June 2011 performance and events recap!

By far the month of June has been one of the craziest month's in 2011 jam packed with performances, award shows and much more. Juggling all of the rehearsals, meetings, studio sessions, video shoots and all of the other stuff was pretty crazy. From performance at The Sony Centre, The St.Lawrence Centre, The Rivoli, 6 Degrees and lastly attending The 2011 Dora Mavor Moore Awards alongside the cast of The Grace Project Sick, for our 2 nominations, I guess it's fair to say life has been hectic. As June's crazy schedule is only the beginning of all of the great stuff to come, I'd like to thank everyone for coming out, tweeting, supporting and just showing love at every event. I'm happy to say that while the month of June's performances for over 8,000 people was phenomenal, it was the perfect warm up, as we'll be performing for over 40,000 fans throughout the month of July in Toronto alone. Whats next? The Band and I will be doing a double performance week at Dundas Square on Sunday, July 24th for Youth Day and Saturday,July 30th for Irie Fest during Caribanna weekend. Until then, Check out some of the photo's taken by John Sanchez recapping the month of June!

For more photos at updates visit domaniquegrant.com

Opening for The STOMP Dance competition @The Sony Centre for the Performing Arts

June 4th

The Ultimate Showcase with Universal Music Publishing @The Rivoli June 8th

Night of Essence-She Rocks @ 6 Degrees June 12th

The 2011 Diversity Scholarship Awards @ The St.Lawrence Centre for the Art June 16th

Harlem Restaurant Dinner Show @ Harlem Restaurant June 18th

MUSICIANS LIST: James Faulkner (Guitar), Anthony Lewis (Bass), Daniel Cowans (Keys), Andre Ainsley (Drums), Tenisha Clarke (Vocals), Maccie Paquette (Vocals)

Domanique speaks in Newfoundland at The National Coop Federation of Housing Canada business meeting

Tomorrow Ill be flying out to Newfoundland St.Johns to speak at The Coop Federation of Housing Canada's National business meeting. Its definitely an exciting time. As someone who outside of being a performer, has always known the importance of housing, and has been working to improve the standards of housing in Toronto, I've never let age become a barrier in anything that I do. With over 164,000 people living in community housing in Toronto so many of us forget that this includes, Students, Seniors, working people and our family and friends. We assume that we can't change anything because of the current state of many of our housing complexes in the city. But imagine if everyone were to think like this. Imagine if no one were to challenge the conditions of Student Housing. Housing that shelters hundreds of thousands of students every year. As this is just one of the many examples of of all of the groups across Canada that rely on Social housing, I personally don't have the time to let age stand as a limitation for me

Ill be speaking in front of representatives from across Canada representing youth from across the country and speaking about my role as a young advocate in Canada, as The Vice President of The 3rd largest housing complex in the city. Ill also be featured in a documentary, which has captured the stories of young people from across the country who alongside many other talents are playing a large role in governance throughout Canada.

The conference will be streamed live athttp://webcasts.welcome2theshow.com/chfc2011 on May 28th at 8am Eastern Time.
Ill also be posting updates here on my website about my trip, so check back tomorrow

I'd like to remind everyone to always follow whats close to your heart, and to never let a dream become a back thought. the voice is its strongest when used with intention because life is it's fullest when lived with a purpose. Its up to you to find out what that is and to realize that your the only one that can do that for you. Trust yourself. Love yourself and find the art in advocacy!

until later

-DG

Cityonmyback.com Feature

Although this is kinda late, Check out my feature on City On My Back

Music from local artist on the come-up Domanique “Young World” is a proper, or what I guess in this era would be considered ‘traditional’....MORE

Opening for Ania Soul's video release party This Wed Oct 13th at 8pm inside Trane Studios

This Wednesday, October 13th, I will be opening for Ania Soul's video release party inside Trane Studio (964 Bathurst Street).Along side the screaning of her new video directed by the outstanding, Chris Strikes,the night will be hosted by Najjah! DJ Nana will be spinin'!!! with opening performances by myself, Gifty Singh and Kyauna Clarke! Giveaways provided by Big it Up! With a closing performance by by Miss Ania Soul and her live band!


Facebook group
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=122043627850770

Web

http://www.aniasoul.com/

See you there!!

Domanique is a finalist in the Manifesto/Artreach Youths Arts competition hosted by Matte Babel

I have been selected as 1 of the 9 finalist's to compete for $5000 dollars in The Artreach youth art's pitch competition on September 20th Hosted by Much Music's Matte Babel AND YOUR ALL INVITED!

