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December is Legendary, Thanks to the Union!
Tuesday September 30, 2008 10:15 AM
RISE AGAINST and
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RISE AGAINST
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SASKATOON – November 30 – Prairieland Park
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REGINA – December 1 – Conexus Arts Centre – Convention Hall
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CALGARY – December 2 – Round Up Centre
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EDMONTON – December 3 – Shaw Convention Centre
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WINNIPEG – December 5 – MTS Centre
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Rise Against are hitting the road across Canada this fall with a headlining tour to coincide with the release of their new album, Appeal To Reason, to be released on October 7th. Joining them on this mission will be Thursday and Sage Francis.
Rise Against are vocalist Tim McIlrath, bassist Joe Principe, drummer Brandon Barnes and guitarist Zach Blair. In spring 2001, the band released their debut CD The Unraveling on Fat Wreck Chords. After two years of solid touring, Rise Against recorded Revolutions Per Minute (2002), followed by Siren Song Of The Counter Culture produced by Gggarth Richardson (Rage Against The Machine, Melvins, Sick Of It All). The Sufferer & the Witness was released in 2006 and debuted at #10 on the Billboard Top 200 chart.
For their fifth studio album, Appeal To Reason, Rise Against teamed up with Bill Stevenson (Black Flag, Descendants) and Jason Livermore to record at the Blasting Room in Ft. Collins, CO, the same produc-tion team and studio used for ‘The Sufferer & the Witness’ and ‘Revolutions Per Minute.’ The music video for the hot new single ‘Re-Education (Through Labor)’ recently premiered on MTV Unleashed and Much Music, and the song itself will be part of the new ‘Guitar Hero: World Tour’ video game, available on Oct 26th, 2008.
Thursday, from New Brunswick New Jersey, have been evoking intense passions in people for years. The band began as a closely-knit group of friends who channeled those unbreakable bonds into not only an idea, but also an unparalleled sound that sets Thursday apart from all other bands.
Sage Francis is a renowned hip-hop artist based in Providence, Rhode Island. His intricate wordplay, understated confidence and passionate delivery has distinguished Francis as one of the most vital per-formers to emerge from the underground scene in years.
DISTURBED
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VANCOUVER – November 30 – Queen Elizabeth Theatre
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EDMONTON – December 1 – Shaw Conference Centre
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CALGARY – December 3 – Stampede Corral
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SASKATOON – December 5 – Prairieland Park – Hall D
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WINNIPEG – December 6 – Burton Cummings Theatre
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Nearly a decade after the release of their groundbreaking debut, The Sickness, Disturbed have become one of the most passionate and well-respected bands in the hard-rock universe, a dependable source not only of pummeling riffs and jackhammer beats, but of personal and political insights into our troubled times. Yet success (in the form of three platinum-plus albums, with both Believe and Ten Thousand Fists topping Billboard’s album chart and over nine million albums sold) hasnt dulled this Chicago-based four-some’s taste for adventure. If anything, Disturbed’s loyal fanbase has pushed the band to newer heights of self-expression. So it makes sense that on the occasion of their fourth album, Indestructible, that front-man David Draiman, guitarist Dan Donegan and drummer Mike Wengren decided to take the reins and produce themselves in the studio.
‘Doing three records with Johnny K taught us a tremendous amount,’ Draiman says of the industry veteran who helmed The Sickness, Believe and Ten Thousand Fists. ‘We’re always trying to evolve and try new things and experiment,’ adds Donegan. So this time we wanted to do things a little bit differently.’ Wengren says that Indestructible which the band tracked over three months in Fall 2007 at Chicago’s Groovemaster Recordingafforded the band the ‘opportunity to prove to ourselves and to everybody else that we could do it.’ The result of Disturbed’s experimentation in the studio is the groups darkest, angriest outing yet. Inspired by two and a half years’ worth of challenging experiences, Draiman told the rest of the band that he was in the mood to purge. Fortunately, they were right there with him.
‘We wanted to get back to some of the elements that were maybe lacking on the last two records, says Donegan. Davids got a great ability to sing really melodically, but we wanted him to get back to the rhythmic, animalistic, rapid-fire delivery hes known for. Hes very hard to touch when he does that, and we wanted to give him music to provoke that.’
LAMB OF GOD - SASKATOON
Monday September 29, 2008 09:16 AM
LAMB OF GOD
The Union is luring LAMB OF GOD to Saskatoon for a one night only show, as they continue their tour with Metallica!
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SASKATOON – December 6 – Prairieland Park Hall D GET TICKETS HERE
Lamb of God have consistently accompanied their persistent savagery with technical songwriting and jaw dropping musicianship. Their breakthrough disc, Sacrament was a combination of pummeling thrash, gripping hardcore and thrilling classic metal, the album is searing, bold and relentless, probing dark unexplored regions of aggression and emotional decay rivaled by none. By the end of 2006 the band had shattered every goal most metal bands can expect to attain. The band and the overwhelming grass roots following would no longer go unnoticed. Sacrament and Lamb of God were nominated for a Grammy in best category of best Metal Performance.
In January of 2007 the band appeared on the Late Show with Conan O’Brien. In the UK the band was honored with 5 nominations at the Golden Gods awards and the band went on to tour the world three times over the next 2 years, finishing off the touring cycle headlining arenas across the US in December of 2007. The band has most recently released a DVD Walk With Me In Hell, which gives fans an uncensored insight into life on the road with Lamb of God.
THE SWORD is a colossal, high-energy powerhouse. Utilizing a potent combination of intense songwriting chemistry, eye-opening creativity and talent and a distinctly unique vision, THE SWORD is, without question, one of heavy musics most electrifying new bands. Conceived in Austin, TX in 2003, THE SWORD took the form of a cohesive quartet in early 2004 when guitarist / singer J.D. Cronise, guitarist Kyle Shutt, bassist Bryan Richie, and drummer Trivett Wingo joined forces. Inspired by such legendary names as SLEEP, SLAYER and THE MELVINS, the four-piece immediately began to construct the songs that would soon comprise their initial demo recording.
Lamb of God and The Sword are currently touring with Metallica across Canada and will be making a special one off stop in Saskatoon Saskatchewan, December 6, 2008.
THE WALL - As Performed by The Australian Pink Floyd
Tuesday September 16, 2008 10:01 AM
AUSTRALIAN PINK FLOYD
The Union brings you Pink Floyd’s THE WALL as performed by The Australian Pink Floyd
For the first time in over 25 years, Pink Floyd’s legendary rock opera “THE WALL” will be heard live in concert and in its entirety performed by The Australian Pink Floyd Show.
This is the world premiere of an amazing new stage production including animation, lasers and inflatables. PLUS a very special ‘greatest hits’ encore!
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VANCOUVER – December 8 – The Centre GET TICKETS HERE
EDMONTON – December 10 – Winspear Centre GET TICKETS HERE
SASKATOON – December 11 – TCU Place – GET TICKETS HERE
CALGARY – December 12 – Jack Singer GET TICKETS HERE
The Union is FILLING up your Fall!
Monday August 11, 2008 09:32 AM
BAD RELIGION and
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BAD RELIGION
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EDMONTON – September 17 – Edmonton Events Centre
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SASKATOON – September 19 – The Odeon
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WINNIPEG – September 20 – Burton Cummings Theatre
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THUNDER BAY – September 22 – Thunder Bay Community Auditorium
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Due to popular demand, tickets will go ON SALE Friday for the Thunder Bay show Only!
Bad Religion is currently surging forward with a renewed creative intensity. Their fourteenth album, entitled New Maps of Hell (Epitaph), is both a nod to the bands defiant past and an undeniable step forward in the evolution of a genre they helped to define. While many of the new songs are as brutally fast and unflinchingly heartfelt as anything the band has done before, the record is also filled with unexpected sounds, inventive rhythms and lush pop choruses.
The band originally formed in Southern California in 1980 by Jay Bentley (bass), Greg Graffin (vocals), Brett Gurewitz (guitars) and Jay Ziskrout (drums).
They are often credited for leading the revival of punk rock during the late 1980s, as well as influencing a large number of other punk and rock musicians throughout their career. In the 28 years since its inception, Bad Religion has had numerous lineup changes, and Graffin has been the only constant member, however the band currently features three of the original four members.
Watching the band rip through a live set in front of a few thousand exhilarated fans illustrates, the sheer power of Bad Religion’s music is unquestionable. The kids are pressed against the barrier, many with eyes closed and fists raised, singing each lyric as if it means the world to them. The entire affair has an intensely inspirational and cathartic air, like some riotous punk rock baptism in the name of free thought and dissent.
PAUL VAN DYK
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CALGARY – October 26 – Flames Central
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Grammy nominated artist and globally acclaimed DJ and Producer Paul van Dyk continues to dominate the electronic music charts and appears at the pinnacle of every Top DJ list across the globe. PvD, as his fans have nicknamed him, is currently ranked the Worlds No. 1 DJ by DJ Magazines Top 100 DJs poll for the second consecutive year. His new original album In Between will be in stores August 2007 and features collaborations with David Byrne and Jessica Sutta of the Pussycat Dolls.
PvD is renowned as one of the hardest working artists, with sold-out tours that cross each continent, headline spots at every major festival, and a hugely successful recording career. With over 3 million albums sold worldwide, van Dyk travels around the world over 16 times each year to sold out performances internationally. 2007 alone has brought us PvD remixes of Depeche Modes Martyr and Justin Timberlakes What Goes Around.
PvD received a Grammy nomination in 2005 for Best Dance/Electronic Album for his original album Reflections this marked the first time NARAS recognized this category. His original productions from Reflections have been synced into major motion pictures such as Into the Blue, Sistersterhood of the Travel-ing Pants, televisions Entertainment Tonight and MTVs Cribs, and international ad campaigns for Mo-torola, HBO, Land Rover, Ski Vail and most recently for Jeep. This year he won the International Dance Music Award (IDMA) for Best Euro DJ.
PvD created a revolutionary and visionary concept to offer internet users legal electronic music down-loads called VONYC.com a combination of radio and a music download shop overseen by specialists focused on the electronic dance scene. He has also dedicated significant energy to politics and social justice, participating in childrens charities and the Rock the Vote campaign. He was recently awarded Berlins Medal of Honor for his work with the German Red Cross, joining a distinguished list of arts & political figures with this honor.
