MUSICinVancouver

New Three Days Grace

2014-04-01T09:54:00.000-07:00

The first single from Three Days Grace since they were joined by new vocalist Matt Walst was recently released. Check it out here, then let us know what you think.

Matt Webb

2013-12-05T19:44:00.000-08:00

Hey everyone! Remember Bad Girl, the song we shamelessly promoted last year? Well, get ready for more!

Matt Webb is planning to release a new EP called "Right Direction" this upcoming February! For more details, visit his Facebook page.

And if you still haven't listened to his last EP "Coda and Jacket", check it out on iTunes.

Like A Storm Returns to Vancouver

2013-11-29T17:21:00.000-08:00

UPDATE: Unfortunately, this show has been canceled. For details, visit the Like A Storm Facebook page.

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Great news!

Like A Storm is coming back to Vancouver as part of their "Love The Way You Hate Me"
Tour, for a show at Electric Owl on December 7th! We'll be there, make sure you are too.

Buy tickets now

And make sure you watch their music video for their single "Love The Way You Hate Me" from their upcoming album Chaos Theory: Pt 2. You'll hear more new songs, as well as past favourites, at this plugged-in show next weekend, which features drummer Garrett Whitlock (Tremonti Project).
Grab tickets now!

Check out photos from past Like A Storm shows:
Acoustic show at the Backstage Lounge
Openers for Seether at the Commodore Ballroom

Hannah Georgas

2013-11-29T13:35:00.000-08:00

Music lovers!

Have you heard Hannah Georgas' new cover of Rihanna's song "Stay"? If not, make sure to give it a listen and let us know what you think.

You'll find this song along with original tracks on her new self-titled EP.

And if you want to see Hannah Georgas put out a music video for her song "Enemies" make sure you pledge some funds to help her out, while supporting the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation! Visit her Pledge Music site to get involved, and spread the word!

Keep checking back for more great music announcements!

Party for the Planet: Hey Ocean! and Lights

2013-05-04T19:28:00.000-07:00

On April 27th, 2013, Hey Ocean! and Lights helped Surrey celebrate Earth Day with Party for the Planet, a family-friendly event with free concerts.

Hey Ocean! is a local indie pop rock band whom we've had the pleasure of seeing many times, but they always seem to surprise us with a little something extra. Ashleigh Ball (vocals and innumerable other instruments), David Beckingham (vocals and guitar) and David Vertesi (vocals and bass) were joined on stage by Dan Klenner who was playing the guitar instead of the drums. The second guitar was a pleasant addition, filling out their sound and tipping them a little closer to rock than pop, but still allowing them to pump out compelling dance-inducing beats. I know it has been said many times, but you really need to see Hey Ocean! perform live!

For more information about Hey Ocean! check out their website: loveheyocean.com

Your next chance to see Hey Ocean! in Vancouver is on July 12th when they open with Jimmy Eat World for City and Colour at the PNE Amphitheatre. Tickets are available at ticketleader.ca

Lights is a Canadian electro pop rock musician who has catchy toe-tapping beats and an exciting stage presence. Despite having a huge following, she is very humble and appreciates her fans. We actually accidentally ran into her hanging out with her fans after the hour-long show!

For more information about Lights check out her website: iamlights.com

Lights played a sold-out acoustic show at the Rio Theatre in Vancouver yesterday and will be playing another set tonight!

More photos of Hey Ocean! and Lights after the break!

Hey Ocean!

Lights

Serena Ryder with Danielle Duval

2013-04-30T07:00:00.000-07:00

On April 24th, Serena Ryder played a high energy and very fun show at the Commodore Ballroom. This sold out show attracted a crowd young and old.

Danielle Duval at the Commodore Ballroom

The opener, Danielle Duval was mesmerizing. This Montreal born rocker brings a lot of oomph to the stage. She played acoustic versions of her songs on the bass, guitar and piano. Her song "You can't come any closer" was very intimate and moving. For someone who is only 5ft 4 (and a ¼) she definitely has a big strong voice and a lot of presence. Her rendition of Grease got everyone singing along and hyped up for the show. Her final song " Ambulance" got the crowd cheering and wanting more from her. Duval is definitely a talent to follow.

