Spin Class
spinclass.bsky.social
Spin Class
@spinclass.bsky.social
Spin Class is a monthly social & listening party. We play only locally sourced sounds and feature artists, playing an album of theirs in full and a short interview in an effort to connect the music scene.
Hey Bluesky, Howlin’ Circus is playing their final show of the year and the Creature Tour on Saturday Nov 8 at Handlebar in Toronto w/ Wampums and Vivienne Wilder. #SpinClassLocal #TorontoMusicScene #LiveMusicToronto #rocknroll #garagerock #PunkRock #LocalBands #brmc
November 6, 2025 at 6:40 PM
Giant Tiger (@gianttigertheband) — tearing it up with Sportsworld, eight fiery tracks of DIY punk rock, big riffs and Toronto angst.
November 6, 2025 at 1:59 PM
The Coalition (@theco.alition) — ready to lay down their explosive album Can You See Me Coming, a rebellious mix of funk, rock & electronic energy.
November 6, 2025 at 1:59 PM
Niña Volcán (@nina_volcan) — spinning their dreamy, danceable debut Macondo, drenched in Cumbia, electronica, jazz and Afrobeat vibes.
November 6, 2025 at 1:58 PM
Last #SpinClassLocal for 2025. 3 Albums, 1 night, free, accessible venue. Come connect listening to Toronto #cumbia #hiphop and #punk let’s connect the community at Danu Social House 1237 Queen St. W. On Sunday Nov 9 6-10PM #torontomusic #homemade #localartists #localmusic
November 6, 2025 at 1:57 PM
Ep. 95 of Social Animals is out now!
Chatting w/ singer-songwriter & radio host Matthew Holtby about friendship, music, & a wild cat story. 🎙️🎸
Listen: podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/s... @matthewholtbymusic.bsky.social @camcarp.bsky.social
October 15, 2025 at 10:58 AM
Social Animals Podcast sits down with Rachel Phan, author of Restaurant Kid, to talk friendship, furry friends and good on Episode 93. podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/s... @pegasusbooks.bsky.social #storytelling #memoir #socialanimalspodcast #rachelphan
September 10, 2025 at 11:09 AM
Three Albums living Rent Free in my head right now. Songs feature on the Spin Class Local playlist, subscribe here open.spotify.com/playlist/53j... for #localmusic #localartists #communitymusic Miracle Fraud, The Ape-Ettes and Lennie Rayen are #communityartists #locals #musicmakers #canadianmusic
August 28, 2025 at 1:19 PM
🎙️ New episode alert! Chatting with Manfred Sittmann of Toronto’s Elephants and Stars about tattoos, creative control, and a wild cabin-in-the-woods story. Listen now!
🔗 open.spotify.com/episode/6MjP...
#SocialAnimalsPodcast #ElephantsAndStars #TorontoMusic #Podcast
August 13, 2025 at 12:05 PM
Come hang tomorrow at Danu Social House: 1237 Queen St West in Toronto for in-person interviews and full listening party for brand new albums by Wampums and Ben E. Wood. #SpinClassLocal #SpinClass #LocalMusic #LocalVenues #RockNRoll #Community #MusicScene #LiveMusic #TorontoMusic #TorontoCulture
August 9, 2025 at 5:27 PM
🚨 Spin Class Feature Artist Alert 🚨

We’re thrilled to be spotlighting Still Life by Lebanese-Canadian artist Jad Hammoud at this month’s Spin Class—our community listening party + social!

