199 Vancouver concerts this spring

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      The official dates of spring in the Northern Hemisphere--where we're at--are from March 20 to June 20.

      There's a lotta Vancouver concerts happening this spring.

      MARCH

      JAPANDROIDS Vancouver garage-rockers play tunes from new album Near to the Wild Heart of Life, with guests Craig Finn and the Uptown Controllers. Mar 20, doors 8 pm, Commodore Ballroom (868 Granville). Tix $25 (plus service charges and fees) at Red Cat Records and www.ticketmaster.ca/.

      FISH LEONG The Malaysian Mandarin-pop vocalist performs on her Tu t’appelles l’amour World Tour. Mar 20, 7:30 pm, Queen Elizabeth Theatre (650 Hamilton). Tix $600/450/330/230/180/120/85, info www.event.vism.ca/.

      TRUCKFIGHTERS Swedish hard-rock band tours in support of upcoming fifth album V, with guests We Hunt Buffalo, Yawning Man, Black Pussy, and La Chinga. Mar 21, 7 pm, Rickshaw Theatre (254 E. Hastings). Tix $20 (plus service charges and fees), info www.rickshawtheatre.com/906/truckfighters-we-hunt-buffalo-greenleaf-blac....

      ISAIAH RASHAD American hip-hop recording artist, singer, songwriter, and record producer tours in support of latest release The Sun's Tirade, with guests Lance Swiiiwalker and Jay IDK. Mar 22, shows at 7:30 and 11 pm, Fortune Sound Club (147 E. Pender). Tix for 11 pm show SOLD OUT/Tix for 7:30 pm show on sale Dec 16, 10 am, $20 (plus service charges and fees) at www.ticketweb.ca/.

      ALLAN RAYMAN American R&B artist tours in support of upcoming album Roadhouse 01. Mar 22, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Rio Theatre (1660 E. Broadway). Tix $23 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      ZUCCHERO Italian blues-rock singer-songwriter tours in support of latest studio album Black Cat. Mar 22, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Vogue Theatre (918 Granville). Tix $45/35 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      SARAH JICKLING Local indie-pop singer-songwriter performs with guests Rocky Mountain Revival and Chelsea Johnson, with proceeds to Girls Rock Camp Vancouver. Mar 22, 8-11:30 pm, Café Deux Soleils (2096 Commercial). Admission by donation, info www.girlsrockcampvancouver.ca/.

      STRFKR American indie dance-pop band tours in support of latest release Being No One, Going Nowhere. Mar 22, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, The Imperial (319 Main). Tix $22 (plus service charges and fees) at Red Cat, Zulu Records, and www.ticketweb.ca/.

      XENIA RUBINOS Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist performs tunes from latest album Black Terry Cat. Mar 22, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Alexander Gastown (91 Powell). Tix $12 (plus service charge) at www.ticketweb.ca/.

      CLUB ESKIMO IN VANCOUVER Showcase of future-soul, R&B, and hip-hop artists from South Korea features performances by Dean, Offonoff, Miso, and 2xxx. Mar 23, 7 pm, Vogue Theatre (918 Granville). Tix from $70 to $210, info https://www.facebook.com/events/691881247655686/.

      THREE FOR SILVER Portland folk band, with guests Blue Moon Marquee and the Burying Ground. Mar 23, 8 pm, WISE Hall (1882 Adanac). Tix $15, info www.threeforsilverwise.brownpapertickets.com/.

      PRINCESS NOKIA Collaboration between Destiny Ortiz and Christopher Lare is a fusion of trip-hop, jungle, adult contemporary, grim, R&B, and AfroLatin house. Mar 23, 8 pm, Biltmore Cabaret (2755 Prince Edward). $15-$17, info https://soundcloud.com/destiny-frasqueri.

      Ariana Grande

      ARIANA GRANDE American pop singer-songwriter and actor performs on her Dangerous Woman Tour. Mar 24, doors 6 pm, show 7:30 pm, Rogers Arena (800 Griffiths Way). Tix from $29.95 to $159.95 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      CONNOR STEWART & THE BON TEMPS Direct from New Orleans, Connor Stewart & the Bon Temps bring the raw energy, boisterous harmonies, and feel-good excitement of the Crescent City's traditional jazz scene. Mar 24, 8 pm, Frankie’s Jazz Club (765 Beatty). Info www.coastaljazz.ca/connor_stewart_the_bon_temps.

      THE AGE OF ELECTRIC Rockers from the '90s, featuring original lineup of singer-guitarists Todd Kerns and Ryan Dahle, bassist John Kerns, and drummer Kurt Dahle. Mar 24, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Commodore Ballroom (868 Granville). Tix $35/$120 four-packs (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      PASSENGER Indie-folk singer-songwriter from Britain performs tunes from new album Young as the morning, old as the sea. Mar 25, 2017, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Orpheum Theatre (601 Smithe). Tix $65/49.50/39.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      SALSA AT THE CHAN Join percussionist, educator, and cultural catalyst Sal Ferreras and his Latin Orchestra for an evening of live music and dancing. Proceeds go to the Lipstick Project. Mar 25, 7:30 pm, Chan Centre for the Performing Arts (6265 Crescent Rd., UBC). Tix $40-70, info www.chancentre.com/events/salsa-chan/.

      LISA LEBLANC Acadian folk-trash singer-songwriter, with Alexandria Maillot. Mar 25, 7:30-10:30 pm, Biltmore Cabaret (2755 Prince Edward). Tix $15, info www.lisaleblanc.ca/en/.

      VIPER CENTRAL Vancouver bluegrass band celebrates the release of fourth album The Spirit of God and Madness. Mar 25, 8 pm, WISE Hall (1882 Adanac). Tix $15-25, info www.vipercentralalbumrelease.bpt.me/.

      DAN + SHAY American country duo composed of Dan Smyers and Shay Mooney performs on its Obsessed Tour. Mar 25, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Vogue Theatre (918 Granville). Tix $27.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      DAVE GUNNING Folk singer-songwriter from Nova Scotia. Mar 25, 8 pm, St. James Hall (3214 W. 10th). Tix $22, info www.roguefolk.bc.ca/concerts/ev17032520.

      SHRED KELLY B.C. folk-rock band, with guest Sam Weber. Mar 25, doors 7 pm, show 8:30 pm, Fox Cabaret (2321 Main). Tix $13 (plus service charges and fees) at Red Cat, Zulu Records, and www.ticketweb.ca/.

      NICK HAKIM New York City-based soul singer-songwriter tours in support of debut full-length release Green Twins. Mar 25, doors 8 pm, show 8:30 pm, Alexander Gastown (91 Powell). Tix $13 (plus service charges and fees) at Red Cat, Zulu Records, and www.ticketweb.ca/.