AGGRESSIVE TENDENCIES FALL TOUR!
Tuesday July 29, 2008 11:54 AM
EXCLAIM! Aggressive Tendencies
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TORONTO – September 24 – Lee’s Palace
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WINNIPEG – September 27 – Royal Albert Arms
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REGINA – September 28 – The Exchange
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EDMONTON – September 29 – MacEwan Hall
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CALGARY – September 30 – The Warehouse Nightclub
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KELOWNA – October 1 – The Habitat
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VANCOUVER – October 2 – Pat’s Pub
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The Exclaim! Aggressive Tendencies tour is back with one of its most innovative and progressive lineups to date. A cross Canada tour dedicated to celebrating hard, heavy and creative bands, this year features Relapse recording artists BARONESS and GENGHIS TRON along with newly signed Metal Blade recording artist BISON.
BARONESS
With a sound built upon a resolute sense of purpose and shaped by hundreds of explosive live shows, Georgias BARONESS position themselves at the forefront of heavy music with their debut full length and Relapse debut Red Album. Red Album is at once powerful, expressive, confident, and commanding. The band is a touring machine with almost 250 shows a year since the bands inception. Now they will be taking over clubs with their first headlining tour through Canada.
GENGHIS TRON
The enigmatic trio GENGHIS TRON weaves an ocean-sized orchestra from just a few instruments and machines. On GENGHIS TRONs vivid palette of sound and texture, giant riffs and frenetic beats make perfect sense next to haunting vocal melodies and moments of subtle beauty. The bands recent Relapse debut Board Up the House spills over with the extremes of modern music into an unforgettable album experience unlike any other.
BISON
One of the latest signings to Metal Blade records, BISON are born of the ashes of seminal Vancouver skate-thrash band S.T.R.E.E.T.S. Their riffs are colossal and flow like a mighty river into a sea of fuzzed out shredding. Their message is punk rock angst and revolution, with the occasional nod to white wizards, the king of swine and a mythical beast called the Stokasaurus. BISON is currently recording their Metal Blade debut Quiet Earth with Jesse Gander (3 Inches of Blood, Subhumans, Mass Grave, S.T.R.E.E.T.S.) at The Hive Studios in Burnaby, BC and are currently slated for a fall 2008 release.
MONSTERS OF ROCK! - Things to Know!
Thursday July 24, 2008 09:33 AM
OZZY OSBOURNE’S MONSTERS OF ROCK
The Union and GoldenVoice are really super excited to bring you the MONSTERS OF ROCK!
CALGARY – July 26 – McMahon Stadium GET TICKETS HERE
The following info is very important!
*PLEASE NOTE THAT GATES OPEN AT 11:30 WITH THE 1st BAND HITTING THE STAGE AT NOON
*ALL VIP TICKET HOLDERS SHOULD PROCEED TO THE SPECIFIED VIP ENTRANCE FOR PRIORITY ENTRANCE
*PLEASE NOTE THAT MCMAHON STADIUM DOES NOT PERMIT TAILGATING. NO OPEN
ALCOHOL IS PERMITTED IN THE VENUE PARKING LOT.
*NOTE THAT ALL PERSONS AND ANY BAGS/BACKPACKS ARE SUBJECT TO SEARCH UPON
ENTRY TO THE VENUE. PLEASE AVOID ANY LARGE BACKPACKS AS THEY WILL DELAY YOUR ENTRY INTO THE VENUE.
*BELOW IS A LIST OF ITEMS THAT ARE PERMITTED AND NOT PERMITTED IN THE VENUE.
Permitted items
– 1 sealed bottle water– sunblock
– bug spray
– hats
– disposable cameras
– handheld digital cameras (no lens)
– blankets
NOT permitted
– no weapons
– no professional cameras / recording devices
– no drugs or paraphernalia
– no alcohol
– no umbrellas
– no chairs
– no pets
– no glass containers
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT www.monstersofrockfestival.com
The Union is bringing Against Me! to YOUR Town!
Wednesday July 9, 2008 3:14 PM
AGAINST ME!
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WINNIPEG – Sep 10 – Garrick Centre
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SASKATOON – Sep 11 – The Odeon
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EDMONTON – Sep 12 – Edmonton Events Centre
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CALGARY – Sep 13 – MacEwan Hall
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“Are you restless like me?” From the song “Up The Cuts”
A decade ago, Tom Gabel began his music career as a 17-year old solo acoustic act known as Against Me!, belting out songs of rebellion in Laundromats and any other venue that would have him.
Flash forward to today, and Gabel’s agitation cycle is still cranked high, but not without a wild streak of optimism thrown in for good measure. For the past five years, the gravelly roar of the vocalist/guitar player has been part of a thunderous and thoughtful foursome featuring Andrew Seward (bass), Warren Oakes (drums) and James Bowman (guitar), still doing business under the Against Me! moniker. Churning out a distinctive blend of punk, rock, and even folk that is impossible to label, they have toured all 50 states and foreign lands from Iceland to Australia, forging an intense connection with their growing legions of fans.
After three successful full-length records on indie labels—Reinventing Axl Rose (No Idea, 2002); As the Eternal Cowboy (Fat Wreck Chords, 2003) and Searching For a Former Clarity (Fat Wreck Chords 2005), which reached #9 on the Billboard Top Independent Albums chart and featured the thumping “Don’t Lose Touch”—this Gainesville, Florida band is made its major-label debut that has got the attention of all music fans. Their album New Wave (Sire Records) is an amazing collection of songs that continues the bands pursuit of honest, powerful and smart songs.
Do not miss this great live band as they make their first headline tour in Western Canada in support of New Wave.
The Union welcomes back THE BIGGEST DJ IN THE WORLD!
Tuesday June 24, 2008 08:59 AM
TIESTO
THE UNION IS PLEASED TO WELCOME TIESTO BACK TO CALGARY!
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CALGARY – August 28th – Flames Central GET TICKETS HERE
Arguably the biggest DJ in the world, Tiesto returns to Calgary for an exclusive club performance at Flames Central, as part of his dedicated North American tour in support of his latest mix album, In Search of Sunrise 7 Asia.
In Search Of Sunrise 7 Asia is the latest volume in Tiesto’s successful, geographically-inspired compilations, was mixed and recorded in Thailand, and captures the peaceful and intensively passionate way of life together with the vigorous activity that Tiesto encountered during his tour through the region this spring. With past stops in Latin America, Los Angeles and last year’s Ibiza, Tiesto shows that Asia gave him the inspiration to deliver a brand new, double disc mix compilation, which beautifully expresses what he experienced on his journeys.
On In Search of Sunrise 7 Asia, Tiesto offers up a seamless trip through the latest and best trance, house and techno with an Asian flair, spread over two full length discs. ‘I wanted to mix the concept behind ISOS 7 over two separate sets in such a fashion that the listeners can get a proper impression of what it means to tour Asia’, he says. ‘Disc one will dwell on the easy going ambience and overwhelming beauty of the continent, whereas the second disc will focus on the incredible energy of the Asian people I felt during the live sets throughout the Asian tour’.
The dedicated North American 2008 In Search Of Sunrise Summer Tour will roll through 36 clubs through the United States and Canada. He will later on host an exclusive two month long residency at Club Privilege in Ibiza. Tiesto will be the resident every Monday, starting on the 7th of July until the closing party on the 22nd of September. Tiesto will deliver his four hour deejay sets in the style of his In Search Of Sunrise series, everything supported by a newly developed and custom made state of the art production.
More Sweet Summer Announcements
Tuesday June 3, 2008 12:05 AM
METRIC
THE UNION IS PLEASED TO WELCOME BACK METRIC!
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CALGARY – July 8th – Flames Central
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One of Canadas hottest groups are coming back to Calgary to give people a taste of what is in-store in the coming year.
Metric have been working on their brand new album for the last year and this July at Flames Central, they will be road testing some of their new material. With a single due out later in July and an album coming out in the Fall, their will be plenty of surprises in store for all of Metrics fans. This is a rare live appearance for the band as they are only out on select dates sucah as Coachella and Pemberton this year.
Do not miss Metric live at Flames Central during the Stampede on July 8th, 2008.
BLOC PARTY!
Monday May 26, 2008 01:01 AM
BLOC PARTY! BLOC PARTY!
THE UNION IS PLEASED TO PRESENT CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED BRITISH POP-ROCKERS
BLOC PARTY!
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EDMONTON – September 9 – Edmonton Event Centre
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CALGARY – September 10 – MacEwan Hall
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Storming onto the scene in 2005 with their debut album Silent Alarm, Bloc Party spent 69 weeks on the UKs top album charts. The record which included the singles ‘Banquet’ and ‘Helicopter’ raced up the charts in 17 countries around the world, was declared Album of the Year by NME Magazine and went on to sell one million copies worldwide.
Returning with their follow up A Weekend in the City, singer Kele Okereke, guitarist Russell Lissack, bassist Gordon Moakes and drummer Matt Tong teamed up with producer Jacknife Lee (U2, Snow Patrol) to create 11 electrifying and staggeringly direct tracks that chronicle post-millennial Britain.
Pitchforkmedia.com said, ’...within a minute the bands starting to kick up dust, on its way to be a chorus hook thats loose, energetic, and honestly thrilling: Its the kind of craftsmanship that would sound good coming from nearly anyone. Blender Magazine said, At Bloc Partys best, music and message collide with astounding force.
Prior to coming to Canada, Bloc Party will perform at some of the worlds biggest music festivals includ-ing Chicagos Lollapalooza, Germanys Hohenfelden Festival and the UKs Reading and Leeds Festivals.
Dont miss Bloc Party as they perform all your favorites along with new tracks of their upcoming album set for release in October 2008 on Warner Music.
TICKETS ARE ON SALE THIS SATURDAY MAY 31st at 10am! Stay tuned for new information
The UNION presents RANCID!!
