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National Post
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- National Post
I saw Metric in Toronto, then watched the livestream: Which is better
Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Article content Canadians have always had a significant impact on the music industry, but one of my favourite eras has to be the indie resurgence of the early to mid-2000s. Artists like Arcade Fire, Bedouin Soundclash, Feist, Hot Hot Heat and Broken Social Scene were on heavy rotation on my iPod Nano at the time, and I'm happy to report that many of these bands are still touring today. Article content Article content Toronto-based Metric is one such group currently on tour, and they recently performed at Budweiser Stage for a retrospective of their 2009 Juno Award-winning album Fantasies. I was at the show in person, but if you missed the event, there's still a way to watch from home. Article content Article content Metric live in Toronto Article content I've seen Metric live before, but it's been more than a decade since I attended one of their concerts. This time I was seated in section 301, which at the Budweiser Stage venue is about halfway between the stage and the rear lawn section, and a little to the right. Tickets for the show ranged in price from $55 – $315 per person. Article content Article content The concert kicked off with opening performances by The Dears (a new-to-me artist) and Sam Roberts Band (another Canadian act that made it big in the early aughts), both of which were a great way to start the evening. For me, however, Metric was the biggest draw. I was just about to graduate from high school when the album Fantasies was released, so the concert was a unique opportunity to transport myself back in time and do a little reminiscing. Article content
Hamilton Spectator
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
Lil Wayne is coming to Toronto for his upcoming North American tour. Here's when you can get tickets
Five-time Grammy award-winning rapper Lil Wayne is bringing his North American tour to Toronto's Budweiser Stage on Monday, Aug. 11, which will mark his only Canadian stop on the tour. 'Tha Carter VI' tour kicks off on Friday, June 6 at Madison Square Garden in New York, the same day as the release of his latest studio album. A post shared by Live Nation Ontario (@livenationon) The 34-city tour will have the likes of fellow rappers Tyga and Belly Gang Kushington joining Lil Wayne on stage for all dates, along with NoCap and Hot Boys on select dates. Key stops include Los Angeles' Arena, Atlanta's State Farm Arena, Orlando's Kia Center, and Detroit's Little Caesars Arena, among others, before wrapping up in West Palm Beach's iThink Financial Amphitheatre on Thursday, Oct. 2. The upcoming tour will celebrate over 20 years of Lil Wayne's 'Tha Carter VI' album series, treating fans to all of the hits within. An artist presale goes live on Wednesday, June 4, with additional presales to follow throughout the week. A general on-sale will begin on Friday, June 6 at 10 a.m. local time via . A variety of VIP packages and experiences will also be available for fans, which are set to include premium tickets, a limited edition poster, a specially designed gift, and early entry into the venue. The upcoming Toronto concert will mark the rapper's first appearance in the city since 2023, when he brought his 'Welcome To Tha Carter' tour to History. A post shared by Lil Wayne (@liltunechi)
Yahoo
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Shawn Mendes Announces 2025 'On The Road Again' Tour: How to Get Tickets
The post Shawn Mendes Announces 2025 'On The Road Again' Tour: How to Get Tickets appeared first on Consequence. Shawn Mendes is going 'On The Road Again' with newly announced North American and European tour dates in 2025, kicking off in the late summer and extending into fall. The pop star will head to Europe for a slate of headlining festival and arena shows starting August 5th. He'll then return to North America for eight concerts beginning September 25th. Read on for complete details about this tour, including ticket information, venue details, opening acts and everything you need to know. Buy Shawn Mendes Tickets Here The 'On The Road Again' tour is in support of his most recent project Shawn, which he also toured with last year during a series of intimate shows around the world. After kicking off on August 5th at Sunny Hill Festival in Pristina, Kosovo, the 'On The Road Again' tour will go through Europe before coming to North America. Starting on September 25th at TD Garden in Boston, Mendes will visit some iconic North American venues, including Forest Hills Stadium in New