???? Southern Time Band — Rock That Awakens
Back in 2005, shortly after the founding of Southern Time Productions, we staged our first multimedia rock opera at Vancouver’s Wise Hall. It was called Southern Time — a powerful mix of music, visuals, and story that would later evolve into our flagship series: Dreamer.
From that moment, the Southern Time Band (STB) was born — and we’ve been creating meaningful, mission-driven music ever since.
Today, STB is the musical heartbeat of Southern Time Productions, an emerging Toronto-based music, film, social media, and impact company. Through our performances and songs, we’re building more than a band — we’re building a movement.
???? What We Stand For
Southern Time Band isn’t just here to entertain. We’re here to educate, advocate, and elevate.
- We use our music to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS, stigma, and the path to healing.
- We’ve performed at nearly every International AIDS Conference since 2010.
- We proudly donate a portion of all proceeds to the Southern Time Foundation, whose goal is to help end AIDS by 2030, in line with UNAIDS global targets.
- As funding comes in, we’ll launch worldwide performances — both online and in-person — to amplify our message and inspire change.
We’re not just a band. We’re a voice for justice, love, and collective liberation.
???? Our Message
At our core, STB believes in the power of music to unite people across differences and borders. Through personal storytelling and high-impact rock performances, Justin and T — both living with HIV — share raw truths and uplifting visions of what’s possible when we remove shame and embrace love.
Our shows are more than concerts. They’re experiences that ask:
What would the world look like if we truly believed everyone deserves a life of freedom, healing, and joy?
???? Our Debut Album
Our first album, Lost in Love No More, tells the emotional arc of the Dreamer series through nine soul-stirring tracks, including:
- Lost in Love
- Time
- Neville
- Desert Moon
- Lies
- Searching for Love
Each song is a chapter in a deeper story — one of pain, redemption, and the power to dream again.
???? Watch, Listen, Feel
We’ve rocked stages at:
- AIDS 2022 in Montreal
- AIDS 2020: Virtual Conference
- World AIDS Day 2019 for the AIDS Committee of York Region
Now, we invite you to experience the heart of our message — right here.
???? Below are some of our most powerful videos to date.
???? You’re just one click away from discovering our musical utopia.