      CRAZY DIAMONDS Pink Floyd tribute band performs with CCR tribute band Bad Moon Risin'. Mar 25, 9 pm, Fairview Pub (898 W. Broadway). Tix $10, info www.imuproductions.com/.

      BRIGHT RED KITE Vancouver indie-rock band performs at a CD-release party for Dreamlands, with guests Boy Breaking Glass, the Belief Experiment, and Jared and the Social Worker. Mar 25, 9 pm, Backstage Lounge (Arts Club Theatre, 1585 Johnston, Granville Island). Tix $10, info www.imuproductions.com/.

      AGNES OBEL Danish classical-folk singer-songwriter tours in support of latest studio album City of Glass. Mar 25, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, The Imperial (319 Main). Tix $25 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      TEENAGE FANCLUB Scottish rock band tours in support of first release in six years Here, with guest Kane Strang. Mar 25, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Rickshaw Theatre (254 E. Hastings). Tix $25 (plus service charges and fees) at Red Cat, Zulu Records, and www.ticketweb.ca/.

      Mother Mother

      MOTHER MOTHER Canadian indie-rock band performs on its No Culture Tour, with guests K.Flay (Mar 25-26), We Are the City and Beach Season (Mar 28), We Are the City and Little Destroyer (Mar 29); and Young Blood and Little Destroyer (Mar 30). Mar 25 & 28-30, 7 pm; Mar 26, 2 pm, Commodore Ballroom (868 Granville). Tix $39.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      DELICATE STEVE American prog-rock singer-songwriter tours in support of new record This Is Steve. Mar 26, doors 8 pm, Fortune Sound Club (147 E. Pender). Tix $12 (plus service charges and fees) at www.bplive.ca/.

      ANDA UNION Mongolian traditional ensemble performs on a wide range of instruments and vocal throat-singing styles. Mar 26, 8 pm, Chan Shun Concert Hall (6265 Crescent Rd., Chan Centre at UBC). Tix at www.chancentre.com/.

      HEATHER KEIZUR & STEVE CHRISTOFFERSONJazz duo performs jazz classics and French chansons. Mar 26, 8 pm, Frankie’s Jazz Club (765 Beatty). Tix $15, info www.coastaljazz.ca/frankies_jazz_club.

      ROBT SARAZIN BLAKE American folk singer-songwriter performs at an album-release concert for Recitative, featuring Noah Walker. Mar 26, 8 pm, WISE Hall (1882 Adanac). Tix $10-20, info www.robertsarazinblake.com/.

      CHRIS STAPLETON American country-bluegrass singer-songwriter tours in support of debut album Traveller, with guest Lindi Ortega. March 27, doors 6:30 pm, show 7:30 pm, Rogers Arena (800 Griffiths Way). Tix $70/50/30 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      JAIN French pop singer-songwriter tours in support of debut release Zanaka. Mar 27, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Biltmore Cabaret (2755 Prince Edward). Tix $15 (plus service charges and fees) at Red Cat, Zulu Records, and www.ticketweb.ca/.

      ALINA BARAZ Los Angeles-based pop singer-songwriter tours in support of her Urban Flora EP release and her upcoming full-length debut release. Mar 28, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, The Imperial (319 Main). Tix $20 (plus service charges and fees) at Red Cat, Zulu Records, and www.ticketweb.ca/.

      KREATOR German thrash-metal band tours in support of upcoming release Gods of Violence, with guests Obituary, Midnight, and Horrendous. Mar 29, doors 6 pm, show 7 pm, Rickshaw Theatre (254 E. Hastings). Tix $35 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      KATE TEMPEST English spoken-word and hip-hop singer-songwriter tours in support of album Let Them Eat Chaos. Mar 29, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Fortune Sound Club (147 E. Pender). Tix $15 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      INHABITANTS Vancouver creative-music ensemble, with guests Leah Abramson and Waxwing. Mar 30, 8 pm, WISE Hall (1882 Adanac). Info www.dripaudio.com/.

      SULTANS OF STRING Celtic reels, flamenco, Gypsy-jazz, Arabic, Cuban, and South Asian rhythms, with guest Anwar Khurshid. Mar 31, 8 pm, Centennial Theatre (2300 Lonsdale Ave.). Tix $28, info https://www.nvrc.ca/centennial-theatre/whats-on/sultans-of-string.

      Biffy Clyro

      BIFFY CLYRO Scottish alt-rock band tours in support of its seventh studio album Ellipsis, with guests O'Brother. Mar 31, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Vogue Theatre (918 Granville). Tix $25 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      AMBROSE AKINMUSIRE Oakland-based jazz trumpeter shares the stage with Capilano University's NiteCap and "A" Band. Mar 31, 8-10 pm, BlueShore Financial Centre for the Performing Arts (2055 Purcell Way). Tix $32/29, info www.capilanou.ca/centre/.

      THE TEA PARTY Canadian rock band ("Temptation", "Babylon") performs fourth album Transmission in its entirety. Mar 31-Apr 1, doors 8 pm, show 9:30 pm, Commodore Ballroom (868 Granville). Tix $39.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

       

      APRIL

      BILL AND JOEL PLASKETT Canadian father-and-son rock duo performs on its Solidarity Tour, with guests Mayhemingways. Apr 1, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Vogue Theatre (918 Granville). Tix $30 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      AFFORDABLE CONCERT Music by River's Divide, Mojo Stars, and the Ray Roper Project. Apr 1-2, 8-1 am, Rio Theatre (1660 E. Broadway). Tic $20/15, info www.facebook.com/affordableconcertseries/.

      ASIA ON TOUR Multi-band tour series showcases Japan's Miyavi, Thailand's Slot Machine, and Korea's Kiha and the Faces. Apr 1, doors 6:30 pm, show 7 pm, Venue (881 Granville). Tix $25 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      GAME OF THRONES LIVE CONCERT EXPERIENCEImmersive show uses music, footage from the show, and exclusively created imagery to take viewers on a journey through the seven kingdoms of Westeros. Apr 1, 8 pm, Rogers Arena (800 Griffiths Way). Tix $39.50-125 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      COLONY HOUSE Tennessee rock band tours in support of latest release Only the Lonely. Apr 1, doors 7 pm, show 8:30 pm, Biltmore Cabaret (2755 Prince Edward). Tix $15 (plus service charges and fees) at Red Cat, Zulu Records, and www.ticketweb.ca/.

