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Toronto: Queen St. Live Music
Bamboo
312 Queen St. W (416) 593-5771
One of the highlights on Queen W. The decor runs to tropical and the music to World music. the fare, an eclectic mix of Thai and Caribbean
Big Bop - Kathedral
651 Queen St. W (416) 504-6699
Located at the corner of Queen and Bathurst,
Three-floors
Main-floor Kathedral space.
Live music original indie bands to stars.
Second-floor Reverb.
Live music venue
Third-floor Holy Joe's.
Smaller intimate room.
Cameron House
408 Queen St. W (416) 703-0811
No you are not hallucinating those are giant ants climbing up the outside of the building along with the psychedelic murals, the Cameron is not hard to find. A favorite with artists, writers and musicians, Live music includes Acid jazz and house music along with experimental art bands.
CHUM/Citytv Building
299 Queen St. W (416) 591-5757
The most recognized Community landmark sitting on the corner of Queen and
John St in a beautifully restored old building. This is the headquarters for
Citytv, MuchMusic and Bravo!
A main attraction is the street level MuchMusic studio where visiting stars give interviews much to the delight of fans who can get a glimpse from the street. Another innovation is Speaker's Corner a video booth where anyone can record their rants or thoughts for possible viewing on a Citytv weekly show.
They also feature "Intimate and Interactive" a show shot at the street level studio featuring live interviews and performances with major music stars.
These events draw huge crowds to the studio and out onto the street.
Comfort Zone
486 Spadina Ave (416) 975-0909
After hours club open Sunday 9a.m. to 6 p.m. For those that did not get enough Saturday night. Live music by local bands, refreshments.
El Mocambo
464 Spadina Ave (416) 968-2001
The heart and soul of Rock'n'Roll a real Toronto landmark. Everyone from the Stones to Elvis Costello have played here. Live music seven days a week from singer-songwriter showcases to indie band nights, or multimedia
shows.
Grossman's Tavern
379 Spadina Ave (416) 977-7000
A Toronto landmark blues club, live bands hosted by names such as the Mike MacDonald Band, Jerome Godboo & Deep Down, Philip Sayce to name a few.
Saturday matinees featuring New Orleans Jazz
Gypsy Co-Op
817 Queen St. W (416) 703-506
A combination bar, restaurant, lounge and candy store, A comfortable place to hang out. Live music Fridays.
Hooch
817 Queen St. W., Toronto
(416) 703-5069
Upstairs of the Gypsy Co-Op Hooch dance/lounge has a cozy feel to the
place. Along with dancing Tarot card readings are available so there is something for everyone.
The music covers a wide range of styles. from Swing, big band, to jazz and blues. Friday DJ's spin Latin grooves and Saturday is host to Soul
Collage with DJ Dave Cooper.
Horseshoe Tavern
368 Queen St. W (416) 598-4753
Another traditional landmark the Horseshoe has had many incarnations from country music to the punk scene. The venue currently hosts major acts in the alternative, British pop and County music scenes.
Silver Dollar Room
484 Spadina Ave (416) 975-0909
A great 50's style facade inside Toronto's most popular blues bar, live music nightly.
The 360
326 Queen St. W (416) 593-0840
A Canadian Legion Hall revamped into a live music venue.
The Rex
194 Queen St. W (416) 598-2475
A funky Retro Queen West Pub, live jazz. Queen St. W. |
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