Friday November 29th, 2019

(This Interview is also on SoundCloud  https://tinyurl.com/uywxjv5  )

One of the largest Christmas celebrations in Toronto is taking place at Nathan Phillips Square this Saturday November 30th, 2019,. Rudy Blair Entertainment Media  rudyblairmedia.com  speaks with   Robert Kerr  https://ca.linkedin.com/in/robert-l-kerr-439a8042  Programming Supervisor, City Cultural Events at City of Toronto about  the 53rd annual Cavalcade Of Lights https://www.toronto.ca/business-economy/partnerships-sponsorships-donations/sponsor/major-festivals-events/cavalcade-of-lights/ about some of the holiday fun including musical performances, a DJ skating party, spectacular fireworks display and the lighting of one of the tallest Christmas trees in Toronto.

(Enjoy Cavalcade of Lights 2019  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ekLu2Bhq0UU )

Friday November 29th, 2019

The 2019 CANADA’S WALK OF FAME AWARDS  https://www.canadaswalkoffame.com took place Saturday, November 23 at Toronto’s Metro Toronto Convention Centre https://www.mtccc.com  . This years inductees include Will Arnett(Arts and Entertainment) , Mark Messier (Sports and Athletics) , Jim Treliving (Business and Entrepreneurship), Frank Gehry (Science, Technology and Innovation), Cindy Klassen (Sports and Athletics) , Triumph (Arts and Entertainment)  ,Dr. James Naismith (Science, Technology and Innovation) and Mr. DressupErnie Coombs (Legend Inductee) along with Allan Slaight Music Impact Honouree, Alessia Cara . The  broadcast of CWOF 2019 will air December 2019 on CTV https://www.ctv.ca/Home . Rudy Blair Entertainment Media rudyblairmedia.com  was on the red carpet to speak with the honourees and celebrities including Children Performing Duo Sharon and Bram https://www.sharonandbram.com  , Four-time World Champion Canadian figure skater Kurt Browning https://tinyurl.com/vz4qj6e& the grandchildren of Mr. Dressup Ernie Coombs  on his Induction into CWOF.

Thursday November 28th, 2019

(This interview is also on SoundCloud  https://tinyurl.com/tah269d )

The Salvation Army  https://tinyurl.com/th3frcfis bringing Christmas to the the heart of Toronto Yonge Dundas Square https://tinyurl.com/v7cabtz   (1 Dundas St. East, Toronto) tomorrow evening starting at 5:30pm (Friday, November 29, 2019) and hosted by Juno award winning R&B artist Dru https://twitter.com/drugrange?lang=en .    Rudy Blair Entertainment Media  rudyblairmedia.com  speaks with Major Rob Kerr https://twitter.com/robert_kerr?lang=en  of the Salvation Army to speak about tomorrows free family event  Christmas in the Square w the Salvation Army  that includes musical performances, guest appearances, pizza, donuts, hot chocolate and the official kick off to their 24th anniversary of the CTV Toy Mountain Campaign  https://tinyurl.com/vsyxo4u& their “Christmas Kettle Campaign”  https://salvationarmy.ca/christmas-kettles/ .

Thursday November 28th, 2019

The Canadian Songwriters Hall Of Fame https://www.cshf.ca  inducted six songs that defined Toronto through the 60’s, 70’s, and the 80’s.  The six iconic songs were the ‘60s: Soul classic “Opportunity” (Mandala), and Groovy hit “I Would Be the One” (Kensington Market); ‘70s rock ballad “(Make Me Do) Anything You Want” (A Foot in Coldwater) and sci-fi inspired hit “Calling Occupants of Interplanetary Craft” (Klaatu); and the ‘80’s equality anthem “Rise Up” (Parachute Club) and 30^th anniversary of “Let Your Backbone Slide” performed by Maestro Fresh Wes. The induction and concert took place at Toronto’s Phoenix Concert Theatre (410 Sherbourne St) phoenix concert theatre where Rudy Blair Entertainment Media  rudyblairmedia.com  was backstage to speak with the inductees including Lynne Fernie, Lorraine Segato https://www.lorrainesegato.com  & Julie Masi  https://www.instagram.com/masijulie/  of The Parachute Club on their inducted singe  Rise Up https://tinyurl.com/ryl26zb 

Thursday November 28th, 2019

The 2019 CANADA’S WALK OF FAME AWARDS  https://www.canadaswalkoffame.com took place Saturday, November 23 at Toronto’s Metro Toronto Convention Centre https://www.mtccc.com  . This years inductees include Will Arnett(Arts and Entertainment) , Mark Messier (Sports and Athletics) , Jim Treliving (Business and Entrepreneurship), Frank Gehry (Science, Technology and Innovation), Cindy Klassen (Sports and Athletics) , Triumph (Arts and Entertainment)  ,Dr. James Naismith (Science, Technology and Innovation) and Mr. DressupErnie Coombs (Legend Inductee) along with Allan Slaight Music Impact Honouree, Alessia Cara . The  broadcast of CWOF 2019 will air December 2019 on CTV https://www.ctv.ca/Home . Rudy Blair Entertainment Media rudyblairmedia.com  was on the red carpet to speak with the honourees and celebrities including Juno Award nominee Ammoye  http://ammoyemusic.com  who would be performing during the induction of Triumph (Arts and Entertainment)  and past Inductee Andy Kim about his upcoming holiday concert fundraiser Andy Kim Christmas https://tinyurl.com/uyy7465 

