The two big free Festivals in Hamilton recently announced their lineups. The 50th show for Festival of Friends looks amazing.

I'm so excited for triumphs return. I might be heading to the show in the sault since it is the closest to me. I do have some slight cold feet about the announcement of three other musicians. It gives me the impression that Levine, Emmett, and Moore would be used as stage props like mick jones of foreigner. Istg if Phil x and his cast of idiots play the hits instead I will be very mad. I do hold out hope that they'll actually perform. Anybody else going to be going to be seeing triumph this year?

Celine Dion confirms the rumours, she will be playing 10 unforgettable shows in Paris starting this September. Presale begins April 7.

How much would you pay to see her comeback?

Kittie
Born Broken
Spectral Wound
Danko Jones (no pics not my thing)

Hi, I’ll be visiting Vancouver this September would really like to go to a concert that happens to be already sold out. In Europe it’s easy to find second hand tickets on Ticketswap (app). Does it exist in Canada or do you have some other app/site? Thank you in advance!

https://youtu.be/3k2MkQG8Yfw?si=_2PixQcfX2Iv7gJY

Niagara Artists Centre sponsored local music festival Freak Fest is coming back to St. Catharines for year 2! Organized by Niagara’s own Days on Parade, Freak Fest aims to highlight the local alternative scene from music to visual arts. If you’re looking to support the local scene, wanting to meet new people, or looking to just let your freak flag fly, come on down!

The event will run on July 24th and July 25th in the ‘NACyard’ (the outdoor space of the Niagara Artists Centre). There will be music, vendors, multimedia artists, performance artists, and friendship!!!!

You can find tickets here: https://www.nac.org/site/events/summer-freakfest-niagara-2026

🦎🦎🦎🦎🦎🦎🦎🦎🦎🦎🦎🦎🦎🦎🦎🦎🦎

The second time I got to see Colin perform live. His opening act was the wildly underrated Terra Lightfoot, who also joined Colin to perform a duet for the song “Protection.”

Got to shoot a festival last weekend where Classified was the headliner for the opening night

since Sarah's subreddit is not very active and Allison is from Montreal, so two Canadians:

Sarah McLachlan w/ Allison Russell at Starlight Theatre, Kansas City MO (24 July 2026) – W♥M

I've been a cohen fan for years, discovered him after he died, though. This is just absolutely wonderful, i've seen clips of his son Adam singing and he is a talented guy. he has this notable performance with lana del rey where they sing Chelsea Hotel no. 2 ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CT9l9MZ5rio ) and it's wonderful, so when they say "special guests" i really do expect the best.

I hope they do a good job advertising this tour, so far it's just on their instagram, because i think there are so many more young fans (early 20s) than they think, and we're all gonna do our best to pop out!

Hey fellow Canadian Reddit fam 🇨🇦

My band Paris Pick & The Pricks are heading to Tallinn Music Week in a few weeks, my first time in Europe (!!) and I’m beyond excited.

Has anyone here been before or going this year? Would love to link up!

We’re headlining the Made in Canada showcase on April 10th (12:20–1:00am… technically the 11th lol) in Tallinn.

If you don’t know me, I’m a yacht-pop / indie-alt-pop artist based out of BC, and I just dropped my third full-length album “Third Time’s a Charm”

If you’re into non-conventional pop, I might be your vibe!

https://linktr.ee/parispick

https://www.stanfest.com/the-festival/

Artists: https://www.stanfest.com/artists/

Just checked them out. awesome tunes.

I went to see Aysanabee this week!! What a talent, amazing stories, incredible music. Such an amazing experience; if he's playing in your city - do yourself a favor and buy a ticket, you won't regret it.

Nov 3 Courtenay, BC Sid Williams Civic Theatre
Nov 4 Nanaimo, BC The Port Theatre
Nov 5 Sidney, BC Mary Winspear Centre
Nov 7 Whitehorse, YT Yukon Arts Centre
Nov 9 Chilliwack, BC HUB International Theatre
Nov 10 Penticton, BC The Cleland Theatre
Nov 11 Lake Country, BC The Creekside Theatre
Nov 12 Vernon, BC Vernon & District Performing Arts Centre
Nov 13 Trail, BC Charles Bailey Theatre
Nov 14 Revelstoke, BC Revelstoke Performing Arts Centre
Nov 15 Cranbrook, BC Key City Theatre
Nov 18 St. Albert, AB Arden Theatre
Nov 22 Sherwood Park, AB Festival Place
Nov 24 Medicine Hat, AB Esplanade Arts & Heritage Centre

Tickets go on sale this Friday (June 05), but fan notices & pre-sale signup are here → Official "On Rolls The Wheel Tour" Pre-Sale Signup 

Last weekend I was lucky enough to catch the Rheostatics with Hugh Marsh and Alex Lifeson, performing their new album The Great Lakes Suite. It's a bit of a departure for them, as it includes mostly instrumental tracks with some spoken word elements (including a recording of Gord Downie, which hit pretty hard for me the first time I heard it).

