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Il Divo in Vancouver: Win Tickets

Comments 122 by Rebecca Bollwitt

Il Divo is coming has launched their world tour and they will be making a stop in Vancouver on July 25th. Recently named Artist of the Decade at the BRIT Awards, Il Divo (Carlos Marin, Sebastien Izambard, David Miller and Urs Buhler) have sold more than 25 million albums worldwide – which is phenomenal for […]

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Khatsahlano Music & Art Festival 2012

by Rebecca Bollwitt

Khatsahlano! Music + Art Festival is Vancouver’s biggest free outdoor music event and they’re ramping up to bring a full line-up to six stages along West 4th this month. They’ll have over 30 of the city’s top talent at the 10-block street fair this month. What A festival with entertainment, a massive garage sale, participation […]

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PNE Concerts 2012: Olivia Newton John, Rick Springfield, Nick Carter

Comments 1 by Rebecca Bollwitt

The PNE Concert Series is one of the most highly-anticipated entertainment events in Vancouver. Having successfully wrapped the first annual Summer Playland Festival (“SPF2012”), the PNE has just announced their own line-up for this summer that will include their Summer Night Concerts along with a new afternoon WestJet Family Fun Series concert stage. Photo credit: […]

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Fiona Apple in Vancouver at the Orpheum

Comments 57 by Rebecca Bollwitt

Celebrating the launch of her first album in seven years, Fiona Apple is now on tour and will be making a stop in Vancouver on July 24th. The Grammy Award-wining singer/songwriter Photo courtesy of Live Nation In 1999 she held the record for longest album title name with When the Pawn… which contained over 400 […]

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Surrey Canada Day 2012: Concert Photos

by Rebecca Bollwitt

Surrey’s Canada Day saw over 100,000 people enjoy free festivities and concerts throughout the day on July 1st as the city once again delivered a solid celebration. Neighbours, families, Canadians, and visitors enjoyed a full 12 hours of flashy midway attractions, BBQ treats, and one of our favourites — free concerts from top local and […]

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FOX Vancouver Seeds 2012 Showcases

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FOX’s Vancouver Seeds competition, seeking out the ultimate local band or artist, is currently in its showcase stage with the Top 20 acts taking turns playing The Roxy. The Top 19 bands were selected by Fox Vancouver Seeds judges and the last spot to make the Top 20 was determined by fan votes online. Over […]

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Laura Marling at the Commodore

Comments 21 by Rebecca Bollwitt

Singer and songwriter Laura Marling is coming to Vancouver on Wednesday, bringing her award-winning British folk sound to the masses during her North American tour. The 22 year-old won Best Female Solo Artist at the 2011 Brit Awards, released two albums between 2010 and 2011, and was once again nominated for Best Female Solo Artist […]

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Rogers Presents Metric at the Commodore: Win Your Way In

Comments 63 by Rebecca Bollwitt

Rogers is bringing Metric to the Commodore for an intimate invitation-only concert this Saturday, June 23, 2012. Photo credit: John Bollwitt on Flickr Last year we caught Metric for the first time (despite being fans for years) with tens of thousands of others in an outdoor setting. They rocked everyone’s socks off delivering one of […]

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Peak Performance Project 2012: Dear Rouge

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It’s not always easy to be in a professional partnership with your significant other but it’s a venture that Danielle and Drew McTaggart have taken on with a smile and sky-high ambition. I met up with the pop-rock duo from the band Dear Rouge this morning to talk about how they’ve been selected a Top […]

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Peak Performance Project 2012: Headwater

Comments 2 by Rebecca Bollwitt

The Peak Performance Project is in full swing for 2012 as the Top 20 artists prepare for a summer of development, shows, festivals, and bootcamp prior to their fall showcases — and ultimately the crowning of this year’s winner. I recently interviewed finalist Dominique Fricot and today I spoke with another finalist, Matt Bryant, from […]

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