      GERMÁN LÓPEZ Gran Canaria-born timple player performs modernizations of traditional island melodies and a mosaic of other Spanish musical styles. Apr 2, 8-10 pm, Presentation House Theatre (333 Chesterfield Ave.). Tix $30/27, info www.capilanou.ca/centre/.

      AMORPHIS Finnish progressive folk-metal band, with guests Swallow the Sun, Gross Misconduct, and the Waning Light. Apr 3, 7 pm, Rickshaw Theatre (254 E. Hastings). Tix $30, info www.rickshawtheatre.com/.

      SUSTO Indie-rock band from Charleston, South Carolina. Apr 3, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Cobalt (917 Main). Tix $12 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      Corb Lund

      THE LAST WALTZ REMEMBERED Corb Lund, Matt Andersen, Amy Helm, and the Russell Broom House Band pay tribute to Canadian-American roots-rock group the Band's farewell concert. Apr 4, 7:30 pm, Queen Elizabeth Theatre (650 Hamilton). Tix $39.50-69.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.ticketmaster.ca/.

      KALEO Icelandic rock band tours in support of latest studio release A/B. Apr 4-5, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Orpheum Theatre (601 Smithe). Tix for Apr 4 show SOLD OUT. Tix for Apr 5 show on sale Nov 25, 10 am, $35/25 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      ELECTRIC SIX Six-piece rock band from Detroit tours in support of its latest album Fresh Blood for Tired Vampyres, with guests Residual Kid and the Prettys. Apr 5, doors 8 pm, Rickshaw Theatre (254 E. Hastings). Tix $20 (plus service charges and fees) at Red Cat, Highlife Records, and www.ticketfly.com/.

      KATATONIA Swedish metal band performs with Caspian and Uncured. Apr 5, doors 8 pm, Venue (881 Granville). Tix $26 (plus service charges and fees) at www.bplive.ca/.

      TINARIWEN World-blues ensemble from Tessalit, Mali, tours in support of upcoming eighth album Elwan, with guests Dengue Fever. Apr 5, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Chan Centre for the Performing Arts (6265 Crescent Rd., UBC). Tix $39.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      DANIEL CHAMPAGNE Singer-songwriter from Australia performs tunes from new album Fault Lines. Apr 6, WISE Hall (1882 Adanac). Door by Donation , info https://www.facebook.com/events/1303528199719664/.

      3RD ANNUAL VANCOUVER WORLD MUSIC FESTIVAL World Rhythms for Youth Society and CubbyHole Artists present musical artists from Mexico, Colombia, Iran, Brazil, Nicaragua, Cuba, Spain, London, Africa, and British Columbia. Performers include Tanga, Toque, H'Sao, Locarno, Breaking Boundaries, the B.C. World Music Collective, and Farnaz Ohadi and the Mashregh Ensemble. Apr 6-8, various Vancouver venues. Tix $45/25, info www.worldmusicfest.ca/.

      THE ZOLAS Vancouver-based indie-rock band tours in support of its currently untitled upcoming LP. Apr 6, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Vogue Theatre (918 Granville). Tix $20 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      MIKE LEDONNE American jazz pianist and Hammond B3 organist performs the music of Earth, Wind & Fire with local saxophonist Cory Weeds. Apr 6, 8 pm, Shadbolt Centre for the Arts (6450 Deer Lake Ave., Burnaby). Tix $30-38, info tickets.shadboltcentre.com/.

      CITY AND COLOUR Canadian singer-songwriter Dallas Green performs a solo concert. Apr 6, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Queen Elizabeth Theatre (650 Hamilton). City and Colour also performs April 7 at Surrey's Bell Peforming Arts Centre. Tix at www.livenation.com/.

      BLACK JOE LEWIS AND THE HONEYBEARSAmerican blues-funk band tours in support of new album Backlash, with guests Dams of the West. Apr 7, doors 7 pm, Fortune Sound Club (147 E. Pender). Tix $25 (plus service charges and fees) at www.bplive.ca/.

      Vanessa Carlton

      VANESSA CARLTON American pop-rock singer-songwriter tours in support of her latest release Liberman Live. Apr 7, doors 8 pm, Rio Theatre (1660 E. Broadway). Tix $25 (plus service charges and fees) at www.ticketfly.com/.

      VANCOUVER WORLD MUSIC FESTIVAL World Rhythms for Youth Society and Cubbyhole Artists present performances by H'Sao, Locarno, and Breaking Boundaries. Apr 7, 7 pm, Rickshaw Theatre (254 E. Hastings). $25 +S/C adv at www.brownpapertickets.com, info https://www.facebook.com/events/170397006775108/.

      MITSKI New York City-based indie-rock singer-songwriter tours in support of latest release Puberty 2, with guests Kadhja Bonet and Mal Devisa. Apr 7, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Biltmore Cabaret (2755 Prince Edward). Tix $16 (plus service charges and fees) at Red Cat, Zulu Records, and www.ticketweb.ca/.

      DANIEL LAPP QUARTET Victoria-based fiddler and roots musician leads his quartet in a tribute to Chet Baker. Apr 7-8, 8 pm, Kay Meek Centre (1700 Mathers Ave., West Van). Tix $35 (cabaret four-pass $120), info kaymeekcentre.com/on_stage/2353/.

      WIRE English rockers perform tunes from new album Silver/Lead. Apr 7, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, The Imperial (319 Main). Tix $25 (plus service charge) at www.ticketweb.ca/.

      MOTOWN MELTDOWN Evening of Motown music by Karen Lee Batten, Dalannah Gail Bowen, Joani Bye, Leora Cashe, Candus Churchill, Oliver Conway, Krystle Dos Santos, Olivia Steele Falconer, Angela Kelman, Linda Kidder, Jane Mortifee, Tom Pickett, Will Sanders, Kendra Sprinkling, Catherine St. Germain, Stephanie Standerwick, David Steele, Don Stewart, David Wills, and Garfield Wilson. Apr 8, 7 pm, Commodore Ballroom (868 Granville). Tix $42.50/32.50 (plus service charges and fees), info bit.ly/MotownMeltdown2017.

      BRIAN WILSON American pop legend presents the final performance of the Beach Boys' Pet Sounds album in its entirety, as well as rare cuts and greatest hits, with guests Al Jardine and Blondie Chaplin. Apr 8, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Queen Elizabeth Theatre (650 Hamilton). Tix $125/85/55 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      NF American Christian rapper performs on his Therapy Sessions Tour 2017. Apr 8, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Vogue Theatre (918 Granville). Tix $25 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      KAREN SAVOCA AND PETE HEINTZMAN The Rogue Folk Club presents the American folk-rock duo, with guest Shari Ulrich. Apr 8, 8 pm, St. James Hall (3214 W. 10th). Tix $26, info www.roguefolk.bc.ca/concerts/ev17040820/.

