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Best Indie & Rock This Fall

in Vancouver

Rainbow Kitten Surprise at Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre

Rainbow Kitten Surprise

Rainbow Kitten Surprise may sound like the title of a Japanese game show, but the band's mature, genre-defying sound is as surprising as their choice of moniker. Drawing upon facets of grunge, alt-rock, blues and unapologetic pop, the North Carolina natives craft upbeat anthems that underlie lead singer Sam Melo's poetic, howling lyrics and vocals.

Beat - King Crimson Tribute at Orpheum Theatre

Beat - King Crimson Tribute

The music of King Crimson is celebrated by a group of musicians that are less "tribute band" more "supergroup"! Legendary guitarist Steve Vai and Tool drummer Danney Carey join former King Crimson members Adrian Belew and Tony Levin to tour a show performing the best bits from the legendary prog-rockers' three 1980s entries, Discipline, Beat and Three of a Perfect Pair... plus potentially a few surprises!

Oct 11 - Nov 25

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Kate Nash at Hollywood Theatre

Kate Nash

Kate Nash will spend this fall traveling across North America in support of her upcoming album '9 Sad Symphonies', her first in five years. which is set to be released this June. You can catch the lead single 'My Bile' now! Kate Nash rose to prominence with hit single Foundations and her debut album, Make of Bricks, which peaked at number one in the UK. In 2008, Nash won the award for Best Female Artist at the Brit Awards.

Air at Queen Elizabeth Theatre

Air

The dreamy soft electronica of Air is back as the well-heeled French duo set out on their expansive North American tour commemorating the 25th anniversary of their debut album, Moon Safari. Expect an atmospheric retrospective as they delve into their enviable oeuvre. Following the success of their recent European tour, which saw rapid sell-outs, AIR will be performing the entirety of their acclaimed album for the first time, to celebrate the digital release of the album's deluxe edition.

Artemas at Commodore Ballroom

Artemas

Artemas is an English-Cypriot singer-songwriter who has been gaining popularity with his song 'I Like the Way You Kiss Me'. The track was released independently in March 2024 and is known for its darkwave and alternative pop style, characterized by moody 80s and pulsating synths. Artemas sites Nirvana as a primary influence, which can be seen in his dark moody atmospheres.

Goth Babe at Queen Elizabeth Theatre

Goth Babe

Pacific Northwester Goth Babe, A.K.A Griff Washburn is packing up his truck and bringing his indie rock beats to stages across the country on a brand new North American jaunt with singer-songwriter Ritt Momney as support. Expect to hear his atmospheric garage tunes including single 'Weekend Friend' and his two EPs, 2021's 'Santa Calatlina' and 2022's 'Iceland' and latest release 'Lola'.

The Sisters of Mercy at Orpheum Theatre

The Sisters of Mercy

English rockers The Sisters of Mercy are hitting the road once again, bringing their hits to stages across North America! Led by founder Andrew Eldritch, fans can expect a smorgasbord of hits from their 80s releases: 'First and Last and Always,' 'Floodland,' and 'Vision Thing,' alongside newer tunes. Now primarily a touring band, don't miss this exciting run of dates this year!

Weezer at Rogers Arena

Weezer

What's better than going to an 'Island In The Sun'? Seeing Weezer live this year as they celebrate the 30th anniversary of their debut LP, 'The Blue Album'! American alternative rock band Weezer formed in 1992, and since then has created 15 studio albums with no plans of slowing down. The new tour will be accompanied by special guests The Flaming Lips and Dinosaur Jr. as support. You can expect to see them playing The Blue Album in full as well as fan favorites.

Arkells at Rogers Arena

Arkells

Canada's very own sons are hitting the road once again. Expect a show chockablock with their trademark 'rock and soul' sound, whilst introducing a melting pot of influences that underpin a shifting Coldplay-esque pop aesthetic that'll leave you breathless! The upcoming shows are sure to be a dream come true for any Arkells fans!

Faye Webster at Orpheum Theatre

Faye Webster

Indie-folk singer and songwriter Faye Webster hits the road with an extensive North American tour in support of her LP 'Underdressed at the Symphony'! Webster's music is a sweet spot between honest songwriting with close-up, honest vocals. Underpinned with slide guitars, soft drums, and warm piano chords weaving their way through the melodies, she brings the hallmarks of classic American indie-folk songwriting to a new generation.

Bowling For Soup at Rickshaw Theatre

Bowling For Soup

If you need a dose of unpretentious, instantly catchy pop-punk, then there are few better bands to see than Bowling for Soup. The quintet formed in the 1990s, and spent much of the decade cultivating a small but loyal following as their contemporaries (Green Day et al) took over the world. Get ready to have fun with Bowling For Soup this year!

Dropkick Murphys at Harbour Event Centre

Dropkick Murphys

The Dropkick Murphys are a Celtic punk band who count amongst their many influences bands such as The Pogues, The Clash, Stiff Little Fingers and AC/DC. Their music has been used as the Boston Red Sox's World Series-winning song as well as in many films such as Fever Pitch. Don't miss them live this year when they hit the road once more!

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