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MUSIC The Fair at the PNE: Summer Night Concerts
Aug. 31: The Doobie Brothers | Sept. 1: Rick Springfield | Sept. 2: The Gipsy Kings featuring Nicolas Reyes and Tonino Baliardo | Sept. 3 and 4: iHeartRadio Beach Ball (ticketed event) • PNE Amphitheatre • Free with admission or ticketed reserved seating starting at $20, ticketleader.ca
Elvis Presley Day Party
In recognition of the 60th anniversary of Elvis Presley’s live stage show in Vancouver, a celebration party is being held, featuring Randy Elvis Friskie, his band and several Elvis tribute artists. • Royal Canadian Legion, 2205 Commercial Dr., Aug. 31, 6-11 p.m. • $2 facebook.com/events/249648448858776
Five for Fighting with String Quartet
Chart-topping singer-songwriter John Ondrasik, a.k.a. Five for Fighting, is known for his piano-based rock and top-40 hits including Superman, 100 Years and The Riddle. • Rio Theatre, Aug. 31, 8 p.m. • $40, livenation.com
Gunz N’FN’ Rosez
Guns N’ Roses tribute, with OC/DC (AC/DC tribute). • Venue Nightclub, Aug. 31, doors 7:30 p.m. • $12, myshowpass.com, venuelive.ca
Johnnyswim
American folk, soul, blues and pop music duo, consisting of husband and wife singer-songwriters Amanda Sudano and Abner Ramirez. • The Imperial, Aug. 31, 9 p.m. • $18.50, livenation.com
Middle Kids
Rock band from Australia tours to support the release of its debut self-titled EP. • Biltmore Cabaret, Aug. 31, 9 p.m. • $13, timbreconcerts.com
Smash Boom Pow
Go to higher powers with Smash Boom Pow as they take over Fortune Sound Club, with friends Melodramania, Illacuda and Jonah Ocean. • Aug. 31, doors 8 p.m. • $10, fortunesoundclub.com
Coquitlam Summer Concert Series
Pack a picnic and enjoy a free concert under the evening sky. The musical lineup will include various music styles. • Sept. 1: Clavinova Nights, The Bruce James Orchestra • Town Centre Park Plaza, Coquitlam, Sept. 1, 7-9 p.m. • Free, coquitlam.ca/summerconcerts
Gabriel Palatchi
An original blend of different genres such as Latin jazz, tango, funk, klezmer, gypsy, reggae, samba and electronic. • Blue Frog Studios, White Rock • Sept. 1, 7 p.m. • $39.50, bluefrogstudios.ca
Guns N’ Roses
Legendary hard rock band bring their Not In This Lifetime Tour to B.C. Place. • Sept. 1, 7:30 p.m. • $35-$275, livenation.com
Honne
Blue-eyed soul duo plays songs from its album, Warm On A Cold Night. • Commodore Ballroom, Sept. 1, doors 8 p.m. • $20-$23, ticketmaster.ca
Whistler Presents: Outdoor Concert Series
Sept. 1, 7:30 p.m.: Jann Arden. One of Canada’s most celebrated and loved artists. | Sept. 2, 7:30 p.m.: The Boom Booms. Alt-soul band from Vancouver blends Latin, folk, reggae and rock for an energizing show that won’t disappoint • Whistler Olympic Plaza • Free, whistler.com/events/concerts/
August Alsina: Drugs Tour
R&B star from New Orleans. • Commodore Ballroom, Sept. 2, 9 p.m. • $35, livenation.com
Chris McClenney
23-year-old soul/R&B artist takes a holistic approaching to making the music that he loves. • Fortune Sound Club, Sept. 2, 7 p.m. • $15, fortunesoundclub.com
Decapitated & Thy Art Is Murder
Polish and Australian metal bands co-headline. • Rickshaw Theatre, Sept. 2, doors 7 p.m. • $27.50, ticketfly.com
Madou Diarra
An evening of West African folk genre known as ‘Hunter music.’ • WISE Hall, Sept. 2, doors 8 p.m. • Free, facebook.com/events/271405103375623/
Spoon
Hot Thoughts is the ninth album from this indie rock/pop band. • Malkin Bowl, Stanley Park • Sept. 2, 8 p.m. • $45, livenation.com
Tavis E. Triance & The Natural Way
A multi-faceted project springing from the mind of singer-songwriter Tavis E. Triance, formerly of the Royal Mountain Band and Spoon River. • Biltmore Cabaret, Sept. 2, doors 8 p.m. • $12-$15, ticketfly.com
VÉRITÉ
New York-based pop singer-songwriter tours to support her debut release, Somewhere In Between. • The Cobalt, Sept. 2, 8:30 p.m. • $15, timbreconcerts.com Goldroom: High Seas Boat Tour With guests Wmnstudies and Trizzy. • Sails aboard the Abitibi, Plaza of Nations Marina • Sept. 3, boarding 3 p.m., ends 7 p.m. • $45, timbreconcerts.com
iHeartRadio Beach Ball
Brings some of the hottest names in music to the Fair at the PNE. • Sept. 3, doors 2 p.m.: Lorde, Alessia Cara, Liam Payne, The Strumbellas, Shawn Hook, Scott Helman, Virginia to Vegas, Ralph | Sept. 4, doors 2 p.m.: Train, Blondie, Serena Ryder, Philosopher Kings, Ruth B, Christian Hudson • PNE Amphitheatre • $69, $89, $119, ticketleader.ca (Fair gate admission not included)
