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NEXT’s Toronto Live Music Guide for November 2024

“The Boss” is back just in time for Taylor’s Toronto takeover

By: Adam Davidson

Americana legends The Jayhawks, Bruce Springsteen and British singer-songwriter Myles Smith come to town, but then it’s all-Taylor, all-the-time with Taylor Swift’s six-show Toronto ‘Eras’ takeover.

Here’s NEXT’s top picks for live music in Toronto this November.

Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band

Sun., Nov. 3 – Wed. Nov. 6

Where: Scotiabank Arena, 40 Bay St.
Genre: Rock
Why you should go: The wait is finally over! The Boss postponed his 2023 Canadian dates to focus on his health but is back and ready to rock the Scotiabank Arena. Springsteen has a legendary status for his long and entertaining live performances that run for many hours, and despite being in his mid-70s, he shows no sign of slowing down or retiring.

The Jayhawks

Thurs., Nov. 7

Where: The Great Hall, 1087 Queen St. W.
Genre: Americana
Why you should go: Americana legends The Jayhawks scratch a Wilco itch, the bands breaking out together

Myles Smith

Thurs., Nov. 7

Where: The Opera House, 735 Queen St. E.
Genre: Pop
Why you should go: Myles Smith is on a hot streak. The British singer-songwriter went viral for the hit song Solo. He proved he wasn’t just a one-trick pony as his latest big single, Stargazing, took his career to the next level and gained him legions of fans across the world for his catchy pop melodies.

Taylor Swift

Thurs., Nov. 14 –16 and Nov. 21 – 23

Where: Rogers Centre, 1 Blue Jays Way
Genre: Pop
Why you should go: After breaking records and causing mass hysteria all around the world, Taylor Swift brings her Eras Tour to Rogers Centre for an impressive sold-out, six-show run. For those lucky enough to get tickets, be prepared to be taken on a career-spanning journey by one of the biggest stars in the world.

Shiv and the Carvers

Fri., Nov. 15.

Where: Bovine Sex Club, 542 Queen St. W.
Genre: Punk
Why you should go: The Roller Skate Punk band were formed in 2021 and they have been carving out a space for themselves in the thriving punk scene in Toronto. Be prepared for an exciting night of music and a diverse mixture of songs from original tracks to a cover of Shania Twain’s That Don’t Impress Me Much.

MENNO VERSTEEG with Janky Bungag

Sat., Nov. 16

Where: Monarch Tavern, 12 Clinton St.
Genre: Indie
Why you should go: Former Hollerado main man Menno Versteeg has released a fresh introspective album and is back on the road doing what he loves.

Jim Cuddy

Jim Cuddy Band

Wed., Nov. 27

Where: Massey Hall, 178 Victoria St.
Genre: Roots
Why you should go: Blue Rodeo’s Jim Cuddy celebrates the release of his sixth solo album — the 5-N rated All the World Fades Away, released in June — playing one of his favourite rooms in the country.