Top 5 Nightclubs and Bars to See a DJ in Toronto

Toronto is known for its vibrant nightlife, and there are plenty of great places to see a DJ in action. Here are my top 5 picks for the best nightclubs and bars to catch a DJ in Toronto:

1. Lost & Found: Located on King Street West, Lost & Found is one of Toronto's most popular nightclubs for hip hop music. With its high-energy atmosphere and top-notch sound system, this venue is the perfect place to dance the night away to the best in hip hop.

2. Mister Wolf: Located on Queen Street West, Mister Wolf is a trendy bar and nightclub that attracts a diverse crowd. With its insane sound and lighting system, this venue is the perfect place to hear the best in hip hop, reggaeton, and R&B.

3. Century: Located on King Street West, Century is a popular nightclub known for its high-energy atmosphere and diverse music selection. With its well-curated vibes, this venue is the perfect place to hear a wide range of music, from hip hop to electronic and beyond.

4. Isabelle’s: Located on King Street West, Isabelles is a new bar and club that attracts a fashionable and hip crowd. With its eclectic mix of music, including EDM, afrobeats, guarancha, and dancehall, Isabelles is the perfect place to hear something new and exciting.

5. Early Mercy: Located on King Street West, Early Mercy is a stylish bar and nightclub that caters to a sophisticated crowd. With its intimate atmosphere and top-notch drink selection, Early Mercy is the perfect place to see a DJ in a more laid-back setting.

These are just a few of the many great venues to see a DJ in Toronto. Whether you're in the mood for a wild night out or a more laid-back atmosphere, these clubs and bars are sure to have something for everyone.

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5 Tips for Success as a DJ in Toronto

Hey all, I’m trying to get more active on my website this year so i’m gonna be making some posts talking DJ stuff, Hip Hop and the Toronto nightlife scene, hope y’all enjoy.

As a DJ in Toronto, it's important to stand out in a crowded and competitive industry. Here are five tips to help you succeed as a DJ in Toronto:

1. Find your niche: Toronto has a diverse music scene, so it's important to find a niche that sets you apart from other DJs. Whether it's a particular genre of music or type of event, focus on what you do best and let your unique style shine.

2. Build a strong online presence: In today's digital age, having a strong online presence is crucial for DJs. Make sure to have a professional website, active social media accounts, and a well-curated online portfolio to showcase your work.

3. Network, network, network: The music industry is all about who you know, so it's important to get out there and make connections. Attend local events and festivals, join industry groups and forums, and collaborate with other DJs and musicians.

4. Stay up-to-date on industry trends: The music industry is constantly evolving, so it's important to stay up-to-date on the latest trends and technologies. Follow industry blogs and news sources, attend conferences and workshops, and be open to learning new things.

5. Don't be afraid to experiment: As a DJ, it's important to be open to new ideas and genres. Don't be afraid to take risks and try out new styles and techniques – it's often these experiments that lead to breakthroughs and success.

By following these tips, you can set yourself up for success as a DJ in Toronto. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your career to the next level, these strategies will help you stand out in the crowded music industry.

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PRESS: TOP 20 CANADIAN DJs YOU NEED TO KNOW

SHIFTER’s “Top 20 Canadian DJs you need to know” list is sponsored by You.i TV, the Ottawa-based company and platform that powers Twitch.

The COVID-19 pandemic has pretty much ground the live entertainment industry, including nightclubs, to a halt affecting not only club owners all over the world, but DJs. But many DJs have taking this time to flex their entrepreneurial muscles, exploring new opportunities, from music production to live streaming on Twitch and Instagram Live with DJs like D-Nice leading the charge.

Here in the north, our country has produced some of the best DJs in the world, from A-Trak and Kaytranada to Toronto Raptors DJ 4Korners. But for every celebrity DJ, there are thousands you don’t hear about. A few months ago, we asked our social media followers to let us know who were the top Canadian DJs that people needed to know about, from British Columbia to the Maritimes and they came through for us.

11. FTP // Toronto

Residency: Official DJ for the Ryerson Rams

How long have you been DJing: 10 years

Favourite DJs: Cale Granton, Lincoln Baio and Charlie B. Also guys like DJ Puffy and all the Soulection DJs. A-Trak, Diplo, Jazzy Jeff and Preemo.

Toronto-based Open format DJ and producer Jaden Burton, aka For The People, has been a staple in the city’s college party scene, playing venues like Grace O’Malleys, Tequila Jacks, Fiction and Orchid. Ten years deep on the scene, FTP was mentored by popular Toronto DJs, Cale Granton (Toronto Maple Leafs), Lincoln Baio (King Of The Dot), Jon Daniels (Lavelle) and Chris Laroque (REBEL), For The People became the youngest member of the Foreign City DJ Collective in 2018 after perfecting his craft in his bedroom for seven years.