Even better? Jad will be in the room to talk about the album, his journey, and the stories behind the songs.
June 19, 2025 at 10:29 PM
Supermarket Bar & Variety:
Tucked into the heart of Kensington Market, Supermarket is a beloved local hub. A cozy front bar and open back room (no columns=clear sightlines), it’s one of the few venues where every night feels like a community reunion. ♿️ Not Accessible - #SupermarketTO #KensingtonTO
June 10, 2025 at 1:39 PM
The Garrison isn’t just a venue — it’s a local landmark, a sonic sanctuary, and a beloved space for artists and audiences to come together. Wheelchair accessible

#SpinClassLocal #TheGarrisonTO #LittlePortugal #DoWestFest #SPRTLCL #IndieVenue #LiveMusicToronto #LocalMusicScene #AccessibleToronto
June 2, 2025 at 1:59 PM
Local music lives at The Black Swan.
Established in 1972, this East Side gem is more than just an English-style pub — it's a longtime champion of Toronto’s indie music scene.

#TheBlackSwanTavern #TorontoMusicScene #SupportLocalMusic #LiveMusicToronto #DanforthMusic #EastEndGems
May 26, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Sunday June 8th at Danu Social House at 1237 Queen St. W. In Toronto. We’re going to spin these two records and interview the artists. Come hang!
May 24, 2025 at 2:24 AM
We’re doing this tomorrow, if you’re in #toronto and need a #fun thing #todo come out to #swandive on #dundaswest for drinks, tunes, and raffle prizes to #saveswandive and support #localmusic
May 16, 2025 at 9:12 PM
Episode 89 with Toronto-based comedian Foad HP available now. #foryou #fyp #toronto #canada #america #uk #FoadHP #FoadHPLive #TorontoComedian get it: open.spotify.com/episode/7M9f...
May 8, 2025 at 4:05 AM
Come hang out on Saturday May 17 for a day of local live music and raffle prizes in an effort to help save our beloved Swan Dive 1631 Dundas St. W #torontolife #torontoculture #spinclasslocal #localmusic #divebars #live #livemusic #glizzy
May 5, 2025 at 12:54 PM
Rent Free Albums living in my head this week:

Artist: Intimidators, Peterborough
Album: BENT #FRESH

Artist: Angel Apricot, Toronto
Album: The Pink Sunset Over You

Artist: Graven, Ottawa
Album: Always Everything

Spin Class Spotify Playlist: LINK IN BIO

#SpinClassLocal #LocalMusic #Community
April 16, 2025 at 12:44 PM
Tonight’s Spin Class at Danu Social House in Parkdale features 2 great local artists @thejci.bsky.social and Stephen Stanley. Doors at 6PM, first interview and album at 7PM. #queerfriendly #accessible No Cover!
April 13, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Here are the Albums that have been living Rent Free in my head this week!

Artist: Carbon Memory
Album: Tourist

Artist: Shiv And The Carvers
Album: Tell Me You Love Me Again

Artist: Colour Film
Album: Half An Hour

Spin Class Playlist:

open.spotify.com/playlist/53j...
April 2, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Episode 88 Available Now!

Today I’m hanging out with Stephen Stohn. Entertainment lawyer and co-producer of the Degrassi television series. Stephen takes me on a wonderful journey of friendship.

Listen here: podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/s...

Photographer credit:
www.giovannicapriotti.com
April 2, 2025 at 2:17 PM
Albums that have been getting the most mileage this week!

All bands: #Toronto

Artist: HIS HIS
Album: Good Gold Cassette - 2024

Artist: Little Vanity
Album: Project - 2023

Artist: The Neverminds
Album: Nevermind the Winter - 2024

open.spotify.com/playlist/53j...

#SpinClassLocal #SpinClass
March 19, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Here are some of the Albums that have been getting the most mileage this week!

Artist: Michael Cloud Duguay, Peterborough
Wobbly Yonder

Artist: Tiny Cobras, Toronto
In The Shadow of My Dying Horse

Artist: Nate and The Busy Boys, NB
Busy Doing Nothing

#SpinClassLocal #LocalMusic
March 12, 2025 at 2:45 PM
The Baby G is the younger, roudier sister of the garrison. The beating heart of toronto’s underground music scene and the perfect place to find new acts that are about to play much bigger stages

#venuesthatmatter
#SpinClassLocal #LocalVenues
March 11, 2025 at 2:27 PM