From legendary rockers to francophones and country superstars, Calgary’s biggest concerts this month feature some incredibly talented artists – many of whom are Canadian.
Take a look below for a rundown of Calgary’s best concerts. See you at the shows!
Black Sabbath
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Legendary English rockers Black Sabbath kicked off The End tour on January 20, and already the band plans to extend their tour to 2017. The band’s final tour, led by none other than Ozzy Osbourne, includes 60 shows all over the world six of which are right here in Canada.
• When: February 1 at 7:30 p.m. POSTPONED
• Where: Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise SE, Calgary
• Tickets: Available online from $49.50 to $150. All ages
Propagandhi
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Winnipeg vegan punk rockers Propaganghi are on tour this month and are stopping in with old school punk band Belvedere. If you grew up listening to punk in the late 90s, this is one line up you won’t want to miss.
• When: February 11 at 9 p.m.
• Where: Dickens, 1000 9th Avenue SW, Calgary
• Tickets: Available online from $23 to $26. 18+
Yukon Blonde
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Kelowna babes Yukon Blonde hit the charts last year with their single Saturday Night, and they are hitting the road in the upcoming weeks. Their coast to coast Canadian tour hits our fine city this month.
• When: February 12 at 8:00 p.m.
• Where: Marquee Beer Market & Stage, 4630 Macleod Trail S, Calgary
• Tickets: Available online for $15. 18+
54-40
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Another Canadian band on tour this month is 54-40. In action since the early 80s, the British Columbians’ latest album, La Difference: A History Unplugged, is something of a greatest hits compilation and with it comes their cross-Canada tour.
• When: February 14 at 9 p.m.
• Where: Deerfoot Inn & Casino, 1000, 11500 – 35 Street SE, Calgary
• Tickets: Available online from $51.45 to $72.45. 18+
Peking Duk
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These boys say it best when they say “Peking Duk not only tastes good, but it sounds even better.” Aussie producers/funny duo Peking Duk hit the stage in Calgary this month with their extreme high energy show that is bound to be a highlight of your February/Valentine’s Day.
• When: February 14 at 9 p.m.
• Where: Commonwealth Bar & Stage, 731 10 Ave SW, Calgary
• Tickets: Available online for $20. 18+
The Sheepdogs
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In 2011, The Sheepdogs made global headlines when they became the first unsigned band to make the cover of Rolling Stone magazine. Ever since, the Canadian bearded boys from Saskatoon have recorded two studio albums, including 2015’s Future Nostalgia, and have been touring regularly.
• When: February 16 at 7 p.m.
• Where: MacEwan Hall, 2500 University Dr NW, Calgary
• Tickets: Available online for $28.50. All ages
Coeur de Pirate
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Quebec-born Beatrice Martin, or Coeur de pirate, has broken language barriers and gained international fame since her debut in 2007. With five studio albums and two Juno nominations, Martin’s beautiful French tunes can make anyone sing along en Français. Practice your French and catch her show in town this month.
• When: February 17 at 8 p.m.
• Where: Knox United Church, 506 4 Street South West, Calgary
• Tickets: Sold out.
Brad Paisley
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Country superstar Brad Paisley is bringing his Crushin’ It World Tour to Calgary this month, with Eric Paslay and Cam. The award-winning American musician has 10 studio albums to his name, and will hit town later this month with a highly anticipated setlist that will definitely make his fans happy.
• When: February 18 at 7:30 p.m.
• Where: Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise SE, Calgary
• Tickets: Available online from $89 to $125. All ages
Classified
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Nova Scotia rapper Classified released his fourth major studio album Greatful in January, with the first single “No Pressure” featuring Snoop Dogg. Probably one of the biggest names in Canadian hip hop, Classified, aka Luke Boyd, has sold-out many of his upcoming tour dates already. Don’t miss this.
• When: February 20 at 7 p.m.
• Where: MacEwan Hall, 2500 University Dr NW, Calgary
• Tickets: Available online for $32.50. All ages
The Trews
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More East Coasters are heading our way this month. The Trews return to Calgary as part of their short acoustic tour in select theatres across Canada. In support of their tour, the band has re-issued their 2009 release Friends and Total Strangers, complete with previously unavailable tracks.
• When: February 20 at 8 p.m.
• Where: Flames Central, 219 – 8th Ave SW, Calgary
• Tickets: Available online for $34.50. 18+
Treasure Fingers
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Get ready to get your dance on with Atlanta DJ/Producer Treasure Fingers. The deep house/electro DJ, who’s singed to Fool’s Gold Records, is a remix legend and an original producer extraordinaire. Expect heavy bass and gritty melodies at the Hifi Club!
• When: February 20 at 9 p.m.
• Where: Hifi Club, 219 10 Avenue SW, Calgary
• Tickets: Available online for $34.50. 18+
Morgan Page and Borgeous
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A massive EDM (and very handsome) double bill hits Flames Central later this month. American producers Morgan Page and Borgeous are both individually known for their progressive house and electronic bangers, and these two are bound to put on an unforgettable show.
• When: February 26 at 9 p.m.
• Where: Flames Central, 219 – 8th Ave SW, Calgary
• Tickets: Available online for $40. 18+
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