SOTD: Jasper Sloan Yip – The Day Passed and the Sun Went Down
Jasper Sloan Yip recently released the first single, “The Day Passed and the Sun Went Down”, from his upcoming third full-length record Post Meridiem.
SOTD: Belle Game – Bring Me
Vancouver’s very own Belle Game is back, and they’re sounding bigger and better than ever. The band continues to build on the dark pop soundscapes that were introduced in their debut album Ritual Tradition Habit back in 2013. Their latest track “Bring Me” weaves in subsonic rhythms with a crescendo of vocals by Andrea Lo. The band’s sophomore effort, Fear Nothing, was released today through Arts & Crafts.
TICKET GIVEAWAY: Hollerado @ COMMODORE BALLROOM – June 10, 2017
Ottawa’s own Hollerado went back to the basics for their third studio album, Born Yesterday. In support of their latest release, the band will be playing the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver on Saturday June 10th. Courtesy of Live Nation, enter below for your chance to win a pair of tickets to the show and join in on Hollerado’s zest for life.
SOTD: The Paper Kites – Renegade
The Paper Kites are currently touring North America with Passenger, and will be stopping in Vancouver on Saturday March 25th at the Orpheum Theatre.
NEWS: BC artist opportunity at Upstream Music Fest + Summit
Music BC will be partnering with the Upstream Music Fest + Summit taking place in Seattle’s Pioneer Square from May 11th to 13th. BC artists have the opportunity to be showcased at the inaugural event by applying online by March 22nd.
PREVIEW: The Katherines – To Bring You My Heart
The Katherines will be bringing you their collective heart(s) in the form of their debut album on January 13th.
SOTD: Lovecoast – The Floor
Lovecoast will be playing a free outdoor show as part of CBC’s Musical Nooners tomorrow from 12:00 to 1:00pm.
TICKET GIVEAWAY: Fitz and the Tantrums @ VOGUE THEATRE – August 24, 2016
Fitz and the Tantrums is currently headlining the “Get Right Back Tour” and will be making a stop in Vancouver on August 24th at the Vogue Theatre. Enter below for your chance to win a pair of tickets!
EVENTS: Red Truck 2016 Concert Series
The Red Truck Brewery Concert Series returns to Vancouver for a second year and will be kicking off tonight. The Truck Stop Concert Series brings not only great music in an outdoor setting, but provides great company with great beer. The three shows will be on June 11th, July 9th, and August 6th.
TICKET GIVEAWAY: Saint Motel @ THE IMPERIAL – May 22, 2016
There’s no doubt that Los Angeles’ Saint Motel knows what it takes to get a party started. Case in point? Their breakout single “My Type” was on rotation at every party last summer, solidifying their spot on new music playlists everywhere. There’s something about the music of Saint Motel that is as equally retro as it is futuristic, and the four-piece band excels with shimmery synths and atmospheric melodies. The band will be touching down in Vancouver on Sunday May 22nd at The Imperial with guests Phases. Courtesy of Live Nation, enter for your chance to win two tickets to see Saint Motel below.
NEWS: MusiCounts Announces Contribution to BC Schools’ Music Programs
Earlier this week, MusiCounts made an announcement at Abbotsford Senior Secondary School alongside special guests Marianas Trench. The Canadian music education charity announced the donation of $55,000 to six BC schools as part of their Band Aid Program.
EVENTS: Lovecoast @ GUILT & CO – April 16, 2016
Lovecoast will be playing their first Vancouver show of the year at Guilt & Company this Saturday April 16th. This has been a busy year so far […]
SOTD: Seaborne – Night Waves
Seaborne is a new electronic duo from Vancouver comprising of Maryse Bernard and Solomon Krause-Imlach. The duo recently released their debut single “Night Waves” from their upcoming EP, Lustre.
TICKET GIVEAWAY: Rachel Platten @ VOGUE THEATRE – March 28, 2016
Rachel Platten is currently on tour in support of her major label debut, Wildfire. She will be making a stop in Vancouver on March 28th at the Vogue Theatre.
TICKET GIVEAWAY: Fast Romantics @ THE FOX CABARET – March 24, 2016
Fast Romantics will be kicking off their North American Spring tour next week, including an appearance at this year’s SXSW. The band will be making a stop in Vancouver on March 24th at The Fox Cabaret.