Monday May 12, 2008 09:06 AM
EDMONTON – September 8 – Shaw Conference Centre
CALGARY – September 9 – Round Up Centre
Tickets On Sale this Saturday May 17th at 10am! Right here at unionevents.com or ticketmaster.ca! Also available while supplies last at the following outlets
Edmonton – Freecloud, FS(wem), Blackbyrd, and Megatunes
Calgary – Megatunes and Sloth Records
One of the most popular and enduring American punk bands RANCID are making their long awaited return to Alberta. They will be touring across North America throughout the summer, prior to the release of their new album, their first one since 2003.
In the five years since the release of Indestructible, the members of Rancid have been anything but dormant. 2004 saw the release of guitarist Lars Frederiksens second solo album Viking, a scorching homage to Lars vida loca, equal parts violence and love. 2005 marked the release of Haunted Cities by singer Tim Armstrongs side project, the Transplants. Additionally, in 2007 Armstrong released a superb solo record, A Poets Life, which spawned the summertime hit single ‘Into Action’, heard on radio stations across the country and on dance floors around the world. Meanwhile, bassist Matt Freemans legendary skills were highlighted on both the Transplants record and tour, and also on worldwide tours playing with Social Distortion. Seemingly, the band has so much creative output, it cannot be contained in a single project.
Rancid formed from the ashes of the cult East Bay band, Operation Ivy, in the early 90s and in their 15+ years have sold millions of records. Their 1994 breakthrough hit record Lets Go and 1995 smash And Out Come the Wolves garnered gold and platinum records from around the world, produced multiple hit singles and ensured worldwide fame for the band. Still, Rancid remains true to their vision and their friends, working with Epitaph founder, president and producer Brett Gurewitz in and out of the studio for over a decade. The only line-up change aside from the addition of Lars Frederiksen in 1993 was when Brandon Steineckert took over drum duties from Brett Reed last year. They wear their loyalty like a proud emblem.
EDMONTON – September 8 – Shaw Conference Centre
CALGARY – September 9 – Stampede Corral
Tickets On Sale this Saturday May 17th at 10am! Right here at unionevents.com or ticketmaster.ca!
VIRGIN MUSIC FESTIVAL LINE UP ANNOUNCED! Plus More!
Tuesday April 8, 2008 09:53 AM
VIRGIN MUSIC FESTIVAL – Calgary 2008
The Union and GoldenVoice are really super excited to bring you VIRGIN MUSIC FESTIVAL for the first time ever to CALGARY!
With Stone Temple Pilots, The Tragically Hip, The Flaming Lips, Three Days Grace, City and Colour, Matthew Good and His Band, Corb Lund, Face to Face, Stars, The New Pornographers, Constantines, Attack in Black and MANY MORE!
A limited number of early bird tickets for Virgin Music Festival Calgary are available at futureshop.ca beginning on Wednesday, April 9th at 10a.m.
General ticket sales begin Saturday, April 12th at 10 a.m. through Future Shop and at all Ticketmaster outlets, ticketmaster.ca, and by calling 403-777-0000. Ticket information is also available at: virginfestival.ca. One-day passes are $75.50 (including all sales taxes, venue fee, and a
$1 donation to Virgin Unite Canada). Two-day passes are $125.00 (including all sales taxes, venue fee, and a $2 donation to Virgin Unite Canada).
CALGARY – June 21 and 22 – Fort Calgary GET TICKETS HERE
Mindless Self Indulgence
New York’s Mindless Self Indulgence (MSI) is an inflammatory band which has been mixing punk rock and driving electronic music together since 1997. With an amalgamation of sounds and genres, the band has been storming the electronic and punk scenes, garnering many hardcore fans in their wake with both their recorded material, and manic live performances.
Pre-Sale begins Tuesday April 8th at 10am! Use the password “TROUBLE” to get your tickets NOW!
EDMONTON – June 3 – Starlite Room GET TICKETS HERE
CALGARY – June 4 – The Warehouse GET TICKETS HERE
Private Club – Members and Guests Welcome
Taste of Chaos - Going Fast
Friday March 28, 2008 12:56 AM
Rockstar Energry Drink: TASTE OF CHAOS
The Union brings the TASTE OF CHAOS back to YOUR town!
With Avenged Sevenfold, Atreyu, Bullet for my Valentine and many more to be announced!
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VANCOUVER – April 17 -PNE FORUM GET TICKETS HERE
CALGARY – April 19 – Stampede Corral GET TICKETS HERE
EDMONTON – April 22 – Northlands Agricom GET TICKETS HERE
More Announcements from The Union!
Wednesday March 12, 2008 12:43 AM
CAKE formed in Sacramento, California in 1991. The band quickly became a hot item in the downtown club and cafe scene, then went on to gain a steady following in San Francisco’s Bay Area. Lead singer John McCrea’s unwitting amalgam of Jonathan Richman, David Byrne, and Woody Guthrie, backed by CAKE’s shambling countrified funk, took Northern California by storm.
To date, CAKE has toured extensively throughout the world including North and South America, Europe, Australia, and Japan.
Through their career CAKE have defied convention with an eclectic string of hits, from the tightly wrought lament “The Dis-tance”, the radio stand-out “Never There”, “Sheep Go to Heaven”, “No Phone”, “Short Skirt/Long Jacket”, and an unconventional remake of Gloria Gaynor’s disco classic “I Will Survive”.
After touring in support of their fifth album Pressure Chief, CAKE parted ways with Columbia Records and struck out on their own with Upbeat Records. The new labels first release, b-sides and rarities, garnered glowing reviews and an unlikely radio hit with their cover of the Black Sabbath classic War Pigs.
VANCOUVER – May 13 – Vogue Theatre GET TICKETS HERE
CALGARY – May 15 – MacEwan Hall GET TICKETS HERE
EDMONTON – May 16 – Edmonton Event Centre GET TICKETS HERE
Pre-Sales! Pre-Sales! Get Your Pre-Sales!
Tuesday March 4, 2008 09:33 AM
COHEED and CAMBRIA With the band’s latest creation, the euphoric No World For Tomorrow, we arrive at the final chapter in the saga of Claudio Kilgannon, the story’s main character, who is out to avenge the death of his parents (Coheed and Cambria Kilgannon). While the story is set to reach its destructive end with NWFT, the band reveals their next album will be a prequel to the saga.
Tickets are On Sale March 7th at 10am right here at unionevents.com!
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EDMONTON – May 23 – Edmonton Event Centre GET TICKETS HERE
CALGARY – May 24 – MacEwan Hall GET TICKETS HERE
SASKATOON – May 25 – The Odeon GET TICKETS HERE
WINNIPEG – May 27 – Burton Cummings Theatre GET TICKETS HERE
DREAM THEATER
SECOND SHOW ADDED!
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CALGARY – May 10 – MacEwan Hall GET TICKETS HERE
Even More Awesome for Your Spring!
Three Inches of Blood is charging back! Blood soaked and ready for more! Last September the guys rocked a sold out crowd at the Legion Hall, now its their Ballroom debut! With an additional stop in Edmonton, make sure you catch them!
Tickets are On Sale March 7th at 10am right here at unionevents.com!
EDMONTON – April 10 – Starlite Room
CALGARY – April 11 – MacEwan Ballroom
KILLSWITCH ENGAGE on their Canadian Tour! With their latest, fourth album, As Daylight Dies, KsE are proving that if you keep playing the game your way, you’ll eventually change the rules for everyone else.
Tickets are On Sale March 8th at 10am right here at unionevents.com!
THUNDER BAY – May 22 – Thunder Bay Community Auditorium
WINNIPEG – May 23 – Burton Cummings Theatre
SASKATOON – May 24 – The Odeon
EDMONTON – May 26 – Edmonton Events Centre
CALGARY – May 27 – MacEwan Hall
ARCH ENEMY are returning to Canada with a full tour including Dark Tranquility, Divine Heresy and Firewind.
Tickets are On Sale March 11th at 10am right here at unionevents.com!
Winnipeg – May 21 – Garrick Centre
CALGARY – May 23 – MacEwan Ballroom
EDMONTON – May 24 – Starlite Room
March 3 - Updates! Updates!
Monday March 3, 2008 09:11 AM
Even More Awesome for Your Spring!
Three Inches of Blood is charging back! Blood soaked and ready for more! Last September the guys rocked a sold out crowd at the Legion Hall, now its their Ballroom debut! With an additional stop in Edmonton, make sure you catch them!
Tickets are On Sale March 7th at 10am right here at unionevents.com!
EDMONTON – April 10 – Starlite Room
CALGARY – April 11 – MacEwan Ballroom
KILLSWITCH ENGAGE on their Canadian Tour! With their latest, fourth album, As Daylight Dies, KsE are proving that if you keep playing the game your way, you’ll eventually change the rules for everyone else.
Tickets are On Sale March 8th at 10am right here at unionevents.com!
THUNDER BAY – May 22 – Thunder Bay Community Auditorium
WINNIPEG – May 23 – Burton Cummings Theatre
SASKATOON – May 24 – The Odeon
EDMONTON – May 26 – Edmonton Events Centre
CALGARY – May 27 – MacEwan Hall
TASTE OF CHAOS!
Wednesday February 27, 2008 09:22 AM
Rockstar Energry Drink: TASTE OF CHAOS
The Union brings the TASTE OF CHAOS back to YOUR town!
With Avenged Sevenfold, Atreyu, Bullet for my Valentine, Bless the Fall and Idiot Pilot this show is sure to be an ass kicker!
Pre-Sale begins NOW Wednesday February 27th and runs until Sunday March 2nd and Midnight!
Use the password “HARLOT” to get your tickets now!
VANCOUVER – April 17 -PNE FORUM GET TICKETS HERE
CALGARY – April 19 – Stampede Corral GET TICKETS HERE
EDMONTON – April 22 – Northlands Agricom GET TICKETS HERE
February 25, 2008 - Update!
Monday February 25, 2008 08:36 AM
February is almost over! But we’re not going to let you go into March without packing some more great announcements in!
Just when you thought you knew everything! The Union is here to surprise you again!