In 2018, his time on the college party circuit brought him full circle as he accepted an offer to be the official DJ of the Ryerson Rams. That led to him performing Kawhi Leonard’s first open practice in Toronto at Ryerson University, as well as in being named the official DJ of the 2019 USPORTS Women’s Basketball Championship, televised nationally by Sportsnet. Despite his growing profile in the city of Toronto, perhaps his biggest accomplishment to date was being selected into the Top 64 in the World Beat Battle.

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For The Summer (2020 Hip Hop Mix)

DJ For The People rips the ones and twos on this Hip Hop, Drill and Toronto centric mixtape hosted by Clyde Smith.

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Art by @thisaintkristoff

TRACKLIST
Mix Tracklist

For The People
Chris Brown & Young Thug - Go Crazy
Layton Greene - Leave Em Alone
Saweetie - Tap In
LBP Poody - Address It
YNW Melly - 223’s
Lil Wayne - Clap For Em (J. Medina Edit)
6ix9ine & Nicki Minaj - Trollz
DaBaby - Find My Way
Pop Smoke - Element (BlaccMass Candy Shop Edit)
Sleepy Hallow & Sheff G - Breakin Bad
JI The Prince of NY - Need Me
NSG - Options
Young T & Bugsey feat. DaBaby - Don’t Rush (Remix)
Roddy Ricch - High Fashion
T-Pain - I’m Sprung
Tory Lanez & T-Pain - Jerry Sprunger
Burna Boy - Ye (For The People Remix)
Wiley & Stefflon Don - Boasty
KSI feat. Tion Wayne and Swarmz - Houdini
Drake - From Florida With Love
Rich The Kid feat. Kodak Black and Playboi Carti - Plug
Jack Harlow feat. DaBaby, Tory Lanez and Lil Wayne - What’s Poppin
Drake - Nonstop (@user-290523936 Make No Sense Edit)
NBA Youngboy - Make No Sense
Migos & NBA Youngboy - Need It
Moneybagg Yo feat. DaBaby - Protect The Brand
Lil Yachty feat. Drake and DaBaby - Oprah’s Bank Account
JACKBOYS feat. Young Thug - Out West

Drill
BlaccMass - Blacc Cypher
BlackMass - Pluto Forever
Drake feat. Fivio Foreign and Sosa Geek - Demons
Ivorian Doll - Rumours
Pop Smoke - Dior
Pop Smoke - Christopher Walking
Fivio Foreign - Big Drip
Lil Tjay feat. Pop Smoke and Fivio Foreign - Zoo York
Sheff G - No Suburban Pt. 2
Tory Lanez feat. Fivio Foreign - K Lo K
JACKBOYS feat. Pop Smoke - GATTI
NoJokeJigsaw - HEATA (@nojokejigsaw-music)

Toronto
STK-9 - Risk It All (@STKnine)
Pressa - 96 Freestyle (@pressabluefeathersrecords)
Tory Lanez - Who Needs Love
Killy & Houdini - VV’s (@hoodhokage)
SAFE - Bounce Freestyle (@safe-44)
Pressa & Houdini - Up & Down (@dahoudini)
Houdini feat. J Neat - Backseat (@jneat)
88Glam - Dance For Me (@88-glam-88-glam)
Northside Benji - Clicquot (@northsidebenji)
Smiley - 90210 (@smiley61st)
Friye - Flawless (@friyie)
Young Smoke - Lifestyle (@youngsmoke878)
Jayy Brown - Finesse Kid (@365moneyteam)
frvrfriday - Nana (@frvrfridayofficial)
Nav - Turks (@beatsbynav)
Yung Tory - 2020 (@yungtorydyb)
Smoke Dawg - Trap House (Remix) (@smoke-dawg-878)
LB - Not Lyin (@king-lb-946090011)

Hip Hop
Sheff G - We Getting Money
Sheff G - Moody
Lil Yachty - T.D.
JACKBOYS - GANG GANG
Lil Baby feat. 42 Dugg - We Paid
Flipp Dinero - How I Move
ROCKY - Party Girl
Lil Tjay - Ruthless
Sleepy Hallow - Deep End
Baby Keem - STATS
Lil Baby - Emotionally Scarred
Megan Thee Stallion - Girls in The Hood
Megan Thee Stallion - Savage Remix
ROCK$TAR EDIT
DaBaby - ROCKSTAR
NLE Choppa - Camelot
NLE Choppa - Walk Em Down
Polo G - 21
Pop Smoke - Foreigner (BlaccMass Remix)
Drake - Can’t Take A Joke (BlaccMass Remix)
Drake - Time Flies (BlaccMass Remix)

Outro
Octavian - Papi Chulo
Lil Uzi Vert - Money Spread
Speaker Knockerz - Dap You Up (BlaccMass Remix)
Drake - Pain 1993
Lil Uzi Vert - Myron
Playboi Carti - @meh
Drake - Toosie Slide

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Summer shows...

Unfortunately due to the COVID-19 pandemic, I will not be doing shows. However, I will be doing performances on my Twitch!

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