided to make limited edition 1 LOVE T.O. white on white t-shirts as gifts for everyone who attended. There are so many pics from the wedding, but we’ve picked just a few key shots for you to see, enjoy!
Photos by Will.
Congratulations Tyson & Tania!
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July 28.10 Posted by: 1 LOVE T.O. Categories: Community, Various
The Hogtown Project is a book written by Nadine Dolly and photographed by Kristie Macor. It’s a book that explores Toronto over the course of three years, complete with photos, stories and interesting interviews. The idea behind the Hogtown Project is to show a Toronto that you never knew. It’s available at Book City in the Annex.
Who knows, we might end up with a 1 LOVE T.O. book one day…
To read an interview on The Hogtown Project by Jasmeet Sidhu for The Toronto Star, CLICK HERE.
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July 27.10 Posted by: Bryan Brock Categories: Music, Various
Toronto’s Barenaked Ladies are still releasing great Canadian rock with their latest video for “Every Subway Car”.
Who remembers the hit singles “If I Had A Million Dollars”, and “Brian Wilson” just to name a few?
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July 27.10 Posted by: 1 LOVE T.O. Categories: Community, Style, Various
Greetings Toronto!
Firstly, the 1 LOVE T.O. team would like to thank all of our supporters because without you we could not have reached such amazing places as Egypt, Australia, 2010 Olympics, Japan, Trinidad Carnival and much more! With your help we are bringing a piece of Toronto to the rest of the world – thank you.
Whether you’re giving a t-shirt to a visitor, taking it aboard or wearing it here at home…
You are invited to join us for Part 3 of our “POP-UP SHOP” series. Just in time for Caribana weekend and OVO Fest.
Thursday July 29th @ Revival 783 College St West. 5-10pm.
T-Shirt Options: White/Black shirts with: Red, Blue, or Purple hearts available in both Mens/Women’s. Black on Black will also be available along with our BRAND NEW White-on-White. (SIZES: Mens S – XL, Women’s S – L)
Please be advised that there are no pre-orders, so first-come, first-served!
We’ll see you Thursday!
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July 26.10 Posted by: Bryan Brock Categories: Culture, Music, Style, Various
Here’s a clip of T.O.’s own b-boy Jazzy Jester breakin’ it down to DJ Marmalade’s track called “The Solution”.
Let us know what you think?
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July 26.10 Posted by: 1 LOVE T.O. Categories: Various
Founded in March 2007, Tribal Rhythm Nation has been supporting and representing Toronto FC soccer since day one. TRN is an official Toronto FC supporters club with 900+ members worldwide. TRN is truly multi-cultural, representing the African, Caribbean and Latin communities in Toronto. Calling section 118 home, TRN utilizes the drum in its many forms to cheer for Toronto FC, TRNs beats, rhythms and chants have proven to be an important part of the experience at Toronto FC games. Now in its 4th year, TRN has grown into a sports organization, operating competitive soccer teams and contributing to the community and the development of soccer by working with youth soccer teams in high-risk neighborhoods. Providing guidance and teaching life skills along with supporting player development. TRN also works with and contributes to numerous charitable organizations including the Caribbean Childrens Foundation, SOS Children’s Villages Canada and the Childhood Cancer Foundation.
1 LOVE T.O. and Tribal Rhythm Nation have teamed up to give you the chance to experience the game of soccer, live in Toronto this Tuesday, July 27th at BMO Field.
All you have to do for your chance to win is leave a comment telling us why you’re the BIGGEST Toronto FC fan?!
Prize Pack Includes:
- 2 tix to Toronto FC vs CD Montegra (This Tuesday, July 27th)
- 2 TRN T-shirts, stickers, and flag
- 2 1 LOVE T.O. T-shirts, and pins
Previously: Toronto FC Home Opener Tonight!
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July 24.10 Posted by: Bryan Brock Categories: Music, Various
Broad Way Sleep’s new single, “Shy & Out of Season” speaks to the internal tug-of-wars people face every day: fashion vs. function, conservation vs. convenience, passion vs. commerce. The song was penned by Robert Bolton (Arowbe), who also handles lead vocals with Sarah Shafey. Music written by Ralph Joseph and Alexander.
