West Coast Tribal Electro-Funk & Reggae Band Wassabi Collective at BSMT254
About this Event
NuFunk Concerts presents
THE WASSABI COLLECTIVE
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4th, 2026
BSMT 254: 254 Lansdowne Ave, Toronto | 9:30pm Doors
2 sets
Limited capacity event.
THE WASSABI COLLECTIVE
After forming in 2000 and stepping away in 2012, Wassabi Collective spent over a decade crisscrossing Canada in a converted school bus, building a devoted cult following along the way. Known for their progressive world beats, explosive live shows, and infectious feel-good energy, the West Coast crew lit up stages across North America—headlining festivals, filling legendary venues, and even landing a feature on PBS’ Roadtrip Nation. They capped off their initial run with a standout performance at the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics before taking a well-earned hiatus.
Led by sultry vocalist/percussionist Melissa Meretsky and frontman/guitarist Brent “Gisto” Hongisto, Wassabi brings both heart and heat—inviting audiences to move, think, and feel. After more than a decade away, they’re making their long-awaited return with the same electrifying energy and spirit of activism that made them festival favourites.
Now they’re back—and spicier than ever.
Get ready for a full-blown musical revival from one of the West Coast’s most beloved live acts—join the circus!
“Wassabi’s joyous sound takes you on a cosmic carpet ride from satisfaction to pure bliss... THE ULTIMATE FEEL GOOD ELIXIR.”
— Exclaim! Magazine
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Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
CAD 23.17 to CAD 31.59
