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Best Indie & Rock from October 6 - December 6

in Vancouver

Taylor Swift at BC Place Stadium

Taylor Swift

I promise that you'll never find another like, Taylor Swift! Following the debut of her stunning tenth studio album Midnights, Taylor Swift is returning to the road, this time celebrating not just the release of her tenth studio album, but all of her incredible Eras! Swift tells fans to expect: "a journey through the musical eras of my career (past and present!)"

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.

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.

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!

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!

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!

Nothing But Thieves at Commodore Ballroom

Nothing But Thieves

In 2012, alt rock quintet Nothing But Thieves burst out of the sleepy climes of Southend, England with a bold new pop-tinged indie sound that quickly won over critics and fans alike. After a series of attention-grabbing EP's, the band released their self-titled debut in 2015 to much anticipation, garnering over 174 million streams to date. Just a year after the release of their sophomore effort Broken Machine, the band is back and hitting the road with fresh new material and fan favorites!

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.

Phil Wickham at Centre In Vancouver For Performing Arts

Phil Wickham

Join Grammy and Billboard Music Award Nominee Phil Wickham for his highly anticipated brand new tour. This captivating musical experience features soul-stirring performances and heartfelt worship. Phil Wickham will perform an uplifting selection of his biggest hits, including chart-toppers like "House of the Lord," "Battle Belongs," and "Living Hope." Don't miss your chance to catch him live as he comes to a stage near you!

Rise Against at Harbour Event Centre

Rise Against

Rise Against still hold firm to the principal that punk should be about something, railing against political inequality and oppressive social forces with blistering riffs and fist-pumping, no-holds-barred sheer force of will. See them supporting their ninth album Nowhere Generation and their incredible discography, personally, we think rocking out is the perfect escape.

Wild Child at Rickshaw Theatre

Wild Child

Hailing from Austin, TX, this pop-rock band have won accolades galore for their eclectic sound, and have been hailed as one of the city's top acts since the release of their debut album Pillow Talk in 2011. An regular at festivals across the country including Lollapalooza, Forecastle, Winnipeg Folk Festival, and at Newport Folk Festival, where they were live-streamed world wide by NPR.

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