Karaoke Sundays hosted by Crossroads Entertainment

Grab the mic and own the night at The Toucan—Kingston’s favorite Irish pub—where every Sunday turns into a full-blown singalong. Whether you're channeling your inner rockstar, crooner, or 90s throwback queen, our stage is your stage from 10:30 PM till 2 AM.

🔥 No cover. 🍻 Cold pints, great vibes. 🎶 Endless song choices, epic memories.

Bring your friends, your best high note, and maybe a little liquid courage. It’s karaoke the way it was meant to be: loud, lively, and fueled by Guinness.

See you under the green lights this Sunday at The Toucan!

FABB returns to their home away from home to do it again. The last show was a blowout, so get your beauty sleep and get ready to let loose. Featuring original members Mike Farrell, Spencer Evans, Ian 'Loaf' Woodward, Bōnz Bowering and Scott Megginson.

The Burningtree is an energetic Canadian rock band from Ottawa, known for mixing classic/alternative/prog rock influences.

Formed in 2021 in Prescott, Ontario, Sun Dried Flies channel the spirit of ’90s alternative rock while fearlessly diving into every genre under the sun—classic rock, grunge, blues, country, funk, pop, and more. They play everything you want… and more.

Known for high-energy, crowd-moving performances, they’ve rocked stages from The Horseshoe Tavern to The Toucan and The Rainbow Bistro, sharing bills with Canadian music icons David Wilcox and Kim Mitchell. Whether it’s an intimate bar or a packed festival, Sun Dried Flies deliver the kind of show you’ll talk about long after the lights go down.

“The band's audience engagement is what really stood out. They had the crowd dancing, singing, and clapping along their entire performance.”
— The Fishwrapper

The ToneKats is a versatile & experienced Canadian band based out of Kingston, Ontario. They perform Classic and newer rock, some catchy country rock, and their own original high-energy rock! These Kats even take requests! The band plays something for everyone!

The ” Ghetto Xpress ” was formed in October of the year 2000, in response for the need of a new house band at the Toucan on Monday nights, a gig previously occupied by Kingston blues stalwarts Blue Monday for the previous 2 1/2 years. Blue Monday members Zak Colbert and Mike Sakell, decided to continue on with a different band and a change of concept, and formed the Express. With keyboard wizard Spencer Evans throwing his hat in, and the addition of a fresh new face on guitar, James Taylor, the band was complete. The original repertoire focused heavily on the sounds of Motown, and classic R&B, but with the addition of Jonathan Stewart a.k.a ” Bunny ” on tenor saxophone a few years ago, the band took a decidedly more funky New Orleans type approach. Zak and James eventually left the band to be replaced by Zak’s young protege, Alec Barken, on bass, and Mark Taras on guitar, and that has been the lineup for the last eight years.

Known for sharing the stage with musical friends who drop by now and then, many touring acts with a night off in Kingston, manage to find their way to the stage and sit in with the band.Some of the notable ones include, Colin James, the Blue man group band, Sarah Harmer, Ryan Lewis, and members of Trooper to name just a few. You never know who’s going to show up when Ghetto Xpress hits the stage.

This band is one of those “must see ” acts, so next time you hear about one of their shows, make sure to get out and see them,or sit in with them, and remember to keep on truckin….

 Rooted in the rich musical landscape of Kingston, Ontario, Emilie Steele & The Deal weaves their blend of indie rock and alt-country into a sonic tapestry. Following the release of their 2019 EP and with years of live performances, the band is revved up to rock their debut album, 'Cut The Deck', which showcases their songwriting, versatility, and undeniable groove. Steele navigates life’s lessons and longings with lyrical prowess and humor. Her spirited stage presence captivates, while The Deal electrifies song and stage.

Emilie Steele & The Deal have toured Ontario and have shared the stage with Fred Eaglesmith, Terra Lightfoot and The Sadies among others

Drink-182 is the world’s best and most authentic Blink-182 homage group. They formed in 2015 and have played throughout Canada to packed out rooms, Filling crowds with nostalgia and filling bar tills with dollar bills. Drink-182 strives on representing the most accurate depiction of Blink-182, from replicating Blink’s current set list, to clothing, to instrument and stage set up.

MEMBERS:

Guillaume was born in 1990, picking up drums at ten after discovering Blink-182’s Enema of the State. He spent the following years meticulously studying Travis Barker’s playing and drumming in over a dozen bands throughout highschool. In 2008, his band opened for the Backstreet boys for the Asia leg of their Unbreakable Tour. In 2015, he joined The Brains and went on to tour internationally with acts like NOFX, Millencolin, Simple Plan, The Darkness, Avatar, The Reverend Horton Heat and Taking Back Sunday. In 2017, he also officially joined The Mahones,and has since toured with The Dropkick Murphys, Stiff Little Fingers, Agnostic Front, The Damned, Suicidal Tendencies, UK Subs, Sick of It All,Blue Rodeo, The Defects, Madball and Against Me. He joined Drink-182 in 2024.

Eric picked up the guitar at 16, inspired by Blink 182’s early VHS home videos. This would be the foundation for a lifelong passion and a headfirst deep-dive into the world of punk-rock, playing his first show and entering the studio for the first time that same year. Eric’s songwriting accumens have been evidenced in genres as wide ranging as pop and metal in various projects since then. He joined Drink-182 in 2016, handling production and promotion on top of his guitar and vocal duties. His attention to details and drive for absolute authenticity drives Drink-182’s ethic.