CITY AND COLOUR
JUNO-award winning City and Colour (Dallas Green) will be touring Canada in support of his latest release Bring Me Your Love. The album – which debuted at #3 on the Top 200 Soundscan chart last week, and was the #1 top-selling album on iTunes – features Greens signature delicate vocals and striking musicianship.
PRE SALE STARTS TODAY the 26th in Selected Markets!
USE THE PASSWORD “HEART” TO GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!
PRESALE AVAILABLE
CALGARY – May 25 – Jack Singer Concert Hall GET TICKETS HERE
LETHBRIDGE – May 26 – University of Lethbridge Theatre GET TICKETS HERE
MEDICINE HAT – May 27 – Medicine Hat College Theatre GET TICKETS HERE
PRESALE AVAILABLE
EDMONTON – May 28 – Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium GET TICKETS HERE
PRESALE AVAILABLE
SASKATOON – May 29 – Lakeview Auditorium GET TICKETS HERE
PRESALE AVAILABLE
REGINA – May 30 – University of Regina – Education Auditorium GET TICKETS HERE
PRESALE AVAILABLE
WINNIPEG – May 31 – Burton Cummings Theatre GET TICKETS HERE
Matthew Good and his NEW BAND
Matthew Good is coming back to your town Edmonton!
Pre-Sale begins Wednesday February 27th at 10am!
EDMONTON – June 21 -Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium GET TICKETS HERE
February 18, 2008 Update
Monday February 18, 2008 7:38 PM
For those of us celebrating a long weekend, Happy No-Work Monday! For those of us working, Happy New Concert Announcement Monday!
Seems like a pretty good deal either way!
This Spring is REALLY beginning to HEAT UP! The Union keeps serving up more amazing announcements!
DREAM THEATER
In its 22nd year, Dream Theater finds itself on a new label, Roadrunner Records, and with a new album, but its still enhanced by the same grit, single-minded determination and independence that has set the band apart from the pack. ‘You cant compromise with the type of music that we play and the relationship we have with the fans,’ says Petrucci. ‘The integrity factor always has to be there, otherwise people see right through it.’
That said, Portnoy stresses with all of our achievements, I feel that the best chapter of Dream Theater has yet to be written.
Be there to witness this spectacle first hand!
PRE SALE STARTS TUESDAY the 19th!
VANCOUVER – May 6 – Orpheum Theatre GET TICKETS HERE
CALGARY – May 9 – MacEwan Hall GET TICKETS HERE
AS I LAY DYING
Building upon the foundation that AILD has laid over the past several years, growing from a small San Diego outfit slowly and deliberately into a priority national act, the band has become Metal Blade Records biggest sellers with an extremely devoted following. AS I LAY DYING has the goods to take it all the way and stake their claim as the metal band you need to know about in 2007 and beyond. AILD is heading out with our pals the MISERY SIGNALS!
TICKETS ON SALE THIS FRIDAY FEBRUARY 22nd!
KELOWNA – April 30 – The Habitat GET TICKETS HERE
CALGARY – May 1 – MacEwan Ballroom GET TICKETS HERE
EDMONTON- May 3 – Starlite Room GET TICKETS HERE
REGINA – May 4 – The Distrikt GET TICKETS HERE
WINNIPEG – May 5 – The Garrick Centre GET TICKETS HERE
CHIODOS and PROTEST THE HERO
With a stunning #5 Billboard debut last September, the sophomore disc by the cutting edge Michigan sextet affirms what loyal devotees of the group have known all along: Chiodos is inexorable! And with the awesome PROTEST THE HERO along for the ride, after thrilling everyone on the Silverstein tour, this is sure to be an amazing tour!
TICKETS ON SALE THIS SATURDAY FEBRUARY 23nd!
CALGARY – April 13 – MacEwan Ballroom GET TICKETS HERE
EDMONTON – April 14 – Edmonton Event Centre GET TICKETS HERE
SASKATOON – April 15 – The Odeon GET TICKETS HERE
TIGER ARMY
With only a rare appearance on last years Warped Tour, this is the first time that Los Angeles Tiger Army have decided to bring their psychobilly style to Western Canada. The band is lead by Nick 13, a man on a mission. Add street punkers The Unseen to the mix and this show will be a fist in the air, sing-a-long good time!
TICKETS ON SALE THIS FRIDAY FEBRUARY 22nd!
VANCOUVER – April 28 – Croatian Cultural Centre GET TICKETS HERE
EDMONTON – April 30 – Starlite Room GET TICKETS HERE
CALGARY – May 1 – The Warehouse GET TICKETS HERE
NOFX PRESALE STARTS TODAY!
Tuesday February 12, 2008 4:47 PM
NOFX!
Punk Rock is alive and .. well .. stinky! Catch NOFX in Edmonton this Spring with No Use for a Name and American Steel!
A very special, very limited PRE-SALE offer starts tomorrow at 10am!!
Use the password FATWRECK to get your tickets now!!
EDMONTON – May 6 – Northlands Agricom Hall B GET TICKETS HERE
This is your chance to beat the rush! Use the password FATWRECK to get your tickets now!
February 11, 2008 Update
Sunday February 10, 2008 7:55 PM
More Shows!! More Shows!!
The Union wants to keep packing 2008 with more goodness! A little bit for everyone!
DIMMU BORGIR
We had SO much fun last year we decided to bring the brutal and savage sounds of DIMMU BORGIR back to Alberta!
TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
EDMONTON – April 9 – Edmonton Event Centre GET TICKETS HERE
CALGARY – April 10 – MacEwan Hall GET TICKETS HERE
You tell us! Have NOFX really gotten worse live... WELL… now is their chance to prove it! The Union brings back punk rock royalty…
NOFX
TICKETS ON SALE – Saturday February 16th at 10am!
EDMONTON – May 6 – Northlands Agricom Hall B GET TICKETS HERE
EXCLAIM ANNIVERSARY TOUR
Your favorite music magazine is celebrating their sweet 16! This spring we’re helping them party with TOKYO POLICE CLUB.
TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
WINNIPEG – May 8 – Garrick Centre GET TICKETS HERE
CALGARY – May 10 – (18+) – The Warehouse GET TICKETS HERE
CALGARY – May 11 – (All Ages) – The Warehouse GET TICKETS HERE
EDMONTON – May 12 – (All Ages) – Starlite Room GET TICKETS HERE
The Cult add a Second Show in Calgary! PLUS Juno Fever!
Wednesday February 6, 2008 5:10 PM
The Union is Very Excited to announce the return of THE CULT!
CALGARY! Due to amazing demand…
The Cult have added a second show at Flames Central!
A very special, very limited PRE-SALE offer starts tomorrow at 10am!! Use the password CEREMONY to get your tickets now!!
CALGARY – APRIL 4 – Flames Central GET TICKETS HERE
This is your LAST chance to get into one of the hottest tours to cross Canada in 2008! Don’t miss out!
Tuesday February 5th was a big day in Canadian Music News!
The Nominees for this years Juno Awards were announced yesterday!
The Union has been very fortunate to work very closely with some of this years’ nominees!
Join us in congratulating the following artists!
Wintersleep
Holy F**k
Jill Barber
Tokyo Police Club
Dragonette
Harry Manx
Bedouin Soundclash
Feist
IllScarlett
Faber Drive
Suzie McNeil
Jully Black
Serena Ryder
Matthew Good
Saint Alvia Cartel
Compadres
and Corb Lund
We wish you all good luck on April 6th! Thank you all so much for making 2007 and 2008 such an amazing time in Canadian Music!
January 29, 2008 Update
Tuesday January 29, 2008 3:59 PM
THE UNION CONFIRMS MORE AMAZING SHOWS
The Union is bringing you a year of firsts! Bringing you MORE, FRESH headlining tours to make your 2008!
DRAGONETTE
On their first ever headlining tour! The Union is bringing DRAGONETTE to Edmonton and Calgary! Start your Spring off with these bouncy Electro Pop Rockers!
TICKETS ON SALE THIS SATURDAY
CALGARY – March 25 – Warehouse Nightclub GET TICKETS HERE
EDMONTON – March 26 – Starlite Room GET TICKETS HERE
The Union - Bringing YOU Legendary Concerts to Pack Your 2008!
Monday January 14, 2008 7:03 PM
Get out your Calendars! Its time to fill your agenda with amazing announcements!
The Union is Very Excited to announce the return of THE CULT! As they tour across Canada, catch them in a city near you! With 9 stops across this great land, you have no excuse to miss them!
A very special, very limited PRE-SALE offer starts NOW! Use the password CEREMONY to get your tickets now!!
VANCOUVER – March 26 – Orpheum Theatre GET TICKETS HERE
PRINCE GEORGE – March 28 – CN Centre GET TICKETS HERE
EDMONTON – APRIL 1 – Edmonton Events Centre GET TICKETS HERE
CALGARY – APRIL 6 – Flames Central GET TICKETS HERE
WINNIPEG – APRIL 9 – Centennial Concert Hall GET TICKETS HERE
THUNDER BAY – APRIL 10 – Community Auditorium GET TICKETS HERE
TORONTO – APRIL 12 – Sound Academy GET TICKETS HERE
LONDON – APRIL 14 – Centennial Hall GET TICKETS HERE
MONTREAL – APRIL 16 – L’Olympia De Montreal GET TICKETS HERE
MORE MORE MORE
MEGADETH’s Dave Mustaine brings his face melting shred fest, GIGANTOUR back to the Great White North!
With In Flames, Children of Bodom, Job for a Cowboy and High on Fire along for the ride! May will be scorching!
SASKATOON – May 11 – Prairieland Park -GET TICKETS HERE
Exclusive PreSale begins Thursday January 17th at 10am. Use the password “FLAMES” or “MUSTAINE” to get yours first!
EDMONTON – May 12 – Shaw Conference Centre -GET TICKETS HERE
Exclusive PreSale begins Thursday January 17th at 10am. Use the password “FLAMES” to get yours first!
Ringing in 2008! Get all your Concert Info here!
Saturday January 5, 2008 11:08 AM
Welcome to 2008!! Thanks to everyone who helped us finish off 2007 with X929 and Alexisonfire! Everyone had a great time! But now its time to get back to work! The Union is working on making 2008 a year to remember for sure, by packing tons of music and awesomeness into every month!