York, the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, and Budweiser Stage in Toronto. Buy Shawn Mendes Tickets Here 08/02 — Pristina, XK @ Sunny Hill Festival 08/05 — Kraków, PL @ TAURON Arena * ^ 08/07 — Budapest, HU @ Sziget Festival 08/09 — Skanderborg, DK @ Smukfest 08/12 — Cologne, DE @ LANXESS Arena * ^ 08/14 — St. Pölten, AT @ Frequency Festival 08/16 — London, UK @ The O2 * ^ 08/20 — Amsterdam, NL @ Ziggo Dome * ^ 08/22 — Zürich, CH @ Zürich Openair 08/26 — Madrid, ES @ Movistar Arena * ^ 08/28 — Lisbon, PT @ MEO Arena * ^ 08/31 — Munich, DE @ Superbloom Festival 09/25 — Boston, MA @ TD Garden ** 09/28 — Toronto, ON @ Budweiser Stage ** 10/01 — Montréal, CN @ Bell Centre ** 10/03 — New York, NY @ Forest Hills Stadium ** 10/08 — Chicago, IL @ Huntington Bank Pavilion ** 10/12 — Vancouver, CN @ Rogers Arena ** 10/14 — San Francisco, CA @ Frost Amphitheater ** 10/17 — Los Angeles, CA @ Hollywood Bowl ** * = w/ Maro ^ = w/ Lubiana ** = w/ Eddie Benjamin Tickets to Shawn Mendes' 2025 'On The Road Again' Tour will go on sale to the general public on June 6th at 10:00 a.m. local time via Ticketmaster. Fans can sign up for the artist pre-sale, which begins on June 4th at 10:00 a.m. local time, here. There will be other pre-sales ahead of the general sale, which you can check out below. Artist Pre-sale: June 4th at 10:00 a.m. local time Spotify Pre-sale: June 5th at 10:00 a.m. local time Live Nation Pre-sale: June 5th at 10:00 a.m. local time Venue Pre-sale: June 5th at 10:00 a.m. local time General On-sale: June 6th at 10:00 a.m. local time via Ticketmaster After tickets go on sale, fans can look for deals or get tickets to sold-out shows on StubHub. Note: If you're planning a trip to see Shawn Mendes, you can save 15% off travel and accommodations through Buy Shawn Mendes Tickets Here After taking a break from touring to take care of his mental health back in 2022, Mendes has returned to the stage with a bang, playing career-spanning hits to excited fans. Mendes will be playing cuts from his most recent album Shawn like 'Why Why Why' and 'Heart of Gold,' along with songs from the rest of his catalogue. In recent shows, he has also performed popular tracks like 'There's Nothin Holding Me Back,' 'Lost in Japan,' and 'Treat You Better.' 'I feel like time away has allowed me to come back and recognize and remember how unbelievably special it is to get to play live shows,' Mendes said in a statement. 'It's an honor and I'm just beyond grateful that you guys keep showing up after 10 years with so much love.' How much do tickets cost for Shawn Mendes' 'On The Road Again' tour? Ticket prices have not yet been announced, but they will vary by venue and seating section. Check individual venue websites for specific pricing. Ticket prices may also fluctuate on the secondary market. Will there be VIP packages available for Shawn Mendes' 'On The Road Again' tour? VIP packages have not yet been announced. Are there age restrictions for Shawn Mendes' 'On The Road Again' concerts? Age restrictions vary by venue. Check with the specific venue for their policy regarding minors attending the concert. Will more dates be added to the Shawn Mendes' 'On The Road Again' tour? Currently, eight dates across North America have been announced. It's unknown if additional dates will be added. Who are the opening acts for the 'Sincerely, Tour'? The European leg of the tour will feature Maro and Lubiana as openers. In North America, Eddie Benjamin will open for Mendes. 'I came across Maro's music a few years ago and she immediately became one of my favorite artists,' Mendes said in a statement. 'To be honest, I'm pretty beside myself that she'll be joining us. Same with Lubiana, she blows me away and just embodies everything as an artist I stand behind. And finally this unbelievably talented, humble human being & my brother, Eddie, will be joining in North America.' How long is a typical Shawn Mendes concert? Historically, his concerts typically last about 1-1.5 hours, featuring approximately 18-20 songs spanning his entire catalog. How can I stay updated on tour information? Fans can sign up for artist pre-sale access and updates on Shawn Mendes' website or follow official social media channels. Popular Posts Billy Joel Diagnosed with Brain Disorder, Cancels All Upcoming Tour Dates Man Wearing Nazi T-Shirt Gets a Beatdown from Fans at Punk Rock Bowling Fest Freddie Mercury's Alleged Child Revealed in New Biography David Lynch's Personal Archive Going Up for Auction The 30 Best Action Movie Stars of All Time, Ranked Is The Who's Farewell Tour in Turmoil? Subscribe to Consequence's email digest and get the latest breaking news in music, film, and television, tour updates, access to exclusive giveaways, and more straight to your inbox.
