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The RIFF - Toronto

The RIFF - Toronto

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Welcome to The Riff, brought to you by my-toronto.ca, where two internationally acclaimed artists (painter and animator Gary O'brien and jazz fusion guitarist Jeremy Green) dig into Toronto’s entertainment scene. They’ll be hanging out with all sorts of creative minds...from music, comedy, sports, theatre and everything that lurks in between.

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  • How You Can Own Music Royalties, Opportunities & A Hyped Sandwich The RIFF -ep7 - Tim Gallagher
    Jan 18 2026

    How can musicians stream income in today’s modern world? Our guest is a seasoned entrepreneur and music enthusiast who founded Music Royalties Inc. after successfully exiting a gold royalty company, spotting the untapped potential in song copyrights that last for the author's life plus 70 years.

    In 1-2 years everyone will be able to invest in music royalties when MusicRoyalties.com goes public. EVERYONE.

    For artists, he offers a fair alternative to selling out to major labels, letting musicians monetize royalties upfront while sharing in monthly payouts, stock appreciation, and long-term deals in movies or ads. This turns favourite songs into perpetual wealth for artists, musicians and fans alike.

    Drawing from his experience as Chairman & CEO of Metalla Royalty & Streaming Ltd. and founding multiple public companies, he pivoted to music royalties amid booming streaming on Spotify and YouTube. His mission is to acquire cash-flowing catalogs from icons like Avril Lavigne, Justin Bieber, Rihanna, Backstreet Boys, and The Who…building a diversified portfolio that has already paid over $14 million in monthly dividends, with a 360% increase since inception.

    Welcome to The Riff, Tim Gallagher of Royalties Inc!

    To learn more about Tim and how to invest in music royalties, visit www.musicroyalties.com

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    48 mins
  • Theatre Production, the Actor/Muso phenom & a Kensington fave - The RIFF - ep 6 - Donna Garner
    Dec 18 2025

    Here with us is a true Canadian triple threat, actually, quadruple threat! An actor, singer, pianist, and multi-instrumentalist, she has performed across Canada, the U.S., Austria, and Japan.

    She’s known for standout turns in major productions like “Once”, The Sound of Music, Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812, 2 Pianos, 4 Hands and the Tony-nominated Broadway musical by Steven Martin and Edie Brickell: Bright Star.

    Offstage, she’s just as accomplished: a sought-after voice specialist, masterclass clinician, private coach, and Music Director. She’s on the voice faculty at Sheridan College, serves as President of the Canadian Music Festival Adjudicators Association, and is part of the Royal Conservatory of Music’s College of Examiners.

    In her downtime, she shares life with her equally talented actor-musician husband, Rick Hughes, and their mini-schnauzer, Gustav Mahler. Because every dog is named after a famous composer.

    https://www.garnertheatreproductions.com/

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    50 mins
  • Film Animation, The Art of the Ask & Sammy Hagar's Tequila - The RIFF ep.5 DARIN BRISTOW
    Nov 23 2025

    Including SpongeBob's Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie, Darin Bristow has 30 years of experience in animation and media and has spearheaded major projects for Nelvana, Pipeline Studios, PBS Kids, Nickelodeon, and Netflix.

    Darin has produced music videos for Kim Mitchell, Big Sugar and Sammy Hagar of Van Halen, blending his talents across the entertainment industry.

    A triple graduate of Sheridan College, Darin holds a First-Class Honours master’s degree with a focus on design psychology. He now supports studios in creating content that resonate deeply with audiences. Darin also teaches at 5 Canadian leading animation programs.

    Darin is also the creator of Sammy Hagar’s unofficial podcast, which reaches listeners in over 50 countries, celebrating the Red Rocker lifestyle and the spirit of creative passion.

    Foodie Highlight: Porchetta and Co, 2022 New Zealand Pinot Noir is Staete Landt of Marlborough (State of Grace) found at the LCBO Vintage section.

    Daris Bristow can be found at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darin-bristow-ma-b733411/ AND https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow AND https://www.youtube.com/@SoulshakerRocksU

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    49 mins
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