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Steve Francis finally opens up about the Vancouver Grizzlies

Filmmaker Kat Jayme and former NBA star Steve Francis discuss the legacy of the Vancouver Grizzlies, Francis’ infamous relationship with the city and their new documentary, ‘The Grizzlie Truth.’

Kevin Yeung

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What we’re listening to this week at The Shift

The new music continues to roll in. This week, we have the long-awaited release of NAV’s new album, as well as singles by Roddy Ricch, Money Man and G Herbo.

Mike Jagassar

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Black Ice hockey documentary premiering at upcoming Toronto International Film Festival

It’s an in-depth and urgent film that examines the roles Black players have shaped in the sport of ice hockey, and finally after over a year’s worth of work to put it together, Black Ice is arriving.

Mike Jagassar

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September is here and while the temperature gets a little cooler, the new music continues to roll in with the same heat. This time around, we’ve got singles by Lil Baby and Freddie Gibbs featuring Moneybagg Yo, as well as albums by Pi’erre Bourne and... Serge Ibaka?

- Mike Jagassar

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LeBron James shows Vancouver love after appearing at Kendrick Lamar’s concert

Usually, when LeBron James comes to Canada, it’s to put his game face on to take on the Toronto Raptors on their home court, a team he’s historically played rather well against (see “LeBronto”).

- Mike Jagassar

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This week, we have DJ Khaled’s long-awaited album and a new project by JID, as well as singles by Lil Tjay, Offset, Moneybagg Yo and NAV.

- Mike Jagassar

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Happy Friday! There’s just over a month of fall left which means it’s officially crunch time for the last hits of summer to drop! On tap this week, we’ve got singles by Offset and Fivio Foreign, as well as albums by Internet Money and Larry June.

- Mike Jagassar

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August continues to chug along, which means we have more music to listen to as the summer season wanes to a close. This time around, we got albums from The Game and Rod Wave and Megan Thee Stallion as well as singles by Nicki Minaj and Tyga, featuring Pop Smoke and Jhené Aiko.

- Mike Jagassar

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Highlights and lowlights from Toronto’s OVO Fest and Kultureland

Unless you’ve been living under a rock this past week and a bit in the midst of Ontario’s summer concert season, then you’ve probably heard of the concert events that took Toronto by storm this weekend – the first being the return of Drake’s OVO fest to Toronto and the second being the much anticipated Kultureland festival in Markham.

- Mike Jagassar

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This week’s instalment sees us getting the chance to finally listen to some long-awaited projects, while some surprise tracks also dropped as well to keep spicing up this summer’s playlist! On tap this week, we have albums by Calvin Harris, NBA Youngboy, as well as singles by DJ Khaled, featuring Drake and Lil Baby, as well as another hit by Trippie Redd, featuring Offset and Moneybagg Yo.

Mike Jagassar

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The summer of music continues. This week, we finally got to hear Beyoncé’s long-awaited album, as well as a project from Wiz Khalifa and a heat-filled single from Nav, featuring Travis Scott and Lil Baby, along with a single from Migos… or at least some of them.

Mike Jagassar

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Albums! On this week’s installment, we’re listening to some new long plays and EPs by some big names like Joey Bada$$, Rico Nasty, and Lil Uzi Vert along with a sick new single by Lil Durk and Southside.

- Mike Jagassar

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The best moments from the 2022 ESPYs

The 2022 ESPYs, hosted by Stephen Curry, brought together many memorable moments, from subtle and not-so-subtle roasts to powerful messages that are bigger than sports.

- Daniella Lopez

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The summer continues on as we have more new tracks to vibe to. On deck this week, we have a throwback album (again) along with singles by Kid Cudi, Joey Bada$$, Calvin Harris, and Roy Woods.

- Mike Jagassar

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Drake announces October World Weekend event in Toronto

Almost one month after the release of Drake’s seventh studio album, Honestly, Nevermind, the Canadian rapper announced a lead-up event to his highly-popular OVO Fest. Titled October World Weekend, the event is scheduled to take place July 28, 29 and Aug. 1 at Drake’s club History and Budweiser Stage. The lineup includes a range of talented Canadian artists who will perform at the nightclub. Meanwhile, Chris Brown, Lil Baby, Nicki Minaj and Lil Wayne are set to perform at Budweiser Stage. The latter is advertised as a “Young Money Reunion,” so Drake will likely perform alongside the two rap legends.

- The Shift Staff

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As we cross into the deep dregs of the summer season, new music keeps rolling out to listen to during these hot days. On tap this week, we got albums from Kid Cudi and Brent Faiyaz, along with a single from Murda Beatz, and a crazy collab from Fivio Foreign and The Kid Laroi.

- Mike Jagassar

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'Ms. Marvel' star Iman Vellani talks playing Marvel's first Muslim superhero

Iman Vellani, who currently stars in ‘Ms. Marvel,’ joins The Shift’s Kevin Yeung to talk about landing her dream role as a Marvel hero, the show’s deep-diving portrayal of Pakistani and Muslim communities, and representing for her hometown of Markham.

- Kevin Yeung

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Beyoncé reveals cover artwork for upcoming album, Renaissance

Beyoncé has revealed the cover artwork for her upcoming seventh album, Renaissance.

- The Shift Staff

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Vince Staples starring in Showtime comedy series, ‘The Wood’

Vince Staples has reportedly landed a role in the pilot of an upcoming Showtime comedy, The Wood, according to Variety.

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​Steve Francis finally opens up about the Vancouver Grizzlies

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Black Ice hockey documentary premiering at upcoming Toronto International Film Festival

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LeBron James shows Vancouver love after appearing at Kendrick Lamar’s concert

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Highlights and lowlights from Toronto’s OVO Fest and Kultureland

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The best moments from the 2022 ESPYs

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Drake announces October World Weekend event in Toronto

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What we’re listening to this week at The Shift

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'Ms. Marvel' star Iman Vellani talks playing Marvel's first Muslim superhero

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Beyoncé reveals cover artwork for upcoming album, Renaissance

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Vince Staples starring in Showtime comedy series, ‘The Wood’

Steve Francis finally opens up about the Vancouver Grizzlies