It's Cool To Be Kind - Sonshine & Broccoli Release Fourth Studio Album

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November 20, 2018

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IT’S COOL TO BE KIND

THE FOURTH STUDIO ALBUM FROM SONSHINE & BROCCOLI OUT NOW

"Sonshine and Broccoli are brilliant performers whose music and energy are infectious. Whenever they are performing at the ROM, kids (and parents!) are totally engaged with their always-interactive show. You'll want to keep your toes tapping long after their performance finishes!" - CHRIS KENNEDY, SENIOR MANAGER - ROYAL ONTARIO MUSEUM

Toronto, ON – One week after World Kindness Day, Lisa Sonshine and Brock Buford aka Sonshine & Broccoli have released their highly anticipated fourth studio children’s album, It’s Cool To Be Kind.  With captivating songs sure to keep fans of all ages moving, Sonshine & Broccoli are poised to once again dazzle audiences with a new musical journey through themes of love and kindness. It’s Cool To Be Kind is an evolution for the duo as they continue to delight existing fans and create new ones, both young and the young at heart.

Said Brock Buford, “We are extremely proud of our new songs which include catchy hooks, musical versatility and important themes coupled with Sonshine and Broccoli’s dynamic energy which in turn creates an album with a wonderful array of messages and music while still having fun. This album is a sensitive exploration of being a kid in the world around involving a range of themes using action and movement to capture the hearts and ears of kids and parents alike.”

Produced by Juno Nominated Songwriter/Producer Trust Chen Pow of Pow Production and featuring backup vocals from renowned vocal coach Lorraine Lawson (CTV’s The Launch), the album is a foray into new genres of music for the dynamic duo including Dance (“Throw Your Hands Up”), Calypso (“Put On Your Jamas”) and Disco (“Disco Ninja”), combined with the Pop Rock sounds that fans of Sonshine & Broccoli know and love.

“As our fans grow so do we. This album embodies everything that Sonshine and Broccoli believe in: love, compassion and kindness,” said Lisa Sonshine, founder of Sonshine & Broccoli. “I hope kids and parents will love listening to this album as much as we loved making it.”

Sonshine & Broccoli are available for interviews

It’s Cool To Be Kind by Sonshine & Broccoli is available for purchase now:

https://itunes.apple.com/ca/album/its-cool-to-be-kind/1441720931

TRACK LISTING:

 1. This Is A Song That Makes Me Happy

 2. Put on Your Jamas

 3. Waiting On The Sun

 4. Throw Your Hands Up

 5. Clap Clap Clap

 6. Power Off And Play

 7. Disco Ninja

 8. Broccoli Jam

 9. Clean It Up

10. Toronto Song

11. It’s Cool To Be Kind

                                                           12. Thank You

Upcoming Show Dates:

Nov 25th - Maple Downs Chanukah Party

Dec 1st - A Main Street Christmas - Village of Schomberg

Dec 2nd - Hamilton 

Dec  8th - Ottawa Holiday Celebration with the Mayor (Marion Dewar plaza) 

Jan 20th - Sonshine & Broccoli Cd Release Concert (Bayview Glen Theater) 

Feb 10^th - Winter Fest - Vaughan 

March Break – ROM

(full details and more dates to be announced)

About Sonshine & Broccoli

Over the past 15 years, best friends Sonshine (Lisa Sonshine) and Broccoli (Brock Buford) have been entertaining children and parents alike with their infectious enthusiasm and energetic songs. This award-winning, children’s musical entertainment duo have rocked out shows across Canada and have had audiences singing and dancing along to their hit studio albums. 

Sonshine & Broccoli have grown into one of Canada’s premier children’s entertainers with notable performances in Toronto opening for Silentó (Watch Me Whip/Nae Nae) at the NBA All-Star Game, a 26-show run at the Royal Ontario Museum, large public shows in at Mel Lastman Square and Ontario place, as well as countless in-demand corporate, private and community events across the country.

Not ones to rest on their laurels, Sonshine & Broccoli are expanding into the television sector and have partnered with levelFILM to create a children’s television show based on the rockin’ adventures of Sonshine & Broccoli!

Connect with Sonshine & Broccoli

www.sonshineandbroccoli.com

Instagram: @sonshineandbroccoli

Twitter: @S_Bmusic

YouTube: Sonshine and Broccoli

Facebook: sonshineandbroccoli

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Locklyn Asks Fans to Choose “Sides” With Her New Single

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October 1, 2018

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Locklyn Asks Fans to Choose “Sides” With Her New Single

Young Rising Singer/Songwriter Releases long awaited debut single from her upcoming EP

Toronto, ON – Rising singer/songwriter Locklyn released her powerful new single “Sides” today on iTunes and all music streaming platforms including Spotify, Tidal, Amazon, and Google. The single is the first from her forthcoming EP NUOVO, set for release on her 19^th Birthday, November 24, 2018

“Sides” takes a harsh look at the reality of the gun violence that has been plaguing many cities around the world including Locklyn’s hometown of Toronto. “With everything happening in the world, sometimes we are forced to question the loyalty and intentions of the people around us. In the song I am asking if they will be there with me if the world were to end. What side will they choose? Will they be the one holding the gun or will they help the person stuck in front of it?”

Produced by Trust Chen Pow, who recently co-wrote and produced “Feel Like Its My Moment”, the tennis themed anthem with Ann Kaplan of The Real Housewives of Toronto, and featuring background vocals from renowned vocal coach Lorraine Lawson (CTV’s The Launch), “Sides” has already been featured on several radio stations including 106.9 The X (London, ON), CKXS 99.1 FM (Wallaceburg, ON), 100.7 FM (Little Current, ON), The Verge, Canadian Beats, IndieCan Radio and PopCan Radio.