For more information about Danielle Duval and a free song download, check out her website: ofthevalley.com

Serena Ryder at the Commodore Ballroom

For Ryder herself, playing at the Commodore Ballroom was a dream come true. She told the crowd about how she was first acquainted to the Commodore when she opened for an act at the age of 19 or 20. Now here she is playing as the headliner of a sold out show, promoting her latest album Harmony. Her energy was contagious, you could really feel that she was having a lot of fun on stage and it got everyone in the crowd singing and dancing along. On a side note, we had the privilege to be standing next to Ryder’s mom, whom Ryder made a lot of shout outs to and often visited on stage right with shouts of “Hi mom!” mid-song. Ryder invited a fan on stage, Jeremiah, to sing and harmonize with her on “Please Baby Please.” She brought the crowd to a culminating halt and enthusiasm with her song “Stompa” and “Circle of the Sun” leaving the crowd in disbelief that the concert was over. Ryder then came back on stage twice to do encores, finally finishing with a slightly more mellow “Weak in the Knees.” She is currently on tour with her latest album Harmony.

For more information about Serena Ryder, check out her website: serenaryder.com

More photos after the break!

Danielle Duval

Serena Ryder

A big thank you to our anonymous tipster for the photos and review of this show!

If you want to send us photos or a review of a show you saw send us an email at MUSICinVan@gmail.com!

My Song For Change contest

2013-04-21T14:05:00.001-07:00

Musicians!

Make Music Matter and Western Union are holding an amazing contest for Canadian song writers over 18. Music can be powerful and this contest allows song writers to express themselves and focus on current opinions and issues faced by young Canadians. Submit your original song for a chance at the big prize: work with Ian D'Sa from Billy Talent and Cone McCaslin from Sum 41 as they help you professionally record your song and shoot a music video! Enter the contest and be heard, for your chance to win this great opportunity! Deadline is June 15th and online voting will determine the winner. Don't miss your chance!

For more info visit the contest website.

Like A Storm

2013-04-18T09:00:00.000-07:00

On April 13th at the Backstage Lounge, New Zealand rockers Like A Storm gave fans an intimate last show before relocating to Toronto. The acoustic set emphasized the group's vocal and instrumental strengths, and was interspersed with personal stories about the band's beginnings and highlights of their career. Combined with their relaxed attitude and close proximity with the crowd, the night became an emotional goodbye to fans, showing the members' gratitude and connection with fans and with each other.

Check out their upcoming tour dates at www.likeastorm.com

More photos after the break!

We're sad that Like A Storm will be leaving Vancouver, but we wish them all the best in Toronto!

Free Music from City and Colour

2013-04-05T09:00:00.000-07:00

City and Colour's new album The Hurry and The Harm will be released on June 4th, 2013, but right now you can get the 3rd song on the album "Of Space and Time" free!

For more information about City and Colour's new album, check out http://cityandcolour.ca

Marilyn Manson

2013-02-12T15:34:00.001-08:00

Feb. 11th, 2013-Queen Elizabeth Theatre. The crowd was all dressed up and ready to go. Some of the outfits were quite elaborate, and the stage sets were too. Unfortunately, after fighting with illness, Manson kept the show quite short. Nevertheless, the show started and ended with a bang (quite literally thanks to the confetti shooters)! Manson hit a couple of the popular tunes that got people up out of their seats, screaming through Sweet Dreams and mOBSCENE, but neglected to cover his newest album's single Born Villain. Still, fans seemed satisfied with the setlist and recognized a lot of their favourites. Overall I'd say the crowd was receptive, but were disappointed at the abrupt ending.

If you have any comments, reviews, or photos we'd love to see and share them! Comment below or email musicinvan@gmail.com.

Note: openers were Butcher Babies. Check out their single.

Free Music from Dine Alone Records!

