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Phillips Backyard Festival Series Returns for 2024 with a Star-Studded Lineup

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Victoria’s favourite summer music festival is back! The Phillips Backyard Festival Series, presented by Phillips Brewery and The Zone @ 91.3, is set to deliver two unforgettable weekends packed with top-tier headliners, rising Canadian talent, and local fan favourites.

Following two wildly successful years, the festival will once again take over the expanded Phillips Backyard, transforming it into a vibrant hub for live music, craft beer, and good vibes. This year’s lineup is stacked with must-see artists spanning genres from rock and soul to hip-hop and dance.

Weekend 1: TILT! (July 5-7, 2024)

The first weekend kicks off with Orville Peck and his close friend Noah Cyrus, bringing their signature sounds to Victoria. They’ll be joined by powerhouse vocalist Jessie Reyez, fresh from touring with Sam Smith and Billie Eilish, along with indie favourites Saint Motel and Half Moon Run.

Fans can also look forward to electrifying performances from viral rap duo Flyana Boss, Canadian alt-rockers Hotel Mira, and dynamic acts like Goldie Boutilier, SonReal, Liinks, Vox Rea, Haleluya Hailu, Teon Gibbs, OK Charlie, and Born Reckless.

Weekend 2: REVERB (August 9-11, 2024)

The festival’s second weekend turns up the heat with Grammy-nominated Black Pumas, hip-hop visionary Earl Sweatshirt, and the unstoppable energy of British dance outfit Jungle, hot off their Coachella set.

Joining them are genre-blending artists like Cautious Clay and DRAMA, plus local legends Current Swell and Astrocolor. The weekend will also feature performances from The Bankes Brothers, DJ Murge w/ Saundra Williams, Nicky MacKenzie, Jungle Bobby, Surf Hat, TK the Artist, Trophy Dad, and Posh Coat.

With a lineup this strong, Phillips Backyard Festival Series 2024 is shaping up to be the ultimate summer celebration. Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering new favourites, this festival is where music lovers and craft beer enthusiasts come together for two weekends of incredible live performances.

Mark your calendars – tickets go fast! Stay tuned for more details and get ready to experience Victoria’s biggest backyard party of the year. More info on the festival’s website.

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Olivia Rodrigo Announces New Music Festival, Daisy Chain Fields Featuring All-Women Lineup

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Today, GRAMMY Award-winning, multi-platinum artist Olivia Rodrigo announced Daisy Chain Fields, a new music festival bringing together women in music to support and uplift women and girls. The festival will celebrate the power of collective experiences to inspire new ideas, deepen understanding, and drive action. Taking place August 29 at Great Park in Irvine, California, the single-day event will bring together an all-women lineup of groundbreaking artists, women- and girls-focused nonprofit organizations, and a community rooted in creativity, connection, and collective impact. Net proceeds from the festival will benefit non-profit organizations dedicated to advancing and advocating for women and girls.

The festival’s lineup features Bikini KillChappell RoanDie SpitzDoechiiEliGarbageKATSEYEMistkiNot For RadioOlivia RodrigoQuiet LightRachel ChinouririSantigold, and The Breeders, all across two stages, along with special guests Karen OSarah McLachlan and Stevie Nicks.

“Daisy Chain Fields is built on the belief that joy, community, and creativity can inspire meaningful change,” says Rodrigo. “I’m so excited to celebrate this incredible lineup of women, and I’m grateful to all of our partners in helping us make this festival come to life. By bringing together women in music and organizations helping shape a better future for women and girls, I hope we can build a community that inspires hope and positive change.” See Rodrigo’s full mission statement for the festival at daisychainfields.com.

Beyond the music, Daisy Chain Fields will feature nonprofit activations, educational resources, community art experiences, local vendors, fan pop-ups, and immersive installations designed to foster connection and engagement. Festival attendees will have opportunities to learn about and support organizations working across reproductive rights, maternal health, economic empowerment, domestic violence prevention, and gender equity.

