Festivals
îLESONIQ 2025 Reveals Daily Schedules
With just two months to go, îLESONIQ has finally revealed the daily lineups for their 2025 edition and it’s stacked front-to-back. The electronic festival returns to Montreal’s Parc Jean-Drapeau on August 9 and 10, and this year marks its 10th anniversary. Based on the daily schedules, they’re clearly throwing down harder than ever.
Saturday, August 9
Saturday’s main action is locked into the Oasis Stage, where Steve Aoki and Kaskade hold down the evening slots, with John Summit closing things out. Maddix brings the energy in the late afternoon, while Frank Walker and Dave Summer keep things hot earlier on.
Over at the Mirage Stage, the bassheads get their fix with back-to-back-to-backs: Automhate b2b Beastboi, Dion Timmer b2b Calcium, and a late-night b2b from Sullivan King and Crankdat. Muzz and GorillAT hit the stage right before the sun sets, promising full-on chaos.
The Neon Stage stays steady with melodic house and techno vibes all day. Joris Voorn, LP Giobbi, and Cassian keep things smooth but driving. Eli Brown caps things off with a proper dark and punchy close.
Sunday, August 10
Sunday is a heavy hitter from all directions. Over on the Oasis Stage, Illenium returns to close the weekend in dramatic, feels-heavy fashion. Before him, Alesso, Mau P, and Oliver Heldens lead a solid mainstage stretch that runs from sunset till night.
On the Mirage Stage, the energy only builds. Ray Volpe b2b Kai Wachi will absolutely destroy the place, and Chase & Status will follow up with a jungle/UK bass masterclass. Sippy, Snails, and Alleycvt bring their signature crunch earlier in the day.
The Neon Stage once again provides an alternative for the deep-house crowd. Joshwa, Max Styler, and Deep Dish roll out a sun-drenched afternoon soundtrack. Layton Giordani and Sara Landry then deliver the kind of pounding, late-night techno sets that’ll test the speakers and the crowd’s stamina.
îLESONIQ’s 2025 edition is shaping up to be diverse in sound and the biggest in scale yet. Now that we’ve got set times, it’s time to start planning who you’ll rage, vibe, and decompress to. Start mapping your weekend!
Festivals
PNE Summer Night Concerts – Pierce The Veil
By the time Pierce The Veil took the stage at Vancouver’s Freedom Mobile Arch on September 5, the place was packed and the anticipation was impossible to miss. As part of the PNE Summer Night Concerts, the San Diego post-hardcore veterans delivered a set that mixed nostalgia and chaos.
The show opened with “May These Noises Startle You in Your Sleep Tonight” and “Hell Above.” From there, the night barely let up. “Bulls in the Bronx” got the crowd going, followed by “Circles” and “I’m Low on Gas and You Need a Jacket.”
There was plenty for longtime fans, too. “I’d Rather Die Than Be Famous,” “Yeah Boy and Doll Face” and “Floral & Fading” reached back into the band’s catalog, while their cover of the Pixies’ “Where Is My Mind?” provided one of the evening’s fun surprises.
Visually, Pierce The Veil made the most of the outdoor stage. Tony Perry and Jaime Preciado were constantly moving, throwing themselves around the stage with guitars in hand, while drummer Loniel Robinson provided the thunder behind them. At the centre was Vic Fuentes, whose voice still carries the emotional weight that has defined the band since its early days.
The emotional high point came with “Hold On Till May,” a song that has become deeply personal for many fans as phones went into the air and voices rose across the venue. Predictably, the place lost its mind when they ended with “King for a Day.”
After nearly 20 years, Pierce The Veil still know exactly what their music means to their fans. On this night, Vancouver gave that love right back.
Check out our favourite photos of the night below or head to our Facebook page for the full gallery!
PIERCE THE VEIL
All Photo Credit: Kelli Rothwell
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PNE Summer Night Concerts – Train
After almost 10 years away, Train made its highly anticipated return to Vancouver, taking the stage at the PNE as part of the Summer Nights series for an electric night of nostalgia, energy and some of the band’s biggest hits. Nearly 10,000 fans packed the venue to welcome the group back to the city.
With nearly 33 years of performing together, Train proved that its signature sound and undeniable stage presence remain as strong as ever. Currently on the Drops of Jupiter: 25 Years in the Atmosphere Tour, the band is celebrating the 25th anniversary of its iconic album with a set that served as both a celebration of its enduring catalogue and a reminder of why these songs have remained fan favourites for decades.
Opening with “Calling All Angels,” the band quickly launched into a crowd-pleasing run of classics, including “Hey, Soul Sister,” “Marry Me” and “Drive By.” Throughout the night, the set balanced humour and heart, with frontman Pat Monahan connecting with the crowd and reflecting the warmth and personality that have become synonymous with Train’s live performances.
The night ultimately came full circle with the song that started the 25th-anniversary celebration: “Drops of Jupiter.” As the familiar opening notes rang out across the PNE, nearly 10,000 voices joined in, creating a fitting finale to a night that celebrated not only one of Train’s most beloved albums, but an iconic career spanning more than three decades.
Check our our favourite photos of the night below or head to our Facebook page for the full gallery!
TRAIN
All Photo Credit : Jill Meagher