LOCH ONTARIO
6.00
Rooted in Toronto, on the shores of Lake Ontario, Andy Sharp, Billy Boulet, and Chris Murray are making their own brew of Scottish, Irish, Cape Breton, Québec and Breton trad music. Andy, hailing from Ireland and Scotland, depending on which side of his family he is speaking about, brings in the folk element and the main singing voice of the group, as well as the guitar accompaniment. Billy, all the way from Abitibi in North Western Québec, the piper of the group, cracks the Scottish traditions of the Highlands and Lowlands on Bagpipes and Smallpipes, and is not shy to weave Uilleann Pipes, Whistles and Harmonicas into the mix, along with a good dose of foot tapping and chansons à répondre. Chris, a reel traveler fiddler, grew up all over Canada and gives us a taste of the Cape Breton tradition, he always prefers to sing his songs in their purest forms. Together, they are Loch Ontario.
KARISIK KASET
8.30
Introducing Toronto’s very own Karisik Kaset! Karisik Kaset, meaning “Mixed Tape” in Turkish, was founded in 2021, quickly becoming a prominent fixture in the city's Turkish music scene. Renowned for their sold-out event series, including the Acoustic Loft and Late Night, they've been treating audiences to the beauty of Turkish music in unique and intimate settings.
At the heart of Karisik Kaset's music is a belief in the power of music to transcend boundaries and foster connections. Their performances offer a welcoming space where people from all walks of life can come together, united by a shared appreciation for the universal language of music.
From captivating covers spanning the 60s to today, Karisik Kaset creates a multicultural and welcoming space for everyone. With every performance, they invite audiences on a journey through the rich tapestry of Turkish music, infusing each song with authenticity, soulfulness, and a profound connection to their heritage.
Driven by their love for music and dedication to excellence, Karisik Kaset ensures a memorable and immersive musical experience for all, blending traditional and modern sounds in their eclectic mix. Join them as they continue to spread the joy of Turkish music and celebrate the power of community through their vibrant performances.
15$ cover after 10pm, with all proceeds going directly to the musicians performing.
SYCA
11.30
SYCA is an energetic musical ensemble born in Toronto on a mission to revive the harmonic combination of oriental and Eastern music with jazz and funk music in an immersive journey through cultural fusion. Their music, a celebration of diversity, resonates with the city's multicultural pulse, inviting audiences into a rhythmic odyssey that blurs cultural boundaries. With each performance, they weave a soulful narrative that unites traditions, creating a vibrant canvas where East meets West in a captivating celebration of unity. Prepare for an infectious blend of rhythms and melodies that transcend borders, inviting all to experience the universal language of harmony in their mesmerizing music.
ORGANITRONICO
2.30
Organitronico mix acoustic instruments with electronic effects to create an epic high energy musical journey throughout various parts of the globe. While they do attempt to represent a taste of Drom's entire programming, this group is specifically curated for the "madness" of the 2:30am time slot. Members include veterans of the Toronto Global music scene. Max Senitt - on drums, and Jeronimo Acuña on guitar, with special guest, Kae Murphy on surprise instruments.