      GORD GRDINA'S NYC QUARTET Canadian jazz-world guitarist and oud player performs with saxophonist Oscar Noriega, drummer Satoshi Takeishi, and pianist Russ Lossing. Apr 8, 8-10 pm, Western Front (303 E. 8th). Tix $22/19, info www.capilanou.ca/centre/.

      Jenn Grant

      JENN GRANT Canadian singer-songwriter performs songs from new album Paradise. Apr 8, 8-10:45 pm, Biltmore Cabaret (2755 Prince Edward). Tix $22, info thefestival.bc.ca/jenn-grant-at-the-biltmore-cabaret/.

      SOHN British-born, Vienna-based electronic-music singer-songwriter and producer, with guest William Doyle. Apr 8, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Rickshaw Theatre (254 E. Hastings). Tix $20 (plus service charges and fees) at Red Cat, Zulu Records, and www.ticketweb.ca/.

      FKJ Paris-based electronica musician tours in support of debut release French Kiwi Juice, with guests Cézaire and Dabeull. Apr 8, doors 10:30 pm, show 11 pm, Fox Cabaret (2321 Main). Tix $20 (plus service charges and fees) at Red Cat Records and www.ticketweb.ca/.

      BILL FRISELL Coastal Jazz presents a solo show with the American jazz guitarist, composer, and arranger. Apr 9, shows 7:30 pm and 9:30 pm, Pyatt Hall (843 Seymour). Tix $40, info www.coastaljazz.ca/.

      MAX RAABE AND PALAST ORCHESTER German big-band vocalist and his ensemble perform songs that range from Kurt Weill’s “Alabama Song” to the Walter Jurmann classic “Mein Gorilla hat ‘ne Villa im Zoo”. Apr 9, 7 pm, Chan Centre for the Performing Arts (6265 Crescent Rd., UBC). Tix at www.chancentre.com/.

      HINDS AND TWIN PEAKS Coheadlining show featuring rock bands from Spain and the United States, with guests White Mystery. Apr 9, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Rickshaw Theatre (254 E. Hastings). Tix $18 (plus service charge) at www.ticketweb.ca/.

      JACK BROADBENT The Cap Global Roots Series and Rogue Folk Club present the English blues-folk singer-songwriter. Apr 9, 8-10 pm, St. James Hall (3214 W. 10th). Tix $30/27, info www.capilanou.ca/centre/.

      Reggie Watts

      REGGIE WATTS Beatboxer, musician, and comedian tours in support of new Netflix comedy special Spatial. Apr 9, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Vogue Theatre (918 Granville). Tix $40 (plus service charge) at www.ticketfly.com/.

      GOOD CHARLOTTE American pop-punk band, with guests Silverstein, Waterparks, and Movements. Apr 10, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Commodore Ballroom (868 Granville). Tix $46.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      WHITNEY Chicago indie-rock band tours in support of debut release Light Upon the Lake. Apr 10, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Biltmore Cabaret (2755 Prince Edward). Tix $18 (plus service charges and fees) at Red Cat, Zulu Records, and www.ticketweb.ca/.

      A BOOGIE WIT DA HOODIE Bronx rapper tours in support of latest EP release TBA, with guests Illyminiachi and Acdatyoungneighbour. Apr 10, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Rio Theatre (1660 E. Broadway). Tix $25 (plus service charges and fees) at www.ticketweb.ca/.

      KING GIZZARD AND THE LIZARD WIZARDAustralian garage-psychedelic band. Apr 10, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Vogue Theatre (918 Granville). Tix $22.50 (plus service charges and fees) at Red Cat Records and www.ticketfly.com/.

      BLOSSOMS English indie-pop band composed of Tom Ogden, Charlie Salt, Josh Dewhurst, Joe Donovan, and Myles Kellock. Apr 10, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Fox Cabaret (2321 Main). Tix $15 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      BLUEBIRD NORTH: WHERE WRITERS SING AND TELL Shari Ulrich hosts music by the Bombadils and Ben Sures. Apr 11, 7:30-10 pm, Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre (181 Roundhouse Mews). Tix $18, info www.songwriters.ca/.

      The Courtneys

      THE COURTNEYS AND JAY SOM Local rock band coheadlines with Bay Area singer-songwriter in support of latest releases The Courtneys II and Turn Into. Apr 11, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Cobalt (917 Main). Tix $13 (plus service charges and fees) at Red Cat, Zulu Records, and www.ticketweb.ca/.

      NICHOLAS JAAR New York-based electronic/experimental-house artist. Apr 11, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Vogue Theatre (918 Granville). Tix $40 (plus service charge) at www.ticketfly.com/.

      SEASONS FESTIVAL Electronic music festival features performances by Excision, Above & Beyond, Galantis, Alan Walker, Metro Boomin, Troyboi, Kungs, Playboi Carti, and Loco Dice. Apr 12-16, Pacific Coliseum & various Downtown venues. Tix from $20 to $169.50, info seasonsfestival.com.

      AB-SOUL California hip-hop musician tours in support of latest release Do What Thou Wilt. Apr 12, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Fortune Sound Club (147 E. Pender). Tix $25 (plus service charges and fees) at Red Cat Records and www.ticketweb.ca/.

      MAYDAY PARADE Florida pop-punk band tours in support of the 10th anniversary of debut album A Lesson in Romantics, with guests Knuckle Puck and Milestones. Apr 13, doors 7 pm, show 7:30 pm, Vogue Theatre (918 Granville). Tix $29.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      THE JUDYS Vancouver indie band performs at a release party for its latest album, with guests Cass King and the Next Right Thing and the Slip Ons. Apr 13-14, 8 pm–1 am, Fox Cabaret (2321 Main). Tix $12, info www.facebook.com/events/1145011655616158/.

      THE SMALL GLORIES The Rogue Folk Club presents Canadian folk duo, with guest Evie Ladin. Apr 14, 8 pm, St. James Hall (3214 W. 10th). Tix $24, info www.roguefolk.bc.ca/concerts/ev17041420/.

      Snoop Dogg

      SNOOP DOGG American rapper performs on his Wellness Retreat Tour, with guests Cypress Hill, Method Man and Redman, and Berner. Apr 14, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Rogers Arena (800 Griffiths Way). Tix $79.50/69.50/49.50/39.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      HOMESHAKE Canadian indie-pop singer-songwriter performs tunes from latest album Fresh Air. Apr 14, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Rickshaw Theatre (254 E. Hastings). NOTE: Moved from previous venue of The Cobalt. Tix $13 (plus service charge) at www.ticketweb.ca/.