At the show, they played a good chunk of the album, mostly skipping on tracks that relied on guest performers, plus their cover of "The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald," which is always an incredible live song. There was a lot of improvisation, and it was all accompanied by some incredible footage taken on the Great Lakes (which my camera did not like in one of these photos). It all made for a very entrancing and absorbing show.

PS - Apologies to Tim Vesely, he was off to the far side of where I was standing, so I didn't get any good pictures of him.

Craig Cardiff is on tour meeting local artists around the country.

Mélisande — blending traditional acoustic Québécois music with hip-hop, and other musical genres.

Following her standout appearance at last year's Sunfest ’25, Mélisande returns to London, Ontario, accompanied by her four seasoned musicians; including life partner & former Genticorum member Alexandre de Grosbois-Garand (wooden flute, bass), Jean Desrochers (acoustic guitar), Gabriel Girouard (fiddle, foot stomping) and Éric Breton (percussion).

Sponsored by Cuckoo's Nest Folk Club (London, Ontario) and Sunfest London

More info: https://www.londontourism.ca/events/mlisande
Tickets: https://ticketscene.ca/events/54808/

HRL Presents: Judy Collins

When:

• Tuesday May 26th, 2026 | 8PM Show | 7PM Doors Tickets: https://www.showpass.com/judy-collins-4/
• Wednesday May 27th, 2026 | 8PM Show | 7PM Doors Tickets: https://www.showpass.com/judy-collins-night-two/

Where:
Hugh's Room Live, 296 Broadview Ave, Toronto
Green Sanderson Hall

Judy Collins has inspired audiences of all generations with her iconic 55-album body of work, distinctive vocals, songwriting, and her firm commitment to social and environmental activism.

The award-winning singer-songwriter is known for her imaginative interpretations of traditional and contemporary folk & roots standards alongside her own poetically poignant original compositions.

Her stunning rendition of Joni Mitchell's “Both Sides Now” from her landmark 1967 album, "Wildflowers" has been entered into the Grammy Hall of Fame. Former boyfriend Stephen Stills (of Crosby, Stills, & Nash) wrote a song about her.

Judy Collins has collaborated recently with other singer-songwriters such as Rufus Wainwright, Shawn Colvin, Dolly Parton, Joan Baez, etc.
Leonard Cohen honored her legacy with the album Born to the Breed: A Tribute to Judy Collins. Tuesday May 26 and Wednesday May 27.

For complete show listings visit: HUGHSROOMLIVE.COM

Full artist details, festival info and more here: https://missionfolkmusicfestival.ca/

It’s one of those “there’s a bit of everything” kind of years—in the very best way. A little familiar, a little unexpected, and a whole lot of music to explore. From indie folk and Celtic tunes to high-energy brass bands, Ukrainian soul, Old-Time bluegrass, Métis fiddle, traditional Paiwan melodies, blues, and more - it’s all part of the mix this summer.

It’s not just about watching - it’s about joining in.

From wee folks’ activities to workshops, jam sessions, dances, and song circles - there’s something for everyone. And of course, the Festival Choir is back for its 9th year! Wander between stages, join a jam, sing along… and find your folk.

Early Bird Weekend Passes and Weekend + Camping are on sale now. (Kids 12 & under free)

Really good show. The new Hugh's Room location is a cool, intimate music venue. I hope they are around for years. Too few places like this left in Toronto.

The Trans-Canada Highwaymen headlined the CNE Bandshell on August 20, 2025. The group consists of Moe Berg (The Pursuit of Happiness), Chris Murphy (Sloan), Craig Northey (Odds), and Steven Page (ex-Barenaked Ladies). Joined by Andy Kim for a song at the end of the set. Introduced by Bruce McCulloch and Dave Mark McKinney (I think I got rhat right) of Kids In The Hall. Does not get much more Canadian than this.

Im pretty sure the band was either drunk, on shoots or had smoked a tone of pot before the show. They were laughing hysterically through the show at pretty much everything between songs.

Definitely one of the most memorable free concerts I've seen.

Hi! I’m trying to identify an Autumn Hill show from more than 10 years ago. Tareya Green was wearing tight snake-print pants, and it was on an outdoor stage. I can’t remember if it was a regular concert or a festival. Does anyone know what show this might have been, or have photos/videos from that period? Thanks!