Astral Media presents The Beat
Saturday, Oct 18 2008, 9:00PM
Hard Rock Café, 279 Yonge Street
Followed by music performances featuring Derek Miller and Kinnie Starr with Ghostkeeper.
Followed by music performances featuring Derek Miller and Kinnie Starr with Ghostkeeper.
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