ArtReach Toronto, Manifesto, City of Toronto Cultural Services and Toronto Community Housing present..

Hosted by Matte Babel
Music by DJ Lissa Monae

Judges:
Farley Flex
Michie Mee
Nawa Simon
Sora Olah
Gillian Hewitt Smith

STARTS AT 7PM SHARP!
FREE EVENT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

The 2010 Youth Arts Pitch Contest!
Monday September 20, 2010
99 Sudbury Street (King & Sudbury)
http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=2364713979&ref=ts

Domaniques Official birthday party+ Performance Hosted By MTV's Tika Simone THIS FRIDAY AUG 6TH

This Friday August 6th my official birthday Party's going down at The Intimate and Interactive open mic, Hosted By MTV's Tika Simone! As a special Thanks to all of my fans, I'd like to invite you all out to celebrate with great live music by Blake Carrington, Wolf J McFarlane and KJ, who will be headlining. Dj Omada will be spinning on the 1's and 2's. Oh yea! and a special performance by myself.

All of my friends, family and fans will be ON GUEST LIST ALL NIGHT! with a $5 cover. We'll have a few delectable treats, amazing performances and a wicked night!!

WHERE:Lambadina Lounge

875 Bloor(Bloor and Ossington

Start Time:10:30pm

$5 dollars all night

Opening for Andreena Mill July 9th

This Friday July 9th I will be opening for Andreena Mill at Tika Simone's Intimate and Interactive open mic. Show starts at 11pm, inside The Lambadina Lounge (875 Bloor street). SEE YOU THEIR!

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=119925148052484

Intimate and Interactive open mic Presented by Tika Simone.

On July 2nd MTV's Tika Simone launched the first audition only open mic, featuring a different headliner each week, selected from the cities amerce bucket of established artists. The event kicked off at the Lambadina lounge (875 Bloor street). I had the pleasure of opening for Mr.Erik Flowchild, who rocked the house with his captivating performance, mesmerizing lyrical content and undeniable charm! Throughout the evening we all had the pleasure of listening to Ms. Dj Omada, who spun on the 1's and 2's. This launch was the first of the weekly events, which will take place every friday, at The Lambadina Lounge Doors opening at 10pm, and the show starting at 11pm! A special Thanks goes out to Issac Llacuachaqui, on guitar, and the amazing Tika Simone.

Photos taken by Ishmil Waterman

Stylus Awards 2010

Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Stylus awards 2010
-Before the award show

Unless you were trapped in a box outside of Canada, I think it was a little difficult to ignore talk about the stylus awards, last weekend. With some of the most successful Dj's across Canada, industry reps, producers and artists, lets just say Toronto was a good place to be. In Between a crazy run in with EPMD's Erick Serman, and Parish; The Dj BBQ, after party's and The main award show, it was great being in a room with so many talented people.
The ridiculous line up of dj's included dj Wristpect, Dj Lissa Monet, Dj Spoonz, Ill Kiddz, and many more... Producers included P Plus, Boi 1Da,
This year I put aside my ticket and fly outfit and decided to work as an event staff, which was pretty crazy!!!
I have always loved behind the scenes stuff. Really seeing what goes into shows. All I have to say is award shows are quite interesting and HECTIC! but it was something, watching the show from backstage, with the nominated artists.
Guest artists for the day included Drake, Sean Desmond, Kim Davis, Danny Fernadez, Belly, Trish, Sean Booth, Rochester, Ray Robinson, Mayhem Morearty, Eastside Up and many many more
Met some great people, had some great fun, and slept a beautiful sleep the final night!!!!

DJ WRISPECT

A special shout out goes to DJ Wristpect, who took home the award for mixtape of the year and Toronto DJ of the year. MUCHHHH DESERVED!!! By far My favorite Dj!!! and the epitome of hard working!!!

To read more visit

http://wristpect.com/biography/

Kim Davis

Ms. Davis was nominated for Canadian, RnB single of the year, not to mention she killed her performance at The Mod club, last weekend. I still remember the first time I listened to her song Sometimes, it took me back to the RnB soul that this cities been missing for a while! I don't think I have come across an artist as humble and talented as she is. If you do not know Kim Davis, do yourself a favor and catch up!

http://www.myspace.com/msdavismusic