Let Me Show You

The Music Edition

Hamilton sounds good for a reason. Thanks to the incredible musical talent and hustle of the local industry, our city is forged in music. The 2026 edition of Let Me Show You turns the camera on the artists and music-scene fixtures that make the city one of Canada’s great music destinations. See the full Let Me Show You series

More Music Stories from the Series

The Music Edition pulls in two of the original Let Me Show You characters whose stories sit at the heart of Hamilton’s music scene.

Mark Furukawa

The Record Lover

For over 30 years, Mark has been a fixture of Hamilton’s music scene through his independent record store, Dr. Disc Hamilton. Located downtown, the shop is more than a place to buy vinyl. It’s a meeting place for music lovers and artists, and Mark credits the city’s creative and collaborative spirit for keeping him going.

Lisa La Rocca

The Festival Builder

Lisa is a driving force behind some of Hamilton’s biggest music events as Director of Operations at Sonic Unyon, including the three-day blockbuster festival, Supercrawl. She champions the city’s experimental live music scene and its growing reputation as a magnet for creatives and audiences alike.

Plan Your Music Experience

Keep the music going. Here’s where to start.