USA Today
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Shawn Mendes announces 2025 tour: Dates and how to get tickets
Shawn Mendes announces 2025 tour: Dates and how to get tickets Show Caption Hide Caption Shawn Mendes shares emotional speech about sexuality Shawn Mendes opened up to an audience in Colorado before performing his unreleased song, 'The Mountain.' Shawn Mendes will celebrate his decade-long career with a handful of North American concerts this fall. The On the Road Again tour follows a series of festival shows Mendes headlined overseas this year and marks his first significant dates aside from a handful of theater concerts last year. In 2002, Mendes canceled his Wonder tour to prioritize his mental health. 'I feel like time away has allowed me to come back and recognize and remember how unbelievably special it is to get to play live shows,' Mendes said in announcing the new concerts. 'It's an honor and I'm just beyond grateful that you guys keep showing up after 10 years with so much love.' Tickets for the shows, which launch Sept. 25 in Boston and include stops Toronto, New York, Chicago and San Francisco, go on sale at 10 a.m. local time June 5 with various presales through Spotify and local venues. The general on sale kicks off at 10 a.m. local time June 6 at The concerts will feature sets taken from a discography that spans his 2015 debut 'Handwritten,' which bore the hits 'Stitches' and 'Life of the Party,' through his 2024 return, 'Shawn,' which includes 'Why Why Why' and 'Heart of Gold.' Before Mendes plays North America with opener Eddie Benjamin, he'll round Europe from Aug. 2-Aug. 31. More: Why music fans are booking flights with their concerts tickets: 'I cried. I loved it.' Shawn Mendes On the Road Again tour dates Sept. 25 – Boston - TD Garden Sept. 28 – Toronto - Budweiser Stage Oct. 1 – Montréal - Bell Centre Oct. 3 - New York - Forest Hills Stadium Oct. 8 – Chicago, - Huntington Bank Pavilion Oct. 12 – Vancouver - Rogers Arena Oct. 14 - San Francisco - Frost Amphitheater Oct. 17 - Los Angeles - Hollywood Bowl
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
EXCEL® Gum Unveils Fresh New Look and Concert Experiences to Power a Summer of Confidence
The #1 gum brand in Canada launches bold new identity and activations at Budweiser Stage and Osheaga TORONTO, May 29, 2025 /CNW/ - Canada's favourite gum just got a fresh makeover. EXCEL® Gum, proudly part of Mars, is unveiling a bold new look this summer, celebrating a new era of confidence, culture, and connection. Launching alongside a renewed partnership with Live Nation Canada–including headline activations at Osheaga and Budweiser Stage–the rebrand builds on EXCEL®'s momentum as the #1 everyday confectionary brand and gum brand in Canada. "For over 30 years, EXCEL has been a trusted companion in Canadians' daily lives — that go-to in your pocket when you want to feel fresh, boost your confidence, or spark a shared moment with friends," said Patrick Zeng, Marketing Director at Mars Canada. "Now, with a bold new look and a campaign that brings EXCEL to some of the country's most iconic summer stages, we're evolving the brand to match the energy, confidence, and cultural moments that bring people together." With its new visual identity, EXCEL® is keeping things fresh for the next generation of chewers while reinvigorating its core fans. The new brandmark features sharp, dynamic angles that symbolize ambition and confidence, while the frost outline evolves into a clean, bright burst–a nod to the sparkle of a smile. A vibrant "power glow" further brings each flavour's unique energy to life. The refreshed look will begin appearing across Canada starting June 2025. Concert Confidence: Bringing Bold Energy to Canada's Music Scene Music has always been a catalyst for confidence, and this summer, EXCEL® is taking the stage. Following a successful 2024 season, EXCEL® is proud to continue its partnership with Live Nation Canada, bringing "Concert Confidence" to music lovers and gum chewers alike. This summer, key experiences include: EXCEL® Chew & Chill Patio at Budweiser Stage: Bringing the group chat together IRL, the lounge offers shaded seating, picture-perfect photo moments, and chances to win exclusive seat upgrades. Open now for the summer season, with pop-up EXCEL® Refreshers sampling at select shows. EXCEL® Refreshers Misting Station at Osheaga: Helping festival goers cool down between sets, this new activation features jumbo water misters and samples of EXCEL® Refreshers' fruity flavours: strawberry, blueberry, and tropical. Catch it at Osheaga from August 1 to August 3, 2025. Canadians can experience EXCEL®'s new look in-stores, at Budweiser Stage, and Osheaga all summer long, and are encouraged to share their Concert Confidence moments by tagging @excelgumca on socials. ABOUT MARS, INCORPORATED Mars, Incorporated is driven by the belief that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today. As a global, family-owned business, Mars is transforming, innovating, and evolving to make a positive impact on the world. Across our diverse and expanding portfolio of quality confectionery, food, and pet care products and services, we employ 140,000+ dedicated Associates. With almost $47 billion in annual sales, we produce some of the world's best-loved brands including Ben's Original™, CESAR®, EXCEL®, KIND®, M&M'S®, SNICKERS®, PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, and WHISKAS®. We are creating a better world for pets through our global network of pet hospitals and diagnostic services – including AniCura, BANFIELD™, BLUEPEARL™, Linnaeus and VCA™ – using cutting edge technology to develop breakthrough programs in genetic health screening and DNA testing. For more information about Mars, please visit Join us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube. SOURCE Mars, Incorporated View original content to download multimedia: Sign in to access your portfolio
