This Week's Recommended Concerts

Maybe you're just visiting. Maybe you're new in town. Or maybe you're just overwhelmed by choice. Let our trusted guides recommend some bands to see in Toronto this week.

Around the Corner

CIUT 89.5 FM is Toronto's bastion of independent radio. Around The Corner covers the local music scene like no other show in the city. Live-music lovers check out Toronto’s local shows, interview performing artists and give a recount of the atmosphere, performances and music played at each show. Listen at 89.5 FM or online at CIUT.FM

ATC Picks

Thursday, July 3rd
  • Venue: LOLA
  • Bands: 1-String Punk, Deposed
Friday, July 4th
  • Venue: Bar Dystopia
  • Bands: Kicksie, Angel Hair no 12, Bug Crush, earth2tiffany
  • Venue: USW Hall
  • Bands: Friction, The Sissy Boys, Real World, Pluto's Kiss
Lonesome City Country Club

DJ Barry Spritzer is a seasoned country and western crate digger who specializes in honky tonk head-nodders, saloon scorchers, and boot-scootin’ burners. He's head honcho at the Lonesome City Country Club, promoting and preserving the twangy side of Toronto. Each week Barry sets a trail for roots and country music lovers.

Lonesome City Picks

Thursday, July 3rd
Saturday, July 5th
  • Venue: Low Bar
  • Bands: (mat) Zack Burgess, Sam Nease
Monday, July 7th
Tuesday, July 8th
Wednesday, July 9th