Lionel Richie | Mariah Carey
Multi-platinum-selling artists, multiple Grammy Award winners and music icons, Lionel Richie and special guest Mariah Carey bring their All the Hits Tour to Rogers Arena. • Sept. 3, 7 p.m. • $39.95-$165, livenation.com
Summer Sundays Concerts
This outdoor summer concert series features live R&B, funk, soul and blues. • Sept. 3, 2 p.m.: Wailin’ Walker • Rocky Point Park, Port Moody • Free, summersundays.ca
AngelMaker
Death/black metal group. • WISE Hall, 1882 Adanac St. • Sept. 4, doors 7 p.m. • $16.75, theinvisibleorange.tunestub.com
Opera & Arias: The Barber of Seville
Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival brings Rossini’s music to life with a costumed concert staging excerpts from his ever-popular opera. Performed by the UBC Opera Ensemble, accompanied by members of the Vancouver Opera Orchestra. • Vanier Park, Sept. 4, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. • From $21, bardonthebeach.org
Haim
L.A.-based rock band, consisting of sisters Este Haim, Danielle Haim, and Alana Haim. On tour in support of their second studio album, Something To Tell You. • Malkin Bowl, Stanley Park • Sept. 4, 7 p.m. • $42.50, livenation.com
Music in the Park
Bring a picnic and enjoy live music, art demonstrations, children’s activities and a nature-inspired art gallery set against the stunning backdrop of the North Shore mountains and Capilano Reservoir. • Capilano River Regional Park, North Van. Meet at parking lot near Cleveland Dam. Limited parking, no pets. • Sept. 4, noon-5 p.m. • Free, nvartscouncil.ca
Simple Plan
Multiplatinum Canadian pop-punk icons celebrate the 15th anniversary of their 2x Platinum debut album No Pads, No Helmets….Just Balls. • Commodore Ballroom, Sept. 5, 7:30 p.m. • $45, livenation.com
Ásgeir
Icelandic singer-songwriter and musician. • The Imperial, Sept. 6, doors 8 p.m. • $25, ticketmaster.ca
Havoc (of Mobb Deep)
New York rapper/record producer Havoc of Mobb Deep makes his Fortune Sound Club debut. • Sept. 6, doors 9 p.m. • $15, fortunesoundclub.com
Oh Wonder: Ultralife Tour
London, England-based songwriting duo of Anthony West and Josephine Vander Gucht craft slow-grooving, R&B-flecked tunes. • Malkin Bowl, Stanley Park • Sept. 6, 7:30 p.m. • $35, livenation.com
Skillet: Unleashed Tour 2017
American Christian rock band. • Commodore Ballroom, Sept. 6, doors 7 p.m. • $42.50, livenation.com
Opera Highlights
With pianist Angus Kellett and vocalists from Burnaby Lyric Opera. • Silk Purse Arts Centre, West Van • Sept. 7, 10:30 a.m. • $15, silkpurse.ca
Bif Naked
Celebrated international recording artist, poet and author brings her I, Bificus Songs and Stories Tour to Langley. • Cascades Casino Resort Summit Theatre, Sept. 7, 8 p.m. • $42.50, ticketweb.ca
Birds of Chicago
A roots music collective based around JT Nero and Allison Russell. Whether. • St. James Hall, Sept. 7, 8 p.m. • $26, roguefolk.bc.ca
Cigarettes After Sex
Brooklyn-based pop band tours to support its self-titled debut full-length release. • The Imperial, Sept. 7, 9:15 p.m. • $20, timbreconcerts.com
Reverend Horton Heat
Texas-based rockabilly/psychobilly band. • Commodore Ballroom, Sept. 7, 8 p.m. • $35, livenation.com
FESTIVALS Fair at the PNE
Features returning favourites like the SuperDogs and Craft Beer Fest, the Pacific Spirit Horse Show, Farm Country, nightly concerts, food, food and more food, 50+ rides and more. • 2901 E. Hastings St. • Until Sept. 4 • pne.ca
13th Annual BOLDFest
A long weekend for bold, old(er) lesbians from across Canada and the U.S. to meet up, network, learn, celebrate who we are. Includes workshops, socials, entertainment, walking tours and more. • Coast Plaza Hotel, 1763 Comox St. • Aug. 31-Sept. 4 • boldfest.com
Richmond World Festival
Popular Canadian rockers Tokyo Police Club and Korean hip-hop star Verbal Jint will headline. Also includes more than 75 music and dance performances, the FEASTival of Flavour a Global Village and Artisan Marketplace. • Minoru Park • Sept. 1 and 2 • Free, richmondworldfestival.ca
Your Kontinent: Digital Carnival 2017