2012-10-19T17:38:00.000-07:00

New Songwriters' Workshop and Performance Opportunity

2012-10-15T12:15:00.000-07:00

If you are a songwriter or an artist, you may be interested in the New Songwriters' Workshop that is coming to Vancouver. This event is on Sunday, October 21, 2012 from 12:00pm - 5:00pm at the Tom Lee Music Hall.

SCHEDULE-AT-A-GLANCE

Part 1: WHAT'S IN A SONG

Presented by: Rick Jackett, Songwriter

Part 2: MUSIC PUBLISHING & REVENUE STREAMS

Presented by: Jodie Ferneyhough & Terry O'Brien

Part 3: FILM & TV PLACEMENTS

Presented by: Barry Cole

President,

Spot Music, NYC

Part 4: SONG REVIEW & CRITIQUE

Present by: All Presenters

Admission is $40 in advance or $60 at the door. Songwriters can register online in advance at www.radiostar.ca for the workshop.

If you're already in a band, you can apply to perform at the Canadian Music Festival in Toronto. Bands can submit at www.canadianmusicfest.com or www.sonicbids.com/canadianmusicfest2013 right now for their special early-bird rate of $40 or $30 through Sonicbids. Submissions deadline is October 27th, 2012.

Free Music Alert: Martyr by Wintersleep!

2012-10-10T19:36:00.000-07:00

Wintersleep is kicking off their North American tour in less than a week on October 16th, 2012. They will be playing in Vancouver at the Commodore Ballroom on November 14th, 2012!

Meanwhile, you can download a free copy of their unreleased song "Martyr" from SoundCloud!

Alexisonfire Farewell Tour

2012-09-20T19:18:00.000-07:00

Remember back in August of 2011 when we told you Alexisonfire is splitting up? Sadly, that's still true, but they're getting back together for one final Farewell Tour! This is your last chance to see the band together live on stage!

The show in Vancouver is on December 17th, 2012 at the Pacific Coliseum. Tickets go on sale tomorrow, Friday, September 21, 2012 at 10:00am, or you can get your tickets now at TicketLeader.ca by entering the presale code: HEARTSKULL.

I suggest getting them as soon as possible since the majority of their other shows are already sold out!

The Oh Wells

2012-09-11T22:15:00.001-07:00

On September 11, 2012, The Oh Wells, a Vancouver based folk, indie, pop band, played a lively free show at UBC with CiTR. They had previously won the CiTR Shindig competition though Sarah is the only original member still in the band since the competition. The band is now made up of Sarah Jickling (vocals and keys), Kirby Bobyk (guitar, tambourine and drums), Chris King (bass) and Zach (drums).

More photos after the break!

For more information about The Oh Wells check out: theohwells.com

2012-07-05T13:31:00.000-07:00

It's that time again Vancouver! Get yourself downtown to enjoy FREE lunchtime concerts. With a variety of musicians playing a convenient outdoor stage, CBC Music's Musical Nooners invite you to grab a lunch and bring it out to these intimate performances that you won't want to miss. Shows run weekdays from July 6th to August 24th between 12 and 1pm.

For more information visit their website and check out the performance schedule. Also make sure to follow CBC on Twitter and check the tag #musicalnooners for any changes due to weather.

Get out and have (free!) fun this summer!

Dragon Boat Festival and Vancouver's Musical Instrument Garage Sale!

2012-06-16T01:00:00.000-07:00

The Rio Tinto Alcan Dragon Boat Festival and Vancouver's Musical Instrument Garage Sale are two great events to check out this weekend!

The Dragon Boat Festival is free all weekend with races starting at 8am on Saturday, June 16th and Sunday, June 17th in the waters of False Creek near Creekside Community Centre and Creekside Olympic Village. Make sure you also check out the World Beat Stage which will host 10 free concerts over the weekend starting at 11am each day.

Performances on Saturday will open with Reggae On The Rocks from 11am - 12pm, Wesley Hardisty from 12:30 - 1:30, Orkestar Slivovica from 2:00 - 3:00, Ranj Singh & The Discriminators from 3:30 - 4:30 and end with Shane Philip from 5:00 - 6:00.