SILVERSTEIN is gearing up to take on their first headlining tour ever!
Silverstein will be rocking out with their friends Protest the Hero, IllScarlett and The Devil Wears Prada!EDMONTON – January 30 – The Starlite Room GET TICKETS HERE
EDMONTON – January 31 – The Starlite Room GET TICKETS HERE
CALGARY – February 1 – MacEwan Hall GET TICKETS HERE
SASKATOON – February 2 – The Odeon GET TICKETS HERE
WINNIPEG – February 4 – The Garrick Centre GET TICKETS HERE
The Union is also bringing your dark side to light with NECRO. This underground Hip Hop show is selling out fast, so make sure you get your tickets here.
EDMONTON – January 18 – The Starlite Room GET TICKETS HERE
CALGARY – January 19 – The Underground GET TICKETS HERE
Remember to subscribe now to unionevents.com to make sure that you have all the insider information as soon as we can get it to you!
HAPPY NEW YEAR
No Plans for New Year's Eve??...Spend it with the Union!!
Thursday December 6, 2007 12:07 AM
After dodging avalanches and thrilling 2 sold out crowds in Calgary, the greatest Canadian band of the year, ALEXISONFIRE! Our friends Ten Second Epic, Chixdiggit and the MadCowboys will also be on deck to help you ring in your new year the right way!
Tickets are on sale now, right here at Unionevents.com (with limited tickets available at Megatunes and Sloth)
Dec 31 – MacEwan Hall GET TICKETS HERE
Alexisonfire Reschedule Calgary Show!
Monday December 3, 2007 11:59 AM
IMPORTANT UPDATE!
Due to inclement weather, Alexisonfire have been forced to reschedule their December 3 concert in Calgary to December 5.
Tickets for the original December 3 show will be valid on December 5, and honoured at the door of MacEwan Hall that night.
The December 4 concert remains unaffected, and will proceed as scheduled.
If you are unable to attend, refunds for the December 3 show will be available at point of purchase.
The Union - Heating Up 2008
Tuesday November 27, 2007 12:35 AM
2008 is starting early! The Union is packing so much concert goodness into 2008 we had to start telling you about it in November!!
NIGHTWISH
Alright Canada! After releasing their latest album Dark Passion Play in September, Finland’s NIGHTWISH will be crashing through Canada in May 2008!
WINNIPEG – May 14 – Garrick Centre GET TICKETS HERE
EDMONTON – May 16 – The Starlite Room GET TICKETS HERE
CALGARY – May 17 – MacEwan Hall GET TICKETS HERE
VANCOUVER – May 20 – Croatian Cultural Centre GET TICKETS HERE
Don’t Miss your oppurtunity to catch this extra-ordinary act! There are limited VIP tickets available
The Union Starts the Year off with a Scream!
SILVERSTEIN is heading out across this great land on their first headlining tour ever! Silverstein will be heading out with their friends Protest the Hero, IllScarlett and The Devil Wears Prada!
EDMONTON – January 30 – The Starlite Room GET TICKETS HERE
CALGARY – February 1 – MacEwan Hall GET TICKETS HERE
SASKATOON – February 2 – The Odeon GET TICKETS HERE
WINNIPEG – February 4 – The Garrick Centre GET TICKETS HERE
ALEXISONFIRE helps X92.9 ring in the New Year!
Tuesday November 13, 2007 4:09 PM
ALEXISONFIRE have had a fantastic year, and now they’re ringing in 2008 with a special show in Calgary to help celebrate X92.9’s first year on the air!
The station, which debuted last New Year’s Eve as Calgary’s New Rock Alternative, is throwing their 2nd Annual New Year’s Ball at MacEwan Hall on December 31, 2007. ALEXISONFIRE has recently sold out two back-to-back dates in the room earlier in December, and now they’re excited to return for this exclusive third show!
Tickets go on sale this Saturday at 10 AM, right here at Unionevents.com (with limited tickets available at Megatunes and Sloth) – if you’re a member of the X-Army, though, you can take advantage of the presale starting on Thurdsday until Friday at midnight!
JINGLE BELL ROCK 2007
Monday October 22, 2007 4:40 PM
The Union is proud to annouce the return of
JINGLE BELL ROCK. We are happy to bring JBR back to Edmonton for the 3rd year running, and we are equally excited to announce the first ever JBR in Calgary!
The Union wishes you a happy holidays with the return of RISE AGAINST and PENNYWISE with special guests The Riverboat Gamblers.
DECEMBER 20 – Shaw Conference Centre (Edmonton AB) GET TICKETS HERE
DECEMBER 21 – RoundUp Centre at Stampede Park(Calgary AB) GET TICKETS HERE
Portions of all tickets sold will benefit local charities in both Edmonton and Calgary. The Edmonton Youth Emergency Shelter Society and AIDS Calgary will both be receiving donations from your ticket purchases!
We will also be collecting non-perishable food donations for both the Calgary and Edmonton Food Banks.
Please join us in our annual holiday celebration!
Help us spread the holiday cheer in Edmonton and Calgary!
Get your tickets early as these show will sell out! These venues are both General Admission! Standing Room Only!
TICKETS ON SALE THIS SATURDAY AT 10AM
Exclusive PreSale info for unionevents.com subscribers!
TOOL Coming to Kelowna and Victoria
Monday October 15, 2007 6:34 PM
The Union is bringing TOOL to British Columbia! We are proud to announce 2 new dates to catch your favorite progressive art-rock band
TOOL into the Interior of BC!
The aggressive and gifted TOOL are coming to Prospera Place in Kelowna and the Save On Foods Memorial Centre in Victoria this Winter! Reminding you why they are one of the hottest tickets in Canada!
NOVEMBER 29 – Prospera Place (Kelowna BC)
DECEMBER 2 – Save On Foods Memorial Centre (Victoria BC)
ON SALE THIS FRIDAY OCTOBER 19th
The Union is bringing Finnish metal sensation SONATA ARCTICA back to Canada! With stops in Edmonton, Calgary and Vancouver make sure you catch the soaring orchestral melodies of this crowd pleaser!
FEBRUARY 10 – Edmonton – Starlite Room GET TICKETS HERE
FEBRUARY 11 – Calgary – The Warehouse GET TICKETS HERE
FEBRUARY 13 – Vancouver – Plaza Club GET TICKETS HERE
THE CRIBS
They’ve toured with Death Cab For Cutie, Alex Kapranos of Franz Ferdinand produced their latest record, and Ricky Wilson of the Kaiser Chiefs has described them as “one of the most under-rated bands around”. They’re the Cribs, and you can’t afford to miss out on this punked up trio of Brits.
NOVEMBER 23 – Starlite Room (Edmonton AB, 18+) GET TICKETS HERE
NOVEMBER 24 – Hi-Fi Club (Calgary AB, 18+) GET TICKETS HERE
BEDOUIN SOUNDCLASH & THE CRIBS announced
Tuesday October 9, 2007 4:08 PM
The Union is proud to announce the following shows, going on sale Friday October 12, right here on UnionEvents.com!
BEDOUIN SOUNDCLASH
One of Canada’s fastest-rising acts returns to Edmonton’s Starlite Room for an exclusive two night stand! Their second album, Street Gospels, has already busted out the hit single Walls Fall Down, and they look set to conquer the world with their worldly fusion of reggae, folk and pop.
DECEMBER 7 – Starlite Room (Edmonton AB – 18+ ID REQ.)
DECEMBER 8 – Starlite Room (Edmonton AB – All Ages – EARLY SHOW)
THE CRIBS
They’ve toured with Death Cab For Cutie, Alex Kapranos of Franz Ferdinand produced their latest record, and Ricky Wilson of the Kaiser Chiefs has described them as “one of the most under-rated bands around”. They’re the Cribs, and you can’t afford to miss out on this punked up trio of Brits.
NOVEMBER 23 – Starlite Room (Edmonton AB, 18+)
NOVEMBER 24 – Hi-Fi Club (Calgary AB, 18+)
The Union - Just Keeps on Giving! Something for Everyone!
Wednesday October 3, 2007 6:09 PM
Just when you thought we couldn’t give you anything more! We just keep adding more and more goodness to your fall!
TOOL
That’s right SASKATOON! Get ready for the return of Maynard and the guys! In support of 10 000 Days. TOOL will be back November 27th to the Credit Union Centre to remind you why they have one of the most successful tours ever! Don’t miss this amazing show. Tickets on sale HERE Friday at Noon.
The Union also welcomes back Alberta’s own SOCIAL CODE and TUPELO HONEY with Hunter Valentine and Rides Again.
ONE NIGHT ONLY OCTOBER 25 – The Warehouse, Calgary AB
JULLY BLACK is BACK!
The Union welcomes one of Canada’s hottest R&B singers back to Alberta! On the heels of her new release Revival, in stores and online on October 16th. Jully is coming to Edmonton (November 4th) and Calgary (November 5th) to give us our groove back!
Catch her in Edmonton at the Velvet Underground and in Calgary at the Hifi Club!
The Union has also added additional shows in Calgary for the following incredible acts! BY POPULAR DEMAND
Get your tickets now! Don’t Miss Out!
NEW PORNOGRAPHERS – October 13 – MacEwan Hall GET TICKETS HERE
TED LEO – October 19 – Liberty Lounge GET TICKETS HERE
ALEXISONFIRE – December 4 – MacEwan Hall GET TICKETS HERE
New shows with WINTERSLEEP, GWAR, MOST SERENE REPUBLIC, DRAGONETTE and more!
Wednesday September 26, 2007 3:42 PM
Here’s some exciting news on just announced shows here at UnionEvents.com!
GWAR
First, for those who can’t get enough gore with your intergalactic metal, then rejoice with the return of your new overlords, GWAR, playing their only Alberta show at Calgary’s MacEwan Hall on November 14. Along for the splatterfest are Horse The Band and The End! Tickets on sale Friday, but if you’re a member of the UnionEvents mailing list, check your e-mail for your presale password!
