new release videos are updated regularly on the source list. it’s called torontorox ontarionian new release videos. there’s over 2000 since that list was started and in 2020 the order was flipped, you might say. new videos are added to the top of the list now. so, when you hit that, you get the newest music. this ‘top 100’ added videos in a sort of reverse chronological order too. so, we start around the end of 2023 and work our way backwards to this time last year. ask Mr. Spock to do the math…

sharing the youtube videos supports local talent.

if you want to dig deeper, this is the list of over 2000 local videos…been working on it for years:

if you link with our facebook, you’ll notice daily sharing of new release videos from around ontario. some fridays in the summer there are more than 10 on that one magical day of the week. please enjoy the fromage along with the popstar hits. cheers!-b

the idea is to use AI to create an interactive mapping system in which venues are the highlights. Hopefully the intelligence can elevate over time in terms of learning our streets and venue names. These preview images aren’t very accurate, yet, but i believe AI art will learn and this method will enhance and encourage real life interaction. As the IV map gathers information it will be more fun and informative. Fans of bands will be able to preview the venues by zooming in. Imagine the resolution when zooming in on Queen Street West. Ideally, in a not too distant future, fans might be able to see the traffic, parking and of course ticket availability and line-ups too. Connecting each venue to its social media will provide a future in which our viewers can preview participating live stream. much more coming soon!

here’s the newest video releases from artists in and around toronto.

Artists, including bands, photographers, painters, performers etc., who “like” facebook.com/torontorox page are encouraged to share a weekly promotional posting on torontorox’ wall and to tweet @tdotrox to your heart’s content regardless of the show’s location. Both of these methods of sharing are promoted automatically to torontorox.com. Directory listings for bands and clubs who hire bands are available via email request and are also free for the 416. As torontorox.com is considered a webzine (online magazine), one ticket, media pass or wristband is appreciated in exchange for promotion. To better promote your show, ticket or CD giveaway contests on torontorox are mutually beneficial.

Since August 2013, torontorox founder, Billy Zee has teamed up with a print magazine from Los Angeles via one of Toronto’s most prominent photographers. The assignment is to compliment the photographs with positive written reviews of international artists. To date, this service has been free in exchange for admission and there have been zero reviews of any local talent. Some services have asked for free promotion and volunteering to boost their popularity and profit margin. Cooperation is a must and help can be provided given time and funding. Also, some artists have attempted to use torontorox as a forum to express personal issues regarding their negotiations and relationships. Help is available but public negativity is not tolerable.

The record companies, radio stations and many club owners are primarily concerned with their return on investment (ROI) to maximize shareholder value. These are the potential customers for torontorox and the ones who are best able to help artists in terms of financing projects or hiring you. torontorox cooperates with many perceived competitors as this contributes to informing and entertaining the fans. The growth of the torontorox community will not only benefit you; your friends; your fun; your city; your economy; etc. but it will also increase the overall level of entertainment by educating art enthusiasts and creating a community of cooperation.

All the best to you and yours!
billyzee@torontorox.com
cheers!-b