Performances on Sunday will open with Zimbamoto from 11am - 12pm, Pendomoja from 12:30 - 1:30, Celtic Bhangra from 2:00 - 3:00, Microbongo Sound System from 3:30 - 4:30 and this years festival will close with The Boom Booms from 5:00 - 6:00.

For more information about the Rio Tinto Alcan Dragon Boat Festival in Vancouver check out dragonboatbc.ca/.

If you are a local musician looking to add to your collection of instruments you should definitely check out Tom Lee's Musical Instrument Garage Sale. The Garage Sale will be open on Saturday, June 16th from 10am - 6pm and on Sunday, June 17th from 12pm - 5pm at the old "Sony Store" at the Tom Lee Music Vancouver Building at 929 Granville St. Vancouver. This sale advertises 1000's of items marked down with savings up to 80% off!

For more information about the Musical Instrument Garage Sale check out tomleemusic.ca/garagesale/.

If you attend either or both of these events, please let us know how it goes and what you think!

Fête de la Musique - Make Music Vancouver!

2012-06-08T09:00:00.000-07:00

It's that time of year again, Fête de la Musique also known as Make Music Vancouver will be hosting a free, live music celebration in Vancouver for the second year in a row! This year the event will be held in both Yaletown and Gastown to double the fun with over 300 free concerts.
Performers haven't been listed yet but mark your calendars for June 21st from as early as 2pm to 10pm, followed by after parties in local bars and restaurants.

Also, if you are a musician and interested in performing in Yaletown, make sure you sign up to participate with the Musicians Registration Form!

For more information check out makemusicvancouver.com

Ian Astbury (The Cult) Interview

2012-04-27T12:57:00.001-07:00

Photo Credit: Michael Lavine

MUSICinVancouver got to talk with Ian Astbury of The Cult this week in preparation for the band’s newest album. Titled Choice of Weapon and due to be released on May 22nd, this will be The Cult's ninth album. According to Astbury, the album honours existing fans and embraces new ones because “even though it’s raw rock ‘n’ roll [...] it’s also a very fresh, current sound.” Describing Choice of Weapon as “cohesive, resonant, deep, rich, brutal, sexual, cinematic” Astbury insists that the album gives Cult fans what they deserve while still managing to “break new ground,” something which he thinks is “evident in the songs.” While noting that he hopes people will “ identify with the record and take something from it that maybe enhances their life experience” Astbury concedes that it isn’t about appealing to the masses. He draws inspiration from many sources including his travels, philosophical teaching, and other musicians. His only real goal is to “tell [his] story, experiences, events and observations.” The most important thing for someone to take away from their new songs is to “pay attention to your life; that life is sacred, that life is fleeting.” He urges everyone to “jump in” and “live life to its fullest potential.” And for Astbury this means working on developing his art, since his “life is music.”

Photo Credit: Michael Lavine

Even though the band has been working hard on the album, Astbury still has time to imagine future collaborations, including artists from different genres coming together to create a “contemporary opera.” Collaborations are one of many experiences which Astbury believes “can only enhance [his music].” Whether from new people, situations, or self-knowledge, Astbury admits he has gained “a wealth of experience” that he believes allows him to evolve as an individual and as a musician. All of this experience has gone into Choice of Weapon, an album that Astbury finally finds deserving of his fans.

Photo Credit: Michael Lavine

MUSICinVancouver interviewed Ian Astbury from Toronto and he seemed happy to be reminded of Vancouver:

Oh, you’re in Vancouver? Fantastic. I was living in Kitsilano for about a year.

Did you like it out here?

I love it. Vancouver’s a very well kept secret. Let’s see, we’ve made two albums in Vancouver as well. It’s beautiful.

Great music scene too.

Yeah, absolutely.

What are the main messages that you’d like people to take away from your newest album, Choice of Weapon?