NOVEMBER 14 – MacEwan Hall, Calgary AB
WINTERSLEEP with WOODEN STARS
Next, we’re very happy to announce the amazing WINTERSLEEP are returning to Alberta, with the equally sweet WOODEN STARS in tow. In case you didn’t know, WINTERSLEEP are preparing to release their new album, Welcome To The Night, and it’s probably their greatest outing yet!
OCTOBER 28 – Starlite Room, Edmonton AB
NOVEMBER 6 – The Warehouse, Calgary AB
Tickets on sale Friday Sept 28, right here on UnionEvents.com!
EXCLAIM/YARIS TOUR
Also on sale this Friday is the latest Exclaim! tour, presented by Yaris, and what a tour it is! Check this out – THE MOST SERENE REPUBLIC, DRAGONETTE, MOTHER MOTHER and SMALL SINS. Absolute heaven, we tell you! All winning acts, all of them worth your immediate attention! A superb line-up of outstanding indie acts – this will be one of those rare shows you’ll remember for years and years to come, so get your tickets right now!
NOVEMBER 16 – Broken City, Calgary AB
NOVEMBER 17 – Starlite Room, Edmonton AB
The Union - Bringing you Another Amazing Announcement
Sunday September 16, 2007 9:46 PM
Its a new week! That means another great announcement from the crew at the Union!
Rock Legends HEART return to the stage in support of Ann Wilson’s new release, Hope & Glory. This latest offering features Elton John, Gretchen Wilson, Alison Krauss, Rufus Wainwright, and of course her sister Nancy.
Ann and Nancy will grace the Jubilee Auditorium in Calgary on October 28th. GET TICKETS HERE
Tickets on sale September 21. Sign up for the unionevents.com newsletter for exclusive presale offers.
The Union is also very happy to announce the return of BRIGHT EYES to Western Canada, with stops in Edmonton, Calgary and Winnipeg. This unforgettable concert is a definite must see!
OCTOBER 30 – EDMONTON GET TICKETS HERE
OCTOBER 31 – CALGARY GET TICKETS HERE
NOVEMBER 2 – WINNIPEG GET TICKETS HERE
Tickets ON SALE September 15th. Check out unionevents.com for ALL your ticket info! Excusive PRESALE info for unionevents.com subscribers!
Now Finally! The UNION welcomes back WEEN after a 4 year hiatus! The unique duo is ready to release their new album La Cucaracha.
Ween returns to Edmonton on November 17th. GET TICKETS HERE
AS ALWAYS. DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE NOW TO UNIONEVENTS.COM’S WEEKLY NEWSLETTER TO GAIN ACCESS TO EXCLUSIVE PRESALE AND INSIDER INFO!
The Union's Fall Lineup - Now Jam Packed with More Music for Everyone
Wednesday September 12, 2007 09:22 AM
Just when you thought we were done with our fall announcements…the Union keeps giving you MORE MORE MORE!
The Master of shock ROB ZOMBIE returns this October to get you ready for Halloween!
Coming back to Alberta to rock you after taking some time off to make this summer’s shocker Halloween and the blood soaked Devil’s Rejects. Zombie returns to MacEwan Hall on Ocotber 23! Tickets ON SALE September 15th.
GET YOUR TICKETS NOW FOR ALEXISONFIRE
with ANTI FLAG, SAOSIN and THE BLED
DECEMBER 3 – CALGARY-MACEWAN HALL GET TICKETS HERE
DECEMBER 4 – CALGARY – MACEWAN HALL GET TICKETS HERE
DECEMBER 6 – EDMONTON – SHAW CONFERENCE CENTRE GET TICKETS HERE
DECEMBER 7 – SASKATOON – PRAIRELAND PARK GET TICKETS HERE
DECEMBER 9 – WINNIPEG – BURTON CUMMINGS THEATRE GET TICKETS HERE
Tickets are going very fast for Finland’s HIM as they come to Western Canada for the very first time. Guarantee your spot by getting tickets TODAY!
The “love metal” band are back this fall with a brand new record, VENUS DOOM, which is dropping on September 18th! We are VERY excited to include this amazing band to our fall extravaganza!
November 6 – Calgary – MacEwan Hall GET TICKETS HERE
November 7 – Edmonton – Edmonton Event Centre GET TICKETS HERE
The Union also brings EMI recording artist, and Juno winner, K-OS, back to Alberta. 2 solid shows, in Edmonton and Calgary.
September 16 – Edmonton – Starlite RoomGET TICKETS HERE
September 17 – Calgary – Flames Central GET TICKETS HERE
The Union is also very happy to announce the return of BRIGHT EYES to Western Canada, with stops in Edmonton, Calgary and Winnipeg. This unforgettable concert is a definite must see!
OCTOBER 30 – EDMONTON GET TICKETS HERE
OCTOBER 31 – CALGARY GET TICKETS HERE
NOVEMBER 2 – WINNIPEG GET TICKETS HERE
Tickets ON SALE September 15th. Check out unionevents.com for ALL your ticket info! Excusive PRESALE info for unionevents.com subscribers!
Now Finally! The UNION welcomes back WEEN after a 4 year hiatus! The unique duo is ready to release their new album La Cucaracha.
Ween returns to Edmonton on November 17th.
Tickets go onsale Friday September 14th. Check back for ticket info.
AS ALWAYS. DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE NOW TO UNIONEVENTS.COM’S WEEKLY NEWSLETTER TO GAIN ACCESS TO EXCLUSIVE PRESALE AND INSIDER INFO!
The Union's Fall Extravaganza - So Many Shows, So Little Time
Sunday September 9, 2007 10:05 PM
Hold on to your ticket stubs friends! The UNION is about to blow you away with our incredible fall lineup!
GET YOUR TICKETS NOW FOR ALEXISONFIRE
with ANTI FLAG, SAOSIN and THE BLED
DECEMBER 3 – CALGARY-MACEWAN HALL GET TICKETS HERE
DECEMBER 4 – CALGARY – MACEWAN HALL GET TICKETS HERE
DECEMBER 6 – EDMONTON – SHAW CONFERENCE CENTRE GET TICKETS HERE
DECEMBER 7 – SASKATOON – PRAIRELAND PARK GET TICKETS HERE
DECEMBER 9 – WINNIPEG – BURTON CUMMINGS THEATRE GET TICKETS HERE
We are also very proud to bring Finland’s HIM to Western Canada for the very first time.
The “love metal” band are back this fall with a brand new record, VENUS DOOM, which is dropping on September 18th! We are VERY excited to include this amazing band to our fall extravaganza!
November 6 – Calgary – MacEwan Hall GET TICKETS HERE
November 7 – Edmonton – Edmonton Event Centre GET TICKETS HERE
The Hip Hop just won’t stop this Fall!
We are also thrilled to be bringing BOTH Brother Ali and K-Os to you this Fall. The Union presents The Undisputed Truth Tour with Rhymesayer Entertainment artists BROTHER ALI, BLUEPRINT, DJ RARE GROOVE AND DJ BK ONE!
This will be one of the most talked about underground Hip Hop events of the year. So check it out!
October 6 – Calgary – The Underground GET TICKETS HERE
October 7 – Edmonton – Velvet Underground GET TICKETS HERE
And The Union also brings EMI recording artist, and Juno winner, K-OS, back to Alberta. 2 solid shows, in Edmonton and Calgary.
September 16 – Edmonton – Starlite RoomGET TICKETS HERE
September 17 – Calgary – Flames Central GET TICKETS HERE
Now Finally! The UNION welcomes back WEEN after a 4 year hiatus! The unique duo is ready to release their new album La Cucaracha.
Ween returns to Edmonton on November 17th.
Tickets go onsale Friday September 14th. Check back for ticket info.
AS ALWAYS. DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE NOW TO UNIONEVENTS.COM’S WEEKLY NEWSLETTER TO GAIN ACCESS TO EXCLUSIVE PRESALE AND INSIDER INFO!
Alexisonfire, HIM, Brother Ali and more
Wednesday September 5, 2007 10:23 AM
The UNION is proud to announce some of the biggest shows this Fall. Whether you like punk rock, metal, indie rock or hip hop, there is definitely something for you.
First, we’re very happy to announce the return of Ontario’s ALEXISONFIRE
with ANTI FLAG, SAOSIN and THE BLED
DECEMBER 3 – CALGARY-MACEWAN HALL GET TICKETS HERE
DECEMBER 4 – CALGARY – MACEWAN HALL GET TICKETS HERE
DECEMBER 6 – EDMONTON – SHAW CONFERENCE CENTRE GET TICKETS HERE
DECEMBER 7 – SASKATOON – PRAIRELAND PARK GET TICKETS HERE
DECEMBER 9 – WINNIPEG – BURTON CUMMINGS THEATRE GET TICKETS HERE
We are also very proud to bring Finland’s HIM to Western Canada for the very first time.
The “love metal” band are back this fall with a brand new record, VENUS DOOM, which is dropping on September 18th! We are VERY excited to include this amazing band to our fall extravaganza!
November 6 – Calgary – MacEwan Hall
November 7 – Edmonton – Edmonton Event Centre
We are also thrilled to be bringing The Undisputed Truth Tour with Rhymesayer Entertainment artists BROTHER ALI, BLUEPRINT, DJ RARE GROOVE AND DJ BK ONE!This will be one of the most talked about underground Hip Hop events of the year. So check it out!
October 6 – Calgary – The Underground
October 7 – Edmonton – Velvet Underground
Raise your spears and pump your fists! 3”OF BLOOD charge back into Calgary for a head banging evening of thrashery!
Bringing Fire up the Blades to the stage they will make you march in the bloodbath at the Legion Hall on September 29th!
Finally we are ecstatic to be presenting one of Canada’s most innovative electronic artists:
CARIBOU with the Born Ruffians
Check out the new album ANDORRA. In stores now!
November 2 – Edmonton – The Starlite
November 3 – Calgary – The Warehouse
DJ Champion & His G-Strings return to Alberta!
Tuesday August 21, 2007 01:01 AM
Without a doubt, one of the most exciting live acts gracing stages today, DJ CHAMPION & HIS G-STRINGS make their return to Alberta!
You’ve heard their hit single NO HEAVEN (check out the video posted above), but you haven’t experienced the uplifting joy unless you’ve seen this group live!
