The musical phenomenon that is James Blake (pictured) will grace Vancouver this Thursday night. Bookending his performance are nights to satisfy every taste, from EDM (Pantha Du Prince) to pop (Oh Pep!) to metal (Nylithia) to punk (Bad Cop, Bad Cop).
Work off that Thanksgiving turkey running around to these rad shows, picked by our city’s #knowfun Selectors at Do604.
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HIRIE “Woman Comes First”
Arrive early at the Commodore this Wednesday to catch the cool, thoughtful vibes of Philippino roots & reggae artist HIRIE.
The Interrupters “By My Side”
When we die, we want LA ska group The Interrupters by our side. See ‘em Wednesday @ the Rickshaw.
Quantic “1000 Watts”
We absolutely cannot wait to experience the funk soul amazingness that is Quantic in the aurally lush Imperial on Saturday night.
Nahko And Medicine For The People “All Can Be Done”
Be uplifted Wednesday @ the Commodore. This is the soundtrack of the movement for a better planet.
Cold War Kids “First”
Still milking their 2014 release “Hold My Home,” but hey, it IS that good. Experience it live this Thursday @ the Commodore.
Moovalya “Six Feet Down”
Rock out with the Phoenix skate punk trio Tuesday @ Lanalou’s.
The Zolas “Fell In Love With New York”
Soooooo catchy, dang! The Zolas, playing Sunday AND Monday (Oct 16 & 17) nights @ the Commodore.
Ziggy Marley “Butterflies”
There’s no denying the universal appeal of the peace and love message that Ziggy so authentically carries on. See him and his band this Sunday @ the Vogue.
Leprous “The Price”
It’s a progressive metal smorgasboard this Wednesday @ Red Room.
Alexander Lewis “Fall Apart” (with KRNE)
Sound the alarm! Alexander Lewis is dropping in Friday night @ Fortune.
Glass Animals “Youth”
The English indie pop group are back with their highly anticipated new album. Sing along to “Youth” and all the new material from “How To Be A Human Being” on Wednesday @ Queen Elizabeth Theatre.
Bad Cop, Bad Cop “Anti Love Song”
Wednesday @ the Rickshaw is a don’t-you-dare-miss night, as LA grrl punk band Bad Cop, Bad Cop are gonna bring their tongue in cheek attitude to the DTES!
Intronaut “Fast Worms”
Gorguts are gonna be lucky if there’s even a stage to perform on after Intronaut are through with it. Friday @ the Rickshaw.
Nylithia “F-22”
Like the tactical air fighter this song is named after, Nylithia is gonna be anything but stealth this Saturday @ SBC, droppin’ ear-shattering bombs on ya at lightning speed.
Oh Pep! “Bushwick”
Basia Bulat’s been getting much deserved attention over the years. Now’s the time for Oh Pep! to get the same. Arrive early at the Vogue this Wednesday for this Aussie pop duo’s performance.
Julien m’a dit “Mic Mémé”
Embrace your Francophone side this Saturday @ the Biltmore. Julien m’a dit’s unique indie sound will have you groovin’ & movin, even if you didn’t pass French class.
Troyboi “Sneaky” (with Grandtheft)
Highly versatile producer who’s one consistent is floor-raising jams. Saturday @ the Commodore.
The Passenger “Entitled One”
A chance to not only see this intriguingly unique electronic artist perform, but also hear his talk on analogue audio synthesis. Wednesday @ Hidden City Records.
Pantha Du Prince “Islands In The Sky”
Ooooh can’t wait to dive deep into Pantha Du Prince’s electronic universe this Wednesday @ the Biltmore.
James Blake “Love Me In Whatever Way”
Stimulatingly irresistible. Experience the phenomenon that is James Blake, live this Thursday @ the Orpheum.
Have an awesome time listening to the playlist, and seeing these artists, DJs, and bands live! Come back on Monday for the newest Do604 x Vancouver Is Awesome Weekly Playlist, the best way to get a sneak peek into the hottest bands coming to our city.
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