Canadian Music Week may be entering its second week, but don’t drop the ball now. The final days, after all, include performances by NOW cover star Joey Bada$$ and guaranteed party-starter Rich Aucoin, plus rockers Billy Talent, Psychedelic Furs and Faith No More. Here are five more NOW-approved picks.
1. DENZEL CURRY Mick Jenkins is out, Florida rapper Denzel Curry is in, and hotly tipped local Devontée remains in the 10 pm opening slot. Thursday (May 7), 11:15 pm, Tattoo (567 Queen West), $15.
2. KING TUFF Two shows from the hesher king of anthemic fuzz rock. Thursday (May 7), midnight, Lee’s Palace (529 Bloor West), $20 Friday (May 8), 10:45 pm, Hard Luck Bar (772a Dundas West), $15.
3. GIANNA LAUREN Halifax-based singer/songwriter with lush and haunting tuneage. Saturday (May 9), 7:15 pm, Rivoli (334 Queen West), wristbands only.
4. HUMANS East Vancouver duo making dark-tinged indie electronic. Saturday (May 9), 11 pm, Great Hall (1087 Queen West), $20.
5. CLOUD NOTHINGS Cleveland lo-fi rock trio founded by Dylan Baldi. Saturday (May 9), midnight, Lee’s Palace (529 Bloor West), $20.