THE UNION is proud to welcome back this extraordinary group for two Alberta performances on the following dates:
CALGARY – September 26, The Whiskey
EDMONTON – October 4, Starlite Room
Tickets go on sale to the general public this Friday, August 24! Check out the links in the UPCOMING EVENTS.
Chris Cornell To Play in Regina and Winnipeg
Monday August 13, 2007 4:45 PM
The Union is Proud to bring one of the great voices of rock. Chris Cornell is coming to Western Canada
– September 25 – Winnipeg – Burton Cummings Theatre
– September 26 – Regina – Conexus Art Centre
Check out our events page for tours with the following:
STARS
MUTE MATH
TOASTERS
GIRL TALK
FINAL FANTASY
ALL THAT REMAINS
UNEARTH
TED LEO
BOYS NIGHT OUT
Check out Unionevents.com often for the latest news on Upcoming Shows.
The Fall is CRAZY at Unionevents.com
Thursday August 9, 2007 6:37 PM
Stop by the site on Monday August 13 for several huge concert announcements.
Check out our events page for tours with the following:
STARS
MUTE MATH
GIRL TALK
FINAL FANTASY
ALL THAT REMAINS
TED LEO
BOYS NIGHT OUT
Check out Unionevents.com often for the latest news on Upcoming Shows.
GODSMACK
Tuesday July 17, 2007 5:04 PM
The Union is very excited to announce a summer and fall that is going to be full of some of the best bands coming through Western Canada.
GODSMACK
There are still only a few tickets available to one of the biggest shows of the summer.
VANCOUVER – AUG 12 – PNE FORUM
EDMONTON – AUG 14 – NORTHERN ALBERTA JUBILEE AUDITORIUM
CALGARY – AUG 15 – SOUTHERN ALBERTA JUBILEE AUDITORIUM
REGINA – AUG 17 – CONEXUS ARTS CENTRE
WINNIPEG – AUG 18 – CENTENNIAL CONCERT HALL
JUST ANNOUNCED - BUILT TO SPILL & STRUNG OUT!
Tuesday June 26, 2007 12:44 AM
The Union is very excited to announce upcoming dates with two extraordinary bands that shouldn’t be missed!
ALL DATES ON SALE FRIDAY JUNE 29 AT 10 AM!
Californias STRUNG OUT have been putting out their own brand of technical, aggressive, yet melodic and emotional punk music for over 13 years. They have gained a huge fan base by keeping their music original and touring all over the world many times over. Their seventh album for Fat Wreck Chords – BLACKHAWKS OVER LOS ANGELES – finds the band as aggressive as ever, screaming out a message of hope amid the din of apocalypse.
EDMONTON – AUG 17 – DINWOODIE LOUNGE (U of A)
CALGARY – AUG 19 – MACEWAN BALLROOM
VANCOUVER – AUG 20 – CROATIAN CULTURAL CENTRE
BUILT TO SPILL make their Western Canadian debut this fall, performing in Edmonton, Calgary, Saskatoon and Winnipeg for the first time! Since forming in Boise, Idaho over a decade ago, BUILT TO SPILL have stunned the world with frenetic musicianship, brilliant songwriting, and their energetic live performances. Their influence can be felt in the work of The Shins, Death Cab For Cutie and many more – and they remain vital and exciting in their own right!
WINNIPEG – Sept 26 – Garrick Centre
SASKATOON – Sept 27 – Louis’ Pub
CALGARY – Sept 28 – MacEwan Ballroom
EDMONTON – Sept 29 – Starlite Room
An Evening with GODSMACK - UPDATED!
Monday June 18, 2007 6:33 PM
IMPORTANT NOTICE! Due to a scheduling conflict, GODSMACK have moved their Calgary show to AUGUST 15 – those who have already purchased tickets are urged to contact Ticketmaster, if they have not already been notified!
One of hard rock’s greatest acts have decided to return to Western Canada, and this time, they’re bringing their their arena-shaking power to their fans up-close and personal! GODSMACK are flipping the program on this latest tour, choosing to play theatres and bring their intense brand of rock into an intimate environment – without losing one ounce of the energy!
Tickets go on sale FRIDAY JUNE 22 for these exclusive dates – buy them fast because these shows will definitely sell out!
VANCOUVER – Aug 12 – PNE Forum
EDMONTON – Aug 14 – Jubilee Auditorium
CALGARY – Aug 15 – Jubilee Auditorium (DATE CHANGED!)
REGINA – Aug 17 – Conexus Arts Centre
WINNIPEG – Aug 18 – Centennial Concert Hall
More Summer Shows
Tuesday June 12, 2007 12:08 AM
The Union is proud to bring you some of the best shows in Western Canada.
Check Out the Upcoming Events Section for more information on the foolowing tours:
– TEN SECOND EPIC
– CHAMPION
– ICE CUBE
– CLUTCH
– TIME AGAIN
– CANNIBAL CORPSE
– METRIC
SUMMER CONCERTS
Monday June 4, 2007 3:26 PM
The Union is proud to announce a whole summer packed with concerts. For our friends in Saskatoon and Winnipeg, we are proud to announce one the biggest and innovative bands in rock:
THE DEFTONES
July 18 – Saskatoon – Prairieland Park
July 20 – Winnipeg – Burton Cummings Theatre
We are also proud to bring you shows by:
- TEN SECOND EPIC
– CLUTCH
Check Out the Upcoming Events Section for more information.
METRIC Coming to Party for the Stampede
Tuesday May 29, 2007 07:05 AM
After a successful intimate club tour in the Spring which included a jaw-dropping show at the Whiskey, METRIC have decided they want to give Calgary fans another reason to come out and party during the Stampede. This will be one of the first shows at the brand new Flames Central.
METRIC – JULY 12 – FLAMES CENTRAL
ICE CUBE COMES TO ALBERTA
Tuesday May 15, 2007 8:43 PM
JULY 13 – EDMONTON – Edmonton Event Centre
JULY 15 – CALGARY – The Whiskey
PUBLIC ON SALE FRIDAY MAY 17 – BUY TICKETS HERE
The Union is proud to bring ICE CUBE, one member of the legendary rap group N.W.A., to Alberta.
From the outset of his career with NWA, he courted controversy, since his rhymes were profane and political. As a solo artist, his politics and social commentary sharpened substantially, and his first two records, AmeriKKKa’s Most Wanted and Death Certificate, were equally praised and reviled for their lyrical stance, which happened to be considerably more articulated than many of his gangsta peers.
SOUNDS OF THE UNDERGROUND
Monday May 7, 2007 4:41 PM
The Union is proud to bring the best underground metal festival to Alberta.
Sounds of the Underground featuring:
– SHADOWS FALL
– CHIMAIRA
– EVERY TIME I DIE
– NECRO
– JOB FOR A COWBOY
– AMON AMARTH
– DARKEST HOUR
– THE ACACIA STRAIN
– THE NUMBER TWELVE LOOKS LIKE YOU
– THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA
– GOATWHORE
– 2 CENTS
JULY 27 – CALGARY – MACEWAN HALL (all ages, doors 1 PM)
JULY 28 – EDMONTON – SHAW CONFERENCE CENTRE (all ages, doors 1 PM)
Tickets on sale this Saturday MAY 12
SOCIAL CODE - TOUR UPDATE!
Wednesday May 2, 2007 5:13 PM
There’s been some late-breaking developments on the upcoming Social Code tour dates!
Due to scheduling conflicts, Ten Second Epic regretfully had to pull out of the cross-country jaunt.
But SoCo is ready to hit the road regardless, in support of their new self-titled album (in stores May 8 on Universal).
As well, SoCo have decided that their homecoming show at Edmonton’s Starlite Room will be a two-day affair, starting with a licensed no minors show on June 23, and an all-ages gig on June 24!
Remember – tickets go on sale FRIDAY MAY 4 right here at UNIONEVENTS.COM!
JUNE 3 – WINNIPEG – GARRICK CENTRE (all ages, doors 7 PM)
JUNE 4 – REGINA – THE DISTRIKT (all ages, doors 7 PM)
JUNE 5 – CALGARY – THE WAREHOUSE (all ages, doors 7 PM)
JUNE 23 – EDMONTON – STARLITE ROOM (licensed, doors 8 PM)
JUNE 24 – EDMONTON – STARLITE ROOM (all ages, doors 7 PM)
Spring Kicks Off In High Gear
Wednesday April 25, 2007 8:30 PM
The Union is pleased to announce tons of new shows to start the Spring season. Click on the Upcoming Events Tab to view more information on our recently announced shows:
– You Say Party! We Say Die!
– Cancer Bats with Bleeding Through
– The Reason and The Junction
– Protest The Hero and All That Remains
– Saosin and Poison The Well
– DJ Z Trip
And More to Come!
Peter Bjorn and John - Live in Calgary
Monday April 2, 2007 6:32 PM
The Union is very proud to announce the only Alberta stop for Sweden’s PETER BJORN AND JOHN
MAY 11 – Calgary – MacEwan Ballroom MORE INFO HERE
Metric Announce Small Intimate Shows
Tuesday March 20, 2007 5:55 PM
METRIC are coming through town to play small intimate venues where you can catch their amazing live show. This will be their only shows in Alberta this year.
Joining Metric will be Sebastien Grainger, formerly of the now defunct, but still legendary, electric duo Death From Above 1979. Sebastien has picked up some band members and started recording his own garage rock/soul party jams.
METRIC
with Sebastien Grainger
THIRD SHOW ADDED IN EDMONTON
May 14, 2007- Edmonton, AB – The Starlite Room MORE INFO HERE
May 15, 2007- Edmonton, AB – The Starlite Room MORE INFO HERE
May 16, 2007- Edmonton, AB – The Starlite Room MORE INFO HERE
May 17, 2007 – Calgary, AB – The Whiskey Nightclub MORE INFO HERE
RISE AGAINST & MORE SOCIAL DISTORTION
Monday March 12, 2007 2:22 PM
The Union is proud to announce dates in Western Canada with Chicago’s Rise Against.
The punk four piece are still tearing up every city they play following the release of their great album “The Sufferer and the Witness”.
