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Side-by-side display of the official artwork for the Tona singles Dangerous and FRFR.

Music

Tona Enlists Adam Bomb and Skyzoo for “Dangerous” and “FRFR”

TLDR: Tona launches Chrome Maxell with two Roho-produced singles, “Dangerous” featuring Adam Bomb and the Skyzoo-assisted “FRFR,” setting a focused tone for the upcoming...

Johnny MazarattiFebruary 17, 2026

Group photo from the Sayzee photoshoot for the Two Way Mirror album.

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Two Way Mirror: Canadians Sayzee and KNG Bondalero Team Up For Album

TLDR: Sayzee and KNG Bondalero’s Two Way Mirror is a self-produced, 12-track album that hits with gritty drums, raw lyricism, and unapologetic underground energy....

ArtificialThotsMay 1, 2025

A group photo to honour Bishop Brigante at his funeral service.

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Hundreds Gather to Honour Bishop Brigante in Hamilton

TLDR: Hundreds gathered to honour Canadian hip-hop icon Bishop Brigante at his funeral service in Hamilton, Ontario, with major artists from across North America...

Dutch UnkleApril 14, 2025

Official artwork for the H.O.T.C. album by TONA

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TONA enlists Adam Bomb, Daniel Son and More for H.O.T.C.

TLDR: The latest album from Toronto rapper TONA, H.O.T.C. (Henny On The Congregation), is available on Bandcamp and features collaborations with top talents like...

@HipHopCanadaDecember 13, 2024

Artwork for OWTS (On With The Show) by Tona, produced by Kardinal Offishall.

Music

OWTS: Tona Drops Kardinal Offishall-Produced Single off H.O.T.C.

Toronto rapper Tona is deep into the rollout of his latest album, H.O.T.C., and today he releases the Kardinal Offishall-produced “OWTS.” The track follows...

@HipHopCanadaSeptember 27, 2024

Rapper Bishop Brigante and his son Bigg Lito performing on June 4 at Back Outside

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Back Outside: How Toronto United to Support Bishop Brigante in His Fight Against Cancer

In the heart of Toronto, where rhythms of music pulse through the city’s veins, a beacon of hope and unity emerged this past June...

Dutch UnkleJune 14, 2024

A profesional photo of rapper Bishop Brigante wearing a hoodie from his clothing line, The Ends.

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Back Outside: Toronto Hip-Hop Legends to Unite on June 4 to Support Bishop Brigante’s Cancer Battle

This coming Tuesday, June 4, 2024, Toronto’s music scene will rally around one of its own for an unforgettable night of music and unity....

Dutch UnkleMay 29, 2024

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Cambridge producer Smokewell talks new album featuring Daniel Son, Adam Bomb, Young Stitch & more

The world is getting it’s first look at a new Canadian producer named Smokewell. He’s currently got the underground buzzing with his new album,...

Johnny MazarattiOctober 12, 2021

Music

Good Energy: Tona releases visuals for “Closing Sermon” in support of latest album

JUNO Award-winning Toronto rapper Tona is back with new visuals in support of his latest album. The video for “Closing Sermon” was co-directed by...

Johnny MazarattiAugust 18, 2021

Music

Toronto’s Frankie Payne speaks the “Ugly Truth” in new single & video

Toronto legend Frankie Payne is back with the new single and video “Ugly Truth.” The Soundsmith-produced song is the Falstaff rapper’s first official release...

@HipHopCanadaMay 17, 2021