Welcome to The Urban Review

A New Point of View

The Urban Review (TUR) gives you a peek at some of the best urban talent Canada has to offer! TUR is a web-based program designed to bring local talent in the styles of music, fashion, literature and entrepreneurship, a venue to exhibit what they have to offer.

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K.G.

K.G. What A Voice!

This young lady has got it all to be the next great superstar. Just one listen to her voice and you will understand that it's only a matter of time! TUR is anxiously waiting to watch this star rise.!

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Trish

Trish!

Sway Magazine: What should music fans know about what you are bringing to the game and the industry? Trish: I'm an artist that puts my heart into everything.... I'm ready to inspire the world.

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Mia Amber

The Second Annual Fuller Woman Expo. Welcome to the Curvy Revolution

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Glenn Lewis

The talented R&B crooner was a special surprise at the TUMF and the crowd loved it!

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Cookie Couture

Very talented cookies...young, hot and sexy - fresh out the oven. This all female group serves it up hot and tells TUR why they are a triple threat!

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Melanie Fiona

Give it too us right! The young vocalist is hot off a sold out tour, and happy to be back in the T-Dot with her fans at the TUMF!

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Crown A Thornz

This dynamic group featuring J-Wyze from Flow 93.5 is a brotherhood of knowledge, music and pure talent. Showcasing their unique sound of reggae & hip hop, it was truly One Love!

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Saukrates

A veteran to the stage. Saukrates had the crowd on a natural high and took some time to chat with TUR!

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Gemeni

Still our homegirl! Gemeni was in the house and it was a family affair, with friends from the past and of course her partner in crime Mark Strong. Still an amazing team!

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Mark Strong

Mark Strong

Doing big things in the T.Dot. TUR caught up with Mark and he shares some of his many projects on the go!

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Tory Lanez

Tory Lanez

This is young urban talent. Tory represents the next generation of urban talent in the city. Showcasing his eager and energetic flow to host Hallie and even a sweet serenade!

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Lauren Christoff

A born singer, Lauren Christoff's love for music began at a very young age. With influences such as Sammy Davis Jr, Carole King, See more here

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Big Yard - A big hit!

The Jamaican based play has brought back Oliver Samuels to the cast and it is funnier than ever. The play is currently touring various locations within Ontario. TUR recommends as a must see!

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Entyse Entertainment

Get introduced to a new urban entertainment company that specializes in artist management, development...find out why you need to know about this independent record label!

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All things Ed Hardy! Made available by Canada's largest distributor, Luxury Life Brands Inc. TUR speaks with the CEO Roy Perlmuter from his Ed Hardy showroom.

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Beres Hammond

Rain couldnt stand in the way of Beres performing at the 2009 Jamaica Day Festivities.

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Shabba Ranks

The Emperor of Dance Hall tells TUR why he loves his Toronto Fans.

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Jon B

They Don't Know The Urban Review (TUR) the way they don't know Jon B. TUR speaks to the man at the 2009 Ice Cream Summer Fest.

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Mr. Entertainment!

The legendary Jay Douglas wow's audiences all around town. Lending his soulful voice and style to the many Caribana events around the city, learn more here

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Jaheim

JAHEIM continues to put the ladies first. J. remember Michael Jackson

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Kim Davis

Kim Davis's performance melts her fans at the 2009 Ice Cream Summer Fest in Toronto. TUR is happy to name her, one of the next big things.

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Serani

It's it's it's Serani, The man was playing no games when letting the ladies know what they should wear.

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Baby G

105.5 Radio host Baby G. took some time between co-hosting the 2009 Ice Cream fest to speak with TUR.

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Joe Claire

"Never knew reggae music could be so sweet, Shabba Ranks is the MAN" Joe Claire tells TUR.

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Supper K

One of Toronto's Hottest Reggae DJ's Super K. and TUR own's Host Hallie Dixon with her future husband



Badriya Moon


Miss Hot City Buzz

Badriya Moon is back in the spotlight, TUR is happy to announce Miss Badriya Moon is joining the family.

Canadian Black Film Festival

The Canadian Black Film Festival (CBFF) is Canada’s premier and only film festival which is dedicated solely to celebrating and putting the spotlight on films of black culture, origin or content, from the diverse landscapes, countries and continents that represent the fabric of African-Canadian and Diaspora filmmaking. It is a partner festival to the celebrated BFM International Festival, held annually in the UK each year.

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JAHEIM continues to put the ladies first.

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Actress and entrepreneur Tonya Lee Williams, best known for her 15-year starring role on The Young and The Restless, founded ReelWorld in 2001 in direct response to a lack of positive diverse stories on screen and sustainable opportunities for emerging talent of colour trying to break into the Canadian entertainment industry. TUR had the chance to cover this amazing event

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The Emperor graced the stage at the 2009 Ice Cream Summer Fest and the crowd responded. Toronto fans gave Shabba much love and the Emperor didn't disappoint. Shabba Ranks still got it. TUR talked with Shabba before his amazing performance.

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Miss Toronto 2009

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Miss Toronto 2009, Trician-Rene

AMW, The ladies treat

Caribana 2009 The Warm-Up