Bringing art to the heart of community, this event is a cutting-edge showcase of emerging media art talent; new, immersive digital technologies; and innovative, interdisciplinary art practices. • Minoru Park, 7191 Granville Ave., Richmond • Sept. 1-2, 7:30-11 p.m. • Free, cinevolutionmedia.com/portfolio-item/digital-carnival-2017/
Nikkei Matsuri Festival
Family-friendly Japanese festival features food, a game zone, Bon-Odori, Matsuri Star Talent Search, Hello Kitty & Friends, Taiko and more. • Nikkei Cultural Centre, 6688 Southoaks Cres. • Sept. 2 and 3, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. • nikkeimatsuri.nikkeiplace.org
Serbian Days Festival
Enjoy Serbian culture, dance, music, food and games. This unique festival will feature live performances, arts and crafts, a kid zone and traditional food. • 505 E. 63rd Ave. • Sept. 2 and 3, noon-8 p.m. • Free, serbianday.com
Taiwanese Cultural Festival
Celebrate the Taiwanese culture with concerts, a giant street party with vendors and food stalls, film screenings, live entertainment, lectures, culinary events and much more. • Various downtown locations • Sept. 2-4 • Free, taiwanfest.ca
14th Annual Festival del Maize
Come enjoy traditional Latin American cuisine made with corn! Tamales, pupusas, riguas, elote loco, atoles, nachos, pasteles, burritos and more. • Britannia Community Centre, 1661 Napier St. • Sept. 3, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. • Free, facebook.com/events/473232549715429
5th Annual Polish Festival
Polish music, singing and folk dancing and a special program for children and youth, plus vendors and plenty of delicious traditional Polish food such as sausages, perogies and pastries. • Lynn Valley Village, North Van • Sept. 3, 2-7:30 p.m. • Free, belweder.org
Safe & Sound Music Fest
Headlined by contemporary R&B artists Majid Jordan, DVSN, Jessie Reyes and special guest k-os, live music fans will be able to enjoy high-calibre performances in a beautiful outdoor setting. • Westminster Pier Park, New West • Sept. 3, noon-10 p.m. • $55, VIP/$95, safeandsoundfest.com
Victory Square Block Party
Back for its 13th year, this annual festival hosted by Music Waste Festival, CiTR 101.9FM and Discorder Magazine highlights local, independent music in a free end-of-summer celebration. • Victory Square, Cambie and Hastings St. • Sept. 3, 2-9 p.m. • Free, facebook.com/events/256352784855010
10th Annual Accordion Noir Festival
The festival celebrates its 10th anniversary as Canada’s only festival of alternative accordion music. This year’s special anniversary edition features a pantheon of international and local accordion talent. • Various locations, Sept. 7-10 • accordionnoirfest.com
Swarm 18
A two-night event that marks the launch of Vancouver’s artist-run centre (ARC) programming season with exhibition openings, performances, screenings and special events. • Various venues, Sept. 7 and 8 • paarc.ca/swarm18/
Vancouver Fringe Festival
This annual alternative theatre festival is a celebration of theatre. Over 11 days every September, more than 90 theatre companies share their creativity on stage. This year’s tagline is ‘Get Lucky at the Fringe’ with a gambling-inspired theme meant to encourage you to take a chance on shows at the festival. • Sept. 7-17 • vancouverfringe.com
JUST ANNOUNCED Luke Sital-Singh
Raised in the southwest London suburb of New Malden, indie folksinger/songwriter Luke Sital-Singh released his first EP, Fail for You, in late 2012. • Rio Theatre, Oct. 14 • $18.50, livenation.com
King Krule
Singer-songwriter, musician and producer from England. • Vogue Theatre, Nov. 5 • $25, timbreconcerts.com
Ani DiFranco
American singer, multi-instrumentalist, poet, songwriter and feminist icon tours in support of her new CD, Binary. • Vancouver Playhouse, Nov. 6 • $74.50, ticketstonight.ca
Mandolin Orange
Americana/folk duo tours in support of its recent album, Blindfaller. • Biltmore Cabaret, Nov. 8 • $20, livenation.com
Hilltop Hoods
Australian hip-hop group consisting of MCs Pressure, Suffa and DJ Debris. • Vogue Theatre, Nov. 18 • $29.50, livenation.com
Barney Bentall and the Cariboo Express
A fundraising concert in support of Potluck Café Society, hosted by Canadian music icon Barney Bentall and a roster of friends. • Vogue Theatre, Nov. 25 • $39.95-$100, ticketfly.com
Shane Koyczan
Award-winning spoken-word poet and author. • Vogue Theatre, Dec. 1 • $27.25-$32.25, ticketfly.com