I think my intention when I was writing this wasn’t so much to create a statement, like a social, political statement or anything like that. My main intention was to reflect observations and experiences. So however that’s interpreted, I mean it’s not essential that you take something away from it. I mean, it’d be really cool if people identify with the record and take something from it that maybe enhances their life experience. But the main intention for me was to really kind of tell my story, experiences, events and observations. So maybe schematically a message-pay attention. Pay attention to your life, that life is sacred, that life is fleeting. That there is no permanence, everything is constantly evolving and with that realization how do you live your life to its fullest potential. Maybe don’t wait, jump in.

Do you hope to reach a new audience with your latest album or is it geared more towards existing fans?

Well there was no real intention of a particular audience in mind it was about trying to encapsulate the lyrical ideas and the musical ideas in a form that was cohesive and resonant and deep and rich, brutal, sexual, cinematic. We wanted to get into that get into the animalism of what it was. But in terms of where we’d like to see it reach, we would love to see it reach as many people as possible. We’d love to see it go beyond our core audience. But we do consider that people have been longtime Cult fans and I think that’s why we really took a lot of time with this record. I went around saying Cult fans deserve better after we made our last album. The last album wasn’t fully realized. I really felt that Cult fans deserve something of a value if not beyond that of the trilogy of albums we made in the 80s and the early 90s. So it was really essential for us to make a record that was fully realized. So hopefully there’s something there for everyone.

Given that you have a loyal fan base, do you think you have more freedom to experiment with your music?

Well, the freedom is yours when you create. When you go into the studio it’s really down to you to determine how far you want to go with it. You’re really your own master in the studio. It’s really up to you. In terms of what the culture projects on you. Being in a post-modern hard rock band that’s been around for twenty-odd years, in the 21st century, in 2012, you’re kind of at the bottom of the food chain again. We’re actually the underdogs. Predominant culture is pretty much hip hop, pop. The kind of music we make and are associated with is considered to really belong in the 20th century and with all respect to that statement I think we’ve made a record that is very progressive, very of its time, relevant, and we’ve certainly employed techniques. We’ve evolved as a band, I’ve evolved as an individual. We certainly have an awareness of contemporary culture, current events and I think all of that’s integrated into the record. Certainly the choices that we’ve made reflect what we do. We are engaged with the world in its present state but not trying to replicate a bygone period. We don’t call it in the rearview mirror, we’re not a nostalgia act, we’re not trying to replicate the band’s past and we’re trying to forge ahead and break new ground. And I think it’s evident in the songs, especially things like "This Night in the City Forever", "Life is greater Than Death". Even "For The Animals," even though its a raw rock ‘n roll song that would fit right into the New York scene in 1975 right alongside the New York Dolls, it’s also a very fresh, current sound. So we give it a lot of consideration.

How has your song writing process evolved throughout your life?

I think initially when you start out you’re kind of a dilettante. Your energy and your earnestness makes up for your lack of musical ability and your lack of language and ability to articulate but over the years you get better at your craft and you get better at how to put yourself over. And you get more self-knowledge, you learn about yourself more, you know how far you can go, what your limitations are, what your strengths are. So with that kind of self-knowledge you evolve. I think if you listen to that awareness you can be capable of great results.

How has your life affected your music?

They’re entwined. They’re not separate. There’s no duality. My life is my music and my music is my life. They’re very integrated in that way. And the lyrical content-I’m speaking about observations and experiences that I’ve had firsthand. It’s inseparable. The clothes I wear on stage are usually the clothes I wear during the day. The things I say in the music and in interviews and when I’m performing are the same things I have in conversation with friends. It’s just seamless.

What keeps you inspired to continue writing music?

Probably being inquisitive. I’ve always been inquisitive since I was a kid. I always want to know how things work. I like getting to the molecules of things, getting to the molecular structure. I’m inspired by what other artists do. I’m inspired by traveling. I’m inspired by books and films. I’m inspired by meeting new people, being in new environments and situations. A lust for life. All these aspects inspire me. Buddhist teachings, philosophical teachings. People like Joseph Campbell, Terence McKenna. There are many teachers, many philosophers I’m inspired by. And I love the ones that have been through a bit of a life. People who are growing and evolving through their 30’s, 40’s, 50’s-a full life realizing that it’s not over at 27. You have to keep going, you keep growing. There’s no need to stop. The only time to stop is when you have nothing to say, then stop, do something else. I’ve done that. I’ve walked away from this for a while and reenergized then came back.