Mike picked up the bass at 18, and shortly thereafter the drums as well. Initially drawn to grunge, metal and rock, he dove headfirst into punk rock in 2013, inspired by Blink 182. In 2015, he formed Drink-182 and went on to play hundreds of shows across the regional Quebec scene- honing his craft and continually striving to present the best Blink-182 homage show in town. He also plays for Vicieux & Delicieux and Never on Thursday alongside his longtime friend, Eric. He is credited for 2 full length albums and several EPs with those projects.

Vivienne Wilder is a Toronto-based singer/songwriter and bassist whose music channels raw vulnerability, defiant resilience, and fleeting beauty through an alt-rock lens. Classically trained but forged in the neon glow of dive bars and restless touring circuits, her songs fuse confessional lyricism with a sharp-edged emotional intensity, delivered through a voice that swings effortlessly between haunting fragility and blistering ferocity.

Vivienne’s third full-length album, Terrible Human, sees her working closely with producer/guitarist Ian Docherty (July Talk, Dwayne Gretzky) to craft her most cohesive and emotionally resonant work yet. On the biting “Sex Machine,” gnarly bass and sneering vocals skewer an ex’s inflated self-image with seething wit. The frenetic “Total Mess” confronts personal flaws head-on with raw self-awareness and indie-rock textures, while “Ten Year Bender” blends swaggering attitude with world-weary storytelling, painting a portrait of excess, regret, and fleeting catharsis.

Frank Ryan, a singer songwriter from Dublin, will be taking the stage and playing a range of covers and original songs! His music has been described as “soulful rock” with hauntingly powerful and melodic vocals.

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Join us for a night of rock ‘n’ roll featuring Bon Evans, playing his originals, a mix of cover hits and one hit wonders!

Bon Evans is a Kingston-based musician and songwriter whose music serves as a beacon of light in the ever-spinning chaos we call life. With a repertoire that ignites the spirit and illuminates the human experience, Bon is more than just a songwriter – he’s a storyteller, a community builder, and a beacon of positivity.

Sarah Jayne Riley
Have you ever pressed the reset button on your life? Sarah Jayne Riley did—and hasn’t looked back. Trading a conventional career for her true calling, music, she transformed herself into a fresh indie-pop artist whose message and voice resonates. With lyrics that embody resilience, self-empowerment, and rebellion, her debut EP 'Rules for the Collective Good' is ready to release April 2025. SJR is building a launch pad and is a rocket; prepare for liftoff.

“Somewhere between Muse and Kate Bush.” This is the response from Iran-born, Toronto-raised Parmida Kakavand – the mind behind Päter – when asked to describe their meld of Alt Rock, Singer-Songwriter and Pop. The irreverence one could assume from their answer is at the forefront of much of their catalogue, spanning from 2020’s viral hit “Dam, Damn” (which amassed over 2.5 million streams online) to 2024’s “Nicotine Hallelujah”, a folk leaning indie rock anthem on trying their first cigarette.

With their debut 2024 LP “4-7 Company”, co-produced with Howard Redekopp (Tegan & Sara, Mother Mother), Päter explores the underbelly of their carefree persona, diving into darker soundscapes and raw, vulnerable lyricism. The album earned the artist critical acclaim on outlets like CBC, Exclaim! and Obscure Sound. 2024 saw Päter featured on festival stages at CMW, Cityfolk Ottawa, and POP Montreal. With their eclectic sound and praise winning performances, all signs show Päter as an artist on the rise. There’s no telling what we’ll hear next, but this Canadian artist has commanded our attention.

Johnson Street: https://www.instagram.com/johnsonstreetband/

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In Your Walls: https://www.instagram.com/inyourwallsband/?hl=en

Join us for a night of Queens and local bands! Last Call is a 7-piece indie rock and roll band featured in the clip below.

Golden Feather is a group from Hamilton, ON, comprised of members Bradley Germain, Steve Kiely, Ronson, Gareth Inkster, Murray Heaton and Daniel Walton - a group that shares a love of music that takes its listeners on a journey. They have released three EPs - “Light On Water” (2020), “In Air” (2022) and “Now & Then” (2022), a live album - “Welcome\\Release” (2023), their full length self titled album “Golden Feather” (2024), and most recently, another live album “Cosmic Rays” (2025).

Seeing the band live is where you get to really see what they’re all about. It’s very much a two way transfer of energy between the crowd and the band. They’re not afraid to explore their music and try new things out, especially in front of a live audience. Golden Feather shows are full of dancing, sing alongs, and good vibes, something that has to be experienced for yourself to believe. Come watch the Feather Fly!

Rocket Surgery consists of singer and songwriter Rueben deGroot and his supremely talented backing band.

Since 2012, Rocket Surgery’s unique melding of jazz, roots rock, alternative, and prog has kept audiences dancing and smiling every Monday night at The Toucan in Kingston, Ontario. Rueben has recently shared the stage with Corb Lund, Sarah Harmer, NQ Arbuckle Band, Coco Love Alcorn, and Oh Susanna (who covered one  of his songs on her 2014 album Name Dropper).

Rocking out since 2023, Calum Kennelly and the Third Line deliver a powerful energy to everystage! Inspired by artists like “the Tragically Hip” and Matthew Good, lyricist and lead vocalistCalum Kennelly creates a powerful alt-rock sound based deeply inpersonal experience. Backedby guitarist Batu Aras’ Eric Johnson-esque virtuoso style and the precise rhythm of Matt Vella(Drums) and Brendan Somerville (bass), the bandblends their alt rock style with elements ofcountry and classic rock to create a signature style that’s both familiar and fresh. Making stopsin bars, clubs, ribfests and music festivals all across Ontario, Calum Kennelly and the Third Linebrings the heat to any stage!