“Shy and Out of Season”
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Artwork by Ilona Fiddy and Christine Mangosing for CMANGO DESIGN.
Previously: Broad Way Sleep – “Too Late”
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July 23.10 Posted by: 1 LOVE T.O. Categories: Community, Various
Hellloooo 1 LOVE T.O.!
You don’t know me but we have mutual acquaintances and dear homays. So… why am i taking time out of this day when i should be studying for finals, and sending you this note?
Just to say – thank you – for all the positive projects and things you guys have been doing in communities across the GTA. I’m sure you hear how various programs you run or promote affect many lives on the daily… but to have it reiterated and the formula broken down is nicer.
Being from Zimbabwe and having lived in Toronto for 10 years now i love that our city’s communities are made up of fellow diaspora members along with people from literally all across the globe.
The positive things you guys do trickle their way down into communities across the world. The differences you make in the lives of our youth do eventually transcend global boundaries as these kids’ successful ventures find their way to both their home countries as well as various communities across the world… ultimately benefiting not only our city but the entire global village.
So yeah… you make big things happen.
Eventually through my chosen field and educational endeavors I will travel and represent various NGO’s in grasssroots projects to promote sustainable development and promote compatible cultural development projects, (my own small way of making a difference).
Through your way though, you inspire youths and our peoples individual capacity to aspire. There’s nothing greater than showing people that boundaries can be broken and the infinite possibilities that exist when they just aspire to excel, believe in opportunity and capability and most importantly; are presented with platforms to launch their individual capacities to aspire.
In our world where material capital drives our daily lives, we need as much investment in our most important and often, undermined social capital; as much investment as we can get.
From T.O. to the global village… ya’ll are doing that, literally!
All power and success in all your future projects. We’re watching, supporting, and very proud.
I would encourage everyone to support whether its attending your workshops, events or simply buying a t-shirt. Ultimately it’s a small investment with a return that’s so much bigger than just you and I.
Sincerely.
Nikki
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July 23.10 Posted by: Bryan Brock Categories: Various
Last week the Ketel One National Bar Chef Competition took place in Toronto at one of our favorite places – Barchef. Finalists from across Canada competed in one final round of mixology to determine who could create the best cocktail. With ingredients like Tabacco-Infused Navan, Quince Vinegar, yuzu fruit, and Sichuan Butto you could imagine how creative the competition got. In the end, Vancouver’s own David Wolowidnyk’s “Sichuan Punch” won over the judges’ palates naming him this year’s BarChef champion.
Previously: Barchef
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July 22.10 Posted by: Bryan Brock Categories: Music, Various
We wanted to officially share the single “Blue Lines” with you. It’s off Styrofoam Ones‘ current self-titled EP which is available on iTunes HERE. Right now the band is gearing up for the new record by soaking up some Toronto summer and writing. In the fall they’re hitting the studio with producer Jon Drew (Tokyo Police Club, Fucked Up) to record a full length set for release in 2011.
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The video for “Blue Lines” was directed by Ante Kovac and was shot in Toronto, it’s coming soon…
Photo by TakeMorePhotos.
Previously: Canadian Music Fest x Styrofoam Ones, Styrofoam Ones – Beats, Breaks & Culture, Styrofoam Ones
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July 22.10 Posted by: 1 LOVE T.O. Categories: Art, Community, Culture, Music, Style, Various
If your idea of Canada is dominated by maple syrup, hockey, flannel shirts or the G-20 Summit, it’s time to discover Toronto as the new “Capital of Cool.”
Toronto boasts a population of five million people, 200 ethnic groups and 130 languages. Each year the city absorbs approximately 50,000 immigrants, making it Canada’s largest city and surprisingly one of the most culturally diverse communities in North America.
Although the Toronto skyline is dotted with a dizzying array of towering glass residential developments, it is the renewal of the once dodgy but now trendy West Queen, Ossington and King West neighborhoods that have visitors buzzing about the galleries, custom clothing boutiques, restaurants and specialty stores. As a reference consider these districts to be Toronto’s Brooklyn.
To read the entire article by Lauri Lyons for The Huffington Post, CLICK HERE.
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