      PROZZAK Canadian pop group performs on its Forever 1999 Tour. Apr 14, doors 8 pm, show 9:30 pm, Commodore Ballroom (868 Granville). Tix $30 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      THE DAMNED English punk-rock band performs on its 40th Anniversary U.S. Tour. Apr 15, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Commodore Ballroom (868 Granville). Tix $29.50 (plus service charges and fees). SOLD OUT.

      TWO DOOR CINEMA CLUB Irish indie-rock band tours in support of latest studio album Gameshow. Apr 18, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Orpheum Theatre (601 Smithe). Tix $45/35 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      REAL ESTATE American rockers perform tunes from new album In Mind. Apr 18, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Rickshaw Theatre (254 E. Hastings). Tix $22 (plus service charges and fees) at www.ticketweb.ca/.

      JOHN MAYER American singer-songwriter and guitarist ("Your Body is a Wonderland") performs on his In Search of Everything World Tour. Apr 19, doors 6:30 pm, show 7:30 pm, Rogers Arena (800 Griffiths Way). Tix $115/99/75/59/39 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      MYKE BOGAN American hip-hop rapper, with guests the People North West, Lazy Weekend, Mathias, Moxsa, and Giorgi Holiday. Apr 20, 8 pm, Rickshaw Theatre (254 E. Hastings). Info www.rickshawtheatre.com/913/myke-bogan-the-people-north-west-lazy-weeken....

      SAN FERMIN Brooklyn-based chamber-folk ensemble tours in support of latest release Belong, with guests Low Roar. Apr 20, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Biltmore Cabaret (2755 Prince Edward). Tix at Red Cat, Zulu Records, and www.ticketweb.ca/.

      THE CACTUS BLOSSOMS The Vancouver Folk Music Festival Society presents the folk-blues duo touring in support of debut album You're Dreaming. Apr 21, 7 pm, Fox Cabaret (2321 Main). Tix $21 (plus service charges and fees), info www.thefestival.bc.ca/the-cactus-blossoms-at-the-fox-cabaret/.

      THE ZOMBIES The Georgia Straight presents the British rock band ("Time of the Season", "She's Not There") performing on its 50th Anniversary Finale Tour. Apr 21, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Commodore Ballroom (868 Granville). Tix $45 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      WINDHAND American doom-metal band. Apr 22, doors 7 pm, Fortune Sound Club (147 E. Pender). Tix $17 (plus service charges and fees) at www.bplive.ca/.

      A MIGHTY STRING THING The Rogue Folk Club presents folk music by Josh Baca, Max Baca, Doug Cox, Sam Hurrie, and Cecile Doo-Kingue. Apr 22, 8 pm, St. James Hall (3214 W. 10th). Tix $26, info www.roguefolk.bc.ca/concerts/ev17042220/.

      MICHAEL KAESHAMMER Canadian jazz and boogie-woogie pianist, vocalist, composer, arranger, and producer. Apr 22, 8 pm, Kay Meek Centre (1700 Mathers Ave., West Van). Tix $48/41/15, info kaymeekcentre.com/on_stage/2345.

      Jon and Roy

      JON AND ROY Victoria-based rock band performs tunes from latest album Riverside, with guests Ashleigh Ball (of Hey Ocean!) and Terence Jack. Apr 22-23, 8 pm, The Imperial (319 Main). Tix $20/15, info jonandroy.ca/.

      THE HARPOONIST & THE AXE MURDERERVancouver blues-rock duo, with guest Leeroy Stagger. Apr 22, doors 8 pm, show 9:30 pm, Commodore Ballroom (868 Granville). Tix $23.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      PEDRITO MARTINEZ GROUP Cuban-born American Afro-Cuban musician performs with Jhair Sala, Alvaro Benavides, and Edgar Pantoja-Aleman. Apr 23, 8-10 pm, St. James Hall (3214 W. 10th). Tix $33/30, info www.capilanou.ca/centre/.

      THE WEEKND Canadian alt-R&B singer-songwriter performs on his Starboy: Legend of the Fall 2017 World Tour. Apr 25, doors 6:30 pm, show 7:30 pm, Rogers Arena (800 Griffiths Way). Tix $175/99/79/59/39.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      THE XX English indie-pop band tours in support of upcoming third album I See You. Apr 25, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Thunderbird Arena (6066 Thunderbird Blvd., UBC). Tix $65/55/49.50/39.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      DWEEZIL ZAPPA American rock guitarist performs songs by father Frank Zappa on his Cease and Desist Tour. Apr 25, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Commodore Ballroom (868 Granville). Tix $49.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      D.R.I. American crossover-thrash band, with guests Etown Beatdown, the Tubuloids, Golers, and Legion of Goons. Apr 26, 7 pm, Rickshaw Theatre (254 E. Hastings). Tix $25 (plus service charges and fees). SOLD OUT., info www.rickshawtheatre.com/894/dri-with-guests/.

      JIMMY EAT WORLD Alt-rock quartet from Mesa, Arizona, with guests Beach Slang. Apr 26, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Commodore Ballroom (868 Granville). Tix $39.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      LAURA MARLING English folk-rock singer-songwriter. Apr 26, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Vogue Theatre (918 Granville). Tix $32,50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      THE WEDDING PRESENT British indie-rock band tours in support of latest studio album Going, Going..., with guest Colleen Green. Apr 26, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Biltmore Cabaret (2755 Prince Edward). Tix $20 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      DRUM HEAT Sal Ferreras with Arts Umbrella present a showcase of the West Coast's percussive and musical talent. Apr 27, Vogue Theatre (918 Granville). Tix at www.ticketfly.com/, info www.artsumbrella.com/events/sal-ferreras-and-drum-heat/.

      BASTILLE British indie-pop band tours in support of latest studio album Wild World. Apr 27, doors 6:30 pm, show 7:30 pm, Thunderbird Arena (6066 Thunderbird Blvd., UBC). Tix $55/45/35 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      JACKSON BROWNE American folk-rock singer-songwriter performs on his (Pretty Much) Somewhat Acoustic Tour. Apr 27, doors 6:30 pm, show 7:30 pm, The Centre in Vancouver for Performing Arts (777 Homer). Tix $100/76/50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      VAN DJANGO AND THE MARC ATKINSON TRIO The Rogue Folk Club presents the local Gypsy-jazz ensemble coheadiling with Canadian jazz trio. Apr 27, 8 pm, St. James Hall (3214 W. 10th). $28, info www.roguefolk.bc.ca/concerts/ev17042720/.