THE 15th ANNUAL ANDY KIM CHRISTMAS SHOW with Tracey Ullman, Ron Sexsmith, Sloan, Bif Naked, Men Without Hats, Crash Test Dummies, Jane Siberry, Lorraine Segato of The Parachute Club, Jake Clemons, Jessica Mitchell with Tim Hicks WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2019 QUEEN ELIZABETH THEATRE – TORONTO
Doors: 7:00PM Show: 8:00PM
TICKETS ON SALE NOW
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All Ages / Reserved Seating

Friday November 29th, 2019

For the first time, the place known for over 200 rides, Canada’s Wonderland is open for the holiday season with Winterfest  https://tinyurl.com/vnxolul . Rudy Blair Entertainment Media  rudyblairmedia.com  speaks with Grace Peacock https://twitter.com/GracePeacock , Director of Communications at Canada’s Wonderland about some of the new winter attractions including Ice Skating, Charlie Brown’s Christmas Town, Cool Yule Christmas, Christmas Market & Santa Claus.  

Wednesday November 27th, 2019

The 2019 CANADA’S WALK OF FAME AWARDS  https://www.canadaswalkoffame.com took place Saturday, November 23 at Toronto’s Metro Toronto Convention Centre https://www.mtccc.com  . This years inductees include Will Arnett(Arts and Entertainment) , Mark Messier (Sports and Athletics) , Jim Treliving (Business and Entrepreneurship), Frank Gehry (Science, Technology and Innovation), Cindy Klassen (Sports and Athletics) , Triumph (Arts and Entertainment)  ,Dr. James Naismith (Science, Technology and Innovation) and Mr. DressupErnie Coombs (Legend Inductee) along with Allan Slaight Music Impact Honouree, Alessia Cara . The  broadcast of CWOF 2019 will air December 2019 on CTV https://www.ctv.ca/Home . Rudy Blair Entertainment Media rudyblairmedia.com  was on the red carpet to speak with the honourees and celebrities including Inductee  six-time medallist long track speed skater Cindy Klassen (Sports and Athletics) https://tinyurl.com/txz4eyk  about her honour and a future family member. 

Wednesday November 27th, 2019

The Canadian Songwriters Hall Of Fame https://www.cshf.ca  inducted six songs that defined Toronto through the 60’s, 70’s, and the 80’s.  The six iconic songs were the ‘60s: Soul classic “Opportunity” (Mandala), and Groovy hit “I Would Be the One” (Kensington Market); ‘70s rock ballad “(Make Me Do) Anything You Want” (A Foot in Coldwater) and sci-fi inspired hit “Calling Occupants of Interplanetary Craft” (Klaatu); and the ‘80’s equality anthem “Rise Up” (Parachute Club) and 30^th anniversary of “Let Your Backbone Slide” performed by Maestro Fresh Wes. The induction and concert took place at Toronto’s Phoenix Concert Theatre (410 Sherbourne St) phoenix concert theatre where Rudy Blair Entertainment Media  rudyblairmedia.com  was backstage to speak with the inductees including Alex Machin, Danny Taylor & Hughie Leggat of the band A Foot in Coldwater on their song inducted into CSHOF (Make Me Do) Anything You Want  https://tinyurl.com/tnh6tdy   .  

Wednesday November 27th, 2019

(This Interview is also on  SoundCloud https://tinyurl.com/sqrx4wy   )

The music of one of the greatest bands of all time “The Beatles”  will be celebrated in Toronto as their music and story will be told in a live concert at Meridian Hall  https://tinyurl.com/s9ydngs  (formerly Sony Centre) 1 Front St E, Saturday December 7th, 2019.  Rudy Blair Entertainment Media  rudyblairmedia.com  speaks with Producer, Manager and Musician Frank Zirone  https://tinyurl.com/ra2ay4xabout …Ones – The Beatles #1  https://twitter.com/ones_show   

All You Need Is Love – ONES – Beatles #1 Hits  https://tinyurl.com/ul8qcqr 

Tuesday November 26th, 2019

The Canadian Songwriters Hall Of Fame inducted six songs that defined Toronto through the 60’s, 70’s, and the 80’s.  The six iconic songs were the ‘60s: Soul classic “Opportunity” (Mandala), and Groovy hit “I Would Be the One” (Kensington Market); ‘70s rock ballad “(Make Me Do) Anything You Want” (A Foot in Coldwater) and sci-fi inspired hit “Calling Occupants of Interplanetary Craft” (Klaatu); and the ‘80’s equality anthem “Rise Up” (Parachute Club) and 30^th anniversary of “Let Your Backbone Slide” performed by Maestro Fresh Wes. The induction and concert took place at Toronto’s Phoenix Concert Theatre (410 Sherbourne St) where Rudy Blair Entertainment Media  rudyblairmedia.com  was backstage to speak with the inductees including Keith McKie & Luke Gibson of the band Kensington Market on their song inducted into CSHOF I Would Be The One https://tinyurl.com/wpscuda  .