Toronto’s reggae and dancehall crowd has a late-night vinyl session to look forward to this August. DUTTY brings Skratch Bastid and Choppa Chop together at BSMT254 for an in-person night built around deep selections, heavyweight records and the sound-system energy of a dedicated all-vinyl session. The event runs from 10:00 PM into the early morning, making it a natural fit for listeners looking for a full night of music in Toronto. The session takes place at 254 Lansdowne Avenue, in the city’s Lansdowne Avenue area.

An all-vinyl reggae and dancehall session

At the centre of the night is a shared love of reggae and dancehall on record. Skratch Bastid joins Choppa Chop behind the decks for a set of selections drawn from their extensive musical knowledge and record collections. The result is an evening focused on the craft of selection, with the music itself taking the lead. Choppa Chop is identified with BIG Toe’s HiFi, while Skratch Bastid is known for his Bastid’s BBQ event, which has been bringing music, food and community together for more than 14 years. Their appearance together gives this edition of DUTTY an especially strong connection to Toronto’s wider music and event culture.

Why this Toronto nightlife event stands out

• Reggae and dancehall focus: The session is dedicated to the sounds and traditions of reggae and dancehall.
• All-vinyl format: The night centres on selectors sharing music from their record collections.
• Two featured selectors: Skratch Bastid and Choppa Chop will be behind the decks together.
• Late-night setting: The event continues from 10:00 PM until 2:30 AM.

A night for Toronto music listeners

Whether you follow reggae and dancehall closely or enjoy discovering music through the perspective of experienced selectors, this DUTTY session offers a chance to hear a carefully curated vinyl program in a club setting. Its emphasis on records, musical knowledge and shared listening makes it more than a standard night out for anyone interested in the culture behind the sound. With the session scheduled for the final Saturday of August and continuing into Sunday morning, guests can expect a substantial four-and-a-half-hour program at BSMT254. Arriving early is encouraged in the event description, with the night positioned as a special end-of-August edition of the recurring DUTTY session.