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A celebration of what would have been the 80^th birthday of the legendary Robert Nesta Marley.

Nagata Shachu’s season’s finale concert featuring a collaboration with Haneum and Eunji Kim.

ASC2NT is coming to Canada for the very first time this November! Get ready to experience an unforgettable tour filled with electrifying performances, incredible music, and memories that will last a lifetime!

Maurice Gordon and his group Pimento Groove, along with guest singer Mel Dube and poet and writer Mello Ayo, will take you on an exciting and rhythmic journey through songs, stories and wisdom, all wrapped in the rich tapestry of Jamaican language and culture that is synonymous with Miss Lou.  Be a part of this […]

Embark on a musical journey with Jacob’s Ladder, a visionary band reshaping the landscape of contemporary Jewish music fused with traditional American Roots. Based in Boston, their captivating debut album, Beit El, is a testament to their innovative spirit, blending Eastern European Ashkenazic and Sephardic Jewish traditions with the heartfelt rhythms of rock, WestAfrican beats, […]

Led by multi-instrumentalist Eyal El Wahab, El Khat performs on custom, homemade “junkyard” band instruments to create mesmerizing, otherworldly, retro-futurist sounds rooted simultaneously in tradition and modernity. This innovative concert, drawing influence from Yemeni folk and pop records of the 1960s, is not to be missed!

An epic program of Yiddish big band arrangements created by Roman Britschgi and Andreas Pranzl for the one and only Josh “Socalled” Dolgin. The program is performed with the 19-piece Toronto Jazz Orchestra under Josh Grossman’s direction, which was initially premiered in North America by Ashkenaz in 2021.

Big riddim! Soca songstress Nailah Blackman and international producer DJ Power bring the heat this Island Soul for an evening of whining all night long! 

In collaboration with Jade Music Fest, ¡Sinophone! presents three sets of artists. Taiwanese band Lilium blends traditional beiguan and nanguan music with contemporary rock. JUNO Award-winning Jacq Teh shows off her jazz background with a tribute to her grandfather and Teresa Teng. Singer-songwriter Chynna Lewis writes from her soul, sharing stories of her experiences as […]

Award-winning flutist and bansuri player Lara Wong and flamenco guitarist Melón Jiménez make flamenco their universal musical language to traverse musical territories. Their music ebbs and flows with elegance and expressive power as they fuse the soul of flamenco with the inventive spirit of jazz and the rhythmic improvisations of Indian music. In a dynamic […]

The soul of the Saisiyat is not just a symbol of cultural identity. It is a responsibility and a weight to carry. It is something passed down through traditional dances, songs and rituals. It expresses the body and is deeply connected with mythology, nature and community, reflecting the harmony and dialogue between man and nature […]

Becoming Me combines music from Taiwan, Spain and worldwide. Inspired by the energetic music of flamenco dance and the nostalgic melodies of Hokkien music, this annual opening concert invites everyone to join us on a journey of cross-cultural exploration. Maestro Ken Hsieh and the TAIWANfest Orchestra bring more than 40 local musicians to Harbourfront Centre’s […]

Loved for his sultry soul performances, Sean Jones and his band, The Righteous Echo, are bringing audiences an unforgettable night of summer music. Celebrating 50 years of R&B with the nostalgic sounds of the ‘60s to the ‘00s, the show will also mix original compositions and beloved old-school hits. Joining him are Grammy-nominated and JUNO […]

Experience the electrifying energy of the Vocal Groove Collective! This dynamic ensemble delivers a diverse mix of singing, drama and upbeat dance hits, with the sensational A+ Dance Team ensuring audiences will get up on their feet and move. Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration of music and movement! 

Mzee Watmon Amone has mastered various traditional instruments: the nanga, adungu, flute, lukeme, larakaraka and bwola drums, performing globally. Joined by his son, MC Ojegele, they bring their rich heritage from northern Uganda to Toronto. Presented by Batuki Music Society, co-produced by Harbourfront Centre. 

Empress Nyiringango is an Ottawa-based Rwandan singer/songwriter with a message of faith, resilience, and healing. Her philosophy is to celebrate Canadian diversity and coexist respectfully in the healing journey of fellow immigrants who fled war and all forms of atrocities. Her music uplifts and raises awareness of the impact of cultural heritage. On stage, she […]

Born into the life of a child soldier in the war-torn region of Southern Sudan on an unknown date, Emmanuel Jal managed to survive and emerge as a recording artist, achieving worldwide acclaim for his unique style of hip-hop and Afro-pop with its message of peace and reconciliation. That message has carried through all of […]

Sia Tolno is an award-winning touring and recording artist, vocalist and songwriter from Guinea/Sierra Leone, steeped in Afrobeat, Afro-blues, Manding and Soukous styles of African popular music. With lyrics infused with her stories of triumphing over war, exile and migration, Tolno weaves a powerful performance on stage. Presented by Batuki Music Society, co-produced by Harbourfront […]

OCPA’s Calypso Stars Showcase is the organization’s annual contribution to Harbourfront Centre’s Island Soul Festival. The showcase features veteran and upcoming Canadian calypsonians who perform their original material or cover versions of calypso standards by international artists. The cast for the showcase includes the current Canadian calypso monarch and finalists from OCPA’s annual competition. This […]

Celebrate the music of Harry Belafonte with the seven-piece band, Pimento Soul, featuring the most famous music recorded by Belafonte while giving thanks for the life of the late great humanitarian and civil rights activist. The evening will take you on a journey through the Jamaican folk and Calypso music he recorded. The audience can […]

JUNO Award nominee, music producer and band leader of The Jay Douglas All-Star band, Jay Douglas performs at Island Soul, bringing his reggae rhythms to the stage. From his roots in Montego Bay, Jamaica, to his dynamic performances across the globe, his soulful voice and energetic stage presence make him a standout in the reggae […]

Jamaican singer and songwriter Etana returns for a live outdoor performance on the Concert Stage. Bringing her trademark soul-soaked sounds and honey-laced vocals, she will play a setlist of her reggae fan favourites infused with R&B.

A performance by EverythingOShauN accompanied by his three-piece band and cultural dancers. Blending influences from his Jamaican and Nigerian heritage with the Toronto sound, EverythingOShauN creates bold, melodic music that has captivated a global audience. Don’t miss this dynamic artist known for hits like “Come and See” and “Load MGMT” in an unforgettable evening of […]

Nicknamed the “Dancehall Godfather,” Johnny Osbourne is a living legend known for his classic hits “Buddy Bye,” “Ice Cream Love” and “Water Pumping.” This summer, he’s bringing his best Jamaican reggae and dancehall to Island Soul for a night of rhythm and soul.