They’re back on tour for their 25th Anniversary Reunion!
NuFunk Concerts presentsTHE WASSABI COLLECTIVE plus special guests SHAPES plus DJ JChameleon & special guests
After forming in 2000 and stepping away in 2012, Wassabi Collective spent over a decade crisscrossing Canada in a converted school bus, building a devoted cult following along the way. Known for their progressive world beats, explosive live shows, and infectious feel-good energy, the West Coast crew lit up stages across North America—headlining festivals, filling legendary venues, and even landing a feature on PBS’ Roadtrip Nation . They capped off their initial run with a standout performance at the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics before taking a well-earned hiatus.
Led by sultry vocalist/percussionist Melissa Meretsky and frontman/guitarist Brent “Gisto” Hongisto , Wassabi brings both heart and heat—inviting audiences to move, think, and feel. After more than a decade away, they’re making their long-awaited return with the same electrifying energy and spirit of activism that made them festival favourites.
Now they’re back—and spicier than ever. Wassabi Collective made a fiery return this May at the World Ski & Snowboard Festival in Whistler, and the momentum keeps rolling with upcoming shows at Relics Festival in Nova Scotia on July 19 and the Killaloe Craft & Community Fair on Friday, August 8 .Get ready for a full-blown musical revival from one of the West Coast’s most beloved live acts—join the circus!
“Wassabi’s joyous sound takes you on a cosmic carpet ride from satisfaction to pure bliss… THE ULTIMATE FEEL GOOD ELIXIR.” — Exclaim! Magazine
SHAPES
Toronto’s genre-bending groove outfit Shapes joins forces with Wassabi Collective for a night of unforgettable energy and deep dancefloor vibes!
Fronted by dynamic guitarist and vocalist Bryan Silverberg , Shapes is blazing a trail through the city’s scene with a fearless fusion of rock, funk, blues, and afrobeat . Their sound is bold, their spirit is wild, and their shows? Total mayhem—in the best way.More than a band, Shapes delivers an experience. Known for their quick wit, tight improvisation, and contagious stage antics, they’ll have you grinning, grooving, and guessing what’s next. Every set is a high-voltage mix of musicianship and mischief —unpredictable, playful, and completely magnetic.
Expect extended jams , off-the-rails solos , and a rhythm section that hits like a freight train. Whether you’re a jam-funk devotee or discovering your next musical obsession, Shapes is here to steal the show.
DJ JChameleon A trained guitarist, DJ, and music educator JChameleon (real name Josh Laing) is foremost a preservationist, collecting classic and rare cuts in lossless fidelity. J has been performing and promoting events in Toronto and the Northeast US since 2005 and hosts weekly DJ radio show Harbour Nights on www.yachtrockmiami.com
Boasting a massive music library spanning disco, funk, yacht rock, soul, jazz, reggae/dub and classic rock, JChameleon mixes to taste and it’s always smooth. Vintage music is his specialty and passion, but choice modern cuts and remixes are always in the mix. His goal is to keep the groove solid, the dance floor bumping all the while curating an intriguing playlist that makes you ask, ‘what was that song?”
Doors @ 9:00pm/19+For group bookings/info., email jay@nufunk.ca
COME TO DANCE
