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🐾 ASK AVA: What is an Advance?

Written on February 11, 2025. No Comments on 🐾 ASK AVA: What is an Advance?

Since my last blog, I’ve been getting a lot of questions from artists wondering if they are advancing their shows properly. I bet there’s a lot of you starting to play live events who hear “advance” and have no clue what it means!Let’s break it down for ya! What is an Advance? An advance is when an artist (or their team) goes over all the show details with the venue or promoter before the gig happens. This ensures everyone is on the same page about: Load-in and soundcheck times Tech setup and stage plot Backline (equipment provided by the venue or show...

Ask Ava: “What is it like backstage at a gig/concert?”

Written on January 14, 2025. No Comments on Ask Ava: “What is it like backstage at a gig/concert?”

Question from Atlas in Alberta, Canada: “What is it like backstage at a gig/concert?” Atlas! What an awesome question—backstage is one of the most fascinating parts of live music! As someone who spends all her time soaking in the energy and getting massaged behind the curtain, let me give you the full scoop on what happens backstage and how it can differ depending on the event, the people, and (most importantly) the planning. 🐾🎤 Backstage Basics First off, think of backstage as the nerve center of any live show. It’s where artists prepare, crew members hustle, and everything...

🐾 Introducing Ask Ava: Your Backstage Insider!

Written on December 18, 2024. No Comments on 🐾 Introducing Ask Ava: Your Backstage Insider!

Hey there, live music lovers, artists, and backstage enthusiasts! We’re thrilled to introduce Ask Ava, the newest (and furriest) member of the Lemmon Stage family, here to share behind-the-scenes insights, tips, and advice about the live music world. Whether you’re an artist preparing for your next gig, a fan curious about backstage life, or a live music professional looking for guidance — Ava’s got your back! Who’s Ava? Ava is our resident Chihuahua-Italian Greyhound mix who spends her days (and nights) hanging out backstage with some of the best artists, crews, and industry...

Get to Know the Artists of Music Day in Canada

Written on September 27, 2024. No Comments on Get to Know the Artists of Music Day in Canada

Music Day in Canada is almost here! This Saturday we’ll be lighting up Rec Room venues across the country with live performances from some of Canada’s most exciting emerging artists. This is your chance to discover new talent, support youth mental health, and enjoy an unforgettable day of music in your city! Get to know the lineup below, find your city, and grab your tickets today before they sell out! Burnaby, BC 📍 Rec Room Burnaby QuickPunchThis high-energy punk trio is known for their raw, explosive sound. Get ready for a fast-paced,...

Announcing the National Talent Lineup for Music Day in Canada!

Written on August 6, 2024. No Comments on Announcing the National Talent Lineup for Music Day in Canada!

Exciting News! Lemmon Stage is thrilled to unveil the incredible talent set to perform at Music Day in Canada on September 28th, 2024! This nationwide celebration will bring together some of the most promising emerging artists and established talents at The Rec Room venues across the country. Get ready for an unforgettable day of live music, special guests, and the perfect opportunity to connect and network with peers, established artists, and industry professionals. Here’s a sneak peek at our fantastic line-up by city: Burnaby QuickPunch Bleako’s Nuclear Disco Haleluya...

Announcing Our National Partners for Music Day in Canada!

Written on July 26, 2024. No Comments on Announcing Our National Partners for Music Day in Canada!

We’re thrilled to announce our amazing national partners for Music Day in Canada! Their support is helping us bring incredible live music experiences to cities across the country, and we couldn’t be more excited. Our National Partners: Cineplex is generously supporting our performers and providing Rec Room venues in each city. Their commitment to entertainment and community is making Music Day in Canada possible. Longtime supporters of Lemmon Stage programs, Stingray continues to play a crucial role in promoting and supporting Canadian music talent. We’re...

Announcing Music Day in Canada – A Celebration of Canadian Music and Community!

Written on July 1, 2024. No Comments on Announcing Music Day in Canada – A Celebration of Canadian Music and Community!

We are thrilled to announce Music Day in Canada, an extraordinary event presented by Lemmon Stage. Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 28th, 2024, as we unite communities across the nation to celebrate Canadian music culture and talent at Rec Room venues nationwide. What to Expect Music Day in Canada is not just a concert; it’s a celebration of our vibrant music scene and a chance to support youth mental health initiatives. With live performances from some of Canada’s top emerging artists, special guest appearances, and exciting contests and giveaways, this...

LEMMON STAGE PRESENTS 4KORNERS NEW CONCERT EXPERIENCE, WONDERFUL.

Written on November 2, 2022. No Comments on LEMMON STAGE PRESENTS 4KORNERS NEW CONCERT EXPERIENCE, WONDERFUL.

Cast your mind back to the Elevate Block Party x Lemmon Stage where Toronto Raptors DJ, 4KORNERS, tore the roof off the stage with his guests, including EverythingOShauN and BOLU AJIBADE! We’ve been busy turning that groundbreaking show into a series called WONDERFUL, and tickets are ON SALE NOW!

It’s Lemmon Stage Showcase Time!

Written on October 11, 2022. No Comments on It’s Lemmon Stage Showcase Time!

What an EPIC end to the summer season! For three crazy nights this September, we took over Front St in downtown Toronto, celebrating and shining a light on Canadian talent from coast to coast to coast! We really want to thank all of you for being part of our amazing Lemmon Stage community. The support that you give to every single artist is incredible and we can’t thank you enough for coming out and supporting live music.

ELEVATE FESTIVAL PARTNERS WITH LEMMON ENTERTAINMENT TO PRODUCE Elevate Block Party x Lemmon Stage

Written on September 18, 2022. No Comments on ELEVATE FESTIVAL PARTNERS WITH LEMMON ENTERTAINMENT TO PRODUCE Elevate Block Party x Lemmon Stage

Lemmon Stage, Canada’s premier emerging artist program is pleased to announce our partnership with the Elevate Festival to program the Elevate Block Party x Lemmon Stage. ‘Innovation and technology are now at the forefront of allowing artists to reclaim their careers, art and lives. We are proud to partner with a powerhouse like Elevate and show developing artists the platforms that can assist them in their creative pursuits. ’ Jessica Lemmon, CEO Lemmon Entertainment & Lemmon Stage Founder.

Keeping Live Alive in 2022

Written on April 14, 2022. No Comments on Keeping Live Alive in 2022

We were stoked to flip the lights back on at the Lemmon Stage since re-opening on March 15th, and what a ride it’s been so far!In only 5 shows we’ve featured a diverse series of exciting music programming! Our line ups included innovative and empowering rising stars, from outstanding breakout talent to JUNO nominated artists. We were also thrilled to feature exclusive live interviews by the celebrated Alan Cross, and to debut our new award winning host Rudy Blair!

THE LEMMON STAGE RETURNS MARCH 15TH

Written on March 11, 2022. No Comments on THE LEMMON STAGE RETURNS MARCH 15TH

Did you miss us? Well we sure missed you!! As reopening continues nationwide, we’re gearing up to bring you the very best in Canadian emerging talent at Toronto’s iconic El Mocambo. With all that extra time we’ve been able to put together some stellar programming for you, you don’t want to miss these shows! Our spotlight artist March 15th is none other than CARYS! Her single, “Princesses Don’t Cry” garnered 400 million streams across all platforms, a whopping 1.4 million videos have been created using “Princesses Don’t Cry” on TikTok AND she was named JUNO...