ON THE RISE: 5 Toronto Artists To Watch

5 Toronto Artists To Watch

Toronto is budding with up-and-coming artists. Here are 5 to keep an eye on.

Over the last few years, Toronto has produced some of the biggest rap and R&B stars of today. The sudden focus on the music scene in the Ontario capital has put the spotlight on a whole new generation of promising artists in the city, and today we're looking at five who have the potential to do big things in the future. From gritty trap to experimental pop, each of the artists brings their own style to the table, but also proudly bear the influence of the city they call home.

Check out our picks in the video below, and click through the galleries to hear more music from these young Canadians.

VIDEOS: Listen To Big Lean’s “All Times” Featuring King Louie

Watch Big Lean’s “All Times” Featuring King Louie

“Europeans at all times. Gucci belts at all times”

Big Lean drops his street single titled “All Times” featuring King Louie. Produced by Pro Logic, the video shows both artists mobbing out in TDot with a backdrop of a catchy hook that compliments the equally street-influenced lyrics. Directed by Toronto based videographer Zac Facts. The energy of the video matches up to this street banger. Also look out for the cameo by RepsUp/OVO artist Sha Hustle.

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