And did that time away help you evolve as a musician?

Absolutely. It’s really important to have perspective. It’s really important to clear your head and take a walk, take a break, go travel, have another experience, work with other musicians. Those experiences can only enhance the core which in this instance is Choice of Weapon. So much has gone into this record energetically. A wealth of experience has been drawn from my work with The Doors or working with film or traveling to places like Tibet, being around indigenous elders, living in cities like New York-all this has materialized in this record.

You mentioned one of your past collaborations with The Doors, but are there any other musicians you’d like to work with?

Yeah, I’d love to work with Crystal Castles. I love the song Violent Dreams which is incredibly beautiful. I’d love to work with some hip hop artists. I’m a great admirer of RZA, you know, Wu-Tang Clan. I greatly admire Salem. I greatly admire David Bowie. I’d love to be part of an ensemble. Maybe a cast of various performers and singers and create an opera, a contemporary opera. I think it’d be really cool to have an ensemble of some incredible singers. The idea of working with someone like PJ Harvey and even Feist or even Lady Gaga and then working with people like Trent Reznor, Atticus Ross and James Lavelle from UNKLE who I have worked with in the past. But the idea of Chris Goss who’s one of our producers, working with these people who are incredible artists and creating something to go over the idea of being an ensemble. I really love collaborating with other people. It’s more fun.

Thank you for reading our post on Ian Astbury of The Cult! If you'd like more info about the band or their new album Choice of Weapon visit their official website and make sure to download the single "Lucifer" for free!

-Elysia Stutt

Event Spotlight: Katie Herzig

2012-04-26T15:40:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone! We want to make a special event announcement: Katie Herzig will be performing in Vancouver at the Biltmore Cabaret on May 8th in support of her latest album The Waking Sleep! Check out her tunes and buy your tickets now! Click here for more info about the event.

Photo from katieherzig.com

Check out Katie Herzig's official music video for Make A Noise after the break.

Photo from katieherzig.com

For more info about Katie Herzig visit her website here.

Also take a look at the official music video for Make A Noise:

Behind Sapphire: Free Concert!

2012-04-14T09:00:00.000-07:00

Behind Sapphire has re-recorded their latest album Diamonds. To celebrate the EP's release on April 28th, 2012, they will be playing a free all ages show on the beach at White Rock!

The show will start at ~~7pm on April 28th, 2012~~ at the Semiahmoo First Nations Bandshell at White Rock Beach! The band will be joined by Their There and Dogwood and Dahlia.

For more information about the event, check out their Facebook Page!

*UPDATE* The show has been moved to Saturday, May 5th, 2012 at 6 pm!

Free Music Alert: Wintersleep!

2012-04-12T23:38:00.000-07:00

Wintersleep's new album Hello Hum will be released on June 12, 2012 but a free song download is available now on their website!

For a free download of "Resuscitate" from Hello Hum go to wintersleep.com/
You can also purchase the single "In Came the Flood" on iTunes

Happy listening!

The Fray with Scars on 45

2012-03-03T23:43:00.000-08:00

On February 26th, 2012, The Fray came to Vancouver with Scars on 45. It was nice to see fans of all ages at the Orpheum Theatre to see these two amazing and entertaining bands perform!

Check out some photos from the show after the break!

Scars on 45

Scars on 45 is an indie/acoustic band from Leeds, United Kingdom that formed in 2007. The band is made up of Danny Bemrose (vocals and guitar), Stuart Nichols (bass), David Nowakowski (keyboards), Aimee Driver (vocals) and Chris Durling (drums).

The bands music has been featured on shows such as CSI: New York, Grey's Anatomy, One Tree Hill and Pretty Little Liars. Scars on 45 also got to preform on Dancing With The Stars by both playing music and dancing!

To find out more about Scars on 45, check out their website: scarson45.com

The Fray

The Fray is a piano rock band from Denver, Colorado that formed in 2002. The band is made up of Isaac Slade (vocals and piano), Joe King (guitar, bass and vocals), Dave Welsh (lead guitar) and Ben Wysocki (drums.