      BETTY WHO Australian pop singer-songwriter performs tunes from new album, with guests Verite. Apr 27, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, The Imperial (319 Main). Tix $17 (plus service charge) at www.ticketweb.ca/.

      THE COMPANY B JAZZ BIG BAND The Rogue Folk Club presents Vancouver vintage-jazz ensemble. Apr 28, 8 pm, St. James Hall (3214 W. 10th). Tix $28, info www.roguefolk.bc.ca/concerts/ev17042920/.

      Dune Rats

      DUNE RATS Australian rock band tours in support of latest release The Kids Will Know It's Bullshit. Apr 28, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Rickshaw Theatre (254 E. Hastings). Tix $17 (plus service charges and fees) at Red Cat, Zulu Records, and www.ticketweb.ca/.

      SONDRE LERCHE Brooklyn-based Norwegian indie-rock singer-songwriter tours in support of latest album release Please. Apr 28, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Biltmore Cabaret (2755 Prince Edward). Tix $25 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      LAURENCE JUBER American rock musician and former Wings lead guitarist. Apr 29, 7-9:15 pm, Kay Meek Centre (1700 Mathers Ave., West Van). Tix $40/30, info www.frontofthelineproductions.com/.

      THE HOT CLUB CABARET The Rogue Folk Club presents Gypsy-jazz music by Deanna Knight and the Hot Club of Mars. Apr 29, 8 pm, St. James Hall (3214 W. 10th). Tix $28, info www.roguefolk.bc.ca/concerts/ev17042820/.

      POND Psychedelic rockers from Australia, with guest Kirin J. Callinan. Apr 29, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Biltmore Cabaret (2755 Prince Edward). Tix $17 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      SAID THE WHALE Vancouver indie-rock band performs songs from latest album As Long as Your Eyes Are Wide. Apr 29, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Vogue Theatre (918 Granville). Tix $25 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      DANIEL WESLEY Vancouver reggae-pop singer-songwriter and guitarist. Apr 29, doors 8 pm, show 9:30 pm, Commodore Ballroom (868 Granville). Tix $25/four-packs $80 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      ASPHYX Dutch death-metal band, with guests Extremity, Ahna, Graveolence, and Konform. Apr 30, 7 pm, Rickshaw Theatre (254 E. Hastings). Tix $20, info www.facebook.com/events/298640727161979/.

      ARLO GUTHRIE American folk singer-songwriter ("Alice's Restaurant Massacree", "City of New Orleans") performs on his Running Down the Road Tour. Apr 30, doors 6:30 pm, show 7:30 pm, Kay Meek Centre (1700 Mathers Ave., West Van). Tix $95.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.kaymeekcentre.com/.

       

      MAY

      THE 1975 English rock band tours in support of sophomore album I like it when you sleep, for you are so beautiful yet so unaware of it. May 1, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, PNE Forum (2901 E. Hastings). Tix $49.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      KEHLANI Oakland-based soul-R&B singer-songwriter tours in support of upcoming album SweetSexySavage. May 1, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Vogue Theatre (918 Granville). Tix $34.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.ticketfly.com/.

      GREGORY ALAN ISAKOV Indie-folk singer-songwriter from South Africa. May 3-4, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, The Imperial (319 Main). Tix for May 3 show SOLD OUT. Tix for May 4 show on sale Mar 6, 12 pm, $32.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      ME FIRST AND THE GIMME GIMMES Punk-rock cover band from California, led by singer Spike Slawson of the Swinging Utters, with guests Together Pangea. May 3, doors 7 pm, show 8:30 pm, Commodore Ballroom (868 Granville). Tix $30 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      CJ RAMONE American punk-rock singer-songwriter tours in support of new solo album American Beauty, with guests Big Eyes. May 4, doors 8 pm, Rickshaw Theatre (254 E. Hastings). Tix $17.50 (plus service charges and fees) at Red Cat, Zulu Records, and www.ticketfly.com/.

      THE BILL CHARLAP TRIO New York jazz pianist performs with bassist Peter Washington and drummer Kenny Washington. May 4, 8-10 pm, Kay Meek Centre (1700 Mathers Ave., West Van). $48/41/29, info www.capilanou.ca/centre/.

      Lydia Ainsworth

      LYDIA AINSWORTH Toronto pop singer-songwriter and producer tours in support of latest release Darling of the Afterglow. May 4, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Fox Cabaret (2321 Main). Tix $12 (plus service charges and fees) at Red Cat, Zulu Records, and www.ticketweb.ca/.

      LEIF VOLLEBEKK Singer-songwriter from Montreal performs tunes from latest album Twin Solitude. May 4, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Biltmore Cabaret (2755 Prince Edward). Tix $15 (plus service charge) at www.ticketfly.com/.

      BARNS COURTNEY British folk-pop singer-songwriter, with guests Foxtrax. May 5, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Biltmore Cabaret (2755 Prince Edward). Tix $17.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      TIMBER TIMBRE Juno-winning psychedelic-folk group, featuring frontman Taylor Kirk. May 5, 7 pm, Vogue Theatre (918 Granville). Tix $30/25, info www.timbertimbre.com/.

      DELAIN AND HAMMERFALL Dutch and Swedish metal bands coheadline, with guests West of Hell and Iron Kingdom. May 5, 7 pm, Rickshaw Theatre (254 E. Hastings). $85/38.50 (plus service charges and fees), info www.rickshawtheatre.com/862/delain-and-hammerfall-w-west-of-hell-iron-ki....

      MELISSA ETHERIDGE American roots-rock singer-songwriter, guitarist, and activist tours in support of latest studio album MEmphis Rock and Soul. May 5, 8 pm, River Rock Show Theatre (River Rock Casino Resort, 8811 River Rd.). Tix $119.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.ticketmaster.ca/.

      ALL THEM WITCHES Nashville rock band tours in support of upcoming release Sleeping Through the War. May 6, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Cobalt (917 Main). Tix $17 (plus service charges and fees) at Red Cat, Zulu Records, and www.ticketweb.ca/.

      SABATON Swedish power-metal band performs on its last tour, with guests Leaves' Eyes, Battle Beast, and Unleash the Archers. May 7, 7 pm, Rickshaw Theatre (254 E. Hastings). Tix $30 (plus service charges and fees) at www.enterthevault.com/, info www.rickshawtheatre.com/.

      GRANDDADDY iIndie-rock quintet from Modesto, California. May 7, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, The Imperial (319 Main). Tix $32 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      FLOGGING MOLLY Irish-American seven-piece Celtic-punk band tours in support of latest release Speed of Darkness, with guests the White Buffalo. May 7, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Commodore Ballroom (868 Granville). Tix on sale Mar 17, 10 am, $37.75 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      MARC COHN American folk-rock singer-songwriter tells the story of his musical life through song and images. May 8, 8-10:30 pm, Norman Rothstein Theatre (950 W. 41st). Tix $58/55, info www.capilanou.ca/centre/.

