Punchline Party w/ Shapes

About this event

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We’re celebrating a night of laughs before and after the Matt Rife show. Join us for giveaways, live music, and drinks flowing the entire night!

Shapes

Toronto-based jam band Shapes reflect a shape-shifting, dynamic force that is carving an atmospheric path for themselves. Led by Bryan Silverberg (guitar) and Dave Hollingshead (keyboards), Shapes was born out of their mutual love for abstract ideas mixed with a deranged sense of humour. Notable for their constant touring presence and live gravitas, the group sees music as a form of escapism and a deeper, immersive experience worth inviting listeners and audience members into. Shapes sees the very nature of music as fluid, with distinct, textural “shapes” forming through each song they create. Grooving percussion and hypnotic guitars beckon listeners to a sonic space that bends practical sounds into free-flowing breakdowns. Live performances shift from dreamy, jazz-inspired sets to expansive, psychedelic jam sessions reminiscent of the work of Geordie Greep, Frank Zappa, Phish, and King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard. Growling wah-wah pedals and cosmic nu-jazz pockets define the sound, cutting every moment into smooth, vibrant textures reminiscent of the ’70s, alongside modern guitar tones and timeless Funkadelic chords.

The release of their 2023 EP What If? sparked initial interest in the Toronto community, which was further built by consistent live performance. Consistent two-to three-night runs landed the group in areas across Canada and the United States, including New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. Notable venues such as Buffalo Iron Works and The Westcott Theater became stations for transcendental performances, letting them experiment with genre-bending, kaleidoscopic arrangements.

The band’s latest project, Planet Android, explores technology, nature, dystopia, and humanity’s continued dependence on devices as a cautionary tale. Set in an alternative universe, the project follows a defined story arc with actualized characters who reflect innermost questions about society. Following its release in April 2026, Planet Android garnered praise in Relix and JamBase, helping build buzz and acclaim for the group’s multi-genre tone.

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From Buffalo Iron Works