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The words vintage, retro, and throwback have all been poorly used and exhausted, when used to describe music. Most throwbacks actually should be thrown back to wherever they were.

Then there are some songs that no matter when they came out, what hairstyle you were rocking at that time, or what grade you were in. When you hear that song it has a way of evoking the same emotion. The type of song that you memorize the videos and sing the ad-libs, these songs are defined as Timeless.

From time to time Tyrone and I will submit an entry for the 1loveto.com Timeless From Toronto vault, if you have any suggestions please leave a comment. Once the song is posted on the blog it is up to our readers to decide if it is indeed Timeless from Toronto.

time⋅less  [tahym-lis] – By our definition are the classic songs that have the same impact every single time.

throw⋅back  [throh-bak] – By our definition are old songs, yes just an old song that is not a classic just because it’s old.

So for this edition of Timeless From Toronto I wanted to take it back to one of the first cassette tapes (that’s right, I said cassette tapes) I ever bought from Sam The Record Man… The Dream Warriors 1991 debut album “And Now the Legacy Begins”. Aside from “Wash Your Face In My Sink” their biggest hit was “My Definition of a Boombastic Jazz Style”, which won Best Rap Recording of the Year in 1992 at the Juno Awards.

Shout out to King Lou and Capital Q representing for the Jane & Finch and Willowdale neighbourhoods of Toronto.

Let me know, is it Timeless or merely a Throwback, WHICH ONE?

Previously: Timeless From Toronto – Part 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

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We are in for a special celestial treat tonight. For the first time in 372 years, we will see a total lunar eclipse occur on the same day as the winter solstice (which is the first day of winter, also the shortest day of the year.) For those that don’t know, a lunar eclipse occurs when the moon, the Earth, and the sun all line up, with Earth in the middle. This eclipse is three times special because it will be the first TOTAL lunar eclipse in almost 3 years. If you are up at the wee hour of 3:00AM EST Tuesday morning, look up to the sky from anywhere in North America and you will see the moon turn a deep orange-red colour which is really special for us in the city who don’t normally get to see these events due to light pollution. Enjoy and welcome to winter (officially!)

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Toronto’s own Reema Major (15 year old sensation) and her G7 family wish all of us a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year with her latest release “This Christmas”.

Previously: Reema Major x Much Music, Reema Major x 2010 BET Awards – Cypher

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The “L” Word is a series of posts where we’ll be featuring songs and videos with the word “LOVE” in the title. For most of us, music plays a major role in our lives, especially when it comes to the topic of LOVE. From break-ups to make-ups and everything in between… music has been there along the way. We hope that you’ll be able to relate to some, if not all, of the songs we post.

The 6th pick is one of the biggest songs of Whitney Houston’s career – “I Will Always Love You”, from the 1992 major motion picture soundtrack for The Bodyguard, starring Kevin Costner. This was the one song at your high school dance that you wanted to find that special someone to “slow dance” with.

Previously: “You Give Love A Bad Name”, “What’s Love Got To Do WIth It”, “What Is Love”, “Love and Happiness” and “Is This Love”

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Take a listen to “Fake It” by Jessica Kaya and watch the video HERE.

DOWNLOAD HERE

Previously: Jessica Kaya – “Why Don’t We?”

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We found this interesting article today about the revitalization project in Toronto’s Regent Park neighbourhood. If you’re interested in the community, or you’d like to learn more, take a minute and read the entire article by Ben Kaplan for the National Post – CLICK HERE.

Previously: Through The Eyes Of A Child

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On Saturday, December 18th, from 8-11pm, we invited our readers to join us for our 1st Annual Holiday Ice Skating event at Toronto’s Harbourfront Centre. Our very own T-rexxx hosted the night, along side the Toronto Blue Jays official DJs Jedi & DLUX. The night was an overwhelming success, as we ran out of skate rentals half way through the night. Luckily, Natrel was giving away FREE hot chocolate to keep everyone warm. Whether you know how to skate or not, we’d love to see you there next year!

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Finally, the long awaited recap video of this summers Manifesto Festival of Community and Culture in Toronto.

For more info CLICK HERE.

Previously: Manifesto Festival 2010

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A few months ago a good friend of mine @princeAM5 or as he’s known to his students Mr. Morgan invited me to speak to his Gr.10 business class. The engagement was perfect and following that day his students, lead and organized by @cassandraak decided to order shirts for everyone that was interested. Yesterday we went by to visit and take a few pictures.

Back row: Chantal, Ginesse, Alice, Matt, Andrew
Front row: Sheila, Lyzza, Arcangelo, Brianca, Cassie, Shannon, Sheryl

Thanks for the support St. Martins Secondary School, see you tomorrow at the 1 LOVE T.O. Holiday Ice Skating Party.

Don’t forget to follow me on twitter @trexxx1loveto

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Are you ready for 2011?

We are, and we’d like to invite you to join 1 LOVE T.O. at the Shuffle New Years Eve Party, Friday Dec. 31st at 6 Degrees, located uptown at 2335 Yonge St. (north of Eglinton). If you’re unfamiliar with the Shuffle Party, it happens every last Friday of the month where DJ’s play everything from good ol’ fashion rock n’ roll to dance music and hip-hop, plus your favourite movie/tv theme songs and of course exclusive remixes and mash-ups!

We’re giving away 2 pairs of tix for Shuffle NYE… all you have to do for your chance to win is:
Leave a comment with your favourite song that you HAVE to hear on New Years Eve, doesn’t matter what genre or era, as long as it’s your favourite song!

For more info on advance tickets or booth reservations, please visit the Facebook Event Page.

Previously: Toronto Knows How To Party, Shuffle Turns 4, Clinton Sparks LIVE at Shuffle

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Last week one of my favourite websites thecoolhunter.net posted about the “Integral House” in Toronto designed by Brigitte Shim and Howard Sutcliffe of Shim-Sutcliffe. This incredible home situated in the Rosedale neighborhood hosts a private 150-seat concert hall as well as an indoor pool, plus a lot more… Take a look at the pics below.

Previously: Williams Studio By GH3, Brockton House, The Ellis Park House, Riverhouse Niagara, The Walmer Loft

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In prep for our 1 LOVE T.O.nights, I sat down with Elene Mekete of UPFRONT to talk about the big Holiday Ice Skating party going down this Saturday at the Harbourfront Centre from 7-11pm.

The night is going to be so much fun, bring your kids, siblings, driving school instructor, cousins, co-workers, soccer coach, god children, ex-girlfriends, concierge from your condo or even the taxi man that drives you there. Come one, come all because on Saturday night Me, You, Your Momma, And Your Cousin Too are going to have a blast.

We are really excited to party on the ice this Saturday, in celebration of the many holidays. We encourage those who are not skating to come hangout with us for a night of good music, good people, Heineken and/or HOT chocolate!

A lot of people have been asking on Twitter and Facebook if we will be selling shirts on Saturday?
The answer is YES! There will be both 1 LOVE T.O. and Young Onez shirts on sale.

Can’t wait to celebrate the holidays with you all!

$7 skate rental
$5 helmet rental

ps. how hilarious is my face in the still shot – OMG!

Previously: 1 LOVE T.O. Holiday Ice Skating Party, 1 LOVE T.O. x Young Onez

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