Starting out as a small band that won Denver's Westword magazine's "Best New Band"award by word-of-mouth from fans, the band has now played shows in Australia, New Zealand, Japan and Germany as well as Canada and the US. The Fray's music has also been featured on shows such as Scrubs, Grey's Anatomy, NCIS and Bones.

To find out more about The Fray, check out their website: thefray.com

Simple Plan with Marianas Trench, All Time Low and These Kids Wear Crowns!

2012-03-02T22:18:00.000-08:00

On February 11th, 2012, Simple Plan came to Vancouver with special guests Marianas Trench, All Time Low and These Kids Wear Crowns. The concert at Pacific Coliseum was a big hit, with fans of all four bands lining up well before the doors opened at 7pm.

Photos and more info about the bands after the break!

These Kids Wear Crowns

These Kids Wear Crowns is a pop rock band from Chilliwack, British Columbia, that started in 2009. The band is made up of members Alexander Johnson (lead vocals), Alan Poettcker (bass and vocals), Matt Vink (keyboard/synth and vocals), Joe Porter (guitar and vocals), Joshua McDaniel (guitar and vocals) and Josh Mitchinson (drums).

These Kids Wear Crowns appeared on MuchMusic's disBand which helped increase their popularity and the band has since toured in Australia and Singapore as well as, of course, across Canada multiple times!

To find our more about These Kids Wear Crowns, check out their website: thesekidswearcrowns.com

All Time Low

All Time Low is a pop punk band from Baltimore, Maryland, that started in 2003. The band is made up of Alex Gaskarth (lead vocals and guitar), Jack Barakat (lead guitar), Zack Merrick (bass) and Rian Dawson (drums).

The group which started out as a high-school band playing Blink-182 covers, has since released 4 albums and performed at the Warped Tour, Bamboozle and the Reading & Leeds Festival.

To find out more about All Time Low, check out their website: alltimelowband.com

Marianas Trench

We've seen Marianas Trench quite a few times now but we've never been able to share photos of the show. This is long overdue, but we're happy to finally send these photos your way!

Marianas Trench is a pop punk band from Vancouver, British Columbia, that started in 2001. The band is made up of Josh Ramsay (lead singer and guitar), Matt Web (lead guitar and vocals), Mike Ayley (bass and vocals) and Ian Casselman (drums).

Marianas Trench has released 3 full-length albums and has participated in multiple charity events such as the Young Artists For Haiti project and the University of British Columbia's Lipdub event.

To find out more about Marianas Trench, check out their website: marianastrench.net

Simple Plan

Simple Plan is a pop punk band from Montréal, Québec, that started in 1999. The band is made up of Pierre Bouvier (lead vocals), Jeff Stinco (lead guitar), Sébastien Lefebvre (guitar and vocals), David Desrosiers (bass and vocals) and Chuck Comeau (drums).

Simple Plan has received many musical awards but they have also won the 2012 Allan Waters Humanitarian Award for their charity work through the Simple Plan Foundation! The foundation aims to help young people in need while also ensuring that all donations go directly to charities.

To find out more about Simple Plan, check out their website: simpleplan.com

Also make sure you check out the Simple Plan Foundation website which contains a link where you can make donations as well as photos from Chuck and Sébastien's latest visit to three Montréal Hospitals: simpleplanfoundation.org

Event Spotlight

2012-03-02T11:05:00.000-08:00

Friday, March 9, 2012
The Bad Plus
with opening guests The Zubot / Brooks Duo
at the Rio Theatre

Doors 7:00pm - Show 8:00pm - 19+ Only ID Required (Licensed venue)
Tickets: $35.50 Advance / $40 Door

Available at: http://www.hightideconcerts.net/, Red Cat Records 4332 Main St. (604) 708-9422, Zulu Records 1972 W. 4th Ave. (604) 738-3232 & Highlife World Music 1317 Commercial Dr. (604) 251-6964

For more info on The Bad Plus visit their website.