Do not miss one of the best live shows in punk rock today!
Rise Against with
Silverstein and Comeback Kid
SASKATOON – JULY 17 – PRAIRIELAND PARK
EDMONTON – JULY 18 – SHAW CONFERENCE CENTRE
CALGARY – JULY 19 – MACEWAN HALL – SOLD OUT
CALGARY – JULY 20 – MACEWAN HALL – SECOND SHOW ADDED
TICKETS GO ON SALE MARCH 16, 2007 AT 10:00am
We are also proud to announce that DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND, Social Distortion have added second shows in both cities.
SOCIAL DISTORTION – Second Shows
CALGARY – APRIL 21 – MACEWAN HALL
EDMONTON – APRIL 22 – EDMONTON EVENTS CENTRE
SOCIAL DISTORTION COMING TO ALBERTA
Monday March 5, 2007 2:53 PM
Forming in 1979, Mike Ness and Social Distortion were influenced by the amazing movement in the O.C. punk scene at the time. Some of their most influential albums include “Mommy’s Little Monster” and “Somewhere Between Heaven and Hell”.
This legendary punk band is planning to thrill all punk fans on these stops through Alberta!
SOCIAL DISTORTION, with special guests
BLACK HALOS and I HATE KATE
April 20 – Calgary, AB – MacEwan Hall
TICKETS ARE $37.50 GET TICKETS HERE
April 24 – Edmonton, AB – Edmonton Events Centre
TICKETS ARE $37.50 GET TICKETS HERE
Enjoy an Evening with FEIST
Monday February 26, 2007 11:51 AM
FEIST – MAY 18 – WINSPEAR CENTRE – EDMONTON
The Wonderful Canadian singer-songwriter is about to release her brand new album “The Reminder” and she is coming to Edmonton to spend an evening with you.
TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY MARCH 2 AT WINSPEAR CENTRE BOX OFFICE, CHARGE BY PHONE 780-428-1414 AND ONLINE AT WINSPEARCENTRE.COM
UPDATE: THURSDAY has been added as the opening act for these upcoming MCR shows!
Reprise Records’ My Chemical Romance have announced their Canadian tour dates, as part of the second leg of their North American tour in support of the breakthrough hit album The Black Parade.
Catch MY CHEMICAL ROMANCE and guests during these stops in Western Canada:
WINNIPEG – MAY 15 – MTS CENTRE
SASKATOON – MAY 16 – CREDIT UNION CENTRE
CALGARY – MAY 18 – PENGROWTH SADDLEDOME
MY CHEMICAL ROMANCE bring The Black Parade to Canada!
Tuesday February 20, 2007 11:25 AM
Reprise Records’ My Chemical Romance have announced their Canadian tour dates, as part of the second leg of their North American tour in support of the breakthrough hit album The Black Parade.
Tickets go on sale this Friday, February 23 at 10 AM!
Already certified platinum in Canada, with over 100,000 sold, The Black Parade, an epic theatrical concept album about mortality, has been named Album Of The Year by Blender Magazine, stating My Chemical Romance transcended the clichto craft a grandiose epic that just might make them the biggest band in the world.” Rolling Stone says “The Black Parade is the best mid-Seventies record of 2006, a rabid, ingenious paraphrasing of echoes and kitsch from rock’s golden age of bombast.”
The first single, “Welcome To The Black Parade,” was a #1 hit at Canadian rock radio, enjoyed eight weeks at the top of the Alternative / Modern Rock Radio Charts in the U.S. and topped the singles chart for two consecutive weeks in the UK. The second single Famous Last Words is fast on its heels, and is already a top 5 hit at rock radio in Canada.
Promising an epic stage show, with the new album being performed in its entirety along with songs from their well-loved catalogue, My Chemical Romance embark on their most extensive and most ambitious tour of Canada to date.
Catch MY CHEMICAL ROMANCE and guests during these stops in Western Canada:
WINNIPEG – MAY 15 – MTS CENTRE
SASKATOON – MAY 16 – CREDIT UNION CENTRE
CALGARY – MAY 18 – PENGROWTH SADDLEDOME
Two New Show Announcements
Tuesday February 13, 2007 4:54 PM
The Union is proud to announce two new shows coming to Alberta.
PRIESTESS – April 3 – Edmonton – Starlite Room
THE ENGLISH BEAT – March 13 – Calgary – The Whiskey
Don’t forget about the other great shows this Spring including
Against Me!
CALGARY – March 29 – The Warehouse
EDMONTON – March 30 – Dinwoodie Lounge
REGINA – March 31 – Riddell CentreMacEwan Hall
WINNIPEG – April 1 – The Garrick Centre
Bouncing Souls with Strike Anywhere, The Loved Ones and Static Radio NJ.
EDMONTON – May 3 – Starlite Room
CALGARY – May 4 – MacEwan Ballroom
Against Me! and Bouncing Souls Coming This Spring!
Monday February 5, 2007 2:07 PM
This Spring the Union plans to bring some of the best and most established bands in punk rock to Western Canada.
From Gainesville, Florida, Against Me! have been touring madly in support of their records on Fat Wreck Chords. They are now on tour with The Riverboat Gamblers and Fake Problems in support of their upcoming album NEW WAVE which will be released in the spring
CALGARY – March 29 – The Warehouse
EDMONTON – March 30 – Dinwoodie Lounge
REGINA – March 31 – Riddell CentreMacEwan Hall
WINNIPEG – April 1 – The Garrick Centre
Also on tour is New Jersey band Bouncing Souls with Strike Anywhere, The Loved Ones and Static Radio NJ.
EDMONTON – May 3 – Starlite Room
CALGARY – May 4 – MacEwan Ballroom
Union Prepares to bring you a Great Spring Line Up
Wednesday January 24, 2007 11:15 AM
As the Winter slowly goes away, The Union is planning to bring you some great shows this Spring.
We are pleased to announce tours and shows from the following:
– The Spill Canvas & Ten Second Epic
– Propagandhi
– The Long Winters
– Do Make Say Think
– Champion
– Malajube
– You Say Party! We Say Die!
– Brand New
– Andre Philippe Gagnon
– Harlem Gospel Choir
PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO
We are also proud to announce a huge tour with
MONEEN and SPARTA with Attack in Black
Winnipeg – March 24 – West End Cultural Centre
Edmonton – March 26 – The Starlite Room
Calgary – March 27 – The Warehouse
BRAND NEW TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
Wednesday January 17, 2007 6:01 PM
The Long Island based band who just released their new album “The Devil and God Are Raging Inside Me” are coming to Western Canada!
VANCOUVER – May 10 – Croatian Cultural Centre GET TICKETS HERE
EDMONTON – May 11 – Edmonton Event Centre GET TICKETS HERE
CALGARY – May 12 – MacEwan Hall GET TICKETS HERE
WINNIPEG – May 14 – Burton Cummings Theatre GET TICKETS HERE
BRAND NEW - PRESALE!
Saturday January 13, 2007 4:30 PM
Brand New is coming to western Canada! The public on-sale is Thursday January 18 right here at Unionevents.com, but starting NOW, you can beat everyone and get first crack at a VERY LIMITED NUMBER of pre-sale tickets for the following shows:
VANCOUVER – May 10 – Croatian Cultural Centre
EDMONTON – May 11 – Edmonton Event Centre
CALGARY – May 12 – MacEwan Hall
WINNIPEG – May 14 – Burton Cummings Theatre
GET YOUR TICKETS HERE !
REMEMBER – there are LIMITED QUANTITIES available for each show during the pre-sale. There will be tickets available when the shows go public on Thursday, but who wants to wait to see this incredible band?
A NEW YEAR OF SHOWS
Wednesday January 3, 2007 5:17 PM
HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM EVERYBODY AT THE UNION
2007 will be another big year for shows. Please keep checking out our website for more information.
We have just confirmed the TRENDKILLER TOUR with dates in Alberta featuring
DON”T FORGET
Lamb of God, with guests Trivium, Machinehead, and Gojira are coming to Western Canada
The Pre-sale ends this Friday January 5, 2007.
To Access the pre-sale, please click HERE (password is SACRAMENT).
Lamb of God Tears Through Western Canada
Saturday December 16, 2006 1:22 PM
Lamb of God, with guests Trivium, Machinehead, and Gojira are coming to Western Canada
The Pre-sale begins today (December 16) and runs until January 5, 2007.
To Access the pre-sale, please click HERE (password is SACRAMENT).
PAPA ROACH IS COMING TO EDMONTON
Wednesday December 6, 2006 12:07 AM
The Union and Edmonton Events Centre are proud to present Sacramento’s PAPA ROACH
January 30, 2007- Edmonton, AB- Edmonton Events Centre MORE INFO HERE
Emily Haines Adds Saskatoon Show
Monday December 4, 2006 5:23 PM
JUST ANNOUNCED - CRADLE OF FILTH, MATT MAYS & DO MAKE SAY THINK
Monday November 27, 2006 5:54 PM
THE DEAFENING BEAST THAT IS CRADLE OF FILTH ARE COMING WITH THE 69 EYES TO ALBERTA!
February 8, 2007- Edmonton, AB- Edmonton Events Centre MORE INFO HERE
February 9, 2007- Calgary, AB – MacEwan Hall MORE INFO HERE
Check out newly announced shows by DO MAKE SAY THINK and MATT MAYS.
DON’T FORGET TO GET YOUR TICKETS TO THE BIGGEST CHRISTMAS SHOW THIS YEAR!
JINGLE BELL ROCK
EMILY HAINES TOURS WESTERN CANADA SOLO
Thursday November 2, 2006 6:21 PM
January 14th – Winnipeg, MB – Garrick Theatre MORE INFO HERE
January 16th – Calgary, AB – The Grand Theatre MORE INFO HERE
January 17th – Edmonton, AB – Citadel Theatre MORE INFO HERE
Over the last four years Emily Haines has captured audiences all over the world with her dynamic and energetic performance as front woman for Canadas own Metric. Her bands rise to fame through heavy touring has definitely propelled them to success, but on the side, matters in Emilys own life have encouraged her to find another outlet to release her cre