Some of the organizations Daisy Chain Fields is partnering with include:

  • Baby2Baby
  • Black Mamas Matter Alliance
  • Center for Reproductive Rights
  • FreeFrom
  • Jhpiego
  • Johns Hopkins Center for Indigenous Health
  • National Domestic Workers Alliance
  • National Institute for Reproductive Health
  • National Women’s Law Center
  • Planned Parenthood

For more information on the organizations, head to daisychainfields.com.

TICKETS: The Festival Presale begins Wednesday, June 24 at 10am PT. Fans can sign up for a presale passcode via SMS or email at daisychainfields.comnow through June 24.

All tickets are sold on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. Please check the festival website and social media for more news. For any additional ticket information please visit support.daisychainfields.com.

The festival announcement follows the release of Rodrigo’s third studio album you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love out now via Geffen Records – listen/buy here. The new album is the biggest solo debut of 2026, with 485,000 units sold in the first week. The first single released from the album “drop dead”, made Rodrigo the first person ever to debut the first 3 singles off their first 3 albums at #1. Listen/watch here. The second single released from the album, “the cure” also hit #1 on several Billboard charts including the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs, Hot Alternative Songs, and Alternative Digital Song Sales charts. Listen/watch here. Rodrigo also released the official music video for new track “stupid song”. Directed by Mitch Ryan and shot in New York City, the video was choreographed by and features Prima Ballerina Tiler Peck and other dancers from the NYC Ballet and American Ballet Theater – watch here. Limited-edition merchandise, curated collectibles, vinyl and more are available now.

Daisy Chain Fields is produced by C3 Presents and Live Nation.

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LASSO Montréal 2026 Reveals Daily Schedule for Fifth Anniversary Festival

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The countdown to LASSO Montréal 2026 is on. With less than two months to go before the festival returns to Parc Jean-Drapeau on August 15 and 16, organizers have unveiled the full daily schedule for the event’s fifth anniversary, giving fans a chance to start planning their weekend.

Across two days, 36 artists will perform on four stages, from major country headliners to rising names and local talent. The festival will get an early start on August 14 with LASSO in the City, which will bring live country music and festival energy into downtown Montréal ahead of the main event. More details on that celebration are expected soon.

Saturday will kick off with Arpin Lépine opening the Coors Original Prairie Stage at 2 p.m., followed by sets from Laci Kaye BoothJames Barker BandMax McNown, and Jon Pardi. Over on the Bell LASSO Stage, fans can catch Elizabeth NicholsChance PeñaThe Band Perry, and Koe Wetzel, before Thomas Rhett closes out the night from 9:20 p.m. to 10:50 p.m.

The Coca-Cola Ranch Stage will showcase emerging talent throughout the day, including Tyla RodriguesShawnee KishLéa JarryNoah Bridgen, and Waylon Wyatt. Fans looking for a more intimate experience can head to the SiriusXM Backyard Sessions, featuring performances from Krystel MongeauTheo Day, and Hayden Ryann.

Sunday follows a similar format, with Kalsey Kulyk opening the Prairie Stage before performances by Lily FittsJonah KagenCameron Whitcomb, and Old Dominion.

The Bell LASSO Stage will feature Just JayneClasse MoyenneCarly Pearce, and Turnpike Troubadours, leading into the weekend’s final headlining performance from Mumford & Sons, who take the stage at 9 p.m.

The Ranch Stage lineup includes Blue Ridge BandMorgan GriffithsZach ChicoGab Bouchard, and Blake Whiten, giving fans plenty of opportunities to discover new artists throughout the day. The SiriusXM Backyard Sessions will spotlight SorreneJoël Vogt, and Paige Somerville, along with other emerging performers.

Beyond the music, LASSO will once again feature its popular line dancing tent, interactive activities throughout the grounds, family-friendly attractions, and plenty of food and drink options. As the festival celebrates its fifth edition, organizers are promising its biggest and most festive year yet, combining established country stars with the next generation of artists in one of Canada’s premier country music festivals.

Check out the schedule below or head to LASSO’s website for more information.

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