Fans can see Locklyn perform live at Fashion Forward on Sunday October 21 at The Atrium @ Ricarda’s, 134 Peter St., Toronto.

“Sides” by Locklyn is available now on iTunes and all digital streaming outlets.

http://itunes.apple.com/album/id1437113788?ls=1&app=itunes

Connect with Locklyn

Instagram: @theofficiallocklyn

Twitter: @locklynmusic

YouTube: OFFICIALLOCKLYN

Facebook: locklyn lock

Snapchat: lalalocklyn

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Hot Young Toronto Rapper Has A Vivid Dream About Making Millz

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May 27, 2014

Hot Young Toronto Rapper Has A Vivid Dream About Making Millz

BBE Records artist Millz gets set to release his debut album Dopamine: A Vivid Dream

Toronto, ON -- In what has become a mecca for new talent, another artist from Toronto has emerged, poised to continue the northern uprising and introduce the world to Dopamine: A Vivid Dream, the debut album from rapper Millz. Signed to BBE Records (J Dilla, DJ Jazzy Jeff, will.i.am) and managed by Nova Music Group (Glenn Lewis, 80 Empire, and other yet to be announced emerging artists), Millz has already received high praise from industry insiders on his upcoming debut. Dopamine: A Vivid Dream will be available on June 2, 2014.

The son of a basketball coach, Millz was a young star in the making growing up playing alongside 2013 NBA #1 draft pick Anthony Bennett (Cleveland Cavaliers) and projected 2014 #1 pick Andrew Wiggins, but music was what truly inspired him. His dad introduced him to the music of the Notorious B.I.G., 2pac, Snoop Dogg, Zapp & Roger Troutman, and Tony Toni Tone prompting Millz to give up basketball and follow his passion towards a career in the music industry. The result is Dopamine: A Vivid Dream, Millz’s highly anticipated debut on BBE Records.

Millz explains, “Dopamine is a chemical released in your brain when you do things that feel good. I created this album wanting to be people's dopamine. I want to touch parts of people's minds that haven't been touched before. The subtitle is more of the real title for the album. The concept of the set takes place in Toronto over one night. I essentially paint a picture of the events that took place. And that's the "Vivid Dream".” 

Mixed in its entirety by award winning performing producer Slakah the Beatchild (Drake, Divine Brown, Art of Fresh), Dopamine: A Vivid Dream features production from Slakah as well as a slew of beatsmiths on the come up (including Millz himself on “Slow Sex”) and marries Millz’s honest, seductive word play with melodic synths and electro drums.

Dopamine: A Vivid Dream Track Listing

1.     Dope (Intro)

2.     Yonge Street Featuring Slakah The Beatchild

3.     Slow Sex

4.     Kickin’ It

5.     Ain’t Gettin’ Nothing Featuring Geneva

6.     Getting’ Gone

7.     Rap Sessions

8.     Epiphany

9.     The Climax

10.  Her Featuring Slakah The Beatchild

11.  Lessons

12.  Outro

“First time I met Slak, he gave me five more beats to help put the mixtape over the edge, but it soon became apparent that an album was emerging”, said Millz about working with Slakah the Beatchild on his debut. “Working on the track Rap Sessions with Slak, brought out something in my voice – more power. I don’t hold back on these songs, so I hope the messages get through and touch people.”

Dopamine: A Vivid Dream, the debut album by BBE Records artist Millz will be released on June 2, 2014.

Any media or bloggers wishing to receive a promo copy of Dopamine: A Vivid Dream for review, please contact Alyse Feldman at alyse@ontheflypr.com. 

To listen to “Rap Sessions”: https://soundcloud.com/novamusicgroup/rap-sessions

To listen to “The Climax”: https://soundcloud.com/novamusicgroup/millz-the-climax

Millz artist page on BBE Records Website:

http://www.bbemusic.com/artists/2923/Millz#.U34xhmh8Qcg

Twitter - @HundredMillz

Instagram – @hundredmillz

About Millz:

At age seventeen, Ryan Jamaal Brooks aka Millz moved to the St. James Town neighbourhood of Toronto, an area known for its high crime rate and drug trafficking. “When I first moved down to the inner city neighbourhood in Toronto, straightaway I had to learn how to box.” Remembers Millz. His upbringing immediately became an issue for some local St. James Town residents. “I’d tell them what area of Toronto I was from and they’d look at me differently, like I thought I was better or something. I had a couple problems and got into fights with people down there who felt like I didn’t belong. But I got to integrate into that situation. It changed me.”

Clearly it was a change for the better. Now, 4 years later, the 21 year old rapper/producer is signed to BBE Records (J Dilla, DJ Jazzy Jeff, will.i.am) and ready to drop his debut album Dopamine: A Vivid Dream on June 2, 2014. “Getting signed to BBE was an unexpected blessing. The day I got the call was just like any other day at my homies crib chillin'. At first, I didn't take it all in, But I knew I was only making progress. It's also humbling to know that professionals respect your craft, and that my craft good enough to be credited. There are a lot of acts out there that don't get the respect they deserve.” 

Mixed in its entirety by award winning performing producer Slakah the Beatchild (Drake, Divine Brown, Art of Fresh), Dopamine: A Vivid Dream features production from Slakah as well as a slew of beatsmiths on the come up (including Millz himself on “Slow Sex”) and marries Millz’s honest, seductive word play with melodic synths and electro drums.

 “The things that I say in these songs are my reality. Experiences I wanted to share, including love. Love is a concept that’s universal. Everybody has the capability to love, so all the tracks about girls, men can relate. Girls too can flip it and understand where I’m coming from.”

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