      NIGHTLANDS AND THE BUILDING Coheadlining bill of American indie/alt acts. May 8, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Fox Cabaret (2321 Main). Tix $12 (plus service charge) at www.ticketweb.ca/.

      THURSTON MOORE GROUP American rock singer-songwriter and former Sonic Youth member. May 8, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, The Imperial (319 Main). Tix $25 (plus service charges and fees) at Red Cat, Zulu Records, and www.ticketweb.ca/.

      TESTAMENT American thrash-metal band tours in support of latest release Brotherhood of the Snake, with guests Sepultura and Prong. May 10, doors 7 pm, show 7:30 pm, Commodore Ballroom (868 Granville). Tix $38.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      U2 Irish rock quartet kicks off its Joshua Tree Tour 2017 by performing the 1987 album in its entirety, with guests Mumford & Sons. May 12, BC Place Stadium (777 Pacific Boulevard). Tix from $35 to $280 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      ODDISEE & GOOD COMPNY American rapper and producer, one-third of the rap group Diamond District and former member of the Low Budget Crew. May 12, 7-10:30 pm, Biltmore Cabaret (2755 Prince Edward). Tix $20, info https://oddisee.bandcamp.com/.

      CHRIS HADFIELD Canadian spaceship commander shares a selection of stories, images, songs, and ideas that celebrate Canada's 150th birthday. May 12, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Orpheum Theatre (601 Smithe). Tix on sale Mar 17, 10 am, $79.50/59.50/45/29.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      SOUNDS OF SOLIDARITY United Rebellion Productions presents a fundraising concert featuring music by Alita Dupray, Peach Pit, BabyHarry/Kings of Soul, Kimmortal, Steeven K. and Da Godz, and MC Kwasi Thomas. Proceeds help displaced Syrian refugees living in Athens, Greece. May 12, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Rickshaw Theatre (254 E. Hastings). Tix $20, info www.rickshawtheatre.com/.

      JAMES MCCARTNEY English rock singer-songwriter and son of Sir Paul McCartney, with guests the Cut Losses and Anna Rose. May 13, 8 pm, WISE Hall (1882 Adanac). Tix $15, info www.facebook.com/events/1885059691722039/.

      PETER SILBERMAN American indie-rock singer-songwriter and Antlers member tours in support of first solo album Impermanence. May 13, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Fox Cabaret (2321 Main). Tix $17.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      THE SMUGGLERS The Georgia Straight presents Vancouver garage-rockers as part of the Straight 50th anniversary, with guests the Muffs, Chixdiggit, and Needles//Pins. May 13, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Commodore Ballroom (868 Granville). Tix $25 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      THE FLAMING LIPS Psychedelic alt-rockers from Oklahoma City. May 15, doors 6:30 pm, show 7:30 pm, Queen Elizabeth Theatre (650 Hamilton). Tix $59.50/49.50/35 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      RON SEXSMITH Canadian folk-pop singer-songwriter tours in support of upcoming album The Last Rider. May 15, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Rio Theatre (1660 E. Broadway). Tix $38.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      KONGOS South African rock band tours in support of latest release Egomaniac. May 16, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, The Imperial (319 Main). Tix $25 (plus service charges and fees) at www.ticketweb.ca/.

      THE WILD REEDS Folk-rock trio from L.A., with guests Blank Range from Nashville. May 16-17, 8 pm, Biltmore Cabaret (2755 Prince Edward). Tix $16/14, info thewildreedsmusic.com/.

      Jason Bonham

      JASON BONHAM'S LED ZEPPELIN EXPERIENCETribute to Led Zeppelin featuring drummer Jason Bonham, son of John Bonham. May 16, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Commodore Ballroom (868 Granville). Tix $59.75/four-packs $220 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      STEPHEN LYNCH American comedian, musician, and actor performs on his My Old Heart Tour. May 17, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Rio Theatre (1660 E. Broadway). Tix $30 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      JMSN Detroit R&B singer-songwriter and producer tours in support of latest release It Is. May 17, doors 9 pm, show 10 pm, Alexander Gastown (91 Powell). Tix $16 (plus service charges and fees) at www.ticketweb.ca/.

      ART BERGMANN Canadian punk- and alt-rock legend, formerly of the Young Canadians, Los Popularos, and Poisoned. May 19, doors 8 pm, Rickshaw Theatre (254 E. Hastings). Tix $20 (plus service charge) at www.ticketfly.com/.

      SAM OUTLAW SoCal country singer-songwriter. May 20, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Biltmore Cabaret (2755 Prince Edward). Tix $12.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      EVERGREY Swedish dark-metal band, with guests Seven Kingdoms, Need, Ascendia, Celestial Ruin, and Elysium Echoes. May 21, 6:30 pm, Rickshaw Theatre (254 E. Hastings). Tix $49.99/23 (plus service charges and fees), info www.rickshawtheatre.com/884/evergrey-seven-kingdoms-need-ascendia-celest....

      NEEDTOBREATHE South Carolina rock band tours in support of new album H A R D L O V E. May 22, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Vogue Theatre (918 Granville). Tix $40.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      MATTHEW LOGAN VASQUEZ American rock 'n' roll singer-songwriter and member of Delta Spirit. May 22, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Fox Cabaret (2321 Main). Tix $15 (plus service charges and fees) at Red Cat, Zulu Records, and www.ticketweb.ca/.

      PAUL KELLY AND CHARLIE OWEN Australian rock musician coheadlines with Australian multi-instrumentalist in support of their latest release Death's Dateless Night. May 23, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Biltmore Cabaret (2755 Prince Edward). Tix $25 (plus service charges and fees) at Red Cat, Zulu Records, and www.ticketfly.com/.

      MICHAEL KIWANUKA British soul-folk singer-songwriter and guitarist, with guests Cloves. May 23, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Commodore Ballroom (868 Granville). Tix $25 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      THE JESUS AND MARY CHAIN Scottish rock band tours in support of upcoming release Damage and Joy. May 24, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Vogue Theatre (918 Granville). Tix $52 (plus service charges and fees) at Red Cat Records and www.ticketfly.com/.

      HO99O9 New Jersey hardcore/hip-hop band tours in support of latest release United States of Horror. May 24, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Cobalt (917 Main). Tix $15 (plus service charges and fees) at Red Cat, Zulu Records, and www.ticketweb.ca/.

      BONOBO British electronica musician, producer, and DJ based in Los Angeles. May 25, doors 8 pm, Commodore Ballroom (868 Granville). Tix $35 (plus service charges and fees) at Red Cat, Zulu Records, and www.bplive.ca/.

      FOXYGEN American rock band tours in support of latest release Hang. May 25, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Rickshaw Theatre (254 E. Hastings). Tix $25 (plus service charges and fees) at Red Cat, Zulu Records, and www.ticketweb.ca/.

      Father John Misty

      FATHER JOHN MISTY American indie-rock singer-songwriter tours in support of upcoming album Pure Comedy. May 26, doors 6 pm, show 7 pm, Deer Lake Park (6344 Deer Lake Ave., Burnaby). Tix $49.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      BARN BURNER 2.0 Fundraising concert features Barney Bentall and the Legendary Hearts Band, Odds, Rich Hope, and Wild Honey. Proceeds go to Kelty Patrick Denney Foundation and Jack.org, with all funds directed to supporting youth mental-health initiatives. May 26-27, 7 pm–1 am, The Imperial (319 Main). Tix $75, info www.northvanfirefighterscharity.ca/.

      MODIFIED GHOST FESTIVAL, NIGHT 3 The second annual metal festival features music by Municipal Waste, Razor, and Nails. May 27, 5 pm, Rickshaw Theatre (254 E. Hastings). Tix $42 (plus service charges and fees), info www.rickshawtheatre.com/908/modified-ghost-festival-night-3-municipal-wa....

      THE SHINS American indie-rock band tours in support of latest studio album Heartworms. May 27, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Queen Elizabeth Theatre (650 Hamilton). Tix on sale Mar 17, 10 am, $56.50/46.50/36.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      GIRLPOOL Los Angeles punk duo tours in support of upcoming release Powerplant. May 27, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Biltmore Cabaret (2755 Prince Edward). Tix $13 (plus service charges and fees) at Red Cat, Zulu Records, and www.ticketfly.com/.

      FIVE ALARM FUNK Eight-piece Vancouver funk-fusion band performs tunes from new album Sweat. May 27, doors 8 pm, show 9:30 pm, Commodore Ballroom (868 Granville). Tix $25 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      MODIFIED GHOST FESTIVAL, NIGHT 4 The second annual metal festival features music by Cro-Mags. May 28, 6 pm, Rickshaw Theatre (254 E. Hastings). Tix $30 (plus service charges and fees), info www.rickshawtheatre.com/909/modified-ghost-festival-night-4-cro-mags-wit....

      RUFUS DU SOL Australian alt-dance group tours in support of latest release Bloom. May 29, doors 5 pm, Malkin Bowl (610 Pipeline Road, Stanley Park). Tix $32.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      BLACKBEAR Los Angeles rapper performs on his Digital DrugTour. May 29, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Commodore Ballroom (868 Granville). Tix on sale Mar 17, 10 am, $27.75 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      CATFISH AND THE BOTTLEMEN Post-punk alt-rockers from Wales. May 30, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Vogue Theatre (918 Granville). Tix $25 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

       

      JUNE

      Valerie June

      VALERIE JUNE Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist fro Memphis performs tunes from latest album The Order of Time. Jun 1, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Fox Cabaret (2321 Main). Tix $20 (plus service charge) at www.ticketweb.ca/.

      JOHN LEGEND Grammy-winning R&B and soul-pop singer-songwriter and actor from the States, with guest Gallant. Jun 1, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Rogers Arena (800 Griffiths Way). Tix $125/99/75/49/35 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      MIDNIGHT OIL Politically-minded rockers from Australia ("Beds Are Burning", "Blue Sky Mining"), featuring frontman Peter Garrett. Jun 2, doors 7 pm, show 8:30 pm, Malkin Bowl (610 Pipeline Road, Stanley Park). NOTE: Moved from previous venue of the Commodore Ballroom. Tix $55 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      DEF LEPPARD British guitar-rockers from the '80s ("Pour Some Sugar On Me", "Photograph"), with guests Poison and Tesla. Jun 6, Rogers Arena (800 Griffiths Way). Tix $139/95/65/45 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      FUTURE Multiplatinum hip-hop artist from Atlanta performs on his Nobody Safe Tour, with guests Migos, Tory Lanez, and A$AP Ferg. Jun 9, 7 pm, Rogers Arena (800 Griffiths Way). Tix at www.livenation.com/.

      HOLLERADO Canadian indie-rock band tours in support of new single "Born Yesterday". Jun 10, doors 8 pm, show 9:30 pm, Commodore Ballroom (868 Granville). Tix $20 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      SEVERED HEADS Australian electronica group. Jun 13, 8 pm, Rickshaw Theatre (254 E. Hastings). Tix $15 (plus service charges and fees), info www.facebook.com/events/455113241487800/.

      BLITZEN TRAPPER Portland-based rock 'n' roll band tours in support of eighth studio album All Across This Land. Jun 15, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, Biltmore Cabaret (2755 Prince Edward). Tix $20 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      HURRAY FOR THE RIFF RAFF American folk-blues band tours in support of upcoming release The Navigator. Jun 15, doors 8 pm, show 9 pm, The Imperial (319 Main). Tix $23.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

      TARRUS RILEY Jamaican reggae singer-songwriter performs with Dean Fraser and guests the Blak Soil Band. Jun 15, doors 8 pm, show 9:15 pm, Commodore Ballroom (868 Granville). Tix $32.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.ticketmaster.ca/.

      CASH’D OUT San Diego-based tribute to Johnny Cash. Jun 17, 7-10:30 pm, Biltmore Cabaret (2755 Prince Edward). Tix $15-18, info www.mrgconcerts.com.

      THE BLACK SEEDS Victoria B.C. Ska Society presents the New Zealand reggae ensemble. Jun 17, 8 pm, Rickshaw Theatre (254 E. Hastings). Tix $29.50/26.50 (plus service charges and fees), info www.rickshawtheatre.com/928/the-black-seeds-clinton-fearon-acoustic/.

      THE SKINTS AND MIKE LOVE Victoria B.C. Ska Society presents the English reggae band coheadlining with Hawaiian reggae singer-songwriter. Jun 18, 8 pm, Rickshaw Theatre (254 E. Hastings). Tix $22/20/17.50 (plus service charges and fees), info www.rickshawtheatre.com/930/the-skints-amp-mike-love-co-headline/.

      Bonnie Raitt

      BONNIE RAITT American blues-soul singer-songwriter performs on her Dig in Deep Tour 2017, with guest Royal Wood. Jun 19, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Queen Elizabeth Theatre (650 Hamilton). Tix $99.50/79.50/49.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/.

       

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